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Để hỗ trợ thêm các em, đội ngũ chuyên môn của Ielts I-Ready đã biên soạn tài liệu "Bộ từ vựng
Reading" bao gồm tổng cộng 2880 từ chia theo 3 cấp độ được tổng hợp từ các quyển Cam 10 –
17.
Hy vọng cuốn tài liệu sẽ giúp chúng ta học từ vựng được dễ dàng và hiệu quả hơn.
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MỤC LỤC
CAMBRIDGE 10 ............................................................................................................................. 7
Reading test 1 ....................................................................................................................... 7
PASSAGE 1 ............................................................................................................................. 7
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PASSAGE 3 ........................................................................................................................... 13
Reading test 2 ..................................................................................................................... 17
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PASSAGE 2 ........................................................................................................................... 20
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Reading test 3 ..................................................................................................................... 27
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Reading test 4 ..................................................................................................................... 37
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PASSAGE 3 ........................................................................................................................... 44
CAMBRIDGE 11 ........................................................................................................................... 49
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PASSAGE 3 ........................................................................................................................... 75
Reading test 4 ..................................................................................................................... 77
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Reading test 3 ..................................................................................................................... 96
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Reading test 4 ................................................................................................................... 102
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Reading test 4 ................................................................................................................... 138
PASSAGE 1 ......................................................................................................................... 138
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Reading test 2 ................................................................................................................... 224
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Reading test 3 ................................................................................................................... 277
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Reading test 4 ................................................................................................................... 289
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CAMBRIDGE 10
Reading test 1
PASSAGE 1
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The former president attended the
Former Ngày trước ceremony as a guest of honor.
Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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wells for its water supply.
Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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She liked to embellish her stories with
colorful details to make them more
Embellish Trang trí entertaining.
PASSAGE 2
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
Fleet Đội tàu, đội xe The shipping company has a fleet of trucks
and cargo ships to transport goods
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worldwide.
Sự lắp ráp, hội đồng The workers are responsible for the
assembly of various parts to build the final
Assembly product.
Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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Lao động The construction of the new building
required a large labor force to complete
Labour the project on time.
Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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generations.
PASSAGE 3
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
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Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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Due to unforeseen circumstances, the
Circumstances Tình huống project deadline had to be extended.
Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The antique vase was very delicate and
Delicate Tinh tế needed careful handling.
Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The doctor gave a recommendation to
Recommendation Đề xuất take vitamins for better overall health.
Reading test 2
PASSAGE 1
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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findings.
Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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She looked at the beautiful painting with
admiration, appreciating the artist's
Admiration Sự ngưỡng mộ talent.
Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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With the advent of smartphones, we have
become more technologically connected
Technologically Công nghệ than ever before.
PASSAGE 2
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
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Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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expertise in marketing strategies.
PASSAGE 3
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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creating beautiful pieces.
Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The conference followed traditional
conventions of keynote speeches and
Conventions Quy ước panel discussions.
Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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museum's main hall.
Reading test 3
PASSAGE 1
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The view from the mountain top was
Great Lớn breathtakingly great.
Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The Industrial Revolution brought
Cách mạng công significant changes to manufacturing
Industrial Revolution nghiệp processes.
Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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Tầm quan trọng xã The developed nations are often referred
Industrialised Countries hội to as industrialised countries.
PASSAGE 2
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The captivating beauty of the sunset left
Captivating Hấp dẫn everyone in awe.
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Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The fireworks display was a vivid
Vivid Sống động spectacle of lights and colors.
PASSAGE 3
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The archaeological discovery provided
Archaeological Khảo cổ học valuable insights into the past.
Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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These small islands are considered
outliers as they are far from the main
Outliers Những cái ngoại lệ archipelago.
Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The annual migration of wildebeests in
Migration Di cư Africa is a breathtaking spectacle.
Reading test 4
PASSAGE 1
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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homes.
Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The megafires engulfed vast areas of
forest, posing a significant challenge to
Megafires Đám cháy lớn firefighters.
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Fire prevention measures, such as
clearing dry vegetation, can help reduce
Prevention Phòng ngừa the risk of wildfires.
Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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he efficient coordination of resources
Efficiency Hiệu suất helped control the fire's spread.
PASSAGE 2
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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Climbing the highest mountain was a
challenging adventure he eagerly took
Challenging Thách thức on.
Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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Despite the challenges, she remained an
optimist and believed in a positive
Optimist Người lạc quan outcome.
Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The psychologist provided counseling to
help people deal with their emotional
Psychological Tâm lý struggles.
PASSAGE 3
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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selection.
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evidence has since strongly supported it.
Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The caterpillar undergoes a
metamorphosis and transforms into a
Metamorphose Đổi hình dạng butterfly.
Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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centuries.
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CAMBRIDGE 11
Reading test 1
PASSAGE 1
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The fertile farmland yields a bountiful
Crops Cây trồng harvest of wheat, corn, and rice.
Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The city council is considering a renewal
Renewal Tái tạo plan to revitalize the downtown area.
Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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interface that makes it easy to navigate.
PASSAGE 2
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The hiker carefully stepped over the rocky
Stepped Đã bước terrain to reach the summit.
Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The team assembled the furniture following
Assembled Đã lắp ráp the instructions provided.
Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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50,000 spectators.
PASSAGE 3
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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discovered in the remote desert.
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Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
Điều chỉnh tuyến Due to the road closure, the GPS suggested
Rerouting đường rerouting to reach the destination.
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Reading test 2
PASSAGE 1
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The potter used clay to shape a beautiful
Clay Đất sét vase on the pottery wheel.
Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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handling to avoid breakage.
Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The architect designed a unique and
Structure Cấu trúc modern structure for the building.
PASSAGE 2
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The intricate patterns were carved on the
Carved Được chạm khắc wooden door.
Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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war.
Infertile Không màu mỡ The barren land was infertile for farming.
Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The ancient species became extinct millions
Extinct Tuyệt chủng of years ago.
PASSAGE 3
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The abstract painting left the viewers
puzzled, as its meaning remained
Ambiguous Mơ hồ ambiguous.
Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
Intricacy Tinh vi, phức tạp The artist's painting mesmerized the
audience with the intricacy of its
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brushwork and color blending.
Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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Neuroaesthetics is an interdisciplinary field
that explores how the brain processes and
Neuroaesthetics Thẩm mỹ thần kinh responds to art.
Appreciation Đánh giá, trân trọng The art exhibition received widespread
appreciation from both critics and the
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public.
Reading test 3
PASSAGE 1
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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from various regions.
Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The new technology facilitated
Được tạo điều kiện, hỗ communication and made the process more
Facilitated trợ efficient.
Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The Byzantine Empire was known for its
rich history and cultural influence in the
Byzantine Empire Đế quốc Byzantine medieval world.
PASSAGE 2
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The swift movement of the cheetah allows it
Movement Chuyển động to chase down its prey.
Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The arrival of spring brings a burst of colors
Seasonal Mùa as seasonal flowers bloom.
Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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PASSAGE 3
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
Từ vựng cấp độ C1
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Many students aspire to pursue successful
Careers Sự nghiệp careers in science.
Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The situation became more complicated as it
Complicated Phức tạp unfolded.
Reading test 4
PASSAGE 1
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
Y học sinh The biomedical field focuses on the intersection of biology and
Biomedical học medicine.
Twins Song sinh The identical twins have a striking resemblance to each other.
Genes Gen Our genes determine various physical traits and characteristics.
Genetic Di truyền The genetic mutation was responsible for the rare disorder.
Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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The doctor diagnosed the patient's ailment and
Ailment Bệnh tật prescribed appropriate treatment.
Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
Phòng thí
Laboratories nghiệm The research was carried out in state-of-the-art laboratories.
Heritability Tính di truyền The heritability of certain traits varies among individuals.
Elemental Căn bản The fundamental principles of the theory were well explained.
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Nhà di truyền
Geneticist học The geneticist specializes in studying inherited diseases.
Reflective Phản ánh The reflective surface of the mirror produced a clear image.
PASSAGE 2
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
The sound of thunder and rain in the movie added to the eerie
Sound Âm thanh atmosphere.
Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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Đặc The characterization of Hamlet in Shakespeare's play is
Characterization trưng complex and multi-dimensional.
Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
Chân The realism in the historical drama "Schindler's List" depicted the
Realism thực horrors of the Holocaust with poignant accuracy.
Bầu
không The eerie atmosphere of the haunted house movie sent shivers
Atmosphere khí down the viewers' spines.
As the dark clouds gathered on the horizon and the wind howled
through the empty streets, the eerie silence gave the deserted town
Ominous Điềm gở an ominous feeling, hinting at an impending storm.
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Âm The volume of the explosions in the action-packed sequence was
Volume lượng so intense that it shook the theater.
The suspenseful plot twist in the mystery movie kept the audience
Suspense Hồi hộp guessing until the very end.
PASSAGE 3
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
Trước Foremost in his mind was the safety of his family during the
Foremost hết storm.
Disclose Tiết lộ The company refused to disclose its financial details to the public.
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Xâm The detective managed to penetrate the criminal organization's
Penetrate nhập inner circle to gather evidence.
Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
Sản phẩm thủ The intricate handiwork of the artisan transformed raw
Handiwork công materials into a beautiful sculpture.
Express Diễn đạt She used art to express her deepest emotions and thoughts.
Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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Her outlandish fashion choices always turned heads and
Outlandish Lạ lùng sparked curiosity.
Breath- Hấp dẫn đến The breathtaking view from the mountaintop was truly breath-
breaking ngừng thở breaking in its beauty.
Cân chỉnh tỉ The precision and attention to detail in the project's planning
Fine-tuned mỉ were fine-tuned to ensure success.
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CAMBRIDGE 12
Reading test 1
PASSAGE 1
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
Đáng chú
Remarkable ý The progress made in this project is truly remarkable.
Tough Khó khăn The team faced tough challenges, but they never gave up.
Elastic Đàn hồi The rubber band is elastic, stretching easily when pulled.
Fire- Chống
resistant cháy The fire-resistant coating protected the building from the flames.
Suitable Phù hợp This tool is suitable for the task at hand.
Cách The thick walls provide excellent insulating properties, keeping the
Insulating nhiệt house warm in winter.
Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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Scientists are working on replicating the experiment to
Replicating Sao chép confirm the results.
Phát triển
Thrive mạnh mẽ The business thrived despite the economic downturn.
Phát triển The garden flourished with colorful flowers and healthy
Flourish mạnh mẽ plants.
Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
Địa Trung The Mediterranean climate offers mild winters and hot
Mediterranean Hải summers.
Sarcophagi Quan tài đá The ancient tombs contained beautifully carved sarcophagi.
Vùng The Alentejo region in Portugal is known for its vast cork
Alentejo Alentejo oak forests.
Monopoly Độc quyền The company held a monopoly on the market for years.
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Đa dạng sinh The rainforest is known for its rich biodiversity, housing
Biodiversity học numerous plant and animal species.
PASSAGE 2
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
Tuan has been collecting vintage coins from different countries for
Collecting Thu thập over a decade.
Quan In ancient cultures, people had different notions about the afterlife
Notions điểm and existence.
Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
Over the years, she has been amassing a vast collection of rare
Amassing Tập trung books from different eras.
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The new computer program is instrumental in streamlining the
Instrumental Công cụ company's administrative tasks.
Động cơ máy The old steam locomotive chugged along the scenic
Locomotive kéo countryside, carrying excited passengers.
Her insecurity about her abilities often holds her back from
Insecurity Bất an pursuing new opportunities.
Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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Despite the cheaper price, the inferior quality of the
Inferior Kém hơn product disappointed the customers.
PASSAGE 3
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
"Learn, grow, and inspire" is the motto that drives the students at
Motto Khẩu hiệu our school.
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Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
Được viết The laws and regulations have been codified to ensure
Codified thành luật consistency and legal compliance.
Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
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Starting her own business was a risky endeavor, but she was
Endeavor Nỗ lực determined to succeed.
His noble actions during the crisis earned him respect and
Noble Quý tộc admiration from others.
Reading test 2
PASSAGE 1
Từ vựng cấp độ B2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
Thực
Food phẩm I cooked delicious food for the family dinner.
Day Ngày Every day, I take a short walk in the park to clear my mind.
Right Quyền Everyone has the right to freedom of speech and expression.
Political Chính trị The political landscape is constantly changing during election season.
Kinh
Business doanh She runs a successful business that specializes in handmade jewelry.
Time Thời gian Time management is essential for completing tasks efficiently.
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Learning about different cultural traditions enriches our understanding
Cultural Văn hóa of the world.
Từ vựng cấp độ C1
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
When I saw the surprise on her face, I knew she loved the
Face Đối diện birthday present.
Từ vựng cấp độ C2
Từ Nghĩa Ví dụ
Suggested Đề xuất She suggested trying a new restaurant for their date night.
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Mitigate Giảm nhẹ Planting trees can help mitigate the impact of climate change.
Không chắc
Uncertainties chắn The project's success was uncertain due to various factors.
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Amazon A-ma-zôn The Amazon River is the longest river in the world.
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The trail gradually descends to the valley floor, where the
Lower Thấp hơn vegetation is denser.
The expedition ventured deep into the heart of the dense jungle,
Jungle Rừng rậm encountering unique wildlife.
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Bạn đồng He enjoyed the company of his loyal companions during the
Companions hành trip.
Ruins Tàn tích The ancient ruins of the temple attract many tourists.
Prospect Triển vọng She had a positive prospect for her future career.
Vivid Sống động The artist created a vivid painting of the cityscape.
Mausoleum Lăng mộ The mausoleum housed the remains of the late king.
Ceremonial Lễ nghi The wedding ceremony was filled with traditional rituals.
Spellbound Bị quyền hạn The magical performance left the audience spellbound.
Journal Nhật ký She diligently kept a journal to record her daily experiences.
Sự đánh giá His hard work and dedication earned him the appreciation of
Appreciation cao his colleagues.
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Magnificent Tuyệt vời The grand palace displayed magnificent architecture.
Perplexed Lúng túng The complex situation left the negotiators perplexed.
Các công trình tưởng Ancient monuments stand as a testament to the past
Monuments niệm civilizations.
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Disadvantage Bất lợi One disadvantage of the new software is its high memory usage.
Thần kinh The doctor explained the neurological condition affecting the
Neurological học patient's motor skills.
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Hiện The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon that captivates
Phenomenon tượng many travelers.
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Ngôn ngữ
Linguistic học Linguistic research explores how languages evolve and interact.
Conflict Xung đột The conflict between two rival groups led to a heated argument.
Relevant Liên quan The relevant information helped him solve the complex problem.
Perceiving Nhận thức Perceiving the beauty of nature, she felt a sense of tranquility.
Encoding Mã hóa The encoding of data ensures its secure storage and retrieval.
Interference Can thiệp Interference from other devices disrupted the radio signal.
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Abilities Khả năng His artistic abilities allowed him to create beautiful paintings.
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The common symptoms of a cold include coughing and
Symptoms Triệu chứng sneezing.
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Programme Chương trình The government launched a new education program to improve
literacy rates.
Conservationists Nhà bảo tồn The conservationists worked tirelessly to protect the endangered
species.
Endangered Cực kỳ nguy The panda is an endangered species, and efforts are being made to
cấp save it from extinction.
Barren Hoang vu, cằn The desert landscape appeared barren with no signs of life.
cỗi
Adapted Thích nghi The animals have adapted to the harsh climate over generations
Exceeding Vượt quá The athlete's performance was exceptional, exceeding everyone's
expectations.
Exacerbated Làm trầm trọng The lack of rain exacerbated the drought situation in the region.
hơn
Habitat Môi trường The zoo created a natural habitat for the tigers to mimic their
sống wild environment.
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Overpopulation Sự quá tải dân The city faced challenges due to the overpopulation of stray
số animals.
Repatriation Sự hồi hương The embassy assisted in the repatriation of citizens stranded
abroad.
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Archipelago Quần đảo Indonesia is known for its vast archipelago comprising thousands
of islands.
Immobile Không thể di After the accident, he was left immobile and needed a wheelchair
chuyển for mobility.
Predators Thú săn mồi Lions are skilled predators and hunt in packs.
Captive-bred Nuôi nhốt The zoo had a successful captive bred program for endangered
species.
Treacherous Nguy hiểm, nguy Climbing the mountain in bad weather conditions can be
hiểm treacherous.
Logistical Vận chuyển Planning a big event requires careful logistical arrangements.
Ambitious Đầy tham vọng The young entrepreneur had ambitious plans to expand his business
globally.
Payload Tải trọng The rocket's payload included communication satellites and
scientific instruments.
Ancestral Từ tổ tiên The tribal leader shared stories of their ancestral traditions.
Regeneration Tái sinh The forest showed signs of regeneration after the wildfire.
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Inhospitable Không thích hợp để The harsh desert was an inhospitable environment for most
sống living organisms.
Exponentially Một cách lũy tiến With the advent of technology, data storage capacity has
increased exponentially.
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Exploitation Sự khai thác The company was criticized for its exploitation of labor in
developing countries.
Resemble Giống, giống như The sculpture was made to resemble the famous historical
figure.
Distinct Riêng biệt Each species of bird has its distinct song.
Sufficient Đủ Make sure you have sufficient funds to cover your expenses
during the trip.
Unprecedented Chưa từng có The flooding caused unprecedented damage to the city
infrastructure.
Lumbering Đi rất chậm The elephant was lumbering through the forest, breaking
branches in its path.
Symbol Biểu tượng The dove is often seen as a symbol of peace in various cultures.
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Prevalent Phổ biến In some regions malaria is still prevalent despite efforts to control it.
Antibiotics Kháng sinh The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the bacterial infection.
Geographical Địa lý The study aims to explore the geographical distribution of infectious
diseases.
Malaria-prone Vùng mắc The tropical rainforest is a malaria-prone area due to the presence of
sốt rét disease-carrying mosquitoes.
High-altitude Cao độ High-altitude regions often have lower oxygen levels which may
affect respiratory health.
Deserts Sa mạc The Sahara Desert is one of the largest deserts in the world.
Industrialisation Công nghiệp Industrialisation has brought economic growth but also
hóa environmental challenges.
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Expansion Mở rộng The expansion of urban areas can lead to increased pollution levels.
Fresh Tươi The fresh air in the countryside is beneficial for respiratory health.
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Correlation Tương quan The study found a strong correlation between air pollution and
respiratory diseases.
Vulnerable Dễ tổn The elderly and young children are vulnerable to influenza
thương outbreaks.
Industrialization Công nghiệp The rapid industrialization of the region led to environmental
hóa degradation.
Lai Tái xuất hiện There is a lai between healthcare services in urban and rural areas.
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Re- emerging Tái xuất Tuberculosis is re- emerging as a major health concern in
hiện some regions.
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Hybrid Science Khoa học lai Health geography is a hybrid science that combines
geography and health studies.
Global Scales Quy mô toàn COVID 19 spread on a global scale, affecting multiple
cầu countries.
Assess Đánh giá Researchers assess the impact of pollution on public health.
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Abstract Trừu tượng Art can often be abstract, conveying emotions without explicit ideas.
Devoid Trống trải The painting was devoid of any recognizable objects or figures.
Manage Quản lý Despite the challenges, they managed to complete the project on time.
Precise Chính xác The scientist conducted a precise experiment to obtain accurate results.
Neurons Thần kinh Neurons are specialized cells that transmit information in the brain.
Monitored Theo dõi The patient's vital signs were constantly monitored during the surgery
Surprising Ngạc nhiên The sudden rain shower was surprising, as the weather forecast
predicted a sunny day.
Impressive Ấn tượng The painting displayed an impressive blend of colors and textures.
Anticipating Dự đoán The children were eagerly anticipating the arrival of the circus in town.
Unresolved Chưa giải The mystery remained unresolved until the detective discovered the
quyết crucial clue.
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Underpinnings Nền tảng The research aims to uncover the underpinnings of human
motivation and behavior.
Neurons Thần kinh The study investigates the interactions between neurons in the
brain.
Caudate Hạch đuôi The caudate is a brain region associated with learning and
anticipation.
Active Hoạt động The volcano has been dormant for centuries, but it could become
active again.
Anticipatory Trước The audience was in an anticipatory mood before the concert of
their favorite band.
Cluster Cụm The cluster of flowers in the garden attracted butterflies and bees.
Unpredictable Không thể đoán The weather in the mountains can be unpredictable, with sudden
trước changes.
Emotional Xúc động The movie's emotional scenes left the audience in tears.
Principle Nguyên tắc The school follows the principle of promoting a positive learning
environment.
Suspenseful Gây căng thẳng The novel kept the readers in a suspenseful state, eager to know
the outcome.
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Flirtation Tán tỉnh The poet's use of metaphor adds a sense of flirtation to his love
poems.
Ingenious Khéo léo The engineer came up with an ingenious solution to the complex
problem.
Suspenseful Gây căng thẳng The movie's suspenseful plot kept the audience on the edge of their
seats.
Unfulfilled Không được đáp The unfulfilled dreams of the main character drove the narrative of
ứng the novel.
Unfolding Đang diễn ra The unfolding events of the story kept the readers engaged until the
end.
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Embodied Hiện hữu The artist's work embodied the spirit of freedom and expression.
Invokes Triệu hồi The author's vivid descriptions invoke a sense of nostalgia in the
readers.
Uncertainty Sự không chắc The uncertainty of the future made the decision making process
chắn challenging.
Predict Dự đoán The scientist used mathematical models to predict the outcome of
the experiment.
Completed Hoàn thành The team successfully completed the construction project ahead of
schedule.
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Origins Nguyên gốc The origins of the traditional dance can be traced back to ancient
rituals.
Intense Mạnh mẽ The intense heat from the sun made the desert a challenging place to
survive.
Coating Phủ lên The intense heat from the sun made the desert a challenging place to
survive.
Craftsmen Thợ thủ công Skilled craftsmen meticulously carved intricate designs on the
wooden furniture.
Invention Phát minh Thomas Edison's invention of the light bulb revolutionized the way
we live.
Optical Quang học The telescope provides optical clarity to observe celestial objects.
Excise Thuế tiêu thụ The excise tax on cigarettes was increased to discourage smoking.
đặc biệt
Domestic Trong nước The company specializes in selling domestic appliances like
refrigerators and washing machines.
Advancement Tiến bộ The medical field has seen significant advancements in technology
over the years.
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Precise Chính xác The engineer made precise measurements to ensure the accuracy of
the construction.
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Widespread Lan rộng The news of the discovery spread rapidly, becoming widespread across
the country.
Invaluable Vô giá The advice from the experienced mentor was invaluable in guiding my
career.
Fiercely Mãnh liệt The two teams competed fiercely in the championship game.
Precise Chính xác The scientist conducted precise experiments to gather accurate data.
