▸ Specimen Drawer
People & Occupations — Lesson 75
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citizens
ˈsɪtɪzənz
A native or naturalized member of a state or other political community — the citizens of London are proud of their city.
All citizens have the right to vote in elections.
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civilians
sɪˈvɪliənz
A nonmilitary citizen — many civilians lost their homes in the disaster.
Civilians were evacuated from the war zone for their safety.
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claimant
ˈkleɪmənt
Someone who claims a benefit or right or title — the court ruled in favor of the claimant.
The claimant filed a lawsuit against the company for damages.
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claimants
ˈkleɪmənts
Someone who claims a benefit or right or title — the court heard from several claimants this week.
The claimants filed a lawsuit against the company.
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clapper
ˈklæpər
Someone who applauds — the bell's clapper broke and needed to be replaced.
The bell's clapper broke and needed to be replaced.
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classmates
ˈklæsmeɪts
An acquaintance that you go to school with — I sit next to my classmates during lessons.
My classmates and I went to the cafeteria after class.
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clergyman
ˈklɜːrdʒɪmən
A member of the clergy and a spiritual leader of the Christian Church — the clergyman led the Sunday morning service.
The clergyman led the Sunday morning service.
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clergymen
ˈklɜːrdʒɪmən
A member of the clergy and a spiritual leader of the Christian Church — the clergymen gathered for their annual conference.
The clergymen gathered for their annual conference.
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cleric
ˈklerɪk
A clergyman or other person in religious orders — the cleric delivered a powerful sermon to the congregation.
The cleric delivered a powerful sermon to the congregation.
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clerics
ˈklɛrɪks
A clergyman or other person in religious orders — the clerics gathered for the annual conference.
The clerics gathered for the annual conference.
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clerks
klɜrks
An employee who performs clerical work (e.g., keeps records or accounts) — two clerks were working at the front desk.
The clerks at the bank helped us open an account.
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clients
ˈklaɪənts
A person who seeks the advice of a lawyer — we have several new clients this month.
We have several new clients this month.
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