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  1. 1 so To a great or specified extent; very.
  2. 2 she Used to refer to a female person or animal already mentioned.
  3. 3 some An unspecified but limited amount or number of something.
  4. 4 see To perceive something with the eyes.
  5. 5 should Used to give advice, an opinion, or an instruction about what is right or expected.
  6. 6 said Previously mentioned; referred to earlier in a document or conversation.
  7. 7 still Not moving; calm and motionless.
  8. 8 say To speak words; to express something out loud or in writing.
  9. 9 such Of the kind already mentioned or implied.
  10. 10 same Identical; not different from another thing or from itself at an earlier point.
  11. 11 something An unspecified or unknown thing.
  12. 12 since From a particular point in the past up until now.
  13. 13 state The particular condition someone or something is in at a given time.
  14. 14 school An institution where people, especially children, go to be taught.
  15. 15 second Coming after the first in order, position, or importance.
  16. 16 show To let someone see something.
  17. 17 sure Certain or confident about something.
  18. 18 set To put something in a particular place or position.
  19. 19 someone An unspecified or unidentified person.
  20. 20 system A set of related parts that work together as a whole.
  21. 21 seen The name of the letter س in the Arabic alphabet, representing an "s" sound.
  22. 22 small Limited in size, amount, or importance; not large.
  23. 23 start To begin doing something or set something in motion.
  24. 24 side One of the surfaces or edges of an object, or one of two halves (left/right, front/back) of something.
  25. 25 stop To cease moving or to bring something to a halt.
  26. 26 support To hold something up or keep it from falling.
  27. 27 social Relating to society, communities, or how people interact with each other.
  28. 28 service Work done to help or benefit someone, or the act of providing this.
  29. 29 several More than two or three, but not very many.
  30. 30 season One of the four main divisions of the year — spring, summer, autumn, or winter — marked by particular weather...
  31. 31 south The compass direction opposite north.
  32. 32 story An account, true or invented, of events told for information or entertainment.
  33. 33 single Being just one, on its own, without anything else alongside it.
  34. 34 saw A hand or power tool with a toothed or abrasive blade, used for cutting hard materials like wood or metal.
  35. 35 saying A well-known short phrase that expresses a piece of wisdom or common belief; a proverb.
  36. 36 soon In a short time from now; before long.
  37. 37 special Different from what is usual or ordinary in a valued way.
  38. 38 short Not long in length, distance, or duration.
  39. 39 sometimes On certain occasions but not always.
  40. 40 son A person's male child.
  41. 41 stay To remain in a place rather than leaving.
  42. 42 six The number after five and before seven; 6.
  43. 43 study To spend time learning about a subject, often in preparation for an exam or qualification.
  44. 44 series A number of related things that come one after another, or a set of connected events.
  45. 45 site The particular place where something is, was, or will be located.
  46. 46 security The state of being safe from danger, harm, or threat.
  47. 47 song A short piece of music with words, meant to be sung.
  48. 48 sorry Feeling regret or wanting to apologize for something one did.
  49. 49 services A roadside stop offering fuel, food, and rest areas for travellers (chiefly UK usage).
  50. 50 self A person's own individual character, personality, or identity.
  51. 51 shall Used before a verb, traditionally with "I" or "we", to express simple future tense.
  52. 52 similar Sharing enough features with something else to be alike, though not identical.
  53. 53 society A large group of people who share a culture, laws, and way of life, typically within a country or region.
  54. 54 space The vast expanse beyond Earth's atmosphere where stars, planets, and other celestial bodies exist.
  55. 55 strong Physically powerful; capable of exerting or withstanding great force.
  56. 56 sense One of the physical faculties — sight, hearing, smell, taste, touch — through which the body perceives the wor...
  57. 57 street A public road in a town or city, usually lined with buildings.
  58. 58 summer The warmest season of the year, between spring and autumn.
  59. 59 sent Past tense and past participle of send.
  60. 60 shot The firing of a gun, or the result of firing it.
  61. 61 sex The biological category — male or female — based on reproductive roles.
  62. 62 situation The set of circumstances or facts affecting something at a particular time.
  63. 63 source The place, person, or thing that something originates from.
  64. 64 share A portion of something that is divided among people.
