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England
England
[noun]

the largest country in the United Kingdom, located in Western Europe

Ex: London , the capital city of England, is a bustling metropolis with iconic landmarks such as Big Ben and Buckingham Palace .
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prize
prize
[noun]

anything that is given as a reward to someone who has done very good work or to the winner of a contest, game of chance, etc.

Ex: The spelling bee champion proudly held up the winner 's medal as his prize.
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to become
to become
[Verb]

to start or grow to be

Ex: The noise became unbearable during construction .
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play
play
[noun]

a written story that is meant to be performed on a stage, radio, or television

Ex: Her award-winning play received rave reviews from both critics and audiences .
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poem
poem
[noun]

a written piece with particularly arranged words in a way that, usually rhyme, conveys a lot of emotion and style

Ex: Her poem, rich with metaphors and rhythm , captured the essence of nature .
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to write
to write
[Verb]

to produce or compose a piece of literary work or a text to be published or reproduced

Ex: She 's proud to have written a touching poem for her best friend .
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funny
funny
[Adjective]

able to make people laugh

Ex: The cartoon was so funny that I could n't stop laughing .
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to [make] fun of {sb/sth}

to ridicule someone or something in a teasing or humorous manner

Ex: She felt hurt when her coworkers made fun of her ideas.
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whose
whose
[determiner]

used to show that the thing mentioned belongs to a particular person or thing

Ex: She 's a teacher whose passion for education is inspiring .
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picture
picture
[noun]

a drawing or painting, etc. of someone or something

Ex: The picture on the restaurant wall shows a stunning view of the city .
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playful
playful
[Adjective]

cheerful and full of fun, enjoying activities that are light-hearted and amusing

Ex: Even in stressful situations , she maintains a playful attitude , finding joy in the little moments .
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personality

all the qualities that shape a person's character and make them different from others

Ex: People have different personalities, yet we all share the same basic needs and desires .
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to enjoy
to enjoy
[Verb]

to take pleasure or find happiness in something or someone

Ex: Despite the rain , they enjoyed the outdoor concert .
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interesting
interesting
[Adjective]

catching and keeping our attention because of being unusual, exciting, etc.

Ex: The teacher made the lesson interesting by including interactive activities .
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style
style
[noun]

a specific way of writing, designing, painting, etc. that is typical of a certain era, person, movement, place, etc.

Ex: The Bauhaus style of design is known for its minimalist aesthetic and focus on functionality .
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challenge
challenge
[noun]

a difficult and new task that puts one's skill, ability, and determination to the test

Ex: The puzzle provided a fun challenge for everyone at the party .
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jail
jail
[noun]

a place where criminals are put into by law as a form of punishment for their crimes

Ex: After his conviction , he was transferred from the county jail to a state prison .
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law
law
[noun]

a country's rules that all of its citizens are required to obey

Ex: It 's important to know your rights under the law.
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to allow
to allow
[Verb]

to let someone or something do a particular thing

Ex: The rules do not allow smoking in this area .
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relationship

a passionate and romantic connection between two people

Ex: Their relationship is characterized by affection , intimacy , and shared dreams for the future .
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to shock
to shock
[Verb]

to surprise or upset someone greatly

Ex: The abrupt ending of the movie shocked the audience , leaving them speechless in the theater .
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France
France
[noun]

a country in Europe known for its famous landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower

Ex: The French Revolution had a significant impact on shaping modern France.
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healthy
healthy
[Adjective]

(of a person) not having physical or mental problems

Ex: The teacher is glad to see all the students are healthy after the winter break .
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to die
to die
[Verb]

to no longer be alive

Ex: The soldier sacrificed his life , willing to die for the safety of his comrades .
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paris
paris
[noun]

the capital and largest city of France; and international center of culture and commerce

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bad
bad
[Adjective]

capable of harming

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ear
ear
[noun]

each of the two body parts that we use for hearing

Ex: The mother gently cleaned her baby 's ears with a cotton swab .
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infection
infection
[noun]

a condition in which harmful germs, such as bacteria or viruses, invade the body and cause harm, leading to symptoms such as fever, pain, and swelling

Ex: The cut on her finger became infected , leading to a painful infection.
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to treat
to treat
[Verb]

to provide medical care such as medicine or therapy to heal injuries, illnesses, or wounds and make someone better

Ex: Dermatologists may recommend creams or ointments to treat skin conditions .
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carnation
carnation
[noun]

a type of Dianthus often bright-colored and used for formal occasions

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stylish
stylish
[Adjective]

appealing in a way that is fashionable and elegant

Ex: The new restaurant in town has a stylish interior design , with chic decor and comfortable seating .
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famous
famous
[Adjective]

known by a lot of people

Ex: She became famous overnight after her viral video gained millions of views .
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writer
writer
[noun]

someone whose job involves writing articles, books, stories, etc.

Ex: The writer signed books for her fans at the event .
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Ireland
Ireland
[noun]

a country in North Western Europe, in the southern part of the island of Ireland

Ex: The official languages of Ireland are Irish and English .
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to study
to study
[Verb]

to engage in formal learning or education at a school, college, or university

Ex: He decided to study at the university to become a lawyer .
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LGBTQ
LGBTQ
[Adjective]

lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer or questioning

Ex: Education about LGBTQ issues in schools fosters a more inclusive environment and helps combat bullying and prejudice.
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