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candlesticks

/ˈkændəlˌstɪks/ /ˈkændl̩ˌstɪks/

Meanings
noun
A holder with a socket or spike for a candle.

Examples :

"We placed the candles in the candlesticks on the dinner table. "
utensil item building

Related Words

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gymnastics noun

/dʒɪmˈnæs.tɪks/

A sport involving the performance of sequences of movements requiring physical strength, flexibility, and kinesthetic awareness.

"Gymnastics was a significant part of the physical education curriculum."

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emergency noun

/ɪˈmɝ.dʒən.si/

A situation which poses an immediate risk and which requires urgent attention.

"Cardiac arrest is an emergency and if you find someone in cardiac arrest you should call 999 immediately."

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investing verb

/ɪnˈvɛstɪŋ/

To spend money, time, or energy on something, especially for some benefit or purpose; used with in.

"She is investing time in studying for her exams to get a good grade. "

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opportunities noun

/ˌɒp.əˈtjuː.nɪ.tiz/ /ˌɑpɚˈtunətiz/

A chance for advancement, progress or profit.

""Learning a new language opens up many opportunities for travel and better job prospects." "

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resembling verb

/ɹɪˈzɛmblɪŋ/

To be like or similar to (something); to represent as similar.

"The twins resemble each other."

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parachute noun

/ˈpæɹəʃuːt/

A device, generally constructed from fabric, that is designed to employ air resistance to control the fall of an object.

"The skydiver used a parachute to slow his descent and land safely. "

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vertically adverb

/ˈvɜːtɪkli/

In a vertical direction or position.

"The ladder leaned vertically against the wall. "

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skyscrapers noun

/ˈskaɪˌskreɪpərz/

A very tall building with a large number of floors.

"New York City is famous for its many skyscrapers. "

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unfortunately adverb

/ʌnˈfɔːtjʊnətli/ /ʌnˈfɔɹt͡ʃənɪtli/

Happening through bad luck, or because of some unfortunate event.

"Unfortunately, the heavy rain prevented the soccer game from taking place. "

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resembles verb

/rɪˈzɛmbəlz/ /riˈzɛmbəlz/

To be like or similar to (something); to represent as similar.

"The twins resemble each other."

Illustration candlestick

candlestick noun

/ˈkændl̩ˌstɪk/

A holder with a socket or spike for a candle.

"My grandmother used a beautiful antique candlestick to hold the birthday candle. "

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potential noun

/pəˈtɛnʃəl/ /po(ʊ)ˈtɛnʃəl/

Currently unrealized ability (with the most common adposition being to)

"Even from a young age it was clear that she had the potential to become a great musician."