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B2 noun /ˈsaɪd.laɪn/

sideline

второстепенная работа
Meaning
An activity done in addition to one's main job or area of work.
Example
The sideline discussions led to mutual understanding.
Второстепенные обсуждения привели к взаимопониманию.
C1 adjective /ˌsɛm.iˈæn.ju.əl/

semiannual

полугодовой
Meaning
Occurring twice a year; every six months.
Example
The company holds a semiannual meeting with all employees.
Компания проводит полугодовую встречу со всеми сотрудниками.
A2 adjective /səkˈsɛsfəl/

Successful

успешный; процветающий; победоносный
Meaning
having achieved a desired aim or result; prosperous
Example
She was successful in her career as a doctor.
Она была успешна в своей карьере как врач.
C1 noun /ˈstænzə/

stanza

строфа
Meaning
a group of lines forming a unit in a poem or song
Example
The poem begins with a stanza describing nature.
Стихотворение начинается с строфы, описывающей природу.
B1 noun /ˈsɜːdʒəri/

surgery

Meaning
a medical procedure involving the cutting of the body to treat a condition
Example
She underwent surgery to remove the tumor.
B2 noun /ˈseɡ.mənt/

Segment

сегмент; часть; разделённая часть
Meaning
each of the parts into which something is divided; a section or portion
Example
The orange was divided into eight segments.
Апельсин был разделён на восемь сегментов.
B2 noun /ˈsɛnətər/

senator

сенатор
Meaning
a member of a senate, especially in a legislative body
Example
The senator spoke passionately about environmental policies.
Сенатор страстно говорил о экологической политике.
C1 noun /ˌsɑːrdʒənt ˈmeɪdʒər/

sergeant-major

сержант-майор
Meaning
A senior non-commissioned officer in the army responsible for discipline and administration within a unit.
Example
The sergeant-major inspected the troops before the parade.
Сержант-майор проверил войска перед парадом.
B2 verb /stæk/

stack

складывать или накапливать
Meaning
to arrange things in a neat pile or one on top of another
Example
He stacked the books neatly on the shelf.
Он аккуратно сложил книги на полке.
B2 noun /ˈstrʌk.tʃərz/

structures

структуры
Meaning
Buildings or other objects constructed from several parts.
Example
The region has ancient structures.
Этот регион имеет древние структуры.
B1 verb /sərˈvaɪv/

survive

выжить
Meaning
To continue to live or exist after a difficult event or situation.
Example
He managed to survive the storm.
Он смог выжить во время шторма.
B2 adjective /ˈsiː.z ə n.əl/

Seasonal

сезонный
Meaning
relating to or occurring in a particular season; changing according to the seasons
Example
Many businesses hire seasonal workers during the holidays.
Многие компании нанимают сезонных работников во время каникул.
B1 noun/adjective /ˈstændɪŋ/

standing

положение / репутация
Meaning
status, reputation, or position; also the act of being upright on the feet
Example
He has high standing in the community for his charity work.
У него высокий статус в обществе за его благотворительную работу.
A2 noun səkˈsɛs

success

успех
Meaning
The accomplishment of an aim or purpose; the attainment of popularity or profit
Example
Success requires focus and determination.
Успех требует сосредоточенности и решимости.
C1 adjective /ˈsʌltri/

sultry

жаркий и влажный, привлекательный
Meaning
Uncomfortably hot and humid; also describes someone attractive in a passionate or sensual way.
Example
The sultry weather made it hard to focus on work.
Жаркая и влажная погода затрудняла сосредоточение на работе.
C1 adjective /skænt/

Scant

скудный
Meaning
barely sufficient; inadequate; small in amount
Example
There was scant evidence to support his claim.
Было очень мало доказательств, чтобы поддержать его утверждение.
A1 noun /ˈsʌmər/

summer

лето
Meaning
the warmest season of the year, between spring and autumn
Example
We love going to the beach during summer.
Нам нравится ходить на пляж летом.
B2 noun ˈstɪmjələs

stimulus

стимул
Meaning
A thing or event that evokes a specific functional reaction in an organ or tissue.
Example
Plants respond to external stimulus.
Растения реагируют на внешний стимул.
B2 noun ˈsəʊ.lər ˈen.ə.dʒi

