▸ Specimen Drawer
Actions & Events — Lesson 55
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cakewalk
ˈkeɪkwɑːk
A cakewalk is something that is very easy to do or achieve, requiring little or no effort — the job interview was a complete cakewalk.
The job interview was a complete cakewalk.
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calamities
kəˈlæmɪtɪz
An event resulting in great loss and misfortune — the earthquake brought unimaginable calamities to the entire nation.
The floods were among the worst calamities the region has ever experienced.
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calamity
kəˈlæməti
An event resulting in great loss and misfortune — they described the flood as a national calamity.
The earthquake was a terrible calamity for the region.
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calculation
ˌkælkjəˈleɪʃən
The process of using mathematics or logic to find a number, amount, or answer — the calculation took several hours to complete.
The calculation took several hours to complete.
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calculations
ˌkælkjəˈleɪʃənz
The process of using mathematics to find a number or answer, or the results of — the calculations show that we need more funds.
The calculations show that we need more funds.
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calibration
kæləˈbreɪʃən
The process of checking, adjusting, or determining the accuracy of a measuring — regular calibration extends the life of the equipment.
The calibration of the scales must be done regularly to ensure accurate measurements.
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calisthenics
kælɪsˈθɛnɪks
The practice of calisthenic exercises — she practices calisthenics every morning to stay fit.
She practices calisthenics every morning to stay fit.
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callings
ˈkɔː.lɪŋz
The particular occupation for which you are trained — teaching is her true calling.
Teaching is her true calling.
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calming
ˈkɑːmɪŋ
The act of appeasing (as by acceding to the demands of) — the tea had a calming effect on him.
The calming music helped her fall asleep.
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calving
ˈkævɪŋ
Giving birth to a calf — calving season on the farm begins in early spring.
The dramatic calving of the glacier sent massive blocks of ice crashing into the sea.
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campaigning
kæmˈpeɪnɪŋ
The campaign of a candidate to be elected — his effective campaigning helped him win the election.
The presidential campaigning started months before the election.
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campaigns
kæmˈpeɪnz
A race between candidates for elective office — the political campaign lasted six months.
The political campaign lasted six months.
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