used before countable or singular nouns referring to people or things that have not already been mentionedvolume_up

a man/horse/unitvolume_up

to leave somebody, especially somebody you are responsible for, with no intention of returningvolume_up

The baby had been abandoned by its mother.volume_up

the fact that somebody/something is able to do somethingvolume_up

People with the disease may lose their ability to communicate.volume_up

to have the skill, intelligence, opportunity, etc. needed to do somethingvolume_up

You must be able to speak French for this job.volume_up

to officially end a law, a system or an institutionvolume_up

This tax should be abolished.volume_up

the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stagevolume_up

to support/oppose abortionvolume_up

a little more or less than; a little before or aftervolume_up

It costs about $10.volume_up

on the subject of somebody/something; in connection with somebody/somethingvolume_up

a book about flowersvolume_up

at or to a higher placevolume_up

Put it on the shelf above.volume_up

at or to a higher place or position than something/somebodyvolume_up

The water came above our knees.volume_up

in or to a foreign countryvolume_up

to go/travel/live/study abroadvolume_up

the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is awayvolume_up

The decision was made in my absence (= while I was not there).volume_up

not in a place because of illness, etc.volume_up

He was absent from work for two weeks.volume_up

total and completevolume_up

I've joined a class for absolute beginners.volume_up

used to emphasize that something is completely truevolume_up

You're absolutely right.volume_up

to take in a liquid, gas or other substance from the surface or space aroundvolume_up

Plants absorb carbon dioxide from the air.volume_up

based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situationvolume_up

abstract knowledge/principlesvolume_up

extremely silly; not logical and sensiblevolume_up

That uniform makes the guards look absurd.volume_up

a large quantity that is more than enoughvolume_up

The brochure promised beautiful walks with an abundance of wildlife.volume_up

the use of something in a way that is wrong or harmfulvolume_up

alcohol/drug abusevolume_up

to make bad use of something, or to use so much of something that it harms your healthvolume_up

to abuse alcohol/drugsvolume_up

connected with education, especially studying in schools and universitiesvolume_up

high/low academic standardsvolume_up

a person who teaches and/or does research at a university or collegevolume_up

a leading/distinguished/prominent academicvolume_up

a school or college for special trainingvolume_up

She trained at the Royal Academy of Music.volume_up

to happen faster or earlier; to make something happen faster or earliervolume_up

Inflation continues to accelerate.volume_up

a way of pronouncing the words of a language that shows which country, area or social class a person comes from; how well somebody pronounces a particular languagevolume_up

a northern/Dublin/Scottish accentvolume_up

to take willingly something that is offered; to say ‘yes’ to an offer, invitation, etc.volume_up

He asked me to marry him and I accepted.volume_up

agreed or approved of by most people in a societyvolume_up

Children must learn socially acceptable behaviour.volume_up

the act of accepting a gift, an invitation, an offer, etc.volume_up

Please confirm your acceptance of this offer in writing.volume_up

the opportunity or right to use something or to see somebody/somethingvolume_up

High-speed internet access has become a necessity.volume_up

to open a computer file or use a computer systemvolume_up

Most people use their phones to access the internet.volume_up

that can be reached, entered, used, seen, etc.volume_up

The remote desert area is accessible only by helicopter.volume_up

an unpleasant event, especially in a vehicle, that happens unexpectedly and causes injury or damagevolume_up

a car/road/traffic accidentvolume_up

by chance; in a way that was not plannedvolume_up

I accidentally hit him in the face.volume_up

to provide somebody with a room or place to sleep, live or sitvolume_up

The hotel can accommodate up to 500 guests.volume_up

a place to live, work or stay involume_up

rented/temporary accommodationvolume_up

to travel or go somewhere with somebody/somethingvolume_up

His wife accompanied him on the trip.volume_up

to succeed in doing or completing somethingvolume_up

The first part of the plan has been safely accomplished.volume_up

an impressive thing that is done or achieved after a lot of workvolume_up

It was one of the President's greatest accomplishments.volume_up

according to a rule or the way that somebody says that something should be donevolume_up

in accordance with legal requirementsvolume_up

in a way that is appropriate to what has been done or said in a particular situationvolume_up

We have to discover his plans and act accordingly.volume_up

as stated or reported by somebody/somethingvolume_up

According to Mick, it's a great movie.volume_up

an arrangement that somebody has with a bank, etc. to keep money there, take some out, etc.volume_up