solar energy

солневая энергия
Meaning
Energy from the sun that is converted into thermal or electrical energy.
Example
Solar energy is vital for reducing carbon emissions.
Солнечная энергия жизненно важна для снижения выбросов углерода.
C2 noun /slaɪt/

sleight

умение
Meaning
Skill or dexterity, especially in performing tricks.
Example
The magician amazed the crowd with his sleight of hand.
Фокусник поразил толпу своим мастерством.
B2 verb /ˈskroʊlɪŋ/

scrolling

прокрутка
Meaning
Moving through content on a screen by sliding up or down.
Example
Scrolling through feeds wastes a lot of time.
Прокрутка ленты тратит много времени.
C1 verb /ˈstriːm.laɪn/

streamline

упрощать или повышать эффективность
Meaning
To make a process simpler and more efficient.
Example
The company aims to streamline production to reduce costs.
Компания стремится оптимизировать производство для снижения затрат.
C1 adjective /ˈsɜːrvɪsəbl/

serviceable

пригодный
Meaning
fit for use; usable; in working order
Example
The old bicycle is still serviceable despite its age.
Старый велосипед все еще пригоден к использованию, несмотря на свой возраст.
B2 adjective /ˌsɪstəˈmætɪk/

systematic

систематический
Meaning
Done or acting according to a fixed plan or system; methodical.
Example
The company took a systematic approach to solving the issue.
Компания использовала систематический подход для решения проблемы.
B2 adjective /swɪft/

swift

быстрый
Meaning
moving very quickly; happening promptly
Example
The river current was swift after the heavy rain.
Течение реки было быстрым после сильного дождя.
A1 noun /skaɪ/

Sky

небо
Meaning
the region of the atmosphere and outer space seen from the earth
Example
The sky is blue today.
Небо сегодня синее.
C1 verb/noun /snɑːrl/

snarl

рычание, пробка
Meaning
to growl aggressively with bared teeth; a tangle or mess
Example
The dog snarled at the stranger near the gate.
Собака зарычала на незнакомца возле ворот.
C1 noun ˈsɛlf pəˈzɪʃən

self-possession

самообладание
Meaning
The quality of being calm and confident and in control of one's emotions; composure.
Example
His self-possession during the crisis was remarkable.
Его самообладание во время кризиса было замечательным.
B2 noun /sɪˈver.ə.ti/

Severity

серьезность; строгость; тяжесть
Meaning
the quality of being extremely serious or harsh; intensity of something bad
Example
The severity of the storm caused widespread damage across the city.
Серьезность шторма вызвала широкие разрушения по всему городу.
C2 verb /ˈseɪʃiˌeɪt/

satiate

удовлетворить
Meaning
To satisfy fully, especially with food or desire.
Example
The large meal satiated his hunger.
Большой обед утолил его голод.
C1 adjective /sɪˈkluːdɪd/

secluded

уединённый
Meaning
Placed apart from other people or things; private and quiet.
Example
They spent their vacation in a secluded beach house.
Они провели свой отпуск в уединённом домике на пляже.
B2 noun /sneɪl/

Snail

улитка
Meaning
a small soft creature with a shell on its back that moves very slowly
Example
The snail left a shiny trail as it crawled across the leaf.
Улитка оставила блестящий след, ползая по листу.
B1 verb /sɪˈlekt/

select

выбирать
Meaning
to choose from a number of alternatives; to pick out
Example
Please select your favorite color.
Пожалуйста, выберите ваш любимый цвет.
B2 noun /ˈsɒr.oʊ/

Sorrow

горе; печаль;
Meaning
a feeling of deep distress caused by loss or disappointment
Example
His heart was filled with sorrow after the tragedy.
Его сердце было наполнено горем после трагедии.
C1 adjective /səbˈsɜːviənt/

subservient

покорный
Meaning
prepared to obey others unquestioningly; less important than something else
Example
She was too subservient to challenge his decision.
Она была слишком покорной, чтобы оспорить его решение.
C2 adjective /səˈmætɪk/

somatic

телесный
Meaning
Relating to the body, especially as distinct from the mind.
Example
Yoga can improve both somatic and mental health.
Йога может улучшить как телесное, так и психическое здоровье.
B1 noun /ˌsaʊθˈiːst/

