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desert | n: arid land with little or no vegetation often covered with sand or rocks | |
lobby | n: a large area inside the entrance of a public building where people can meet and wait; a group of people who try to persuade a politician, the government, or an official group to influence legislation | |
pollack | n: (also “pollock”) a variety of freshwater fish related to the cod, or a member of a North Atlantic family of marine fish, typically greenish-gray in color | |
unfortunately | adv: by bad luck; unluckily | |
penguin | n: a flightless sea bird that is found in the Southern Hemisphere and is known for its distinctive black and white coloring and its upright, waddling gait | |
excuse | n: a reason or explanation, either true or invented, given to justify a fault or defend your behavior; (verb) to make someone free from blame or clear from guilt | |
synecdoche | n: a figure of speech in which a part is used to represent the whole or vice versa; using a specific word or phrase to refer to a larger concept or group | |
skeptical | adj: doubting that something is accurate or useful | |
literally | adv: in the real or original meaning of a word or phrase; in a literal sense or way; not figuratively | |
download | v: to transfer data or files from the Internet or computer network to a user’s computer or device; (noun) the process of transferring data or information from a remote or central computer to a local computer or device | |
calculation | n: the act or process of using numbers to judge an amount of something | |
avian | adj: relating to or characteristic of birds | |
defecate | v: to excrete waste material from the body through the anus; to pass feces | |
awful | adj: causing fear, dread, or terror; very bad or unpleasant | |
physics | n: the science of matter and energy and their interactions | |
rectum | n: the final segment of the large intestine, responsible for storing and expelling fecal matter from the body | |
technique | n: a particular way or art of doing something that needs skill | |
cloaca | n: a common cavity that serves as the only opening for the digestive, reproductive, and urinary tracts in some animals, including birds, reptiles, and amphibians | |
stick | v: to put something, usually a sharp object, into something; to restrict yourself to doing or using one certain thing and not change; (noun) a thin piece of wood or other material | |
random | adj: made, done, or happening without method, conscious decision, or any regular pattern | |
bunch | n: a grouping of several similar things which are growing or fastened together | |
nerd | n: a person who is very interested in and knowledgeable about a particular subject such as computers, mathematics, chess, etc. | |
soprano | n: the highest-pitched voice or vocal range of a female or child singer; a female or child singer with a soprano voice; the highest-pitched member of an instrumental family, such as a violin or clarinet | |
bulletproof | adj: intended to resist bullet penetration | |
protector | n: a person or thing that provides protection, support, or defense; a guardian or defender | |
monster | n: an imaginary creature that is large and has various human and animal parts; someone or something large and powerful | |
archaeology | n: the branch of anthropology that studies prehistoric people and their cultures | |
opportune | adj: suitable or happening at a time that is suitable or convenient for a particular purpose | |
civilization | n: a complex and highly organized society that has developed over time and has a dominant culture, including features such as language, religion, government, technology, and social customs | |
succeed | v: to accomplish or achieve a desired or intended result or goal; to prosper or attain success in a given field or endeavor | |
backward | adv: at, to, or toward the direction or place that is behind or rear | |
incredibly | adv: in a way that is very difficult to believe; exceedingly or extremely | |
mysterious | adj: difficult to understand, explain, or identify; having an aura of secrecy, intrigue, or puzzlement | |
strike | v: to wallop somebody or something with the hand, fist, or weapon; to have an emotional or cognitive impact upon | |
statue | n: a sculpture of a person or animal, typically made of stone or metal, that is intended to represent the subject in a lifelike or symbolic way | |
moai | n: a large stone statue found on Easter Island, typically depicting a human figure with a large head and prominent facial features | |
diamond | n: a precious stone made from pure carbon, typically transparent and colorless but possibly tinted in various colors; a shape or arrangement resembling the geometric form of a diamond | |
collapse | v: to fall down or give way suddenly, often after breaking apart | |
recommend | v: to suggest that someone or something would be a suitable fit for a particular purpose or role | |
chapter | n: a separate section of a written work usually numbered and titled | |
