thousand

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to enter

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A competition is an event or activity where individuals or teams compete against each other to achieve a specific goal or win a prize. It can take place in various fields, such as sports, academics, or business. The participants are usually judged based on their performance, skills, or results, and the best or highest-performing individual or group is declared the winner. Competitions can range from friendly contests to highly organized and formal events, and they often have rules or guidelines to ensure fairness and structure.

What is a "competition"?

competition

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million

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program

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A fan is a person who has a strong interest or admiration for a particular person, group, subject, or activity. Fans are often enthusiastic about their interests, whether it is a public figure, musician, movie, or hobby. They may follow updates, attend events, and support their favorites in various ways, demonstrating their dedication and passion.

Who is a "fan"?

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regular

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famous

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The idiom "from rags to riches" has been used for centuries to describe a remarkable journey of transformation and success. It originates from the contrast between poverty "rags" and wealth or prosperity "riches". It is used to describe a significant upward social or financial mobility, where someone starts with very little or in poverty and achieves remarkable success, often involving significant wealth and prosperity.

What is the origin of the idiom "from rags to riches" and when to use it?

from rags to riches

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to improve

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to vote

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"Decide" は、いくつかの選択肢について考えた後、そのうち一つを選ぶ、または明確な結論を出すことを意味します。Decide to do something、decide on something、decide that... などの形がよく使われます。

英語の "decide" はどのような意味ですか？

to decide

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英語の "next" は、この意味では、時間、場所、順序で何かのすぐ後に来るものを表します。たとえば "next week" は今週のすぐ次の週です。

英語の "next" はどのような意味ですか？

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A shower is a plumbing fixture used for washing the body with a spray of water. It typically consists of a showerhead, a faucet or controls for adjusting water temperature and pressure, and a drain to remove used water. Showers are often built into bathrooms, with walls or curtains to contain the water. The water flows from the showerhead, either directly from a pipe or from a water heater, and is directed onto the person standing underneath. Showers are a common and convenient way to clean oneself, providing a quick and efficient alternative to baths.

What is a "shower"?

この意味の "shower" は、体を洗うために水を上から吹きかける浴室設備を指します。ここでは「シャワーを浴びる行為」ではなく、設備そのものを意味します。

英語の "shower" はこの用法でどのような意味ですか？

shower

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contest

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seriously

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stage

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audience

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英語の "perform" は、この意味では観客を楽しませるために、演劇、音楽、ダンスなどを人前で披露することを意味します。歌手、俳優、音楽家、バンドなど幅広い演者について使えます。

英語の "perform" はこの意味でどのような意味ですか？

to perform

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to judge

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to miss

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Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 11 Lesson D in the Four Corners 2 coursebook, such as "program", "regular", "judge", etc.

Four Corners 2「ユニット11 レッスンD」語彙