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States & Conditions — Lesson 9
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symptom
ˈsɪmptəm
A symptom is a physical or mental feature that indicates the presence of a — headaches can be a symptom of stress.
A fever is a common symptom of infection.
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tension
ˈtɛnʃən
(psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense — music helps relieve tension after a long day.
There was a lot of tension in the room before the exam results were announced.
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thing
θɪŋ
A special situation — what's that thing over there?
What's that thing over there?
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threat
θret
Something that is a source of danger — the police took the bomb threat seriously.
The police took the bomb threat seriously.
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trim
trɪm
A state of arrangement or appearance — I need to trim my hair before the interview.
I need to trim my hair before the interview.
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upset
ʌpˈsɛt
An unhappy and worried mental state — he got upset when his team lost the match.
She was very upset when she heard the bad news.
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vacuum
ˈvækjuəm
The absence of matter — the astronauts worked in a vacuum.
I need to vacuum the living room tonight.
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void
vɔɪd
The state of nonexistence — she felt a void in her life after he left.
The contract was declared void by the court.
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wealth
wɛlθ
Money, possessions, and other assets that someone has — health is more important than wealth.
She accumulated great wealth through her successful business.
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wear
wɛr
Have clothing, shoes, jewelry, or other items on your body — I wear a coat in winter.
I wear a coat in winter.
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welcome
ˈwel.kəm
The state of being welcome — please welcome (= please clap for) our guest of honour, George Taylor.
The new appointment has been widely welcomed.
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wet
wɛt
Wetness caused by water — don't touch the wet paint.
My clothes are wet from the rain.
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