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realm-n
*Her interests are in the realm of practical politics.
* My interests are in the realm of literature.
sup'reme-adj
*For me, dieting requires a supreme effort of will.
*Love reigned supreme in her heart.
'contemplate-v
*I'm contemplating going abroad for a year.
*It's too awful/horrific/dangerous to contemplate.
bias-n
*There has always been a slight bias in favour of/towards employing liberal arts graduates in the company.
*Unconscious bias can influence decisions in recruitment, promotion, and performance management.
'stressor-n
*Constant noise can be a stressor
reap-v
They didn’t reap any benefits from that deal.
'cultivate-v
*Try to cultivate a more relaxed and positive approach to life.
*The new prime minister is cultivating relationships with East Asian countries.
'gratifying -adj
*It must be very gratifying to see all your children grown up and happy.
*It’s gratifying to note that already much has been achieved.
i'lluminate-v
*This article illuminates the basic principles of economics.
ob'scure-v-n
* Two new skyscrapers had sprung up, obscuring the view from her window.
