test n. way of trying out or deciding abilities, qualities v. examine
A simple test will show if this is real gold. He had a blood test.
We are to have a history test next week. The doctor tested his ears.
cloth n. woven, knitted material etc. produced from silk, wool or cotton; a piece of cloth for particular purpose
She bought some cloth to make some new dresses. Could you tell me where I can buy some cloth? The cloth is very soft.
jungle n. land overgrown with tropical vegetation and trees; a dense or uncontrolled overgrowth; a place of ruthless competition struggle for survival
Advance in the jungle was very slow.
He's from Chicago; he grew up in a real jungle. He is sorting through the jungle of the regulations.
creature n. a living being; a human being; sth created Worms are very simple creatures. She's a beautiful creature.
Have you ever seen creatures from outer space? In fact, lots of creatures live in the sea.
volunteer n. one who offers his own free will v. undertake or offer voluntarily
The volunteers for community service are doing a good job. They volunteered to repair the house for the old lady. She volunteered the information.
translator n. person who translates (especially sth written) She wants to be a translator in the future.
I don’t think he will need a translator, because his English is pretty good. Being a translator is not an easy job.
Useful expressions: more than
A dictionary is more than a book.
He is more than my teacher. He is my friend as well. The cinema can hold more than 100 people.
Compare “no more than” and “not more than”:
His school education added up no more than one year.
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The water is not more than 5 feet deep at any point.
free of charge in charge of take charge of in the charge of
The faulty part was replaced free of charge. Mr. Smith is in charge of his company.
This company is in the charge of Mr. Smith.
involve… in…: have sth to do with…; take part in… Many children are involved in the school sports meet. It’s unwise for you to get involved into their quarrel. Don’t involve others in your trouble.
close to: near
Go further away! You are too close to me. It’s close to 6 o’clock
The book store is close to our school.
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