I don't have a bank account.volume_up

to have the opinion that somebody/something is a particular thingvolume_up

In English law a person is accounted innocent until they are proved guilty.volume_up

the fact of being responsible for your decisions or actions and expected to explain them when you are askedvolume_up

proposals for greater police accountabilityvolume_up

responsible for your decisions or actions and expected to explain them when you are askedvolume_up

The state spends taxpayers’ money and should be held accountable.volume_up

a person whose job is to keep or check financial accountsvolume_up

We talked to the company’s chief accountant.volume_up

to gradually get more and more of something over a period of timevolume_up

I seem to have accumulated a lot of books.volume_up

the process of gradually increasing or getting more and more of something over a period of timevolume_up

the accumulation of wealthvolume_up

the state of being exact or correct; the ability to do something with skill and without making mistakesvolume_up

They questioned the accuracy of the information in the file.volume_up

correct and true in every detailvolume_up

an accurate description/picture of somethingvolume_up

in a way that is correct and true in every detailvolume_up

The article accurately reflects public opinion.volume_up

a statement saying that you think a person is guilty of doing something wrong or illegal; the fact of accusing somebodyvolume_up

I don't want to make an accusation until I have some proof.volume_up

to say that somebody has done something wrong or is guilty of somethingvolume_up

to accuse somebody of murder/a crimevolume_up

a person who is on trial for committing a crimevolume_up

The accused was found innocent.volume_up

to succeed in reaching a particular goal, status or standard, especially by making an effort for a long timevolume_up

He had finally achieved success.volume_up

a thing that somebody has done successfully, especially using their own effort and skillvolume_up

the greatest scientific achievement of the decadevolume_up

that contains acid or has the essential characteristics of an acid; that has a pH of less than sevenvolume_up

Rye is tolerant of poor, acid soils.volume_up

a chemical, usually a liquid, that contains hydrogen and has a pH of less than seven. The hydrogen can be replaced by a metal to form a salt. Acids usually have a bitter sharp taste and can often burn holes in or damage things they touch.volume_up

The acid burned a hole in her coat.volume_up

to accept that something is truevolume_up

She refuses to acknowledge the need for reform.volume_up

to gain something by your own efforts, ability or behaviourvolume_up

She has acquired a good knowledge of English.volume_up

the act of getting something, especially knowledge, a skill, etc.volume_up

theories of child language acquisitionvolume_up

a unit for measuring an area of land; 4 840 square yards or about 4 050 square metresvolume_up

3 000 acres of parklandvolume_up

from one side to the other sidevolume_up

It's too wide. We can't swim across.volume_up

from one side to the other side of somethingvolume_up

He walked across the field.volume_up

a particular thing that somebody doesvolume_up

You have committed a serious criminal act.volume_up

to do something for a particular purpose or in order to deal with a situationvolume_up

It is vital that we act to stop the destruction of the rainforests.volume_up

the process of doing something in order to make something happen or to deal with a situationvolume_up

The time has come for action if these beautiful animals are to survive.volume_up

to make something such as a device or chemical process start workingvolume_up

The burglar alarm is activated by movement.volume_up

the act of making something such as a device or chemical process start workingvolume_up

The activation of several target genes results in two major effects.volume_up

always busy doing things, especially physical activitiesvolume_up

Staying physically active in later years can also keep you feeling younger.volume_up

a person who works to achieve political or social change, especially as a member of an organization with particular aimsvolume_up

human/civil/animal rights activistsvolume_up

a thing that you do for interest or pleasurevolume_up

leisure/outdoor/recreational activitiesvolume_up

a person who performs on the stage, on television or in films, especially as a professionvolume_up

Both lead actors (= the ones who play the main parts) are outstanding.volume_up

a woman who performs on the stage, on television or in films, especially as a professionvolume_up

The Oscar-winning actress has taken a break from acting.volume_up

used to emphasize something that is real or exists in factvolume_up

James looks younger than his wife but in actual fact (= really) he is five years older.volume_up

used in speaking to emphasize a fact or a comment, or that something is really truevolume_up

What did she actually say?volume_up

very serious or severevolume_up

There is an acute shortage of water.volume_up

a notice, picture or film telling people about a product, job or servicevolume_up

The TV ads were first run last year.volume_up

to change your behaviour in order to deal more successfully with a new situationvolume_up

