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budget
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manifesto
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a written public declaration of intentions, opinions, and objectives, often issued by a political party, a government, or a group of individuals with a shared interest or purpose

What is a "manifesto"?

A manifesto is a public declaration of principles, goals, or intentions, often issued by an individual, group, or organization. It outlines their beliefs, values, and plans for action or change, typically aiming to inspire or mobilize support. Manifestos are used in various contexts, including politics, social movements, and artistic movements, to communicate a vision or set of objectives and to influence public opinion or behavior.

council
council
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a group of elected people who govern a city, town, etc.

councillor
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an elected official in local government, representing and making decisions for their community

to stand up for
to stand up for
Verb
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/stˈænd ˈʌp fɔːɹ/

to defend or support someone or something

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Phrasal Status
inseparable
phrase's verb
stand
phrase's particle
up for
to stick up for
to stick up for
Verb
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/stˈɪk ˈʌp fɔːɹ/
Idiom

to show strong support for a person or thing when they are faced with danger or criticism

What is the origin of the idiom "stick up for someone or something" and when to use it?

The idiom "stick up for someone or something" finds its origin in the imagery of physically brandishing a stick or weapon in defense. The word "stick" refers to a long, slender object that can be used as a makeshift weapon. The idiom emerged from the literal act of using a stick to protect oneself or others from harm. It is commonly employed in personal relationships, such as friendships or family dynamics, when someone stands up for a loved one in the face of criticism, bullying, or injustice.

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Phrasal Status
inseparable
phrase's verb
stick
phrase's particle
up for
on behalf of
preposition
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/ˌɑːn bɪhˈæf ʌv/
Collocation

used to indicate that someone is acting or speaking for another person or group

resident
resident
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a person who lives in a particular place, usually on a long-term basis

nonresident
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someone whose right of belonging to a particular state is legally recognized either because they are born there or are naturalized

foreigner
green
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(of a substance or product) causing no harm to the environment

to take somebody or something seriously
phrase
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/tˈeɪk ˌɛsbˈiː slˈæʃ ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ sˈiəɹɪəsli/
Collocation

to consider someone or something as important or deserving of attention

say
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the right or chance to give an opinion about something

to allocate
to allocate
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to distribute or assign resources, funds, or tasks for a particular purpose

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to ensure
to ensure
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to make sure that something will happen

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grant
grant
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an amount of money given by the government or another organization for a specific purpose

What is a "grant"?

A grant is a sum of money provided by an organization, government, or foundation to support a specific purpose or project. Grants are typically given to individuals, organizations, or institutions that meet certain criteria, and they do not need to be repaid. They can be awarded for a variety of reasons, such as funding research, supporting education, or assisting with community development. Grants are often based on need, merit, or specific goals that align with the goals of the granting organization.

voluntary
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of your own free will or design; done by choice; not forced or compelled

involuntary
volunteer
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a person who offers to do something, often without being asked or without expecting payment

mayor
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someone who is elected to be the head of a town or city

eligible
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possessing the right to do or have something because of having the required qualifications

ineligible
ineligible
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disqualified for a specific position or benefit

eligible
high profile
noun
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/hˈaɪ pɹˈoʊfaɪl/

something or someone that attracts a lot of public attention or interest due to prominence, importance, or controversy

spokesperson
spokesperson
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a person who speaks formally for an organization, government, etc.

budget
budget
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the sum of money that is available to a person, an organization, etc. for a particular purpose and the plan according to which it will be spent

to set a budget
phrase
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/sˈɛt ɐ bˈʌdʒɪt/
Collocation

to decide how much money can be spent on different things

authority
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(usually plural) people with decision-making power over a specific area in a country

funding
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the act of providing money or capital to support a project, organization, or activity

What is "funding"?

Funding is the process of providing financial resources to support a specific project, organization, or activity. This can involve supplying money through various means such as grants, investments, donations, or loans. Funding is essential for the operation and growth of businesses, educational programs, research, or community initiatives. It helps cover costs and enables projects or organizations to carry out their planned objectives.

to head
Verb
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/hɛd/

to lead or be in charge of an organization, team, etc.

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head
head
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a person in a leadership or authority position within a specific organization or group

policing
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the control and regulation of law and order by the police force or other official groups

to police
to police
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to oversee and enforce laws, regulations, or safety measures in a specific area, typically carried out by law enforcement or responsible authorities

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to chair
to chair
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to lead a committee or meeting

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committee
noun
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/kəˈmɪti/

a group of people appointed or elected to perform a specific function, task, or duty

committee meeting
noun
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/kəmˈɪɾi mˈiːɾɪŋ/

a meeting for administrative purposes

chair
chair
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the officer who presides at the meetings of an organization

chairman
chairman
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someone, especially a man, who is appointed to be in charge of meetings

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compound noun
chairperson
chairperson
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a person who presides over a meeting or organization, guiding and overseeing its proceedings and discussions

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compound noun
spokesman
spokesman
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a person, often a man, who is appointed or elected to speak on behalf of a group or organization

chairwoman
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a woman who presides over a meeting or organization, guiding and overseeing its proceedings and discussions

Grammatical Information:

compound noun
spokeswoman
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a woman who speaks on behalf of a group, organization, or cause to convey information, address concerns, or represent their interests

voluntary sector
noun
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/vˈɑːləntɚɹi sˈɛktɚ/

organizations and activities carried out by individuals or groups working to help others without aiming for profit

Grammatical Information:

compound noun
to chair a meeting
phrase
uk flag
/tʃˈɛɹ ɐ mˈiːɾɪŋ/
Collocation

to lead and manage a meeting, typically by guiding the discussion and ensuring everything runs smoothly

to sit on a committee
phrase
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/sˈɪt ˌɑːn ɐ kəmˈɪɾi/
Collocation

to be a member of a committee and participate in its meetings and decision-making processes

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