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wax

Произношение: [wæks]

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Контекст: «material»

(noun) a soft, sticky substance that you can shape. It’s often used to make candles or to cover things. Imagine a candle that melts when it gets hot.

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The children made colorful figures out of wax during art class.

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The wax from the melted candle did not harden, making it messy.

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What can we create with wax for the school project?

Контекст: «maintenance»

(verb) to cover a surface with wax to make it shine or protect it. Imagine putting wax on a car to make it look shiny and new.

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I waxed the car yesterday, and now it looks really shiny.

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I forgot to wax the table, so it looks dull and scratched.

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Have you ever waxed the floor to make it shine?

Контекст: «growth»

(verb) to grow larger in size or amount, especially when describing the moon as it gets bigger. It's like watching the moon get fuller over time.

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The moon waxes and becomes bright every night this week.

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The moon doesn't wax when it’s in its new phase; it’s very thin.

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Do you know how long it takes for the moon to wax fully?

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