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5 Vocabulary Words + Timestamps |
Teetering [00:53]
Course of the year [01:05]
Subpar [01:52]
Deal-breaker [01:54]
Sticking [01:56]
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Definitions & Example Sentences |
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1. Teetering |
Definition: Balancing or moving unsteadily. |
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The tall stack of books was teetering on the edge of the desk.
She stood teetering in her high heels, trying not to fall over.
The company is teetering on the brink of bankruptcy after a series of financial mishaps.
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2. Course of the year |
Definition: Referring to the progression or sequence of events within a year. |
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Over the course of the year, the students will be introduced to a wide range of subjects.
As the gardening season unfolds, the appearance of the garden will change dramatically in the course of the year.
The small startup grew rapidly in the course of the year, doubling its workforce and tripling its revenue.
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3. Subpar |
Definition: Not meeting the usual standard of quality. |
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The team's performance this season has been subpar, resulting in a lot of lost games.
After receiving a subpar rating, the restaurant manager implemented several changes to improve service and food quality.
Despite its subpar special effects, the movie gained a cult following for its compelling story and characters.
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4. Deal-breaker |
Definition: An issue within a negotiation that is significant enough to cause one party to withdraw from an agreement. |
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Finding out the house had a severe termite infestation was the deal-breaker for the potential buyers.
During the interview, the candidate mentioned that relocation would be a deal-breaker for accepting the position.
He considered the lack of paid vacation time to be a deal-breaker when evaluating the job offer.
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5. Sticking |
Definition: Adhering or clinging to a surface, substance, or idea. |
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The label was sticking to the jar so firmly that it couldn't be peeled off easily.
Snowflakes were sticking to the window, frosting the glass with opaque patterns.
She has trouble sticking to her decision to wake up early every morning for a jog.
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