Friday, August 21, 2009

III-Krypton

211 comments:

  1. August 24, 2009

    1. Gamelan-
    Etymology:
    From Javanese gamel (“‘to strike or hammer’”).

    Meaning:

    A genre of music of Indonesian origin typically featuring metallophones, xylophones, drums, gongs and a bamboo flute (called a siuling).

    Sentence:
    Gamelan orchestra's are found in Indonesia.

    2. Ensemble
    ensemble (plural ensembles)

    1.a group of separate things that contribute to a coordinated whole
    2.a coordinated costume or outfit; a suite
    3.a group of musicians, dancers etc who perform together; the chorus of a ballet company
    4.(music) a piece for several instrumentalists or vocalists

    Sentence:
    The ensemble performing at the orchestra is amazing.

    Reference:
    http://www.wiktionary.org/

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  2. JUNE 2009

    1. Overrated- v. to rate or appraise highly.

    Sentence: The movie Villa Estrella was overrated.

    2. Disappear- v. to cease to be seen; to vanish from sight.

    Sentence: Criss Angel a street magician is not only handsome, he also knows how to disappear.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/overrated and
    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/disappear

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  3. JULY 2009

    1. Strange- adj. unusual, extraordinary, or curious.

    Sentence: Sometimes people say I am strange and I agree.

    2. Realize- v. to grasp or understand clearly.

    Sentence: I always need to take time to realize.


    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/strange and http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/realize

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  4. JUNE 2009

    1. Doubt- n. uncertainty or mistrust

    Sentence: I doubt that it will rain today.

    2. Blessed- v. holy or delightful

    Sentence: I am blessed with all my loyal friends.


    Reference: Microsoft Encarta Dictionary
    Premium Year 2008

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  5. JULY 2009

    1.Armor- n. anything that gives protection or acts as a safeguard

    Sentence: During ancient times, soldiers wore armor to protect themselves in times of war.

    2.Honor- n. personal dignity that sometimes leads to recognition and glory

    Sentence: Although defeated, he accepted the loss with honor.


    Reference: Microsoft Encarta Dictionary
    Premium Year 2008

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  6. June 2009

    Raise-A-Song

    1. Chance- an opportune or favorable time

    Sen: I've been wasting a lot of chances lately.

    2.Understanding- superior power of discernment

    Sen: It's hard understanding the situations around us now.


    Ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  7. June 2009

    From discussion:

    1.Opera
    -an extended dramatic composition, in which all parts are sung to instrumental accompaniment, that usually includes arias, choruses, and recitatives, and that sometimes includes ballet.

    sen: The opera was outstanding.

    2. Orchestra
    - a group of performers on various musical instruments, including esp. stringed instruments of viol class, clarinets and flutes, cornets and trombones, drums, abd cymbals, for playing music, as symphonies, operas, popular music, or other compositions.

    Sen: The new club members formed their own orchestra.


    Ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  8. July 2009

    Raise-A-Song

    1.faith
    - confidence or trust in a person or thing

    Sen: Faith and perseverance is all we need during struggles in life.

    2.hope
    - to believe, desire, or trust

    Sen: We all hope to survive in our junior years.


    ref: http://dictionary.reference.com

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  9. July 2009

    1. Earthquake
    -a series of vibrations induced in the earth's crust by the abrupt rupture and rebound of rocks in which elastic strain has been slowly accumulating.

    sen: Earthquakes are feared by many people.

    2. Drill
    - any strict, methodical, repetitive, or mechanical training, instruction, or exercise

    sen: An earthquake drill was performed few weeks ago.


    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  10. August 2009

    Raise-A-Song

    1.distance
    - the state or fact of being apart in space, as of one thing from another

    sen: Distance may not matter but it's pretty hard to be away.

    2.typical
    - conforming to a particular type.

    sen: It was one of those typical Fridays when I felt excited about Saturday.


    ref: http://dictionary.reference.com

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  11. August 2009

    from discussion:

    1. Shuttlecock
    - Also called shuttle. the object that is struck back and forth in badminton and battledore, consisting of a feathered cork head and a plastic crown.

    sen: The shuttlecock was hit so hard that the receiver found it hard to return the shot.

    2.match
    - a game or contest in which two or more contestants or teams oppose each other

    sen: The match was postponed due to heavy rainfall.


    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  12. JUNE 2009

    Raise-A-Song

    1.Regret
    - to be very sorry for

    Sentence: I have so many regrets in my life.

    2.Hell
    - nether world in which the dead continue to exist

    Sentence: Many this world is another planet's hell.

    Reference: http://www.merriam-webster.com

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  13. JUNE 2009

    From the Discussion:

    1.Orchestra
    - musical group consisting of a group of instrumentalists including string players

    Sentence: Orchestra is one of the musical forms in Indonesia.

    2.Gamelan
    - a musical ensemble from Indonesia, typically from the islands of Bali or Java, featuring a variety of instruments such as metallophones, xylophones, drums and gongs; bamboo flutes, bowed and plucked strings

    Sentence: Gamelan music in Java is slow.

    Reference: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki

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  14. JULY 2009

    Raise-A-Song

    1.Uphill
    - against difficulties

    Sentence: It's always going to be an uphill battle.

    2. Stairwell
    - a vertical shaft in which stairs are located

    Sentence: She lead her up the stairwell.

    Reference: http://www.merriam-webster.com

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  15. JULY 2009

    From the discussion:

    1.Mental Health
    - a term used to describe either a level of cognitive or emotional well-being or an absence of a mental disorder

    Sentence: There are ten tips for you to be mentally healthy,

    2. Earthquake
    - he result of a sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust that creates seismic waves

    Sentence: There had an aftershock after the earthquake.

    Reference: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki

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  16. AUGUST 2009

    Raise-A-Song

    1.Soul
    - a person's total self

    Sentence: He can't get inside if her soul is not there.

    2. Synchronize
    - to make (motion-picture sound) exactly simultaneous with the action

    Sentence: The movements of the dancers are very synchronized.

    Reference: http://www.merriam-webster.com

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  17. AUGUST 2009

    From the Discussion:

    1.Badminton
    - a racquet sport played by either two opposing players (singles) or two opposing pairs (doubles), who take positions on opposite halves of a rectangular court that is divided by a ne

    Sentence: One of my favorite sport was Badminton.

    2. Racquet
    - Badminton racquets are light, with top quality racquets weighing between 79 and 91 grams including the strings
    - also spelled as RACKET

    Sentence: The racquet is used to hit the shuttlecock.

    Reference: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki

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  18. JUNE 2009

    DISCUSSION TERMS
    1.)ornamenting
    -a tone or group of tones applied as
    decoration to a principal melodic tone.

    SENTENCE: Ornamenting is one of the groups of insturemnts used in Gamelan.

    2.)orchestra
    -a group of performers on various musical instruments, including esp. stringed instruments of the viol class, clarinets and flutes, cornets and trombones, drums, and cymbals, for playing music, as symphonies, operas, popular music, or other compositions.

    SENTENCE: The party was ended by the orchestra playing their winning piece.

    REFERENCE: http://dictionary.reference.com/

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  19. JUNE 2009

    R.A.I.S.E. A SONG TERMS

    1.)naive
    -having or showing unaffected simplicity of nature or absence of artificiality

    SENTENCE: Everyone hates her because she is naive.

    2.)guilty
    -having committed an offense, crime, violation, or wrong, esp. against moral or penal law; justly subject to a certain accusation or penalty

    SENTENCE: He will not be imprisoned unless he will be proven as guilty.

    REFERENCE: http://dictionary.reference.com/

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  20. JULY 2009

    DISCUSSION TERMS

    1.)brood
    -to think or worry persistently or moodily about

    SENTENCE: Don't brood whenever you have problems rather think of positive solutions for your problems.

    2.)psychology
    -the science of the mind or of mental states and processes

    SENTENCE:Psychology studies the behavior of a person.

    REFERENCE: http://dictionary.reference.com/

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  21. JULY 2009

    R.A.I.S.E. A SONG TERMS

    1.)teardrops
    -something shaped like a drop of a thin liquid, having a globular form at the bottom

    SENTENCE: Mama Mary's teardrops symbolizes her disconsolation because of the things happening around the world.

    2.)tattoo
    -the act or practice of marking the skin with indelible patterns, pictures, legends, etc., by making punctures in it and inserting pigments.

    SENTENCE: The tattoo in her shoulder is her asset.

    REFERENCE: http://dictionary.reference.com/

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  22. AUGUST 2009

    DISCUSSION TERMS

    1.)fault
    - A violation of the playing rules.

