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VOA Learning English Vocabulary Definitions: Letters S-Z<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

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  1. sabotage<\/strong> \u2013 v. to damage or destroy as an act against an organization or nation<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. sacrifice<\/strong> \u2013 v. to do without something or to suffer a loss for a belief, idea, goal or another person<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. sad<\/strong> \u2013 ad. not happy<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. safe<\/strong> \u2013 ad. away from harm or danger<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. sail<\/strong> \u2013 v. to travel by boat or ship<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. sailor<\/strong> \u2013 n. a person involved in sailing a boat or ship<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. salt<\/strong> \u2013 n. a white substance found in sea water and in the ground, used to affect the taste of food<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. same<\/strong> \u2013 ad. not different; not changed; like another or others<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. sand<\/strong> \u2013 n. extremely small pieces of crushed rock found in large amounts in deserts and on coasts<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  10. satellite<\/strong> \u2013 n. a small object in space that moves around a larger object; an object placed in orbit around the earth<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  11. satisfy<\/strong> \u2013 v. to give or provide what is desired, needed or demanded<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  12. save<\/strong> \u2013 v. to make safe; to remove from harm; to keep for future use<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  13. say<\/strong> \u2013 v. to speak; to express in words<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  14. school<\/strong> \u2013 n. a place for education; a place where people go to learn<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  15. science<\/strong> \u2013 n. the study of nature and the actions of natural things, and the knowledge gained about them<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  16. sea<\/strong> \u2013 n. a large area of salt water, usually part of an ocean<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  17. search<\/strong> \u2013 v. to look for carefully<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  18. season<\/strong> \u2013 n. one of the four periods of the year that is based on the earth’s position toward the sun (spring, summer, autumn, winter); a period of time based on different weather conditions (“dry season”, “rainy season”); a period during the year when something usually happens (“baseball season”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  19. seat<\/strong> \u2013 n. a thing to sit on; a place to sit or the right to sit there (“a seat in parliament”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  20. second<\/strong> \u2013 ad. the one that comes after the first<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  21. secret<\/strong> \u2013 n. something known only to a few and kept from general knowledge; ad. hidden from others; known only to a few<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  22. security<\/strong> \u2013 n. freedom from danger or harm; protection; measures necessary to protect a person or place (“Security was increased in the city.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  23. see<\/strong> \u2013 v. to know or sense through the eyes; to understand or know<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  24. seed<\/strong> \u2013 n. the part of a plant from which new plants grow<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  25. seek(ing)<\/strong> \u2013 v. to search for (“They are seeking a cure for cancer.”); to try to get (“She is seeking election to public office.”); to plan to do (“Electric power companies are seeking to reduce their use of coal.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  26. seem<\/strong> \u2013 v. to appear to be (“She seems to be in good health.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  27. seize<\/strong> \u2013 v. to take quickly by force; to take control of quickly; to arrest<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  28. self<\/strong> \u2013 n. all that which makes one person different from others<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  29. sell<\/strong> \u2013 v. to give something in exchange for money<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  30. Senate<\/strong> \u2013 n. the smaller of the two groups in the governments of some countries, such as in the United States Congress<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  31. send<\/strong> \u2013 v. to cause to go; to permit to go; to cause to be carried, taken or directed to or away from a place<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  32. sense<\/strong> \u2013 v. to come to know about by feeling, believing or understanding; n. any of the abilities to see, hear, taste, smell or feel<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  33. sentence<\/strong> \u2013 v. to declare the punishment for a crime; n. the punishment for a crime<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  34. separate<\/strong> \u2013 v. to set or keep people, things or ideas away from or independent from others; ad. not together or connected; different<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  35. series<\/strong> \u2013 n. a number of similar things or events that follow one after another in time, position or order<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  36. serious<\/strong> \u2013 ad. important; needing careful consideration; dangerous<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  37. serve<\/strong> \u2013 v. to work as an official; to be employed by the government; to assist or help<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  38. service<\/strong> \u2013 n. an organization or system that provides something for the public (“Schools and roads are services paid for by taxes.”); a job that an organization or business can do for money; military organizations such as an army, navy or air force; a religious ceremony<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  39. set<\/strong> \u2013 v. to put in place or position; to establish a time, price or limit<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  40. settle<\/strong> \u2013 v. to end (a dispute); to agree about (a problem); to make a home in a new place<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  41. several<\/strong> \u2013 ad. three or more, but not many<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  42. severe<\/strong> \u2013 ad. not gentle; causing much pain, sadness or damage<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  43. sex<\/strong> \u2013 n. either the male or the female group into which all people and animals are divided because of their actions in producing young; the physical activity by which humans and animals can produce young<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  44. shake<\/strong> \u2013 v. to move or cause to move in short, quick movements<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  45. shape<\/strong> \u2013 v. to give form to; n. the form of something, especially how it looks<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  46. share<\/strong> \u2013 v. to give part of something to another or others; n. a part belonging to, given to or owned by a single person or a group; any one of the equal parts of ownership of a business or company<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  47. sharp<\/strong> \u2013 ad. having a thin edge or small point that can cut or hurt; causing hurt or pain<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  48. she<\/strong> \u2013 pro. the girl or woman who is being spoken about<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  49. sheep<\/strong> \u2013 n. a farm animal used for its meat and hair<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  50. shell<\/strong> \u2013 v. to fire artillery; n. a metal container that is fired from a large gun and explodes when it reaches its target; a hard outside cover<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  51. shelter<\/strong> \u2013 v. to protect or give protection to; n. something that gives protection; a place of safety<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  52. shine<\/strong> \u2013 v. to aim a light; to give bright light; to be bright; to clean to make bright<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  53. ship<\/strong> \u2013 v. to transport; n. a large boat<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  54. shock<\/strong> \u2013 v. to cause to feel sudden surprise or fear; n. something that greatly affects the mind or emotions; a powerful shake, as from an earthquake<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  55. shoe<\/strong> \u2013 n. a covering for the foot<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  56. shoot<\/strong> \u2013 v. to cause a gun or other weapon to send out an object designed to kill; to use a gun<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  57. short<\/strong> \u2013 ad. lasting only for a small period of time; not long; opposite tall<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  58. should<\/strong> \u2013 v. used with another verb (action word) to show responsibility (“We should study.”), probability (“The talks should begin soon.”), or that something is believed to be a good idea (“Criminals should be punished.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  59. shout<\/strong> \u2013 v. to speak very loudly<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  60. show<\/strong> \u2013 v. to make something be seen; to make known; n. a play or story presented in a theater, or broadcast on radio or television, for enjoyment or education; something organized to be seen by the public<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  61. shrink<\/strong> \u2013 v. to make or become less in size, weight or value<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  62. sick<\/strong> \u2013 ad. suffering physically or mentally with a disease or other problem; not in good health<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  63. sickness<\/strong> \u2013 n. the condition of being in bad health<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  64. side<\/strong> \u2013 n. the outer surfaces of an object that are not the top or bottom; parts away from the middle; either the right or left half of the body<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  65. sign<\/strong> \u2013 v. to write one’s name; n. a mark or shape used to mean something; evidence that something exists or will happen; a flat piece of material with writing that gives information<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  66. signal<\/strong> \u2013 v. to send a message by signs; n. an action or movement that sends a message<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  67. silence<\/strong> \u2013 v. to make quiet; to stop from speaking or making noise; n. a lack of noise or sound<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  68. silver<\/strong> \u2013 n. a valued white metal<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  69. similar<\/strong> \u2013 ad. like something else but not exactly the same<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  70. simple<\/strong> \u2013 ad. easy to understand or do; not difficult or complex<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  71. since<\/strong> \u2013 prep. from a time in the past until now (“I have known her since we went to school together.