Hi- tech Công nghệ Example: The company specializes in producing hi- tech gadgets and
cao devices.
Critical Quan trọng The success of the project depended on critical decisions made by the
team.
Resources Tài nguyên The government is investing in renewable energy resources to reduce
dependence on fossil fuels.
Environment Môi trường Conservation efforts aim to protect the environment and wildlife.
Popular Phổ biến The latest smartphone model is highly popular among tech enthusiasts.
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Meticulously Cẩn thận The artist meticulously painted every detail in the masterpiece.
Revolutionized Cách mạng The internet has revolutionized the way people communicate and
hóa access information.
Specializes Chuyên về The company specializes in providing customized solutions for its
clients.
Rapidly Nhanh chóng The construction of the new building progressed rapidly, thanks to
efficient planning.
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Various Đa dạng The exhibition showcased various art styles and techniques.
Championship Giải vô địch The team celebrated their victory after winning the championship.
Renewable Tái tạo Solar and wind energy are examples of renewable sources of power.
Depended Dựa vào The success of the project depended on the collaborative efforts of the
team members.
Conservation Bảo tồn The national park is dedicated to the conservation of endangered
species.
Efforts Nỗ lực The volunteers put in great efforts to clean up the beach and protect
the environment.
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Poem Bài thơ The poet recited a beautiful poem at the event.
Mystery Bí ẩn The detective was determined to solve the mystery of the missing jewels.
Bone Xương The archaeologist carefully excavated the ancient bone from the site.
Period Kỳ The historical period known as the Renaissance was a time of great
cultural and artistic flourishing.
Presumed Được cho là The hikers were presumed to be lost in the wilderness until they were
found by the rescue team.
Extinction Tuyệt chủng Human activities have led to the extinction of many animal species.
Together Cùng nhau The team worked together to complete the project ahead of schedule.
Estimated Ước tính The estimated cost of the construction project was within the budget.
Evidence Bằng chứng The fingerprints found at the crime scene provided crucial evidence for the
investigation.
Movement Cuộc di The dance troupe performed a graceful movement that captivated the
chuyển audience.
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Restoration Khôi phục The restoration of the ancient monument required careful
preservation techniques.
Ecosystems Hệ sinh thái The delicate balance of ecosystems can be disrupted by human
activities.
Denuded Tiêu diệt The deforestation has denuded the once lush forest, leaving it
barren.
Permitting Vietnamese: Cho The new regulations are permitting more flexibility in business
phép operations.
Predators săn mồi Lions are fierce predators that hunt their prey in packs.
Resonate Gây ảnh hưởng The powerful speech by the activist resonated with the audience,
inspiring them to take action.
Niches Chỗ ngồi Certain bird species occupy specific ecological niches within the
forest.
Dynamism Sự năng động The dynamism of the economy is evident in its continuous growth
and innovation.
Scouring Lục lọi The archaeologists were scouring the desert for ancient artifacts
Rewilding Tái phục hồi tự The rewilding project aims to reintroduce native species to their
nhiên natural habitats.
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Reintroduced Tái giới thiệu The endangered species was successfully reintroduced into its natural
habitat.
European Châu Âu The European Union promotes economic cooperation among its
member countries.
Spread Lan truyền The news of the discovery spread quickly across the globe.
Charismatic Cuốn hút The actor's charismatic presence on stage captivated the audience.
Highlands Vùng cao The highlands offer breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
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Organisation Tổ chức The non-profit organization works towards providing education for
underprivileged children.
Catalyse Kích thích The new initiative is expected to catalyze positive changes in the
community.
Rarest Hiếm có The blue diamond is one of the rarest gemstones in the world.
Ecosystems Hệ sinh thái The protection of ecosystems is essential for the preservation of
biodiversity.
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Governance Quản trị The board of directors is responsible for the governance of the
company.
Prolonged Kéo dài The drought resulted in a prolonged period of water scarcity.
Meltdown Sự nóng chảy The nuclear power plant experienced a meltdown, leading to a
dangerous situation.
Post- Khám nghiệm tử After the project's failure, the team conducted post- mortems to
mortems thi analyze the reasons for the outcome.
Inquiry Cuộc điều tra The government launched an inquiry to investigate the allegations
of corruption.
Intense Dữ dội The competition for the job was intense, with many qualified
candidates applying.
Fulfilling Bổ sung : The job offers a fulfilling career with opportunities for growth and
development.
Overloaded Vietnamese: Quá The overloaded schedule left little time for relaxation.
tải
Collaboration Sự hợp tác The successful project was the result of effective collaboration
among team members.
Anticipate Đoán trước The experienced detective could anticipate the criminal's next
move.
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Devolved Ủy thác The manager devolved certain tasks to his team members to empower
them and promote growth.
Recruitment Tuyển dụng The HR department is responsible for recruitment and hiring new
employees.
Remuneration Tiền công The company offers competitive remuneration packages to attract top
talent.
Transparency Tính minh The company values transparency and regularly communicates with its
bạch employees about company matters.
Shareholders Cổ đông The company's shareholders will vote on the proposed merger during
the annual general meeting.
Incentivised Được thúc The employees were incentivized with performance bonuses for
đẩy exceeding their targets.
Distort Xuyên tạc The media's biased reporting can distort public perception of certain
events.
Combat Chiến đấu The legal team was ready to combat any challenges in court.
Resign Từ chức The CEO chose to resign from his position following the company's
financial losses.
Morality Đạo đức The ethics committee discusses the morality of certain business
practices.
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Globalisation Toàn cầu hóa The process of globalisation has led to increased interconnectedness
between countries.
Alignment Sự căn chỉnh The team worked in alignment with the company's strategic goals.
Perspective Quan điểm The manager encouraged his team to look at the problem from a
different perspective.
Eroded Xói mòn The scandal eroded public trust in the company.
Morality Đạo đức Philosophers often debate the morality of certain actions and their
ethical implications.
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Challenging Thách thức The project presented several challenging obstacles that required
creative solutions.
Heightened Tăng cao : The recent events have heightened concerns about security.
Encompass Bao gồm The report will encompass all aspects of the project's progress.
Realignment Sự điều chỉnh The company is going through a realignment of its business strategy.
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Gross domestic Sản phẩm trong nước "The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) serves
product as a critical indicator of a country's
economic performance, encompassing the
total value of all goods and services
produced within its borders during a
specific period."
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research outcomes."
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Scheme Kế hoạch "The government's renewable energy
scheme successfully incentivized businesses
to adopt sustainable practices, leading to a
significant reduction in carbon emissions
and promoting environmental stewardship."
Marae Nơi họp của dân tộc "The marae, a central gathering place in
Maori Māori culture, plays a significant role in
fostering community cohesion, cultural
preservation, and the transmission of
traditional knowledge and practices across
generations."
Perception Nhận thức, tri giác "The study explored the influence of media
representations on public perception of
climate change, highlighting the role of
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framing and messaging in shaping attitudes
and beliefs towards environmental issues."
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Emotion Cảm xúc In the field of psychology, researchers are
studying the role of emotion in decision-
making processes.
Distinct Riêng biệt, khác biệt In the study, the researchers reached an
agreement on the methodology to be used
for data analysis.
Low-energy Mức năng lượng thấp In physics, low-energy particles are being
used to study the behavior of subatomic
particles.
Flat Phẳng, không có biến The data analysis showed a flat trend in the
động sales figures for the past quarter.
Feel Cảm nhận, cảm thấy In the survey, participants were asked to rate
how they feel about the new educational
policy.
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different species in the biological study.
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Intriguingly Hấp dẫn, lôi cuốn The study's results, intriguingly, showed a
positive correlation between sleep quality
and cognitive performance.
Detrimental Có hại, tổn hại The use of pesticides in agriculture has been
found to have detrimental effects on the
environment and biodiversity.
Alleviate Làm giảm bớt, làm nhẹ Researchers are working on developing new
đi therapies to alleviate the symptoms of
chronic pain in patients.
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Toxic Độc hại The research study examined the toxic
effects of heavy metals on aquatic
organisms in polluted waters.
Personality traits Đặc điểm tính cách The research study examined the toxic
effects of heavy metals on aquatic
organisms in polluted waters.
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Fester Mục nát, thối rữa The unresolved conflict within the research
team began to fester, leading to a decrease
in productivity and collaboration.
Inability Sự không có khả năng The study examined the factors contributing
to the inability of certain plant species to
adapt to changing climate conditions.
Inability Sự không có khả năng The study explored the impact of chronic
illness on patients' emotional well-being,
including feelings of apathy and disinterest.
Apathy Sự lãnh đạm, sự thờ ơ The study explored the impact of chronic
illness on patients' emotional well-being,
including feelings of apathy and disinterest.
Overstimulation Kích thích quá mức The research investigated the effects of
overstimulation on cognitive performance in
children with attention deficit hyperactivity
disorder.
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Prone Dễ bị, có xu hướng The study identified certain genetic markers
associated with being prone to developing
certain types of allergies.
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Speculation Sự suy đoán There is much speculation about the
potential impact of technology on the job
market
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Essence Bản chất The essence of the novel lies in its powerful
storytelling.
Irresistible Không thể cưỡng lại The captivating melody had an irresistible
charm on the audience.
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Impressive Gây ấn tượng The performance of the acrobats was truly
impressive.
Cultivating Canh tác The farmer spent hours cultivating the soil
for the new crop.
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Anointing Xức dầu thánh The ritual involved anointing the newborn
baby with holy oil.
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Potential Tiềm năng The young athlete showed great potential
to become a world champion.
Desirable Đáng khao khát The location of the new house is highly
desirable due to its proximity to schools
and parks
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Positive Tích cực The team had a positive attitude despite the
challenges.
Reputation Danh tiếng The restaurant has a good reputation for its
delicious food.
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Anointing Xức dầu thánh The ritual involved anointing the newborn
baby with holy oil.
Desirable Đáng khao khát The location of the new house is highly
desirable due to its proximity to schools and
parks
Appetite Sự thèm ăn After the long hike they had a huge appetite
and devoured the meal.
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Perplexing Gây khó hiểu The results of the experiment were
perplexing and required further
investigation.
Co-opted Tận dụng The term was co-opted from another field
and given a new meaning
Fragrance Hương thơm The room was filled with the fragrance of
fresh flowers.
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Adopt Áp dụng Ignoring trends can mean missed profit
opportunities.
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produce tangible results.
Core values Giá trị cốt lõi Firms can reaffirm the core values of their
category.
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Augment Bổ sung Infuse and augment strategy can add new
attributes to existing products.
Reaffirming Tái khẳng định The ME2 reaffirmed the traditional values
of children's play.
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Stripped Lột bỏ The coconut palm is an important source of
timber.
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Sap Nước cây The flower stems may be tapped for their
sap to produce a drink.
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Solidifies Đông cứng The coconut water gradually solidifies to
form edible flesh.
Glare Ánh sáng chói Coconut seeds are exposed to the full glare
of the tropical sun.
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Viability Tính khả thi Coconut seeds can remain viable for about
110 days at sea.
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Indigenous Bản địa There is no evidence that coconuts are
indigenous to America.
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benefits to the brain
Studies Nghiên cứu Here are some recent studies that explore the
science behind baby talk.
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vocabulary in the babies.
Native Ngoại lai The older infants worked harder at the motor
activations of non-native sounds.
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Linguists Nhà ngôn ngữ học Baby talk is a source of fascination for
linguists.
