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.