quash

 

quash

= to officially invalidate something 

= to suppress or put an end to something 

My boss promptly issued a statement to quash any speculation about the acquisition.

我老闆立刻發布了一份聲明，打消任何關於這次併購的猜測。

To quash the unrest among the team, Susan organized a meeting to clarify that she won't leave the team this season.

為了平息團隊之間的不安，Susan 安排了一場會議，說明她這個賽季不會離開團隊。

Mark's proposal was quashed during the meeting.

Mark 的提案在會議中被否決了。

Mark thought of a new idea, but it was quashed by the team.

Mark 想出了一個新點子，但被團隊給否定了。

Some synonyms and antonyms for "quash":

Synonyms:

Suppress

Cancel 

Abolish 

Antonyms:

Encourage

Promote

Support

Approve 

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Which of the following best describes the verb "quash"?

A) To create or promote something new.

B) To suppress, extinguish, or put an end to something, often legally or forcefully.

C) To encourage a discussion or debate.

D) To celebrate or acknowledge a success.

proceed

 

proceed

= to continue something as planned  

If the installation of the software is successful, the operating system will proceed to restart the computer automatically.

如果軟體安裝成功，作業系統將會自動進行重新啟動電腦。

Once I finish this report, I will proceed to the next task.

等我完成這份報告之後，我就會接著進行下一個任務。

If everyone agrees, we can proceed to vote on the proposal.

如果大家都同意，我們就可以進行對這項提案的投票。

If the rain stops, we will proceed with the picnic.

如果雨停了，我們就會照常進行野餐。

Some synonyms and antonyms for "proceed":

Synonyms

Continue

Advance

Go on

Move forward 

Antonyms

Stop 

Cease

Discontinue

Abort

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In the context of its common usage, which of the following best defines the verb "proceed"?

A) To stop or pause in an action.

B) To move forward or continue with a course of action.

C) To criticize or oppose a decision.

D) To be uncertain and hesitative in making decisions.

whine

whine

= to complain persistently

= to make a high-pitched sound

Her dog started to whine when it felt hungry. 

當她的狗感到餓的時候就開始哀鳴。

Susan began to whine when she realized she had a lot of homework to do.

Susan一想到有很多作業要做就開始抱怨。

Mark's dog began to whine softly during the thunderstorm, seeking comfort from its owner.

Mark的狗在雷雨中開始輕聲哀鳴，尋求主人的安慰。

As soon as Mark started the engine, he could hear the car whine, indicating that it might need some repairs. 

Mark一啟動引擎，就聽到車子發出哀鳴聲，表示可能需要維修。

Some synonyms and antonyms for "whine":

Synonyms  

Complain

Moan

Grumble 

Antonyms 

Praise

Applaud

Celebrate 

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Which of the following scenarios best illustrates someone who is whining?

A) Expressing gratitude for help received.

B) Complaining continuously about minor inconveniences.

C) Providing constructive feedback on a project.

D) Celebrating a friend's success.

 

resonate

 

resonate

= When a memory resonates, it means that it evokes strong feelings or emotions, often connecting with your personal experiences or values.

Mark’s speech about ESG resonated with the audience at the finance conference.

Mark的ESG演講在財經會議上引起了聽眾的共鳴。

The song's lyrics resonate with many people, capturing the essence of heartbreak.

這首歌的歌詞讓許多人感同身受，捕捉了心碎的精髓。

The teacher's story about resilience resonated with the students, inspiring them to persevere.

老師關於韌性的故事深深打動了學生，激勵他們堅持下去。

His ideas on personal growth resonate with those seeking a more fulfilling life.

關於他個人成長的理念，與那些尋求更充實生活的人產生了共鳴。

Some synonyms and antonyms for "resonate":

Synonyms:

Echo  

Connect 

Antonyms: 

Disconnect

Alienate

Ignore

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What does "resonate" mean?

A) To make a loud noise.

B) To produce a strong emotional response.

C) To stay silent.

D) To create confusion.

belie

belie

= to show something to be false or to contradict it

His positive attitude belies the struggles and challenges he has faced throughout his life.

他的積極態度掩蓋了他一生中所面臨的掙扎和挑戰。

The warm smile on his face belies his true feelings of sadness.

他臉上的暖心微笑掩飾了他內心真正的悲傷。

The child's innocent questions belied a surprising level of intelligence.

孩子天真的問題掩蓋了令人驚訝的智慧水平。

The team's success belies the challenges they faced during the season.

團隊的成功掩蓋了他們在賽季中所面臨的挑戰。

Some synonyms and antonyms for "belie":

Synonyms:

Contradict

Disprove

Falsify

Deny 

Antonyms:

Confirm

Support

Affirm

Validate 

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01. In which of the following sentences does the word "belie" correctly convey its meaning?

A) The evidence presented seems to belie the witness's original testimony.

B) Her smile belies her disappointment about the outcome of the event.

C) The company’s profits belied its claims of financial struggles.

D) All of the above.

02. Which sentence best shows the meaning of the verb "belie"? 

A) To hide the true meaning

B) To tell a big lie

C) To speak very loudly

D) To explain clearly

 

regress

 

regress

= to return to a previous state, often implying a decline 

After several successful years, the football team began to regress because of injuries to its star players.

在幾個成功的年頭後，這支足球隊因為明星球員的受傷而開始退步。

The company started to regress in its market share after losing focus on customer service.

這家公司在失去對客戶服務的關注後，市場份額開始倒退。

If the software isn't updated, it may regress in functionality over time.

如果這個軟體不進行更新，隨著時間的推移，它的功能可能會退步。

If you stop exercising regularly, your fitness level will likely regress.

