Vocabulary 2

ample

plenty

There was ample time to finish the test.

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collaborate

​to work together

The four scientist collaborated to write the paper on black holes.

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concise

​short and to the point

Unlike her husband, who often rambled on about random things, Lee kept stories concise and to the point.

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distinct

​different; not the same as others

The smell in my grandparents house was very distinct.

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diversity

​having different types together

You can tell the diversity of my interests from books I buy.

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dominate

​to rule over, control, or tower above

Because he is nearly seven and a half feet tall, Yao Ming dominates most of his competitors on the court.

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ignite

to set fire

After twenty minutes, Emilio was able to ignite a piece of paper using only a magnifying glass and the rays of the sun.

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linger

to stay in place longer than expected

The party was suppose to end at midnight, but a few people lingered until nearly three o'clock in the morning.

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mimic

​to imitate or copy an action

As soon as our boss left the room, Esteban began to mimic him by squinting his eyes and say, "wonderful work boys,"

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objective

​a goal or purpose

The objective of the Army Rangers was to enter the house and find the stash of money without firing their weapons.

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