    SENTENCE: The first fault was from the first team.

    2.)let
    -A minor violation of the rules allowing a rally to be replayed.

    SENTENCE: Rally can be replayed beacuse of let.

    REFERENCE: http://www.badminton-information.com/badminton-terms.html

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  23. JUNE 2009

    RAISE-A-SONG

    1. yell
    -to cry out or speak with a strong, loud, clear sound; shout

    SENTENCE: She always yell whenever she is angry.

    2. mess
    -a dirty, untidy, or disordered condition

    SENTENCE: My room was in a mess.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/

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  24. AUGUST 2009

    R.A.I.S.E A SONG TERMS

    1.)spinning
    -to cause to turn around rapidly, as on an axis; twirl; whirl

    SENTENCE: Her head keeps on spinning whenever she hears his name.

    2.)downtown
    -to or in the main business section of a city

    SENTENCE: The ride brought us to the downtown.

    REFERENCE: http://dictionary.reference.com/

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  25. JUNE 2009

    TERMS FROM DISCUSSION

    1. Ensemble
    -all the parts of a thing taken together, so that each part is considered only in relation to the whole.

    SENTENCE: Ensemble is a work for two or more vocalists or instrumentalists.

    2. Orchestra
    -a group of performers on various musical instruments, including esp. stringed instruments of the viol class, clarinets and flutes, cornets and trombones, drums, and cymbals, for playing music, as symphonies, operas, popular music, or other compositions.

    SENTENCE: The orchestra is directed by a conductor.


    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/

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  26. JULY 2009

    RAISE-A-SONG

    1. realize
    -to grasp or understand clearly;to make real; give reality to (a hope, fear, plan, etc.).

    SENTENCE: You should have realized it earlier.

    2. fake
    - prepare or make (something specious, deceptive, or fraudulent)

    SENTENCE: That necklace is a fake.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/

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  27. JULY 2009

    TERMS FROM DISCUSSION

    1. health
    -the general condition of the body or mind with reference to soundness and vigor

    SENTENCE: We should take good care of our health.

    2. drill
    -Disciplined, repetitious exercise as a means of teaching and perfecting a skill or procedure.

    SENTENCE: We conducted an earthquake drill last month.


    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/

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  28. JUNE 2009
    Discussion Terms:
    1) Modes- any of various arrangements of the diatonic tones of an octave, differing from one another in the order of the whole steps and half steps; scale.
    Sentence: Modes are just set of notes forming a scale.
    2) Scale- a succession of tones ascending or descending according to fixed intervals.
    Sentence: Scales in Indonesia are called Laras.
    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/modes and http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/scale

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  29. JUNE 2009

    Raise-a-song Terms:

    1) Hurricane- a violent, tropical, cyclonic storm of the western North Atlantic, having wind speeds of or in excess of 72 mph (32 m/sec).

    Sentence: Beware of the cominh hurricane.

    2) Sparkle- to shine or glisten with little gleams of light

    Sentence: His eyes sparkles whenever he’s with his someone special.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/hurricane and http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/sparkle

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  30. JULY 2009

    Discussion Terms:

    1) Luo- any of several sizes and styles of Chinese gong.

    Sentence: Luo is a small gong.

    2) Chordophone- a stringed instrument of a group

    Sentence: Some examples of chordophones are erh-hu, pipa, harps, lutes, lyres, and zithers.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/luo and http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/chordophone

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  31. JULY 2009

    Raise-a-song Terms:

    1) Pour- to send (a liquid, fluid, or anything in loose particles) flowing or falling, as from one container to another, or into, over, or on something: to pour a glass of milk; to pour water on a plant.

    Sentence: It never rains but it pours.

    2) Future- something that will exist or happen in time to come
    Sentence: We are the ones who make our own future.

    reference:http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/pour and http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/future

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  32. AUGUST 2009

    Discussion Terms:

    1) Fault- an error or mistake.

    Sentence: In badminton, it is considered as a fault if you have violated the rules.

    2) Court- Also called shuttle. the object that is struck back and forth in badminton and battledore, consisting of a feathered cork head and a plastic crown.

    Sentence: Shuttlecocks which are used in badminton may be made of feather or plastic.


    Reference:http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/Fault and http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/shuttlecock

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  33. AUGUST 2009

    Raise-a-song Terms:

    1) Circumstances- a condition, detail, part, or attribute, with respect to time, place, manner,agent, etc., that accompanies, determines, or modifies a fact or event; a modifying or influencing factor.

    Sentence: Do not judge his behavior without considering every circumstance.

    2) Runaway- a person who runs away; fugitive; deserter.

    Sentence: I would never runaway from my real friends.

    Reference:http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/Circumstances and http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/Runaway

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  34. JUNE 2009

    1)cipher- n. a secret method of writing, as by transposition or substitution of letters, specially formed symbols

    Sentnce: I want to learn how to write using cipher.

    2) tone- n.any sound considered with reference to its quality, pitch, strength

    Sentence: the choir of Brshs has a beautiful tone.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/cipher?o=100074 and http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/tone?o=100074

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  35. JULY 2009

    1) brood- v. To focus the attention on a subject persistently and moodily; worry; to be depressed

    Sentence: Be responsible for your actions so that you have nothing to brood at.

    2) rehabilitation- v. to restore to a condition of good health, ability to work, or the like

    Sentence: Do not take illegal drugs so that you do not hve to undergo rehabilitation.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/brood?o=100074 and http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/rehabilitation?o=100074

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  36. JUNE 2009

    RAISE-A-SONG

    1.JOURNEY-a traveling from one place to another,usually taking a rather long time;trip

    SENTENCE:A journey of a thousand miles begins with single step.


    2.FRIENDS-a person attached to another by feelings of affection or personal regard.

    SENTENCE:I love my friends so much.

    reference:www.dictionary.reference.com

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  37. JULY 2009

    RAISE-A-SONG

    1.DESTINY-something that is to happen or has happened to a particular person or thing;lot or fortune

    SENTENCE:Diplomats lie with a heavy sense of destiny.

    2.MELODY-musical sounds in agreeable succession or arrangement.

    SENTENCE:Music has a poetry of its own,and that poetry is called melody.

    reference:www.dictionary.reference.com

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  38. AUGUST 2009

    RAISE-A-SONG

    1.TYPICAL-conforming to a particular type

    SENTENCE:She likes to have a typical life like her friend.


    2.PRECIOUS-affectedly or excessively delicate;refined;nice

    SENTENCE:Of all possessions friend is the most precious.

    reference:www.dictionary.reference.com

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  39. JUNE 2009

    DISCUSSIONS

    1.IDIOPHONES-musical instrument which creates sound primarily by way of the instrument vibrating itself, without the use of strings or membranes.

    SENTENCE:Students like to play idiophones than chordophones.

    2.CHAMBER MUSIC-noun;music suited for performance in a room or a small concert hall, esp. for two or more, but usually fewer than ten, solo instruments.

    SENTENCE:The most familiar kind of chamber music is the string quartet.

    reference:www.dictionary.reference.com

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  40. JULY 2009

    DISCUSSIONS

    1.MENTAL HEALTH-used to describe either a level of cognitive or emotional well being or an absence of a mental disorder.

    SENTENCE:Mental health may have many different possible values.


    2.SENSIBLE-having, using, or showing good sense or sound judgment

    SENTENCE:She is a sensible young woman.


    reference:www.dictionary.reference.com

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  41. AUGUST 2009

    DISCUSSIONS

    1.SMASH-an overhead or overhand stroke in which the ball or shuttlecock is hit with a hard, downward motion causing it to move very swiftly and to strike the ground or table usually at a sharp angle.

    SENTENCE:He used smash to win the match.

    2.BADMINTON-a game played on a rectangular court by two players or two pairs of players equipped with light rackets used to volley a shuttlecock over a high net that divides the court in half.

    SENTENCE:I love playing badminton.

    reference:www.dictionary.reference.com

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  42. JUNE 2009

    R.A.I.S.E A SONG TERMS

    1.)recognize > to know to be something that has been perceived before

    Sentence: He was recognized as the boy who can make us all happy.

    2.)stupid >tending to make poor decisions or careless mistakes

    Sentece: He is stupid just like his friend.

    Reference:www.answers.com

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  43. JUNE 2009

    DISCUSSION TERMS
    1.)punctuating > to interrupt at intervals:

    Sentence:Cheers punctuated the mayor's speech.

    2.)aerophones > any musical wind instrument.

    Sentence: I love playing aerophones.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/aerophones

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  44. JULY 2009

    R.A.I.S.E. A SONG TERMS
    1.)uphill > the top most of the hill

    Sentence: We can see the uphill on the view.

