collusion formal (a secret agreement, especially in order to do something dishonest or deceive people) The officials are in collusion with drug traffickers. The market leaders were acting in collusion with each other to inflate prices. collision (a violent accident in which one vehicle hits another) His car was in …
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leek (a vegetable with a white stem and long flat green leaves, tasting like a mild onion) I like leek soup. Slice the spring onion, leek and garlic. leak (a small hole or crack through which liquid or gas escapes) We managed to find the leak and seal it. (to …
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need (to require because it’s essential or very important) I need more information. They need help. We need you to be present here. knead (to press and stretch the dough many times with your hands) Knead the dough for ten minutes. Knead the mixture thoroughly until it becomes …
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lightning (the flashes of light in the sky that occur during a storm) Lightning is caused by clouds releasing electricity. Lightning struck the roof of the building. lightening (to become or make less heavy or difficult) The workload is lightening. envocabulary.com
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mail (to send a letter or package by post) I mailed a letter home. Did you remember to mail the package? male (the sex that cannot have babies) Most of the attendants were male, aged between 20 and 30. A male chicken is called a cock. …
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