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B2 noun /skɛtʃ/

sketch

эскиз
Meaning
a simple, rough drawing or outline
Example
He made a quick sketch of the landscape.
Он сделал быстрый эскиз пейзажа.
C1 adjective /ˌsuː.pəˈsɒn.ɪk/

Supersonic

быстрее скорости звука; относящийся к скоростям, превышающим скорость звука
Meaning
faster than the speed of sound; relating to speeds greater than the speed of sound
Example
The supersonic jet broke the sound barrier.
Сверхзвуковой самолет преодолел звуковой барьер.
B2 noun /səˈspens/

Suspense

напряжение
Meaning
a feeling of excited or anxious uncertainty about what will happen
Example
The movie kept us in suspense until the very end.
Фильм держал нас в напряжении до самого конца.
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.
C2 verb /ˈsnʌfəl/

snuffle

шумно дышать носом
Meaning
to breathe noisily through the nose, often because of crying or a cold
Example
The child began to snuffle after crying for a long time.
Ребёнок начал сопеть после того, как долго плакал.
B2 verb /suː/

sue

подать в суд
Meaning
to bring a lawsuit against someone in a court of law
Example
She decided to sue the company for damages.
Она решила подать в суд на компанию за ущерб.
A2 noun ˈsɜːrvɪs

service

сервис
Meaning
An act of helping or doing work for someone.
Example
True education promotes the value of service to others.
Настоящее образование способствует ценности службы для других.
A2 noun /ˈsɛlər/

seller

счастье
Meaning
a person who sells something
Example
The seller offered a discount on bulk purchases.
Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.
B2 noun /ˈʃɔːrt.kʌm.ɪŋ/

Shortcoming

недостаток; ошибка; дефект
Meaning
a fault or failure to meet a certain standard; a deficiency
Example
Despite his many talents, he has some shortcomings.
Несмотря на его многочисленные таланты, у него есть несколько недостатков.
C1 noun/verb /stæmˈpiːd/

stampede

паника
Meaning
A sudden, uncontrolled rush of people or animals; to cause a mass movement.
Example
The loud noise caused a stampede of the crowd.
Громкий звук вызвал панику в толпе.
B2 noun /ˈʃəʊ.keɪs/

showcase

витрина, показывать что-то привлекательным или выгодным способом
Meaning
A display case or exhibition; to present something in an attractive or favorable way.
Example
The exhibition showcased the artist's best works.
Выставка продемонстрировала лучшие работы художника.
C1 noun/verb /snɛər/

snare

ловушка
Meaning
a trap for catching animals; to catch or trap
Example
The hunter set a snare to catch rabbits.
Охотник поставил ловушку для ловли кроликов.
C2 noun /sɪˈrɒkoʊ/

sirocco

горячий и сухой ветер
Meaning
A hot, dry wind blowing from North Africa across the Mediterranean to southern Europe.
Example
The sirocco made the city unbearably hot and dusty.
Сирокко сделала город невыносимо горячим и пыльным.
B2 noun /siːdʒ/

Sieze

осада
Meaning
a military operation to capture a place by surrounding it and cutting off supplies
Example
The siege of the castle lasted for three months.
Осадка замка продолжалась три месяца.
C2 adjective /ˌsuːprəˈmʌndeɪn/

supramundane

супрамунданный
Meaning
beyond the physical or ordinary world; transcendent
Example
The monk spoke of supramundane peace beyond material life.
Монах говорил о супрамунданном мире, который за пределами материальной жизни.
C1 adjective /ˈsɛreɪtɪd/

serrated

зубчатый
Meaning
Having a notched or saw-toothed edge.
Example
The bread knife had a serrated blade.
У ножа для хлеба было зубчатое лезвие.
B2 adjective /spɒnˈteɪniəs/

Spontaneous

спонтанный
Meaning
done without planning; natural and unforced
Example
Their spontaneous dance in the rain was beautiful.
Их спонтанный танец под дождем был красивым.
C2 noun /ˈseɪ.ɡoʊ/