southeast

юго-восток
Meaning
the direction that is between south and east; a region in that direction
Example
The city is located in the southeast of the country.
Город находится на юго-востоке страны.
C2 adjective /ˈsuːpaɪn/

supine

лежать на спине
Meaning
Lying on the back, face upward; failing to act due to laziness or weakness.
Example
He lay supine on the grass, staring at the stars.
Он лежал на траве, смотрел на звезды.
B1 adjective /səˈpəʊzd/

supposed

предположительный
Meaning
generally believed or assumed, but not necessarily true
Example
This is the supposed solution to the problem.
Это предполагаемое решение проблемы.
C1 noun /ˌsəʊ.ʃi.əʊˈek.ə.nɒm.ɪk ˈprɒɡ.res/

socioeconomic progress

социоэкономический прогресс
Meaning
Advancement in both social and economic conditions of a society or community.
Example
Socioeconomic progress uplifts marginalized communities.
Социоэкономический прогресс поднимает маргинализированные сообщества.
B1 verb /spɔɪl/

spoil

испортить
Meaning
to damage or ruin something
Example
The rain spoiled the outdoor event.
Дождь испортил мероприятие на открытом воздухе.
B1 verb, adjective /spɛnt/

spent

потраченный, исчерпанный
Meaning
Past tense and past participle of 'spend'; also used as an adjective meaning exhausted or used up.
Example
She spent all her energy preparing for the exam.
Она потратила всю свою энергию на подготовку к экзамену.
B2 adverb /ˈsɛkʃuəli/

sexually

сексуально
Meaning
in a way that relates to or involves sexual activity or feelings
Example
The film was considered too sexually explicit for young audiences.
Фильм был признан слишком сексуально откровенным для молодой аудитории.
C2 adjective /ˈspɔːrtɪv/

sportive

спортивный
Meaning
Playful, lively, or full of fun.
Example
The children were in a sportive mood during the picnic.
Дети были в спортивном настроении во время пикника.
B1 noun /ʃɔːr/

Shore

берег; побережье; пляж
Meaning
the land along the edge of a sea, lake, or other body of water
Example
We walked along the shore collecting seashells.
Мы шли вдоль берега, собирая ракушки.
A2 verb /ˈsetəl/

settle

осесть
Meaning
to resolve; to establish residence; to calm down
Example
They decided to settle in a quiet village.
Они решили осесть в тихой деревне.
C1 adjective /ˈskɔːrnfəl/

Scornful

презрительный
Meaning
showing contempt or disdain; expressing scorn
Example
She gave him a scornful look when he made the rude comment.
Она посмотрела на него с презрением, когда он сделал грубый комментарий.
C1 noun /ˈsaɪnəs/

sinus

синус
Meaning
A cavity within a bone or tissue, especially those in the bones of the face connected with the nasal cavities.
Example
He suffered from a sinus infection that caused headaches.
Он страдал от инфекции синусов, которая вызвала головную боль.
B2 verb ˈstɪmjəleɪt

stimulate

стимулировать
Meaning
To encourage or promote the development or growth of something
Example
Proper sunlight stimulates plant growth.
Подобающий солнечный свет стимулирует рост растений.
C1 adjective /ˈsæv.i/

savvy

умный, ловкий
Meaning
Having practical knowledge and the ability to make good judgments.
Example
She is a tech-savvy entrepreneur.
Она - предприниматель с хорошими техническими знаниями.
C1 noun /swiːt.laɪm/

Sweetlime

сладкий лайм
Meaning
a citrus fruit that is sweeter and less acidic than regular lime
Example
The sweetlime juice was refreshing on a hot day.
Сок сладкого лайма был освежающим в жаркий день.
B2 noun ˌspɛk.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən

speculation

спекуляция
Meaning
Investment in stocks, property, or other ventures in the hope of gain but with the risk of loss.
Example
Stock market speculation can lead to high volatility.
Спекуляции на фондовом рынке могут привести к высокой волатильности.
C2 adjective /ˈsæŋɡwɪˌnɛri/

sanguinary

кровавый
Meaning
Involving or causing much bloodshed; bloodthirsty.
Example
The battle was one of the most sanguinary conflicts of the war.
Битва была одним из самых кровавых конфликтов войны.
C2 noun /ˈsɛkstənt/

