We shared some great words on @definitions this week. Our words of the week are:

• Resolution
• Acquaintance
• Resonant
• Grandstand

Check out this video to practice listening and to hear how the words are pronounced with an American English accent.

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Definitions and Example Sentences

Resolution (noun) - 1. determination / 2. a decision to do or not do something

• The couple made a resolution to exercise more this year.
• The freshman made the football team because of his hard work and resolution.
• BONUS - Most people follow their New Year's resolution for only 3 to 4 weeks.

Acquaintance (noun) - someone you know, but are not close with

• Treat every acquaintance as if he or she be your new best friend.
• The woman went out to eat with some of her business acquaintances.
• BONUS - First, we were acquaintances, and then we were friends. Friendship turned to love, and now we are married.

Resonant (adjective) - echoing

• The resonant sounds of the horns added to the celebration.
• His resonant voice creates awe in the hearts of his listeners.
• BONUS - The resonant wind created an eerie sound in the valley.

Grandstand (noun) - the main seating area for spectators

• New York City had to modify its grandstands due to the pandemic.
• The stadium's new VIP box is considered a premier grandstand.
• BONUS - It was devastating when the grandstand collapsed under the spectators.

Homework

Write the words of the week in one or more sentences. I will stop by to give you feedback on the sentences you write.

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@EnglishWithNate