    2.)disgusted > annoyed

    Sentence: I was disgusted by him.

    Reference: www.answers.com

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  45. JULY 2009

    DISCUSSION TERMS
    1.)sensibly > significant in quantity, magnitude, etc.; considerable; appreciable

    Sentence: Drink sensibly.

    2.)mental > of, pertaining to, or affected by a disorder of the mind

    Sentence: She is suffering from mental disabilities.

    Reference:reference:www.dictionary.reference.com

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  46. AUGUST 2009

    RAISE A SONG TERMS

    1.) stray > to wander; roam:

    Sentence: We strayed from room to room.

    2.)blade > the flat cutting part of a sword, knife, etc

    Sentence: The blade was in the sewing mavhine.

    Reference: www.dictionary.reference.com

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  47. AUGUST 2009

    DISCUSSION TERMS

    1.) MATCH > a game or contest in which two or more contestants or teams oppose each other

    sENTENCE: Many people watched the match.

    2.)game > an amusement or pastime

    Sentence: We played the game yesterday.

    Reference:www.dictionary.reference.com

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  50. June 2009

    Raise A song

    1.Linger
    -to pass(time, life, etc)in a leisurely or tedious manner(usually fol. by away or out.

    Sen: Please stop lingering all of the thoughts when we're still together.

    2.Zombie
    -the body of a dead person given the semblance of life, but mute and will-less, by a supernatural force, usually for some evil purpose.

    Sen: Adults used to scare the children about zombies.

    Ref: http://dictionary.reference.com

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  51. June 2009

    From Discussion:

    1.Honey
    - a sweet, viscid fluid produced by bees from the nectar collected from flowers, and stored in nests or hives as food.

    Sen: The honey was as sweet as sugar.

    2.Torrent
    - a rushing, violent, or abundant and unceasing stream of anything

    Sen:A good artist always has a torrent of imaginations.

    Ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  52. July 2009

    From Discussion:

    1.Mental health
    -psychological well-being and satisfactory adjustment to society and to the ordinary demands of life.

    sen: We discussed about mental health in Mapeh.

    2. Health
    -the general condition of the body or mind with reference to soundness and vigor

    sen: Health is wealth.

    Ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  53. August 2009

    1. Badminton
    -a game played on a rectangular court by two players or two pairs of players equipped with light rackets used to volley a shuttlecock over a high net that divides the court in half

    sen: Badminton is a great game.

    2.match
    - a game or contest in which two or more contestants or teams oppose each other

    sen: The match was never-ending.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  54. JUNE 2009

    RAISE A SONG
    1.)DISGUSTED -- to offend the good taste, moral sense, etc., of; cause extreme dislike or revulsion

    S: I was disgusted.

    2.)comparisons --the act of comparing

    S: The comparisons of the contestants are bias.


    R:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  55. JUNE 2009

    DISCUSSION
    1.)ENSEMBLE-- the united performance of an entire group of singers, musicians,
    S: I was disgusted.

    2.)ORCHESTRA --The instruments played by such a group

    S: They joinde the orchestra.

    R::http://dictionary.reference.com


    R:http://dictionary.reference.com

    August 27, 2009 7:02 AM

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  56. JULY 2009

    RAISE A SONG

    1.leave --to go out of or away from, as a place

    S: He has given one hour to leave the house.

    2. love --a profoundly tender, passionate affection for another person

    S: We all love each other.

    R: http://dictionary.reference.com

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  57. JULY 2009

    DISCUSSION

    1. emotional - Arousing or intended to arouse the emotions

    S: It is an emotional appeal.

    2. mental of or pertaining to the mind

    S: He has mental powers.

    R: http://dictionary.reference.com


    2. mental --

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  58. AUGUST 2009

    RAISE A SONG
    1. bleacher --a person or thing that bleaches

    S: She's part of the bleacher.

    2.attention -- the act or faculty of attending, esp. by directing the mind to an object

    S: I caught his attention.

    R: http://dictionary.reference.com

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  59. AUGUST 2009

    DISCUSSION
    1. let -- A legitimate cessation of play to allow a rally to be replayed.

    S: The rally was replayed because of the let.

    2.Smash- Hard-hit overhead shot that forces the shuttle sharply downward.
    Badminton's primary attacking stroke.

    S: The smashed surprised the audience.

    R: http://dictionary.reference.com

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  60. Discussion
    June 2009
    1. ORCHESTRA-An orchestra is an instrumental ensemble, usually fairly large with string, brass, woodwind sections, and possibly a percussion section as well.

    SENTENCE: It feels good after watching an orchestra.

    2. CHAMBER MUSIC-A chordophone is any musical instrument which makes sound by way of a vibrating string or strings stretched between two points.

    SENTENCE: I like chordophones than idiophones.

    REF: http://en.wikipedia.org

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  61. JUNE
    CONNECTED
    *Knuckles-a. The prominence of the dorsal aspect of a joint of a finger, especially of one of the joints connecting the fingers to the hand.
    b. A rounded protuberance formed by the bones in a joint.
    SENTENCE:She hit her hand against the wall and grazed her knuckles.
    *Preach-1. To proclaim or put forth in a sermon: preached the gospel.
    2. To advocate, especially to urge acceptance of or compliance with: preached tolerance and peaceful coexistence.
    3. To deliver (a sermon).
    SENTENCE:The vicar preached (a sermon) on/about pride.

    BORN FOR THIS
    *Misery-a. The state of suffering and want as a result of physical circumstances or extreme poverty.
    b. Mental or emotional unhappiness or distress: "Our happiness or misery depends on our dispositions, and not on our circumstances" (Martha Washington).
    SENTENCE:Forget your miseries and come out with me!
    *VIctory-1. Defeat of an enemy or opponent.
    2. Success in a struggle against difficulties or an obstacle.
    3. The state of having triumphed.

    JULY
    BECAUSE YOU LIVE
    *ANGEL-1. A typically benevolent celestial being that acts as an intermediary between heaven and earth, especially in Christianity, Judaism, Islam, and Zoroastrianism.
    2. A representation of such a being, especially in Christianity, conventionally in the image of a human figure with a halo and wings.
    SENTENCE:The angels announced the birth of Christ to the shepherds.
    *HOPE-1. To look forward to with confidence or expectation: We hope that our children will be successful.
    2. To expect and desire.
    SENTENCE:We hope that our children will be successful.

    UGLY
    *ENVY-a. A feeling of discontent and resentment aroused by and in conjunction with desire for the possessions or qualities of another.
    SENTENCE:Their new pool made them the envy of their neighbors.

    *Personality-1. The quality or condition of being a person.
    2. The totality of qualities and traits, as of character or behavior, that are peculiar to a specific person.
    3. The pattern of collective character, behavioral, temperamental, emotional, and mental traits of a person: Though their personalities differed, they got along as friends.

    AUGUST
    JUST LIKE ME
    *FRAGILE-1. Easily broken, damaged, or destroyed; frail.
    2. Lacking physical or emotional strength; delicate.
    3. Lacking substance; tenuous or flimsy: a fragile claim to fame.
    *EGO-1. The self, especially as distinct from the world and other selves.
    2. In psychoanalysis, the division of the psyche that is conscious, most immediately controls thought and behavior, and is most in touch with external reality.
    3.
    a. An exaggerated sense of self-importance; conceit.
    b. Appropriate pride in oneself; self-esteem.
    SENTENCE:His criticism wounded my ego.
    JUST SO YOU KNOW
    *Realize-1. To comprehend completely or correctly.
    2. To bring into reality; make real: He finally realized his lifelong ambition to learn how to play the violin.
    3. To make realistic: a film that realizes court life of the 17th century.
    4. To obtain or achieve, as gain or profit: She realized a substantial return on the investment.
    5. To bring in (a sum) as profit by sale.

    *Feeling-a. The sensation involving perception by touch.
    b. A sensation experienced through touch.
    c. A physical sensation: a feeling of warmth.
    2. An affective state of consciousness, such as that resulting from emotions, sentiments, or desires: experienced a feeling of excitement.
    3. An awareness or impression: He had the feeling that he was being followed.

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  62. R.A.I.S.E. A SONG TERMS
    JUNE 2009

    1. CAPTURE-To gain possession or control of, as in a game or contest
    SENTECE: He captured the scenes perfectly

    2. BATTLE-An encounter between opposing forces
    SENTENCE: The battle lasted for 50 days.

    REF:http://www.thefreedictionary.com

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  63. DISCUSSION
    JULY 2009
    1. MENTAL HEALTH-1. A state of emotional and psychological well-being in which an individual is able to use his or her cognitive and emotional capabilities, function in society, and meet the ordinary demands of everyday life.

