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account for
1.
account for
Verb

to provide explanations or reasons for a particular situation or set of circumstances

In the report, the analyst will account for the recent decline in sales.

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alter
2.
al
ter
Verb

to cause something to change

New technologies can greatly alter the way we live and communicate.

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arise
3.
a
rise
Verb

to stand up or get up from a sitting position

As the judge entered the courtroom, everyone in attendance respectfully arose out of courtesy.

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boost
4.
boost
Noun

the act of providing emotional support or encouragement that increases someone's confidence or morale

Her kind words gave me a real boost after the failure.

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build up
5.
build up
Verb

to become more powerful, intense, or larger in quantity

As the tension builds up, everyone anticipates the final match.

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climb
6.
climb
Verb

to go up mountains, cliffs, or high natural places as a sport

He likes to climb mountains on weekends.

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contribute
7.
cont
ri
bute
Verb

to give something, especially money or goods, in order to achieve a goal or help a cause

Individuals can contribute to the local food drive by donating non-perishable items.

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contribution
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cont
ri
bu
tion
Noun

a voluntary gift of money, service, or ideas for a worthy cause

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decline
9.
dec
line
Verb

to gradually weaken or worsen in condition or performance

His health began to decline after he stopped following his doctor's recommendations for exercise and diet.

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enhance
10.
en
hance
Verb

to better or increase someone or something's quality, strength, value, etc.

Adding new features can enhance the functionality of a software application.

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extend
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ex
tend
Verb

to enlarge or lengthen something

She extends her hand for a friendly handshake.

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straighten
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straigh
ten
Verb

to make something no longer bent or curved

The tailor straightened the hem of the dress to ensure it hung evenly.

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gain
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gain
Verb

to obtain something through one's own actions or hard work

She gained recognition in the industry through years of dedication and innovation.

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jump
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jump
Verb

to push yourself off the ground or away from something and up into the air by using your legs and feet

He jumped over the puddle to avoid getting his shoes wet.

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low
15.
low
Adjective

not extending far upward

A low hedge bordered the pathway.

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modify
16.
mo
di
fy
Verb

to make minor changes to something so that it is more suitable or better

The tailor often modifies dresses to ensure a perfect fit.

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mount
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mount
Verb

to get onto and assume control of an animal, such as a horse

The experienced equestrian mounted the horse with ease, ready for a leisurely ride.

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multiply
18.
mul
tip
ly
Verb

(mathematics) to add a number to itself a certain number of times

If you have 3 apples and multiply them by 2, you'll have 6 apples in total.

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recover
19.
re
co
ver
Verb

to regain complete health after a period of sickness or injury

After a week of rest, she started to recover from the flu.

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trigger
20.
tri
gger
Noun

a lever or mechanism that initiates the firing of a gun or firearm

He pulled the trigger and the gun fired.

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expansion
21.
ex
pan
sion
Noun

an increase in the amount, size, importance, or degree of something

The expansion of the business into international markets was successful.

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implication
22.
im
pli
ca
tion
Noun

a possible consequence that something can bring about

His decision to cut costs has serious implications for employee morale.

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mean
23.
mean
Verb

to have a particular meaning or represent something

His silence meant that he was not interested in the conversation.

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outcome
24.
out
come
Noun

the result or consequence of a situation, event, or action

The outcome of the election was surprising to many analysts.

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product
25.
pro
duct
Noun

something that is created or grown for sale

The bakery's best-selling product is its freshly baked bread.

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reduction
26.
re
duc
tion
Noun

a decline in amount, degree, etc. of a particular thing

The company implemented cost-cutting measures that led to a reduction in expenses.

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root
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root
Noun

the underground part of a plant that absorbs water and minerals, sending it to other parts

She carefully planted the new tree, ensuring that its roots were well spread out in the hole to encourage healthy growth.

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responsible
28.
res
pon
si
ble
Adjective

(of a person) having an obligation to do something or to take care of someone or something as part of one's job or role

As the team leader, he is responsible for assigning tasks and ensuring deadlines are met.

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consequently
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con
seq
uent
ly
Adverb

used to indicate a logical result or effect

The team neglected to conduct thorough testing, and consequently, several critical errors emerged in the final product.

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increasingly
30.
inc
rea
sing
ly
Adverb

in a manner that is gradually growing in degree, extent, or frequency over time

The company is increasingly investing in sustainable practices.

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life
chan
ging
Adjective

so impactful that can change someone's life

The workshop was a life-changing experience for many attendees.

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significant
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sig
ni
fi
cant
Adjective

important or great enough to be noticed or have an impact

The discovery of the ancient artifact was significant for understanding the region's history.

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significantly
33.
sig
ni
fi
cant
ly
Adverb

to a noticeable or considerable extent

The company's revenue has grown significantly since last quarter.

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follow
34.
fo
llow
Verb

to move or travel behind someone or something

The team followed their leader up the mountain.

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hence
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hence
Adverb

used to say that one thing is a result of another

She missed the bus, hence she arrived late to the meeting.

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thus
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thus
Adverb

used to introduce a result based on the information or actions that came before

She saved consistently each month; thus, she was able to afford the vacation she had always dreamed of.

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inspire
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ins
pire
Verb

to fill someone with the desire or motivation to do something, especially something creative or positive

Her teacher's words of encouragement inspired her to pursue her dreams.

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ground zero
Noun

the exact location of a nuclear explosion

Survivors recounted the devastation at ground zero of the atomic bomb blast in Hiroshima.

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