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Describing Words — Lesson 51

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afire

əˈfaɪr

Burning with bright warm flames in the fireplace — the old warehouse was set afire by vandals.

The old warehouse was set afire by vandals.

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aflame

əˈfleɪm

Beaming brightly with excited joy and wonder — the old barn was aflame.

The old barn was aflame.

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afloat

əˈfloʊt

Floating lightly on the surface of calm water — the boat stayed afloat despite the rough waves.

The boat stayed afloat despite the rough waves.

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afoot

əˈfʊt

Happening, moving, and walking along a sunny path — rumors are afoot that the CEO will resign.

There is a plan afoot to restructure the department.

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aforementioned

əˈfɔrˌmɛnʃənd

Pointing back to the dog mentioned before — the aforementioned issues must be resolved before we proceed.

The aforementioned issues must be resolved before we proceed.

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afresh

əˈfreʃ

Repainting or starting again like brand new — let's start afresh.

Let's start afresh.

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aftermost

ˈæftərmɔːst

At the very back end of a walking line — he was the aftermost contestant to finish the race.

The aftermost cabin on the ship is the most private.

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afterwards

ˈæftərwərdz

Later on after watering the flower — he apologized afterwards for his behavior.

We went to the restaurant and afterwards watched a movie.

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again

əˈɡen

Doing something once more repeatedly — deborah's late again.

Could you spell your name again, please ?

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ageless

ˈeɪdʒləs

Living forever without showing any age — her ageless style never seems to go out of fashion.

She has an ageless beauty that captivates everyone who sees her.

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aggressively

əˈɡrɛsɪvli

Hissing fiercely and ready to pounce and fight — she pushed through the crowd aggressively.

He played aggressively and committed several fouls.

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aghast

əˈɡæst

Shocked and startled by an accidental mess — he was aghast to discover his wallet had been stolen.

She stood aghast at the destruction caused by the storm.

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