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stroke

Произношение: [stroʊk]

Слово

Контекст: «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.

Пример

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?

Контекст: «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?

Контекст: «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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