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opportunity
Noun
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An opportunity is a time, place, or situation in which something can happen, usually something good.
Sleep provides an opportunity for the body to repair itself.
The sun was warm, so I took the opportunity for a long walk in the park.
Fans will have the opportunity to see the top players on Monday.
Today, anyone can come for free, so don't miss this great opportunity.
This is a workplace that provides equal opportunity for all.
In the poor economy, there are decreasing employment opportunities.
make
Verb
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If you make something, you create it.
He made pancakes by combining the ingredients and frying the mixture.
They made a petition to the governor.
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If you make your bed, you arrange it.
Félix makes his bed every morning.
the
Determiner
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Used, instead of a, to reference something specific, already known to exist.
Compare "I read a book." and "I read the book."
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Used with a stress, to show that the word following is special.
Are you the John Smith that I went to school with?
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Used with an adjective that acts like a noun to mean all of the people concerned
The poor are always with us.
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Used with superlatives forms of adjectives and adverbs.
You are the best.
thief
Noun
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A thief is a person who steals.