sextant

секстант
Meaning
a navigational instrument with a graduated arc of 60°, used to measure the angle between a celestial object and the horizon
Example
Using a sextant, the navigator fixed the ship’s position at noon.
Используя секстант, навигатор определил положение корабля в полдень.
B2 adjective səˈsteɪ.nə.bəl

sustainable

устойчивый
Meaning
Able to be maintained at a certain rate or level; conserving an ecological balance.
Example
Sustainable practices mitigate environmental impact.
Устойчивые практики уменьшают воздействие на окружающую среду.
A2 adverb /ˈʃʊə.li/

Surely

несомненно
Meaning
without doubt; certainly
Example
You will surely pass the exam if you study hard.
Ты несомненно сдашь экзамен, если будешь усердно учиться.
C2 noun /ˈsɒfɪstri/

sophistry

софистика
Meaning
the use of clever but false arguments, often to deceive
Example
The politician's speech was full of sophistry.
Речь политика была полна софистики.
B1 noun ˈstrʌk.tʃər

structure

структура
Meaning
The arrangement of and relations between the parts or elements of something complex.
Example
The structure is designed for safety and functionality.
Структура разработана для обеспечения безопасности и функциональности.
C1 adjective /sɪər/

Sear

высушенный; сгоревший; увядший
Meaning
withered; dried up; burned or scorched
Example
The sear leaves fell from the trees in autumn.
Оставшиеся сухие листья упали с деревьев осенью.
C1 verb /ˈstɪɡmətaɪz/

stigmatize

стигматизировать
Meaning
to describe or regard someone as worthy of disgrace or disapproval
Example
People with certain illnesses are often unfairly stigmatized.
Люди с определенными заболеваниями часто несправедливо стигматизируются.
B2 noun /slɛdʒ/

sledge

сани
Meaning
a vehicle for traveling over snow, often pulled by animals
Example
The children rode a sledge down the snowy hill.
Дети катались на санях с заснеженной горы.
A2 verb /ˈstɑːtɪŋ/

starting

начинать
Meaning
beginning to do or experience something
Example
She is starting a new job next week.
Она начинает новую работу на следующей неделе.
B2 adjective /ˈʃɔːrt ˌsaɪtɪd/

Short-sighted

близорукость; ограниченное мировоззрение
Meaning
lacking foresight or consideration for the future; myopic
Example
His short-sighted decision to quit school early affected his career prospects.
Его короткозоркое решение бросить школу рано повлияло на его карьерные перспективы.
B2 noun ˈsæt.əl.aɪt

satellite

спутник
Meaning
An artificial object which has been intentionally placed into orbit around a celestial body.
Example
Satellites provide critical data for research.
Спутники предоставляют важные данные для исследований.
B2 noun /skɑːr/

Scar

шрам
Meaning
a mark left on the skin after a wound has healed; lasting emotional damage
Example
The accident left a permanent scar on his forehead.
Авария оставила постоянный шрам на его лбу.
C2 noun /ˈʃɑːdənfrɔɪdə/

schadenfreude

удовлетворение от чужого несчастья
Meaning
pleasure derived from another person's misfortune
Example
He felt a sense of schadenfreude when his rival failed.
Он почувствовал шаденфройде, когда его соперник потерпел неудачу.
B2 verb /ˈskætər/

scatter

разбрасывать
Meaning
to spread or throw around in different directions
Example
The wind scattered the leaves across the yard.
Ветер разбрасывал листья по двору.
B2 adjective, noun /ˈsɪŋɡjələr/

singular

необыкновенный / сингулярный
Meaning
Remarkable, extraordinary; or grammatical form referring to one person or thing.
Example
She has a singular talent for painting.
У нее необыкновенный талант к живописи.
A2 noun /skwɛə(r)/

square

квадрат
Meaning
a shape with four equal straight sides and four right angles
Example
The table has a square shape.
Стол имеет квадратную форму.
C2 adjective ˌsʌr.əpˈtɪʃ.əs

surreptitious

тайный
Meaning
Kept secret, especially because it would not be approved of; done stealthily.
Example
She took a surreptitious glance at his notes.
Она украдкой взглянула на его заметки.
B2 verb /ʃriːk/