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Engaged Tham gia The baby brain is engaged in trying to talk
back.
Guide Hướng dẫn The brain region known to guide the motor
movements that produce speech.
Unusual Không bình thường In the western world, coconuts have always
been exotic and unusual.
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Traded Giao dịch They traded internationally in luxury craft
products.
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inhabited in the past is crucial.
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Civilisations Nền văn minh Other great Bronze Age civilisations also
declined around the same time.
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Cultivated Canh tác They are analyzing grains cultivated at the
time.
Extreme Tận cùng They are working out if crops were grown
under extreme conditions.
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Display Trưng bày Cutty Sark is now on display in Greenwich.
Trưng bày
Impact Tác động The opening of the Suez Canal had a serious
impact on clippers.
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Intact Nguyên vẹn Only Cutty Sark has survived more or less
intact.
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Steamship Tàu hơi nước Steam ships posed a growing threat to
clippers.
Journey Time Thời gian hành trình Steam ships reduced the journey time
between Britain and China.
Compete Cạnh tranh Cutty Sark competed with steam ships in the
wool trade.
Life Expectancy Tuổi thọ Cutty Sark approached the end of her life
expectancy.
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High Price Giá cao The Suez Canal had a serious impact on
clippers.
Restoration Phục hồi The ship had her original name restored.
Training Ship Tàu huấn luyện Cutty Sark was used as a training ship.
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Public Display Trưng bày công cộng Cutty Sark was used as a training ship.
Visitors Khách thăm quan Cutty Sark was used as a training ship.
Repairs Sửa chữa She was put into Falmouth harbor for
repairs after being damaged in a gale.
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Rudder Bánh lái Cutty Sark's rudder was severely damaged in
stormy seas.
Impact Tác động The opening of the Suez Canal had a serious
impact on clippers.
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Antibiotics Kháng sinh Soils are the source of nearly all our
existing antibiotics.
Antibiotic- Kháng kháng sinh Soil could be our best hope in the fight
resistant against antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
Degradation Hao mòn Soil scientists have been warning about the
degradation of the world's soil.
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Flushed away Xả đi Excess fertilizer is often washed away with
the rain, polluting rivers.
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Global scale Quy mô toàn cầu We need to assess our options on a global
scale to solve the soil degradation problem.
Unify Thống nhất The UN has created the Global Soil Map
project to unify soil classification
approaches.
Real-time data Dữ liệu thời gian thực The project aims to provide real-time data
on the state of the soil.
Carbon neutrality Tích lũy không đất giảm Zero net land degradation is an easily
understood goal, like carbon neutrality.
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Encourage Khuyến khích Setting goals like zero net land degradation
can encourage action.
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Oblivious Không nhận thức Those who think in this way are oblivious to
the vast philosophical literature.
Inquiry Câu hỏi The view that happiness is the only self-
evident good limits moral inquiry.
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Reconcile Hòa hợ Thinkers have struggled to reconcile the
pursuit of happiness with other human
values.
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Framework Khung The book places the current cult of happiness
in a well-defined historical framework.
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Entangling Làm rối Bentham set the stage for the entangling of
psychological research and capitalism.
Factual basis Cơ sở thực tế J B Watson had no factual basis for his view
of human action.
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Reductive Rút gọn Watson's reductive model is now widely
applied.
Intellectual Nguồn gốc tri thức Whatever its intellectual pedigree, the idea of
pedigree promoting happiness is a threat to human
freedom.
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Capacity Năng lực Her fantasy is helping her take her first
steps towards her capacity for creativity.
Rules Quy tắc Later on, they settle down with a board
game, learning about the need to follow
rules.
Virtues Đức hạnh, phẩm chất Plato extolled the virtues of play as a means
tốt of developing skills.
Puzzle Bài toán, câu đố Some steps in the puzzle of how play is
important have been looked at.
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Practising Luyện tập When she bosses her brother around, she's
practising how to regulate her emotions
Initiating Bắt đầu, khởi đầu The type of play we are interested in is child
initiated and spontaneous.
Facilitate Tạo điều kiện, hỗ trợ Playful experiences facilitate children's self
control development.
Contributions Đóng góp Let's not lose sight of the contributions play
makes to human achievements.
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Landscape Cảnh quan, bối cảnh The educational landscape is very different
now.
Hotly Gay gắt, sôi động Topics like school starting age are hotly
debated.
Fundamental Cơ bản, căn bản Let's not lose sight of the fundamental
contributions of play.
Crucial Quan trọng, then chốt Play is crucial to our success as a species.
Rich Phong phú, giàu có Let's make sure children have a rich diet of
play experiences.
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Perceived Cảm nhận, nhận thức The Witte Fietsenplan was an answer to the
perceived threats of air pollution.
Activists Nhà hoạt động, người Provo was a group of Dutch activists who
hoạt động chính trị wanted to change society.
Ground Khởi đầu, thành công The scheme struggled to get off the ground
due to opposition from the police.
Serious Nghiêm túc, nghiêm Things got more serious when Luud
trọng Schimmelpennink became a member of the
Amsterdam city council.
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Environmentally Môi trường, liên quan People had become more environmentally
đến môi trường conscious, leading to the launch of the new
bike sharing plan.
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Municipality Đô thị, chính quyền địa The municipality of Amsterdam rejected the
phương plan initially.
Unanimously Nhất trí, đồng lòng The council unanimously rejected the plan.
Possibility Khả năng, tiềm năng The success of the Danish experiment
proved that bike sharing was a real
possibility. Vietnamese: Khả năng, tiềm
năng
Launched Khởi đầu, triển khai A new Witte Fietsenplan was launched in
Amsterdam in 1999.
Prone Dễ bị, dễ mắc phải The bike sharing system was prone to
vandalism and theft.
Abolish Hủy bỏ, bãi bỏ Postbank decided to abolish the chip card
used for payment.
Decisive Quyết định, quyết định The success of the Parisian bike sharing
program was a decisive moment in the
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Inspired Truyền cảm hứng, khơi : The success of the Parisian program
nguồn inspired cities worldwide to set up their own
schemes.
Dominated Thống trị, chiếm ưu thế Today, everybody longs for cities that are
not dominated by cars.
Patent Bằng sáng chế Schimmelpennink never filed for a patent for
his bike sharing scheme.
Prone Dễ bị, dễ mắc phải The bike sharing system was prone to
vandalism and theft.
Abolish Hủy bỏ, bãi bỏ Postbank decided to abolish the chip card
used for payment.
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Decisive Quyết định, quyết định The success of the Parisian bike sharing
số phận program was a decisive moment in the
history of bike sharing
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Emphasized Nhấn mạnh, nhấn chú Some workplaces emphasized fun and
trọng enjoyment as part of work life balance.
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Obligated Bắt buộc, cảm thấy Employees who receive recognition may feel
nghĩa vụ more obligated to stay with the organization.
Motivate Khích lệ, thúc đẩy Managers who motivate employees to work
together can improve teamwork
Link Liên kết, mối quan hệ There is a strong link between employee
perceptions and their working conditions.
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Competitors Đối thủ, đối tác cạnh Organizations invest in HRM to acquire
tranh employees with better skills and capabilities
than their competitors.
Dominated Thống trị, chiếm ưu thế The hospitality industry has historically been
dominated by underdeveloped HR practices.
Underdeveloped Thiếu phát triển, không The hospitality industry has historically had
phát triển đầy đủ underdeveloped HR practices.
Constructive Xây dựng, tích cực HRM practices should foster constructive
relations with employees for their
development.
Retention Giữ lại, duy trì HRM practices that recognize and motivate
employees can improve employee retention.
Dichotomy Trái ngược, đối lập There has been a dichotomy between guest
experiences and working conditions in
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luxury hotels.
Framing Định hình, xây dựng The framing of fun activities must align with
organizational goals and employee
characteristics.
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Representation Đại diện, biểu tượng Hotel employees' services represent their
industry.
Alignment Canh chỉnh, điều chỉnh Fun activities must be carefully aligned with
organizational goals and employee
characteristics.
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Adequate Đầy đủ, đủ Providing adequate breaks during the
working day can improve employee
satisfaction.
Reduction Sự giảm bớt, giảm nhẹ Fulfilling extrinsic motivation needs can
lead to the reduction of job dissatisfaction.
Suggests Đề xuất, gợi ý The study suggests that fun activities can
positively impact performance and reduce
turnover.
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Farmland Đất nông nghiệp Press Estate was 650 acres of farmland in
Scotland.
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Apprenticeship Học việc, học nghề Henderson began a three year
apprenticeship to become an accountant.
Emphasizes Nhấn mạnh, nhấn chú The text emphasizes the friendship between
trọng Henderson and William Notman.
Publication Xuất bản phẩm, sách Henderson's first major publication was
báo called Canadian Views and Studies.
Circulation Sự lưu thông, sự phổ The publication had limited circulation with
biến only seven copies found.
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Specialize Chuyên môn hóa, From about 1870, Henderson dropped
chuyên về portraiture to specialize in landscape
photography.
Demand Nhu cầu, đòi hỏi There was sufficient demand for
Henderson's landscape photographs.
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Extensively Một cách rộng rãi, rộng Henderson photographed extensively along
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khắp the railway line during his trips.
National Archives Quốc gia Lưu trữ Collections of Henderson's work are held at
the National Archives of Canada.
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Culmination Đỉnh điểm, kết quả Professor Alan Short's book is the
cuối cùng culmination of 30 years of research in
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architecture.
Squander Phung phí, lãng phí Global temperatures continue to rise, and
we are going to squander more energy on
cooling.
Spectacular Ngoạn mục, đáng chú The energy use and carbon emissions
ý generated by buildings are spectacular.
Account Chiếm, đáng chú ý Buildings in the West account for 40-50%
of electricity usage.
Representation Biểu tượng, hình Glass and steel skyscrapers are considered
tượng symbols of status.
Practical Thực tế, thực tiễn Short believes glass and air conditioned
skyscrapers are not practical.
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Ventilation Sự thông gió, sự gió Short highlights the art and science of
vào ventilating buildings in the 19th century.
Ingeniously Khéo léo, tài tình Hospital designs from the 19th century were
ingeniously ventilated.
Pathogens Tác nhân gây bệnh Short's team modeled for pathogens in the
airstreams of hospitals.
Extensively Một cách rộng rãi, chi Short traveled extensively throughout
tiết Quebec and Ontario to document buildings.
Disappearance Sự biến mất, sự mất The mindset and skill sets behind these
tích designs have been completely lost.
Protect Bảo vệ, che chở 19th century buildings were designed to
protect against toxic air (miasmas).
Enthusiasm Sự nhiệt tình, sự hăng There was a public clamoring for buildings
hái to protect against miasmas.
Prevalent Phổ biến, thịnh hành Miasma theory was prevalent during the
Middle Ages and the 19th century.
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Sophisticated Tinh vi, phức tạp Short highlights the sophisticated art and
science of ventilating buildings.
Reinvented Tái tạo, tái thể Short's team worked on hybrid buildings
reinvented with natural ventilation.
Outlook Quan điểm, triển vọng Short looks at how we might reimagine the
cities, offices, and homes of the future.
Hybrid Kết hợp, lai tạo Short and his team worked on hybrid
buildings in harsh climates.
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Delight Hân hoan, vui Business leaders are delighted with the idea
mừng of organizing everything.
Diminishing Giảm dần, suy Recent studies show that order has
giảm diminishing returns.