    SENTENCE:Since witnessing the accident, his mental health has been poor.

    2.EARTHQUAKE- An earthquake is the result of a sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust that creates seismic waves.

    SENTENCE:We're all afraid of earthquakes.

    REF:http://encyclopedia.thefreedictionary.com

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  64. R.A.I.S.E. A SONG
    JULY 2009
    1. FAITH- Faith can refer to a religion, or to belief in one or more deities. It has two general implications which can be implied either exclusively or mutually:
    SEN: I have faith in GOD.

    2. LOVE- Love is an intense feeling of affection related to a sense of strong loyalty or profound oneness.
    SEN: Sometimes it hurts when you love.

    REF:http://encyclopedia.thefreedictionary.com

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  65. DISCUSSION
    AUGUST 2009
    1. Racket/racquet- A racquet (or racket) is a sports implement consisting of a handled frame with an open hoop across which a network of cord is stretched. It is used for striking a ball in such games as squash, tennis, racquetball, and badminton.

    SEN: Without a racquet playing badminton is impossible.

    2.BADMINTON-Badminton is a racquet sport played by either two opposing players (singles) or two opposing pairs (doubles), who take positions on opposite halves of a rectangular court that is divided by a net.

    SEN: Badminton is one of my favorite sports.

    REF:http://encyclopedia.thefreedictionary.com

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  66. R.A.I.S.E A SONG
    AUGUST 2009
    1. NIGHTMARE- refers to a dream which causes the sleeper a strong unpleasant emotional response. Nightmares typically feature fear or horror, and/or the sensations of pain, falling, drowning or death.
    SENTENCE: Are you a sweet dream or just a beautiful nightmare?

    2. BLEACHERS- Bleachers is a term used to describe the raised, tiered stands found by sports fields or at other spectator events in the United States and Canada.
    SENTENCE: She's waiting for me near the bleachers.

    REFERENCE: http://encyclopedia.thefreedictionary.com

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  68. AUGUST 2009

    1. Collide- v. to strike one another or one against the other with a forceful impact; come into violent contact

    SENTENCE: There is a probability that planets will collide with each othr.

    2. Chardonnay- n. A variety of grape used to make white wine, including champagne and white Burgundy.

    SENTENCE: I dont know what chardonnay is.

    REFERENCE: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/collide and http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/Chardonnay

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  69. AUGUST 2009

    1. Drive-v. A fast and low shot that makes a horizontal flight over the net

    SENTENCE: I know how to drive.

    2. Smash-v. Hard-hit overhead shot that forces the shuttle sharply downward. Badminton's primary attacking stroke.

    SENTENCE: Badminton players are fund of the offensive attack smash.

    REFERENCE: http://www.worldbadminton.com/glossary.html

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  70. AUGUST 2009

    RAISE A SONG
    1.) UPSET- to disturb mentally or emotionally

    S: She was upset.

    2.)ESCAPE-to slip or get away, as from confinement or restraint; gain or regain liberty

    s: They escape from jail.

    R: http://dictionary.reference.com/

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  71. AUGUST 2009

    DUSCUSSION

    1.)Rally- Exchange of shots while the shuttle is in play.

    s: The rally was played several times.

    2.)Kill- fast downward shot that cannot be returned; a "putaway".

    s: Kill can also be called as putaway.

    r:http://www.worldbadminton.com/glossary.html

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  72. June 2009

    1. breeze>>>n. a fresh soft wind

    Sentence: Though the breezes through the trees.

    2. Whisper>>> v. to speak in a low voice so as not to be overhead; to say under the breath.

    Sentence: I like to whisper.

    REFERENCE: www.dictionary.reference/browse/breeze
    www.dictionary.reference/browse/whisper

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  73. July 2009

    1. clumsy>>> adj. awkward

    Sentence: Maria is clumsy.

    2. humming>>>v. making sound without words.

    Sentence: He is humming.

    Reference: Webster Dictionary
    page 154 and 362

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  74. August 2009

    1. summit>>>n. the highest part or point of the hill.

    Sentence: I can see the summit.

    2. wonderful>>>adj. excellent;great;marvelous

    Sentence: We all had a wonderful days.



    Reference: www.dictionary.reference.com/browse/summit
    www.dictionary.reference.com/browse/wonderful

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  75. july 2009

    Raise-a-song

    1.Stock broker
    -a broker, esp. one employed by a member firm of a stock exchange, who buys and sells stocks and other securities for customers.

    sen: He works as a stockbroker.

    2.Passion
    -any powerful or compelling emotion or feeling, as hate or love.

    sen: His passion for music is often misunderstood.

    ref: http://dictionary.reference.com

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  76. August 2009

    Raise-A-song

    1.farewell
    -an expression of good wishes at parting

    sen: He never said farewell when he left.

    2.sincere
    - free of deceit, hypocrisy, or falseness.

    sen: The boy's eyes were sincere.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  77. RAISE a Song

    June 2009(1)
    Song:Love me for a reason
    1.old-fashioned - adj. style no longer in vogue

    Sentence: Some people today are so
    old-fashioned

    2.facsimile- n. an exact copy

    Sentence: Don't just give me a facsimile of your work

    June 2009(2)
    Song:In between

    1.Genuine-adj. possessing something authentic or attributed which is not claimed

    Sentence:That's a genuine item you got there!

    2.Regain-v. to recover or get again

    Sentence:I have regained my father's trust

    July 2009(1)
    Song:Helena

    1. Hearse-n. vehicle conveying a dead person

    Sentence:Don't go near that hearse!

    2. Collide - v. to clash or meet in conflict

    Sentence: The cars there are going to collide

    July 2009(2)
    Song:Save You

    1.Stumble -v. to stagger or fall, a slip

    Sentence:I'll pick you up if you stumble down

    2.Faith -n. belief or trust in a person, thing or situation

    Sentence:I have faith in both of you.

    August 2009(1)
    Song:New Divide
    1.Blur -v. to dim perception or suceptibility

    Sentence: Everything here is just a blur

    2.Startling -adj. to create a sudden alarm or a surprise

    Sentence: What he did just now was very startling you know.

    August 2009(2)
    Song:She will be loved
    1.Insecure - adj. not self confident and not assured of decisions

    Sentence: Feeling insecure is natural for your age.

    2.Compromise -v. endangering or exposure to danger

    Sentence: Don't always settle for compromise, hope for the best.

    All the words are from http://www.dictionary.reference.com/browse/

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  78. JUNE

    1]fate - force predetermining events.

    Sentence:
    I don't know yet what my fate is going to be when I enter college.

    2]bear - to be able to endure something without great distress or annoyance.

    Sentence:
    We should bear in mind that we have to love others other than ourselves.

    Reference: Microsoft Encarta Dictionaries

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  79. JULY

    1]La la land - a nickname for the city of Los Angeles.

    Sentence:
    A lot of people wants to be in La la land.

    2]fuss - a needless hustle or excitement.

    Sentence:
    A fuss is created is mostly created between boys and girls.

    Reference: Microsoft Encarta Dictionaries

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  80. AUGUST

    1]addictive - making or likely to make somebody addictive.

    Sentence: Watching tv is so addictive.

    2]battlefield - area of conflict.

    Sentence: Why does love always feel like a battlefield.

    Reference: Microsoft Encarta Dictionaries

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  81. AUGUST 2009

    RAISE-A-SONG

    1. haunted
    -preoccupied, as with an emotion, memory, or idea; obsessed

    SENTENCE: His haunted imagination gave him no peace

    2. fists
    -the hand closed tightly, with the fingers doubled into the palm.

    SENTENCE:Even with our fists held high, it would never work out right.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/

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  82. AUGUST 2009

    TERMS FROM DISCUSSION

    1. feint
    -Any deceptive movement that disconcerts an opponent before or during the serve

    SENTENCE: Feint is also called balk.
    2. Carry
    -An illegal stroke in which the shuttle is not hit, but caught and held on the racket before being released

    SENTENCE: Carry is also called "sling" or "throw".

    Reference: http://www.badminton-information.com/badminton-terms.html

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  83. JUNE

    RAISE A SONG
    1.) change- to become different
    S: He changed for the beter to become the best.

    2.) love- a profoundly tender, passionate affection for another person.
    S: I love him with all my heart.

    R:http://dictionary.reference.com/

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  84. JUNE

    DISCUSSION
    1.) arm-the upper limb of the human body, esp. the part extending from the shoulder to the wrist
    S: My arm is aching.