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  72. sing<\/strong> \u2013 v. to make music sounds with the voice<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  73. single<\/strong> \u2013 ad. one only<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  74. sink<\/strong> \u2013 v. to go down into water or other liquid<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  75. sister<\/strong> \u2013 n. a female with the same father or mother as another person<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  76. sit<\/strong> \u2013 v. to rest on the lower part of the body without the support of the legs; to become seated<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  77. situation<\/strong> \u2013 n. the way things are during a period of time<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  78. size<\/strong> \u2013 n. the space occupied by something; how long, wide or high something is<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  79. skeleton<\/strong> \u2013 n. all the bones of a human or other animal together in their normal positions<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  80. skill<\/strong> \u2013 n. the ability gained from training or experience<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  81. skin<\/strong> \u2013 n. the outer covering of humans and most animals<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  82. sky<\/strong> \u2013 n. the space above the earth<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  83. slave<\/strong> \u2013 n. a person owned or controlled by another<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  84. sleep<\/strong> \u2013 v. to rest the body and mind with the eyes closed<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  85. slide<\/strong> \u2013 v. to move smoothly over a surface<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  86. slow<\/strong> \u2013 v. to reduce the speed of; ad. not fast in moving, talking or other activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  87. small<\/strong> \u2013 ad. little in size or amount; few in number; not important; opposite large<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  88. smash<\/strong> \u2013 v. to break or be broken into small pieces by force; to hit or move with force<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  89. smell<\/strong> \u2013 v. to sense through the nose; n. something sensed by the nose (“the smell of food cooking”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  90. smoke<\/strong> \u2013 v. to use cigarettes or other tobacco products by burning them and breathing in the smoke; n. that which can be seen rising into the air like a cloud from something burning<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  91. smooth<\/strong> \u2013 ad. having a level surface; opposite rough<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  92. snow<\/strong> \u2013 n. soft, white pieces of frozen water that fall from the sky, usually in winter or when the air temperature is very cold<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  93. so<\/strong> \u2013 ad. in such a way that (“He held the flag so all could see it.”); also; too (“She left early, and so did we.”); very (“I am so sick.”); as a result (“They were sick, so they could not come.”); conj. in order that; for the purpose of (“Come early so we can discuss the plans.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  94. social<\/strong> \u2013 ad. of or about people or a group<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  95. soft<\/strong> \u2013 ad. not hard; easily shaped; pleasing to touch; not loud<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  96. soil<\/strong> \u2013 n. earth in which plants grow<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  97. soldier<\/strong> \u2013 n. a person in the army<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  98. solid<\/strong> \u2013 ad. having a hard shape with no empty spaces inside; strong; not in the form of a liquid or gas<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  99. solve<\/strong> \u2013 v. to find an answer; to settle<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  100. some<\/strong> \u2013 ad. of an amount or number or part not stated; not all<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  101. son<\/strong> \u2013 n. a person’s male child<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  102. soon<\/strong> \u2013 ad. not long after the present time; quickly<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  103. sort<\/strong> \u2013 n. any group of people or things that are the same or are similar in some way; a kind of something<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  104. sound<\/strong> \u2013 n. fast\u2013moving waves of energy that affect the ear and result in hearing; that which is heard<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  105. south<\/strong> \u2013 n. the direction to the right of a person facing the rising sun<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  106. space<\/strong> \u2013 n. the area outside the earth’s atmosphere where the sun, moon, planets and stars are; the area between or inside things<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  107. speak<\/strong> \u2013 v. to talk; to say words with the mouth; to express one’s thoughts to others and exchange ideas; to give a speech to a group<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  108. special<\/strong> \u2013 ad. of a different or unusual kind; not for general use; better or more important than others of the same kind<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  109. speech<\/strong> \u2013 n. a talk given to a group of people<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  110. speed<\/strong> \u2013 v. to make something go or move faster; n. the rate at which something moves or travels; the rate at which something happens or is done<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  111. spend<\/strong> \u2013 v. to give as payment; to use (“He spends much time studying.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  112. spill<\/strong> \u2013 v. to cause or permit liquid to flow out, usually by accident<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  113. spirit<\/strong> \u2013 n. the part of a human that is not physical and is connected to thoughts and emotions; the part of a person that is believed to remain alive after death<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  114. split<\/strong> \u2013 v. to separate into two or more parts; to divide or break into parts<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  115. sport<\/strong> \u2013 n. any game or activity of competition involving physical effort or skill<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  116. spread<\/strong> \u2013 v. to become longer or wider; to make or become widely known<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  117. spring<\/strong> \u2013 n. the time of the year between winter and summer<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  118. spy<\/strong> \u2013 v. to steal or get information secretly; n. one who watches others secretly; a person employed by a government to get secret information about another country<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  119. square<\/strong> \u2013 n. a flat shape having four equal sides<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  120. stab<\/strong> \u2013 v. to cut or push into or through with a pointed weapon<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  121. stand<\/strong> \u2013 v. to move into or be in a position in which only the feet are on a surface; to be in one position or place<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  122. star<\/strong> \u2013 n. a mass of gas that usually appears as a small light in the sky at night, but is not a planet; a famous person, usually an actor or singer<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  123. start<\/strong> \u2013 v. to begin; to make something begin<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  124. starve<\/strong> \u2013 v. to suffer or die from a lack of food<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  125. state<\/strong> \u2013 v. to say; to declare; n. a political part of a nation<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  126. station<\/strong> \u2013 n. a place of special work or purpose (“a police station”); a place where passengers get on or off trains or buses; a place for radio or television broadcasts<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  127. statue<\/strong> \u2013 n. a form of a human, animal or other creature usually made of stone, wood or metal<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  128. stay<\/strong> \u2013 v. to continue to be where one is; to remain; to not leave; to live for a time (“They stayed in New York for two years.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  129. steal<\/strong> \u2013 v. to take without permission or paying<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  130. steam<\/strong> \u2013 n. the gas that comes from hot water<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  131. steel<\/strong> \u2013 n. iron made harder and stronger by mixing it with other substances<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  132. step<\/strong> \u2013 v. to move by lifting one foot and placing it in a new position; n. the act of stepping; one of a series of actions designed to reach a goal<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  133. stick<\/strong> \u2013 v. to attach something to another thing using a substance that will hold them together; to become fixed in one position so that movement is difficult (“Something is making the door stick.”); n. a thin piece of wood<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  134. still<\/strong> \u2013 ad. not moving (“The man was standing still.”); until the present or a stated time (“Was he still there?”); even so; although (“The job was difficult, but she still wanted to do it.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  135. stone<\/strong> \u2013 n. a small piece of rock<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  136. stop<\/strong> \u2013 v. to prevent any more movement or action; to come or bring to an end<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  137. store<\/strong> \u2013 v. to keep or put away for future use; n. a place where people buy things<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  138. storm<\/strong> \u2013 n. violent weather, including strong winds and rain or snow<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  139. story<\/strong> \u2013 n. the telling or writing of an event, either real or imagined<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  140. stove<\/strong> \u2013 n. a heating device used for cooking<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  141. straight<\/strong> \u2013 ad. continuing in one direction without turns<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  142. strange<\/strong> \u2013 ad. unusual; not normal; not known<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  143. street<\/strong> \u2013 n. a road in a city, town or village<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  144. stretch<\/strong> \u2013 v. to extend for a distance; to pull on to make longer or wider<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  145. strike<\/strong> \u2013 v. to hit with force; to stop work as a way to seek better conditions, more pay or to make other demands<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  146. strong<\/strong> \u2013 ad. having much power; not easily broken, damaged or destroyed<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  147. structure<\/strong> \u2013 n. the way something is built, made or organized; a system that is formed or organized in a special way; a building<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  148. struggle<\/strong> \u2013 v. to try with much effort; to fight with; n. a great effort; a fight<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  149. study<\/strong> \u2013 v. to make an effort to gain knowledge by using the mind; to examine carefully<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  150. stupid<\/strong> \u2013 ad. not able to learn much; not intelligent<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  151. subject<\/strong> \u2013 n. the person or thing being discussed, studied or written about<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  152. submarine<\/strong> \u2013 n. an underwater ship<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  153. substance<\/strong> \u2013 n. the material of which something is made (a solid, liquid or gas)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  154. substitute<\/strong> \u2013 v. to put or use in place of another; n. a person or thing put or used in place of another<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  155. subversion<\/strong> \u2013 n. an attempt to weaken or destroy a political system or government, usually secretly<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  156. succeed<\/strong> \u2013 v. to reach a goal or thing desired; to produce a planned result<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  157. such<\/strong> \u2013 ad. of this or that kind; of the same kind as; similar to<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  158. sudden<\/strong> \u2013 ad. not expected; without warning; done or carried out quickly or without preparation<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  159. suffer<\/strong> \u2013 v. to feel pain in the body or mind; to receive or experience hurt or sadness<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  160. sugar<\/strong> \u2013 n. a sweet substance made from liquids taken from plants<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  161. suggest<\/strong> \u2013 v. to offer or propose something to think about or consider<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  162. suicide<\/strong> \u2013 n. the act of killing oneself<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  163. summer<\/strong> \u2013 n. the warmest time of the year, between spring and autumn<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  164. sun<\/strong> \u2013 n. the huge star in the sky that provides heat and light to earth<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  165. supervise<\/strong> \u2013 v. to direct and observe the work of others<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  166. supply<\/strong> \u2013 v. to give; to provide; n. the amount of something that can be given or sold to others<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  167. support<\/strong> \u2013 v. to carry the weight of; to hold up or in position; to agree with others and help them reach a goal; to approve<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  168. suppose<\/strong> \u2013 v. to believe, think or imagine (“I suppose you are right.”); to expect (“It is supposed to rain tonight.