Avoiding

keeping away from something (uh-VOY-ding) She was avoiding the topic during the meeting. He kept avoiding any direct explanation.

Situation

a set of circumstances at a given moment (sit-chew-AY-shun) The situation escalated faster than expected. They reviewed the situation before acting.

Response

a reaction to something (ri-SPONSS) Her response indicated uncertainty. They awaited a formal response.

Rejection

the act of refusing or dismissing (ri-JEK-shun) The rejection surprised the entire group. He handled the rejection calmly.

Awkward

uncomfortable or lacking ease (AWK-werd) An awkward silence followed the remark. They tried to avoid an awkward encounter.

Fortune

luck or chance (FOR-chun) Fortune favored them during the interview. He attributed the outcome to fortune.

Accurate

correct or precise (AK-yur-it) The report was accurate in every detail. She provided an accurate recollection.

Wondrous

inspiring admiration (WUN-drus) They gazed at the wondrous display. A wondrous change appeared in her expression.

Unpredictability

incapacity to be forecast (un-pre-dik-tuh-BIL-ih-tee) The system showed high unpredictability. They discussed the unpredictability of outcomes.

Promotion

advancement in rank or status (pro-MO-shun) Her promotion was announced at noon. He prepared for responsibilities after promotion.

Violent

involving physical force (VY-uh-lunt) A violent shift shook the scene. They analyzed the violent reaction closely.

Scientific

relating to systematic study (sy-en-TIF-ik) The scientific approach improved clarity. They discussed scientific evidence carefully.

Discovery

the act of finding something new (dis-KUV-er-ee) A major discovery altered their understanding. They confirmed the discovery after testing.

Encounter

an unexpected meeting (en-KOWN-ter) The encounter changed their perspective. He recalled the brief encounter vividly.

Stunning

extremely impressive (STUN-ning) The performance was stunning. She delivered a stunning argument.

Creative

involving imagination or originality (kree-AY-tiv) A creative solution was required. They valued creative contributions.

Desperate

driven by extreme need (DES-per-it) A desperate attempt followed the failure. He seemed desperate for resolution.

Precious

of great value (PRESH-us) They protected the precious document. A precious moment passed unnoticed.

Assistant

a person who supports another’s work (uh-SIS-tunt) Her assistant prepared the files. The assistant managed the schedule.

Sensitive

easily affected or responsive (SEN-sih-tiv) The device was extremely sensitive. She gave a sensitive reply.

Particular

specific or distinct (par-TIK-yuh-ler) They focused on a particular detail. A particular issue delayed approval.

Exchange

the act of giving and receiving (eks-CHAYNJ) A brief exchange settled the matter. They recorded the exchange for clarity.

Simpler

less complex or easier (SIM-plur) A simpler method improved results. Their simpler design reduced errors.

Chuckle

a quiet laugh (CHUHK-ul) He gave a soft chuckle. A chuckle spread through the group.

Certainly

without doubt (SERT-en-lee) She certainly understood the implications. They certainly agreed on the outcome.

Children

young humans not yet adults (CHIL-drun) The children entered quietly. They prepared activities for children.

Maternity

related to pregnancy or childbirth (muh-TER-ni-tee) She visited the maternity ward. Maternity leave was discussed in detail.

Scratcher

a tool used for scraping or rubbing (SKRATCH-er) He misplaced the scratcher during cleaning. They used a scratcher to remove residue.

Uncomfortable

causing physical or emotional unease (un-KUMF-ter-bul) An uncomfortable pause followed. She felt uncomfortable with the suggestion.

Rattling

making a rapid series of small sounds (RAT-ling) A rattling noise came from the door. They investigated the rattling equipment.

Subject

a topic under discussion (SUB-jekt) The subject remained unresolved. They introduced a new subject for clarity.

Soundtrack

recorded music accompanying visuals (SOWND-trak) The soundtrack enhanced the scene. She analyzed the soundtrack carefully.

Maternity

relating to motherhood (muh-TER-ni-tee) The maternity class began early. They reviewed maternity policies.

Focusing

directing attention toward something (FOH-kus-ing) He was focusing on minor details. They avoided focusing on irrelevant issues.

Problems

difficulties or complications (PROB-lumz) Several problems emerged during testing. They addressed the problems systematically.

Exchange

the act of transferring or trading (eks-CHAYNJ) The exchange lasted only minutes. He recalled an unusual exchange.

Accurate

correct or exact (AK-yur-it) The accurate measurement confirmed the theory. Data must be accurate to be useful.

Promotion

advancement in position (pro-MO-shun) His promotion altered team dynamics. They celebrated her promotion modestly.

Fortune

chance or luck (FOR-chun) Fortune played a role in their success. He experienced an unexpected fortune.

