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competition |
Emily was the first entrant in the competition.
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conscience |
My conscience is completely clear.
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conscious |
She was conscious that what she had said to her mother was unacceptable.
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controversy |
The referee's decision caused controversy.
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convenience |
We can arrange a meeting at your convenience.
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correspond |
Poor health rates usually correspond to the unemployment figure.
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curiosity |
Curiosity killed the cat.
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definite |
Is it definite that Jim is coming?
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desperate |
I'm desperate for a long cold drink.
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determined |
It takes a determined person to reach the top.
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develop |
Learning new things helps you to develop your knowledge.
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dictionary |
The teacher encouraged the pupils to use a dictionary.
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disastrous |
My first attempt at baking was disastrous.
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embarrass |
Sorry to embarrass you.
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environment |
Ecology is the study of how things relate to their environment.
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especially |
It was especially hot this August.
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exaggerate |
An angler will sometimes exaggerate the size of fish he has caught.
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excellent |
Jane and Jim are excellent dancers.
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existence |
I do not believe in the existence of gremlins.
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explanation |
Can you write an explanation for how you worked it out?
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