OVERSEAS
/oʊ vərˈsiz/ [oh-ver-SEEZ] (adv.)
– over, across, or beyond the sea
Example: He works overseas to support his family.
Additional info: Abroad is a synonym of overseas.
DOCTRINE
/ˈdɒk trɪn/ [DOK-trin] (n.)
– a government policy concerning foreign relations
Example: The new doctrine will help improve the relations between our country and the United States.
Additional info: It may also refer to a set of beliefs that many people regard as true.
ALLY
/æl aɪ/ [AL-ahy] (n.)
– a country that offers military support to another country
Example: The United States and Russia were allies during World War II.
Additional info: Synonyms for ally include supporter and associate.
OVERRIDE
/ˌoʊ vərˈraɪd/ [oh-ver-RAHYD] (v.)
– to cancel or to make something invalid
Example: The judge might override the decision.
Additional info: Synonyms for override include overrule and reverse.
SUPPLEMENT
/ˈsʌp ləˌmɛnt/ [SUHP-luh-ment] (v.)
– to complete or add to something
Example: Soldiers supplement their diet with multivitamins.
Additional info: It can also be used as a noun. (e.g. I take dietary supplements every day.)
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