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advisable

Something that is recommended, sensible, or wise to do in a given situation.

<p>Something that is <strong>recommended, sensible, or wise to do</strong> in a given situation.</p>
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precaution

A preventive action taken in advance to reduce risk, danger, or harm.

<p>A <strong>preventive action taken in advance</strong> to reduce risk, danger, or harm.</p>
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preventive

Something done to stop something bad from happening; intended to reduce risk or avoid harm before it occurs.

<p>Something done to <strong>stop something bad from happening</strong>; intended to <strong>reduce risk or avoid harm</strong> before it occurs.</p>
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prompt

Done quickly or without delay; on time.

<p>Done quickly or without delay; on time.<br></p>
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passphrase

A longer string of words (often a sentence or phrase) used instead of a traditional password to provide stronger security. ….are usually easier to remember but harder to crack than single-word passwords.

<p>A <strong>longer string of words</strong> (often a sentence or phrase) used instead of a traditional password to provide <strong>stronger security</strong>. ….are usually <strong>easier to remember but harder to crack</strong> than single-word passwords.</p>
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properly

In a correct, suitable, or appropriate way; doing something as it should be done.

<p>In a <strong>correct, suitable, or appropriate way</strong>; doing something as it <strong>should be done</strong>.</p>
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tethering

The act of connecting one device to another (usually a smartphone to a laptop or tablet) so the second device can access the internet using the first device’s mobile data connection.

<p>The act of <strong>connecting one device to another</strong> (usually a smartphone to a laptop or tablet) so the second device can <strong>access the internet using the first device’s mobile data connection</strong>.</p>
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hands-free

Refers to a device or system that can be used without needing to hold or touch it, allowing you to perform tasks while keeping your hands free (often used with phones, headsets, or cars).

<p>Refers to a <strong>device or system that can be used without needing to hold or touch it</strong>, allowing you to perform tasks <strong>while keeping your hands free</strong> (often used with phones, headsets, or cars).</p>
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built-in

Something that is integrated as a permanent part of a system, device, or structure; not added on separately.

<p>Something that is <strong>integrated as a permanent part</strong> of a system, device, or structure; <strong>not added on separately</strong>.</p>
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convenience

The state of being easy to use, helpful, or time-saving, especially in a way that improves comfort or efficiency.

<p>The <strong>state of being easy to use, helpful, or time-saving</strong>, especially in a way that improves comfort or efficiency.</p>
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household

A group of people living together in one home or dwelling.

<p>A <strong>group of people living together</strong> in one home or dwelling.</p><p></p>
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permit

To allow or give permission for something to happen.

<p>To <strong>allow or give permission</strong> for something to happen.<br></p>
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spectrum

A range or scale of related things that vary gradually from one extreme to another (e.g., colors, opinions, or abilities).

<p>A <strong>range or scale of related things</strong> that vary gradually from one extreme to another (e.g., colors, opinions, or abilities).</p>
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showcase

To display or present something in an attractive or prominent way.

<p>To <strong>display or present something</strong> in an attractive or prominent way.</p><p></p>
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prominent

Important or well-known; easily noticed or recognized.

<p><strong>Important or well-known</strong>; easily noticed or recognized.</p><p></p>
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tubular

Shaped like a tube — long, round, and hollow inside.

<p><strong>Shaped like a tube</strong> — long, round, and hollow inside.</p><p></p>
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insulate

To protect or separate something by using a material or method that blocks heat, sound, or electricity — or to shield from outside influences.

<p>To <strong>protect or separate</strong> something by using a material or method that blocks heat, sound, or electricity — or to <strong>shield from outside influences</strong>.</p>
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hummingbird

A tiny, fast-moving bird known for its ability to hover in place by rapidly flapping its wings (up to 80 times per second). Many species feed on flower nectar and are known for their bright colors and humming sound.

<p>A <strong>tiny, fast-moving bird</strong> known for its ability to <strong>hover in place</strong> by rapidly flapping its wings (up to 80 times per second). Many species feed on flower nectar and are known for their <strong>bright colors</strong> and <strong>humming sound</strong>.</p>
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humming

A low, continuous sound, often soft and smooth — like the sound of bees, machines, or someone softly singing with closed lips.

<p>A <strong>low, continuous sound</strong>, often soft and smooth — like the sound of bees, machines, or someone softly singing with closed lips.</p>
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sipping

The act of drinking slowly or in small amounts, often to enjoy the taste or temperature of a beverage.

<p>The act of <strong>drinking slowly or in small amounts</strong>, often to enjoy the taste or temperature of a beverage.</p>
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sheath

A protective cover, especially for a knife, sword, or blade.

<p>A <strong>protective cover</strong>, especially for a knife, sword, or blade.</p><p></p>
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jacket

A protective or covering layer for something

<p>A <strong>protective or covering layer</strong> for something</p>
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slid

Past tense of "…e" — to move smoothly or quietly along a surface, often with little effort or resistance.

