Everyday English Core Vocabulary

Lesson 10 Work and Study · Thinking and Knowing

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

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persuade (verb)verb
“She tried to persuade him to join.”
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inspire (verb)verb
“Her success can inspire young athletes everywhere.”
3
grand (adjective)adjective
“They planned a grand celebration for the anniversary.”
4
hence (adverb)adverb
“The new library will open two months hence.”
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crew (noun)noun
“The ship crew prepared for the storm.”
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phenomenon (noun)noun
“Scientists studied the strange weather phenomenon carefully.”
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pupil (noun)noun
“Each pupil completed the reading task quietly.”
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FALSE (adjective)adjective
“The claim was FALSE, as records showed.”
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assist (verb)verb
“A nurse will assist the doctor today.”
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restore (verb)verb
“Workers will restore the old bridge soon.”