It's amazing how soon you adapt.volume_up

the action or process of changing something, or of being changed, to suit a new purpose or situationvolume_up

the adaptation of buildings for military purposesvolume_up

to put something together with something else so as to increase the size, number, amount, etc.volume_up

Next add the flour.volume_up

the condition of being unable to stop using or doing something as a habit, especially something harmfulvolume_up

cocaine addictionvolume_up

a thing that is added to something elsevolume_up

All of these technologies are fairly recent additions.volume_up

more than was first mentioned or is usualvolume_up

additional resources/funds/security/funding/costsvolume_up

in a way that is more than was first mentioned or is usualvolume_up

Additionally, the bus service will run on Sundays, every two hours.volume_up

details of where somebody lives or works and where letters, etc. can be sentvolume_up

What's your name and address?volume_up

to think about a problem or a situation and decide how you are going to deal with itvolume_up

Your essay does not address the real issues.volume_up

enough in quantity, or good enough in quality, for a particular purpose or needvolume_up

They'll need an adequate supply of hot water.volume_up

in a way that is enough in quantity, or good enough in quality, for a particular purpose or needvolume_up

Are you adequately insured?volume_up

to stick to somethingvolume_up

Once in the bloodstream, the bacteria adhere to the surface of the red cells.volume_up

next to somethingvolume_up

The planes landed on adjacent runways.volume_up

to change something slightly to make it more suitable for a new set of conditions or to make it work bettervolume_up

Watch out for sharp bends and adjust your speed accordingly.volume_up

a small change made to something in order to correct or improve itvolume_up

I've made a few adjustments to the design.volume_up

to manage and organize the affairs of a company, an organization, a country, etc.volume_up

to administer a charity/fund/schoolvolume_up

the activities that are done in order to plan, organize and run a business, school or other institutionvolume_up

Administration costs are passed on to the customer.volume_up

connected with organizing the work of a business or an institutionvolume_up

an administrative job/assistant/errorvolume_up

a person whose job is to manage and organize the public or business affairs of a company or an institution, or a person who works in an office dealing with records, accounts, etc.volume_up

Such organizational decisions are made by the hospital administrators.volume_up

to respect somebody for what they have done or to respect their qualitiesvolume_up

I really admire your enthusiasm.volume_up

the act of accepting somebody into an institution, organization, etc.; the right to enter a place or to join an institution or organizationvolume_up

Hospital admission is not necessary in most cases.volume_up

to agree, often unwillingly, that something is truevolume_up

I admit.volume_up

a young person who is developing from a child into an adultvolume_up

adolescents between the ages of 13 and 18 and the problems they facevolume_up

to take somebody else’s child into your family and become its legal parent(s)volume_up

a campaign to encourage childless couples to adoptvolume_up

the act of adopting a child; the fact of being adoptedvolume_up

She put the baby up for adoption.volume_up

fully grown or developedvolume_up

preparing young people for adult lifevolume_up

a fully grown person who is legally responsible for their actionsvolume_up

Children must be accompanied by an adult.volume_up

done or given before something is going to happenvolume_up

Please give us advance warning of any changes.volume_up

progress or a development in a particular activity or area of understandingvolume_up

We live in an age of rapid technological advance.volume_up

if knowledge, technology, etc. advances, it develops and improvesvolume_up

Technology is advancing at an incredibly rapid pace.volume_up

having the most modern and recently developed ideas, methods, etc.volume_up

Scientists are working on highly advanced technology to replace fossil fuels.volume_up

a thing that helps you to be better or more successful than other peoplevolume_up

a distinct/significant/huge advantagevolume_up

an unusual, exciting or dangerous experience, journey or series of eventsvolume_up

her adventures travelling in Africavolume_up

negative and unpleasant; not likely to produce a good resultvolume_up

adverse change/circumstances/weather conditionsvolume_up

to tell the public about a product or a service in order to encourage people to buy or to use itvolume_up

If you want to attract customers you need to advertise.volume_up

a notice, picture or film telling people about a product, job or servicevolume_up

a newspaper/television advertisementvolume_up

the activity and industry of advertising things to people on television, in newspapers, on the internet, etc.volume_up

Cigarette advertising has been banned.volume_up

an opinion or a suggestion about what somebody should do in a particular situationvolume_up

expert/practical/professional/medical advicevolume_up

to tell somebody what you think they should do in a particular situationvolume_up