<p><strong>Past tense of "…e"</strong> — to move smoothly or quietly along a surface, often with little effort or resistance.</p>
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cordless

Describes a device that operates without a physical power … , usually powered by batteries or rechargeable units, allowing for greater mobility and convenience.

<p>Describes a device that <strong>operates without a physical power … </strong>, usually powered by batteries or rechargeable units, allowing for <strong>greater mobility and convenience</strong>.</p>
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stack

A neat pile of objects placed on top of each other.

<p>A <strong>neat pile</strong> of objects placed on top of each other.</p>
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stack up

When things collect or increase, often in a physical or figurative way.

<p>When things <strong>collect or increase</strong>, often in a physical or figurative way.</p><p></p>
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pile

A group of things stacked or heaped together in a messy or organized way.

<p>A <strong>group of things stacked or heaped</strong> together in a messy or organized way.</p><p></p>
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neat

Simple, clever, or well done (informal use).

<p><strong>Simple, clever, or well done</strong> (informal use).</p><p></p>
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heap

A messy pile of things, often disorganized or jumbled.

<p>A <strong>messy pile</strong> of things, often disorganized or jumbled.</p>
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depict

To show, represent, or describe something—especially through words, images, or art.

<p>To <strong>show, represent, or describe</strong> something—especially through words, images, or art.</p>
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foster

To encourage the development or growth of something (such as ideas, skills, or relationships).

<p>To <strong>encourage the development or growth</strong> of something (such as ideas, skills, or relationships).</p><p></p>
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diverse

Including many different types or varieties; showing a range of different characteristics or elements.

<p>Including <strong>many different types or varieties</strong>; showing a range of different characteristics or elements.</p>
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accomplish

To successfully complete or achieve a goal, task, or purpose.

<p>To <strong>successfully complete or achieve</strong> a goal, task, or purpose.</p>
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discrete

Separate and distinct; individually separate and different from others.

<p>Separate and distinct; <strong>individually separate and different from others</strong>.</p>
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distinct

Clearly different or separate and easy to recognize.

<p>Clearly different or <strong>separate and easy to recognize</strong>.</p>
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surveillance

The close observation or monitoring of people, places, or activities—often for security, law enforcement, or data collection purposes.

<p>The <strong>close observation or monitoring</strong> of people, places, or activities—often for <strong>security, law enforcement, or data collection</strong> purposes.</p>
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susceptibility

The state of being easily affected, influenced, or harmed by something — such as disease, emotions, or external factors.

<p>The <strong>state of being easily affected, influenced, or harmed</strong> by something — such as disease, emotions, or external factors.</p>
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interference

The act of getting in the way, disturbing, or interrupting a process or activity.

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terminate

To bring something to an end or cause it to stop—can refer to jobs, processes, contracts, or even life in some contexts.

<p>To <strong>bring something to an end</strong> or <strong>cause it to stop</strong>—can refer to jobs, processes, contracts, or even life in some contexts.</p>
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ponder

To think deeply and carefully about something, especially before making a decision or forming an opinion.

<p>To <strong>think deeply and carefully</strong> about something, especially before making a decision or forming an opinion.</p>
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prepend

To add something at the beginning of another thing—often used in computing or writing.

<p>To <strong>add something at the beginning</strong> of another thing—often used in computing or writing.</p>
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preamble

An introductory statement at the beginning of a document, speech, or law that explains its purpose, goals, or underlying philosophy.

<p>An <strong>introductory statement</strong> at the beginning of a document, speech, or law that explains its <strong>purpose, goals, or underlying philosophy</strong>.</p>
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obsolete

No longer used or useful; outdated because something newer or better has replaced it.

<p><strong>No longer used or useful</strong>; outdated because something newer or better has replaced it.</p>
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retransmission

The act of sending something again, especially a signal, message, or data—often because the first transmission failed or needs to reach a wider audience.

<p>The <strong>act of sending something again</strong>, especially a signal, message, or data—often because the first transmission failed or needs to reach a wider audience.</p>
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clog up

to block or obstruct something, especially a pipe, system, or process, so that it doesn’t work properly.

<p>to <strong>block or obstruct something</strong>, especially a pipe, system, or process, so that it doesn’t work properly.</p>
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obstruct

To block, prevent, or get in the way of something—physically, mentally, or through action.

<p>To <strong>block, prevent, or get in the way</strong> of something—physically, mentally, or through action.</p>
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discard

To throw away, get rid of, or remove something that is no longer wanted or needed.

<p>To <strong>throw away, get rid of, or remove</strong> something that is no longer wanted or needed.</p>
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blunder

A serious mistake, usually caused by carelessness or confusion.

<p>A <strong>serious mistake</strong>, usually caused by carelessness or confusion.</p>
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yield

To produce or provide something (like a result, profit, or crop).

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adversely

in a harmful or negative way; causing problems or damage.

<p>in a harmful or negative way; causing problems or damage.</p><p></p>