INFESTATION
/ ˌɪn fɛˈsteɪ ʃən / [in-fe-STEY-shuh n] (n.)
– the condition in which a large number of pests or animals enter an area
Example: There was an infestation of cockroaches in the town.
Additional info: Infest is the verb form of this word. (e.g. Rats have infested our house.)
JEOPARDIZE
/ ˈdʒɛp ərˌdaɪz / [JEP-er-dahyz] (v.)
– to endanger or to put someone or something at risk
Example: Eating junk food may jeopardize your health.
Additional info: Its synonyms include threaten and risk.
SUSPEND
/ səˈspɛnd / [suh-SPEND] (v.)
– to temporarily stop something
Example: The train service was suspended because of technical problems.
Additional info: It can also mean “to delay something.”
NEARBY
/ ˈnɪərˈbaɪ / [NEER-BAHY] (adj.)
– close or situated in a near place
Example: My friend lives in a nearby dormitory.
Additional info: It may also be used as an adverb. (e.g. I work nearby.)
DISPOSE
/ dɪˈspoʊz ʌv / [dih-SPOHZ uhv] (v. phrase)
– to get rid of or to throw away
Example: What is the best way to dispose of food scraps?
Additional info: Synonyms for dispose of include eliminate and discard.
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