20, cz7

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serious, formal, and often emotional situation or expression.
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solemn occasion solemn expression solemn promise
poważny uroczysty podniosły
The funeral was a solemn occasion. He made a solemn promise to tell the truth. Her face became solemn when she heard the news.
repeatedly annoying someone by asking for something or bothering them.
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pester someone for something pester someone to do something
męczenie nagabywanie ciągłe zawracanie głowy
The children kept pestering their parents for ice cream. Stop pestering me to help you with every task.
to try to be as good as someone by copying their behavior or achievements.
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emulate + person emulate + achievement/style
naśladować dorównywać komuś
Young athletes often emulate famous players. She hopes to emulate her mentor’s success.
people killed or injured in an accident, war, or disaster.
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casualties in + wydarzenie suffer casualties
ofiary zabici i ranni
The earthquake caused thousands of casualties. The army suffered heavy casualties during the battle.
means real, authentic, or sincerely felt, not fake or artificial.
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genuine + noun
prawdziwy autentyczny szczery
This is a genuine leather jacket.

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