    2.)span-the distance between the tip of the thumb and the tip of the little finger when the hand is fully extended
    S: We measured the spam of my arms.

    R:http://dictionary.reference.com/

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  85. JULY 2009

    RAISE A SONG
    1.)fancy-imagination or fantasy, esp. as exercised in a capricious manner.
    S: I love his fancy.

    2.)fiction-the class of literature comprising works of imaginative narration,
    S: Harry Potter is an example of fiction.

    R:http://dictionary.reference.com/

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  86. JULY 2009

    DISCUSSION
    1.) health-the general condition of the body or mind with reference to soundness and vigor
    S: He has a health problem.

    2.) pursuit - the act of pursuing
    S: Your job should pursuit your abilities.

    R:http://dictionary.reference.com/

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  87. JUNE 2009

    RAISE A SONG

    a. hallway - an entrance hall

    - I was surprised to see Joe walking in the hallway.

    b. Steering Wheel - a hand wheel by which one stters

    - I had to maneuver the steering wheel to prevent the car from sliding.

    REFERENCE:

    http://www.merriam-webster.com

    DISCUSSION

    a. Trunk - the human or animal body apart from the head and appendages

    - You have to lift your trunk during the activity.

    b. Sprint - to run or go at top speed especially for a short distance

    - We had to sprint so that the bear would not catch us.

    REFERENCE:

    http://www.merriam-webster.com

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  88. JULY 2009

    RAISE-A-SONG

    a. Forget - to lose from memory.

    I will not forget the song.


    b. Learn - to study and get knowledge about something.

    I will learn many things today.

    REFERENCE:

    Modern School Dictionary p. 186 and 122



    DISCUSSION

    a. brood - to dwell gloomily on a subject

    You should not brood so that you will always feel good.

    b. health - the condition of being sound in body, mind, or spirit

    We are studying about health today.


    REFERENCE:

    http://wwww.merriam-webster.com

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  89. AUGUST 2009


    RAISE A SONG

    a. lucky - having good luck

    I am feeling lucky today.

    b. hoedown - square dance

    We had a hoedown yesterday, it was fun.

    REFERENCE:

    http://www.merriam-webster.com



    DISCUSSION

    a. Sensibly - of a kind to be felt or perceived

    You have to take your vitamins sensibly.


    b. maintain - to keep in an existing state

    You have to maintain the cleanliness of your room.


    REFERENCE:

    http://www.merriam-webster.com

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  90. AUGUST 2009

    R.A.I.S.E A SONG

    a.coast- land beside the sea

    Sentence: I love strolling in the coast every morning.

    b.field- an area of open ground, especially an area used to grow crops or graze livestock

    Sentence: The field is clean today.

    Reference: Encarta Premium Dictionary 2008

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  92. 1] Court- n. Area of play, as defined by the outer boundary lines.
    >> You can't play a real badminton game without a court.

    2] Match- n. A series of games to determine a winner.
    >> I would like to play a match with my friend.

    Reference: http://www.worldbadminton.com/glossary.html

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  93. RAISE a Song terms
    First song:Denied by sonic syndicate
    1st Term:
    Retaliation-n.Reprisal or return
    We will begin our retaliation shortly
    2nd Term:
    Overrated-to rate or appraise too highly; overestimate
    These students are so overrated

    Second Song = Qwerty by Linkin Park
    Plight -n.a condition, state, or situation, esp. an unfavorable or unfortunate one
    I'm not going to be a victim of your plight
    Hollow -n.an empty space within anything; a hole, depression, or cavity.
    Inside that hollow space is a rabbit.

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  94. September 2009

    R-A-I-SE A SONG

    1. nightmare (plural nightmares)

    A very bad or frightening dream.
    Sentence:
    I had a nightmare that I tried to run but could neither move nor breathe.

    2. scar
    Etymology
    From Old French escare, from Late Latin eschara from Ancient Greek ἐσχάρα (eskhara)

    scar (plural scars)

    A permanent mark on the skin sometimes caused by the healing of a wound.

    to scar
    Third person singular
    scars
    Simple past
    scarred
    Past participle
    scarred
    Present participle
    scarring


    to scar (third-person singular simple present scars, present participle scarring, simple past and past participle scarred)

    Sentence:
    When Ben's wound was healed, a scar was formed.

    Reference:
    www.wiktionary.org

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  95. September 2009

    1. Lullaby
    a song used to lull a child to sleep; cradlesong.

    Sen: The kid almost knows all the lyrics of lullaby.


    2. Time
    the system of those sequential relations that any event has to any other, as past, present, or future; indefinite and continuous duration regarded as that in which events succeed one another.

    sen: Time is gold, even though it's always there, time is always as priceless as gold.


    ref:

    http://dictionary.reference.com

    :)

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  96. September 2009

    From Discussion:

    1. singles
    a match with one player on each side, as a tennis match.

    sen: He used to play singles game.

    2. doubles
    a game or match in which there are two players on each side, as in tennis.

    sen: She's always paired up with her brother in doubles game.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com


    :)

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  97. September 2009

    Raise a song

    1. Flashback
    a past event remembered vividly.

    sen: I always had flashbacks about the good times I've experienced last year and the other years before that.

    ref: Merriam Websters Dictionary

    2. Ole
    a cry of “olé.”

    sen: He gave out a short cry: ole!

    ref:
    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/ole

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  98. SEPTEMBER 2009

    Raise a Song Terms

    hangover
    something that remains from what is past

    - Do you still have a hangover from last night?


    chosen
    the object of choice or divine favor

    -He is the chosen one.

    source:

    merriam-webster.com




    Discussion Terms

    Drive-
    A fast and low shot that makes a horizontal flight over the net.

    - The player delivered an amazing drive that his opponent wasn't able to return.


    Kill-
    fast downward shot that cannot be returned; a "putaway".

    - The player's kill made him win the match.


    source:
    http://www.worldbadminton.com/glossary.html

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  99. SEPTEMBER 2009

    Raise-A-Song

    1.Upset
    -emotionally disturbed or agitated

    Sentence: Kai was too upset to speak to Zia.

    2.Blue
    -the far distance

    Sentence: Jigger disappeared into the blue.

    Reference: http://www.merriam-webster.com

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  100. September 2009

    Raise a song

    1.imagine
    to form a mental image of

    sen: It's hard to imagine how fast time could fly.


    2. mean
    important

    sen: It means the world to see him in person.


    ref: The American Heritage Dictionary

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  101. September 2009

    From discussion:

    1. Smash
    -overhead or overhand with a hard downward motion, causing the shot to move very swiftly and to strike the ground or table usually at a sharp angle.

    sen: He was famous for his powerful smash.

    2. Let
    -any play that is voided and must be replayed, esp. a service that hits the net and drops into the proper part of the opponent's court.

    sen: There were continuous lets before the rally started.

    Ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  102. September 2009

    Raise a Song

    1. Solitary
    - alone; without companions; unattended

    sen: After they left, she experienced a lot of solitary moments.

    2. Sneakers
    -a high or low shoe, usually of fabric such as canvas, with a rubber or synthetic sole.

    sen: He stepped on her sneakers so he bought her a new one. :D


    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  103. September 2009

    From discussion:

    1. rally
    -to engage in a rally.

    sen: The rally continued for hours.


    2. kill
    -to hit (a ball) with such force that its return is impossible.

    sen: His opponents are never able to return the shot when he uses shots a kill.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  104. SEPTEMBER 2009

    From the Discussion

    1.Multipurpose
    -having many uses

    Sentence: The easiest grip n badminton is the multipurpose grip.

    Reference: http://www.thefreedictionary.com/multipurpose

    2.Forecourt
    -the front third of the court which is in between the short service line and the net.

    Sentence: Forecourt is one of the three court areas in the badminton court.

    Reference:http://www.thefreedictionary.com/forecourt

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  105. SEPTEMBER 2009

    Raise-A-Song

    1.Innocence
    -freedom from legal or specific wrong; guiltlessness

    Sentence:The prisoner proved his innocence.

    2.Alone
    -to the exclusion of all others or all else

    Sentence:One cannot live by bread alone.

    Reference:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  106. SEPTEMBER 2009

    Raise-a-song Terms:

    1) humble - not proud or arrogant; unpretentious; submissive

    Sentence: In my humble opinion, his works are the best things i've ever seen.

    2) trouble - to put to inconvenience; to disturb

    Sentence: I got into trouble for staying out late.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/humble and http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/trouble

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  107. SEPTEMBER 2009

    Discussion Terms:

    1) forehand - pertaining to, or noting a stroke made from the same side of the body as that of the hand holding the racket

    Sentence: Forehand is one type of gripping the racket.

