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The ability of money to buy goods and services.
buying power
A person who entertains others by doing difficult physical movements, such as balancing or jumping.
acrobat
To obtain knowledge or a skill through learning or experience.
acquire
A close emotional connection between people.
bond
The expected number of years a person is likely to live.
life expectancy
A period of heavy traffic, usually when people travel to or from work.
rush hour
A person who takes over another person’s position or job.
successor
A strong desire to achieve something or become successful.
ambition
A device used to supply power to a battery.
charger
The size, level, or extent of something.
scale
The natural environment in a place where people do not usually live or build.
wilderness
Someone who is famous, especially in entertainment or sport.
celebrity
A year taken away from study, often to travel, work, or gain experience.
gap year
The quality of always telling the truth and not cheating or stealing.
honesty
A belief that working hard is important and morally right.
work ethic
Able to be trusted to do what is expected.
dependable
