Vocabulary Flashcards

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devote (v.) (devote yourself/something to ...)

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To give most of your time, energy, or attention to something. Example: He devoted years to preparing for a mission.

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dominate (v.)

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To control or have strong influence (often unpleasant), OR to be the most important or noticeable feature. Example: One country should not dominate the project; cooperation is the goal.

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inhabit (v.)

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To live in a place. Example: Humans have inhabited the station continuously for long periods.

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intensively (adv.)

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With a lot of effort in a short time / in a very thorough way. Example: They trained intensively before the launch.

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mediator (n.)

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A person/organization that helps two sides reach agreement. Example: A mediator can help international teams solve conflicts quickly.

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mission (n.)

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An important official job a person/group is sent to do. Example: Their mission required expertise from several countries.

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mundane (adj.)

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Ordinary and not interesting/exciting; routine. Example: Even in space, astronauts do mundane tasks like cleaning.

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navigate (v.)

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To plan/direct a route (ship/plane/vehicle), often using a map; also to manage your way through something complex. Example: The crew had to navigate both the spacecraft systems and a tight schedule.

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accessible (adj.)

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That can be reached, entered, used, or seen.

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exclude (v.)

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To deliberately prevent someone or something from entering a place or taking part in an activity.