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Ought Nên, phải Seminars tell the public what they ought to
do to be more productive.
Detrimental Có hại, gây thiệt hại Disorder can have detrimental effects on
performance if overused.
Embrace Nắm lấy, chấp nhận Companies are slowly starting to embrace
disorganization.
Venerate Tôn sùng, tôn thờ We should not venerate one approach over
the other.
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Glue Keo, liên kết Strong company values can glue people
together.
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Developmental Phát triển, phôi thai Understanding implicit theories can help
elucidate developmental differences.
Cross cultural Giao văn hóa, giao Implicit theories can differ based on cross
lưu văn hóa cultural factors
Philosophies Triết học, triết lý The views are loosely based on the
philosophies of great statesmen.
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Suspects Nghi ngờ, nghi vấn Investigators may suspect that existing
explicit theories are wrong.
Expansion Mở rộng, bành Implicit theories suggest the need for the
trướng expansion of explicit theories.
Opportunities Cơ hội, thuận lợi The Jeffersonian view is that people should
have equal opportunities.
Responsibilities Trách nhiệm, nhiệm Hamiltonian view suggests the need for the
vụ more intelligent to take responsibility.
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Valuing Trân trọng, đánh Why should we care what people think
giá intelligence is, as opposed only to valuing
what it actually is?
Philosophies Triết lý, tư tưởng Views are loosely based on the philosophies
of great statesmen.
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Ailments Bệnh tật The herbal remedy was used to treat various
common ailments.
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Ubiquity Mọi nơi, phổ biến The ubiquity of smartphones has changed
the way we communicate.
Pathogenic Gây bệnh The virus is highly pathogenic and can cause
severe illness.
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Snip out Cắt bỏ The geneticist was able to snip out the
specific gene responsible for the trait.
Cell lines Chuỗi tế bào The lab cultured various cell lines to study
cellular behavior.
Commercial product Sản phẩm thương The company launched a new commercial
mại product in the market.
Characterizing Xác định tính chất The researchers are characterizing the
properties of the new material.
Recesses Góc khuất The cave's recesses provided shelter for the
animals during the storm.
Biodiversity Đa dạng sinh học The rainforest is known for its rich
biodiversity, housing many plant and animal
species.
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Dichotomy Sự phân chia hai The two political parties represent a clear
phần dichotomy in their ideologies.
Intrinsic Bên trong She has an intrinsic love for music and
enjoys playing the piano.
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Robust Mạnh mẽ, kiên The research findings are based on robust
định evidence from multiple studies.
Optimal Tốt nhất The optimal time to visit the beach is during
the summer months.
Coupled Kết hợp The success of the project was coupled with
effective teamwork.
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Avenue Cơ hội Online learning provides an avenue for
people to pursue education from home.
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Robust Mạnh mẽ, ổn định The robust system can handle a large
number of users without slowing down.
Coupled Kết hợp The success of the project was coupled with
effective teamwork.
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Engaged Tham gia, dồn sức The students were fully engaged in the
vào interactive learning activities.
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Nutmeg Hạt nhục đậu She added a pinch of nutmeg to the cake batter for extra
khấu flavor.
Evergreen Xanh quanh năm The pine tree is an evergreen that retains its leaves
throughout the year.
Foliage Lá cây The lush foliage of the rainforest provides a habitat for
various animals.
Bell - Hình chuông The flowers of the lily of the valley are small and bell-
shaped shaped
Pear - Hình lê Example: The fruit of the avocado tree is typically pear-
shaped shaped
Dried Khô The herbs were dried in the sun to preserve their flavor.
Venetian Liên quan đến The Venetian carnival is famous for its elaborate masks and
Venice costumes.
Precious Quý giá The ring was passed down as a precious family heirloom.
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Monopoly Độc quyền The company had a monopoly on the production of a certain
type of technology.
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Exclusive Độc quyền The boutique offers exclusive designer clothing not
found in other stores.
Dominance Sự thống trị The team's dominance in the sport has been undisputed
for several years.
Exploiting Kỳ kế, Lợi dụng The company was accused of exploiting workers by
paying them low wages.
Strategic Chiến lược The company made strategic decisions to expand its
market share in Asia.
Fleet Đội tàu The shipping company has a fleet of cargo vessels that
transport goods worldwide.
Contagious Lây truyền The contagious disease quickly spread among the
population.
Severe Nghiêm trọng The severe drought resulted in crop failure and water
shortages.
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Monopoly Độc quyền The company held a monopoly on the supply of
electricity in the region.
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Nutmeg Hạt nhục đậu Nutmeg is a highly sought after spice in the culinary
khấu world. Vietnamese: Hạt nhục đậu khấu
Precious Quý giá The precious gemstone was kept in a secure vault to
protect its value.
Monopoly Độc quyền The company's monopoly over the market allowed them
to control prices and supply.
Compromise Thỏa thuận The compromise reached during the negotiations was
beneficial to both parties.
Contagious Truyền nhiễm The contagious disease spread rapidly, leading to a public
health emergency.
Dominance Sự thống trị The team's dominance in the league was evident by their
consecutive championship wins.
Exploiting Lợi dụng The mining company was accused of exploiting the
natural resources of the region without regard for
environmental consequences.
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Fleet Đội tàu The shipping company's fleet of cargo vessels transported
goods to various destinations worldwide.
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Reliability Độ tin cậy The new car model is known for its reliability and low
maintenance costs.
Flexibility Tính linh hoạt The company's flexible work hours allow employees to
manage their schedules.
Contributory Góp phần The report identified several contributory factors to the
project's success.
Autonomy Tự quyết định The autonomous vehicle navigated through traffic without
human intervention.
Implications Hậu quả The decision has far reaching implications for the
company's future.
Viable Khả thi The business idea is viable and has the potential for
success.
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Intensively Một cách The team worked intensively to meet the project deadline.
chuyên cần
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Implementation Sự thực thi The successful implementation of the new system led to
increased efficiency.
Liabilities Nghĩa vụ pháp The company needs to assess its liabilities and financial
lý risks.
Intensive Chuyên cần The research required intensive data analysis and
experimentation.
Vital Quan trọng Effective communication is vital for the success of any
team project.
Conquered Chinh phục With determination, she conquered the challenges and
achieved her goals.
Autonomy Sự tự quyết định The autonomous robot can perform tasks without human
intervention.
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Reliable Đáng tin cậy The reliable software system ensured smooth operations
in the company.
Implementation Sự thực thi The successful implementation of the new policies led to
improved efficiency.
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Reliability Độ tin cậy The car's reliability made it a popular choice among
consumers.
Flexibility Tính linh hoạt The company's flexibility allowed it to adapt to changing
market conditions.
Conquer Chinh phục With determination and hard work, she conquered the
challenges and achieved success.
Regulation Quy định The new regulations aim to improve safety standards in
the industry.
Autonomy Tự quyết định The autonomous vehicle can navigate without human
intervention.
Manufacturing Sản xuất The manufacturing process has been streamlined for
greater efficiency.
Vital Quan trọng Effective communication is vital for the success of any
business.
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Viable Khả thi The business plan was deemed viable and received
funding from investors.
Intensive Chuyên cần The team conducted intensive research to find a solution
to the problem.
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Exploration Khám phá The desire for exploration led the adventurer to discover
new lands.
Knowledge Kiến thức The scientist shared his new found knowledge with the
research team.
Questing Tìm kiếm The questing spirit of the explorer drove him to explore
uncharted territories.
Remote Hẻo lánh The tribe lived in a remote area far from modern
civilization.
Pioneers Người tiên The pioneers of space exploration made history with their
phong achievements.
Habits Thói quen The biologist studied the habits of the rare species to
understand its behavior.
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Ideas Ý tưởng The writer's exploration of new ideas captivated readers
worldwide.
Interpretation Diễn giải The artist's unique interpretation of the painting received
critical acclaim.
Insights Hiểu biết The research provided valuable insights into the causes of
the phenomenon.
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Success Sự thành công The success of the project was attributed to the team's
hard work and collaboration.
Specialist Chuyên gia The hospital has a team of medical specialists to handle
complex cases.
Habit Thói quen The habit of regular exercise improved his overall health.
Captivated Mê hoặc The movie's thrilling plot captivated the audience from
start to finish.
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Collaboraion Sự hợp tác The successful project was the result of collaboration
between different departments.
Objective Mục tiêu : The team had a clear objective and worked towards
achieving it.
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Collaboration Sự hợp tác The collaboration between artists and engineers resulted
in a stunning art installation.
Unique Độc đáo The artist's unique style of painting made her stand out in
the art world.
Conveying Truyền tải The poet's words were powerful in conveying emotions to
the readers.
Interpretation Diễn giải The pianist's interpretation of the classical piece was
praised by critics.
Insight Hiểu biết sâu sắc The researcher's insight into the problem provided a
breakthrough in the study.
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Success Sự thành công The team celebrated the success of their innovative
project.
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Assumptions Giả định The study challenged the assumptions previously made
about consumer behavior.
Emphasis Nhấn mạnh The teacher placed great emphasis on the importance of
time management.
Sustainable Bền vững The city is working towards becoming more sustainable
by promoting renewable energy.
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Engineers Kỹ sư The team of engineers developed a new technology to
improve energy efficiency.
Design Thiết kế The architect presented the design for the new office
building.
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Sustainable Bền vững The company's sustainable practices have earned them
recognition in the industry.
Transportation Giao thông The city's transportation system has been upgraded to
improve efficiency.
Conceived Sáng tạo The novel was conceived during the author's travels
around the world.
Detach Tách ra The artist tried to detach herself from external influences
while creating her masterpiece.
Experience Kinh nghiệm The pilot's experience and skill ensured a smooth landing
during the storm.
Reality Hiện thực The virtual reality game allows players to immerse
themselves in a different world.
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Engineers Kỹ sư The team of engineers worked tirelessly to develop the
innovative technology.
Solutions Giải pháp : The committee proposed several solutions to address the
problem of traffic congestion.
Feedback Phản hồi The company valued customer feedback to improve their
products and services.
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Sustainability Bền vững The company's sustainability efforts were recognized with
a prestigious award.
Conception Sáng tạo The artist's conception of the artwork was unique and
thought provoking.
Implications Hậu quả The study examined the implications of climate change
on coastal communities.
Experience Kinh nghiệm The team hired an experienced consultant to guide them
through the project.
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Solutions Giải pháp The researchers proposed innovative solutions to tackle
the global water crisis.
Knowledge Kiến thức The professor's vast knowledge in the field made her
lectures engaging and informative.
Emotional Tình cảm The film's emotional impact left the audience moved and
reflective.
PASSAGE 2
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Extinct Tuyệt chủng The dodo bird is an extinct species that once lived on the
island of Mauritius.
Geneticist Nhà di truyền The geneticist is studying the DNA of different animal
học species to understand their genetic makeup.
Embryo Phôi thai The scientist observed the development of the embryo
under a microscope.
Pioneering Tiên phong The company is known for its pioneering work in
renewable energy technologies.
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De-extinction Tái sinh Example: Scientists are exploring the possibility of de-
extinction to revive certain extinct species.
Hybrid Lai The hybrid plant is a cross between two different species,
resulting in unique characteristics.
Ecosystems Hệ sinh thái The conservationist works to protect and restore natural
ecosystems in the rainforest.
Disturbance Sự làm phiền The forest fire caused a disturbance in the natural balance
of the ecosystem.
