▸ Specimen Drawer
Language & Communication — Lesson 10
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cartoon
kɑːrˈtuːn
A funny or strange drawing, especially one in a newspaper or magazine, or a — I drew a cartoon of my teacher for her birthday.
My little brother loves watching cartoons on Saturday mornings.
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channel
ˈtʃænəl
A channel is a TV or radio station that broadcasts programs, or a means of communication — the river flows through a natural channel.
I watch the news on this channel every evening.
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chapter
ˈtʃæptər
A main division of a book, typically with a number or title, that contains a — chapter three is my favorite part.
I read the first chapter of the novel.
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chat
tʃæt
Talk in a friendly, informal way, usually about everyday or unimportant topics — we had a nice chat over coffee.
I often chat with my friends online.
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cheer
tʃɪr
A feeling of happiness, joy, or encouragement — his words brought cheer to everyone in the room.
She was in great cheer after receiving the good news.
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claim
kleɪm
Assert that something is true, often without proof — scientists claim this discovery will change medicine.
She claimed that she was innocent.
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clarify
ˈklærəfaɪ
Make something clear or easier to understand by giving more details or — could you clarify what you mean by that?
Could you clarify what you mean by that?
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clue
kluː
A piece of evidence or information that helps someone solve a mystery, puzzle, or problem — I don't have a clue where my keys are.
The detective found an important clue at the crime scene.
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collect
kəˈlɛkt
Bring or gather things together from different places into one location — we need to collect all the forms before Friday.
She collects stamps from around the world.
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comment
ˈkɑːment
A remark, observation, or statement expressing an opinion or giving information — can I add a comment?
She made a comment about the weather.
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complain
kəmˈpleɪn
Say that something is wrong or not satisfactory — they always complain about the weather.
I complained to the manager about the bad service.
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concert
ˈkɑːn.sɚt
A performance of music by one or more musicians or singers — a school concert.
a pop / classical concert
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