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Daily 20
| Definition | Word | Context |
|---|---|---|
| RESOLUTION | a firm decision or promise to do something. | With a new year’s resolution, we resolve to do something we have not done in the past. |
| RISK-FREE | involving no danger or chance of loss. | Sometimes new things are risk-free – like eating healthier food or getting more exercise. |
| CONSEQUENCES | results or effects of an action, often serious. | …do something different that does have consequences. |
| SHAKE UP | to make big or sudden changes. | However, sometimes we need to shake up our lives and do something different… |
| VENTURED | tried or dared to do something risky. | Nothing ventured, nothing gained. |
| PROCEED | to continue or move forward with an action. | As a verb, it means to proceed in a dangerous or risky plan. |
| VENTURE | an activity that involves risk and possible reward. | …starting a new restaurant is a risky business venture these days. |
| PROFESSION | a job that requires special training or skills. | There are not many women in this profession. |
| BOLD | brave and not afraid to take risks. | Fortune favors the bold. |
| FAVORS | supports or gives advantage to someone. | So, this expression means that people who are brave and take chances help themselves. |