I would strongly advise against going out on your own.volume_up

a person who supports or speaks in favour of somebody or of a public plan or actionvolume_up

an advocate for hospital workersvolume_up

to support something publiclyvolume_up

The group does not advocate the use of violence.volume_up

connected with beauty and art and the understanding of beautiful thingsvolume_up

the aesthetic appeal of the songsvolume_up

events that are of public interest or political importancevolume_up

world/international affairsvolume_up

to produce a change in somebody/somethingvolume_up

How will these changes affect us?volume_up

the feeling of liking or loving somebody/something very much and caring about themvolume_up

Children need lots of love and affection.volume_up

to have enough money to be able to buy or do somethingvolume_up

Can we afford a new car?volume_up

cheap enough that people can afford to pay it or buy itvolume_up

We offer quality products at affordable prices.volume_up

feeling fear; frightened because you think that you might be hurt or suffervolume_up

Don't be afraid.volume_up

later in time; afterwardsvolume_up

I heard that he'd died.volume_up

at a time later than something; when something has finishedvolume_up

I'll call you after I've spoken to them.volume_up

later than something; following something in timevolume_up

We'll leave after lunch.volume_up

the situation that exists as a result of an important (and usually unpleasant) event, especially a war, an accident, etc.volume_up

A lot of rebuilding took place in the aftermath of the war.volume_up

the period of time from 12 o'clock in the middle of the day until about 6 o’clock in the eveningvolume_up

this/yesterday/tomorrow afternoonvolume_up

at a later time; after an event that has already been mentionedvolume_up

Afterwards she was sorry for what she'd said.volume_up

one more time; on another occasionvolume_up

This must never happen again.volume_up

opposing or disagreeing with somebody/somethingvolume_up

the fight against terrorismvolume_up

the number of years that a person has lived or a thing has existedvolume_up

You're the same age as my brother.volume_up

to become oldervolume_up

As he aged, his memory got worse.volume_up

of the age ofvolume_up

They have two children aged six and nine.volume_up

a business or an organization that provides a particular service especially when representing other businesses or organizationsvolume_up

She works for an advertising agency.volume_up

a list of items to be discussed at a meetingvolume_up

We have a very full agenda of issues to discuss.volume_up

a person whose job is to act for, or manage the affairs of, other people in business, politics, etc.volume_up

Our agent in New York deals with all US sales.volume_up

feelings of anger and hate that may result in threatening or violent behaviourvolume_up

The research shows that computer games may cause aggression.volume_up

angry, and behaving in a threatening way; ready to attackvolume_up

Seals have been known to exhibit aggressive behaviour towards swimmers.volume_up

used in expressions of time with the simple past tense to show how far in the past something happenedvolume_up

two weeks/months/years agovolume_up

to have the same opinion as somebody; to say that you have the same opinionvolume_up

I had to agree.volume_up

an arrangement, a promise or a contract made with somebodyvolume_up

an international peace agreementvolume_up

connected with the science or practice of farmingvolume_up

agricultural policy/land/production/developmentvolume_up

the science or practice of farmingvolume_up

The number of people employed in agriculture has fallen in the last decade.volume_up

used to express surprise, pleasure or sympathy, or when you disagree with somebodyvolume_up

Ah, there you are!volume_up

further forward in space or time; in frontvolume_up

I'll run ahead and warn them.volume_up

money, food, etc. that is sent to help countries in difficult situationsvolume_up

humanitarian/food/medical aidvolume_up

to help somebody/something to do something, especially by making it easiervolume_up

The test is designed to aid in the diagnosis of various diseases.volume_up

a person who helps another person, especially a politician, in their jobvolume_up

White House aidesvolume_up

a serious illness caused by a virus called HIV that attacks the body’s ability to resist infection (the abbreviation for ‘Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome’)volume_up

the AIDS epidemicvolume_up

the purpose of doing something; what somebody is trying to achievevolume_up

the stated aims of the studyvolume_up

to try or plan to achieve somethingvolume_up

He has always aimed high (= tried to achieve a lot).volume_up

the mixture of gases that surrounds the earth and that we breathevolume_up

Let's go out for some fresh air.volume_up

any vehicle that can fly and carry goods or passengersvolume_up

fighter/transport/military aircraftvolume_up

a company that provides regular flights to take passengers and goods to different placesvolume_up

an airline pilot/passengervolume_up

a place where planes land and take off and that has buildings for passengers to wait involume_up

