heal (to become or make healthy or well again) It took a long time for my arm to heal properly. This will help to heal your wound. (to end an undesirable situation) She tried to heal the rift between the two men. heel (the back part of your foot) My …
Read More »goal vs. gaol
goal (something that you hope to do or achieve) Jane has achieved his goal of becoming a teacher. My only goal was to start my own business. gaol /dʒeɪl/ a British spelling of JAIL (jail) He spent two years in gaol. They used the castle as a gaol. …
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dew (tiny drops of water that form at night on grass, trees, etc.) There would be heavy dew in this area during the spring. Everywhere was still wet with dew. due (expected to happen or arrive) This road is due to open in June. The next train is …
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pure (not mixed with anything else) A glass of pure apple juice. This shirt is 100% pure cotton. (clean; clear; not polluted) The mountain air is so pure. Pure water boils at 100 °C and freezes at 0 °C. pour (to make liquid flow out of or into a …
Read More »sight vs. site
sight (the ability to see, vision) Jane has excellent sight. As you get older, your sight weakens. (something that is in your view) The sunset was a very beautiful sight. She turns pale at the sight of the snake. site (the place where something is, was, or will be located) They have …
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