Lesson 10B

a change in a person or thing caused by another person or thing

Climate change can have a drastic effect on animal habitats.

to not be able to remember something or someone from the past

It's easy to forget passwords, so it's essential to use a secure system.

the state of being free from illness or injury

Daily exercise improves your overall health.

to become knowledgeable or skilled in something by doing it, studying, or being taught

He learned valuable negotiation skills by watching experienced negotiators in action

a bright flash, caused by electricity, in the sky or one that hits the ground from within the clouds

The sky lit up with a brilliant flash of lightning during the storm.

(of people or events) professional, especially in sports

He demonstrated pro-level skills during the championship game.

with little or no noise

The library was quiet, with only the sound of pages turning.

to provide something needed or wanted

The grocery store will supply fresh produce and other essentials to the community.

containing sugar or having a taste that is like sugar

He likes the sweet taste of fresh strawberries.

to make something happen, usually something bad

Please don't cause any more problems in class.

to deceive someone in order to deprive them of something, such as money, property, or information

The scammer conned elderly individuals into giving them their life savings by posing as a bank representative over the phone.

to ask something from someone in an urgent and forceful manner

The workers decided to demand higher wages and better working conditions during the negotiations.

to stop being angry or blaming someone for what they have done, and to choose not to punish them for their mistakes or flaws

After much reflection, she decided to forgive her friend for the misunderstanding.

to or toward the front

She stepped forward to address the audience.

to have your home somewhere specific

She prefers to live in a quiet country side away from crowded cities.

a period or state where there is no war or violence

After years of conflict, the region finally experienced a period of lasting peace and stability.

the condition of being protected and not affected by any potential risk or threat

The company prioritizes safety by regularly inspecting equipment and training employees to avoid accidents.

having a below-average distance between two points

She wore a shirt with short sleeves to stay cool in the summer heat.

the loud crackling noise that is heard from the sky during a storm

The thunder rattled the windows during the intense storm.

annoyed or disgusted by someone or something one has been dealing with for a long time

After months of dealing with bureaucratic red tape, he's finally sick and tired of trying to get his paperwork processed correctly.

jobs or things that are different in type and small either in size, number, or significance

The puzzle was missing a few bits and pieces, making it impossible to complete.

on occasions that are not regular or frequent

They visit their hometown now and again.

to be patient in order to find out about the outcome, answer, or future happenings

We’ll just have to wait and see if the weather improves for our picnic tomorrow.

used to indicate that something is mostly the case or generally true

By and large, people in this town are friendly and welcoming.

a state of society where laws are followed, and public safety is maintained

Without law and order, society would fall into chaos.

not damaged or injured in any way

After a long journey, Sarah arrived at her destination safe and sound, much to the relief of her family.

movements or actions that happen with a lot of speed

The athlete's performance in the race was characterized by touch-and-go movements as he sprinted towards the finish line.

in or to the direction opposite to the front

She took a step backward to create some space.