shriek

крик
Meaning
to make a loud, high-pitched cry
Example
She shrieked when she saw the spider.
Она закричала, когда увидела паука.
B1 noun /ˈspɛndɪŋ/

spending

расходы
Meaning
the act of paying money for goods or services
Example
Her spending on clothes was higher than expected.
Её траты на одежду были выше, чем ожидалось.
C1 adjective /ˌsʌb.təˈreɪ.ni.ən/

subterranean

подземный
Meaning
Existing, occurring, or done under the earth's surface.
Example
Subterranean water sources help sustain agriculture.
Подземные источники воды помогают поддерживать сельское хозяйство.
B2 verb /səbˈmɪt/

submit

отправить
Meaning
to present for consideration; to surrender; to yield
Example
Please submit your assignment by Friday.
Пожалуйста, отправьте ваше задание до пятницы.
B2 adverb /ˈsiː.krət.li/

secretly

тайно
Meaning
in a way that is hidden or not known by others
Example
She secretly planned a surprise party for her friend.
Она тайно спланировала вечеринку-сюрприз для своей подруги.
B2 verb /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪz/

specialize

специализироваться
Meaning
to focus on a particular subject or activity and become an expert in it
Example
He decided to specialize in cardiology.
Он решил специализироваться в кардиологии.
C1 adjective /ˈstɔːlwərt/

stalwart

непоколебимый, верный
Meaning
Loyal, reliable, and hardworking; strongly built or sturdy.
Example
She has always been a stalwart supporter of the community.
Она всегда была непоколебимым сторонником сообщества.
B2 noun /ˈsɛm.ɪ.nɑːr/

seminar

семинар
Meaning
A meeting for discussion or training, especially in an academic setting.
Example
The professor invited all students to attend the seminar on climate change.
Профессор пригласил всех студентов на семинар по изменению климата.
C1 noun ˈsɪn.tæks

syntax

синтаксис
Meaning
The arrangement of words and phrases to create well-formed sentences in a language.
Example
Programming languages follow strict syntax rules.
Языки программирования следуют строгим правилам синтаксиса.
A2 noun sɔːŋz

songs

песни
Meaning
A short poem or other set of words set to music or meant to be sung.
Example
Listen to songs to learn pronunciation.
Слушайте песни, чтобы учить произношение.
C1 noun /ˈsæf.rən/

Saffron

шафран
Meaning
a deep yellow-orange color; an expensive spice derived from crocus flowers
Example
The saffron fabric looked beautiful in the sunlight.
Шафрановая ткань выглядела прекрасно на солнечном свете.
B2 noun /ˈspəʊksmən/

spokesman

представитель
Meaning
a person who speaks on behalf of others, especially for a group or organization
Example
The spokesman addressed the crowd during the rally.
Представитель выступил перед толпой во время митинга.
A1 noun /ˈʃɒpɪŋ/

shopping

шоппинг
Meaning
the activity of going to shops to buy things
Example
She spent the afternoon shopping for clothes.
Она провела день, покупая одежду.
C1 verb /sɪˈkluːd/

seclude

изолировать
Meaning
To keep someone away from other people; to isolate.
Example
The monk chose to seclude himself in the mountains.
Монах выбрал изолироваться в горах.
C2 adjective /ˈsiːmli/

seemly

подобающий
Meaning
proper or appropriate in behavior or appearance
Example
It was not seemly to argue loudly during the ceremony.
Не было подобающим спорить громко во время церемонии.
B2 noun ˈstræt.ɪ.dʒiz

strategies

стратегии
Meaning
A plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall aim; the art of planning and directing operations.
Example
Effective strategies can mitigate climate change impacts.
Эффективные стратегии могут смягчить последствия изменения климата.
A2 adjective /ˈsep.ər.ət/

Separate

отдельно; различно; индивидуально; в стороне
Meaning
distinct; not connected; individual; apart
Example
Please keep your personal and professional lives separate.
Пожалуйста, держите вашу личную и профессиональную жизнь отдельно.
B1 noun /seɪnt/

