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Exam: TOEFL

broaden

IPA: /ˈbrɔːdən/

KK: /ˈbrɔːdən/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something wider or more extensive.

Example: The new policy will broaden access to education for all students.

broadening

IPA: /ˈbrɔːdənɪŋ/

KK: /ˈbrɔːdənɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of making something wider or more extensive.

Example: The broadening of the road will help reduce traffic congestion.

verb

Definition: To make something wider or more extensive.

Example: The company is broadening its range of products to attract more customers.

broader

IPA: /ˈbrɔːdər/

KK: /ˈbroʊdər/

adjective

Definition: Wider in extent or range than something else.

Example: The new policy has a broader impact on the community than the previous one.

broadly

IPA: /ˈbrɔːdli/

KK: /ˈbrɔdli/

adverb

Definition: In a wide or general way, without focusing on small details.

Example: The policy was broadly accepted by the community.

broadsheet

IPA: /ˈbrɔːdʃiːt/

KK: /ˈbroʊdʃiːt/

noun

Definition: A type of newspaper that has larger pages than a tabloid, often used for serious journalism and detailed reporting.

Example: The local broadsheet published an in-depth article about the city's history.

broadside

IPA: /ˈbrɔːdsaɪd/

KK: /ˈbrɔːdsaɪd/

adjective

Definition: Referring to something that is positioned or directed sideways, often in relation to a surface or object.

Example: The ship was broadside to the wind, making it difficult to steer.

adverb

Definition: In a sideways manner or with the side facing a particular direction.

Example: The car was parked broadside to the street, making it difficult for other vehicles to pass.

noun

Definition: A large sheet of paper printed on one side, often used for advertisements or public notices, or a strong verbal attack in speech or writing.

Example: The politician delivered a broadside against his opponent during the debate.

transitive verb

Definition: To hit something directly on its side, often resulting in a collision.

Example: The truck broadsided the car at the intersection.

brochure

IPA: /brəʊˈʃʊə/

KK: /broʊˈʃʊr/

noun

Definition: A small booklet or pamphlet that provides information about a product, service, or event, often used for advertising purposes.

Example: I picked up a brochure at the travel agency to learn more about their vacation packages.

broil

IPA: /brɔɪl/

KK: /broɪl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To be subjected to intense heat, often resulting in cooking or a heated situation.

Example: The meat will broil in the oven for about 20 minutes.

noun

Definition: A noisy argument or fight, often involving shouting and disagreement.

Example: The two friends had a broil over who would pay for dinner.

transitive verb

Definition: To cook food by applying direct heat from above, usually in an oven or on a grill.

Example: I like to broil my vegetables to bring out their flavor.

broiling

IPA: /ˈbrɔɪlɪŋ/

KK: /ˈbroɪlɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Very hot, often to the point of being uncomfortable or unbearable.

Example: The broiling sun made it difficult to stay outside for long.

verb

Definition: To cook food by exposing it to direct heat, usually from above, often resulting in a browned or crispy surface.

Example: I am broiling the chicken to make it crispy and delicious.

broken

IPA: /ˈbroʊ.kən/

KK: /ˈbroʊkən/

adjective

Definition: Not functioning properly or in pieces; damaged or shattered.

Example: The vase was broken after it fell off the table.

verb

Definition: To be damaged or not functioning properly; to have been separated into pieces or parts.

Example: The vase was broken after it fell off the table.

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