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As it was getting late, Lucy made a motion to ________________ the meeting.
As it was getting late, Lucy made a motion to ________________ the meeting.
adjourn
A boxer who deliberately uses tactics that the rules of the ring ____ will lose the bout.
A boxer who deliberately uses tactics that the rules of the ring ____ will lose the bout.
forbid
A letter with a(n) _____________ address is undeliverable.
A letter with a(n) _____________ address is undeliverable.
illegible
The complex has eighty unfurnished apartments to lease to __________ tenants and four furnished ones to accommodate ________ families.
The complex has eighty unfurnished apartments to lease to __________ tenants and four furnished ones to accommodate ________ families.
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It is illegal for a company to ____________________ toxic wastes into our state’s rivers.
It is illegal for a company to ____________________ toxic wastes into our state’s rivers.
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Those who ____________ say they will not support the proposed settlement unless it is made more favorable.
Those who ____________ say they will not support the proposed settlement unless it is made more favorable.
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Her remarks were not ___________ they had been prepared in advance.
Her remarks were not ___________ they had been prepared in advance.
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The corporation’s ____________ new line of breakfast cereals should enable it to extricate itself from its financial difficulties.
The corporation’s ____________ new line of breakfast cereals should enable it to extricate itself from its financial difficulties.
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Martha dashed out, _____________ leaving her keys behind.
Martha dashed out, _____________ leaving her keys behind.
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School closes for the Christmas recess on December 24 and resumes on January __.
School closes for the Christmas recess on December 24 and resumes on January __.
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Wendy shrank from the task of telling her parents about the car accident, but she finally got the __.
Wendy shrank from the task of telling her parents about the car accident, but she finally got the __.
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Some garments __ in washing.
Some garments __ in washing.
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When he learned of his failure, George thought of __ school.
When he learned of his failure, George thought of __ school.
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I had thought that $60 would __ for my school supplies.
I had thought that $60 would __ for my school supplies.
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I had to stand for the first half of the performance because I could not find a vacant __.
I had to stand for the first half of the performance because I could not find a vacant __.
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The showers have just stopped, but they may soon __ again.
The showers have just stopped, but they may soon __ again.
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Jobs, then, were not plentiful; now, there are __ openings.
Jobs, then, were not plentiful; now, there are __ openings.
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It may be unpleasant, but we must not shy away from doing our __.
It may be unpleasant, but we must not shy away from doing our __.
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These cups are __ for a special occasion.
These cups are __ for a special occasion.
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Study Notes
Vocabulary Word: Transient
- Definition: Temporary, not long-lasting, or fleeting.
- Example in context: Rain that lasts only a short period can be described as a transient shower.
Transient as a Noun
- Refers to a temporary guest or visitor.
- Hotels often accommodate mainly transients, with few permanent guests.
Sentence Completion Exercise
- Practice filling in the blanks with the appropriate vocabulary words to reinforce understanding.
Synonyms Exercise
- Replace repeated words in sentences with synonyms learned from the vocabulary lesson.
- Helps in expanding vocabulary and avoiding repetition in writing.
Antonyms Exercise
- Task involves selecting words that have opposite meanings to provided boldfaced words, enhancing understanding of word contrasts.
Concise Writing Exercise
- Encourages expressing thoughts succinctly, limiting responses to four words for clarity and brevity.
Examples of Vocabulary Usage
- "Permanent" can be used as the opposite of "transient."
- "Commendation" contrasts with terms relating to blame or criticism.
Contextual Understanding
- Recognizing words like "suitable" in various contexts (such as indicating appropriateness for a specific situation).
- Understanding roles of temporary versus permanent in various settings, including housing and employment.
Sentence Completion Exercise Overview
- Focus on utilizing context clues to fill in missing words in sentences.
- Examples provided involve various situational contexts such as holidays, emotional challenges, and common activities like school and sports.
Key Vocabulary and Contextual Usage
- Resume: Start again, as in the school resuming after Christmas.
- Shrink: To reduce in size, applicable to both fabric and personal emotions.
- Sober: Clear-minded; a consideration that emphasizes sound judgment.
- Suffice: Means to be enough; relates to budgeting for school supplies.
- Vacant: Unoccupied, often used when referring to seating availability.
Emotional and Social Dynamics
- Courageous Conversations: Highlights the challenge of discussing sensitive matters, such as accidents, with family.
- Consideration in Decisions: Importance of thoughtful reflection when facing setbacks or challenges, as seen in George's realization.
Practical Scenarios
- Performance Attendance: Addresses issues of finding seating and dealing with crowded venues.
- Social Commitments: Discusses the dynamics of being part of groups or committees.
Thematic Observations
- Transition in Employment: Reflects on past job scarcity and the current chances for employment.
- Handling Discomfort: Encompasses the idea of managing unpleasant situations, like pain, while fulfilling responsibilities during or after services.
Tasks and Inquiries
- Encourages engagement with questions related to the performance of tasks and the implications of decisions.
- Challenges the reader to draw on contextual evidence for conclusions in hypothetical scenarios.
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Description
Enhance your high school vocabulary with this quiz focusing on key terms and their meanings. Explore words like 'transient' through definitions and contextual examples. Perfect for students aiming to improve their language skills and understanding of nuanced vocabulary.