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  169. suppress<\/strong> \u2013 v. to put down or to keep down by force; to prevent information from being known publicly<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  170. sure<\/strong> \u2013 ad. very probable; with good reason to believe; true without question<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  171. surface<\/strong> \u2013 n. the outer side or top of something (“The rocket landed on the surface of the moon.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  172. surplus<\/strong> \u2013 n. an amount that is more than is needed; extra; (“That country has a trade surplus. It exports more than it imports.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  173. surprise<\/strong> \u2013 v. to cause a feeling of wonder because something is not expected; n. something not expected; the feeling caused by something not expected<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  174. surround<\/strong> \u2013 v. to form a circle around; to be in positions all around someone or something<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  175. survive<\/strong> \u2013 v. to remain alive during or after a dangerous situation<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  176. suspect<\/strong> \u2013 v. to imagine or believe that a person is guilty of something bad or illegal; n. a person believed to be guilty<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  177. suspend<\/strong> \u2013 v. to cause to stop for a period of time<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  178. swallow<\/strong> \u2013 v. to take into the stomach through the mouth<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  179. swear in<\/strong> \u2013 v. to put an official into office by having him or her promise to carry out the duties of that office (“The chief justice will swear in the president.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  180. sweet<\/strong> \u2013 ad. tasting pleasant, like sugar<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  181. swim<\/strong> \u2013 v. to move through water by making motions with the arms and legs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  182. sympathy<\/strong> \u2013 n. a sharing of feelings or emotions with another person, usually feelings of sadness<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  183. system<\/strong> \u2013 n. a method of organizing or doing something by following rules or a plan; a group of connected things or parts working together for a common purpose or goal<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

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    1. take<\/strong> \u2013 v. to put a hand or hands around something and hold it, often to move it to another place; to carry something; to seize; to capture; to begin to be in control (“The president takes office tomorrow.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. talk<\/strong> \u2013 v. to express thoughts in spoken words; n. a meeting for discussion<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. tall<\/strong> \u2013 ad. higher than others; opposite short<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. tank<\/strong> \u2013 n. a large container for holding liquids; a heavy military vehicle with guns<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. target<\/strong> \u2013 n. any person or object aimed at or fired at<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    6. taste<\/strong> \u2013 v. to sense through the mouth (“The fruit tastes sweet.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    7. tax<\/strong> \u2013 n. the money a person or business must pay to the government so the government can provide services<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    8. tea<\/strong> \u2013 n. a drink made from the plant of the same name<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    9. teach<\/strong> \u2013 v. to show how to do something; to provide knowledge; to cause to understand<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    10. team<\/strong> \u2013 n. a group organized for some purpose, often for sports<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    11. tear<\/strong> \u2013 v. to pull apart, often by force<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    12. technical<\/strong> \u2013 ad. involving machines, processes and materials in industry, transportation and communications; of or about a very special kind of subject or thing (“You need technical knowledge to understand how this system works.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    13. technology<\/strong> \u2013 n. the use of scientific knowledge and methods to produce goods and services<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    14. telephone<\/strong> \u2013 n. a device or system for sending sounds, especially the voice, over distances<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    15. telescope<\/strong> \u2013 n. a device for making objects that are far away appear closer and larger<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    16. television<\/strong> \u2013 n. a device that receives electronic signals and makes them into pictures and sounds; the system of sending pictures and sounds by electronic signals over a distance so others can see and hear them on a receiver<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    17. tell<\/strong> \u2013 v. to give information; to make known by speaking; to order; to command<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    18. temperature<\/strong> \u2013 n. the measurement of heat and cold<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    19. temporary<\/strong> \u2013 ad. lasting only a short time<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    20. tense<\/strong> \u2013 ad. having fear or concern; dangerous; opposite calm<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    21. term<\/strong> \u2013 n. a limited period of time during which someone does a job or carries out a responsibility (“He served two terms in Congress.”); the conditions of an agreement that have been accepted by those involved in it<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    22. terrible<\/strong> \u2013 ad. very bad; causing terror or fear<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    23. territory<\/strong> \u2013 n. a large area of land<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    24. terror<\/strong> \u2013 n. extreme fear; that which causes great fear<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    25. terrorist<\/strong> \u2013 n. a person who carries out acts of extreme violence as a protest or a way to influence a government<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    26. test<\/strong> \u2013 v. to attempt to learn or prove what something is like or how it will act by studying or doing (“The scientists will test the new engine soon.”); n. an attempt to learn or prove what something is like or how it will act by studying or doing (“The test of the new engine takes place today.”); a group of questions or problems used to find out a person’s knowledge (“The students did well on the language test.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    27. than<\/strong> \u2013 conj. connecting word used to link things that may be similar, but are not equal (“My sister is taller than I am.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    28. thank<\/strong> \u2013 v. to say that one has a good feeling toward another because that person did something kind (“I want to thank you for helping me.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    29. that<\/strong> \u2013 ad. showing the person, place or thing being spoken about (“That man is a soldier.”); pro. the person, place or thing being spoken about (“The building that I saw was very large.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    30. the<\/strong> \u2013 pro. used in front of a name word to show that it is a person or thing that is known about or is being spoken about<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    31. theater<\/strong> \u2013 n. a place where movies are shown or plays are performed<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    32. them<\/strong> \u2013 pro. other people being spoken about<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    33. then<\/strong> \u2013 ad. at that time; existing; and so<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    34. theory<\/strong> \u2013 n. a possible explanation of why something exists or how something happens using experiments or ideas, but which is not yet proven (“Other scientists are debating his theory about the disappearance of dinosaurs.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    35. there<\/strong> \u2013 ad. in that place or position; to or toward that place<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    36. these<\/strong> \u2013 pro. of or about the people, places or things nearby that have been spoken about already<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    37. they<\/strong> \u2013 pro. those ones being spoken about<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    38. thick<\/strong> \u2013 ad. having a large distance between two opposite surfaces (“The wall is two meters thick.”); having many parts close together (“The forest is very thick.”); almost solid, such as a liquid that does not flow easily; opposite thin<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    39. thin<\/strong> \u2013 ad. having a small distance between two opposite surfaces; not fat; not wide; opposite thick<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    40. thing<\/strong> \u2013 n. any object<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    41. think<\/strong> \u2013 v. to produce thoughts; to form ideas in the mind; to consider; to believe<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    42. third<\/strong> \u2013 ad. coming after two others<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    43. this<\/strong> \u2013 pro. of or about the person, place or thing nearby that has been spoken about already<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    44. threaten<\/strong> \u2013 v. to warn that one will do harm or cause damage<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    45. through<\/strong> \u2013 prep. in at one end and out at the other; from front to back; from top to bottom; with the help of; by<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    46. throw<\/strong> \u2013 v. to cause to go through the air by a movement of the arm<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    47. tie<\/strong> \u2013 v. to join or hold together with some material; n. anything that joins or unites; links or connections (“The two nations have strong trade ties.