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aristocracy

/ˌær.ɪˈstɒk.rə.si/ [aristocracy]

[noun] A form of government in which power is held by the nobility or a privileged ruling class.

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arminian

/ɑːrˈmɪniən/ [arminian]

[adjective] Relating to the theological teachings of Jacobus Arminius, which emphasize human free will in salvation and reject the doctrine of unconditional election.

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around

/əˈraʊnd/ [around]

[adverb] Located in a position surrounding something, or moving in a circle.

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art director

/ˌɑːrt dəˈrek.tər/ [art director]

[noun] A professional responsible for the overall visual style and imagery in magazines, newspapers, product packaging, and movie or television productions.

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Artisanal

/ˌɑːrtɪˈzænəl/

[adjective] Made in a traditional or non-mechanized way, often by hand, using high-quality ingredients and skilled craftsmanship.

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as it is as it turns out as things stand

/æz ɪt ɪz æz ɪt tɜːnz aʊt æz θɪŋz stænd/ [as it is as it turns out as things stand]

[idiom] Used collectively to describe the current reality, present circumstances, or how a situation ultimately develops in contrast to expectations.

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ascent

/əˈsɛnt/ [ascent]

[noun] The act of rising or climbing upward.

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aspect

/ˈæspɛkt/ [aspect]

[noun] A particular part, feature, or phase of something complex, such as a situation, problem, or subject.

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assemble

/əˈsɛm.bəl/ [assemble]

[verb] To bring together or gather into one place, company, or body.

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assurance

/əˈʃʊr.əns/ [assurance]

[noun] A positive declaration intended to give confidence; a promise or pledge.

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astute

/əˈstjuːt/ [astute]

[adjective] Having or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage.

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asylum

/əˈsaɪ.ləm/ [asylum]

[noun] The protection granted by a nation to someone who has left their native country as a political refugee.

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atonement

/əˈtoʊn.mənt/ [atonement]

[noun] The action of making amends for a wrong or injury; reparation or expiation.

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attacher

/əˈtætʃ.ər/ [attacher]

[noun] A person who fastens, joins, or connects one thing to another.

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attendant

/əˈtɛn.dənt/ [attendant]

[noun] A person employed to provide service or assistance to others, especially in a public place or for a person of rank.

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attendee

/əˌtɛnˈdiː/ [attendee]

[noun] A person who is present at a meeting, event, or function.

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attender

/əˈtɛndər/ [attender]

[noun] A person who goes to or is present at a place, event, or meeting.

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attracts

/əˈtrækts/ [attracts]

[verb] To cause to come to a place or participate in a venture by offering something interesting, advantageous, or appealing.

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