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 4000 FCE (S) - Spelling Practices
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a. 砂浜 loose and large-grained with consistency


Spelling Word: sandy
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n. 地震 measuring instrument for detecting the intensity, direction, and duration of movements of the ground


Spelling Word: seismograph
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a. 重大 grave in manner or disposition; earnest; thoughtful; solemn; really intending what is said


Spelling Word: serious
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a. 薄い very thin or transparent; very steep; absolute or pure


Spelling Word: sheer
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v. けちる provide for or supply inadequately; deal with hastily, carelessly, or with poor material


Spelling Word: skimp
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n. スライス a serving that has been cut from a larger portion; piece; a share of something


Spelling Word: slice
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v. スナップ make a sharp sound; break suddenly as under tension; utter in an angry or sharp tone


Spelling Word: snap
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a. 防音 insulate against noise; impermeable to noise


Spelling Word: soundproof
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v. 流出 pour; sudden drop from an upright position; flow or run out


Spelling Word: spill
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v. スカッシュ put down or suppress


Spelling Word: squash