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ACT Exam Literacy - Resources and Food

Here you will learn some English words related to resources and food, such as "crave", "pastry", "scavenge", etc. that will help you ace your ACTs.

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Essential Vocabulary for ACT
quota
quota
[noun]

(economics) an amount or share that each individual is entitled to receive

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consumption

the act of using up something, such as resources, energy, or materials

Ex: The rapid consumption of fuel raised concerns about sustainability. 
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replenishment

the process of refilling or restoring something to its original level or condition

Ex: The replenishment of the pantry was necessary after the long winter months. 
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availability

the state of being able to be used, obtained, or accessed

Ex: The availability of fresh produce in the market depends on the season. 
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alms
alms
[noun]

money, food, or other donations given to the poor or needy as an act of charity

Ex: The kind-hearted woman regularly gave alms to the homeless in her neighborhood. 
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resource
resource
[noun]

(usually plural) means such as equipment, money, manpower, etc. that a person or organization can benefit from

Ex: The company invested in state-of-the-art technology to enhance its resources for innovation. 
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provisions

supplies of food, drink, or other necessities prepared or provided for a journey, event, or emergency

Ex: They packed enough provisions to last them for the entire camping trip. 
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allowance
allowance
[noun]

an amount of something that is permitted

Ex: Children receive a weekly allowance to learn the value of money and budgeting. 
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deprivation

the action of denying someone access to essential needs like food, money, or legal rights

Ex: The relief organization delivered provisions to the disaster-stricken area to help the affected families. 
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famine
famine
[noun]

a situation where there is not enough food that causes hunger and death

Ex: Many children were orphaned as a result of the famine. 
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starvation

a situation where a person or animal dies or greatly suffers from having no food for a long time

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parcel
parcel
[noun]

a portion or piece of something that has been divided or given out, especially from a larger amount

Ex: Each student received a parcel of land for the science project. 
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to forage
to forage
[Verb]

to search for and collect food, typically in natural surroundings such as forests or fields

Ex: The bears foraged for berries in the forest, using their keen sense of smell to locate ripe fruit. 
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to scavenge

to search for and consume decaying or dead organic matter as a source of food, often done by animals

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to deplete

to use up or diminish the quantity or supply of a resource, material, or substance

Ex: Continuous deforestation can deplete the natural habitat for many species. 
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to squander

to waste or misuse something valuable, such as money, time, or opportunities

Ex: Instead of investing wisely, he chose to squander his inheritance on extravagant vacations. 
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to expend
to expend
[Verb]

to consume or spend resources, energy, or time for a specific purpose

Ex: The company had to expend a significant amount of money to launch the new product. 
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to allot
to allot
[Verb]

to give or distribute a particular thing such as time, money, etc.

Ex: The manager decided to allot extra time for the team to complete the project successfully. 
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to allocate

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

Ex: The manager decided to allocate more budget to marketing for increased brand visibility. 
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inexhaustible
inexhaustible
[Adjective]

(of a supply of something) limitless and incapable of running out

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thrifty
thrifty
[Adjective]

(of a person) careful with money and resources, avoiding unnecessary spending

Ex: She is a thrifty shopper, always finding the best deals. 
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cost-effective
cost-effective
[Adjective]

producing good results without costing too much

Ex: Investing in energy-efficient appliances proved to be cost-effective in the long run, saving money on electricity bills. 
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convenient
convenient
[Adjective]

favorable or well-suited for a specific purpose or situation

Ex: The meeting time was convenient for everyone involved. 
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reusable
reusable
[Adjective]

able to be used again multiple times

Ex: Reusable shopping bags are an eco-friendly alternative to disposable plastic bags. 
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nonrenewable
nonrenewable
[Adjective]

(of a natural resource or source of energy) existing in limited amounts and not replaceable after being used

Ex: Oil is a nonrenewable resource that will eventually run out if we continue to use it at the current rate. 
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supplemental
supplemental
[Adjective]

additional food intended to enhance or complete a diet, often used to address nutritional deficiencies

Ex: The doctor recommended a supplemental vitamin D food to help with his bone health. 
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pastry
pastry
[noun]

a baked good made from dough or batter, often sweetened or filled with ingredients like fruit, nuts, or chocolate