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    48. time<\/strong> \u2013 n. that which is measured in minutes, hours, days and years; a period that can be identified in hours and minutes and is shown on a clock; a period when an event should or will take place<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    49. tired<\/strong> \u2013 ad. having less strength because of work or exercise; needing sleep or rest<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    50. tissue<\/strong> \u2013 n. living material; a group of cells that are similar in appearance and do the same thing<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    51. to<\/strong> \u2013 prep. showing the direction of an action; showing the person or place toward which an action is directed; showing a goal or purpose<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    52. today<\/strong> \u2013 n. this day<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    53. together<\/strong> \u2013 ad. in one group; at the same time or place; in cooperation<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    54. tomorrow<\/strong> \u2013 n. the day after today<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    55. tonight<\/strong> \u2013 n. this night<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    56. too<\/strong> \u2013 ad. also; as well as; more than is necessary<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    57. tool<\/strong> \u2013 n. any instrument or device designed to help one do work<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    58. top<\/strong> \u2013 n. the upper edge or surface; the highest part; the cover of something<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    59. torture<\/strong> \u2013 v. to cause severe pain; n. the act of causing severe pain in order to harm, to punish or to get information from<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    60. total<\/strong> \u2013 n. the complete amount<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    61. touch<\/strong> \u2013 v. to put the hand or fingers on<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    62. toward<\/strong> \u2013 prep. in the direction of; leading to<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    63. town<\/strong> \u2013 n. a center where people live, larger than a village but not as large as a city<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    64. trade<\/strong> \u2013 v. to buy and sell or exchange products or services; n. the activity of buying, selling or exchanging products or services<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    65. tradition<\/strong> \u2013 n. a ceremony, activity or belief that has existed for a long time<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    66. traffic<\/strong> \u2013 n. the movement of people, vehicles or ships along a street, road or waterway<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    67. tragic<\/strong> \u2013 ad. extremely sad; terrible<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    68. train<\/strong> \u2013 v. to teach or learn how to do something; to prepare for an activity; n. an engine and the cars connected to it that move along a railroad<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    69. transport<\/strong> \u2013 v. to move goods or people from one place to another<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    70. transportation<\/strong> \u2013 n. the act or business of moving goods or people<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    71. trap<\/strong> \u2013 v. to catch or be caught by being tricked; to be unable to move or escape; n. a device used to catch animals<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    72. travel<\/strong> \u2013 v. to go from one place to another, usually for a long distance<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    73. treason<\/strong> \u2013 n. the act of fighting against one’s own country or of helping its enemies<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    74. treasure<\/strong> \u2013 n. a large collection of money, jewels or other things of great value<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    75. treat<\/strong> \u2013 v. to deal with; to act toward in a special way; to try to cure<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    76. treatment<\/strong> \u2013 n. the act of treating; the use of medicine to try to cure or make better<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    77. treaty<\/strong> \u2013 n. a written agreement between two or more nations<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    78. tree<\/strong> \u2013 n. a very tall plant that is mostly wood, except for its leaves<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    79. trial<\/strong> \u2013 n. an examination in a court of a question or dispute to decide if a charge is true<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    80. tribe<\/strong> \u2013 n. a group of families ruled by a common chief or leader<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    81. trick<\/strong> \u2013 v. to cheat; to fool a person so as to get something or make him or her do something<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    82. trip<\/strong> \u2013 n. a movement from one place to another, usually a long distance<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    83. troops<\/strong> \u2013 n. a number of soldiers in a large controlled group<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    84. trouble<\/strong> \u2013 n. that which causes concern, fear, difficulty or problems<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    85. truce<\/strong> \u2013 n. a temporary halt in fighting agreed to by all sides involved<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    86. truck<\/strong> \u2013 n. a heavy vehicle used to carry goods<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    87. true<\/strong> \u2013 ad. correct; not false<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    88. trust<\/strong> \u2013 v. to believe that someone is honest and will not cause harm<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    89. try<\/strong> \u2013 v. to make an effort; to take court action against a person to decide if he or she is guilty or innocent of a crime<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    90. tube<\/strong> \u2013 n. a long, round structure through which liquids or gases can flow; a long, thin container in which they can be kept<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    91. turn<\/strong> \u2013 v. to change direction; to move into a different position; to change color, form or shape<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      U<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      1. under<\/strong> \u2013 prep. below; below the surface of; less than; as called for by a law, agreement or system (“The river flows under the bridge.” “Such action is not permitted under the law.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. understand<\/strong> \u2013 v. to know what is meant; to have knowledge of<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. unite<\/strong> \u2013 v. to join together<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      4. universe<\/strong> \u2013 n. all of space, including planets and stars<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      5. university<\/strong> \u2013 n. a place of education that usually includes several colleges and research organizations<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      6. unless<\/strong> \u2013 conj. except if it happens; on condition that (“I will not go, unless the rain stops.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      7. until<\/strong> \u2013 conj. up to a time; before<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      8. up<\/strong> \u2013 ad. to, in or at a higher position or value<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      9. urge<\/strong> \u2013 v. to advise strongly; to make a great effort to get someone to do something<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      10. urgent<\/strong> \u2013 ad. needing an immediate decision or action<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      11. us<\/strong> \u2013 pro. the form of the word “we” used after a preposition (“He said he would write to us.”) or used as an object of a verb (“They saw us yesterday.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      12. use<\/strong> \u2013 v. to employ for a purpose; to put into action<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      13. usual<\/strong> \u2013 ad. as is normal or common; as is most often done, seen or heard<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        V<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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        1. vacation<\/strong> \u2013 n. a holiday; a period of time for travel, pleasure or rest, especially one with pay given to an employee<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        2. vaccine<\/strong> \u2013 n. a substance containing killed or weakened organisms given to a person or animal to produce protection against a disease<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        3. valley<\/strong> \u2013 n. a long area of land between higher areas of land<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        4. value<\/strong> \u2013 n. the quality of being useful, important or desired; the amount of money that could be received if something is sold<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        5. vegetable<\/strong> \u2013 n. a plant grown for food<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        6. vehicle<\/strong> \u2013 n. anything on or in which a person or thing can travel or be transported, especially anything on wheels; a car or truck<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        7. version<\/strong> \u2013 n. the form of something with different details than earlier or later forms<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        8. very<\/strong> \u2013 ad. extremely (“He was very late.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        9. veto<\/strong> \u2013 v. to reject or refuse to approve<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        10. victim<\/strong> \u2013 n. someone or something that is injured, killed or made to suffer; someone who is tricked<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        11. victory<\/strong> \u2013 n. a success in a fight or competition<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        12. video<\/strong> \u2013 n. a method of recording images and sound without a traditional film camera to be shown on a television, computer or other device<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        13. village<\/strong> \u2013 n. a very small town<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        14. violate<\/strong> \u2013 v. to fail to obey or honor; to break (an agreement)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        15. violence<\/strong> \u2013 n. the use of force to cause injury, death or damage<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        16. virus<\/strong> \u2013 n. a kind of organism that causes disease<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        17. visa<\/strong> \u2013 n. the official permission given to a person to enter a country where he or she is not a citizen<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        18. visit<\/strong> \u2013 v. to go to or come to a place for a short time for friendly or business reasons<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        19. voice<\/strong> \u2013 n. the sound made by creatures, especially humans, for speaking<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        20. volcano<\/strong> \u2013 n. a hill or mountain around a hole in the earth’s surface that can explode, sending hot, melted rock and ash into the air<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        21. volunteer<\/strong> \u2013 n. a person who chooses to do something without being asked, usually without being paid<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        22. vote<\/strong> \u2013 v. to choose a candidate in an election; n. a choice or decision expressed by the voice, by hand or by writing<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          W<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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          1. wages<\/strong> \u2013 n. money received for work done<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          2. wait<\/strong> \u2013 v. to delay acting; to postpone<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          3. walk<\/strong> \u2013 v. to move by putting one foot in front of the other<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          4. wall<\/strong> \u2013 n. the side of a room or building formed by wood, stone or other material; a structure sometimes used to separate areas of land<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          5. want<\/strong> \u2013 v. to desire; to wish for; to need<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          6. war<\/strong> \u2013 n. fighting between nations, or groups in a nation, using weapons<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          7. warm<\/strong> \u2013 ad. almost hot; having or feeling some heat<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          8. warn<\/strong> \u2013 v. to tell of possible danger; to advise or inform about something bad that may happen<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          9. wash<\/strong> \u2013 v. to make clean, usually with water<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          10. waste<\/strong> \u2013 v. to spend or use without need or care; to make bad use of; n. a spending of money, time or effort with no value gained or returned; something thrown away as having no value; the liquid and solid substances that result from body processes and are passed out of the body<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          11. watch<\/strong> \u2013 v. to look at; to observe closely; to look and wait for<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          12. water<\/strong> \u2013 n. the liquid that falls from the sky as rain or is found in lakes, rivers and oceans<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          13. wave<\/strong> \u2013 v. to move or cause to move one way and the other, as a flag in the wind; to signal by moving the hand one way and the other; n. a large mass of water that forms and moves on the surface of a lake or ocean<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          14. way<\/strong> \u2013 n. a path on land or sea or in the air; how something is done; method<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          15. we<\/strong> \u2013 pro. two or more people, including the speaker or writer (“He and I will go together, and we will return together.