    2) Backhand - a stroke made from the side of the body opposite to that of the hand holding the racket

    Sentence: Backhand is another type of gripping the racket.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/forehand and http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/backhand

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  108. SEPTEMBER 2009

    From the discussion:

    1.Rear
    -pertaining to or situated at the rear of something

    Sentence: The rear door of a bus.

    2.Grip
    -a handle or hilt

    Sentence: That knife has a very unusual grip.

    Reference:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  110. vocabs from raise-a-songs:

    raise a song 1:
    SEND IT ON by JB, miley, demi, selena
    1. chain reaction
    -a series of events in which each event is the result of the one preceding and the cause of the one following.
    *For your every action is a chain reaction.
    2. circumstances
    -a condition, detail, part, or attribute, with respect to time, place, manner,agent, etc., that accompanies, determines, or modifies a fact or event; a modifying or influencing factor
    *Do not judge his behavior without considering every circumstance.
    --reference: www.dictionary.com

    raise a song 2:
    BE MY GIRLFRIEND by sam concepcion/US5
    1. smoove
    -free from hindrances or difficulties
    *A smooth day at the office.
    2.unified
    -to make or become a single unit; unite: to unify conflicting theories
    *People from different places will come and be unified.

    --www.dictionary.com

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  111. SEPTEMBER 2009

    R.A.I.S.E. A SONG TERMS
    1.)beep
    -a short, relatively high-pitched tone produced by a horn, electronic device, or the like as a signal, summons, or warning.

    SENTENCE: The beep was loud.

    2.)omelet
    -eggs beaten until frothy, often combined with other ingredients, as herbs, chopped ham, cheese, or jelly, and cooked until set.

    SENTENCE: I ate plenty of omelet.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse

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  112. SEPTEMBER 2009

    DISCUSSION TERMS
    1. service line
    - the rear boundary of a service court.

    SENTENCE: Are we allowed to serve in the servic eline?

    2.)backhand
    - a stroke made from the side of the body opposite to that of the hand holding the racket, paddle

    SENTENCE: We can use backhand in serving.

    REFRENCE: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse

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  113. SEPTEMBER 2009

    DISCUSSION
    1.BADMINTON-a game played on a rectangular court by two players or two pairs of players equipped with light rackets used to volley a shuttlecock over a high net that divides the court in half

    SENTENCE:We played badminton yesterday.

    2.RACKET-a light bat having a netting of catgut or nylon stretched in a more or less oval frame and used for striking the ball in tennis, the shuttlecock in badminton, etc.

    SENTENCE:He will buy a new racket tomorrow.

    reference:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  114. SEPTEMBER 2009

    RAISE-A-SONG

    1.SHATTERED-to damage, as by breaking or crushing.
    SENTENCE:The ships were shattered by the storm.

    2.UNDERSTAND-to be thoroughly familiar with
    SENTENCE:I thought you understand everything.


    reference:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  115. OCTOBER 2009

    Raise-a-song Terms:

    1) piercing - appearing to gaze deeply or penetratingly into something: piercing eyes.

    Sentence: Why are your piercing eyes staring at me?

    2) shattering - to break (something) into pieces, as by a blow.

    Sentence:. Their whole life was shattered into pieces.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/piercing and http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/shattering

    OCTOBER 2009

    Discussion Terms:

    1) rosetta stone - a tablet of gray granite found in 1799 at Rosetta, a town in Egypt: because it bore parallel inscriptions in Greek and in ancient Egyptian demotic and hieroglyphic characters, it provided a key to the deciphering of ancient Egyptian writing.

    Sentence: Rosetta Stone is an Ancient Egyptian artifact.

    2) ptolemy - name of a Macedonian dynasty of Egypt founded by Ptolemy I and ruling from 323 to 30

    Sentence: The 1st king of the Ptolemaic dynasty was a general of Alexander the Great.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/rosetta-stone
    and http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/ptolemy

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  116. NOVEMBER 2009

    Raise-a-song

    1.shivers
    -to shake or tremble with cold, fear, excitement, etc.

    sen:His deep black eyes make her shiver.

    2.hark
    - to listen attentively; hearken

    sen: I harked to what he was talking about when we had a little chat last time.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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    NOVEMBER 2009

    from discussion:

    1.loneliness
    - affected with, characterized by, or causing a depressing feeling of being alone

    sen: Loneliness often takes place in human emotions when departure takes place.

    2.depression
    -dullness or inactivity, as of trade.

    sen: I often wonder if I'm depressed for I usually don't have much energy which is a symptom for depression.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  118. NOVEMBER

    1] tinsel - a cloth of silk, wool, etc. interwoven with glittering threads of gold, silver, or other metal.

    Sentence:

    Tinsels are also used as decorations especially for Christmas.

    http://www.yourdictionary.com/tinsel

    2] bankroll - a supply of money; available funds.

    Sentence: My bankroll is getting small from all the expenses I spend for our school projects.

    http://www.yourdictionary.com/bankroll

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  119. NOVEMBER 2009

    Raise-a-song Terms

    1. PROCLAIM
    - to declare publicly, typically insistently, proudly, or defiantly and in either

    Sentence: We proclaim the name of the Lord.

    Reference: http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/proclaim

    2. YULETIDE
    - Christmastide

    Sentence: The yuletide season is coming.

    Reference: http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/yuletide

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  120. Raise-a-song

    1. Myrrh
    -an aromatic resinous exudation from certain plants of the genus Myrrhis, esp. M. odorata, a small spiny tree: used for incense, perfume, etc.

    sen:The myrrh smelled nice.

    2.frankincense
    -an aromatic gum resin from various Asian and African trees of the genus Boswellia, esp. B. carteri, used chiefly for burning as incense in religious or ceremonial practices, in perfumery, and in pharmaceutical and fumigating preparations.

    sen: She received a frankincense last christmas.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  121. NOVEMBER 2009

    Raise-a-song Terms:

    1) pistol - small handgun

    Sentence: In mafia wars, they use pistols.

    2) herald - official messenger bringing news

    Sentence: Hark the herald angels sing.

    Reference: The Pocket Oxford Dictionary pp.411 & 678

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  122. NOVEMBER 2009

    Discussion Terms:

    1) default - being disqualified from a match for a reason

    Sentence: If you want to win the game, then avoid making too many defaults!

    2) counter loop - to loop a loop

    Sentence: Counter loop and counter smash were Kate's terms.

    Reference: http://www.allabouttabletennis.com/table-tennis-terminology.html

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  123. DECEMBER 2009

    Raise-a-song Terms:

    1) meek - humble; submissive; gentle

    Sentence: Was she the meek girl we saw in english class yesterday?

    2) dale - valley

    Sentence: Their house is just beyond those dales.

    Reference: The Pocket Oxford Dictionary pp.553 & 213



    DECEMBER 2009

    Discussion Terms:

    1) flip - A flip is a short topspin stroke played from over the table, using mainly the wrist and forearm

    Sentence: A flip is typically against a short serve or push.

    2) push - In table tennis, a push is a backspin stroke (with anything from virtually no-spin to heavy backspin) that is performed from over the playing surface, or close to the end of the table (within 3 feet or so). The bat will hit the ball somewhere between the bottom and the back of the ball, imparting more backspin if the ball is skimmed rather than hit solidly.

    It is also sometimes called a chop, although this term is usually used for balls that are hit with backspin from 3 feet or more away from the end of the table.

    Sentence: Push is commonly used against no-spin or backspin.

    Reference: http://tabletennis.about.com/od/glossary/g/flip.htm and http://tabletennis.about.com/od/glossary/g/push.htm

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  124. NOVEMBER 2009

    DISCUSSION TERMS:

    1.COUNTER SMASH-to smash a smash

    SENTENCE:Cooper counter smash the smash coming to him.

    2. UMPIRE-a person selected to rule on the plays in a game.

    SENTENCE: The umpire decided who will get a point.


    ref:www.dictionary.com

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  125. NOVEMBER 2009

    RAISE-A-SONG TERMS:

    1.FEAR-be afraid of.

    SENTENCE:I have fear for heights.

    2.HAPPY-delighted, pleased, or glad, as over a particular thing

    SENTENCE:Feeling happy is great.


    ref:www.dictionary.com

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  126. DECEMBER 2009

    DISCUSSION TERMS:

    1. LONELINESS-lone; solitary; without company; companionless.

    SENTENCE:He feels loneliness since yesterday.