Sago

саго
Meaning
starchy foodstuff obtained from the pith of various tropical palm stems
Example
She prepared sago pudding for dessert.
Она приготовила пудинг из саги на десерт.
A2 noun /ʃɛlf/

shelf

полка
Meaning
a flat surface used for storing or displaying things, typically fixed to a wall or inside a cabinet
Example
I placed the books on the shelf next to the window.
Я положил книги на полку рядом с окном.
B1 noun ˈsɛʃənz

sessions

сессии, собрания, период
Meaning
A meeting of an official body, especially a court of law, to conduct its business; a period devoted to a particular activity.
Example
The sessions lasted for three hours.
Сессии длились три часа.
C2 noun /ˈsɑːrdʒənt ət ɑːrmz/

sergeant-at-arms

старшина
Meaning
An officer responsible for maintaining order during meetings or legislative sessions.
Example
The sergeant-at-arms escorted the disruptive member out of the hall.
Старшина вывел нарушителя из зала.
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.
B2 noun /ˈsteɪdiəm/

stadium

Meaning
a large structure with seating for sports, concerts, or other events
Example
Thousands of fans filled the stadium to watch the final match.
A2 noun /ˈspaɪ.dər/

Spider

паук
Meaning
a small creature with eight legs that makes webs to catch insects
Example
The spider caught a fly in its web.
Паук поймал муху в своей паутине.
C1 verb /ˈskaʊər/

scour

тереть / искать тщательно
Meaning
to clean or brighten the surface of something by scrubbing; to search thoroughly
Example
She scoured the kitchen until it shone.
Она вычистила кухню до блеска.
B2 adjective /ˈspaɪ.rəl/

Spiral

спираль
Meaning
winding in a continuous curve; helical
Example
The spiral staircase led to the top floor.
Спиральная лестница вела на верхний этаж.
B2 noun /səˈnɛərioʊ/

scenario

возможная ситуация
Meaning
a possible situation or sequence of events
Example
The company prepared for the worst-case scenario.
Компания подготовилась к худшему сценарию.
C2 noun /ˌsɒ̃ˈfrwɑː/

sangfroid

хладнокровие
Meaning
Composure or coolness under pressure.
Example
She impressed everyone with her sangfroid during the interview.
Она произвела впечатление на всех своим хладнокровием во время интервью.
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.
C1 noun /strəˈtiː.dʒɪk ˈɪn.saɪts/

strategic insights

стратегические инсайты
Meaning
Deep understanding and wisdom gained through careful analysis for planning purposes.
Example
Strategic insights guide policymaking.
Стратегические инсайты направляют политику.
B1 adjective ˈsʌb.mə.riːn

submarine

субмарина
Meaning
Existing, occurring, or used underwater, especially in relation to vessels or cables.
Example
Submarine cables facilitate international communication.
Подводные кабели облегчают международную связь.
C2 noun /sneɪk ɡɔːrd/

Snake gourd

змеиный кабачок
Meaning
a long, curved vegetable that resembles a snake, commonly used in South Asian cuisine
Example
The snake gourd grows in a twisted, serpentine shape in the garden.
Змеиный кабачок растет в изогнутой, змеиобразной форме в саду.
B2 noun /ˈsaɪrən/

siren

сирена
Meaning
A device that makes a loud prolonged sound as a signal or warning; in mythology, a creature that lures sailors with enchanting songs.
Example
The police car passed with its siren blaring.
Полиция проехала с включенной сиреной.
C2 noun /ˈsaɪnɪkjʊər/

sinecure

лёгкая работа
Meaning
a position requiring little or no work but giving financial benefit or status
Example
He was given a sinecure at the university as a reward for his loyalty.
Ему дали лёгкую работу в университете как награду за его лояльность.
A2 adjective /ˈsʌn.i/