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          16. weak<\/strong> \u2013 ad. having little power; easily broken, damaged or destroyed; opposite strong<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          17. wealth<\/strong> \u2013 n. a large amount of possessions, money or other things of value<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          18. weapon<\/strong> \u2013 n. anything used to cause injury or to kill during an attack, fight or war<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          19. wear<\/strong> \u2013 v. to have on the body, as clothes<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          20. weather<\/strong> \u2013 n. the condition of the atmosphere resulting from sun, wind, rain, heat or cold<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          21. Web site<\/strong> \u2013 n. a collection of information prepared by a person or organization on the World Wide Web of the Internet<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          22. week<\/strong> \u2013 n. a period of time equal to seven days<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          23. weigh<\/strong> \u2013 v. to measure how heavy someone or something is<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          24. welcome<\/strong> \u2013 v. to express happiness or pleasure when someone arrives or something develops<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          25. well<\/strong> \u2013 ad. in a way that is good or pleasing; in good health; n. a hole in the ground where water, gas or oil can be found<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          26. west<\/strong> \u2013 n. the direction in which the sun goes down<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          27. wet<\/strong> \u2013 ad. covered with water or other liquid; not dry<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          28. what<\/strong> \u2013 pro. used to ask about something or to ask for information about something (“What is this?”); ad. which or which kind (“He wants to know what you would like to drink.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          29. wheat<\/strong> \u2013 n. a grain used to make bread; the plant that produces the grain<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          30. wheel<\/strong> \u2013 n. a round structure that turns around a center<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          31. when<\/strong> \u2013 ad. at what time; at any time (“When will she come home?”); conj. during or at the time (“I studied hard when I was in school.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          32. where<\/strong> \u2013 ad., conj. at, to or in what place (“Where is his house?” “The house where he lives is in the old part of the city.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          33. whether<\/strong> \u2013 conj. if it be the case or fact that (“He did not know whether he was right or wrong.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          34. which<\/strong> \u2013 pro. used to ask about what one or what ones of a group of things or people (“Which program do you like best?” “Which students will take the test?”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          35. while<\/strong> \u2013 n. a space of time (“Please come to my house for a while.”); conj. at or during the same time (“It may not be a good idea to eat while you are running.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          36. white<\/strong> \u2013 ad. having the color like that of milk or snow<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          37. who<\/strong> \u2013 pro. what or which person or persons that (“Who wants to go?”); the person or persons (“They are the ones who want to go.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          38. whole<\/strong> \u2013 ad. the complete amount; all together; not divided; not cut into pieces<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          39. why<\/strong> \u2013 ad. for what cause or reason (“Why did she do it?”); conj. the reason for which (“I do not know why she did it.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          40. wide<\/strong> \u2013 ad. having a great distance from one side to the other; not limited<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          41. wife<\/strong> \u2013 n. a woman who is married<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          42. wild<\/strong> \u2013 ad. living and growing in natural conditions and not organized or supervised by humans; angry; uncontrolled<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          43. will<\/strong> \u2013 v. a word used with action words to show future action (“They will hold talks tomorrow.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          44. willing<\/strong> \u2013 ad. being ready or having a desire to (“They are willing to talk about the problem.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          45. win<\/strong> \u2013 v. to gain a victory; to defeat another or others in a competition, election or battle<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          46. wind<\/strong> \u2013 n. a strong movement of air<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          47. window<\/strong> \u2013 n. an opening in a wall to let in light and air, usually filled with glass<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          48. winter<\/strong> \u2013 n. the coldest time of year, between autumn and spring<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          49. wire<\/strong> \u2013 n. a long, thin piece of metal used to hang objects or to carry electricity or electronic communications from one place to another<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          50. wise<\/strong> \u2013 ad. having much knowledge and understanding; able to use knowledge and understanding to make good or correct decisions<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          51. wish<\/strong> \u2013 v. to want; to express a desire for<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          52. with<\/strong> \u2013 prep. along or by the side of; together; using (“He fixed it with a tool.”); having (“the house with the red door”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          53. withdraw<\/strong> \u2013 v. to take or move out, away or back; to remove<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          54. without<\/strong> \u2013 prep. with no; not having or using; free from; not doing<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          55. witness<\/strong> \u2013 n. a person who saw and can tell about an action or event, sometimes in a court of law<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          56. woman<\/strong> \u2013 n. an adult female human<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          57. wonder<\/strong> \u2013 v. to ask oneself; to question (“She wonders if it is true.”); n. a feeling of surprise<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          58. wonderful<\/strong> \u2013 ad. causing wonder; especially good<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          59. wood<\/strong> \u2013 n. the solid material of which trees are made<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          60. word<\/strong> \u2013 n. one or more connected sounds that form a single part of a language<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          61. work<\/strong> \u2013 v. to use physical or mental effort to make or do something; n. the effort used to make or to do something; that which needs effort; the job one does to earn money<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          62. world<\/strong> \u2013 n. the earth; the people who live on the earth<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          63. worry<\/strong> \u2013 v. to be concerned; to continue thinking that something, possibly bad, can happen<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          64. worse<\/strong> \u2013 ad. more bad than<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          65. worth<\/strong> \u2013 n. value measured in money<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          66. wound<\/strong> \u2013 v. to injure; to hurt; to cause physical damage to a person or animal; n. an injury to the body of a human or animal in which the skin is usually cut or broken<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          67. wreck<\/strong> \u2013 v. to damage greatly; to destroy; n. anything that has been badly damaged or broken<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          68. wreckage<\/strong> \u2013 n. what remains of something severely damaged or destroyed<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          69. write<\/strong> \u2013 v. to use an instrument to make words appear on a surface, such as paper<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          70. wrong<\/strong> \u2013 ad. not correct; bad; not legal; opposite right<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

            X<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
              \n
            1. x-ray<\/strong> \u2013 n. a kind of radiation that can pass through most solid material, often used in medicine<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

              Y<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
                \n
              1. year<\/strong> \u2013 n. a period of time equal to twelve months<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              2. yellow<\/strong> \u2013 ad. having the color like that of gold or the sun<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              3. yes<\/strong> \u2013 ad. used to express agreement or to permit<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              4. yesterday<\/strong> \u2013 n. the day before today<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              5. yet<\/strong> \u2013 ad. at some time before now (“Have they arrived yet?”); now; at this time (“I cannot tell you about it yet.”); conj. however (“The sun was shining, yet it was cold.”)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              6. you<\/strong> \u2013 pro. the person or persons being spoken to<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              7. young<\/strong> \u2013 ad. in the early years of life; not old<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                Z<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
                  \n