Gatwick Airportvolume_up

a loud noise or a signal that warns people of danger or of a problemvolume_up

She decided to sound the alarm (= warn people that the situation was dangerous).volume_up

to make somebody anxious or afraidvolume_up

I can only guess that they don't want to alarm the public yet.volume_up

althoughvolume_up

He finally agreed, albeit reluctantly, to help us.volume_up

a book in which you keep photographs, stamps, etc.volume_up

a photo albumvolume_up

drinks such as beer, wine, etc. that can make people drunkvolume_up

He never drinks alcohol.volume_up

connected with or containing alcoholvolume_up

alcoholic drinks/beveragesvolume_up

able to think quickly; quick to notice thingsvolume_up

Suddenly he found himself awake and fully alert.volume_up

a situation in which people are watching for danger and ready to deal with itvolume_up

Police are warning the public to be on the alert for suspicious packages.volume_up

to warn somebody about a dangerous situation or one that requires immediate actionvolume_up

Neighbours quickly alerted the emergency services.volume_up

strange and frightening; different from what you are used tovolume_up

an alien environmentvolume_up

a person who is not a citizen of the country in which they live or workvolume_up

an illegal alienvolume_up

to arrange something in the correct position, or to be in the correct position, in relation to something else, especially in a straight linevolume_up

Make sure the shelf is aligned with the top of the cupboard.volume_up

arrangement in a straight linevolume_up

the alignment of the sun, moon and earth at a particular timevolume_up

very similarvolume_up

My sister and I do not look alike.volume_up

in a very similar wayvolume_up

They tried to treat all their children alike.volume_up

living; not deadvolume_up

Is your mother still alive?volume_up

completelyvolume_up

She was dressed all in white.volume_up

the whole number ofvolume_up

All horses are animals, but not all animals are horses.volume_up

the whole number or amountvolume_up

All of the food has gone.volume_up

a public statement that is made without giving proof, accusing somebody of doing something that is wrong or illegalvolume_up

to investigate/deny/withdraw an allegationvolume_up

to state something as a fact but without giving proofvolume_up

The prosecution alleges (that) she was driving carelessly.volume_up

expressed as though something is a fact but without giving any proofvolume_up

crimes allegedly committed during the warvolume_up

an agreement between countries, political parties, etc. to work together in order to achieve something that they all wantvolume_up

to form/make an alliancevolume_up

to give something officially to somebody/something for a particular purposevolume_up

A large sum has been allocated for buying new books for the library.volume_up

an amount of money, space, etc. that is given to somebody for a particular purposevolume_up

We have spent our entire allocation for the year.volume_up

to let somebody/something do something; to let something happen or be donevolume_up

His parents won't allow him to stay out late.volume_up

an amount of money that is given to somebody regularly or for a particular purposevolume_up

an allowance of $20 a dayvolume_up

acceptable; in an acceptable mannervolume_up

Is the coffee all right?volume_up

acceptable; in an acceptable mannervolume_up

Is the coffee all right?volume_up

used to check that somebody agrees or understandsvolume_up

We've got to get up early, all right?volume_up

a country that has agreed to help and support another country, especially in case of a warvolume_up

our European/NATO alliesvolume_up

not quitevolume_up

I like almost all of them.volume_up

without any other peoplevolume_up

Tom is not alone in finding Rick hard to work with.volume_up

without any other peoplevolume_up

Tom is not alone in finding Rick hard to work with.volume_up

forwardvolume_up

I was just walking along singing to myself.volume_up

from one end to or towards the other end of somethingvolume_up

They walked slowly along the road.volume_up

next to or at the side of somethingvolume_up

A police car pulled up alongside us.volume_up

before now or before a particular time in the pastvolume_up

I've already eaten.’volume_up

in addition; toovolume_up

She's fluent in French and German. She also speaks a little Italian.volume_up

to become different; to make somebody/something differentvolume_up

Prices did not alter significantly during 2019.volume_up

that can be used instead of something elsevolume_up

The road was closed so we had to find an alternative route.volume_up

a thing that you can choose to do or have out of two or more possibilitiesvolume_up

The car is too expensive so we're trying to find a cheaper alternative.volume_up

used for introducing a statement that makes the main statement in a sentence seem surprisingvolume_up