Sunny

солнечный; оптимистичный
Meaning
bright with sunlight; cheerful and optimistic
Example
It's a beautiful sunny day perfect for a picnic.
Это прекрасный солнечный день, идеальный для пикника.
B2 noun /stɑːˈveɪ.ʃən/

Starvation

голод
Meaning
suffering or death caused by lack of food; extreme hunger
Example
Many people died of starvation during the famine.
Многие люди погибли от голода во время голодомора.
C2 adjective /sʌbˈdʒeɪsənt/

subjacent

подлежащий
Meaning
lying immediately beneath; underlying
Example
The geological survey revealed subjacent layers of rock.
Геологическое исследование выявило подлежащие слои горных пород.
C1 verb /ʃɜːrk/

shirk

избегать
Meaning
to avoid or neglect a duty or responsibility
Example
He always tries to shirk his responsibilities at work.
Он всегда пытается избегать своих обязанностей на работе.
B2 adjective /ˈstraɪkɪŋ/

striking

поразительный
Meaning
very noticeable or impressive in appearance or effect
Example
Her striking beauty caught everyone's attention.
Ее поразительная красота привлекла внимание всех.
C1 noun /ˈskeɪ.biːz/

Scabies

чесотка
Meaning
a contagious skin disease caused by mites that causes intense itching
Example
The doctor diagnosed him with scabies after examining the rash.
Доктор поставил диагноз чесотка после осмотра сыпи.
B2 adjective /ˈstɛdi/

steady

стабильный
Meaning
firm, stable, and not likely to change suddenly
Example
He kept his hand steady while painting the picture.
Он держал свою руку стабильно, рисуя картину.
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.
B2 noun/verb /ˈsɜːveɪ/

survey

опрос, анкетирование
Meaning
noun: an examination or inspection; verb: to examine or measure (an area or subject)
Example
They conducted a survey to understand customer preferences.
Они провели опрос, чтобы понять предпочтения клиентов.
C2 adjective /ˈʃɪft.ləs/

shiftless

ленивый
Meaning
Lacking ambition or the ability to accomplish anything; lazy and unmotivated.
Example
He was seen as a shiftless young man with no goals.
Его считали ленивым молодым человеком без целей.
C2 adjective /ˈsed.j ə.l ə s/

Sedulous

усердный; старательный;
Meaning
showing dedication and diligence; persistent and careful in work
Example
She was sedulous in her research, spending hours in the library every day.
Она была усердной в своих исследованиях, проводя часы в библиотеке каждый день.
B1 verb /stæmp/

stamp

Meaning
To bring down (one's foot) heavily on the ground; to imprint a mark or seal.
Example
She stamped her foot in frustration.
B1 verb /ʃaʊt/

shout

кричать
Meaning
to say something very loudly
Example
He shouted at the top of his lungs to get their attention.
Он кричал изо всех сил, чтобы привлечь их внимание.
B2 noun /ˈsɪmp.təmz/

symptoms

симптомы
Meaning
signs or indications of a disease or condition
Example
Fever and cough are common symptoms of the flu.
Жар и кашель - это обычные симптомы гриппа.
C1 noun /sleɪ/

sleigh

сани
Meaning
A vehicle pulled by horses or reindeer over snow or ice.
Example
Children were excited to ride in the sleigh through the snowy village.
Дети были взволнованы, катаясь на санях по заснеженной деревне.
C1 adjective /ˈsɛnʃuəl/

sensual

чувственный
Meaning
Relating to or involving gratification of the senses and physical pleasure.
Example
The painting had a sensual quality that captivated viewers.
Картина имела чувственную атмосферу, которая захватывала зрителей.
B2 adjective /ˈʃeɪ.ki/

Shaky

неустойчивый; дрожащий; ненадежный; слабый
Meaning
unstable; trembling; unreliable; weak
Example
His voice was shaky with nervousness.
Его голос дрожал от нервозности.
B1 adjective /ˈsɔːlti/

