Vocabulary Flashcard: Words in Context

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What does the word 'Testify' mean?

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To give evidence as a witness in a law court.

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What does the word 'Omen' refer to?

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A sign or warning of things to come.

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What does 'Consolidate' mean in a business context?

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To combine resources to improve efficiency.

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What is an 'Oracle'?

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A place where people seek advice from the gods.

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What is the definition of 'Supplicant'?

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A person who asks for something in a respectful way from a powerful person or God.

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What does 'Consolidate' mean in general terms?

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To make something physically stronger or more solid.

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What is the role of a 'Witness' in a court?

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A person who gives testimony about what they have seen or know.

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What is the meaning of 'Prophecy'?

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A prediction of what will happen in the future.

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What does 'Testimony' refer to?

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A formal written or spoken statement given in a court of law.

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What is the meaning of 'Augury'?

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A sign of what will happen in the future, often interpreted from omens.