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adjust (verb): to change (something) so that it fits, corresponds, or conforms.

adjust (verb): to change (something) so that it fits, corresponds, or conforms. I had to adjust the lens in order to see clearly. a djustment (noun): the act of changing something so that it fits, corresponds, or conforms; I made an adjustment to the chair so that I could see better.

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adjust (verb): to change (something) so that it fits, corresponds, or conforms.

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  1. adjust (verb): to change (something) so that it fits, corresponds, or conforms.

  2. I had to adjust the lens in order to see clearly.

  3. adjustment (noun): the act of changing something so that it fits, corresponds, or conforms; I made an adjustment to the chair so that I could see better.

  4. ambition (noun): wanting or desiring some kind of achievement or distinction; My ambition in life is to become someone important in this world.

  5. avid (adj.): showing great enthusiasm for or interest in: He is an avid moviegoer. She is an avid reader

  6. consultation (noun): the act of seeking advice or information from; asking guidance from: You should have a consultation with your lawyer before signing the contract.

  7. dictate (verb): to give orders; Parents dictate early childhood behavior.

  8. dictation (noun): a command or order; I heard his dictation, but I didn’t do what he asked.

  9. disappoint/disappointed/disappointment (verb/adj./noun): to fail to meet the expectations, hopes, desires, or standards of; let down

  10. I didn’t want to disappoint you.The disappointed boy cried.I couldn’t hide my disappointment about the grade that I received.

  11. disappointed baby

  12. dispute (verb): to argue or debate about; discuss. The parents' dispute ultimately affected the children the most.

  13. eclectic (adj.): made up of what is selected from different sources; John has eclectic taste in music, from rock to rap.

  14. expertise (noun): expert skill or knowledge; He had the knowledge and expertise to make the project a total success.

  15. isolation (noun): the state of being alone or far away from others; The isolation of some South Pacific tribes means that they are still living as they did thousands of years ago.

  16. misconception (noun): A view or opinion that is incorrect because it is based on faulty thinking or understanding. It's a common misconception that koalas are bears.

  17. American misconception about Chinese food

  18. nonchalantly (adverb): unconcerned, indifferent, or unexcited; casual: He nonchalantly whistled, but his mischief was apparent.

  19. persistence (noun): the act or fact of continuing especially in spite of opposition, obstacles, discouragement, etc.; Playing a long game against many other players requires persistence.

  20. scorn/scornful (noun/adj.): The feeling or belief that someone or something is worthless or despicable; contempt. He showed only scorn for those who were not as ambitious as himself.

  21. stimulating/stimulation (verb/noun): Encourage interest or activity in (a person or animal); causing to be excited

  22. There is more hope for humanity in stimulating the good, than in directly suppressing the evil. Babies need stimulation in order to learn and grow.

  23. viability (noun): the capacity to operate or be sustained: The viability of the company was guaranteed by the success of its new product.

  24. viable (adj.): practical; workable: Dropping out of class is not a viable option.

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