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THE ENGLISH DICTIONARY

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CEFR LEVEL

3335 entries have no recorded CEFR level and are included in All.

117 words & expressions

shed

word B2

a simple roofed structure used for storage, shelter, or as a workshop to let something fall off naturally, such as leaves, hair, or tears

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shrink

word B2

to become or make smaller in size or amount, especially through heat or moisture

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sideline

word B2

A secondary activity, business, or discussion carried on alongside one's main pursuit.

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Siege

word B2

a military operation in which an army surrounds an enemy fort or town to compel surrender by cutting off supplies

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significantly

word B2

in a large or important way in a way that is large or important enough to have an effect

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simplify

word B2

to make something simpler or easier to do or understand; to make something easier to do or understand to make easier to understand or do; to reduce complexity to make something easier to understand or do

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simultaneous

word B2

Occurring, operating, or done at the exact same time.

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Skilfully

word B2

in a way that shows ability and training; expertly

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Skull

word B2

the bony framework of the head that protects the brain

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slap

word B2

a sharp blow with the open palm of the hand or other flat object

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slash

word B2

a forceful sweeping cut made with a sharp blade, or the punctuation mark (/); to cut or reduce drastically

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sleep deprivation

word B2

The condition of not having enough sleep; lack of adequate sleep.

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Smartly

word B2

in a clever or intelligent way; neatly and stylishly

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snap

word B2

To break or cause to break suddenly with a sharp cracking sound.

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soar

word B2

to fly high in the sky or increase rapidly to fly or rise high in the air; to increase rapidly or dramatically

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social function

phrase B2

a social gathering or party; the role played by a part of society

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social issue

phrase B2

a problem that affects a considerable number of people in a society

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social justice

word B2

Justice in terms of the fair distribution of wealth, opportunities, and privileges within a society.

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socialism

word B2

An economic and political system where major resources and means of production are owned collectively by the community or state.

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soil erosion

word B2

The gradual wearing away or removal of topsoil by natural forces such as water and wind or agricultural practices.

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Sole

word B2

the bottom part of the foot; the bottom part of a shoe

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solemn

word B2

Formal, dignified, and sincere; characterized by deep earnestness or sorrow.

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soliloquy

word B2

an act of speaking one's thoughts aloud when by oneself or regardless of any hearers, especially by a character in a play

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solvent

word B2

A liquid substance capable of dissolving other materials to form a solution.

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somewhat

word B2

to a moderate or small degree; rather; a little

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sow

word B2

to plant seeds in the ground; to scatter seeds for growing

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spare

word B2

extra and available; also to give time, money, or effort if you can To give something that one has extra of; to refrain from harming or killing.; To give something that one has extra of; to refrain from harming or killing.

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spark

word B2

a small fiery particle produced by a fire, electrical breakdown, or friction; a trace or flash; a small fiery particle thrown off from a fire; a flash of light; something that triggers or initiates to cause the start of something, especially an emotion or activity

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speak up

phrasal verb B2

to speak more loudly or express one’s views openly and frankly; to speak more loudly so others can hear clearly

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special attention

phrase B2

particular care, focus, or consideration given to something

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species

word B2

A group of living organisms consisting of similar individuals capable of exchanging genes or interbreeding.

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specifically

word B2

in an exact and particular way in a clear and exact way

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specify

word B2

to state something clearly and exactly to state or describe something clearly and exactly

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spectacle

word B2

a visually striking performance, display, or unusual sight

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spectrum

word B2

A broad range or variety of related ideas, colors, qualities, or activities.; A range of different things, often related to colors, ideas, or classifications.

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Speculation

word B2

the forming of a theory or conjecture without firm evidence; guesswork

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spin

word B2

to turn round and round quickly; to present information with a specific slant To turn around quickly or cause something to rotate

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spite

word B2

a desire to hurt, annoy, or offend someone; malice a desire to hurt, annoy, or offend someone

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spokesman

word B2

a person chosen to speak officially on behalf of a group or organization a person who speaks on behalf of others, especially for a group or organization

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squeeze

word B2

to firmly press something, typically with one's fingers; to force into a tight space to press something firmly, especially from all sides in order to extract or compress it

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