The government has started programs to improve living conditions in the most _________ areas of the city.
deprived
She grew up in a very ... area with large houses and private schools.
affluent
If you stand too close to the old bus, you can ... on fumes from its exhaust pipe.
choke
The ... road was blocked for hours after the accident.
congested
The taxi driver had to sound his ... loudly to warn the cyclist who was swerving into the lane.
horn
I heard about the new cafe ...; a friend told me, who was told by another friend.
by word of mouth
The old apartment building was closed down due to a severe cockroach ....
infestation
The primary role of a teacher is to ... knowledge to the next generation.
pass on
The newspaper refused to publish the ... details of the crime to avoid frightening the public.
grisly
During the economic crisis, the small community center was a ... of hope for those who needed help.
beacon
The city plans to ... the old building to make space for a new public park.
demolish
The new dam will ... the energy of the river to provide electricity for the entire region.
harness
The lack of funding is the major ... we need to overcome to start the research.
hurdle
Developing a fully functional city on Mars is considered a ... project by many scientists.
moonshot
