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Noun
someone who supports somebody or something
In 2006, she founded her own charity called "Eva's Heroes" which helps children living with a disability. Eva has also been a strident advocate for the Latino community.
Verb
study closely and carefully
Mississippi is using technology to battle cheating on the state's end-of-year exams. The tech, developed by Caveon, analyzes answer sheets by computer and flags anomalies.
Verb
guess or be aware of (what will happen) and take action in order to be prepared
The photographer must anticipate and prepare for a moment where the boy and the dog look toward one another in an idyllic scene.
Verb
record or express accurately in words or pictures
Brad Josephs was capturing footage for BBC’S “Great Bear Stakeout” when one of the younger bears ate the GoPro camera. We are left with an unharmed camera, an unharmed bear and some awesome footage.
Noun
dispute, especially a public one, between sides holding opposing views
Lady Gaga no doubt planned on causing maximum controversy by wearing the 'raw meat' ensemble - including a meat hat and purse - to the Los Angeles event.
Noun
thing made for a particular purpose, esp. a piece of mechanical or electronic equipment
Yasir Afifi found a black rectangular device attached to his car. After posting photos of it online, the FBI came to his house demanding it back.
Noun
a part or aspect of something abstract, especially one that is essential or characteristic
Parkour includes the physical practice of traversing elements in both urban and rural settings.
Adjective
supplied with the necessary items for a particular purpose
Four freewheeling driverless vans completed an 8,000 mile trip from Italy to China. They were equipped with scanners to detect and avoid obstacles.
Noun
of or relating to the central government of a country or group of states
Reebok came to an agreement with the Federal Trade Commission over the hyped-up claims that its EasyTone shoes could tone leg and butt muscles better than regular shoes.
Adjective
contrary to or forbidden by law, especially criminal law
In 1647 Oliver Cromwell made Christmas illegal, considering feasting and revelry to be immoral. The ban stayed for 13 years -- until Cromwell conceded power in 1660.
Verb
explain or make (something) clear by using examples, charts, pictures, etc.
On a hunting trip in 1902 Roosevelt famously ordered the mercy killing of a wounded black bear. It was then illustrated by a national cartoonist, and the toy teddy bear was born.
Noun
a single human being, as distinct from a group, class, or family
Online networks are helping to move power away from government to individuals and small institutions, leaving dictators in fear of the power of clicktivism.
Verb
(of a situation or event) include (something) as a necessary part or result
Conscious dreaming involves remaining lucid; you know that you are dreaming and you can manipulate what happens.
Verb
make partial or minor changes, typically to improve something or make it less extreme
Scientists are flu-proofing flocks of chickens by genetically modifying the bird to create a decoy polymerase. The virus latches on to the fake, preventing it from replicating.
Verb
keep close watch over
An integrated didactic training concept explains the tasks to students while the system monitors their achievement.
Phrase
being filmed or televised
Whether it’s an impromptu game of softball or the kids’ soccer tournament, there are probably some high-action moments you want to capture on camera. So switch your digital camera to sports mode and start shooting.
Noun
the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry
A survey suggests that spellcheckers and other technology have created an "auto-correct generation" unable to spell many common words.