Salty

соленый
Meaning
having the taste of salt; containing salt; tasting of seawater
Example
The salty ocean water made her thirsty.
Соленая океанская вода сделала её жаждущей.
B2 verb /stɪŋ/

sting

ужалить
Meaning
to pierce with a sharp point; to cause sharp pain
Example
The bee stung him on his arm while he was gardening.
Пчела ужалила его в руку, пока он занимался садоводством.
C1 noun /ˈstændˌstɪl/

standstill

застой
Meaning
a situation in which all movement or activity stops
Example
The traffic came to a standstill after the accident.
Движение остановилось после аварии.
C1 adjective /ˈsɔːsi/

saucy

наглый
Meaning
Boldly rude, cheeky, or playfully disrespectful.
Example
The child gave a saucy reply to his teacher.
Ребёнок дал наглый ответ своему учителю.
B2 noun /spaʊs/

spouse

супруг
Meaning
a person's husband or wife
Example
Each employee may include their spouse in the health insurance plan.
Каждый сотрудник может включить своего супруга в план медицинского страхования.
C1 verb /ˈswɛltər/

swelter

страдать от сильной жары
Meaning
to suffer from intense heat
Example
We began to swelter in the midday sun.
Мы начали мучиться от жары в полуденное солнце.
B1 noun ˈseʃən

session

сессия
Meaning
A meeting of an official body, especially a legislature, council, or court of law, to conduct its business.
Example
The session was held on February 25.
Сессия состоялась 25 февраля.
A2 noun /siːn/

scene

сцена
Meaning
a place or setting of an event or activity, or the part of a play or film
Example
The final scene of the movie was very emotional.
Последняя сцена фильма была очень эмоциональной.
C2 adjective /ˌsæsərˈdoʊtl/

sacerdotal

священнический
Meaning
Relating to priests or the priesthood.
Example
The ritual had a distinctly sacerdotal character.
Ритуал имел явно священнический характер.
A2 noun /ˈsɪstəm/

system

система
Meaning
a set of connected parts forming a complex whole; an organized method
Example
The education system needs major reforms.
Образовательная система нуждается в серьезных реформах.
B2 noun ˈsiːzənəl ˈvedʒtəbəlz

seasonal vegetables

сезонные овощи
Meaning
Vegetables that grow during specific seasons or times of the year
Example
Seasonal vegetables grow abundantly in winter.
Сезонные овощи растут в изобилии зимой.
C2 noun /ˈsɔː.dər/

Sawder

подхалимство; льстивые речи
Meaning
flattering or wheedling talk; soft soap
Example
His sawder couldn't convince anyone of his sincerity.
Его подхалимство не могло убедить никого в его искренности.
C1 verb /ˈslɪðər/

slither

ползти
Meaning
to move smoothly over a surface with a twisting, sliding motion, like a snake
Example
The snake slithered through the grass.
Змея поползла через траву.
A2 adverb /ˈstrɒŋɡli/

strongly

сильно
Meaning
in a strong manner or to a great extent
Example
She strongly believes in the power of positive thinking.
Она сильно верит в силу позитивного мышления.
B2 noun /ˈskriːnɪŋ/

screening

скрининг или показ
Meaning
the act of examining or testing people to detect disease or evaluate suitability; a showing of a movie or program
Example
The hospital offered free health screening for all employees.
Больница предложила бесплатное медицинское обследование для всех сотрудников.
B2 adjective /sɪˈlek.tɪv/

