The teacher said, 'My telling you once not to use your cell phones in class should suffice to make you understand how important that is.'
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brainstorm -
A great idea that someone thinks of suddenly.
During the meeting, we had a brainstorm about how to improve our marketing strategy.
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scrutiny -
Careful examination of someone or something
Sam didn't want to be considered for the position of Secretary of Defense because he didn't want to be subjected to the scrutiny of Congress that is part of the application process.
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upgrade -
To improve and raise to a higher standard.
Though it was not cheap, I felt it was a good idea to upgrade to a laptop with more memory and a faster CPU.
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intuition -
An ability to understand something with your feelings
Liz used her intuition, rather than facts or attraction, to determine whether or not to continue her relationships with guys she dated.
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finesse -
Do (something) in a subtle and delicate manner
After speaking with the customer like a friend, the salesman was able to finesse him into a sale.
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wizard -
A person who is exceptionally skilled or clever at something; or a man who practices magic; a magician.
He’s a real wizard when it comes to fixing cars—there's nothing he can’t handle.
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comprehend -
To understand something completely
In 1911 Ernest Rutherford was able to comprehend that each molecule looked like a miniature solar system.
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epiphany -
An illuminating discovery, realization, or disclosure
Nat had no idea what to call his new business until he had a sudden epiphany.
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bargain -
a thing bought or offered for sale more cheaply than is usual or expected.
This jacket was a total bargain—Bill got it for half the original price, and it was in perfect condition.
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validate -
To prove that something is true
Henry David Thoreau felt self-confident about his ideas, and he didn't need anyone else to praise him, because he validated his own ideas.
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wits -
Mental sharpness and inventiveness; keen intelligence.
In order not to be detected, the spy had to live very moment by his wits, making sure a random mistake might reveal his true identity.