    2. DEPRESSION-sadness; gloom; dejection.

    SENTENCE:Depression is what he felt when she left him.


    ref:www.dictionary.com

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  127. DECEMBER 2009

    RAISE-A-SONG TERMS:

    1. GLISTEN-to reflect a sparkling light or a faint intermittent glow; shine lustrously.

    SENTENCE:Edward's body glisten when the sunlight spotted him.

    2. BANISH-To drive away; expel

    SENTENCE:We banished all our doubts and fears.

    ref:www.dictionary.com

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  128. JANUARY 2010

    DISCUSSION TERMS:

    1. NEEDS-of necessity; necessarily

    SENTENCE:We have our basic needs.

    2. SELF-ACTUALIZATION-the achievement of one's full potential through creativity, independence, spontaneity, and a grasp of the real world.

    SENTENCE:She needs something to improve her self-actualization need.

    ref:www.dictionary.com

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  129. _____________________________________________

    raise-a-song
    December 2009

    1.superficial
    --apparent rather than real.

    sen:
    She felt as though her day was superficial.

    2. glisten
    -- to reflect a sparkling light or a faint intermittent glow; shine lustrously

    sen:
    His eyes glisten like the stars in the night sky.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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    -------december 2009(from discussion)--------

    1.chop
    (in tennis, cricket, etc.) to hit (a ball) with a chop stroke.

    sen: He was good at attacking with deadly chops.

    2.footwork
    the use of the feet, as in tennis, boxing, or dancing

    sen: His footwork during a game was so graceful that you'd mistake him to be a dancer and not a tennis player.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  131. ...........................................
    +January 2010+
    .Raise a song.

    1.insomniac
    --a person who suffers from insomnia.

    sen: I feel like an insomniac nowadays, probably because of too much things to think about.

    2.twilight
    --the soft, diffused light from the sky when the sun is below the horizon, either from daybreak to sunrise or, more commonly, from sunset to nightfall.

    sen: We saw twilight while we headed home.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  132. •••--------------------------------------•••
    ======from discussion===January 2010======
    1.needs
    -a condition or situation in which something is required or wanted.

    sen: His needs are sufficed well by his family.

    2.self-esteem
    - a realistic respect for or favorable impression of oneself; self-respect.

    sen:We should have a high self-esteem for it is a need to survive in this material world.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

    ♦♦♦====------------------------------====♦♦♦

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  133. January 15, 2010
    Instruments:
    Kayagum - Condelusano, John Ronn
    Yanggum - Cipriano, Nickiele Kate
    Tanso - Pagulayan, Paul Simoune

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  134. Group 3:
    Instruments to be printed:

    1] Llanzana, Aj -geomungo and haegeum

    2] Necio, Alexa - ajaeng and daegeum

    3] Octeza, Karol - Janggu


    reference: wikipedia

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  135. January 15, 2010

    Instruments:

    Piri- Ragas, Charmagne

    Hageum- Roperes, Jamie Rose

    Gayageum- Sta. Ana, Vanessa Mae

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  136. September 2009

    --------------------
    Raise-A-song

    1.promise
    ==n. an agreement to do or not do something....

    sentence...
    I will always in your side,promise.

    2. Goodbye
    === interj. farewell

    Sentence: I hate goodbyes...

    Reference: NEW WEBSTER'S DICTIONARY
    PAGE 342

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  137. September 2009 (from Discussions)

    1. Racket...noun
    1. a light bat having a netting of catgut or nylon stretched in a more or less oval frame and used for striking the ball in tennis, the shuttlecock in badminton, etc.
    2. the short-handled paddle used to strike the ball in table tennis.
    3. rackets, (used with a singular verb) racquet (def. 1).
    4. a snowshoe made in the form of a tennis racket.

    Sentence: We need to use this racket.

    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/racket

    2. Shuttlecock.....
    noun
    1. Also called shuttle. the object that is struck back and forth in badminton and battledore, consisting of a feathered cork head and a plastic crown.
    2. the game of battledore.

    Sentence: The shuttlecock is very important in badminton.

    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/shuttlecock

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  138. OCTOBER 2009
    RAISE-A-SONG

    1. Frontier- n. the boundary or limits of a country.
    adj. pertaining to or situated near, the boundary of a country;contiguous

    Sentence: The new season of POKEMON is BATTLE FRONTIER.

    2. power- n. the faculty of doing or performing something;ability;strength

    Sentence: The powers in your hand is very important.

    Reference: New Webster's Dictionary
    page 303 & 568

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  139. NOVEMBER 2009

    1. Snow-n. frozen particles of water vapor that fall to earth as white, crystalline flakes.

    Sentence: Let it snow.

    2. delightful- adj. giving delight; very pleasing.

    Sentence: She is very delightful.

    Reference: Webster's Dictionary
    page 116 & 406


    From Discussions

    1. Backspin- –noun
    reverse rotation of a ball causing it to bounce or roll backward or stop short.

    Sentence: The other term for backspin is underspin.
    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/backspin

    2. Backhand- noun
    1. a stroke, slap, etc., made with the palm of the hand turned toward the body and the back of the hand turned in the direction of the stroke, slap, etc.
    2. (in tennis, squash, etc.) a stroke made from the side of the body opposite to that of the hand holding the racket, paddle, etc.
    3. handwriting that slopes toward the left.

    Sentence: Backhand is one of the terms in table tennis.

    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/backhand

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  140. DECEMBER 2009

    RAISE-A-SONG

    1. reconcile- v. to restore a state of harmony after a break in relations: to adjust harmonious, make consistent, as reconcilation of contradictory stories.

    Sentence: They are reconciling to each other.

    2. Triumph- n. a great victory; celebration of victory

    Sentence: Join the triumph of the skies.

    Reference: Webter's Dictionary
    page 257 & 341

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  143. Korean Instruments:
    1.Taepyeongso--orejo, ginena
    2.Wolgeum--pasia, kristel
    3.Gyobanggo--oliva, quennie

    ref:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Traditional_Korean_musical_instruments

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  144. NEW SETS TO PRINT:

    1] Llanzana, Aj - Geomungo

    2] Necio, Jannyne - Daegeum

    3] Octeza, Karol - Buk

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  146. CIPRIANO, Kate G. said...
    NOVEMBER 2009

    1) Hatred -n. the feeling of one who hates

    Sentence: I was left with hatred till now.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/hatred

    2) Peace- n. the normal, nonwarring condition of a nation, group of nations, or the world

    Sentence: I wish for world peace.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/Peace

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  147. December 2009

    1) Dancing- v. to move one's feet or body, or both, rhythmically in a pattern of steps, esp. to the accompaniment of music.

    Sentence: Vanie was dancing and singing at the same time, she is so talented like me.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/dancing

    2) Rock- n. a large mass of stone forming a hill, cliff, promontory, or the like.

    Sentence: Life is like a rock, it's so hard

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/rock

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  148. January 2010

    1) Crazy - adj. mentally deranged; demented; insane

    Sentence: I'm crazy for you.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/crazy

    2) Saw- v. to perceive with the eyes; look at.

    I saw you once, never twice.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/saw

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  149. JANUARY:

    1] start over - begin again.

    Sentence: This article is no good; I'll have to start over.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/start+over

    2] clarity - clearness or lucidity as to perception or understanding; freedom from indistinctness or ambiguity.

    Sentence: Clarity in one's statement is important especially in court trials.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/clarity

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  150. KOREAN MUSIC

    Traditional Korean music includes both the folk and court music styles of the Korean people.

    Korean music is based on Buddhist and native shamanistic beliefs. Buddhist and shamanistic dancing, and shamanistic drum music, are extant, as is a melodic, dance music called sinawi.

    Traditional Korean music can be divided into at least four types: courtly, aristocratic, scholarly, and religious.


    Korean folk music is varied and complex, but all forms maintain a set of rhythms (called Jangdan) and a loosely defined set of melodic modes.

    Because the folk songs of various areas are categorized under Dongbu folk songs, their vocal styles and modes are limited. Therefore, currently scholars are attempting to categorize the Dongbu folk songs further based on different musical features. These songs are mostly simple and bright. Namdo folk songs are those of Jeolla Province and a part of Chungcheong Province. While the folk songs of other regions are mostly musically simple, the folk songs of the Namdo region, where the famous musical genres pansori and sanjo were created, are rich and dramatic. Some Namdo folk songs are used in pansori or developed by professional singers and are included as part of their repertories. Jeju folk songs are sung on the Jeju Island. They are more abundant in number than any other regional folk songs, and approximately 1600 songs are transmitted today. Jeju folk songs are characterized by their simple and unique melodic lines and rich texts.

