DOL 2-21-24 4.3A (Class 1)

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fortune /ˈfɔːtʃən/ noun

1. 1.wealth or riches

2.destiny or fate

3.luck or chance

4.great success or achievement

Which definition best fits the way the word fortunes is used above?

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gum /gʌm/  noun | verb

1. 1.a sticky substance used in manufacturing

2. 2.tissue that covers the necks of teeth

3. 3.a substance for chewing

4. 4.to become blocked with a sticky substance

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business /ˈbɪznɪs/  noun

1. 1.affairs or matters that require attention or concern

2. 2.the volume or amount of commercial activity

3. 3.an occupation, profession, or trade

4. 4.a commercial enterprise or establishment

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mellow /mĕl’ ō/ adjective

1. 1.full-flavored and ripe

2. 2.understanding 

3. 3.easygoing

4. 4.moist and rich

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piece /pis/ noun

1. 1.a token used for a board game

1. 2.an item of a particular type

2. 3.a work of art

3. 4.a musical composition

Which definition best fits the way the word piece is used above?

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