once in a blue moon (phrase) very rarely

once in a blue moon, phr. ▸ very rarely

Illicit means "illegal," but is often confused with elicit, which means to evoke or draw out. The prefix -il means "not," and the prefix -e or -ex means out of. #words #vocabulary #dictionary #grammar #grammardiva #books

A vertical shot of a narrow, multi-tiered waterfall cascading down dark, mossy rocks in a dense Irish forest. The water is bright white and frothy, contrasting with the deep shadows of the stone. On the left, a slender tree trunk is decorated with layers of bracket fungi. Lush green ferns and leafy bushes frame the falls on both sides, creating a textured, "temperate rainforest" feel. The lighting is soft and diffused, filtering through the high canopy above.

My Word of the Day today is BOSKY. Read the definition at 👉 https://www.pocket-ireland.com/words

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#advancedEnglish #vocabulary #lexicalapproach #Englishteacher Today’s ONE-MINUTE ENGLISH video was inspired by a funny comment a friend made in the pub last night in response to a rather lengthy piece of political commentary!

Qyramoid Forge words of increasing complexity using an evolving set of consonants to populate pyramidal structures

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promise the moon (phrase) make extravagant promises that are unlikely to be fulfilled

promise the moon, phr. ▸ make extravagant promises that are unlikely to be fulfilled

Numinous: Adjective: having a strong sense of the sacred, mysterious, or awe-inspiring.
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Abrego Garcia Case Goes Off the Rails Yet Again I try not to burden you with procedural minutiae in the key...

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My Word of the Day today is ACICULAR. Read the definition at 👉 https://www.pocket-ireland.com/words

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Definition of OUTLIER a person whose residence and place of business are at a distance; something (such as a geologic feature) that is situated away from or classed differently from a main or related body; a statistical ob...

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Elpida: Noun: Hope that remains after times of great darkness or strife.
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moon (verb) behave or move listlessly

moon, v. ▸ behave or move listlessly

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Contretemps, noun
1 : an inopportune embarrassing occurrence : mishap, mischance
2 : dispute, argument

In a sentence: It’s nice to know that the government can grind to a halt over any little contretemps without politicians losing their pay!

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There are actually two spellings and meanings of this word: Discreet - tactful, private (Please be discreet.)
Discrete - distinct, separate (discrete piles of mail)
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A vertical shot of a large, tranquil pond covered in a dense layer of green lily pads. The water is dark and reflective, mirroring the overcast sky and the surrounding trees. In the background, a variety of trees in shades of deep green and autumnal gold frame the water. Bare, spindly branches hang down from the top of the frame, creating a natural border. The overall mood is quiet, still, and lush.

My Word of the Day today is LACUSTRINE. Read the definition at 👉 https://www.pocket-ireland.com/words

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#advancedEnglish #vocabulary #lexicalapproach #Englishteacher Today’s ONE-MINUTE ENGLISH video was inspired by a conversation with an old friend of mine who was explaining why he doesn't miss working in a big school.

sublunary (adjective) belonging to this world as contrasted with better or more spiritual one

sublunary, adj. ▸ belonging to this world as contrasted with better or more spiritual one

A close-up shot of several fern fiddleheads emerging from a forest floor. The young fronds are tightly coiled into golden-brown spirals, heavily covered in soft, hair-like brown scales that catch the sunlight. The background features blurred green fern leaves and dried autumn leaves, creating a warm, earthy atmosphere. The lighting is bright and natural, highlighting the intricate textures of the coils and the promise of new growth in a wild, woodland setting.

My Word of the Day today is CIRCINATE. Read the definition at 👉 https://www.pocket-ireland.com/words

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Condone actually means "to accept or allow, generally something bad." It is often mistaken to mean "to approve of." #vocabulary #dictionary #words #grammar #grammardiva #grammarbooks

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It literally translates to “bend or lean down” and stems from the Vulgar Latin ad bassiare (“bring lower”), composed of ad (“to/toward”) and bassus (“low/short”).
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lunatic (noun) extremely irrational, eccentric, or foolish person

lunatic, n. ▸ extremely irrational, eccentric, or foolish person

Tenebrous: Adjective: Dark, gloomy, mysterious and obscured.
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Did you know? "Bemused" means confused or puzzled. It does not mean "amused." #vocabulary #dictionary #grammartip #grammar #grammardiva #books

A striking black and white photo of the Spire of Lloyd, a tall stone tower resembling a lighthouse. The tower sits atop a grassy incline in a parkland setting. Several bare, dark trees are scattered around the base of the hill, their intricate branches reaching toward a pale, clear sky. A brilliant glint of sunlight reflects off the glass panels at the top of the tower. The foreground features textured grass with soft, elongated shadows, creating a peaceful and historic mood.

My Word of the Day today is ACHROMATIC. Read the definition at 👉 https://www.pocket-ireland.com/words

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#advancedEnglish #vocabulary #lexicalapproach #Englishteacher Today’s ONE-MINUTE ENGLISH video was inspired by a conversation with a guy called Yoshi that I met at a party on Saturday.