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N W/P D/W
1. merchandise goods that are bought and sold:
noun [ U ] formal Shoppers complained about poor quality merchandise and high prices.
UK/ˈmɜː.tʃən.daɪz/ UK Japan exported $117 billion in merchandise to the US in 1999.
/ˈmɜː.tʃən.daɪs/
US/ˈmɝː.tʃən.daɪz/ US
/ˈmɝː.tʃən.daɪs/
2. enterprise C1 [ C or U ] an organization, especially a business, or
noun a difficult and important plan,
UK /ˈen.tə.praɪz/ US especially one that will earn money:
/ˈen.t̬ɚ.praɪz/ commercial enterprise Don't forget this is a commercial enterprise - we're here to
enterprise noun (BUSINESS) make money.
private enterprise Those were the years of private enterprise (= businesses being
run privately, rather than by the government),
when lots of small businesses were started.
Her latest enterprise (= plan) is to climb Mount Everest.
3. obtain B2 [ T ] to get something, especially by asking for it, buying it, working for it,
verb formal or producing it from something else:
UK /əbˈteɪn/ US /əbˈteɪn/ to obtain permission
obtain verb (GET) First editions of these books are now almost impossible to obtain.
In the second experiment they obtained a very clear result.
Sugar is obtained by crushing and processing sugar cane.
Synonyms acquire get (OBTAIN) get hold of informal
4. stationary not moving, or not changing:
adjective a stationary car/train
UK /ˈsteɪ.ʃən.ər.i/ US The traffic got slower and slower until it was stationary.
/ˈsteɪ.ʃə.ner.i/ The rate of inflation has been stationary for several months.
5. integral C1 necessary and important as a part of a whole:
adjective integral part He's an integral part of the team and we can't do without him.
UK /ˈɪn.tɪ.ɡrəl/ US integral to Bars and terrace cafés are integral to the social life of the city.
/ˈɪn.t̬ə.ɡrəl/
6. inventory [ C ] a detailed list of all the things in a place:
noun A set of 24 gilded chairs appear on the inventory of the house for 1736.
UK /ˈɪn.vən.tər.i/ US Over 150 items have been noted in the inventory.
/ˈɪn.vən.tɔːr.i/ We made an inventory of damaged stock.
[ C or U ] the act of counting of all the goods, materials, etc. kept in a place such as
a shop:
Researchers at the library discovered the poems while carrying out an inventory
of documents.
A full inventory is conducted every time there is a change of personnel.
Occasionally they close the shop to do inventory.
[ C or U ] mainly US the amount of goods a shop has, or the value of them:
Our inventory of used cars is the best in town.
We could carry less inventory to prevent food from going bad or being wasted.
Large book retailers were reducing inventories and focusing on the top five titles.

7. on hand C2 near to someone or something, and ready to help or be used if necessary:

 idiom (UK also to hand) A 1,200-strong military force will be on hand to monitor
the ceasefire.
For those of you who don't have an atlas to hand, Newcastle is a city in
the northeast of England.
8. impose C1 [ T ] to officially force a rule, tax, punishment, etc.
verb to be obeyed or received:
UK /ɪmˈpəʊz/ US /ɪmˈpoʊz/ be imposed on Very high taxes have recently been imposed on cigarettes.
impose verb (FORCE) Judges are imposing increasingly heavy fines for minor driving
offences.
impose something on something The council has imposed a ban on alcohol in
the city parks.
C1 [ T ] to force someone to accept something, especially a belief
or way of living:
impose something on someone I don't want them to
impose their religious beliefs on my children.
We must impose some kind of order on the way this office is run.
9. prompt to make something happen:
verb [ T ] The bishop's speech has prompted an angry response from both political parties.
UK /prɒmpt/ US /prɑːmpt/ Recent worries over the president's health have prompted speculation over
prompt verb [T] (CAUSE) his political future.
prompt someone to do something
C2 to make someone decide to say or do something:
What prompted you to say that?
B2 (of an action) done quickly and without delay, or (of
a person) acting quickly or arriving at the arranged time:
They've written back already - that was a very prompt reply.
They're usually fairly prompt in dealing with enquiries.
Try to be prompt because we'll be very short of time.
10. rectify C1 formal to correct something or make something right:
verb [ T ] I am determined to take whatever action is necessary to rectify the situation.
UK /ˈrek.tɪ.faɪ/ US Every effort is made to rectify any errors/mistakes before the book is printed.
/ˈrek.tə.faɪ/ rectify verb [T]
(CORRECT)
In the bustling city of Metropolis, a rectifying force was at work. The corrupt officials had long sought to impose their
twisted ideologies upon the citizens, using fear and intimidation to maintain their grip on power. But a hero had arisen, one
who would not stand idly by while injustice prevailed.