  65. 65 science The systematic study of the natural world through observation and experiment.
  66. 66 sea The continuous body of salt water covering most of the Earth's surface, or a named part of it.
  67. 67 sound A sensation perceived by the ear, caused by vibrations traveling through air or another medium.
  68. 68 step A single movement of the foot when walking, or one of a set of surfaces used to go up or down, as on a stairca...
  69. 69 send To cause something or someone to go from one place to another.
  70. 70 September The ninth month of the year, between August and October, marking the start of autumn in the Northern Hemispher...
  71. 71 serious Not joking or humorous; solemn in manner.
  72. 72 size The physical dimensions, extent, or amount of something.
  73. 73 st Used to call for silence.
  74. 74 simple Easy to understand or do; not complicated.
  75. 75 stage A phase or step in a process of change or development.
  76. 76 stand To be upright on one's feet, or to rise into that position.
  77. 77 star A huge, glowing ball of gas in space, held together by gravity, that produces light and heat through nuclear f...
  78. 78 save To rescue someone or something from harm or danger.
  79. 79 section A distinct part of something larger, such as a document, area, or object.
  80. 80 seven The number 7, one more than six and one less than eight.
  81. 81 stuff Miscellaneous items, belongings, or unspecified material.
  82. 82 subject The main topic being discussed, studied, or shown in a work of art.
  83. 83 seem To give the impression of being something; to appear to be.
  84. 84 style A distinctive way of writing, speaking, dressing, or doing something.
  85. 85 success The achievement of a goal or desired result.
  86. 86 sign A visible indication that something exists, is happening, or is about to happen.
  87. 87 staff The people who work for an organisation.
  88. 88 simply In a simple, plain, or uncomplicated way.
  89. 89 sleep To rest in the natural state of reduced consciousness that the body needs each day.
  90. 90 studies An organized field or programme of academic learning.
  91. 91 sir A polite or respectful way to address a man, especially one of higher rank, a stranger, or a teacher.
  92. 92 specific Clearly defined or particular, rather than general or vague.
  93. 93 starting The act or process of beginning something.
  94. 94 speak To say words out loud; to talk.
  95. 95 standard Usual, regular, or typical; falling within an accepted, expected range.
  96. 96 super Excellent; wonderful; better than average.
  97. 97 safe Free from danger, harm, or risk.
  98. 98 search To look carefully in order to find someone or something.
  99. 99 station A regular stopping place for trains, buses, or other transportation.
  100. 100 straight Extending in one direction without bending or curving.
  101. 101 seeing The ability or act of perceiving with the eyes.
  102. 102 significant Important enough to be noticed or to have a real effect.
  103. 103 speed How fast something moves, or the rate at which something happens.
  104. 104 student A person who is enrolled in and attends a school, college, or university.
  105. 105 spent Used up completely; exhausted or depleted.
  106. 106 sun The star at the centre of our solar system, which gives Earth light and heat.
  107. 107 seriously In a solemn, earnest, or literal way.
  108. 108 sort A particular type or kind of something.
  109. 109 sister A female sibling; a daughter sharing the same parents as another person.
  110. 110 statement Something said or written that expresses a fact, opinion, or position.
  111. 111 species A group of living things that can breed with one another and produce fertile offspring; the basic unit of biol...
  112. 112 stupid Lacking intelligence or common sense.
  113. 113 secret Something kept hidden or known only to a select few.
  114. 114 store To keep something in a particular place for future use.
  115. 115 Sunday The day of the week that follows Saturday, traditionally a day of rest or worship in Christian countries.
  116. 116 safety The condition of being protected from danger, risk, or harm.
  117. 117 scene The place where something happens, especially something notable or newsworthy.
  118. 118 spend To pay out money in exchange for something.
  119. 119 successful Having achieved the intended goal or result.
  120. 120 ship A large vessel built to carry people or cargo across water.
  121. 121 sold Given up in exchange for money; also used informally to mean fully convinced or persuaded.
  122. 122 speaking The act of talking or communicating with one's voice.
  123. 123 Sales An English surname, an occupational name derived from someone who worked in a hall or manor.
  124. 124 san Informal short form of sanatorium.
  125. 125 sell To hand over goods or services to someone in exchange for money.
