Share CAE intensive 2025 Week 2
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adjacent
Next to or very near something else; situated side by side
advocate (n)
A person who publicly supports or recommends a particular cause or policy
by convention
According to what is generally accepted or customary, though not legally required
crumble away
To gradually fall apart or decay over time, especially due to neglect or age
dwindling
A gradual reduction in size, quantity, or strength
endowed with
Naturally provided or gifted with a particular quality or talent
fraught
Full of or involving problems, risks, or tension; often used with "with"
foster
To encourage or promote the development or growth of something (especially positive traits or ideas)
horrendous
Extremely unpleasant, dreadful, or terrible
hoarding
The excessive collection and storage of items, often to the point of waste or obstruction
in a bid to (inf)
In an attempt to; used to express purpose or effort
indulge in
To allow oneself to enjoy something, especially something considered unhealthy or excessive
plummet
To fall or drop sharply and suddenly from a high position
seek out
To actively search for and find something, often with determination
trait
A distinguishing characteristic or quality, especially of one's personality
shelter
A place of protection or refuge from danger, weather, or hardship