With her unwavering spirit and keen intellect, she set out to impose a new order – one built on the foundations of truth and
justice. Her first task was to take stock of the situation, conducting a thorough inventory of the city's ills and the resources at
her disposal.

It became clear that the path to victory would not be an easy one. The system was rotten to its core, and the officials held a
tight grip on the levers of power. But she knew that this battle was integral to the well-being of the people, and she would
stop at nothing to obtain the victory they deserved.

Her allies rallied around her, a diverse group united by a common cause. From the shadows, they struck at the heart of the
corruption, exposing the officials' misdeeds and rallying the people to their side. With each victory, their momentum grew,
and the officials' grip on power began to slip.

In a final, daring strike, they infiltrated the heart of the enemy's enterprise, facing down the corrupt leaders and their hired
merchandise. The battle was fierce, but in the end, their unwavering determination and the merit of their cause prevailed.

As the dust settled, the people of Metropolis looked upon their new leaders with hope and gratitude. The old regime had
fallen, and a new era of justice and prosperity had dawned. And though the road ahead was long, the hero knew that with
the people at her side, no challenge was too great to overcome.

The Chronicles of Lexiconia: A Tale of Enterprise and Redemption

In the heart of Lexiconia, where the streets teemed with the hustle and bustle of daily life, there stood a once-thriving
marketplace known as the Bazaar of Dreams. But as time passed and fortunes waned, the bazaar fell into disrepair, its stalls
empty and its spirit broken.

Enterprising souls like Ezra, a merchant with a heart as vast as the ocean, refused to let the bazaar fade into obscurity. With
a determination as strong as tempered steel, he set out to rectify the situation, breathing new life into the crumbling
marketplace.

But revitalizing the bazaar was no easy feat. Ezra faced numerous challenges, from imposing regulations and bureaucratic
red tape to the daunting task of attracting vendors and customers back to the once-thriving marketplace.

Undeterred by the obstacles before him, Ezra imposed upon himself the task of overseeing every aspect of the bazaar's
revival. With an imposing presence and a vision as integral as the foundation upon which the bazaar stood, he rallied a team
of dedicated artisans and craftsmen to his cause.

Together, they painstakingly cataloged every item in the bazaar's inventory, from dusty trinkets to rare treasures hidden in
the shadows. Each piece was an integral part of the bazaar's identity, a testament to its storied past and the promise of its
future.

As word spread of the bazaar's impending revival, merchants from far and wide came to pay homage to Ezra's vision. They
brought with them an inventory of goods from distant lands, each item a testament to the rich tapestry of cultures that
defined the marketplace.
With each passing day, the bazaar flourished under Ezra's guidance, its stalls once again filled with the vibrant sights and
sounds of commerce. Visitors marveled at the merchandise on display, from exotic spices to finely crafted wares that spoke
of a bygone era.

But perhaps the greatest merit of Ezra's efforts lay not in the tangible fruits of his labor, but in the sense of community and
camaraderie that blossomed within the bazaar's walls. Here, merchants and customers alike came together as one, bound
by a shared love for the marketplace and the promise of what it represented.

And so, the Bazaar of Dreams was reborn, a shining beacon of hope and renewal in the heart of Lexiconia. Thanks to Ezra's
unwavering determination and the collective efforts of all who called the bazaar home, the marketplace once again stood as
a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of enterprise to transform lives.

In the bustling city of Innovatia, there was a renowned enterprise known as “TechFront,” which specialized in the latest
technological merchandise. The CEO, Elena, had an integral role in the company’s success, ensuring that every product
released was of the highest merit.

One day, an issue arose with their latest gadget, the SmartHelper. Customers reported a malfunction that needed to be
rectified immediately. Elena called an urgent meeting with her team, who were always on hand to tackle any challenge.

“Team, we have an urgent task to rectify the situation,” Elena began. “Our inventory shows that we have thousands of these
units across the globe. We must impose a recall to ensure our customers’ safety and satisfaction.”

The team sprang into action, stationary at their desks but mentally racing to obtain a solution. They worked tirelessly,
updating the software remotely when possible, and organizing returns for those units that needed physical repairs.

As the days passed, the team managed to impose the necessary updates and corrections, ensuring that every SmartHelper
was functioning perfectly. The inventory was updated, and a detailed report was prepared to prevent future issues.

Elena was proud of her team’s efforts. TechFront had not only managed to rectify the issue but also strengthened their
reputation for being responsive and responsible. The SmartHelper became a stationary fixture in homes around the world, a
testament to the company’s commitment to quality and service.

In the end, TechFront’s ability to obtain trust from their customers proved to be their greatest success, as they continued to
innovate and lead in the world of technological enterprise.