                1. zero<\/strong> \u2013 n. the number meaning none or nothing<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                2. zoo<\/strong> \u2013 n. a place where animals are kept for the public to look at and study<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                  VOA Vocabulary S-Z Sentences<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                  VOA Learning English Vocabulary Sentences (S-Z)<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

                  Letter S<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
                    \n
                  1. The soldier was willing to sacrifice<\/strong> his life for his country.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  2. Maria felt sad<\/strong> when her pet cat died.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  3. The children played in the safe<\/strong> area of the playground.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  4. We will sail<\/strong> across the ocean in a large boat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  5. The experienced sailor<\/strong> navigated through the storm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  6. Please pass the salt<\/strong> for my soup.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  7. All the students wore the same<\/strong> uniform to school.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  8. The children built castles in the soft sand<\/strong> at the beach.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  9. The weather satellite<\/strong> sends information about storms to Earth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  10. A good meal will satisfy<\/strong> your hunger.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  11. We must save<\/strong> money for our vacation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  12. Let me say<\/strong> something important to you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  13. The children go to school<\/strong> every weekday.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  14. Science<\/strong> helps us understand how the world works.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  15. The ship sailed across the rough sea<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  16. The police will search<\/strong> for the missing person.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  17. Spring is my favorite season<\/strong> of the year.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  18. Please take a seat<\/strong> in the front row.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  19. January is the second<\/strong> month after December.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  20. The government keeps this information secret<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  21. Airport security<\/strong> checks all passengers before flights.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  22. I can see<\/strong> the mountains from my window.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  23. The farmer planted each seed<\/strong> in the garden.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  24. Many people seek<\/strong> happiness in their lives.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  25. You seem<\/strong> tired after your long journey.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  26. The store will sell<\/strong> fresh vegetables tomorrow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  27. Please send<\/strong> this letter to my grandmother.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  28. I can sense<\/strong> that something is wrong.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  29. This is a serious<\/strong> problem that needs attention.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  30. The waiter will serve<\/strong> dinner at seven o’clock.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  31. The postal service<\/strong> delivers mail every day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  32. Set<\/strong> the books on the table carefully.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  33. The two countries will settle<\/strong> their dispute peacefully.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  34. Several<\/strong> students missed class today.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  35. The severe<\/strong> storm caused damage to many houses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  36. The doctor determined the patient’s sex<\/strong> from the medical tests.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  37. The earthquake made the building shake<\/strong> violently.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  38. The artist will shape<\/strong> the clay into a beautiful vase.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  39. Friends share<\/strong> their toys with each other.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  40. Be careful with that sharp<\/strong> knife.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  41. She<\/strong> is my sister’s best friend.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  42. The farmer has many sheep<\/strong> on his land.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  43. The soldier loaded the shell<\/strong> into the cannon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  44. The homeless family found shelter<\/strong> under the bridge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  45. The sun will shine<\/strong> brightly tomorrow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  46. The large ship<\/strong> carried goods across the ocean.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  47. The loud noise gave me a shock<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  48. I need to buy a new shoe<\/strong> for running.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  49. The hunter will shoot<\/strong> at the target.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  50. The meeting was short<\/strong> and ended quickly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  51. You should<\/strong> study hard for the exam.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  52. Don’t shout<\/strong> in the library.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  53. Let me show<\/strong> you how to use this machine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  54. The patient is very sick<\/strong> and needs medicine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  55. Please write your name on the side<\/strong> of the paper.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  56. Sign<\/strong> your name at the bottom of the document.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  57. The traffic light is a signal<\/strong> for drivers to stop.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  58. The teacher asked for silence<\/strong> in the classroom.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  59. The ring is made of pure silver<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  60. These two books are similar<\/strong> but not identical.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  61. This math problem is simple<\/strong> to solve.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  62. I have lived here since<\/strong> 2010.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  63. The birds sing<\/strong> beautiful songs in the morning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  64. There is only a single<\/strong> apple left in the bowl.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  65. The heavy stone will sink<\/strong> in the water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  66. My sister<\/strong> is two years older than me.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  67. Please sit<\/strong> down and make yourself comfortable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  68. The current situation<\/strong> is very difficult.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  69. What size<\/strong> shoes do you wear?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  70. Learning a language requires skill<\/strong> and practice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  71. Humans have skin<\/strong> that protects their bodies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  72. Look up at the blue sky<\/strong> on this beautiful day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  73. In the past, people owned other people as slaves<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  74. I need to sleep<\/strong> for eight hours each night.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  75. Children love to slide<\/strong> down the playground equipment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  76. Please drive slow<\/strong> through the school zone.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  77. The ant is a very small<\/strong> insect.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  78. I can smell<\/strong> the flowers in the garden.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  79. The baby gave me a sweet smile<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  80. Many people smoke<\/strong> cigarettes despite health warnings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  81. The lake has a smooth<\/strong> surface like glass.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  82. The snow<\/strong> covered the ground in winter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  83. The weather is so<\/strong> cold that the lake froze.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  84. Humans are social<\/strong> animals who live in groups.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  85. The pillow feels soft<\/strong> and comfortable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  86. Plants grow in rich soil<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  87. The brave soldier<\/strong> fought in the war.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  88. Ice is water in solid<\/strong> form.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  89. The detective will solve<\/strong> the mystery.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  90. Some<\/strong> people like chocolate ice cream.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  91. Their son<\/strong> is studying at the university.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  92. The train will arrive soon<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  93. What sort<\/strong> of music do you enjoy?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  94. Thunder makes a loud sound<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  95. The birds fly south<\/strong> for the winter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  96. Astronauts travel in space<\/strong> around Earth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  97. The teacher will speak<\/strong> to the students.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  98. Today is a special<\/strong> day for our family.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  99. The president gave a speech<\/strong> to the nation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  100. The car drives at high speed<\/strong> on the highway.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  101. We spend<\/strong> money on food and clothing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  102. Many people believe in the human spirit<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  103. Basketball is my favorite sport<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  104. The news will spread<\/strong> quickly through the town.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  105. Spring<\/strong> comes after winter ends.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  106. The park has a square<\/strong> playground for children.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  107. Please stand<\/strong> when the judge enters the courtroom.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  108. At night we can see each star<\/strong> in the sky.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  109. School will start<\/strong> at eight o’clock tomorrow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  110. The governor will state<\/strong> his position on the issue.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  111. The train station<\/strong> is two blocks from here.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  112. We will stay<\/strong> at the hotel for three nights.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  113. Someone will steal<\/strong> your bicycle if you don’t lock it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  114. Take one step<\/strong> forward and then stop.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  115. Use glue to stick<\/strong> the pieces together.