committed | adj: willing to put in a lot of effort, time, and energy into something; firmly believing in something | |
ecology | n: the study of the relationships between living organisms, including humans, and their physical environment | |
suicide | n: the act of killing yourself intentionally | |
commit | v: to do something illegal or wrong | |
identical | adj: being the exact same one | |
mystery | n: something difficult to understand or explain; a secret or enigmatic quality that adds to the fascination or interest of something; a genre of fiction that involves the solution of a crime or a puzzle | |
brow | n: the ridge over the eye sockets; the forehead | |
inspiration | n: something that motivates or encourages someone to create or achieve something, or a feeling of excitement or creativity | |
native | adj: connecting with or describing someone’s birth country or place of birth, or someone born in a specific country or place | |
transport | n: a system for moving people or products from one location to another using automobiles, roads, and so on | |
foreground | n: the part of a view, picture, etc., that is nearest to the viewer | |
studied | adj: deliberately considered or scrutinized; carefully thought out or planned | |
excavate | v: to dig or remove earth, rocks, or other materials from the ground or a site, often to uncover or discover something | |
embark | v: to go on board a ship or plane; to set out on an enterprise or subject of study; to start something | |
digit | n: one of the elements that collectively form a system of numeration; a finger, thumb, or toe | |
resolution | n: a firm decision or determination to do or not do something; the action of solving a problem, dispute, or conflict; the quality of being resolved or determined; the clarity and sharpness of an image or display | |
preserve | v: to keep or maintain a particular quality, feature, etc., especially to prevent it from decaying, being damaged, or being destroyed | |
algorithm | n: a set of rules or rigorous instructions typically used to solve a specific problem or to perform a computation | |
standing | adj: existing or remaining upright; having a vertical position; (noun) social, financial, or professional status or reputation | |
posit | v: to suggest or accept something as fact or as a basis for argument or consideration | |
indirectly | adv: not going straight to the point; implying or suggesting something | |
comet | n: a celestial object consisting of a nucleus of ice and dust that goes around the sun | |
gratuitous | adj: given or done without charge or payment | |
permission | n: consent or authorization given by someone in authority or by the owner of something, allowing someone to do something or allowing something to occur | |
amazing | adj: extremely surprising, especially in a way that you like or admire | |
invention | n: the creation of a new device or process resulting from study and experimentation; the act of inventing | |
nuclear | adj: of or relating to or constituting the nucleus of an atom; deriving destructive energy from the release of atomic energy | |
reactor | n: a device or structure that is designed to contain a controlled nuclear chain reaction, producing heat or power; a device that initiates, drives, or controls a specific chemical reaction or process | |
conventional | adj: based on or following traditional rules, standards, customs, etc. | |
fuel | n: a substance that is typically burned to generate heat or energy | |
cycle | n: an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs; a bicycle or motorcycle | |
advance | v: to go or move forward; to develop in a positive way | |
process | n: a series of actions or operations performed to achieve a particular outcome or goal; a systematic procedure or approach used to accomplish a specific task or objective; a method of treating milk to make it suitable for consumption or use in other dairy products | |
norm | n: something that is regarded as usual, typical, or standard | |
advantage | n: a condition or circumstance that puts one in a favorable or superior position; a beneficial feature or asset that someone or something has | |
carbon | n: a chemical element that can be found in pure form as diamond or graphite, and it is also an essential part of coal and oil and is found in all plants and animals | |
pollution | n: the introduction of harmful substances or waste into the natural environment that causes adverse change | |
disadvantage | n: a drawback or a negative aspect of something; (verb) to put someone or something in an unfavorable position | |
extreme | adj: very great in amount or degree | |
potentially | adv: in a possible state or condition; possibly | |
property | n: a thing or things that belong to someone | |
backyard | n: a whole space behind and belonging to a house | |
eliminate | v: to remove or get rid of someone or something | |
statistics | n: the discipline that concerns the collection, organization, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data | |
solid | adj: hard or firm; characterized by good substantial quality | |