Saint

человек, признанный святым или добродетельным; очень добрый или терпеливый человек
Meaning
person recognized as holy or virtuous; very kind or patient person
Example
Mother Teresa was declared a saint by the Catholic Church.
Мать Тереза была канонизирована католической церковью.
A2 noun /staɪl/

Style

стиль
Meaning
a particular way of doing something; a distinctive appearance or manner of expression
Example
She has her own unique style of writing that captivates readers.
У нее свой уникальный стиль письма, который захватывает читателей.
B2 noun/verb /stʌnt/

stunt

трюк, достижение, препятствовать росту
Meaning
a daring or unusual action performed for entertainment or publicity; to hinder growth or development
Example
The actor performed a dangerous stunt in the movie.
Актёр исполнил опасный стант в фильме.
B1 adjective /ʃɛrd/

shared

общий
Meaning
used, done, or experienced by two or more people together
Example
They live in a shared apartment near the university.
Они живут в общей квартире рядом с университетом.
C1 noun /sɪˈdʌk.ʃən/

Seduction

соблазн; искушение
Meaning
the action of seducing someone; temptation to do something wrong
Example
He fell victim to the seduction of easy money.
Он стал жертвой соблазна легких денег.
C1 adjective /sɪmˈfɒnɪk/

symphonic

симфонический
Meaning
relating to or having the character of a symphony or symphony orchestra
Example
The concert featured a symphonic masterpiece.
Концерт представил симфоническое произведение.
B1 noun sɪˈkjʊə.rɪ.ti

security

безопасность
Meaning
The state of being free from danger, threat, or loss.
Example
Food security is essential for human survival.
Пищевая безопасность необходима для выживания человека.
C1 noun /stɛlθ/

stealth

скрытность, тихое движение
Meaning
The act of moving, doing, or achieving something quietly and secretly.
Example
The cat moved with stealth towards its prey.
Кошка двигалась скрытно к своей добыче.
C1 noun /ˈstɪɡmə/

stigma

стигма
Meaning
a mark of shame or disgrace associated with a particular circumstance or quality
Example
There is still a stigma around mental health issues in many societies.
В некоторых обществах до сих пор существует стигма, связанная с проблемами психического здоровья.
B2 verb, noun /ʃeɪv/

shave

брить
Meaning
To remove hair from the body, typically using a razor; the act of removing hair
Example
He likes to shave every morning before work.
Он любит бриться каждое утро перед работой.
B1 noun /ˈspɪr.ɪt/

Spirit

дух; душа; энтузиазм; смелость
Meaning
the non-physical part of a person; enthusiasm or courage; the essential character of something
Example
The team showed great spirit despite losing the match.
Команда показала большой дух, несмотря на проигрыш.
C2 verb /səˈbɔːrn/

suborn

подкупить
Meaning
to bribe or induce someone unlawfully to perform an act, especially to commit perjury
Example
The lawyer was accused of trying to suborn a witness.
Адвокат был обвинён в попытке подкупить свидетеля.
C2 adjective /ˈstraɪ.eɪ.tɪd/

striated

полосатый
Meaning
marked with thin lines, grooves, or stripes
Example
The muscle fibers appeared striated under the microscope.
Мышечные волокна были видны как полосатые под микроскопом.
C2 noun /ˌsæv.wɑːr ˈfeər/

savoir-faire

социальная ловкость
Meaning
The ability to act or speak appropriately in social situations; polished social skills.
Example
She handled the delicate situation with remarkable savoir-faire.
Она справилась с деликатной ситуацией с замечательным savoir-faire.
B2 adjective /ˈstɜːrdi/

sturdy

крепкий
Meaning
strongly and solidly built; not easily weakened
Example
The carpenter made a sturdy wooden table.
Плотник сделал прочный деревянный стол.
C2 adjective /sɪmˈfoʊniəs/

symphonious

Meaning
Harmonious; producing a pleasant sound or agreement of sound.
Example
The choir's voices were symphonious and filled the hall with beauty.
B2 adjective /səbˈstæn.ʃəl/