Thrive Phát triển mạnh The wildlife sanctuary provides a safe environment for
animals to thrive and reproduce.
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Niche Vai trò The species occupies a specific ecological niche within
the forest ecosystem.
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Practical Thực tế The scientist proposed a practical solution to reduce
pollution in the city.
Extinction Tuyệt chủng The loss of habitat led to the extinction of several species
in the region.
Boreal Cận Bắc The boreal forest is known for its cold climate and diverse
wildlife.
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De- extinction Tái sinh Example: The ambitious de-extinction project aims to
revive extinct species through advanced genetic
technology
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Repopulation Tái định cư The repopulation of the area with endangered species is
part of the conservation effort.
Modifications Sửa đổi The genetic modifications allowed the scientists to create
disease resistant crops.
Boreal Cận Bắc The boreal forests are critical habitats for many wildlife
species.
Controversial Gây tranh cãi The de-extinction project sparked a controversial debate
among scientists and ethicists. Vietnamese: Gây tranh cãi
Calculated Tính toán The researchers took a calculated risk in conducting the
dangerous experiment.
PASSAGE 3
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Humour Hài hước The comedian's jokes were filled with humor, making the
audience burst into laughter.
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Stimuli Kích thích The children's laughter was a response to the funny
stimuli provided by the clown.
Anthropologist Nhà nhân chủng The anthropologists studied the culture and traditions of
s học the indigenous tribes.
Hierarchies Hệ thống cấp The organization has a clear hierarchy with managers and
bậc employees at different levels.
Dominant Ưu thế The alpha male displayed dominant behavior in the group
of chimpanzees.
Submissive Nhút nhát The dog showed submissive behavior by lowering its
head and wagging its tail.
Facilitate Làm cho thuận The new software will facilitate data analysis and report
lợi generation.
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Psychological Tâm lý học The psychological study aimed to understand the effects
of stress on mental health.
Neuroscience Khoa học thần The neuroscientist studied the brain's response to different
kinh học stimuli.
Replication Sao chép The researchers replicated the study to confirm the
previous findings.
Perception Nhận thức The artist's painting challenged the viewer's perception of
reality.
Consecutive Liên tiếp The team won five consecutive matches in the
tournament.
Psychological Tâm lý học The psychological study explored the impact of childhood
experiences on adult behavior.
Participants Người tham gia The participants in the study were selected randomly from
the pool of volunteers.
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Psychological Tâm lý học The psychological study aimed to understand the effects
of stress on mental health.
Neuroscience Khoa học thần The neuroscientist studied the brain's response to different
kinh học stimuli.
Replication Sao chép The researchers replicated the study to confirm the
previous findings.
Perception Nhận thức The artist's painting challenged the viewer's perception of
reality.
Consecutive Liên tiếp The team won five consecutive matches in the
tournament.
Psychological Tâm lý học The psychological study explored the impact of childhood
experiences on adult behavior.
Participants Người tham gia The participants in the study were selected randomly from
the pool of volunteers.
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Sculptor Nhà điêu khắc Henry Moore was a renowned sculptor known for his
unique art pieces.
Enrolled Ghi danh After finishing high school, she enrolled in a local college
to pursue her studies.
Advanced Tiên tiến The advanced technology allowed for faster data
processing.
Naturalistic Chân thực The artist's paintings had a naturalistic style, resembling
real life scenes.
Sculpture Tượng điêu khắc The gallery displayed a wide collection of sculptures by
various artists.
Ambitious Đầy tham vọng The young painter had ambitious plans to exhibit her
artwork in major galleries.
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Impression Ấn tượng The artist's use of vibrant colors left a strong impression
on the viewers.
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Distort Bóp méo The artist used a unique technique to distort the images in
his paintings.
Dramatic Kịch tính Kịch tính The actor delivered a dramatic performance that
left the audience in awe.
Humanistic Nhân văn The novel explored deep humanistic themes, touching the
hearts of readers.
Ambitious Đầy tham vọng The ambitious architect designed a futuristic building that
stood out in the city skyline.
Impression Ấn tượng The artist's use of light and shadows created a powerful
impression in the painting.
Critical Khiêu khích The art critic praised the artist's latest exhibition in a
critical review.
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Revolutionary Cách mạng The scientist's groundbreaking research was considered
revolutionary in the field of medicine.
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Advanced Tiên tiến The advanced technology allowed for more efficient data
processing.
Distinct Riêng biệt The artist's style was distinct and easily recognizable
among other painters.
Ambitious Đầy tham vọng The architect had ambitious plans to design eco friendly
buildings around the world.
Critical Khiêu khích The literary critic wrote a scathing review of the novel,
criticizing its plot and character development.
Remarkable Đáng chú ý The sculpture's remarkable details showcased the artist's
exceptional talent.
Exhibition Triển lãm The museum organized a special exhibition featuring the
works of modern artists.
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International Quốc tế The musician gained international fame after winning
several prestigious awards.
PASSAGE 2
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Portable Có thể di động The portable device can be easily carried anywhere for
convenience.
Reserves Dự trữ The country has significant oil reserves that contribute
to its economy.
Carbon Dấu chân carbon By reducing energy consumption, we can decrease our
footprint carbon footprint.
Solar panel Tấm pin năng The house is equipped with solar panels to harness
lượng mặt trời renewable energy.
Distilled water Nước cất Distilled water is free from impurities and minerals.
Scarcity Sự khan hiếm The drought has led to water scarcity in the region.
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Outright Một lần Instead of paying in installments, she decided to buy
the car outright.
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Niche markets Thị trường cơ The company targets niche markets with specific product
hội offerings.
Viable Khả thi The business plan needs to be viable before seeking
investors.
Funding Quỹ tài trợ The project received generous funding from various
donors.
Impurities Tạp chất The water filter effectively removes impurities from the
drinking water.
Contaminants Chất ô nhiễm The factory released toxic contaminants into the nearby
river.
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Implement Thực hiện The company plans to implement new policies to reduce
waste.
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Field tests Thử nghiệm thực The new product will undergo extensive field tests
địa before its official launch.
Humanitarian Lĩnh vực nhân đạo The organization focuses on providing aid and
sector assistance in the humanitarian sector.
Negotiate Đàm phán The team will negotiate the terms of the contract with
the supplier.
Viability Khả năng tồn tại The long term viability of the project is still under
discussion.
Company aims Mục tiêu của công The company aims to expand its market share in the
ty coming years.
Renewable Năng lượng tái tạo Solar and wind power are examples of renewable
energy energy sources.
Impurities Tạp chất The laboratory analyzes the water samples to detect
any impurities.
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Field tests Thử nghiệm thực The new vaccine will undergo field tests before it is
địa approved for public use.
Viability Khả năng tồn tại The long term viability of the project is still under
discussion.
PASSAGE 3
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Enduring Kéo dài, bền The enduring appeal of classic books makes them popular
vững for generations.
Versions Phiên bản The movie had multiple versions with different endings.
Evolution Sự tiến hóa The evolution of technology has transformed the way we
live.
Cautionary Cảnh báo The book contains cautionary tales to warn children about
potential dangers.
Flexibility Sự linh hoạt The new policy allows employees more flexibility in their
work hours.
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Conserved Bảo tồn The historical site is protected to conserve its cultural
heritage.
Reproduced Tái tạo The artwork was carefully reproduced to create limited
edition prints.
Gripping Hấp dẫn The movie's gripping plot kept the audience on the edge
of their seats.
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Anthropologist Nhà nhân chủng The anthropologist studied the cultural practices of
học indigenous tribes.
Perennial Lâu dài, vĩnh The perennial problem of traffic congestion needs a long
cửu term solution.
Relevant Liên quan The research findings are highly relevant to the current
situation.
Victim Nạn nhân The victim of the crime provided valuable information to
the police.
Negative Cảm xúc tiêu The therapist helps clients cope with negative emotions
emotions cực such as anxiety and depression.
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Seek out Tìm kiếm : Horror movie enthusiasts seek out the scariest films to
watch.
Scary Đáng sợ The haunted house attraction was so scary that many
people screamed.
Dangers Nguy hiểm The warning signs indicate potential dangers ahead on the
road.
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Universality Tính toàn cầu The universality of music allows it to transcend language
barriers.
Survival- Liên quan đến sự Example: The survival- relevant skills learned in
relevant tồn tại childhood are useful throughout life.
Relevance Tính liên quan The relevance of historical events to the present is a topic
of ongoing research.
Analyzes Phân tích The scientist analyzes data from the experiment to draw
conclusions.
Oral traditions Truyền thông Folktales passed down through oral traditions carry
miệng cultural knowledge.
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Altered Thay đổi The original design was altered to meet the client's
specific requirements.
Villain Nhân vật phản The movie's villain was portrayed as a cunning and
diện ruthless character.
Resisted Chống lại Despite the challenges, the team resisted giving up and
continued working.
Constant Bất biến, không The constant pursuit of knowledge drives scientific
ngừng research.
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Arid Khô cằn The arid climate in the desert makes it difficult for plants
to grow.
Fragile Dễ vỡ, mỏng The fragile vase should be handled with care to avoid
manh breaking it.
Erosion Xói mòn Heavy rainfall can cause erosion and wash away the
topsoil.
Disappearing Biến mất The disappearing wildlife is a cause for concern among
conservationists.
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Prejudices Định kiến Overcoming prejudices is essential for building a more
inclusive society.
Sustainable Bền vững Renewable energy sources are essential for building a
sustainable future.
Reinstate Khôi phục The government plans to reinstate the old policies to
address the current issues.
Minerals Khoáng chất : Vegetables and fruits are rich sources of essential
vitamins and minerals.
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Sustainable Thu nhập bền The farmer implemented sustainable practices to ensure a
income vững stable income.
Corridors Con đường dành Wildlife corridors allow animals to move between
cho động vật different habitats safely.
Bio- control Sự điều khiển The use of bio control agents reduced the pest population
sinh học in the field.
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Biodiversity Đa dạng sinh Conservation efforts aim to protect the rich biodiversity
học of the rainforest.
Expanse Phạm vi rộng The vast expanse of the ocean extends as far as the eye
lớn can see.
Confined Bị hạn chế, bị The prisoners were confined to their cells for the entire
giam cầm day.
Potential Tiềm năng The new technology has the potential to revolutionize the
industry.
Drought Hạn hán The prolonged drought has led to water shortages in the
region.
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Counteracting Đối kháng The new policy aims at counteracting the negative effects
of pollution on the environment.
Potential Tiềm năng The project has the potential to transform the way we
live.
Fragile system Hệ thống dễ vỡ The ecosystem in the Arctic is a fragile system vulnerable
to climate change.
Inclusive Có tính chất bao An inclusive society ensures equal opportunities for all its
gồm, bao dung citizens.
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Conservationis Nhà bảo tồn Conservationists work to protect endangered species and
ts their habitats.
Address Giải quyết The government must address the pressing issues of
poverty and inequality.
Revive Phục hồi Efforts to revive the declining population of a species are
underway.
Efforts Nỗ lực The collective efforts of the team led to the project's
success.
PASSAGE 2
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Canary Islands Quần đảo The Canary Islands are known for their beautiful beaches
Canaria and warm climate.
Volcanic Thuộc núi lửa The volcanic eruption caused widespread damage to the
surrounding areas.
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Repetition Sự lặp lại The teacher used repetition to reinforce the important
points in the lesson.
Distance Khoảng cách The distance between the two cities can be covered by
train in two hours.
