stroke
Prononciation : [stroʊk]
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Contexte : « health »
(noun) a sudden illness that happens when the blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted. This can cause problems with moving or speaking. It's very serious and needs immediate help.
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The doctor explained that a stroke can happen to anyone at any time.
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He did not have a stroke; he was just feeling dizzy from the heat.
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What are the signs of a stroke that we should look for?
Contexte : « movement »
(verb) to move your hand or an object gently over a surface. Like when you pet a cat or brush your hand on a smooth table.
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She stroked the dog's back gently while it lay down.
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He did not stroke the painting; he just looked at it from a distance.
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Can you stroke the cat without scaring it?
Contexte : « games »
(noun) one complete movement or hit in sports, like swimming or golf. Think of it as one time when you do something in a game.
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She swam three strokes before becoming tired.
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He didn't make any strokes in the game because he forgot his equipment.
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How many strokes does it take to finish the race?
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