Although the sun was shining, it wasn't very warm.volume_up

(used to emphasize something) completely; in every wayvolume_up

The train went slower and slower until it stopped altogether.volume_up

a chemical element. Aluminium is a light, silver-grey metal used for making pans, etc.volume_up

aluminium saucepans/window framesvolume_up

at all times; on every occasionvolume_up

There's almost always somebody at home in the evenings.volume_up

doing something for pleasure or interest, not as a jobvolume_up

an amateur photographervolume_up

a person who takes part in a sport or other activity for pleasure, not as a jobvolume_up

The tournament is open to both amateurs and professionals.volume_up

very surprisedvolume_up

an amazed lookvolume_up

very surprising, especially in a way that you like or admirevolume_up

an amazing feat/story/experiencevolume_up

an official who lives in a foreign country as the senior representative there of their own countryvolume_up

the British Ambassador to Italy/in Romevolume_up

something that you want to do or achieve very muchvolume_up

She had fulfilled her lifelong ambition.volume_up

determined to be successful, rich, powerful, etc.volume_up

a fiercely ambitious young managervolume_up

a vehicle with special equipment, used for taking sick or injured people to a hospitalvolume_up

Call an ambulance!volume_up

to change a law, document, statement, etc. slightly in order to correct a mistake or to improve itvolume_up

He asked to see the amended version.volume_up

a small change or improvement that is made to a document or proposed new law; the process of changing a document or proposed new lawvolume_up

to introduce/propose/table an amendment (= to suggest it)volume_up

in the middle of or during something, especially something that causes excitement or fearvolume_up

He finished his speech amid tremendous applause.volume_up

surrounded by somebody/something; in the middle of somebody/somethingvolume_up

a house among the treesvolume_up

a quantity of somethingvolume_up

I was amazed at the amount he could eat.volume_up

funny and giving pleasurevolume_up

an amusing story/game/incidentvolume_up

a comparison of one thing with another thing that has similar features; a feature that is similarvolume_up

The teacher drew an analogy between the human heart and a pump.volume_up

to examine the nature or structure of something, especially by separating it into its parts, in order to understand or explain itvolume_up

The job involves collecting and analysing data.volume_up

the detailed study or examination of something in order to understand more about it; the result of the studyvolume_up

statistical/data analysisvolume_up

a person whose job involves examining facts or materials in order to give an opinion on themvolume_up

a political/financial analystvolume_up

a person in your family who lived a long time agovolume_up

His ancestors had come to America from Ireland.volume_up

a heavy metal object that is attached to a rope or chain and dropped over the side of a ship or boat to keep it in one placevolume_up

to drop anchorvolume_up

belonging to a period of history that is thousands of years in the pastvolume_up

Archaeologists are excavating the ruined temples of this ancient civilization.volume_up

also; in addition tovolume_up

bread and buttervolume_up

a spirit who is believed to be a servant of God, and is sent by God to deliver a message or perform a task. Angels are often shown dressed in white, with wings.volume_up

a host of angelsvolume_up

the strong feeling that you have when something has happened that you think is bad and unfairvolume_up

She had to find a way to express her pent-up anger.volume_up

the space between two lines or surfaces that join, measured in degreesvolume_up

a 45° anglevolume_up

having strong feelings about something that you dislike very much or about an unfair situationvolume_up

Her behaviour really made me angry.volume_up

a creature that is not a bird, a fish, a reptile, an insect or a humanvolume_up

the animals and birds of South Americavolume_up

the process of making films, videos and computer games in which drawings, models or images of people and animals seem to movevolume_up

computer/cartoon animationvolume_up

the joint connecting the foot to the leg; the narrow part of the leg just above the ankle jointvolume_up

to sprain/break/twist your anklevolume_up

a date that is an exact number of years after the date of an important or special eventvolume_up

on the anniversary of his wife’s deathvolume_up

to tell people something officially, especially about a decision, plans, etc.volume_up

He officially announced his intention to resign at today's press conference.volume_up

a spoken or written statement that informs people about somethingvolume_up

to make an announcementvolume_up

to make somebody slightly angryvolume_up

His constant joking was beginning to annoy her.volume_up

slightly angryvolume_up

He was beginning to get very annoyed with me about my carelessness.volume_up

making somebody feel slightly angryvolume_up

This interruption is very annoying.volume_up

happening or done once every yearvolume_up

an annual meeting/event/report/conferencevolume_up