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Culmination |
1). the end or final result of something
2). This study is the culmination of years of research. |
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Expanse |
1). a large and usually flat open space or area
2). The explorer gazed across the vast Arctic expanse. |
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Frigid |
1). very cold
2). During the winter, it gets frigid |
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Prime |
1). The period in life when a person is best in health, strength, etc. : the most active or successful time of a person's life
2). The banana is at its prime when it’s the brightest yellow |
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Sacrificed |
1). the act of giving up something that you want to keep especially in order to get or do something else or to help someone
2). When I move I have to sacrifice a lot of my things that o really don’t need anymore. |
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Affirmed |
1). to say that something is true in a confident way
2). We cannot affirm that this painting is genuine. |
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Equivalent |
1). having the same value, use, meaning, etc. 2). The equivalent to Santa Claus in the UK is Father Christmas |
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Deduced |
1). to use logic or reason to form (a conclusion or opinion about something) : to decide (something) after thinking about the known facts 2). Scientists use several methods to deduce the age of ancient objects. |
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Durable |
1). staying strong and in good condition over a long period of time 2). The newer the instrument, the more durable it is. |
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Participants |
1). a person who is involved in an activity or event : a person who participates in an activity or event 2). The participants of the race were sore and sweaty afterwards. |
