Vocab words 1
The children, after a day of playing in the rain, returned home with _________ knees and shoes.
muddy
This nation, once part of Yugoslavia, gained independence in 1991, and its capital, Zagreb, is known for its Austro-Hungarian architecture.
The greenhouse, lacking proper ventilation, became _________ _________ to the point where the plants began to wither.
unbearably hot
Most decorated (most medaled) Olympian of all time?
michael phelps
This iconic Turkish pop singer is known as "Minik Serçe" (Little Sparrow)
sezen aksu
The sunset over the ocean was so _________ that I couldn't take my eyes away.
stunning
This South American nation, home to a significant Japanese diaspora, also boasts a rich Afro-Indigenous-Lusitano heritage, making it a true melting pot
Brazil
The university's investment in state-of-the-art research _________ fostered an environment of innovation.
facilities
This grueling cycling race, held annually in France, covers thousands of kilometers and tests the riders' physical and mental limits
tour de france
What is the name of the stringed instrument with a long neck and frets, central to Turkish folk and classical music, that comes in various sizes like cura, tambura, and divan?
baglama/saz
The old warehouse, with its broken windows and peeling paint, was ______________ .
This African nation is famous for its tea and coffee exports and also boasts a vibrant tourism industry.
Kenya
The lighthouse, standing sentinel on the rocky promontory, felt profoundly _________ from the clamor of the mainland.
isolated or deserted
In golf, this term refers to a score of one under par on a hole.
birdie
This Turkish DJ, known for his unique style, and electronic infused music, has gained a large international following
mahmut orhan
The new software program was remarkably _________ at processing data.
efficient
This Central Asian country, once a key stop on the Silk Road, preserves many architectural treasures from its Timurid and Soviet past
Uzbekistan
Despite the clean appearance of the town, a _________ secret lay hidden: the illegal dumping of toxic waste in the nearby river.
filthy
This iconic baseball player was the first Black athlete in Major League Baseball in 1947, playing for the Brooklyn Dodgers.
jackie robinson
This artist, with a distinctive raspy voice, is considered one of the founders of Anatolian rock.
cem karaca
The small detail, though crucial, was _________ by the editors during the review process.
overlooked
This Asian country has over 800 distinct languages spoken within its borders
Papua New Guinea
The debutante's ball, held in the mansion's grand ballroom, was an undeniably _________ affair, complete with champagne fountains and a string quartet.
posh
all-time top scorer in the English Premier League
alan shearer
This region is known for its distinctive folk music, often featuring the kemençe
karadeniz bolgesi