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Exam: BEC Higher

syndication

IPA: /sɪnˈdeɪʃən/

KK: /sɪnˈdeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of distributing content, such as news articles or television shows, to multiple outlets or platforms at the same time.

Example: The newspaper decided to use syndication to share its articles with other publications.

syndicator

IPA: /sɪnˈdɪkeɪtə/

KK: /sɪnˈdɪkeɪtər/

noun

Definition: A person or organization that arranges for a group of people or companies to work together on a project or to share resources, often in business or media.

Example: The syndicator helped several companies collaborate on the new film project.

synergy

IPA: /ˈsɪnərdʒi/

KK: /ˈsɪnərdʒi/

noun

Definition: The combined effect that is greater than the individual effects of two or more elements working together, often used in business or teamwork contexts.

Example: The merger created a synergy that improved productivity and innovation for both companies.

tailored

IPA: /ˈteɪləd/

KK: /ˈteɪlɚd/

adjective

Definition: Made to fit a specific person or purpose, often referring to clothing that is custom-made or designed to look neat and well-fitted.

Example: She wore a tailored suit that perfectly matched her style.

takeover

IPA: /ˈteɪˌkoʊvər/

KK: /ˈteɪˌkoʊvər/

noun

Definition: The act of gaining control or management of something, often a company or organization, usually by buying it or through force.

Example: The company's takeover was completed after a lengthy negotiation process.

tallyman

IPA: /ˈtæliˌmæn/

KK: /ˈtæliˌmæn/

noun

Definition: A person who keeps track of numbers or counts, often related to sales or records.

Example: The tallyman recorded all the sales made during the week.

target

IPA: /ˈtɑːɡɪt/

KK: /ˈtɑrɡɪt/

noun

Definition: A goal or objective that someone aims to achieve.

Example: The team set a target to increase sales by 20% this year.

transitive verb

Definition: To aim at something or to set a goal to achieve.

Example: The company decided to target a younger audience with their new advertising campaign.

tariff

IPA: /ˈtærɪf/

KK: /ˈtærɪf/

noun

Definition: A list of taxes or fees that a government charges on goods that are brought into or sent out of a country.

Example: The government increased the tariff on imported cars to protect local manufacturers.

transitive verb

Definition: To set a specific charge or tax on goods or services, usually when they are imported or exported.

Example: The government decided to tariff certain imported goods to protect local industries.

tax

IPA: /tæks/

KK: /tæks/

noun

Definition: A required payment made by individuals or businesses to the government to help fund public services and programs.

Example: Every citizen must pay their taxes to support the country's infrastructure.

transitive verb

Definition: To impose a financial charge or levy on someone or something, usually by a government or authority.

Example: The government decided to tax the wealthy at a higher rate to fund public services.

taxable

IPA: /ˈtæksəbl/

KK: /ˈtæksəbl/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is subject to being taxed by the government.

Example: The money I earned from my job is considered taxable income.

noun

Definition: A person or thing that must pay taxes or is subject to taxation.

Example: Cigarettes and alcohol are examples of taxables that the government taxes heavily.

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