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stand up for
To defend or support someone or something that is under attack.
standard of living
How much money and comfort people have in their daily lives.
start the ball rolling
To begin an activity or process so others can follow.
static electricity
A charge that builds up on a surface, often from rubbing.
stay up
To remain awake later than usual at night.
stereotype
An oversimplified idea about a group.
stick one's neck out
take a risk or chance.
stick up for
To support or defend someone, especially when others criticize them.
stick with
To continue with something.
stimulant
A substance that increases activity.
stimulus
Something that causes a reaction or response.
stipend
A fixed regular payment for services.
stock
Shares that represent partial ownership of a company.
stop by
To make a short visit to a place or person.
straight from the horse's mouth
from the most reliable source
strain
A pulling or stretching force that puts pressure on something.
strata
Layers of rock lying one on top of another.
stress
A feeling of worry and pressure caused by difficult situations.
strive
to struggle or fight for something
stroke
A sudden loss of brain function.
subscribe
To sign up for regular updates or services.
subscription
a paid service for regular access
subsequent
Following in time or order.
substance
A material with specific properties or characteristics.
Words selected by Inoh for the TOEFL iBT test. Not an official ETS list. How these words were chosen →