  126. 126 Shown An uncommon variant spelling of the given name Sean or Shawn.
  127. 127 spring The season between winter and summer, when plants begin to grow again.
  128. 128 secretary A person who handles correspondence, records, and administrative tasks for a person or organisation.
  129. 129 senior Higher in rank, age, or status.
  130. 130 sit To be resting with your body upright, supported by your bottom, rather than standing or lying down.
  131. 131 sports Plural of "sport" — physical competitive activities collectively.
  132. 132 standing Remaining in effect on an ongoing basis.
  133. 133 stock The goods a shop or business keeps available to sell.
  134. 134 structure A building or other physical construction made of connected parts.
  135. 135 sale The act of exchanging goods or services for money.
  136. 136 sweet Having the taste of sugar; not sour, salty, or bitter.
  137. 137 Saturday The day of the week between Friday and Sunday, widely treated as part of the weekend.
  138. 138 sick Unwell; suffering from an illness.
  139. 139 supposed Assumed or claimed to be true, though not confirmed.
  140. 140 surface The outer or top layer of something.
  141. 141 scale The size, extent, or proportion of something, especially compared to something else.
  142. 142 seconds An additional helping of food at a meal.
  143. 143 separate To divide something into parts, or to keep things or people apart from each other.
  144. 144 sexual Relating to sex, gender, or reproduction.
  145. 145 sitting A period of time spent seated doing a particular activity, often in one continuous stretch.
  146. 146 spirit The non-physical part of a person believed to hold their character, emotions, or soul.
  147. 147 signed Bearing a signature; formally agreed to or authenticated.
  148. 148 slow Moving, acting, or happening at a low speed; not fast.
  149. 149 soul The spiritual or immaterial part of a person, often believed to continue after death.
  150. 150 spot A small mark or patch of a different color or texture on a surface.
  151. 151 supply To provide something needed.
  152. 152 serve To provide help, food, or a service to someone.
  153. 153 smith A craftsperson who shapes metal by hammering, especially a blacksmith.
  154. 154 solution An answer to a problem or a way of resolving a difficulty.
  155. 155 showing An instance of something being shown or displayed, such as a film screening or exhibition.
  156. 156 southern Located in, belonging to, or characteristic of the south.
  157. 157 square A four-sided shape with equal sides and right angles.
  158. 158 stars Plural of star; the glowing points of light seen in the night sky, or, informally, outer space and everything...
  159. 159 stopped No longer moving; having come to a halt.
  160. 160 software Programs and coded instructions that run on a computer, as opposed to the physical hardware.
  161. 161 Spanish Relating to Spain, its people, or its culture.
  162. 162 screen A flat surface on a device or in a cinema on which images or text are displayed.
  163. 163 shop A place, physical or online, where goods or services are sold.
  164. 164 somebody An unspecified or unknown person.
  165. 165 speech The ability to speak, or spoken language in general.
  166. 166 spread To open something out so it covers a wider area.
  167. 167 score The total number of points, goals, or runs earned in a game or contest.
  168. 168 seat A piece of furniture or part of one designed for a person to sit on.
  169. 169 shut To close something, such as a door, book, or business.
  170. 170 sad Feeling sorrow or unhappiness.
  171. 171 stated Said or written down explicitly.
  172. 172 strength Physical power; the capacity to exert force or bear weight.
  173. 173 setting The place, time, and circumstances in which something happens, such as a story or event.
  174. 174 stone A hard natural material, or a piece of it, such as rock or a pebble.
  175. 175 scientific Relating to science or to the methods used in science.
  176. 176 silver A shiny, whitish precious metal (symbol Ag) used in jewellery, coins, and electronics.
  177. 177 sector A distinct part or division of something larger, especially an area of economic or social activity.
  178. 178 sport A physical activity involving skill and competition, played under a set of rules.
  179. 179 suggest To put forward an idea or possibility for consideration.
  180. 180 smart Intelligent; quick to learn or understand.
  181. 181 somewhere At, in, or to an unspecified or unknown place.
  182. 182 selling The act or business of persuading people to buy something.
  183. 183 smoke The visible gas and particles given off by something burning.
  184. 184 steps A sequence of individual movements or actions taken to get somewhere or accomplish something.