Substantial

существенный; значительный; существенный
Meaning
large in size, amount, or importance; considerable; significant
Example
There was a substantial increase in sales this quarter.
В этом квартале было значительное увеличение продаж.
C1 adjective /ˈstɒdʒi/

stodgy

тяжелый, старомодный
Meaning
Dull, uninspired, or old-fashioned; also heavy and hard to digest when referring to food.
Example
The lecture was so stodgy that many students struggled to stay awake.
Лекция была настолько тяжелой, что многим студентам было трудно оставаться бодрыми.
C1 noun /ˈsteɪtəs kwoʊ/

status quo

статус кво
Meaning
The existing state of affairs, especially regarding social or political issues.
Example
The government decided to maintain the status quo until further review.
Правительство решило сохранить статус кво до дальнейшего рассмотрения.
B2 noun /ˈspɛʃəlti/

specialty

специализация
Meaning
a particular area of study, work, or interest; something in which a person or place excels
Example
Her specialty is pediatric medicine.
Её специализация — педиатрия.
C2 noun /ʃiːt fɪʃ/

Sheat-fish

сом
Meaning
A large freshwater catfish with a broad flat head and long barbels
Example
The sheat-fish is one of the largest freshwater fish in South Asia.
Сом — одна из самых крупных пресноводных рыб Южной Азии.
B2 verb /ˈspɛkjʊˌleɪt/

speculate

спекулировать / инвестировать
Meaning
To form a theory or guess without firm evidence; to invest in stocks, property, etc. hoping for profit.
Example
Experts speculate that the company may expand into new markets.
Эксперты спекулируют, что компания может расшириться на новые рынки.
B2 noun /ˈstɔːrɪdʒ/

storage

хранение
Meaning
the action or method of storing something for future use
Example
The warehouse offers plenty of storage space.
Склад предлагает много места для хранения.
C2 noun ˈsaɪəns ˈdezət

science-desert

научная пустыня
Meaning
A region or area lacking in scientific development, research facilities, or educational institutions.
Example
J.C. Bose thrived in a science-desert.
Джей Си Бос процветал в научной пустыне.
B2 noun /ˈsɪɡ.nəlz/

signals

сигналы
Meaning
A gesture, action, or sound conveying information or instructions.
Example
Signals from deep space were detected last week.
Сигналы из глубокого космоса были зафиксированы на прошлой неделе.
C2 noun /ˈʃɪbəˌlɛθ/

shibboleth

выражение или вера, отличающие определённую группу людей
Meaning
A custom, phrase, or belief distinguishing a particular group of people, often used to identify outsiders.
Example
The phrase became a political shibboleth during the campaign.
Фраза стала политическим шибболетом во время кампании.
A2 noun /ˈʃaʊər/

shower

душ; ливень
Meaning
a brief fall of rain or snow or a device for taking a bath or washing oneself
Example
After the workout, I took a quick shower to refresh myself.
После тренировки я быстро принял душ, чтобы освежиться.
B2 adjective /ˈsoʊʃəbəl/

Sociable

общительный; дружелюбный; экстраверт
Meaning
friendly and enjoys being with other people; outgoing
Example
She is very sociable and makes friends easily.
Она очень общительная и легко находит друзей.
C1 adjective /ˈspraɪtli/

sprightly

живой
Meaning
full of energy and life; lively
Example
The sprightly old man danced with joy at the wedding.
Живой старик танцевал с радостью на свадьбе.
C2 verb /skʌlk/

skulk

Meaning
to move or hide secretly, often because you are planning something bad or are feeling guilty
Example
He tried to skulk in the shadows to avoid being seen.
C1 noun /sɪˈsɛʃən/

secession

сецессия
Meaning
The action of formally withdrawing from membership of a federation or body.
Example
The secession of the southern states led to the Civil War.
Сецессия южных штатов привела к Гражданской войне.
B2 noun (plural) /skræps/

scraps

остатки
Meaning
Small pieces left over from something; also small fights or quarrels.
Example
The dog ate the scraps from the table.
Собака съела остатки со стола.
C1 verb /spɔːn/

spawn

порождать
Meaning
to produce or generate, often in large numbers
Example
The video game has spawned many sequels.
Видеоигра породила много продолжений.
C2 noun /sfɛˈrɪsɪti/

sphericity

сферичность
Meaning
The quality or state of being spherical; roundness.
Example
The sphericity of the ball made it roll smoothly on the ground.
Сферичность мяча позволила ему гладко катиться по земле.