Reading for the Real world 2nd_Student-Book 2 Unit 11 (E)
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세트공유
accuracy
the state of being true or correct; the ability to do something successfully and without mistakes
The archer shot his arrow at the target with great accuracy.
boast
to speak with too much pride
The little boy boasted about how many toys he had.
determine
to decide officially
I will determine who will be my assistant after lunch.
intervene
to happen between two or more people, things, or events
Dad intervened between me and Brandon.
involve
to make or cause someone to join in to a particular activity, situation, or condition
Tom was involved in a car accident.
jury
a group of 12 citizens who listen to information about the problem or crime, receive instructions from the judge, and decide the guilt or innocence of the person on trial
The jury decided the defendant was guilty.
misconception
a wrong or misunderstood idea
There is a big misconception that big strong dogs are not gentle enough for young children.
perception
the way in which one sees or understands something
Alcohol reduces your perception of pain.
retain
to keep something or continue to have it
Tom tried to retain his heavyweight championship.
retrieval
an act or process of RETRIEVING
The retrieval of the artifacts from the ocean will be difficult.
sort
to group or divide things by type
I learned how to sort things in kindergarten.
testify
to tell what one knows
My mother was called to testify about the accident she witnessed.
testimony
a formal written or spoken statement given to present some kind of evidence usually in a law court
Her testimony seemed to be the most convincing.
wield
to exercise (authority or influence, for example); to carry out
The security guard was wielding a baton.