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Exam: TOEFL

jot

IPA: /dʒɒt/

KK: /dʒɑt/

noun

Definition: A very small amount or a tiny piece of something.

Example: He only had a jot of doubt about the decision.

transitive verb

Definition: To write something quickly and briefly, often in a casual way.

Example: I need to jot down my thoughts before I forget them.

jotting

IPA: /ˈdʒɒtɪŋ/

KK: /ˈdʒɑtɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A short written note or reminder, often made quickly.

Example: She made a jotting on her notepad to remember the meeting time.

joule

IPA: /dʒuːl/

KK: /dʒul/

noun

Definition: A unit of measurement for energy or work, defined as the amount of energy transferred when a force of one newton moves an object one meter.

Example: The light bulb uses about 60 joules of energy per second.

journal

IPA: /ˈdʒɜːrnəl/

KK: /ˈdʒɜrnəl/

noun

Definition: A book or publication that contains articles, stories, or personal reflections, often released regularly.

Example: She writes in her journal every night before bed.

journalese

IPA: /ˈdʒɜrnəˌliːz/

KK: /ˈdʒɜrnəˌliz/

noun

Definition: A type of writing that is typical in newspapers and magazines, often using overused phrases and sensational ideas.

Example: The article was criticized for its use of journalese, filled with clichés and dramatic language.

journaling

IPA: /ˈdʒɜrnəlɪŋ/

KK: /ˈdʒɜrnəlɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The practice of writing down thoughts, experiences, and feelings in a diary or journal.

Example: She enjoys journaling every evening to reflect on her day.

verb

Definition: The act of writing down thoughts, experiences, or reflections in a journal regularly.

Example: She enjoys journaling every evening to reflect on her day.

journalism

IPA: /ˈdʒɜrnəlɪzəm/

KK: /ˈdʒɜrnəlɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The activity of gathering, writing, and reporting news for newspapers, magazines, or broadcasts.

Example: She decided to pursue a career in journalism after her internship at the local newspaper.

journalist

IPA: /ˈdʒɜrnəlɪst/

KK: /ˈdʒɜrnəlɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who writes news stories or reports for newspapers, magazines, or other media outlets.

Example: The journalist interviewed the mayor about the new city policies.

journalistic

IPA: /ˌdʒɜːrnəˈlɪstɪk/

KK: /ˈdʒɜrnəˌlɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the profession of collecting, writing, and reporting news and information.

Example: The journalist wrote a journalistic piece that highlighted the community's struggles.

journey

IPA: /ˈdʒɜːrni/

KK: /ˈdʒɜrni/

intransitive verb

Definition: To travel from one place to another, often over a long distance.

Example: They decided to journey across the country by train.

noun

Definition: A trip or travel from one place to another, often over a long distance. It can also refer to the process of going through experiences in life.

Example: We went on a journey across the country last summer.

transitive verb

Definition: To travel from one place to another, often involving a long distance or a significant experience.

Example: They decided to journey across the country by train.

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