conundrum - a difficult problem (noun) whet - Make keen or more acute (verb) placate - gain the goodwill of (verb) infructuous - not fruitful; not producing the desired results (Adj) rectitude - Righteousness as a consequence of being honourable and honest(noun) Ex. Rectitude of behaviour expediency - the quality of being suited to the end in view (noun) expedient - appropriate to a purpose / serving to promote your interest (Adj) repugnant - extremely distasteful / in conflict
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Hemza Salem History 313 Doctor Adams February 18th 2015 Industrialization of America The U.S. economy is essentially a free market economy which is an economic market that is run by supply and demand with certain government regulation. In an actual free market economy‚ buyers and sellers operate their own business without any government policies however there is an argument among politicians and economists on the actual policies. For example‚ based on a mutual agreement on price without state intervention
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Importance of exercise - One of the simple ways to avoid the problems you face while a part of a sedentary life is exercise. While exercising‚ the body releases endorphins which give you a natural high‚ making you feel fit. You can indulge in swimming or take up innovative ways to include exercise in your routine. Some simple ways to exercise without sparing any extra time are taking the stairs instead of an elevator. Dancing and aerobic exercises help in relaxing the inactive muscles and increase
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Words of Wisdom The Alchemist Words of Wisdom Words can have a significant impact in one’s life; it can serve as the greatest happiness or one’s greatest burden. In the novel The Alchemist‚ by Paulo Coelho‚ words of wisdom act as a comforting force that gives admonition to those in need of it. “The hand that wrote it all‚” illustrates a mysterious force that compels Santiago to follow his dreams and pursue his greatest happiness; to travel without limits. Furthermore‚ the importance of maintaining
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“The best preparation for being stuck in the future is to recognize and accept being stuck now‚ and to reflect on the key ideas and key moments which begin new and useful activity.” (Mason‚ Burton and Stacey‚ 2010‚ P.43 ). Honestly‚ this chapter and quote really stood out for me because it is something that I need to do more when writing in our journals. When I am stuck on a problem‚ I personally do not know what to do. I think the next time I get stuck‚ I need to reflect more on myself and my thinking
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Case Study‚ Stage 1 Kristina Hackett IFSM 300 September 1‚ 2013 Many customers are uncomfortable with exercising in front of other people or in large groups. There are many improvements that are being done to compliment the customers‚ such as having more availability in the classes and implementing different types of monitors to show your progress. There are many people today trying to get back into shape and just have no motivation. We are hoping to make the fitness facility
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Importance of Immunizations Healthy People 2020 has a vision for the entire community to live long‚ healthy lives. By using topics‚ objectives‚ statistics‚ and goals‚ they impact society in many different aspects. Their hope is to “attain high-quality‚ longer lives free of preventable disease‚ disability‚ injury‚ and premature death… as well as to promote quality of life‚ healthy development‚ and healthy behaviors across all life stages” (U.S Department of Health & Human Services [HHS]‚ 2016)
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Accounting Equation Paper NAME ACC/300 INSTRUCTOR DATE The basic accounting equation is: Assets = Liabilities + Stockholders’ Equity. When looking at the balance sheet one can assume that assets must balance out each transaction and balance the claims to the assets (Kimmel‚ 2010). A balance sheet provides Assets of the company first and foremost‚ then Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity and last retained earnings. This shows the companies incoming money‚ outgoing payments‚ and the
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The Importance Of Being Earnest “Women’s roles are often tokenistic in dramatic comedy” To what extent do you believe this to be the case in relation to the play you have been studying? In dramatic comedy it can often be said that women’s roles are ‘tokenistic’ which essentially means: that women are there to serve a little more than the minimum‚ or may not serve much of a purpose at all‚ they may also follow social stereotypes during the era of this literary piece. In this essay I will be
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DAVID GREENWOOD TS1107 TEACHING‚ LEARNING AND ASSESSMENT EXPLORATION OF PASTORAL AND ACADEMIC SUPPORT FOR LEARNERS This is my assignment essay relating to pastoral and academic support within my role as a teacher here in the college. There are many areas that provide academic support within the campus which I hope to explain in more detail along with the methods used to support the students’ personal problems that may occur. I will be explaining what happens in our organisation relating
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