artificial | adj: not natural and made by human beings; not real but produced to resemble something | |
manipulate | v: to influence or control something or someone to your advantage, often in an unfair or dishonest way | |
electromagnetic | adj: of or relating to the magnetism produced by electric charge in motion | |
radiation | n: the energy that comes from a nuclear reaction in the form of rays, waves, or particles and that can be hazardous to health | |
device | n: a piece of equipment, tool, or technology that serves a particular purpose or function, often mechanical or electronic | |
invisible | adj: impossible or nearly impossible to see | |
cloak | n: a type of loose, outer garment worn over the shoulders and fastened at the neck, often with a hood; something that covers or conceals something else; a mask or disguise | |
microwave | n: a form of electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths ranging from about one millimeter to one meter and frequencies between 300 MHz (0.3 GHz) and 300 GHz; an electric oven that cooks food by exposing it to high-frequency electromagnetic radiation, which causes the food molecules to vibrate and heat up quickly | |
squish | v: to crush or press something so that it becomes flat or distorted | |
exciting | adj: causing a lot of interest or excitement | |
negative | adj: having the quality of something bad or harmful; expressing refusal | |
biomedical | adj: relating to the application of the natural sciences, especially biology, and physiology, to clinical medicine and healthcare | |
medical | adj: relating to the treatment of illness or injuries; relating to the practice of medicine | |
foundation | n: the lowest load-bearing part of a building, typically below ground level; a fundamental basis or principle upon which something is built or established; an organization that provides funding or support for charitable or educational purposes | |
develop | v: to grow or expand; to improve or refine through a process of progress and refinement, often to achieve greater sophistication or complexity; to elaborate or add detail to something that is in the process of being created | |
inexpensive | adj: costing little; having a low price | |
diagnose | v: to determine or distinguish the nature of a problem or an illness through a careful analysis | |
disease | n: a disorder or illness that affects the body or mind, often characterized by specific symptoms or abnormal functioning of organs or systems | |
absence | n: the fact or condition of being away from a place where they are typically anticipated to be | |
chef | n: a cook, especially the chief cook in a restaurant or hotel | |
championship | n: a contest to decide who is the best player or team in a particular sport; the act of providing approval and support | |
barbecue | n: a cooking method or apparatus that uses open flames or heated coals to grill or smoke meat, fish, or vegetables; a social gathering or meal characterized by outdoor grilling or barbecuing of food | |
cult | n: a small religious group, especially one that is not part of a larger religion and that is regarded as outside the norm; followers of an exclusive system of beliefs and practices | |
chili | n: a small hot-tasting fruit of a type of pepper plant used in sauces, relishes, and spice powders; a spicy stew made from ground beef and beans, typically seasoned with chili peppers | |
bouillabaisse | n: a traditional French fish stew originating from the coastal region of Marseille, typically includes various types of fish, shellfish, vegetables, herbs, and spices | |
vary | v: to become different in terms of size, shape, etc. | |
enormous | adj: extremely large or great | |
attach | v: to fasten, join, or connect one thing to another | |
tremendous | adj: very great in degree or extent or amount or impact; extremely good | |
tradition | n: a belief, custom, or way of doing something that has been passed down from generation to generation within a group or society | |
secrecy | n: the state or quality of being kept hidden or private; the act of keeping something confidential or unknown to others | |
complicated | adj: involving a lot of different things or parts in a way that is difficult to understand or analyze | |
knob | n: a round handle, especially one used for opening or closing a door, drawer, or cabinet | |
dial | v: to adjust or set the controls of a machine or device by turning a controller called dial; (noun) a disc on a telephone that is rotated a fixed distance for each number called | |
controller | n: a person or device that manages or regulates the operation of a system, equipment, or machine; a high-level position within an organization responsible for overseeing management, operations, and reporting | |
software | n: a set of computer programs and associated documentation and data for doing particular computational jobs | |
terrific | adj: causing terror or fear; extremely great or intense; very good or excellent | |
rib | n: each of a series of curved bones that are connected to the spine and surround the chest; (adjective) subject to laughter or ridicule | |
