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Learn the words and expressions used in this Real-Life English video.

WORDS / EXPRESSIONS + [Timestamp]

1. Deem [01:30]

2. Exponentially [03:39]

3. Contemplating [04:32]

4. Congeal [10:08]

5. Sooner rather than later [10:22]

6. Feasible [11:00]

7. Raggedy [16:08]

8. Affinity [19:42]

9. Repel [20:05]

10. Epigrams [23:34]

11. Polarity [25:51]

12. Reputation [33:22]

13. Fulfillment [41:28]

14. Fudge [42:06]

15. Piece of cake [43:42]

16. Minutia [46:30]

17. Implode [49:59]

18. Replenish [51:22]

19. Subdue [51:23]

20. Dominion [51:23]

21. Demonizing [54:51]

22. Conviction [56:15]

23. Tactical [57:36]

24. Mediums [58:49]

25. Admission [01:01:32]

DEFINITIONS & SENTENCES

1. Deem:
   • Definition: To form or have an opinion; to judge; to think.
   • Example sentences:
     1. I deem it necessary to consult with my team before making a decision.
     2. The committee will deem the proposal based on its potential impact.
     3. The judge will deem the evidence admissible in the court.
2. Exponentially:
   • Definition: In an exponential manner; at an increasingly rapid rate.
   • Example sentences:
     1. The company’s profits have grown exponentially over the past year.
     2. With the advancement in technology, computational power has increased exponentially.
     3. The number of COVID-19 cases has been rising exponentially in some regions.
3. Contemplating:
   • Definition: To think deeply about something for a long time; to consider carefully.
   • Example sentences:
     1. She sat in the garden, contemplating the beauty of nature.
     2. After receiving multiple job offers, he is contemplating his next career move.
     3. Contemplating the consequences, he decided to confess his mistake.
4. Congeal:
   • Definition: To change from a liquid to a solid state; to solidify.
   • Example sentences:
     1. The hot wax began to congeal as it cooled down.
     2. The cold weather caused the water in the pipes to congeal.
     3. The chef added gelatin to the mixture to help it congeal into a dessert.
5. Sooner rather than later:
   • Definition: Without delay; as soon as possible.
   • Example sentences:
     1. Please submit your report sooner rather than later.
     2. It’s important to address this issue sooner rather than later.
     3. The project deadline is approaching, so we need to finalize our plans sooner rather than later.
6. Feasible:
   • Definition: Possible to do easily or conveniently; likely; probable.
   • Example sentences:
     1. The proposed budget cuts are not feasible for the company’s operations.
     2. Is it feasible to finish this project by the end of the month?
     3. After assessing the risks, we determined that the plan was feasible.
7. Raggedy:
   • Definition: Scruffy, tattered, or unkempt in appearance.
   • Example sentences:
     1. She wore a raggedy old sweater to the picnic.
     2. The abandoned house had a raggedy roof and broken windows.
     3. Despite the raggedy appearance, the old teddy bear held sentimental value.
8. Affinity:
   • Definition: A spontaneous or natural liking or sympathy for someone or something.
   • Example sentences:
     1. I feel an affinity for classical music.
     2. She has an affinity for animals, which is why she volunteers at the shelter.
     3. There is an undeniable affinity between the two artists’ styles.
9. Repel:
   • Definition: To drive or force back; to provide resistance or opposition.
   • Example sentences:
     1. The strong odor repelled the visitors from entering the room.
     2. The umbrella’s coating repels water and keeps you dry.
     3. The magnetic fields repel each other when the like poles are brought together.
10. Epigrams:
    • Definition: A concise, clever, and often paradoxical statement or poem.
    • Example sentences:
      1. The author often ends her chapters with witty epigrams.
      2. Oscar Wilde was known for his sharp and memorable epigrams.
      3. The ancient philosopher was famous for his collection of epigrams.
11. Polarity:
    • Definition: The property of having two opposite tendencies or properties.
    • Example sentences:
      1. The polarity of the magnet determines its attraction or repulsion.
      2. In chemistry, molecules with opposite electrical charges exhibit polarity.
      3. The political debate showcased the polarity of opinions among the participants.
12. Reputation:
    • Definition: The beliefs or opinions that are generally held about someone or something.
    • Example sentences:
      1. His reputation as a reliable employee led to a promotion.
      2. The company’s commitment to quality has earned them a favorable reputation.
