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SAT Word Skills 5 - Lesson 37

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SAT Word Skills 5

to encroach or infringe upon something, often suggesting a negative impact or interference

Ex: The new regulations have impinged on the company's ability to expand its operations.
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to lever
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to lift or move something using a rigid bar or tool as a pivot point

Ex: They have levered the garage door open to retrieve the tools inside .
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to veer
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to abruptly turn to a different direction

Ex: Realizing another skier was on a collision course , she had to veer to the side to avoid an accident on the slopes .
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to knead
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to form and press dough or wet clay with the hands

Ex: The sculptor used various hand movements to knead and shape the clay into a detailed sculpture .
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to associate or spend time with someone, typically implying companionship or partnership

Ex: They have consorted with various experts to develop a comprehensive strategy for environmental conservation .
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to strut
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to walk in a proud or self-assured manner, with the body held upright and the chest puffed out

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to act in an improper or unacceptable way

Ex: He was grounded for a week after his parents found out he had misbehaved at school .
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to cant
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(of a boat or ship) to tilt or lean to one side,

Ex: To catch the optimal wind for sailing , the yacht canted gracefully .
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to adduce
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to cite as evidence or proof in support of an argument or claim

Ex: He has adduced numerous examples from literature to illustrate his point in the essay .
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to elapse
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(of time) to pass by

Ex: The days elapsed slowly during the long winter months .
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to change the shape or condition of something in a way that is no longer clear or natural

Ex: The extreme heat distorted the plastic containers , causing them to warp and lose their original shape .
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to return to a previously experienced undesirable behavior after a period of improvement

Ex: They have relapsed into procrastination after a brief period of productivity .
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to gambol
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to playfully skip, leap, or frolic in a lively and energetic manner

Ex: They have gambolled through the forest all afternoon , reveling in the freedom of the outdoors .
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to officially state the punishment of someone found guilty in a court of law

Ex: After the trial , the judge carefully sentenced the convicted murderer .
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to cosset
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to treat someone with an excessive amount of care and indulgence

Ex: The manager cosseted the new employee with extra support and guidance .
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to better or increase someone or something's quality, strength, value, etc.

Ex: Educational programs aim to enhance students ' knowledge and learning experiences .
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to balk
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to be reluctant to do something or allow it to happen, particularly because it is dangerous, difficult, or unpleasant

Ex: Despite their enthusiasm , the team balked when faced with the project 's tight deadlines .
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to cavort
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to prance or frolic around in a lively and playful manner

Ex: They have cavorted through the fields all day , enjoying the freedom of the countryside .
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to chafe
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(of a body part) to become sore or irritated due to being rubbed against something

Ex: The tight shoes caused her heels to chafe, leading to blisters after just a few hours of walking .
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