Face2Face Advanced "Unit 10 - 10A" Vocabulary

far-flung

Adjective

/fˈɑːɹflˈʌŋ/

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located at a considerable distance from a central point

desolate isolated lonely obscure

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The far-flung islands of the Pacific Ocean are known for their pristine beauty.

The photographer captured images of wildlife in far-flung habitats around the world.

to pension off

Verb

/pˈɛnʃən ˈɔf/

to force one's employee to retire or leave work and give them a payment

desolate isolated lonely obscure

to besiege

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to surround a place, typically with armed forces, in order to force those inside to give up or surrender

desolate isolated lonely obscure

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to smuggle

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to move goods or people illegally and secretly into or out of a country

desolate isolated lonely obscure

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transitive

ingenious

Adjective

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(of an idea, object, etc.) unique and working very well which has resulted from creativity and clever thinking

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prized

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considered highly valuable or esteemed

desolate isolated lonely obscure

medal

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a flat piece of metal, typically of the size and shape of a large coin, given to the winner of a competition or to someone who has done an act of bravery in war, etc.

desolate isolated lonely obscure

What is a "medal"?

A medal is a small, typically round or shaped piece of metal awarded to individuals in recognition of achievement or excellence in a particular event or competition. Medals are often awarded in sports, academics, or military service, with different types such as gold, silver, and bronze to represent first, second, and third place, respectively. They serve as symbols of honor, accomplishment, and recognition. Medals are usually worn around the neck on a ribbon or displayed as a keepsake to remember the achievement.

to recruit

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to find people to join the armed forces

desolate isolated lonely obscure

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account

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a detailed record or narrative description of events that have occurred

desolate isolated lonely obscure

to demolish

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to completely destroy or to knock down a building or another structure

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to ebb away

Verb

/ˈɛb ɐwˈeɪ/

to gradually decline, weaken, or diminish over time, often like the receding tide

desolate isolated lonely obscure

tide

scrupulously

Adverb

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with great attention to details

desolate isolated lonely obscure

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