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Topic: Politics

altercate

IPA: //ˈɔːltərkeɪt//

KK: /ˈɔltərˌkeɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To argue or fight about something in a noisy or angry way.

Example: The two neighbors began to altercate over the property line.

altercation

IPA: //ˌɔːltərˈkeɪʃən//

KK: /ˈɔltərˌkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A loud and angry argument or disagreement between people.

Example: The altercation between the two neighbors escalated quickly, drawing the attention of others.

alternative

IPA: //ælˈtɜːrnətɪv//

KK: /ælˈtɜrnətɪv/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that allows for a choice between different options or that is different from what is usual or traditional.

Example: We need to find an alternative solution to this problem.

noun

Definition: A choice or option that can be selected instead of another. It refers to one of several possibilities available when making a decision.

Example: We need to find an alternative to plastic bags for our shopping.

ambassadorial

IPA: /æmˌbæsəˈdɔːrɪəl/

KK: /æmˌbæsəˈdɔrɪəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a person who represents their country in a foreign place, especially in diplomatic matters.

Example: The ambassadorial duties require a great deal of diplomacy and tact.

ambassadorship

IPA: /æmˈbæsəˌdɔːrʃɪp/

KK: /æmˈbæsəˌdɔrʃɪp/

noun

Definition: The position or role of being an ambassador, which involves representing a country or organization in another place.

Example: Her ambassadorship was marked by significant diplomatic achievements.

ambit

IPA: /ˈæmbɪt/

KK: /ˈæmbɪt/

noun

Definition: A noun that refers to the limits or boundaries of a particular area, or the range of influence or activity of something.

Example: The project fell within the ambit of the new regulations.

ambuscade

IPA: /ˌæm.bəˈskeɪd/

KK: /æmˈbʌskeɪd/

noun

Definition: A surprise attack from a hidden position.

Example: The soldiers set up an ambuscade to surprise the enemy.

transitive verb

Definition: To launch a surprise attack from a hidden position.

Example: The soldiers planned to ambuscade the enemy as they crossed the river.

ambush

IPA: /ˈæm.bʊʃ/

KK: /ˈæm.bʊʃ/

noun

Definition: A surprise attack that happens when someone is hidden and waits for the right moment to strike.

Example: The soldiers set up an ambush to surprise the enemy.

transitive verb

Definition: To surprise and attack someone from a hidden place.

Example: The soldiers planned to ambush the enemy convoy as it passed through the narrow valley.

ambusher

IPA: /ˈæmˌbʌʃər/

KK: /ˈæmˌbʌʃər/

noun

Definition: A person who attacks someone unexpectedly from a hidden place.

Example: The ambusher waited silently in the bushes for the right moment to strike.

ambushing

IPA: /æmˈbʌʃɪŋ/

KK: /æmˈbʌʃɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A surprise attack from a hidden place, often used in military or tactical situations.

Example: The soldiers set up an ambushing position to catch the enemy off guard.

verb

Definition: To attack someone unexpectedly from a hidden place.

Example: The soldiers were ambushing the enemy troops as they passed through the forest.

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