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SAT Ordfärdigheter 5 - Lektion 39

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Afrikaans
Afrikaans
[Substantiv]

one of the official languages of South Africa with a west Germanic root, which is also spoken in Namibia

afrikaans, språket afrikaans

afrikaans, språket afrikaans

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countenance
countenance
[Substantiv]

someone's face or facial expression

ansikte, ansiktsuttryck

ansikte, ansiktsuttryck

Ex: His countenance showed deep sadness after the loss of his beloved pet. 
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resemblance
resemblance
[Substantiv]

the state of similarity between two or more things

likhet, överensstämmelse

likhet, överensstämmelse

Ex: There is a strong resemblance between the two brothers. 
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deviance
deviance
[Substantiv]

actions or conduct that departs from societal norms, expectations, or standards, often perceived as unconventional, abnormal, or unacceptable by the larger community

avvikelse, avvikande beteende

avvikelse, avvikande beteende

Ex: The psychologist studied patterns of deviance within the community to better understand the factors contributing to criminal behavior. 
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semblance
semblance
[Substantiv]

a condition or situation that is similar or only appears to be similar to something

sken, likhet

sken, likhet

Ex: The old house had a semblance of its former grandeur, though it was now in disrepair. 
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reliance
reliance
[Substantiv]

trust and confidence placed in someone or something

tillit, beroende

tillit, beroende

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seance
seance
[Substantiv]

a gathering where individuals attempt to communicate with the spirits of the dead, typically led by a medium

seans

seans

Ex: A group of friends gathered around a table, holding hands, and attempting to contact a deceased loved one through a seance. 
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continuance
continuance
[Substantiv]

the act of prolonging or extending the duration of something

fortsättning, förlängning

fortsättning, förlängning

Ex: The judge granted a continuance in the trial to allow the defense more time to prepare their case. 
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obeisance
obeisance
[Substantiv]

behavior that expresses respect, submission, or duty toward someone in authority or of higher status

vördnad, lydnad

vördnad, lydnad

Ex: The knight pledged obeisance to his sovereign, vowing loyalty and service. 
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pittance
pittance
[Substantiv]

a sum of money that is very insufficient

en spottstyver, en löjligt liten summa

en spottstyver, en löjligt liten summa

Ex: Despite working long hours, he was paid a mere pittance for his efforts. 
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assurance
assurance
[Substantiv]

a promise or pledge to do something

försäkran, löfte

försäkran, löfte

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sustenance
sustenance
[Substantiv]

the nourishing substances or food that provide the necessary nutrients and energy to sustain life

försörjning, näring

försörjning, näring

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hindrance
hindrance
[Substantiv]

a person or thing that gets in the way or obstructs movement

hinder, hämning

hinder, hämning

Ex: The large suitcase was a hindrance in the crowded airport. 
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predominance
predominance
[Substantiv]

the quality of being the most significant or influential element in a particular situation or context

övervägande

övervägande

Ex: In the global market, the predominance of certain multinational corporations shapes economic policies and trade agreements. 
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vengeance
vengeance
[Substantiv]

the act of inflicting harm or punishment on someone as retribution for a perceived wrongdoing or injury

hämnd, vedergällning

hämnd, vedergällning

Ex: Seeking vengeance for his brother's death, the protagonist embarked on a quest to bring the perpetrators to justice. 
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redundance
redundance
[Substantiv]

the unnecessary repetition or inclusion of something, often resulting in excess or waste

redundans, överflödighet

redundans, överflödighet

Ex: The document contained several instances of redundance, with repeated phrases and redundant information that could have been omitted for clarity. 
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nuance
nuance
[Substantiv]

a very small and barely noticeable difference in tone, appearance, manner, meaning, etc.

nyans

nyans

Ex: The actor captured every nuance of the character’s emotions. 
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parlance
parlance
[Substantiv]

the particular style or manner of speaking or writing used in a specific group, profession, or context

språk, jargong

språk, jargong

Ex: In legal parlance, the term "pro bono" refers to providing legal services for free or at a reduced cost to those in need. 
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ambiance
ambiance
[Substantiv]

the overall mood, feeling, or character of a place, shaped by its surroundings and influences

stämning, atmosfär

stämning, atmosfär

Ex: The restaurant's warm ambiance made it perfect for a romantic dinner. 
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abeyance
abeyance
[Substantiv]

a temporary suspension or cessation of activity or progress, typically with the expectation of future resumption

tillfällig uppskov, paus

tillfällig uppskov, paus

Ex: The construction project was put into abeyance due to budgetary constraints, with plans to resume once additional funding was secured. 
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