WORDS / EXPRESSIONS + [Timestamp]

On the fence [01:30]
Durability [01:51]
Kicking around [02:17]
Definitive [02:21]
Ultrasonic [03:07]
Reliable [03:17]
Conclusive [03:23]
Patchy [03:32]
Flitting [03:34]
Modem [03:42]
Whip out [04:55]
Disparity [06:17]
Fiddly [07:06]
Alleviate [07:17]
Half-baked [07:23]
Fiddle [08:00]
Resembles [11:02]
Reproduction [12:23]
Falls behind [12:40]
Detection [12:42]
Stabilization [14:03]
Obliviously [14:46]
Diabolical [15:25]
Contenders [18:01]
Kitting out [18:02]

DEFINITIONS & SENTENCES

On the fence
- Definition: To be undecided or neutral about a particular issue or decision.
- Example sentences:
  - Jane is still on the fence about which college to attend.
  - The committee members were on the fence about the proposed policy changes.
  - Tom was on the fence about whether to take the job offer or not.
Durability
- Definition: The ability to withstand wear, pressure, or damage over a long period of time.
- Example sentences:
  - The durability of the new smartphone was tested under extreme conditions.
  - This brand of shoes is known for its durability and long-lasting quality.
  - The durability of the car’s engine was impressive, withstanding many miles of travel.
Kicking around
- Definition: To casually discuss or consider something without making a decision or commitment.
- Example sentences:
  - We’ve been kicking around the idea of taking a road trip this summer.
  - The team has been kicking around different strategies for the upcoming project.
  - James and Lisa have been kicking around the idea of starting their own business.
Definitive
- Definition: Clear and conclusive; providing a final answer or resolution.
- Example sentences:
  - The scientist presented definitive evidence to support her hypothesis.
  - The judge’s ruling was definitive, leaving no room for further debate.
  - The team achieved a definitive victory in the championship game.
Ultrasonic
- Definition: Relating to or utilizing sound waves that have a frequency above the range of human hearing.
- Example sentences:
  - The ultrasonic device was used to detect cracks in the metal structure.
  - Ultrasonic cleaning technology is commonly used in industrial and medical applications.
  - The engineers developed an ultrasonic sensor for detecting objects in autonomous vehicles.
Reliable
- Definition: Able to be trusted or depended on; consistently good in quality or performance.
- Example sentences:
  - Sarah is a reliable employee who always completes her tasks on time.
  - The old car may not look impressive, but it’s reliable and has never broken down.
  - This brand is known for producing reliable and durable home appliances.
Conclusive
- Definition: Leading to a definite result or conclusion; serving to settle an issue.
- Example sentences:
  - The DNA evidence provided conclusive proof of the suspect’s guilt.
  - After hours of debate, the team reached a conclusive decision on the budget proposal.
  - The findings from the study were conclusive, providing clear answers to the research questions.
Patchy
- Definition: Irregular or uneven in quality, appearance, or distribution.
- Example sentences:
  - The TV reception was patchy, with some channels coming in clearly and others not at all.
  - The field of wildflowers had a patchy distribution, with some areas more densely populated than others.
  - The painting showed a patchy application of color, suggesting hurried or careless brushwork.
Flitting
- Definition: Moving quickly and lightly from one place or thing to another.
- Example sentences:
  - The butterflies were flitting among the flowers in the garden.
  - The children were flitting around the playground, playing different games.
  - Her eyes were flitting nervously from person to person in the crowded room.
Modem
- Definition: A device or program that enables a computer to transmit data over telephone or cable lines.
- Example sentences:
  - Our new modem provides faster internet speed and more reliable connectivity.
  - The technician installed a new modem to improve the office’s network performance.
  - If your modem is not working properly, you may experience difficulties accessing the internet.
Whip out
- Definition: To produce or take out something quickly and easily.
- Example sentences:
  - Sarah whipped out her phone to take a quick photo of the sunset.
  - The chef whipped out a delicious dessert in just a few minutes.
  - He always manages to whip out a witty comeback in any situation.
Disparity
- Definition: A great difference or inequality, typically in age, rank, or income.
- Example sentences:
  - The study highlighted the growing wealth disparity between the rich and the poor.
  - There is a clear disparity in the educational opportunities available to students in urban and rural areas.
  - The company aims to address the gender disparity in its leadership positions.
Fiddly