centrifuge | n: a machine that uses centrifugal force (= a type of inertial force that appears to act on an object moving in a circular path and is directed away from the center) to separate substances of different densities, especially to separate liquids from solids | |
gravity | n: the force that attracts a body towards the center of the earth or towards any other physical body having mass; a manner that is solemn | |
clarify | v: to make something, such as a statement or situation, less confusing and more understandable | |
ghoulish | adj: gruesome or lacking in sympathy or decency; related to or characteristic of a ghost or a monster, especially in being frightening, cruel, or having a creepy appearance | |
experiment | n: the scientific test conducted to observe what happens and gain new knowledge | |
calibrate | v: to measure or adjust something, typically a machine or device, to ensure accurate functioning or to match a standard or desired level of performance | |
mathematics | n: the science dealing with the logic of quantities, shapes, spaces, and arrangement | |
predict | v: to state beforehand that something will happen in the future, mainly based on knowledge or experience | |
internal | adj: of or relating to the inside of something | |
geek | n: a person who is highly interested and knowledgeable about a particular subject or field, often to the point of being obsessed | |
fake | adj: not genuine; fraudulent or counterfeit | |
extraterrestrial | adj: relating to or existing outside of the Earth’s atmosphere or planetary boundaries; pertaining to beings or phenomena that originate from beyond the Earth | |
intelligence | n: the ability to learn, comprehend, or make judgments or conclusions based on reasons | |
popularize | v: to make something more widely known, accepted, or adopted by the general public; to present or promote something in a way that increases its popularity or appeal | |
foster | v: to promoto growth; to take care of another person’s child, usually for a limited time, without becoming their legal parents | |
dedicate | v: to give all of your energy, time, etc., entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause; to set apart for a particular purpose or use | |
heroism | n: great courage or bravery, especially in the face of danger or adversity; the act of sacrificing oneself for a noble cause | |
professional | adj: having or showing the skill appropriate to a particular job; competent or skillful | |
aft | adj: (the opposite of “forward”) located at or towards the rear or back of a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle | |
afterward | adv: after the time mentioned | |
absolutely | adv: without restriction or limitation; completely or utterly | |
creepy | adj: causing an uneasy feeling of fear or unease | |
institute | n: an organization that has a specific purpose, particularly one dealing with science, education, or a particular profession; (verb) to initiate, introduce, or establish something | |
telescope | n: a device like a tube in shape containing lenses used to magnify and observe distant objects | |
creek | n: a small, narrow stream or waterway; a narrow, winding passage between cliffs or hills | |
pager | n: a small electronic device used for sending and receiving short text messages, often used in hospitals or other professional settings | |
horrible | adj: extremely unpleasant or bad; causing fear or disgust | |
dinosaur | n: a large extinct reptile, often with an armored back, long neck, tail, and bony plates on the skin | |
resemble | v: to look like or be similar to someone or something | |
remark | n: a comment or observation, or something said or written about a particular subject or situation; (verb) to give a spoken statement on a particular subject or situation | |
aspect | n: one part or feature of a situation, problem, subject, etc. | |
hike | n: a long walk or journey, especially for pleasure or exercise; an increase in cost | |
dumb | adj: lacking the power of speech, unable to speak; stupid, or lacking intelligence | |
erosion | n: the wearing away of rock, soil, or land by natural processes such as wind or water | |
flash | n: a sudden intense burst of radiant energy; a momentary brightness | |
flood | n: a large amount of water flowing beyond its normal limits; an overwhelming number or amount | |
pray | v: to make a request or petition to a higher power, especially in the form of a respectful or humble request | |
paleontology | n: the study of fossils and the history of life on Earth | |
bentonite | n: a clay-rich mineral consisting mostly of montmorillonite, formed from volcanic ash and used in various industries for its absorbent and swelling properties, commonly used in drilling fluids, wastewater treatment, and as a binder in foundry molds | |
clay | n: a natural, earthy material that is made up of very small particles of minerals and can be molded when wet and then fired to produce ceramics | |
swell | v: to become larger or more inflated; to become more intense or important | |
