The Hindu Editorial (Cup of surprises) – Jul 10, 2018

The Hindu Editorial (Cup of surprises) – Jul 10, 2018

The 2018 FIFA World Cup has thrown up a most unlikely semifinals line-up. For further reading, visit “The Hindu”. Below is today’s word list-2 for The Hindu Editorial (Cup of surprises) – Jul 10, 2018.

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Today’s word list-2 for The Hindu Editorial (Cup of surprises) – Jul 10, 2018:

set up (phrasal verb) – arrange, organize, fix up.
throw up (phrasal verb) – produce something.
sweeping (adjective) – decisive, thorough; blanket, general.
first gear (phrasal verb) – used to refer a failure to make progress.
burst into (verb) – start doing or producing something suddenly.
subdue (verb) – overcome, quieten, bring under control.
ramshackle (adjective) – unsteady, disintegrating, crumbling.
riveting (adjective) – engrossing; compelling/engaging, interesting.
spectacle (noun) – display, show, event/scene.
unfettered (adjective) – unconfined, unrestricted, free.
Seleção (noun) – the brazilian football team’s nickname. Seleção is a Portuguese word and it literally means “selection”.
captivate (verb) – fascinate, charm, delight.
accustom to (verb) – adapt, adjust; be used to.
misfortune (noun) – problem, difficulty ,trouble/setback.
outbreak (noun) – outburst, sudden appearance/occurrence.
talismanic (adjective) – lucky charm, mascot, idol.
penchant (noun) – liking, desire, appetite.
play-acting (noun) – (theatrical or dramatic) act, pose/posture, pretence/false show.
fleet-footed (adjective) – nimble, agile/deft, active.
immortality (noun) – timelessness; lasting fame, something remembered forever.

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