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States & Conditions — Lesson 7
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peace
piːs
The state prevailing during the absence of war — I just want some peace and quiet.
I just want some peace and quiet.
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potential
pəˈtenʃəl
The inherent capacity for coming into being — we need to reach our full potential.
She has great potential as a musician.
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poverty
ˈpɑːvɚti
The state of having little or no money and few or no material possessions — she grew up in poverty.
Many families live in poverty.
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preserve
prɪˈzɜːrv
A domain that seems to be specially reserved for someone — we must preserve the historic buildings.
We must preserve the historic buildings.
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problem
ˈprɑː.bləm
A state of difficulty that needs to be resolved — our main problem is lack of cash.
financial / health problems
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prospect
ˈprɑːspekt
The possibility of future success — the prospect of moving abroad excited her.
There's no prospect of finding a solution anytime soon.
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quiet
ˈkwaɪət
A period of calm weather — she lives in a quiet village.
Please be quiet during the concert.
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raw
rɔ
Informal terms for nakedness — I prefer to eat raw vegetables.
I prefer to eat raw vegetables.
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ready
ˈrɛdi
Poised for action — dinner is ready.
Are you ready to go?
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risk
rɪsk
A source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune — the risk of failure is high.
There is a risk of injury when skiing.
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say
seɪ
The chance to speak — I'm sorry, what did you say?
Small children find it difficult to say long words.
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scare
sker
Sudden mass fear and anxiety over anticipated events — don't let the spider scare you.
The loud noise scared the little dog.
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