Everyday English Core Vocabulary

Lesson 96 Thinking and Knowing · Society and Law

Build confidence with 10 useful words connected to thinking and knowing, society and law, and health and the body.

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plot (noun)noun
“Police discovered a plot to steal the painting.”
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neck (noun)noun
“She wore a scarf around her neck.”
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criteria (noun)noun
“Price and safety are important criteria for buyers.”
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primarily (adverb)adverb
“This book is primarily for young learners.”
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integrate (verb)verb
“The program can integrate photos with written notes.”
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criticism (noun)noun
“The actor accepted criticism about his performance calmly.”
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convention (noun)noun
“Our company sent three staff members to the convention.”
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bet (verb)verb
“I bet ten dollars on the home team.”
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retain (verb)verb
“Students retain information through regular practice.”
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sequence (noun)noun
“Follow the sequence of steps to make soup.”