Ex: She enjoyed a flaky pastry filled with apple cinnamon for breakfast. 
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dumpling
dumpling
[noun]

a dish consisting of small balls of dough that can be baked, fried, or boiled, served with meat

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broth
broth
[noun]

a flavorful liquid made by simmering meat, fish, or vegetables in water

Ex: He sipped the steaming chicken broth, feeling its comforting warmth soothe his sore throat. 
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gruel
gruel
[noun]

a thin, watery porridge made by boiling ground grain or meal in water or milk

Ex: The prisoners were given a bowl of gruel for their daily meal. 
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kernel
kernel
[noun]

the inner part of a seed, nut, or fruit pit that is often edible

Ex: He bit into the peach and carefully removed the kernel from the pit. 
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fudge
fudge
[noun]

a creamy brown sweet made with milk, sugar, and butter

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liquor
liquor
[noun]

any kind of alcoholic drink made through the process of heating and cooling, such as whiskey, vodka, rum, gin, and tequila

Ex: The liquor store had a wide selection of spirits, including vodka, rum, and tequila. 
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minestrone

a type of soup that contains pasta and vegetables, originated in Italy

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veal
veal
[noun]

meat of a young cow

Ex: He cooked veal chops to perfection on the barbecue, seasoning them with herbs and spices for a mouthwatering grilled dish. 
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leavening
leavening
[noun]

a substance typically used in dough to make it rise by producing gas bubbles, resulting in a lighter and softer texture

Ex: The baker added yeast as a leavening to the dough to make it rise. 
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brisket
brisket
[noun]

meat cut from the chest of an animal, especially a cow

Ex: I tried my hand at making homemade corned beef brisket. 
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puree
puree
[noun]

a type of food in the form of a smooth cream made by crushing fruit and mixing with cooked vegetables

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batter
batter
[noun]

a mixture consisting of flour, milk, and eggs, used for making pancakes, or for covering food before frying

Ex: I dipped the fish fillets in a light and crispy batter before frying them. 
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ingredient

a food item that forms part of a recipe or culinary mixture

Ex: Flour is the main ingredient in bread. 
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entree
entree
[noun]

the main segment of a meal

Ex: For my entree, I chose the grilled salmon with a side of asparagus and roasted potatoes. 
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staple
staple
[noun]

an essential item that is regularly used or needed

Ex: Rice is a staple in many Asian diets. 
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catering
catering
[noun]

the business of providing food, beverages, and other related services for events or occasions

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cuisine
cuisine
[noun]

a method or style of cooking that is specific to a country or region

Ex: They sampled a variety of Asian cuisine, including sushi, dim sum, and curry. 
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to crave
to crave
[Verb]

to strongly desire or seek something

Ex: As the concert date approached, fans craved the chance to see their favorite band live. 
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to gorge
to gorge
[Verb]

to eat greedily and in large quantities

Ex: After fasting all day, she decided to gorge on a hearty meal at the buffet, savoring each dish. 
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to devour
to devour
[Verb]

to eat something eagerly and in large quantities, often implying intense hunger or enjoyment

Ex: The aroma of freshly baked cookies made it irresistible, and the kids eagerly devoured the entire batch. 
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to gobble
to gobble
[Verb]

to eat something quickly and greedily, often making loud and rapid swallowing sounds

Ex: The children tend to gobble their candy as soon as they get it on Halloween. 
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to masticate

to chew food by biting and grinding it with the teeth

Ex: It's important to thoroughly masticate your food for better digestion. 
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to chomp
to chomp
[Verb]

to chew or bite down on something with a strong, audible, and repeated motion

Ex: The hungry toddler couldn't wait to chomp the crunchy apple, revealing a toothy grin with each bite. 
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culinary
culinary
[Adjective]

having to do with the preparation, cooking, or presentation of food

Ex: She enrolled in a culinary school to learn professional cooking techniques. 
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ravenous
ravenous
[Adjective]

experiencing extreme hunger

Ex: The smell of freshly baked cookies made the children ravenous, and they quickly gathered around the kitchen. 
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