Rapid Nhanh chóng The rapid growth of technology has transformed various
industries.
Independent Độc lập : The children are encouraged to become independent and
responsible individuals.
Modality Cách thức, The modality of the presentation will determine its
phương thức effectiveness.
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Observational Liên quan đến The study used observational data collected over several
việc quan sát years.
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Indigenous Bản địa, bản xứ The indigenous people of the region have unique customs
and traditions.
Conquer Chinh phục The army was determined to conquer the enemy's
territory.
Fluency Sự lưu loát, lưu Her fluency in multiple languages made her a valuable
thông asset to the company.
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Essential Quan trọng, cần Time management skills are essential for meeting project
thiết deadlines.
Widespread Lan tràn, lan The news of the accident spread quickly and caused
rộng widespread concern.
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Extinction Sự tuyệt chủng The extinction of certain animal species can disrupt the
ecosystem.
Preservation Sự bảo tồn The preservation of cultural heritage is crucial for future
generations.
Culture Văn hóa Different countries have diverse cultures and traditions.
PASSAGE 3
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Circumstances Tình huống, The decision will depend on the circumstances of the
hoàn cảnh case.
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Obligation Nghĩa vụ As a manager, he has an obligation to ensure the safety of
his employees.
Track record Kết quả làm The company's track record of success attracts investors.
việc trong quá
khứ
Demand Yêu cầu, nhu There is a high demand for organic products among
cầu health conscious consumers.
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Maximize Tối đa hóa The company aims to maximize profits while minimizing
environmental impact.
Out-compete Vượt qua, áp The new product was able to out compete its competitors
đảo in the market.
Fiduciary Liên kết tin cậy As a financial advisor, she has a fiduciary duty to act in
the best interest of her clients.
Liability Trách nhiệm The company accepted liability for the damage caused by
pháp lý its faulty products.
Ultimate Cuối cùng, tối The ultimate goal of the project is to improve the lives of
thượng the local community.
Explicit Rõ ràng, cụ thể The contract should include explicit terms and conditions
to avoid misunderstandings.
Enforce Thi hành The government will enforce strict penalties for those
who violate environmental regulations.
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Empowering Tạo điều kiện để The workshop aims to empower women to take on
leadership roles in their communities.
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Admirable Đáng ngưỡng Her dedication to community service is truly admirable.
mộ
Explicit Rõ ràng, cụ thể The rules should be made explicit to avoid any confusion.
Enforce Thi hành The government will enforce strict penalties for those
who violate environmental regulations.
Essential Cần thiết, quan Effective communication is essential for building strong
trọng relationships.
Behavior Hành vi, cách cư The company's ethical behavior is reflected in its
xử commitment to social responsibility.
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Disappearance Sự biến mất The disappearance of certain bird species is a cause for
concern.
Consequences Hậu quả The consequences of deforestation are far reaching and
affect the entire ecosystem.
Condition Tình trạng Regular exercise is important for maintaining good health
and preventing certain medical conditions.
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Depleting Cạn kiệt Deforestation is depleting the world's forests at an
alarming rate.
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Genome Bộ gen di truyền Scientists are studying the human genome to understand
genetic diseases better.
Physiologists Nhà sinh lý học Physiologists study how the human body functions and
adapts to various conditions.
Anecdotal Bằng chứng theo Anecdotal evidence suggests that certain herbal remedies
evidence kể chuyện can treat common colds effectively.
Deliberate Cố ý, cẩn thận The artist made a deliberate choice to use bright colors in
the painting.
Agile Linh hoạt Cats are known for their agile and graceful movements.
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Frustration Sự thất vọng, sự The team's repeated failures led to feelings of frustration
bực mình among the players.
Astonishing Đáng kinh ngạc The results of the experiment were astonishing and
unexpected.
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Extinction Sự tuyệt chủng The extinction of endangered species is a tragic loss for
biodiversity.
Majestic Tráng lệ, vĩ đại The sight of the majestic mountain range took their breath
away.
Astonishing Đáng kinh ngạc The findings of the study were astonishing and
revolutionized the field of physics.
Extinction Sự tuyệt chủng : The extinction of endangered species is a tragic loss for
biodiversity.
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Disappearance Sự biến mất The sudden disappearance of the ship remains a mystery.
Conservation Bảo tồn : Conservation efforts are vital for preserving natural
habitats and wildlife.
PASSAGE 2
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Evolution Sự tiến hóa The evolution of technology has brought about significant
changes in our daily lives.
Monument Tượng đài The ancient ruins of the temple serve as a remarkable
monument to the past civilization.
Brilliant Tài tình, xuất Leonardo da Vinci was a brilliant artist and inventor.
sắc
Tributes Sự tôn vinh The concert was a tribute to the legendary musician's
contributions to the music industry.
Impressive Ấn tượng The view from the mountaintop was truly impressive,
with breathtaking scenery.
Conceived Tưởng tượng The architect conceived a unique design for the new
building.
Monument Tượng đài The ancient ruins of the temple serve as a remarkable
monument to the past civilization.
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Complex Khu phức hợp : The ancient city is an intricate complex of temples,
palaces, and tombs.
True Chính xác Only one of the three doors was the true entrance to the
hidden chamber.
Tradition Truyền thống : The family has a tradition of gathering for dinner every
Sunday.
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Challenge Thách thức Climbing the mountain was a great challenge, but it was
worth the effort.
Surround Vietnamese: Bao The garden is surrounded by a tall fence to keep out
quanh animals.
Vast Rộng lớn The Sahara Desert is a vast expanse of sand and dunes.
Maze Hàng rào rối rắm The maze in the garden was a fun and challenging puzzle
to solve.
Archaeologist Nhà khảo cổ học The archaeologist discovered ancient artifacts buried
beneath the ruins of the city.
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Astonish Gây ngạc nhiên The breathtaking view from the mountaintop astonished
the hikers.
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Archetype Mẫu mực The classic novel is often considered the archetype of
romantic literature.
Builders Nhà xây dựng The skilled builders constructed the magnificent cathedral
over several decades.
Significant Quan trọng The discovery of ancient artifacts was a significant find
for archaeologists.
Milestone Cột mốc The completion of the project marked a milestone in the
company's history.
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Evolution Sự tiến hóa The evolution of technology has brought about significant
changes in our daily lives.
Monumental To lớn, trọng đại The monumental statue was a symbol of the nation's pride
and history.
Revolutionary Cách mạng The invention of the printing press was a revolutionary
advancement in communication.
PASSAGE 3
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Leading Dẫn đầu The leading expert in the field conducted the research.
Switch Chuyển đổi The company decided to switch to a more eco friendly
packaging material.
Disruptive Gây rối The new technology had a disruptive impact on the
market, forcing many businesses to adapt.
Capable Có khả năng The new smartphone is capable of handling multiple tasks
at once.
Judgement Sự phán xét The judge made a fair judgment based on the evidence
presented in court.
Enhance Nâng cao The software update will enhance the performance of the
computer.
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Legitimate Hợp pháp The company had a legitimate reason for increasing
prices due to rising production costs.
Discouraged Đánh mất lòng Despite facing challenges, the team was not discouraged
tin and continued to work hard.
Transparent Minh bạch The company's financial transactions are transparent, and
all records are accessible to stakeholders.
Dilemmas Khó khăn đối The manager faced ethical dilemmas when deciding how
mặt to handle the sensitive situation.
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Algorithm Thuật toán The algorithm efficiently processed vast amounts of data
to predict consumer behavior.
Perception Thị giác The artist's paintings often challenge the viewer's
perception of reality.
Multistage Đa giai đoạn The project involves a multistage process, with each stage
building on the previous one.
Redeployment Điều động lại After the company's restructuring, some employees were
offered redeployment to different departments.
Pre-empt Đề phòng trước Example: The government took measures to pre- empt
the economic crisis and stabilize the market.
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Democracy Dân chủ The country is known for its commitment to democracy
and individual rights.
Bold Táo bạo The CEO made a bold decision to invest in a new
technology that paid off in the long run.
Capacity Sức chứa The stadium has a seating capacity of 50,000 spectators.
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Guaranteed Đảm bảo The contract guarantees job security for all employees for
the next five years.
Revolution Cách mạng The invention of the internet sparked a revolution in the
way people communicate.
Seizing Nắm bắt The opportunity to expand into new markets is worth
seizing for the company's growth.
Capacity Sức chứa The new factory has the capacity to produce 10,000 units
per month.
Industrial Công nghiệp The industrial revolution transformed the economy and
led to significant technological advancements.
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Pronounced Rõ rệt The impact of the policy change on the economy was
pronounced and immediate.
Humankind Nhân loại Space exploration has expanded our understanding of the
universe and the potential for humankind to colonize
other planets.
Revolution Cách mạng The digital revolution has changed the way people access
information and communicate worldwide.
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Tradition Truyền thống The festival is a long standing tradition celebrated every
year by the community.
Customs Phong tục Each culture has its own unique customs and traditions.
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Carving Điêu khắc The intricate carving on the wooden door is a masterpiece
of craftsmanship.
Depictions Miêu tả The cave paintings provide depictions of ancient life and
culture.
Emblem Biểu tượng The national flag is considered the emblem of the
country's identity.
Fertility Sự sinh sản The fertility goddess was worshipped for her role in
bringing prosperity to the land.
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Neolithic Niên đại mới The transition from the Paleolithic to the Neolithic period
brought significant changes to human societies.
Luminescence Sự tỏa sáng The rocks emit a soft luminescence in the dark.
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Construction Xây dựng The construction of the ancient temple took several years
to complete.
Emblem Biểu tượng The eagle is often used as the emblem of courage and
strength.
Native Bản địa The tribe has preserved its native language and customs
for generations.
Mythology Thần thoại Greek mythology is filled with fascinating stories of gods
and heroes.
Significance Ý nghĩa The discovery of the rare artifact holds great historical
significance.
Glimpse Cái nhìn thoáng The old photograph provided a glimpse of life in the past.
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Controversial Gây tranh cãi The decision to implement the new policy was
controversial and sparked debate.
Testament Bằng chứng The ancient ruins are a testament to the greatness of the
civilization that once thrived here.
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Faded Phai mờ Over time, the colors of the old painting faded, making it
difficult to see the original details.
Origins Nguồn gốc The origins of the ancient artifact remain a mystery to
historians.
Puzzled Bối rối The researchers were puzzled by the strange markings on
the ancient artifact.
Worshiped Tôn sùng The ancient people worshipped the sun as a deity.
Thriving Phát đạt The once thriving city was reduced to ruins after the war.
Civilization Nền văn minh The ancient civilization left behind impressive
architectural wonders and artifacts.
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Populated Đông đúc The ancient city was once populated by a thriving
community of people.
Mess Lộn xộn If we don't clean up after the party, the place will be a
mess.
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Microbiome Vi sinh động học The human gut contains a diverse microbiome that plays
a crucial role in digestion.
Peril Nguy hiểm Ignoring climate change puts the planet in peril.
Context Bối cảnh It's important to consider the context when interpreting
someone's words.
Contentedly Hài lòng The cat sat contentedly in the sun, purring softly.
Swallow Nuốt Be careful not to swallow the pill without water; it may
get stuck in your throat.
Surround Bao quanh The beautiful garden is surrounded by a high stone wall.
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Utterly Hoàn toàn The landscape was utterly transformed after the volcanic
eruption.
Adept Thạo đời The chef was adept at creating exquisite dishes.
