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Today’s video will teach you five real English words used by native speakers.

5 Vocabulary Words + Timestamps

  1. Noticed [00:22]

  2. Considering [01:22]

  3. Overlap [01:38]

  4. Tension [02:25]

  5. Intake [02:58]

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Definitions & Example Sentences

1. Noticed

Definition: (verb) To become aware of someone or something through observation or attention.

Example:

  1. I noticed a strange sound coming from the basement.

  2. She noticed that her phone was missing from the table.

  3. The teacher noticed the student's confusion and offered help.

2. Considering

Definition: (preposition) Taking into account; thinking about.

Example:

  1. Considering their budget, they decided to eat at home instead of going out to a restaurant.

  2. She is considering a career change.

  3. The committee is considering multiple options before making a decision.

3. Overlap

Definition: (noun) The state or condition of being in contact or overlapping.

Example:

  1. There is an overlap between her work schedule and the meeting time.

  2. The two circles that were drawn on the paper have an overlap in the middle.

  3. The witness testimonies had some overlap, but they provided different perspectives.

4. Tension

Definition: (noun) Mental or emotional strain; a feeling of unease or stress.

Example:

  1. There was a lot of tension in the room as everyone waited for the exam results.

  2. The ongoing argument created tension between the two friends.

  3. The tension between the opposing teams was evident during the match.

5. Intake

Definition: (noun) The act of taking something in, such as food, drink, or air.

Example:

  1. She monitors her daily calorie intake to maintain a healthy diet.

  2. The doctor asked about his water intake to assess hydration levels.

  3. The car's engine requires proper air intake for optimal performance.

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