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  116. The water in the pond is still<\/strong> and quiet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  117. I found a smooth stone<\/strong> by the river.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  118. The red light means stop<\/strong> your car.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  119. The store<\/strong> sells fresh bread every morning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  120. She told me an interesting story<\/strong> about her trip.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  121. The road goes straight<\/strong> for ten miles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  122. That strange<\/strong> noise is coming from the basement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  123. The street<\/strong> is busy with cars and people.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  124. The strong<\/strong> man lifted the heavy box easily.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  125. The structure<\/strong> of the building is very solid.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  126. We must struggle<\/strong> to achieve our goals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  127. Students study<\/strong> hard before important exams.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  128. Don’t be stupid<\/strong> and drive without a seatbelt.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  129. The subject<\/strong> of today’s lesson is mathematics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  130. Hard work will help you succeed<\/strong> in life.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  131. Such<\/strong> behavior is not acceptable in school.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  132. The sudden<\/strong> rain surprised everyone at the picnic.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  133. People suffer<\/strong> when they don’t have enough food.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  134. Sugar<\/strong> makes coffee taste sweet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  135. I suggest<\/strong> we leave early to avoid traffic.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  136. Summer<\/strong> is the hottest season of the year.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  137. The sun<\/strong> provides heat and light for Earth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  138. The store has enough bread to supply<\/strong> all customers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  139. Strong pillars support<\/strong> the weight of the roof.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  140. I suppose<\/strong> the meeting will end by five o’clock.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  141. I am sure<\/strong> that tomorrow will be sunny.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  142. The surface<\/strong> of the lake is covered with ice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  143. The birthday party was a wonderful surprise<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  144. Only the strongest animals survive<\/strong> in the wild.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  145. The police suspect<\/strong> he committed the crime.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  146. The cake tastes sweet<\/strong> because it has sugar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  147. Fish swim<\/strong> in the water using their fins.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  148. The computer system<\/strong> controls the entire building.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                    Letter T<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
                      \n
                    1. Please take<\/strong> this book to the library.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    2. We need to talk<\/strong> about your homework.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    3. Basketball players are usually tall<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    4. The army tank<\/strong> is a powerful weapon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    5. The archer aimed at the target<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    6. I can taste<\/strong> salt in this soup.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    7. Citizens must pay tax<\/strong> to the government.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    8. Would you like some hot tea<\/strong>?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    9. Parents teach<\/strong> their children how to read.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    10. Our basketball team<\/strong> won the championship.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    11. Don’t tear<\/strong> the paper when you open it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    12. She has technical<\/strong> knowledge about computers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    13. Modern technology<\/strong> makes life easier.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    14. Answer the telephone<\/strong> when it rings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    15. The astronomer used a telescope<\/strong> to study stars.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    16. I watch the news on television<\/strong> every evening.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    17. Let me tell<\/strong> you about my vacation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    18. The temperature<\/strong> today is 25 degrees Celsius.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    19. This is a temporary<\/strong> solution to the problem.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    20. The situation makes everyone feel tense<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    21. The school term<\/strong> lasts for three months.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    22. The earthquake was terrible<\/strong> and destroyed many buildings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    23. This territory<\/strong> belongs to our country.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    24. The movie was full of terror<\/strong> and fear.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    25. The terrorist<\/strong> was arrested by police.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    26. The doctor will test<\/strong> your blood pressure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    27. Gold is more valuable than<\/strong> silver.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    28. I want to thank<\/strong> you for your help.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    29. That<\/strong> book belongs to my sister.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    30. Put the<\/strong> dishes on the table.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    31. We went to see a play at the theater<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    32. Give them<\/strong> the keys to the car.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    33. We lived in Paris back then<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    34. Einstein developed the theory<\/strong> of relativity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    35. Put the box over there<\/strong> by the window.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    36. These<\/strong> apples are fresh from the farm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    37. They<\/strong> are coming to visit us tomorrow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    38. The wall is one meter thick<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    39. The paper is very thin<\/strong> and might tear.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    40. What thing<\/strong> did you forget at home?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    41. I think<\/strong> it will rain this afternoon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    42. She finished third<\/strong> in the race.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    43. This<\/strong> is my favorite restaurant.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    44. The enemy will threaten<\/strong> to attack the city.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    45. The train goes through<\/strong> a long tunnel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    46. Throw<\/strong> the ball to your teammate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    47. Tie<\/strong> your shoes before you trip.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    48. What time<\/strong> does the movie start?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    49. I feel tired<\/strong> after working all day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    50. We are going to<\/strong> the store.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    51. Today<\/strong> is Monday, September 15th.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    52. Let’s work together<\/strong> on this project.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    53. Tomorrow<\/strong> is my birthday.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    54. Tonight<\/strong> we will watch a movie.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    55. The coffee is too<\/strong> hot to drink.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    56. A hammer is a useful tool<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    57. The mountain top<\/strong> is covered with snow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    58. Police do not allow torture<\/strong> of prisoners.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    59. The total<\/strong> cost is fifty dollars.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    60. Don’t touch<\/strong> the hot stove.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    61. Walk toward<\/strong> the exit door.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    62. Our town<\/strong> has a population of 10,000 people.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    63. Many countries trade<\/strong> goods with each other.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    64. Eating turkey on Thanksgiving is an American tradition<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    65. Heavy traffic<\/strong> makes driving slow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    66. The accident was tragic<\/strong> and many people died.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    67. The coach will train<\/strong> the team every day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    68. Trucks transport<\/strong> goods across the country.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    69. The mouse was caught in a trap<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    70. We travel<\/strong> to different countries each summer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    71. Doctors treat<\/strong> patients with medicine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    72. The old oak tree<\/strong> is 100 years old.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    73. The murder trial<\/strong> will begin next week.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    74. The tribe<\/strong> lived in the forest for centuries.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    75. Don’t trick<\/strong> people by lying to them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    76. Our trip<\/strong> to Europe lasted two weeks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    77. The troops<\/strong> marched through the city.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    78. Financial trouble<\/strong> caused the company to close.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    79. The truck<\/strong> delivers food to the grocery store.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    80. The answer to the math problem is true<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    81. You can trust<\/strong> me to keep your secret.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    82. Try<\/strong> to finish your homework before dinner.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    83. Please turn<\/strong> left at the next street.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                      Letter U<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
                        \n
