Everyday English Core Vocabulary

Lesson 74 Thinking and Knowing · Work and Study

Build confidence with 10 useful words connected to thinking and knowing, work and study, and feelings and relationships.

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depend (verb)verb
“Young children depend on adults for care.”
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race (noun)noun
“She won the race by two seconds.”
3
recognize (verb)verb
“I recognize that face from our old school.”
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window (noun)noun
“Open the window to let fresh air in.”
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purpose (noun)noun
“The purpose of this tool is safety.”
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department (noun)noun
“Ask the sales department about your order.”
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gain (verb)verb
“Students gain confidence through regular practice.”
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tree (noun)noun
“A tall tree shades our garden bench.”
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college (noun)noun
“My sister studies art at college.”
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argue (verb)verb
“The students argue for longer library hours.”