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CONCISE (adj.) - A C1-level adjective to show that something is clear and brief. It can also mean that something is to the point. Like this caption.

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LACK • 'lack' is a B1-level word that appears as a verb (to lack) and a singular uncountable noun. It has to do with something not being there, or being deficient in something.

For example, when using it as a verb, you could say something like:
"He lacks the experience needed for the job." or
"The proposal lacked clarity and structure."

When used as a noun, the word is usually collocated with the preposition "of":
"They were suffering from a lack of experience." or
"There was no lack of funding."

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To pay homage (v.) • A C1 verb that captures the essence of honouring someone who has made a significant impact on our lives or society.

Imagine a crowd gathered at a monument, hearts swelling with gratitude and shared memories, as they publicly celebrate a legacy that inspires generations.

It's not just a word; it's an emotion, a collective heartbeat of admiration and respect that unites us all.

REUSABLE (adj.) - When something can be used more than once, we can use the adjective 'reusable'. Think of reusable plastic or reusable shopping bags.

This B1-level adjective is useful to have in your vocabulary when talking about the environment or sustainability (which is in itself a difficult noun).

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