Selective

избирательный
Meaning
relating to or involving careful selection; choosy about what to accept
Example
The university has a selective admission process for new students.
В университете есть избирательный процесс поступления для новых студентов.
B2 verb, noun /stæb/

stab

порезать ножом
Meaning
to pierce or wound with a pointed weapon or object
Example
He was stabbed in the back during the altercation.
Его подкололи в спину во время ссоры.
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.
C1 verb /skɪmp/

skimp

скупиться
Meaning
to use less of something than is necessary in order to save money or effort
Example
Don’t skimp on quality when buying a new laptop.
Не скупись на качество, когда покупаешь новый ноутбук.
C2 noun /ˈsaɪ.ə.lɪz.əm/

sciolism

претензия на поверхностные знания
Meaning
pretentious show of superficial knowledge
Example
His speech was full of sciolism, impressing no one.
Его речь была полна сайолизма, не впечатлив никого.
C2 noun /ˈsælvər/

salver

серебряный поднос
Meaning
A tray, typically made of silver, used for serving food or drinks.
Example
The butler brought in the tea on a silver salver.
Дворецкий принес чай на серебряном подносе.
C2 noun /ˈsoʊbrɪˌkeɪ/

sobriquet

прозвище
Meaning
a person's nickname or descriptive name
Example
The famous leader was known by the sobriquet 'The Iron Lady'.
Знаменитый лидер был известен под прозвищем 'Железная Леди'.
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.
C1 noun/verb /skɜːrdʒ/

scourge

бич / наказание
Meaning
A source of great pain or punishment; to whip or inflict suffering on someone.
Example
Disease and poverty remain a scourge in many regions.
Болезнь и бедность остаются бичом во многих регионах.
C1 adjective /ˈstrɪndʒənt/

stringent

строгий
Meaning
strict, precise, and exacting
Example
The government imposed stringent measures during the crisis.
Правительство ввело строгие меры в период кризиса.
B2 verb /ˈʃʌfəl/

shuffle

Meaning
to walk by dragging one's feet along or without lifting them fully; to mix or rearrange
Example
He shuffled the cards before dealing them.
C2 noun/verb /ˈsʌkər/

succor

помощь
Meaning
Assistance and support in times of hardship or distress.
Example
The charity provided succor to the flood victims.
Благотворительность предоставила помощь жертвам наводнения.
C2 noun /ˈsfɛrɔɪd/

spheroid

сфероид
Meaning
A three-dimensional shape that is almost spherical but slightly flattened or elongated.
Example
The Earth is not a perfect sphere but an oblate spheroid.
Земля не идеальная сфера, а сплюснутый сфероид.
C2 adjective /svelt/

svelte

стройный
Meaning
Attractively thin, graceful, and elegant in appearance or movement.
Example
She looked svelte in the elegant black dress.
Она выглядела стройной в элегантном черном платье.
A2 noun /steɪdʒ/

stage

сцена
Meaning
a raised platform or area for performances or presentations
Example
The actor stepped onto the stage to deliver his speech.
Актер поднялся на сцену, чтобы произнести свою речь.
A1 noun /ˈsætərdeɪ/

saturday

суббота
Meaning
The day of the week between Friday and Sunday; traditionally the sixth day of the week
Example
We are going to the beach on Saturday.
Мы идем на пляж в субботу.
C1 adjective /ˌsuːɪˈsaɪdəl/

Suicidal

суицидальный
Meaning
relating to or having thoughts of killing oneself; extremely dangerous or harmful
Example
The reckless driving was suicidal behavior.
Безрассудное вождение было суицидальным поведением.
C1 verb ˈsɪn.ɚ.dʒaɪz

synergize

синергировать, объединяться с целью повышения эффективности.
Meaning
combine in such a way as to enhance effectiveness.
Example
The departments must synergize to improve efficiency.
Отделы должны синергировать для повышения эффективности.
C2 noun /seɪn/

seine

большая сеть
Meaning
A large fishing net that hangs vertically in the water.
Example
The fishermen cast their seine into the river.
Рыбаки бросили свою большую сеть в реку.
C1 adjective /ˈseɪ.vər.i/

savory

вкусный (соленый или острый)
Meaning
Having a pleasant salty or spicy taste; morally acceptable.
Example
The restaurant serves a variety of savory dishes.
Ресторан предлагает разнообразные вкусные блюда.
C1 adjective /səˈsɛp.tə.bəl/

susceptible

подверженный или уязвимый к влиянию или повреждению чем-то определенным
Meaning
Likely or liable to be influenced or harmed by a particular thing.
Example
Children are more susceptible to infections.
Дети более восприимчивы к инфекциям.
A2 noun /ˈsæd.nəs/

