Lesson 35
- Vague: Kabur, tidak jelas, samar-samar
- Elevate: Meningkatkan, mengangkat, meninggikan
- Lottery: Lotere, undian, perjudian
- Finance: Keuangan, pembiayaan, dana
- Obtain: Mendapatkan, memperoleh, menerima
- Cinema: Bioskop, teater, tempat nonton film
- Event: Acara, kejadian, peristiwa
- Discard: Membuang, menyingkirkan, membuang
- Soar: Terbang tinggi, melambung, terbang tinggi
- Subsequent: Berikutnya, selanjutnya, berurutan
- Relate: Berhubungan, berkaitan, menghubungkan
- Stationary: Stasioner, tidak bergerak, diam.
- Vague
- Elevate
- Lottery
- Finance
- Obtain
- Cinema
- Event
- Discard
- Soar
- Subsequent
- Relate
- Stationary
You got it! Here are explanations and examples for those words, focusing on their meanings and nuances:
Vague
Vague means unclear, imprecise, or indefinite. It suggests a lack of specific details or a lack of clarity in communication.
- He gave me a vague description of the place.
- Her answer was vague, leaving me with more questions than answers.
- Vague instructions can lead to confusion.
Elevate
To elevate means to raise something to a higher position, to lift up or exalt. It can also refer to improving the status, quality, or importance of something.
- The crane elevated the heavy beams into place.
- She elevated the conversation by introducing a new perspective.
- Elevate your mood by spending time in nature.
Lottery
A lottery is a form of gambling where people buy tickets with numbers and hope to win a prize.
- He won the lottery, becoming an overnight millionaire.
- The lottery proceeds were donated to charity.
- Lotteries are often criticized for their addictive nature.
Finance
Finance refers to the management of money, especially in relation to investing, borrowing, and spending. It can also refer to the financial resources of a person, organization, or country.
- The company needed to secure financing for its new project.
- The government is responsible for managing the national finances.
- Personal finance skills are essential for managing your money effectively.
Obtain
To obtain means to get or acquire something, often through effort or request.
- She obtained a visa to travel to Europe.
- He obtained a degree in engineering.
- They obtained permission to build a new school.
Cinema
Cinema refers to the art of making and showing motion pictures. It can also refer to a movie theater or the industry of filmmaking.
- He loves going to the cinema to watch movies.
- She is studying film at the cinema school.
- Cinema is a powerful medium for storytelling and entertainment.
Event
An event is something that happens, a significant occurrence or happening.
- The wedding was a grand event.
- The conference was a major event in the industry.
- The earthquake was a devastating event.
Discard
To discard means to throw away something as useless or unwanted.
- She discarded the old newspaper.
- He discarded his old clothes.
- Discarding outdated information can be essential for progress.
Soar
To soar means to fly high in the air or to rise quickly to a high level. It can also refer to a sudden increase or improvement.
- The eagle soared above the mountains.
- Her spirits soared after receiving good news.
- The stock market soared to new highs.
Subsequent
Subsequent means happening or coming after something else. It indicates a following or later event.
- The subsequent meeting was more productive.
- The subsequent chapter of the book was more exciting.
- Subsequent events proved his theory correct.
Relate
To relate means to connect or link something to something else. It can also refer to telling or describing a story or experience.
- He related his experiences of living in a foreign country.
- The two events were related by a common cause.
- It’s important to relate to others to build understanding and connection.
Stationary
Stationary means not moving or not able to move.
- The car was stationary at the traffic light.
- The book lay stationary on the table.
- Stationary objects provide a reference point for movement.
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Summer Travel
If you are tired of making vague excuses for another dull summer at home, here is a thought to elevate your spirits. You do not need anything so radical as winning a lottery to finance a European trip. A student identity card that can be obtained for a few dollars from the Council on International Educational Exchange entitles you to discount tickets on certain charter flights to London and Paris and reduced admission to museums, cinemas, and musical events.
Once in Europe, you can stretch your budget by staying at approved youth hostels for about ten dollars a night. So don’t discard your hopes of becoming an international traveler. Soon, you can be soaring into the skies or skimming over the waves to new adventures that you will subsequently relate to your stationery friends.
Whispers of Destiny
In the bustling city of Lumina, where the rhythm of life pulsed through the crowded streets, a tale of destiny unfolded in the most unexpected corners. The narrative, titled “Whispers of Destiny,” began with a seemingly vague prophecy that foretold the fate of an ordinary individual destined to elevate beyond the confines of a mundane existence.
At the heart of this prophecy was Samuel, a young man with dreams that far surpassed the limitations of his humble beginnings. His days were spent navigating the labyrinth of a monotonous job in the finance sector, but his heart yearned for a destiny that transcended the daily grind. Little did Samuel know that fate had woven his story into the fabric of an extraordinary event.
One day, as Samuel idly strolled through the city, he stumbled upon a peculiar lottery booth nestled between towering skyscrapers. The air buzzed with excitement as the booth promised a chance to win not just material wealth but the key to a destiny that soared beyond imagination.
Drawn by the allure of the unknown, Samuel decided to participate. The lottery, more than a mere game of chance, felt like a beacon calling him to a future that was both thrilling and uncertain. The moment the lottery numbers were announced, the city collectively held its breath.
As fate would have it, Samuel emerged victorious. The seemingly vague prophecy had found its vessel, and Samuel’s life was set on a trajectory that would elevate him to heights he had only dreamed of. The prize was not just a material windfall; it was an invitation to an exclusive event that promised to unravel the mysteries of his destiny.
The event, hosted at Lumina’s historic cinema, was a gathering of visionaries, scholars, and individuals whose destinies had been similarly shaped by the whims of fate. Samuel, surrounded by those who had obtained their tickets through the lottery, felt a sense of kinship—a shared understanding of the extraordinary nature of their lives.
During the event, a sage revealed that each attendee’s destiny was interconnected, a subsequent chapter in a grand narrative that spanned generations. Samuel’s humble beginnings in finance were not a random occurrence but a crucial thread in the tapestry of Lumina’s destiny.
As the revelation unfolded, Samuel discarded the notion that his aspirations were stationary and limited. He realized that the lottery had not just granted him material wealth; it had opened the door to a realm of possibilities where dreams could soar to new heights.
In the aftermath of the event, Samuel found himself on a path where every step seemed purposeful. His destiny was no longer a vague concept but a tangible force guiding him toward greatness. Lumina, once a city of routine, now bore witness to the extraordinary stories of those who had obtained their tickets to destiny through the whimsical lottery.
“Whispers of Destiny” echoed through the city, leaving behind a legacy of dreams realized and destinies intertwined—a testament to the extraordinary journey that begins with a single, unexpected event.
