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THE ENGLISH DICTIONARY

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

1242 words & expressions

branch out

phrasal verb B2

To expand into new sectors, technological areas, or business pursuits; to expand or diversify into new areas of activity or business

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branding

word B2

The marketing practice of creating a name, symbol, or design that identifies and differentiates a product from others.

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break down

phrasal verb B2

To separate an overall expense, bill, or budget into itemized details; to divide into smaller parts for analysis; to stop working or collapse

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breakthrough

word B2

a sudden, dramatic, and important discovery or development; A sudden, dramatic, and important discovery or development. A sudden, important development or discovery in research, problem solving, or any project. An important discovery or development that overcomes a barrier and achieves sudden progress. A sudden important development or achievement that makes progress possible. a significant or sudden advance or discovery

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bribe

word B2

A sum of money or other inducement offered to someone to influence their official conduct dishonestly.; a sum of money or something valuable given to someone to persuade them to do something dishonest or illegal To persuade someone to act in one's favor, typically illegally, by offering money or gifts.

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bring up

phrasal verb B2

to mention or introduce a topic for discussion; to introduce a topic for discussion; to raise a child

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bud

word B2

a compact knoblike growth on a plant which develops into a leaf or flower

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build on

phrasal verb B2

to use existing success or strengths as a foundation for further progress; to use an existing achievement, idea, or success as a base for further development

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bureaucracy

word B2

a system of government or management characterized by complex rules, procedures, and red tape

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burial site

word B2

An area of ground or a designated place where bodies are buried.

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Butterfly Population

word B2

The total number of butterflies of one or more species living in a specific region or habitat.

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cabinet

word B2

A committee of senior government ministers responsible for controlling government policy.

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cable

word B2

a thick, strong rope of wire or fiber used on ships or in engineering; or an insulated wire or bundle of wires used to carry electricity or electronic signals

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calmly

word B2

In a peaceful, quiet, and composed manner, without showing agitation or excitement.

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campaign

word B2

A planned series of activities or course of action to achieve a particular social, political, or commercial goal.; an organized course of action to achieve a particular goal; a series of military operations a planned series of activities to achieve a specific goal, especially in politics, marketing, or war

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Cannon

word B2

a large heavy piece of artillery that fires heavy metal balls or explosive shells

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capability

word B2

the power or ability to do, achieve, or produce something

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capitalism

word B2

An economic and political system in which a country's trade and industry are controlled by private owners for profit, rather than by the state.

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capsule

word B2

A small sealed container or casing, such as a gelatin pill containing medicine.

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captive

word B2

A person who has been taken prisoner or confined.

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caravan

word B2

A group of people, vehicles, or animals traveling together, especially across a desert.; a group of people traveling together, especially through desert areas

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carbon

word B2

A nonmetallic chemical element of atomic number 6 occurring in all organic compounds.; The chemical element of atomic number 6, occurring as diamond, graphite, and charcoal. The chemical element of atomic number 6. a chemical element found in all living things and used as fuel when combined with oxygen

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carbon footprint

phrase B2

The total amount of greenhouse gases, especially carbon dioxide, generated by our actions.

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carbon-neutral

word B2

Resulting in no net release of carbon emissions into the atmosphere, often achieved by offsetting.

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Cargo ship

word B2

a merchant vessel that carries freight, goods, and materials from one seaport to another

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cascade

word B2

A small waterfall, typically one of several that fall in stages down a steep rocky slope.

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Cashew nuts

word B2

kidney-shaped edible nuts produced by the cashew tree, commonly eaten as snacks or used in cooking

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cast

word B2

the actors in a play, film, or show; to choose actors for roles; or to throw something forcefully; to throw; to choose actors for a play; to shape metal To throw something forcefully; the actors in a play or movie.

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casually

word B2

In a relaxed, informal, or unconcerned manner; without serious intent.

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catalyst

word B2

A person, thing, or event that precipitates or accelerates significant change or action.

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catastrophic

word B2

Involving or causing sudden great damage, suffering, or disaster.

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catastrophic events

word B2

Extremely destructive and harmful incidents causing widespread devastation and suffering.

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catch up

phrasal verb B2

to exchange mutual news and updates after not seeing someone for a while; to reach the same level, standard, or stage of progress after having fallen behind; to succeed in reaching someone ahead; to talk to someone after a time apart

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categorized

word B2

Classified or placed into a specific category or class.

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ceiling

word B2

the upper interior surface of a room; an upper limit imposed on something the upper interior surface of a room; the upper interior surface of a room

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cemented grave

word B2

A grave that is permanently paved or constructed with cement and brickwork.

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Centipede

word B2

a predatory arthropod with a flat segmented body and one pair of legs per segment

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certificate

word B2

an official document certifying a fact, status, or achievement a document serving as proof of achievement or qualification

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character development

word B2

The process of creating and evolving a complex and believable personality for a character throughout a story.

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charisma

word B2

Compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion and enthusiasm in others.

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