  185. 185 strategy A carefully worked-out plan for reaching a particular goal, especially over the long term.
  186. 186 supported Held up, backed, or helped in some way.
  187. 187 selected Chosen out from a larger group, often for a particular purpose or quality.
  188. 188 sky The space above the earth where clouds, the sun, and stars appear.
  189. 189 slightly To a small degree or extent.
  190. 190 stress A feeling of mental or emotional strain caused by pressure or difficult circumstances.
  191. 191 survey A set of questions used to gather information or opinions from a group of people.
  192. 192 shape The outline or form of something, defined by its outer edges or surface.
  193. 193 snow Soft white flakes of frozen water that fall from the sky in cold weather.
  194. 194 stick A thin piece of wood, especially a fallen branch or twig.
  195. 195 surprise Something unexpected, or the feeling caused by it.
  196. 196 shoot To fire a weapon, or to hit someone or something with a projectile from one.
  197. 197 shooting An incident in which someone is shot, or the sport of firing guns at targets.
  198. 198 Spain A country in southern Europe occupying most of the Iberian Peninsula, with Madrid as its capital.
  199. 199 saved Rescued, especially spiritually, from sin or condemnation.
  200. 200 shared Used, owned, or experienced by more than one person.
  201. 201 specifically In a way that names or applies to one particular thing; explicitly.
  202. 202 struggle To make a strong, difficult effort to do, achieve, or overcome something.
  203. 203 Scott An English ethnic surname transferred from the nickname for someone with Scottish ancestry.
  204. 204 solid Firm and stable in structure; not liquid or gas.
  205. 205 steel A strong, hard metal made from iron combined with carbon and other elements.
  206. 206 supreme Having the highest power or authority; dominant over all others.
  207. 207 Sam (dialectal) To gather or bring together; to assemble.
  208. 208 Scotland A country that forms part of the United Kingdom, in the northern part of the island of Great Britain.
  209. 209 session A period of time set aside for a particular activity, such as a meeting, class, or performance.
  210. 210 Streets An English surname, likely denoting someone who lived on or near a paved road.
  211. 211 sub A submarine (informal shortening).
  212. 212 suddenly In a way that happens quickly and unexpectedly.
  213. 213 sugar A sweet crystalline substance, usually made from sugar cane or sugar beet, used to sweeten food and drink.
  214. 214 supporting Providing help or a secondary role.
  215. 215 saint A person formally recognized by a church, especially the Catholic Church, as holy after death, often due to a...
  216. 216 seek To try to find something.
  217. 217 strange Unusual, odd, or surprising, and not what you would expect.
  218. 218 strike To hit someone or something, often forcefully.
  219. 219 stuck Unable to move or be moved; fixed in place.
  220. 220 secure Protected from danger, harm, or loss.
  221. 221 sentence A group of words that forms a complete grammatical statement, usually with a subject and a verb.
  222. 222 Steve To load and pack cargo tightly into a ship's hold.
  223. 223 storm A period of violent weather with strong winds and often rain, thunder, or snow.
  224. 224 suppose To assume or believe something without full proof.
  225. 225 surprised Feeling or showing astonishment at something unexpected.
  226. 226 sharing The act of letting others use or enjoy something along with you.
  227. 227 soviet An elected council that formed the basic unit of government in the former Soviet Union.
  228. 228 split To divide something into parts, often along a line.
  229. 229 stadium A large venue, usually with tiered seating, built for sporting events or concerts.
  230. 230 signal Something transmitted or displayed that conveys information, such as a light, sound, or electrical impulse.
  231. 231 slowly At a slow speed or pace; not quickly.
  232. 232 spoke One of the thin rods that run from the hub of a wheel out to its rim.
  233. 233 scared Feeling fear; afraid.
  234. 234 senate The upper chamber in certain two-house legislatures.
  235. 235 shopping The activity of buying goods, or of browsing for things to buy.
  236. 236 singing The act of making musical sounds with the voice.
  237. 237 smile A facial expression made by curving the mouth upward, usually showing happiness or friendliness.
  238. 238 soft Giving way easily under pressure; not hard or firm.
  239. 239 squad A small organized group, especially of soldiers, police, or athletes.
