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