a profession or a series of professions that one can do for a long period of one's life
a permanent change in global or regional climate patterns, including temperature, wind, and rainfall
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related to or involving the governance of a country or territory
the way in which a person's hair is arranged or cut
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a sequence of musical notes arranged in a specific order to create a recognizable piece of music
a country's rules that all of its citizens are required to obey
(of law enforcement agencies) to take a person away because they believe that they have done something illegal
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an amount of money that must be paid as a legal punishment
forbidden by the law
the study or art of building and designing houses
a structure that has walls, a roof, and sometimes many levels, like an apartment, house, school, etc.
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a state of being overcrowded or blocked, particularly in a street or road
the process of building or creating something, such as structures, machines, or infrastructure
to make a hole or opening in something using a rotating tool
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a period of hot weather, usually hotter and longer than before
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a device placed inside of a vehicle that makes an alarming and loud sound, used to give a warning or signal to others
A horn is a device in a vehicle used to make a loud noise, typically to alert other drivers or pedestrians of the vehicle's presence or to warn of potential danger. The horn is usually activated by pressing a button or pad on the steering wheel. It is a key safety feature, helping drivers communicate and avoid accidents, especially in situations where visibility is poor or when another driver might not be aware of the vehicle’s approach.
to cause a horn, particularly of a vehicle, to make a loud noise
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a time of day at which traffic is the heaviest because people are leaving for work or home
Rush hour is the period of the day when there is a high volume of people traveling to or from work, school, or other activities. This typically happens in the early morning and late afternoon or evening, when traffic on the roads, buses, and trains is at its busiest. During rush hour, public transportation services and roadways can become crowded, leading to longer travel times. It is a common challenge in cities where many people rely on public transport or cars for their daily commutes.
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a very tall building that is divided into several apartments or offices
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a large number of bikes, cars, buses, etc. that are waiting in lines behind each other which move very slowly
A traffic jam is a situation where vehicles are unable to move freely because there are too many cars on the road. This often happens during busy times, such as rush hours, or when there is an accident, construction, or a blockage. In a traffic jam, cars move very slowly or come to a complete stop, causing delays for drivers and passengers. Traffic jams can be frustrating and time-consuming, and they often happen in cities or on highways with heavy traffic.
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a state of frustration or anxiety caused by opposing desires or feelings at the same time
to make someone regain their health
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an amount of money or a favor that is owed
an illness in a human, animal, or plant that affects health
the increase in the average temperature of the Earth as a result of the greenhouse effect
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the activity of working on a farm and growing crops or producing animal products by raising them
(of food or farming techniques) produced or done without any artificial or chemical substances
a period or state where there is no war or violence
a change in water, air, etc. that makes it harmful or dangerous
the condition of lacking enough money or income to afford basic needs like food, clothing, etc.
the process of making waste products usable again
energy that is generated from the sun's radiation using solar panels, which convert sunlight into electricity
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the level of wealth, welfare, comfort, and necessities available to an individual, group, country, etc.
a state of armed fighting between two or more groups, nations, or states
to move to a higher position or rank
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to present or propose something to someone
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an act of raising someone to a higher rank or position
to give up your job, school, etc.
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to feel sad, sorry, or disappointed about something that has happened or something that you have done, often wishing it had been different
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to devote one's time and energy to doing or finishing something one was nervous about
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