tenat 4

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To control or limit something, especially something unwanted.
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to curb
The government is introduced new measures to curb inflation.
To make a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling worse.
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to exarcerbate
Scratching the mosquito bite will only exacerbate the itch.
To use something (like a car or building) for a period of time in exchange for payment.
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to lease
The company decided to lease its office equipment instead of buying it.
To walk or move in a leisurely or aimless way.
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to wander
We spent the morning wandering around the old town.
The state of being extremely full or blocked, especially with traffic.
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congestion
Traffic congestion in the city center is getting worse every year.
A valuable object that has belonged to a family for several generations.
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heirloom
This diamond ring is a family heirloom passed down from my grandmother.
The usage of a space or the act of living/staying in a building.
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occupancy
The hotel reached 100% occupancy during the holiday season.
A hidden or unsuspected danger or difficulty.
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pitfall
One of the potential pitfalls of remote work is the feeling of isolation.
The speed of something in a given direction.
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velocity
The velocity of light is a fundamental constant in physics.
To get rid of someone or something as no longer useful or desirable.
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to discard
Don't discard those old newspapers; we can use them for packing.
To make secret or new information known.
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to disclose
The journalist refused to disclose the source of her information.

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