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Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency) - Declaration & Appeal

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Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency)

to mention something without directly talking about it in detail

Ex: During the conversation , he alluded to a shared experience without openly discussing it .
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to notify someone about a situation, event, or information

Ex: The lawyer apprised the client of the legal implications of their decision .
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to aver
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to confidently state or declare something as true

Ex: By next week , she will have averred the effectiveness of the new approach .
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to avow
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to publicly state that something is the case

Ex: The scientist avowed the groundbreaking nature of their research findings during the conference .
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to attribute a particular quality, cause, or origin to someone or something

Ex: She ascribed the delay in her flight to adverse weather conditions .
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to broach
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to introduce a subject for discussion, especially a sensitive or challenging matter

Ex: In the interview , the journalist skillfully broached the controversial topic , eliciting candid responses from the interviewee .
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to seek or gather opinions by asking questions or conducting a survey

Ex: They will canvass residents about the proposed changes to zoning laws .
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to reveal information that was kept secret to someone

Ex: Mary felt a sense of relief after deciding to divulge her true feelings to her close friend .
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to write or speak about a subject and include much detail

Ex: He expatiated at length on the benefits of a plant-based diet , leaving no question unanswered .
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to explain or interpret something in a clear and detailed manner, often uncovering deeper meanings

Ex: The historian will explicate the significance of the events in the context of the period .
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to impute
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to attribute a quality, action, or outcome to a person, cause, or source

Ex: She was hurt when her colleagues imputed dishonesty to her without evidence .
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to claim or suggest something, often falsely or without proof

Ex: Some politicians purport to support certain policies , but their actions contradict their words .
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inquiringly
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in a way that shows curiosity or a desire to know or learn something

Ex: The journalist leaned forward inquiringly, ready to ask the next question .
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to share or confess personal thoughts, feelings, or worries, especially to find relief

Ex: She needed someone trustworthy to unbosom her troubles to .
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to couch
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to express something using specific words, phrasing, or style

Ex: His warning was couched as friendly advice .
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to clarify and make something clear

Ex: The manager will elucidate the company 's future plans during the upcoming staff meeting .
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to make something known publicly, especially an idea, belief, or policy

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to share information that is secret or private

Ex: Please respect the privacy of our family and don't tell tales out of school about our personal matters.
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to laud
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to praise or express admiration for someone or something

Ex: The community lauded the firefighters for their bravery during the wildfire .
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to tout
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to enthusiastically promote or advertise something, emphasizing its positive qualities to attract attention or interest

Ex: The tech company touted its groundbreaking innovation at a product launch .
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to extol
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to praise highly

Ex: The CEO used the annual meeting to extol the company 's accomplishments and the dedication of its employees .
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a serious and heartfelt request urging someone to take action

Ex: The priest 's adjuration inspired the community to unite .
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to sincerely and desperately ask for something

Ex: I beseech you , lend me your ears and listen to my heartfelt plea for assistance .
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to exhort
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to strongly and enthusiastically encourage someone who is doing something

Ex: Tomorrow , the speaker will be exhorting attendees to make a positive impact .
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to earnestly and desperately beg for something

Ex: I implore you , listen to my plea and understand the gravity of the situation .
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to request something in an annoyingly persistent way

Ex: She importuned him for a loan until he finally agreed .
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to cadge
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to obtain something, often by imposing on others, without intending to repay or reciprocate the favor

Ex: I will not allow him to cadge off me anymore ; he needs to learn to be more independent .
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suppliant
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humbly and earnestly asking for something, especially from someone in power or authority

Ex: The suppliant citizens petitioned the government for aid.
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to spread information, ideas, or knowledge to a wide audience

Ex: By next year , the new educational initiative will have disseminated crucial knowledge to thousands of students .
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to offer something and let the other person decide whether to accept or reject it

Ex: In a gesture of goodwill , she proffered a plate of freshly baked cookies to her new neighbors .
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a calculated remark or action used at the start of a conversation, negotiation, or game to gain an advantage

Ex: The salesman's opening gambit was offering a discount before the price was even discussed.
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to request something, usually in a formal or persistent manner

Ex: Last month , the nonprofit organization solicited donations for its charity event .
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