如果你停止定期運動，你的體能水平可能會退步。

Some synonyms and antonyms for "regress":

Synonyms:

Decline

Deteriorate

Revert 

Backtrack

Antonyms:

Advance

Progress

Improve 

Develop

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01. Which sentence best demonstrates the verb "regress"?

A) After a year of hard work, the team achieved its goals and celebrated their success.

B) When faced with too much pressure, the young student began to behave like a toddler again.

C) The athlete consistently improved their performance and broke new records.

D) Following weeks of training, the musician played flawlessly at the concert.

02. After the new policy, employee performance began to regress. What does "regress" mean here?

A) Improve steadily

B) Move backward

C) Stay the same

D) Speak loudly

glut

glut

(noun)

= a situation where there is an oversupply of a product

(verb)

= to fill something to excess

Examples 

There was a glut of pigs on the market, causing the pork price to fall dramatically.

The market was glutted with oranges in the 19th century.

You can't go anywhere when the roads are glutted with cars.

Reference

https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glut

Some additional examples using "glut":

The sudden glut of smartphones led to significant price reductions in the tech market.

The glut of information online can make it challenging to find reliable sources.

After the harvest, there was a glut of apples, prompting local farmers to offer discounts.

The glut of new restaurants in the area created stiff competition for existing businesses.

Some synonyms for "glut":

Surplus

Oversupply

Excess

Flood

Overabundance

Overflow

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What does the word "glut" mean?

#English

A) Excessive supply

B) Minimal quantity

C) Moderate amount

D) Difficult choice

 

bluff

bluff

= to deceive someone by pretending to have more strength 

Don’t trust him. He is just bluffing.

The company tried to bluff investors into thinking they were profitable, but the financials told a different story.

During the negotiation, she attempted to bluff to gain leverage, but the other party saw through her tactics.

When his friends challenged him about his knowledge, he tried to bluff but quickly ran out of things to say.

Some synonyms and antonyms for "bluff":

Synonyms

Deceive

Pretend

Mislead

Fake 

Trick

Antonyms

Be honest

Reveal

Disclose

Truthful

Authentic

Sincere

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What does "bluff" mean in the sentence:

"The company tried to bluff investors into thinking they were profitable, but the financials told a different story."

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A) To deceive or mislead

B) To offer advice

C) To increase profits

D) To report honestly

 

blindside

 

blindside

= to surprise someone in a way that has negative or harmful consequences 

The body check report blindsided Susan because she had always considered herself healthy.

The staff was blindsided by the sudden announcement of budget cuts, which affected their year-end bonuses.

The team was blindsided by the referee's controversial call in the final minutes of the game.

The diagnosis blindsided her, as she had been feeling fine and had no symptoms of illness.

Some synonyms and antonyms for "blindside":

Synonyms

Surprise 

Unexpected

Catch off guard 

Antonyms

Forewarn

Inform

Prepare

Anticipate

Expect

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"The body check report blindsided Susan because she had always considered herself healthy."

What does the body check report reveal about Susan's situation?

#English

A) She was caught off guard.

B) She was fully prepared.

C) She felt very confident.

D) She received good news.

obstruct

obstruct

= to block or hinder progress, movement, or action 

The flooding obstructed road traffic for several hours.

The fallen tree obstructed the path, making it difficult to pass through.

The medication may obstruct the absorption of certain nutrients in the body.

Their unwillingness to compromise may obstruct the peace talks.

Some synonyms and antonyms for the word "obstruct":

Synonyms:

Block

Hinder

Interfere

Prevent

Delay

Deter

Antonyms:

Aid

Assist

Facilitate

Advance

Promote

Support

Encourage

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In the sentence, "The fallen tree obstructed the path, making it difficult to pass through," what does "obstructed" mean?

#English

A) Blocked movement

B) Helped progress

C) Made clear

D) Opened way

 

lure

lure 

(verb)

= to persuade someone to do something

Examples

We designed a colorful advertisement to lure customers into buying our products.

At Christmas, some shops try to lure customers with special promotions and discounts.

The bright yellow color of the bait is designed to lure fish into swallowing it.

Reference

https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lure

Here are more examples of using "lure":

The promise of adventure lured them to explore the uncharted territory.

She used her charm to lure him into joining the project.

The bright lights and music lured people to the carnival.

They set a trap to lure the raccoon away from their garden.

Some synonyms for the verb "lure":

Entice

Attract

Tempt

Seduce 

Bait

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We designed a colorful advertisement to lure customers into buying our products.

In the context of the advertisement, what does "lure" most closely imply about the customers' response?

#English

A) They may ignore it.

B) They will be confused.

C) They will be misled.

D) They will be attracted.

 

strip

strip

= to remove its covering, layers, or parts

除去；

＝ to remove your clothing

脫衣服；

The artist decided to strip the old paint from the wooden table to restore its natural beauty.

藝術家決定剝去木桌上的舊漆，以恢復其自然之美。

The children stripped off all their clothes to go swimming.

孩子們脫掉所有衣服去游泳。

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spurt

spurt

= to come out suddenly and forcefully

噴出;

His hand was spurting blood after he was shot.

他在被射中後，手上噴出了血。

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loom

 

loom 

(verb)

= to imply that something significant is approaching

Examples

The economic downturn looms over the country.

Storm clouds loomed on the horizon, signaling an approaching storm.

Some problems that loom ahead may be solved next week.

Reference

https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/loom

Here are more examples of using "loom":

As deadlines approach, the pressure of exams looms over the students.

As the election date draws near, tensions loom among the candidates.

As winter approaches, the threat of severe weather looms for many regions.

Some synonyms for the verb "loom":

 

Approach

Threaten

Hover  

Envelop

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