Entertain Giải trí The magician's tricks entertained the audience throughout
the show.
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Persuade Thuyết phục The speaker used convincing arguments to persuade the
audience to support the cause.
Endure Chịu đựng The ancient ruins have endured for centuries, standing as
a testament to the past civilization.
Mutually Lẫn nhau : The two countries agreed to mutually beneficial trade
agreements.
Disrupt Phá vỡ The noisy construction work disrupted the peace of the
neighborhood.
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Eliminate Loại bỏ The vaccine helped to eliminate the spread of the disease.
Affect Tác động The sudden news affected him deeply, and he couldn't
concentrate on his work.
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Halting Trình bày chậm His halting speech indicated his nervousness while
speaking in public.
Distaste Không thích She expressed her distaste for spicy food and preferred
mild flavors.
Enthusiasm Hăng hái The students showed great enthusiasm for the upcoming
school trip.
Neonatal Liên quan đến The hospital has a specialized unit for neonatal care.
trẻ sơ sinh
Coated Phủ lớp The walls of the building were coated with a special paint
to resist weather damage.
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Revered Tôn kính The ancient temple was revered by the local community.
Empirical Thực nghiệm The scientist conducted empirical studies to gather data
for the research
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Possess Sở hữu He was known to possess great knowledge in the field of
physics.
Exceptional Đặc biệt Her talent for playing the piano was truly exceptional.
Contextual Theo ngữ cảnh The meaning of a word can change depending on its
contextual use.
Enhance Nâng cao Regular exercise can enhance overall physical fitness.
Foster Khuyến khích The teacher aims to foster a positive learning environment
in the classroom.
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Experiential Trải nghiệm The program offers experiential learning opportunities for
students.
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Compromise Thỏa hiệp In negotiations, both parties need to be willing to
compromise to reach an agreement.
Perspective Quan điểm Different people may have different perspectives on the
same issue.
Unresolved Chưa được giải The conflict between the two parties remained
quyết unresolved.
Rely Dựa vào She can rely on her best friend for support in difficult
times.
Affective Liên quan đến The affective domain of learning involves emotions and
cảm xúc attitudes.
Forgiveness Sự tha thứ Learning to forgive others can bring peace and healing
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Cognitive Nhận thức The study explores the cognitive processes involved in
decision making.
Conceptual Khái niệm The artist expressed complex ideas through conceptual
art.
Generalized Tổng quát The researcher found generalized patterns in the data.
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Remarkable Đáng chú ý His ability to memorize long passages was truly
remarkable.
Affective Cảm tính The teacher's affective approach helped students feel
motivated to learn.
Forgiveness Sự tha thứ Learning to forgive others can bring peace and healing.
Understanding Hiểu biết The lawyer provided a clear understanding of the legal
situation.
Emotion Cảm xúc The movie evoked strong emotions in the audience.
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The sophisticated design of the new smartphone
Sophisticated Tinh vi impressed the tech enthusiasts.
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The book provided detailed descriptions of various exotic
Descriptions Mô tả locations.
Mortise (Pháp The carpenter used a mortise and tenon joint to create a
Mortise lệnh) sturdy furniture piece.
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Modern technology has superseded traditional methods in
Superseded Thay thế many industries.
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The stern of the ship was adorned with an intricate
Stern Đuôi (tàu) carving.
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The preservation of the historic landmark involved
Preservation Bảo tồn meticulous restoration and ongoing maintenance.
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Reindeer herders relied on their deep knowledge of the
Reindeer Tuần lộc land to guide their nomadic lifestyle.
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Frost- Bị ảnh hưởng The frost-weathered cliffs displayed unique patterns of
weathered bởi đá sông erosion caused by freezing temperatures.
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behind fascinating artifacts that offer glimpses into their
ancient ways of life.
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The potential for renewable energy sources to replace
Potential Tiềm năng fossil fuels is significant.
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Thermal insulation keeps the house warm during cold
Thermal Nhiệt winter months.
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Rhyme Vần thơ The poem's verses flowed with a perfect rhyme scheme.
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This method involved placing posts in a straight line to
guide the tunnel's route and digging vertical shafts at
Supply Cung cấp intervals.
The Persians' qanats, built 2,700 years ago, are still in use
Introduced Giới thiệu today, a remarkable testament to their engineering.
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The construction of massive pyramids in Egypt
Construction Xây dựng showcased their advanced engineering skills.
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Look out the window to enjoy the scenic views during the
Look Nhìn flight.
Plane Máy bay The plane took off smoothly and soared high in the sky.
Younger Trẻ nhỏ hơn The younger children happily ran around the playground.
The children were excited to visit the zoo and see the
Children Trẻ em animals.
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All the students were eager to participate in the science
All Tất cả experiment.
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Game- Thay đổi trò The invention of the internet was a game-changing
changing chơi moment in history.
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Electrical signals travel through the circuit to power
Circuit Mạch điện electronic devices.
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The implications of climate change are evident in extreme
Implications Hậu quả weather events.
PASSAGE 3
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We are planning a road trip to the mountains for the
Trip Chuyến đi summer vacation.
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The pacifier helped soothe the crying baby and gave the
Pacifier Bình an trị liệu parents some relief.
Liên kết thần Neuronal connections in the brain are crucial for
Neuronal kinh transmitting information.
Trình độ chữ Literacy rates have improved significantly over the past
Literacy viết decade in the country.
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Decoding encrypted messages requires advanced
Decoding Giải mã cryptographic knowledge.
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The sequencing of events in the novel adds to its suspense
Sequencing Xếp hàng and intrigue.
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The central stations in London are bustling hubs for
Stations Các nhà ga travelers and commuters.
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Her critical feedback on the project helped improve its
Critical Chính trị overall quality.
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The tunnel provides a convenient shortcut for commuters
Tunnel Hầm during rush hours.
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Among all the students, she stood out with her
Among Trong số exceptional academic performance.
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Convert Chuyển đổi online tools.
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The cozy cafe is nestled among the beautiful surrounding
Surrounding Xung quanh hills and forests.
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Liên kết với The interconnected network of computers allows
Interconnected nhau seamless data sharing among team members.
Có ảnh hưởng The benefits of regular exercise far outweigh the risks of
Outweigh lớn a sedentary lifestyle.
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Despite their best efforts, the team was defeated in the
Defeated Bị đánh bại championship match.
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A monument was built to memorialize the soldiers who
Memorialise Tưởng niệm sacrificed their lives in the war.
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Her recollections of the past brought back memories of
Recollections Kỷ niệm her childhood.
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Inhabitants Dân cư The island's inhabitants have lived there for generations.
Treasure Kho báu The treasure chest was hidden deep within the old castle.
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Chiselled Chạm khắc The intricate design was chiselled onto the stone pillar.
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The ancient manuscripts provided valuable insights into
Manuscripts Bản thảo history.
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Devout Sùng đạo The devout followers gathered at the temple for prayer.
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The handwritten manuscript was carefully preserved on
Manuscript Bản thảo parchment.
Pillaged Cướp bóc The ancient ruins were pillaged by treasure hunters.
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A healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables is considered
Desirable Mong muốn desirable for overall well-being.
The once tiny sapling has now grown into a tall, majestic
Grown Trưởng thành tree.
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Biologists study various organisms to understand their
Biologists Sinh học học behavior and characteristics.
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Lúa miền nhiệt Sorghum is a versatile crop used for food, animal feed,
Sorghum đới and biofuel production.
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The sprawling city has expanded rapidly over the years,
Sprawling Bành trướng covering a large area.
Phát triển mạnh With determination and hard work, he managed to thrive
Thrive mẽ in his chosen career.
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The beauty of nature can be found in the mesmerizing
Nature Tính chất landscapes and diverse wildlife.
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Một cách khoa The hypothesis was scientifically tested and proven
Scientifically học through rigorous experimentation.
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Scientists proposed various theories to explain the
Theories Lý thuyết mysterious phenomenon.
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The experiment yielded phenomenally positive results,
Phenomenally Phi thường exceeding all expectations.
Her naive belief in magic made her view the world with
Naive Ngây thơ wonder.
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Prey Mồi Lions often prey on zebras and wildebeests in the wild.
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The extinction of certain species is a concerning issue in
Extinction Tuyệt chủng today's world.
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Nocturnal Ban đêm Owls are nocturnal creatures, active during the night.
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The distemper outbreak among dogs led to several deaths
Distemper Bệnh cảm cúm in the neighborhood.
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Thợ săn tiền Bounty hunters were hired to capture dangerous criminals
Bounty hunters thưởng in the Wild West.
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The discovery of ancient inscriptions ascribed to an
Được quy cho, unknown civilization sparked excitement among
Ascribed gán cho researchers.
Được diễn tả, The artist expressed his emotions through the beautiful
Expressed bày tỏ paintings.
Prime breeding Mùa sinh sản Spring is the prime breeding season for many bird
season chính species.
Captive Mẫu vật được The zoo keeps captive specimens of endangered animals
specimens giam cầm to protect them from extinction.
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Đa dạng sinh Conservation efforts are crucial to protect the rich
Biodiversity học biodiversity of the coral reefs.
Hạn sử dụng tốt We must take steps to protect the environment for the
Best before nhất sake of our children's future.
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Đơn vị trồng Monoculture farming can lead to environmental issues
Monoculture trọt duy nhất and loss of genetic diversity.
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Competing in the global market can be challenging for
Competing Cạnh tranh small businesses.
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The data collected from the surveys provided valuable
Data Dữ liệu insights for the research project.
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The compilation of data from different sources provided a
Compilation Sưu tập comprehensive overview.
Máy bay trực The helicopter tour provided a breathtaking view of the
Helicopter thăng city from above.
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The thorough investigation led to a clear understanding of
Thorough Toàn diện the problem.
Policy Đề xuất chính The policy suggestions aim to address the growing
suggestions sách environmental concerns.
Tiến lên phía Going forward, we need to be more mindful of our impact
Going forward trước on the planet.
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Crucial Quan trọng Regular exercise is crucial for maintaining good health.
Protein Protein This protein is essential for muscle repair and growth.
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The strong relationship between the two countries has led
Relationship Mối quan hệ to fruitful collaborations.
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Insectivorous animals play a crucial role in controlling
Insectivorous Ăn côn trùng insect populations in the ecosystem.
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Decade Thập kỷ Over the last decade, technology has advanced rapidly.
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The research team created a comprehensive database to
Database Cơ sở dữ liệu store the information.
Compiled Tổng hợp The data was carefully compiled from various sources.
Tax Thuế The tax rate for businesses increased this year.
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Inventories Hàng tồn kho The store keeps detailed inventories of its products.
Education- Liên quan đến The school provides various education-related programs
related giáo dục to support students' learning.
Khả năng đếm Numeracy skills are essential for solving mathematical
Numeracy số problems.
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Her industriousness and dedication earned her a
Industriousness Chăm chỉ promotion.
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Reprimanded Bị quở trách He was reprimanded by his boss for being late to work.
Dominance Sự thống trị The dominance of the team in the league is remarkable.
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She actively engages in community service and charity
Engage Tham gia work.
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Opponents Đối thủ He defeated all his opponents in the chess championship.
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His adventurous spirit led him to explore the world
Adventure Cuộc phiêu lưu through chess competitions in various countries.
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Her remarkable achievements in the field of medicine
Remarkable Nổi bật earned her international recognition.
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The memories of the traumatic event were fragmented,
Fragmented Một phần making it difficult to piece together the whole story.
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