Reading for the Real world 2nd_Student-Book 1 Unit 19 (E)
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affirm
to say in public that something is true
The candidate affirmed his commitment to the environment in his campaign speech.
barrier
a law, problem or situation that makes it difficult or impossible for something to happen
There was a barrier between the girl and boy. That barrier was the girl’s father.
bribe
something, often money, that is given to someone so that he or she will do something, usually something illegal
It was impossible to get the contract without giving them a bribe.
domestic
relating to only your own country
Critics complain that a free trade agreement will hurt domestic production of certain products.
endow
to provide someone or something with a natural talent or quality
Her parents endowed her with a new car and computer when she went to university.
inalienable
impossible to be taken from someone
Freedom is an inalienable thing that we are all born with.
perseverance
the act of continuing to do something or trying to do something despite difficulties
This was not from a lack of diligence or perseverance.
possibility
something that is possible; the state of being possible; (a) likelihood
The singer is sick. There's a strong possibility that the concert will be canceled.
potential
a particular quality and ability of someone or something that can be developed into something better
This company has the potential of making a lot of money.
priority
something that is more important than other things and must be done first
Getting good grades was not his priority; getting a well rounded education was.
retribution
punishment
The principal's retribution on the rebellious students was severe.
skyscraper
a very tall building in a city
Because there is so much land in Texas, you do not see many skyscrapers.
tolerant
letting people do, say or believe what they wish, without judging or challenging them
The parents were tolerant of their son's bad behavior.
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