                      1. The submarine travels under<\/strong> the water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      2. Do you understand<\/strong> the math lesson?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      3. The two countries will unite<\/strong> to fight disease.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      4. Scientists study the universe<\/strong> and distant stars.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      5. She studies biology at the university<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      6. I won’t go to the party unless<\/strong> you come with me.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      7. Wait here until<\/strong> I return.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      8. The bird flew up<\/strong> to its nest in the tree.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      9. I urge<\/strong> you to study hard for the exam.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      10. This is an urgent<\/strong> message that needs immediate attention.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      11. Please give us<\/strong> the keys to the car.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      12. We use<\/strong> computers to do our work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      13. Rain in July is usual<\/strong> in this climate.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                        Letter V<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
                          \n
                        1. We are going on vacation<\/strong> to the beach.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        2. The doctor gave me a vaccine<\/strong> to prevent disease.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        3. The river flows through a beautiful valley<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        4. Education has great value<\/strong> in modern society.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        5. Carrots are a healthy vegetable<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        6. The car is a useful vehicle<\/strong> for transportation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        7. This is the latest version<\/strong> of the software.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        8. The weather is very<\/strong> cold today.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        9. The president will veto<\/strong> the new law.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        10. The earthquake had many victims<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        11. Our team celebrated victory<\/strong> after winning the game.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        12. We watched the concert on video<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        13. My grandparents live in a small village<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        14. Stealing money will violate<\/strong> the law.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        15. Violence<\/strong> never solves problems peacefully.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        16. A virus<\/strong> can make people sick.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        17. You need a visa<\/strong> to enter most foreign countries.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        18. We will visit<\/strong> our relatives next weekend.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        19. She has a beautiful singing voice<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        20. The volcano<\/strong> erupted and destroyed the village.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        21. Many people volunteer<\/strong> to help after disasters.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        22. Citizens vote<\/strong> to choose their government leaders.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                          Letter W<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
                            \n
                          1. Workers earn wages<\/strong> for their labor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          2. Please wait<\/strong> here until the doctor calls you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          3. I walk<\/strong> to school every morning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          4. The wall<\/strong> separates the two rooms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          5. Children want<\/strong> toys for their birthdays.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          6. Countries sometimes fight a war<\/strong> against each other.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          7. The sun makes the day feel warm<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          8. I warn<\/strong> you that the road is dangerous.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          9. Wash<\/strong> your hands before eating.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          10. Don’t waste<\/strong> food when people are hungry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          11. I watch<\/strong> television every evening.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          12. Plants need water<\/strong> to grow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          13. Wave<\/strong> goodbye to your friends.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          14. This is the best way<\/strong> to solve the problem.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          15. We<\/strong> are going to the store together.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          16. The old man is weak<\/strong> and needs help walking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          17. The king has great wealth<\/strong> and many possessions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          18. Soldiers carry weapons<\/strong> to protect themselves.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          19. I wear<\/strong> a coat when the weather is cold.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          20. The weather<\/strong> is sunny and warm today.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          21. There are seven days in a week<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          22. How much do you weigh<\/strong>?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          23. Welcome<\/strong> to our home!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          24. She speaks English very well<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          25. The sun sets in the west<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          26. My clothes got wet<\/strong> in the rain.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          27. What<\/strong> time does the movie start?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          28. Farmers grow wheat<\/strong> to make bread.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          29. The bicycle has two wheels<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          30. When<\/strong> will you finish your homework?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          31. Where<\/strong> did you put my keys?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          32. I don’t know whether<\/strong> it will rain today.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          33. Which<\/strong> book would you like to read?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          34. While<\/strong> you cook dinner, I will set the table.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          35. Snow is white<\/strong> like milk.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          36. Who<\/strong> is knocking at the door?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          37. I ate the whole<\/strong> pizza by myself.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          38. Why<\/strong> are you crying?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          39. The river is wide<\/strong> and deep.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          40. The man loves his wife<\/strong> very much.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          41. Wild<\/strong> animals live in the forest.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          42. Tomorrow will<\/strong> be a sunny day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          43. Are you willing<\/strong> to help me move?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          44. Our team will win<\/strong> the championship.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          45. The wind<\/strong> is blowing very strong today.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          46. Open the window<\/strong> to let fresh air inside.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          47. Winter<\/strong> is the coldest season of the year.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          48. Electricity travels through wire<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          49. The wise<\/strong> old man gave good advice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          50. I wish<\/strong> I could speak five languages.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          51. Come with<\/strong> me to the store.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          52. The army will withdraw<\/strong> from the city.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          53. You cannot live without<\/strong> water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          54. The witness<\/strong> saw the accident happen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          55. An adult female person is a woman<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          56. I wonder<\/strong> if it will snow tomorrow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          57. The vacation was wonderful<\/strong> and relaxing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          58. Furniture is made from wood<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          59. “Hello” is a word<\/strong> in the English language.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          60. People work<\/strong> to earn money.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          61. Earth is a planet in our world<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          62. Don’t worry<\/strong> about the test results.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          63. Today’s weather is worse<\/strong> than yesterday’s.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          64. The painting is worth<\/strong> one million dollars.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          65. The soldier received a wound<\/strong> in battle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          66. Students write<\/strong> essays for their English class.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          67. Two plus two equals four is the wrong<\/strong> answer to “what is two plus three?”<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                            Letter X<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
                              \n
                            1. The doctor took an x-ray<\/strong> of my broken arm.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                              Letter Y<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
                                \n
                              1. A year<\/strong> has twelve months.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                              2. The sun is bright yellow<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                              3. Yes<\/strong>, I would like some coffee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                              4. Yesterday<\/strong> was my sister’s birthday.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                              5. Have you finished your homework yet<\/strong>?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                              6. You<\/strong> are my best friend.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                              7. Children are young<\/strong> and full of energy.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                Letter Z<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
                                  \n
                                1. The number zero<\/strong> means nothing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
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