Sadness

грусть, печаль, боль
Meaning
feeling of sorrow, unhappiness, or grief
Example
Her sadness was evident after hearing the bad news.
Её грусть была очевидна после того, как она услышала плохие новости.
C2 noun /ˈsætræp/

satrap

сатрап
Meaning
a governor of a province in ancient Persia; also used figuratively for a subordinate ruler
Example
The king appointed a satrap to oversee the distant province.
Царь назначил сатрапа для управления удаленной провинцией.
C2 noun /ˈswɑːvɪti/

suavity

грация и обаяние
Meaning
smoothness and charm in manner
Example
His suavity made him popular in social gatherings.
Его грация и обаяние сделали его популярным на социальных собраниях.
B1 verb /straɪk/

Strike

ударить
Meaning
to hit forcefully; to stop work as a form of protest
Example
Lightning strikes the tall building during the storm.
Молния ударяет по высокому зданию во время шторма.
C2 verb /sɪˈkwɛstreɪt/

sequestrate

конфисковать
Meaning
To take legal possession of assets until a debt is paid or disputes are resolved.
Example
The court decided to sequestrate the company's property.
Суд решил конфисковать имущество компании.
A2 modal verb /ʃæl/

shall

должен
Meaning
used to express the future or indicate an intention or determination
Example
I shall return before sunset.
Я вернусь до заката.
C2 adjective /səˈprɛsəbl̩/

suppressible

подавляемый
Meaning
capable of being restrained, controlled, or prevented
Example
The symptoms of the disease are suppressible with medication.
Симптомы болезни могут быть подавлены с помощью медикаментов.
C2 adjective /splɪˈnɛtɪk/

splenetic

раздражительный, злобный
Meaning
bad-tempered, irritable, spiteful
Example
His splenetic remarks offended everyone in the room.
Его раздражительные замечания оскорбили всех в комнате.
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.
C2 adjective /ˈsɒmnələnt/

somnolent

сонный
Meaning
Sleepy or drowsy; causing a desire to sleep.
Example
The somnolent lecture made half the class fall asleep.
Сомнолентная лекция заставила половину класса заснуть.
B2 adjective /self səˈfɪʃənt/

Self-sufficient

самодостаточный
Meaning
able to provide for oneself without depending on others
Example
The farm is completely self-sufficient in producing vegetables.
Ферма полностью самодостаточна в производстве овощей.
C1 adjective /sɔɪld/

soiled

грязный
Meaning
dirty or stained; not clean
Example
His clothes were soiled after playing in the mud.
Его одежда была грязной после игры в грязи.
C2 noun /sfɪˈrɒmɪtər/

spherometer

сферометр
Meaning
An instrument used for measuring the curvature of spherical surfaces.
Example
The scientist used a spherometer to measure the lens curvature.
Ученый использовал сферометр для измерения кривизны линзы.
A2 noun ˈsaɪən.tɪst

scientist

учёный
Meaning
A person who is studying or has expert knowledge of one or more of the natural or physical sciences.
Example
The scientist proposed data-driven reforms.
Учёный предложил реформы, основанные на данных.
C1 verb ˈsɪn.θə.saɪ.zɪŋ

synthesizing

синтезировать, объединять, представлять логично
Meaning
Combine (a number of things) into a coherent whole.
Example
He excels in synthesizing ideas from different sources.
Он преуспевает в синтезе идей из разных источников.
B2 noun /ˈskaɪˌskreɪpər/