- Definition: (British informal) Requiring close attention to detail; fussy or intricate.
- Example sentences:
  - The watchmaker’s job was fiddly and required steady hands and magnifying glasses.
  - The toy assembly instructions were so fiddly that it took hours to put together.
  - She found the delicate embroidery work to be fiddly but rewarding.
Alleviate
- Definition: To make (suffering, deficiency, or a problem) less severe.
- Example sentences:
  - The medication helped alleviate her chronic pain.
  - Regular exercise can alleviate stress and improve overall well-being.
  - The charity’s efforts aim to alleviate hunger in underprivileged communities.
Half-baked
- Definition: Not fully thought through or lacking in completeness or substance.
- Example sentences:
  - The proposal was rejected for being half-baked and lacking feasible solutions.
  - His half-baked plan to start a business without any market research ultimately failed.
  - The manager dismissed the employee’s half-baked idea as unworkable.
Fiddle
- Definition: To touch or tinker with something in a restless or fidgety manner.
- Example sentences:
  - Stop fiddling with your pen and focus on the task at hand.
  - She absentmindedly fiddled with the necklace around her neck during the meeting.
  - The child fiddled with the buttons on the remote control, unaware of the consequences.
Resembles
- Definition: To have a similar appearance or quality to someone or something; to be like or similar to.
- Example sentences:
  - The newly discovered species closely resembles a known dinosaur from the same era.
  - His artistic style resembles that of the famous painter he studied under.
  - The architecture of the building resembles that of ancient Greek temples.
Reproduction
- Definition: The action or process of making a copy or duplicate of something; the production of offspring by an animal or plant.
- Example sentences:
  - The artist authorized the reproduction of her paintings for a limited edition print run.
  - The reproduction of the virus within the host cell is a crucial stage in its life cycle.
  - Wildlife conservation efforts often focus on ensuring the reproduction of endangered species.
Falls behind
- Definition: To fail to keep up with someone or something; to lag or be left behind.
- Example sentences:
  - Without additional funding, the school risks falling behind in technology integration.
  - The team’s lack of preparation caused them to fall behind their competitors.
  - Regular practice is essential so that you don’t fall behind in mastering a skill.
Detection
- Definition: The action or process of identifying the presence of something concealed or obscured.
- Example sentences:
  - Early detection of cancer can greatly improve treatment outcomes and survival rates.
  - The detection of fraudulent activities prompted an internal investigation within the company.
  - The security system’s advanced sensors enable quick and accurate detection of intruders.
Stabilization
- Definition: The act or process of making something stable, steady, or unchanging.
- Example sentences:
  - The government implemented policies aimed at the stabilization of the economy.
  - The addition of stabilizers to the ship’s design improved its stabilization during rough seas.
  - Physical therapy helped with the stabilization of the patient’s injured knee.
Obliviously
- Definition: In a manner showing a lack of awareness, unconsciously, or obliviousness.
- Example sentences:
  - She obliviously walked into the room, unaware of the surprise party being planned for her.
  - The children giggled obliviously while their parents discussed serious matters.
  - The children giggled obliviously while their parents discussed serious matters.
Diabolical
- Definition: Extremely wicked or cruel; characteristic of the devil or a devil.
- Example sentences:
  - The villain devised a diabolical plan to take over the city.
  - The diabolical laughter sent shivers down our spines in the haunted house.
  - The movie’s plot twist revealed the diabolical motives of the main antagonist.
Contenders
- Definition: Those who compete for a prize, title, or position in a contest or competition.
- Example sentences:
  - The top contenders in the race were neck and neck as they approached the finish line.
  - The contenders in the spelling bee were all well-prepared and confident.
  - As the championship tournament progressed, the contenders‘ strategies became more intense.
Kitting out
- Definition: The process of providing or equipping someone or something with the necessary items, gear, or equipment.
- Example sentences:
  - The outdoor store specializes in kitting out hikers with top-of-the-line backpacks and camping gear.
  - The company was kitting out its employees with new laptops and mobile devices.
  - The school’s sports teams were kitted out in matching uniforms for the upcoming tournament.