Everyday English Core Vocabulary

Lesson 74 Quantity and Measurement · Society and Law

Build confidence with 10 useful words connected to quantity and measurement, society and law, and actions and movement.

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# Word Example sentence Listen Slow

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snap (verb)verb
“Do not snap the thin wooden stick.”
2
probability (noun)noun
“There is little probability of rain today.”
3
leather (noun)noun
“His boots are made from brown leather.”
4
uncertainty (noun)noun
“The uncertainty made everyone feel nervous.”
5
swear (verb)verb
“I swear to keep your secret safe.”
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refugee (noun)noun
“The refugee found safety in a new country.”
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shore (noun)noun
“Children collected shells along the shore.”
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monthly (adjective)adjective
“Our monthly meeting happens on Friday.”
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comprise (verb)verb
“The team will comprise six experienced players.”
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stir (verb)verb
“Stir the soup slowly with a spoon.”