      3. A good reputation takes years to build but can be easily tarnished.
13. Fulfillment:
    • Definition: The achievement of something desired, promised, or predicted.
    • Example sentences:
      1. Completing the marathon was a moment of great fulfillment for Sarah.
      2. Helping others brings a sense of fulfillment and satisfaction.
      3. The fulfillment of his dream was a result of hard work and perseverance.
14. Fudge:
    • Definition: To manipulate or adjust something in order to deceive or present a false impression.
    • Example sentences:
      1. The manager tried to fudge the numbers to show higher profits.
      2. Politicians often fudge their promises during election campaigns.
      3. She had to admit that her excuse was a fudge to avoid responsibility.
15. Piece of cake:
    • Definition: Something very easy to do.
    • Example sentences:
      1. I thought the exam would be difficult, but it turned out to be a piece of cake.
      2. Mary said that fixing the leaky faucet was a piece of cake.
      3. Cooking pasta is a piece of cake once you know the right technique.
16. Minutia:
    • Definition: The small, precise, or trivial details of something.
    • Example sentences:
      1. She was meticulous in handling all the minutiae of the project.
      2. The contract was thorough, including the minutiae to avoid misunderstandings.
      3. The editor requested that the writer pay attention to the minutiae of grammar and punctuation.
17. Implode:
    • Definition: To collapse or cause to collapse violently inwards.
    • Example sentences:
      1. The building’s weak structure caused it to implode during the earthquake.
      2. The financial crisis caused the company to implode, leading to bankruptcy.
      3. The pressure inside the container caused it to implode when punctured.
18. Replenish:
    • Definition: To fill something up again; to restore or make full or complete again.
    • Example sentences:
      1. Please remember to replenish the office supplies when they run low.
      2. After the workout, it’s important to replenish your body with fluids.
      3. The rain helped to replenish the water levels in the reservoir.
19. Subdue:
    • Definition: To bring under control or to make less intense.
    • Example sentences:
      1. The police managed to subdue the violent suspect without injury.
      2. She took a deep breath to subdue her rising anger.
      3. The tranquilizer dart was used to subdue the aggressive animal.
20. Dominion:
    • Definition: Control or the exercise of control; sovereignty.
    • Example sentences:
      1. The king ruled with absolute dominion over the land.
      2. The emperor had dominion over vast territories in ancient times.
      3. As a parent, she had dominion over the rules of the household.
21. Demonizing:
    • Definition: Portraying or characterizing as evil or monstrous.
    • Example sentences:
      1. The media’s constant demonizing of certain groups has led to increased polarization in society.
      2. Politicians often resort to demonizing their opponents to rally support from their base.
      3. It is important to avoid demonizing individuals based on their beliefs or backgrounds.
22. Conviction:
    • Definition: A firmly held belief or opinion.
    • Example sentences:
      1. She spoke with conviction about the importance of environmental conservation.
      2. His conviction that hard work always pays off kept him motivated during challenging times.
      3. The defendant maintained his innocence with unwavering conviction throughout the trial.
23. Tactical:
    • Definition: Relating to or constituting actions carefully planned to gain a specific end.
    • Example sentences:
      1. The team’s tactical approach to the game helped them secure a victory.
      2. The company implemented tactical pricing strategies to attract more customers.
      3. The general devised a tactical retreat to regroup and reassess the situation.
24. Mediums:
    • Definition: A means of communication or expression.
    • Example sentences:
      1. Social media has become one of the most popular mediums for advertising.
      2. Artists often experiment with different mediums to create unique works of art.
      3. Television and radio are traditional mediums for broadcasting news and entertainment.
25. Admission:
    • Definition: Confession or acknowledgment of the truth of something.
    • Example sentences:
      1. Her admission of guilt led to a reduction in her sentence.
      2. The student’s admission of plagiarism resulted in academic consequences.
      3. The company’s admission of wrongdoing signaled a commitment to improving their practices.