expand | v: to increase or to make something greater in size, number, or importance | |
poke | v: to push or prod with a sharp object or the finger | |
recognize | v: to acknowledge or realize something or someone; to identify, remember, or become aware of something that was previously known or encountered | |
skull | n: a bone framework that surrounds the brain and gives the head its shape | |
fragment | n: a small piece or part broken off or detached | |
serrated | adj: having a saw-toothed or notched edge; of or relating to leaves, knives, or other objects with jagged edges | |
cast | v: to cause light or shadow to appear on a surface; to assing or choose someone such as an actor or representative, especially by selection process | |
intellect | n: the ability to think logically and comprehend information, especially at an advanced level | |
reconstruct | v: to build or form something again that has been damaged or destroyed | |
environment | n: the natural world such as air, water, and land in which humans, animals, and plants live | |
unexpected | adj: not anticipated or regarded as likely to happen | |
realization | n: the act or process of understanding or becoming aware of something; the act of achieving or completing something that was planned or desired; the act of making something real or tangible | |
asteroid | n: (also “planetoid”) a small rocky body orbiting the sun, typically in the region between Mars and Jupiter | |
planet | n: any of the nine large celestial bodies that circle in the solar system; any celestial body that revolves around a star | |
ancient | adj: relating to the long ago, particularly the historical period preceding the fall of the Western Roman Empire; very old | |
climate | n: the weather in a particular location averaged over some long period | |
proof | n: a fact or piece of information that shows something is true or exists | |
scientifically | adv: in a way that relates to science or is connected with science | |
theropod | n: a type of carnivorous dinosaur that existed during the Mesozoic Era and is characterized by having three-toed limbs, a stiff tail, and sharp teeth, such as the Tyrannosaurus and Velociraptor | |
gripping | adj: engaging or compelling; capable of holding one’s attention or interest tightly; evocative of strong emotions or reactions | |
photograph | n: a picture or image that is produced by a camera; a visual representation or record of a person, object, or scene that has been captured electronically or on film | |
damn | v: to express disapproval of or disappointment in something or someone; to condemn or to curse; (a swear word) an expression of anger | |
orca | n: a species of large marine mammal, also known as the killer whale, found in Arctic and temperate waters worldwide, known for their intelligence, social behavior, and hunting prowess | |
fantastic | adj: extremely good; excellent | |
penthouse | n: a luxurious apartment or living space situated on the highest floor or roof of a building, often with additional amenities or features such as a balcony, terrace, or panoramic view; the top floor or floors of a building | |
marine | adj: relating to the sea and the creatures and plants that live there | |
mammal | n: any animal of which the female gives birth to live young, not eggs, and feeds her young on milk from her own body | |
edition | n: a particular form or version in which a text, especially a printed book, magazine, or newspaper, is published; | |
whale | n: a very large sea mammal that has a streamlined body and breathes through a blowhole on the head; a very large person; impressive in size or qualities | |
overwhelming | adj: very great or intense; so powerful that you cannot fight or react against it | |
importance | n: the quality of being important and worthy of note | |
curl | v: to form or make something form into a curved or spiral shape; (noun) a round shape formed by a series of concentric circles | |
disparate | adj: very different or distinct from something else and is not connected or comparable in any way | |
wisdom | n: the quality of being wise, or the ability to use your knowledge and experience to make sensible decisions | |
passion | n: intense, driving, or overpowering feeling or conviction | |
buckle | v: to bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat; (noun) a device used for fastening two loose ends of a belt or strap | |
engross | v: to entirely occupy or absorb one’s attention or interest; to involve or entangle deeply | |
industrious | adj: hardworking, diligent, and persistent in effort | |
ultimate | adj: furthest or highest in degree or order | |
decide | v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options | |
embrace | v: to accept something willingly and enthusiastically; (noun) the act of clasping another person in the arms as in greeting or affection | |
regardless | adv: not paying attention or considering something or someone even if the situation is bad or there are difficulties | |
denominator | n: the number below the line in a fraction |