Englishfor English speakers
difficult
Adjective
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When something is difficult, it is not easy.
It'll be difficult to get him to change his mind; he's really stubborn.
It's more difficult to learn another language when you're older than when you're young.
The most difficult thing I've ever had to do was get over my fear of flying.
word
Noun
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Words are the smallest meaningful pieces of a language that can be used on their own.
Do you even understand the words I am saying?!
Class, if you are not sure on any word, be sure to check the dictionary.
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A word is a short conversation.
Can I have a word with you, John?
Mr. Gambini, a word with you, please?
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A word is a promise given to someone.
She gave him her word that she would pay him the money on Tuesday.
You have my word for it that the work will be finished before the weekend.
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A word is a piece of news.
Send word to John that Mary is here.
The word is that Mary stole some money from John.
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When Christians speak about the Bible, they sometimes call it the Word.