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• the body of people in a learned occupation
Example sentence • There are many different professions to choose from.
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• the state of the economy declines; a widespread decline in the GDP and employment and trade lasting from six months to a year
Example sentence • During recessions , many people lose their jobs.
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• the act of having and controlling property
Example sentence • She carefully packed her possessions before moving to a new house.
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• an irrational motive for performing trivial or repetitive actions, even against your will
Example sentence • Her obsessions with cleanliness and order made it difficult for her to relax.
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• United States composer who promoted 20th century music (1896-1985)
Example sentence • He attends therapy sessions every Tuesday.
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• a contract granting the right to operate a subsidiary business
Example sentence • The company offered several concessions to the striking workers.
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• (law) the act of rescinding; the cancellation of a contract and the return of the parties to the positions they would have had if the contract had not been made
Example sentence • The company made several rescissions to their budget due to unexpected expenses.
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• the feelings expressed on a person's face
Example sentence • Her facial expressions revealed her true emotions.
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• a vague idea in which some confidence is placed
Example sentence • Her first impressions of him were not positive.
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• the act of contracting or assuming or acquiring possession of something
Example sentence • The company made several acquisitions last year to expand its market reach.
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• the action of regaining possession (especially the seizure of collateral securing a loan that is in default)
Example sentence • The bank had to increase its provisions for repossessions .
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• mutual dealings or connections or communications among persons or groups
Example sentence • Our company's relations with our business partners are strong and collaborative.
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• a message that departs from the main subject
Example sentence • His speech was filled with digressions and he failed to make his point.
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• a state of forcible subjugation
Example sentence • The country's history is marked by numerous repressions against political dissidents.
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• the act of subjugating by cruelty
Example sentence • The novel explores themes of power, corruption, and oppressions .
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• an abnormal state in which development has stopped prematurely
Example sentence • His research in statistics mainly focuses on linear regressions and multiple regressions .
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• the act of transgressing; the violation of a law or a duty or moral principle
Example sentence • He was punished for his transgressions against the school rules.
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• the act of rotating as if on an axis
Example sentence • The ballet dancer practiced different rotations to strengthen her technique.
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• a stock or supply of foods
Example sentence • We need to stock up on food provisions for our camping trip.
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• an act of plundering and pillaging and marauding
Example sentence • The depredations of the invading army left the village in ruins.
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• a state of extreme poverty
Example sentence • The prisoners were subjected to various forms of deprivations , including limited access to food and water.
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• a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage
Example sentence • She included several quotations from famous authors in her essay.
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• an abatement in intensity or degree (as in the manifestations of a disease)
Example sentence • Researchers are studying potential treatments to increase the duration of cancer remissions .
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• an inherited pattern of thought or action
Example sentence • The family gathers every year to celebrate their holiday traditions .
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• a formal charge of wrongdoing brought against a person; the act of imputing blame or guilt
Example sentence • He denied all accusations of wrongdoing.
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• withdrawing support or help despite allegiance or responsibility
Example sentence • The army experienced a significant increase in desertions during the war.
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• consolidating two or more things; union in (or into) one body
Example sentence • Many small businesses choose to operate as sole proprietorships rather than as incorporations .
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• a sentence of inquiry that asks for a reply
Example sentence • The suspect was brought in for multiple interrogations .
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• a licensed medical practitioner
Example sentence • Many physicians specialize in a specific field of medicine.
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• a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field
Example sentence • I love watching the changing seasons .
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• the act of passing from one state or place to the next
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• cause to convert or undergo a transition
Example sentence • Smooth transitions between scenes can enhance the flow of a movie.
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• the act of positioning close together (or side by side)
Example sentence • The artist's exhibit showcased striking juxtapositions of color and texture.
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• the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something
Example sentence • Many organisations are adopting new technologies to improve their productivity.
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• a group of people who work together
Example sentence • Nonprofit organizations rely on donations to fund their operations.
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• the act of making an organism barren or infertile (unable to reproduce)
Example sentence • The hospital performed many sterilizations in order to prevent infections.
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• a disposition to behave aggressively
Example sentence • The aggressions between the two rival gangs escalated into a full-blown war.
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• an admission of misdeeds or faults
Example sentence • In her latest book, she reveals her darkest confessions .
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• a mental state characterized by a pessimistic sense of inadequacy and a despondent lack of activity
Example sentence • The geologist studied the depressions in the ground to understand the land formation.
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• relative position in a graded series
Example sentence • There are several gradations of color in the sunset.
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• the psychological state of being irritated or annoyed
Example sentence • I have a few skin irritations that I need to address.
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• a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.
Example sentence • It is important to take precautions to prevent the spread of a contagious disease.
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• a message issued in behalf of some product or cause or idea or person or institution
Example sentence • The company offers regular promotions to its loyal customers.
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• (chemistry) a process in which one or more substances are changed into others
Example sentence • His reactions to the news were mixed; some were shocked, while others remained indifferent.
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• an unelaborated elementary awareness of stimulation
Example sentence • The roller coaster ride gave me a mix of fear and exhilaration, creating a whirlwind of sensations .
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• a declaration that is made emphatically (as if no supporting evidence were necessary)
Example sentence • His assertions about her behavior were completely unfounded.
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• something (such as money) given or received as payment or reparation (as for a service or loss or injury)
Example sentence • Employees may be eligible for additional compensations based on their performance.
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• a group of people who adhere to a common faith and habitually attend a given church
Example sentence • The church is known for its diverse congregations .
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• the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.
Example sentence • Their conversations usually revolve around current events.
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