  240. 240 statistics The branch of mathematics concerned with collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data.
  241. 241 suit A matching jacket and trousers (or skirt) worn together as formal or business clothing.
  242. 242 schedule A plan that lists when a set of tasks or events will happen.
  243. 243 stream A small natural flow of water, smaller than a river.
  244. 244 secondary Of lesser importance than something else; not primary.
  245. 245 sending The act of causing something to be delivered or transmitted.
  246. 246 serving An amount of food or drink meant for one person.
  247. 247 shirt A garment worn on the upper body, usually with sleeves and a collar.
  248. 248 studio A room or building where an artist, photographer, or designer works.
  249. 249 suffering Pain or distress, whether physical or emotional.
  250. 250 salt A white crystalline substance used to season and preserve food, made mainly of sodium chloride.
  251. 251 Scottish Relating to Scotland, its people, or its culture.
  252. 252 severe Very bad, intense, or extreme.
  253. 253 shift To move something from one place or position to another.
  254. 254 stations Plural of station; regular stopping places, assigned posts, or broadcasting channels.
  255. 255 saving A reduction in the amount of money, time, or effort spent.
  256. 256 settlement A formal agreement that resolves a dispute, often involving payment.
  257. 257 sing To produce musical sounds with the voice, especially by following a tune.
  258. 258 somewhat To a limited or moderate degree; not completely.
  259. 259 suicide The act of intentionally ending one's own life.
  260. 260 sleeping Currently asleep.
  261. 261 smoking The act of inhaling and exhaling smoke from tobacco or another substance.
  262. 262 solo A piece of music, or a section of one, performed by a single musician.
  263. 263 Stephen A male given name of Greek origin, meaning "crown."
  264. 264 surgery A medical operation that involves cutting into the body to treat an illness or injury.
  265. 265 scheme A plan for how to do something, especially an organized or official one.
  266. 266 sight The ability to see; vision.
  267. 267 sample A small portion of something given or shown to represent the whole.
  268. 268 seeking The act of searching or trying to obtain something.
  269. 269 significantly To a noticeable or important extent.
  270. 270 storage The act of keeping something in a place until it is needed, or the space used for this.
  271. 271 sufficient Enough for a particular purpose; adequate.
  272. 272 soil The loose top layer of earth in which plants grow, made up of minerals, organic matter, and nutrients.
  273. 273 staying A period of remaining in or visiting a place.
  274. 274 surely Without doubt; certainly.
  275. 275 switch A device used to turn an electrical circuit on or off.
  276. 276 shame A painful feeling of embarrassment or guilt caused by awareness of having done something wrong or improper.
  277. 277 shipping The business or process of transporting goods.
  278. 278 smell A sensation caused by breathing in odor particles, pleasant or unpleasant.
  279. 279 spoken Said out loud rather than written.
  280. 280 strongly In a powerful, forceful, or intense manner.
  281. 281 surrounding An area or environment close to or around something.
  282. 282 Simon A male given name, originally from Hebrew, borne by several figures in the New Testament including the Apostle...
  283. 283 stable A building where horses or other animals are kept and cared for.
  284. 284 studied Deliberately and carefully done rather than natural or spontaneous.
  285. 285 Santa An instance of someone dressed up as Santa.
  286. 286 shortly Soon, or after a brief time.
  287. 287 solar Relating to, coming from, or powered by the sun.
  288. 288 subsequent Coming after something else in time or order.
  289. 289 survive To stay alive, especially after facing danger, illness, or hardship.
  290. 290 swear To make a solemn promise or formal declaration, often under oath.
  291. 291 Syria A country in West Asia, officially the Syrian Arab Republic, with its capital at Damascus.
  292. 292 select To choose one or more items from a group of options.
  293. 293 sin In religious terms, an act that breaks a moral or divine law.
  294. 294 somehow By some means not specified or fully understood.
  295. 295 Sydney The largest city in Australia; also used as a given name for both men and women.
  296. 296 semi A semi-detached house, sharing one wall with a neighbouring house.
  297. 297 sharp Having a fine edge or point that can cut or pierce easily.
  298. 298 shoulder The joint and surrounding area where the arm meets the torso.
  299. 299 silence Complete absence of sound.