Skyscraper

небоскрёб
Meaning
a very tall building of many stories
Example
The new skyscraper dominates the city's skyline.
Новый небоскрёб доминирует в городском горизонте.
C2 verb /sleɪk/

slake

утолить жажду
Meaning
To satisfy thirst or desire.
Example
She drank cold water to slake her thirst.
Она пила холодную воду, чтобы утолить жажду.
B2 adjective /ˈsɜːdʒɪkəl/

surgical

связанный с хирургией
Meaning
relating to or involving surgery
Example
She underwent surgical treatment to repair the damage.
Она прошла хирургическое лечение для восстановления повреждений.
C1 noun /səˈbætɪkəl/

sabbatical

период отпуска для учебы или путешествий
Meaning
A period of paid leave granted to a teacher or worker for study or travel, traditionally every seventh year.
Example
She took a sabbatical to research her new book.
Она взяла саббатикал, чтобы исследовать свою новую книгу.
C1 verb /sleɪ/

slay

убивать
Meaning
to kill violently; informally, to impress greatly
Example
The hero vowed to slay the dragon.
Герой поклялся убить дракона.
C1 noun /ˈʃeɪvɪŋ/

shaving

бритьё
Meaning
the act of removing hair with a razor; a thin strip or piece shaved from something
Example
He bought a new cream for shaving.
Он купил новый крем для бритья.
B2 noun /ˈskɔːr.pi.ən/

Scorpion

скорпион
Meaning
a small creature with eight legs, two claws, and a curved tail with a poisonous sting
Example
The scorpion hid under the rock during the day.
Скорпион спрятался под камнем в течение дня.
A2 noun, verb /ˈsɛntəns/

sentence

predlozhenie; nakazanie
Meaning
A set of words that expresses a complete thought; or a punishment given by a court of law.
Example
The judge gave him a five-year prison sentence.
Sudya prisudil yemu pyat' let tyur'my.
C2 noun /ˈsɪnəd/

synod

синод
Meaning
An assembly of the clergy in a Christian church convened to decide on issues of doctrine or administration.
Example
The synod gathered to discuss reforms in the church.
Синод собрался, чтобы обсудить реформы в церкви.
B1 verb /skriːm/

scream

кричать
Meaning
to make a loud, high-pitched sound, usually because of fear, pain, or excitement
Example
She screamed when she saw the spider.
Она закричала, когда увидела паука.
C2 verb /sweɪð/

swathe

обертывать
Meaning
To wrap or cover closely or completely.
Example
She swathed the baby in a soft blanket.
Она завернула ребенка в мягкое одеяло.
C1 verb /skɒf/

scoff

насмехаться
Meaning
to speak about something in a mocking or dismissive way
Example
He scoffed at the idea of moving abroad.
Он насмехался над идеей переезда за границу.
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.
A1 verb /siː/

see

видеть
Meaning
to perceive with the eyes; to understand; to meet
Example
I can see the mountain from here.
Я могу увидеть горы отсюда.
C2 adjective /ˈsmɑːrmi/

smarmy

льстивый / ложная вежливость
Meaning
Excessively flattering or ingratiating, often insincerely.
Example
The salesman gave a smarmy pitch that felt fake.
Продавец дал льстивую речь, которая показалась фальшивой.
B1 adjective /slaɪt/

Slight

незначительный; лёгкий; тонкий; едва заметный
Meaning
small in degree; not severe or intense; slim; thin
Example
There was a slight delay in the train schedule.
В расписании поезда было небольшое опоздание.
C1 /skwɒt/

squat

приседать
Meaning
to crouch or sit with knees bent and body close to the ground
Example
He squatted down to tie his shoes.
Он присел, чтобы завязать шнурки.
A2 adverb /ˈslaɪtli/

slightly

немного
Meaning
to a small degree or extent
Example
The temperature has slightly increased today.
Температура сегодня немного увеличилась.
A1 noun /striːt/

street

улица
Meaning
a public road in a city or town, typically with buildings on one or both sides
Example
He walked down the street to the park.
Он шел по улице в парк.