Chuckles

soft laughs (CHUH-kulz) He tried to hide his chuckles during the awkward moment. A few chuckles broke the silence.

Chuckling

laughing quietly (CHUH-kling) She was chuckling at the remark. They noticed him chuckling in the corner.

Cleaners

people or services that clean spaces (KLEE-nurz) The cleaners arrived earlier than expected. She contacted the cleaners for an urgent appointment.

Clifford

a proper name appearing in the dialogue (KLIH-ferd) Clifford appeared briefly in their conversation. They referenced Clifford during the interview.

Clinking

producing a light metallic sound (KLINK-ing) The glasses were clinking during the toast. A clinking noise echoed from the kitchen.

Coincidence

an unexpected simultaneous occurrence (koh-IN-sih-dens) The timing was a strange coincidence. He questioned whether it was coincidence or intention.

Collective

shared by a group (kuh-LEK-tiv) The team had a collective responsibility. They reached a collective decision.

Colombia

the South American country (ko-LOM-bee-uh) They joked about traveling to Colombia. Her family shared stories from Colombia.

Comfortable

providing physical ease (KUMF-ter-bul) She felt comfortable in the new chair. They created a comfortable setting for discussion.

Commission

an appointed group or fee for service (kuh-MISH-un) The commission released new guidelines. She earned a commission from the sale.

Commitment

a promise or obligation (kuh-MIT-ment) He questioned his commitment to the project. They renewed their commitment to the plan.

Companies

business organizations (KUM-puh-neez) Several companies joined the initiative. The companies negotiated new terms.

Compartments

separate enclosed sections (kum-PART-ments) She sorted documents into compartments. The suitcase had multiple compartments.

Completely

totally or fully (kum-PLEET-lee) She felt completely unprepared. The task was completely finished.

Complicated

difficult to understand or manage (KOM-pli-kay-ted) The situation grew complicated quickly. A complicated issue required careful handling.

Conscience

inner sense of right and wrong (KON-shens) His conscience bothered him afterward. She trusted her conscience despite doubt.

Consciousness

the state of awareness (KON-shus-ness) He regained consciousness slowly. They studied human consciousness extensively.

Consequences

results of an action (KON-se-kwen-sez) They faced several consequences after the mistake. Unintended consequences appeared later.

Consideration

careful thought (kun-sid-er-AY-shun) The matter required more consideration. They appreciated her consideration of details.

Consoled

comforted someone in distress (kun-SOHLD) She consoled him after the disappointment. He consoled a friend during the crisis.

Constant

occurring continuously (KON-stent) A constant noise disrupted the scene. They endured constant interruptions.

Construed

interpreted in a particular way (kun-STROOD) His statement was construed as criticism. The gesture was construed as support.

Contestant

someone competing in a contest (kun-TES-tent) Each contestant introduced themselves. The contestant waited nervously.

Contestants

participants in a competition (kun-TES-tents) The contestants lined up on stage. All contestants followed the rules.

Contracting

becoming smaller or tightening (kon-TRAK-ting) She experienced contracting muscles. The workforce was contracting that year.

Contraction

tightening or shrinking movement (kun-TRAK-shun) The contraction lasted only seconds. Doctors monitored each contraction closely.

Conversation

an exchange of spoken ideas (kon-ver-SAY-shun) The conversation shifted suddenly. They had a long conversation afterward.

Countries

nations with borders and governments (KUN-treez) They visited several countries together. The report compared multiple countries.

Courtroom

a room where legal cases are heard (KORT-room) Silence filled the courtroom. The courtroom was prepared for testimony.

Criticism

the expression of disapproval (KRIT-ih-siz-um) She received unexpected criticism. Constructive criticism refined the proposal.

Crossword

a word puzzle in a grid (KRAWS-wurd) He completed the crossword during lunch. They solved a difficult crossword together.

Crowning

marking the moment of emergence (KROW-ning) The doctor announced the crowning stage. They described crowning during childbirth.

Definitely

without doubt (DEF-uh-nit-lee) She definitely understood the instructions. They definitely needed more time.

Demanding

requiring significant effort (dih-MAN-ding) The role was extremely demanding. She managed the demanding schedule.

Demonstrate

to show clearly (DEM-un-strayt) They aimed to demonstrate their findings. She could demonstrate the principle easily.

Department

a specialized division of an organization (duh-PART-ment) He transferred to another department. The department reviewed incoming requests.

Determined

having firm intention (dih-TER-mind) She remained determined despite setbacks. A determined tone guided her response.

Diagnosis

identification of a condition (dy-ag-NO-sis) The diagnosis clarified her treatment. They waited for an accurate diagnosis.