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Actions & Events — Lesson 34

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advocacy

ˈædvəkəsi

Public support for or recommendation of a particular cause, policy, or group of people — she is well known for her advocacy of human rights.

She is well known for her advocacy of human rights.

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aegis

ˈiːdʒɪs

Kindly endorsement and guidance — the charity operates under the aegis of the royal family.

The research was conducted under the aegis of the university.

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aerial

ˈɛriəl

A pass to a receiver downfield from the passer — they conducted an aerial survey of the forest.

The plane performed an aerial display over the city.

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aerobatics

ˌɛrəˈbætɪks

The performance of stunts while in flight in an aircraft — she has been practicing aerobatics for over ten years.

The pilot performed incredible aerobatics during the air show.

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aerobics

ɛˈroʊbɪks

Exercise that increases the need for oxygen — she teaches an aerobics class every morning.

I do aerobics three times a week at the local gym.

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affectation

ˌæfɪkˈteɪʃən

A deliberate pretense or exaggerated display — the affectation in his voice made it hard to take him seriously.

His affectation of sophistication was obvious to everyone present.

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affront

əˈfrʌnt

An affront is an action, remark, or treatment that causes offense or insult to someone — she took his silence as a personal affront.

His comments were seen as an affront to their dignity.

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aftershock

ˈæf.tɚ.ʃɑːk

A smaller earthquake that follows a larger earthquake, typically occurring in — the aftershock measured 4.5 on the Richter scale.

The aftershock measured 4.5 on the Richter scale.

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aging

ˈeɪ.dʒɪŋ

Acquiring desirable qualities by being left undisturbed for some time — some products claim to slow down the aging process.

Aging is a natural part of life that everyone experiences.

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agriculture

ˈæɡrɪkʌltʃɚ

A large-scale farming enterprise — she decided to study agriculture at university.

Agriculture is a major industry in many developing countries.

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airdrop

ˈɛrdrɑːp

A method of delivering supplies, equipment, or people from an aircraft by — the humanitarian aid arrived via airdrop.

The military organized an airdrop of food and medicine to the disaster zone.

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airflow

ˈɛrfləʊ

The flow of air — poor airflow can cause condensation on the windows.

The airflow in the laboratory must be carefully controlled.

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