    Pansori
    Pansori is a long vocal and percussive music played by one singer and one drummer. The lyrics tell one of five different stories, but is individualized by each performer, often with updated jokes and audience participation. One of the most famous pansori singers is Pak Tongjin

    Pungmul

    Pungmul is a Korean folk music tradition that is a form of percussion music includes drumming, dancing, and singing. Most performances are outside, with tens of players, all in constant motion. It has been like Samul Nori, even found some international success.

    Sanjo

    Sanjo is played without a pause in faster tempos. It shifts rhythms and melodic modes during the song. The tempos increases in each movement. The general style of the sanjo is marked by slides in slow movements and rhythmic complexity in faster movements. Sanjo is entirely instrumental music that shifts rhythms and melodic modes during the song. Instruments include the changgo drum set against a melodic instrument, such as the gayageum or ajaeng. Famous practitioners such as Kim Chukp'a, Yi Saenggang and Hwang Byungki.

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  151. JANUARY 2010

    Raise-a-song Terms:

    1) boulevard - a broad avenue in a city, usually having areas at the sides or center for trees, grass, or flowers.

    Sentence: Boulevard of broken dreams.

    2) expense - a cause or occasion of spending.

    Sentence: A laptop can be a great expense.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com

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  152. JANUARY 2010

    Discussion Terms:

    1) phobia - a persistent, irrational fear of a specific object, activity, or situation that leads to a compelling desire to avoid it.

    Sentence: The root of phobia is the underlying anxiety.

    2) stress - a specific response by the body to a stimulus, as fear or pain, that disturbs or interferes with the normal physiological equilibrium of an organism.

    Sentence: I'm so stressed-out.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com

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  153. October 2009

    Raise a Song

    1.Bound
    -destined; sure; certain

    sen: The sun is bound to rise and shine to the people every loving morning.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/bound

    2.beneath
    - underneath

    sen: The horizon seems to separate the heavens above and the earth underneath.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/beneath

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  154. November 2009

    Raise-a-song

    1.thrill
    - to affect with a sudden wave of keen emotion or excitement, as to produce a tremor or tingling sensation through the body

    sen: The thrill that ran through his veins was caused by the new adventure that lies before him.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/thrill

    2.pinning
    - to fasten or attach with or as with a pin or pins

    sen: The pinning of the ribbon during recognition day gives happiness to the pastel pure heart of a hardworking student.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/pinning

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  155. December 2009

    Raise-a-song

    1.myrrh
    -an aromatic resinous exudation from certain plants of the genus

    sen:The myrrh's sweet aroma made everyone's mood light.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/myrrh

    2.frankincense
    -an aromatic gum resin from various Asian and African trees of the genus Boswellia, esp. B. carteri, used chiefly for burning as incense in religious or ceremonial practices, in perfumery, and in pharmaceutical and fumigating preparations.

    sen:The scent of frankincense kept the whole room joyful.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/frankincense

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  156. January 2010

    Raise a Song

    1.legacy
    -anything handed down from the past, as from an ancestor or predecessor

    sen: The Templar's legacy is still protected by the ancestors' kinsmen.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/legacy

    2.steel bars
    - metal pieces commonly used to seal prisoners from their cells.

    sen: In the eyes of a prisoner, the steel bars serve as a barrier that separates him and freedom.

    ref:Webster's Dictionary

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  157. February 2010

    Raise-a-Song

    1. Lonely
    - affected with, characterized by, or causing a depressing feeling of being alone

    sen: The lonely lad stood by the blossoming cherry tree that seemed to give him hope that keeps him moving forward.

    2.wanna
    -want to

    sen: I wanna gaze at the stars more than that of the moon, it's just the stars, small as it may be, is independent and can shine beautifully without borrowing any light...unlike that of the moon.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/wanna?o=100074

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  158. RAISE-A-SONG

    SEPTEMBER

    1. chase- to pursue; to hunt; to dispel

    Sentence: The police chased the thief.


    2. humble- meek; lowly; obscure

    Sentence: In my humble opinion, you are wrong.

    Reference: Webster Dictionary
    p.74,180

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  159. RAISE-A-SONG

    OCTOBER

    1. frustration- defeat; failure
    Sentence: Frustration is seen in her face.

    2. blur- dim; unclear
    Sentence: The fog blurred the surroundings.

    Reference: Webster Dictionary
    p.51, 152

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  160. March 2010

    Raise A Song

    1. Black and White
    -displaying only black and white tones; without color, as a picture or chart

    sen: Looking at the torn black and white picture, I remembered the old memories that used to make me smile.

    2.fade
    -to disappear or die gradually

    sen: As the dark clouds fade, streaks of light began to shine down to earth and give hope to each and every living thing.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  161. February 2010

    1.Gavel
    - a small mallet used by the presiding officer of a meeting, a judge, etc., usually to signal for attention or order

    sen: The judge held the gavel tightly for the suspect was getting on her sensitive nerves.

    2.intoxicating
    - exhilarating; exciting

    sen: The idea was so intoxicating that it gave everyone a thrill.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  162. RAISE-A-SONG

    NOVEMBER

    1. yuletide- Christmas tide
    SENTENCE: The yuletide season is coming.

    2. glistening- sparkling
    SENTENCE: The decorations are glistening.

    Reference: Webster Dictionary
    p. 375, 160

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  163. RAISE-A-SONG

    DECEMBER

    1. Christmas- the festival celebrating the birth of Christ
    SENTENCE: The Christmas season is approaching.

    2. remember- recall to mind
    SENTENCE: I barely remember those.

    Reference: Webster Dictionary
    p.78, 160

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  164. FEBRUARY

    1] sky
    - the region of the clouds or the upper air.

    Sentence:
    I just love the view of the bright blue sky.

    Reference:
    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/sky


    2] distraction
    - mental distress or derangement.

    Sentence:
    Distractions will do us nothing good.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/distraction

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  166. MARCH

    1] opportunity
    - a situation or condition favorable for attainment of a goal.

    Sentence:
    Opportunity knocks once, temptation never stops knocking.

    Reference:
    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/opportunity


    2] someday
    - a farewell.

    Sentence:
    Goodbyes are really hard to give away.

    Reference:
    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/goodbye

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  167. March 2010

    raise-a-song

    1.magic
    - any extraordinary or mystical influence, charm, power

    sen: It feels like magic to witness the beauty of flowers blossoming during spring.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/magic?o=100074

    2.moment
    -an indefinitely short period of time; instant

    sen: As I watched the last leaf of the branch hanging for its life, I realized at that moment that the leaf may be finding it hard to decide whether to keep holding on, or just let go knowing that it will fall down as soon as the wind blows.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/moment?o=100074

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  168. MARCH

    1] opportunity
    - a situation or condition favorable for attainment of a goal.

    Sentence:
    Opportunity knocks once, temptation never stops knocking.

    Reference:
    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/opportunity


    2] goodbye
    - a farewell.

    Sentence:
    Goodbyes are really hard to give away.

    Reference:
    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/goodbye

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  169. OCTOBER 2009

    RAISE-A-SONG

    1.CADILLAC-name for something powerful or superior.
    SENTENCE: He owns a cadillac truck.

    REFERENCE:http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/cadillac

    2.trend-style; vogue

    SENTENCE:the new trend in women's apparel.

    REFERENCE:http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/trend

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  170. JANUARY 2010

    RAISE-A-SONG

    1.IGNORANCE-the state or fact of being ignorant; lack of knowledge, learning, information, etc.

    SENTENCE:The driver was given a speeding ticket due to his ignorance of the speed limit.

    REFERENCE:http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/IGNORANCE

    2.DECEIVING-to mislead by a false appearance or statement; delude:

    SENTENCE:They deceived the enemy by disguising the destroyer as a freighter.

    REFERENCE:http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/DECEIVING

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  171. FEBRUARY 2010

    RAISE-A-SONG

    1.SORROW-distress caused by loss, affliction, disappointment, etc.; grief, sadness, or regret.

    SENTENCE:His first sorrow was the bank failure.

    REFERENCE:http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/sorrow

    2.PASSION-a strong or extravagant fondness, enthusiasm, or desire for anything

    SENTENCE:He has a passion for music.

    REFERENCE:http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/PASSION

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  172. MARCH 2010

    RAISE-A-SONG

    1.SPECIAL-being a particular one; particular, individual, or certain:

    SENTENCE:You'd better call the special number.

    REFERENCE:http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/SPECIAL

    2.MISTAKES-a misunderstanding or misconception.

    SENTENCE:He had committed mistakes.

    REFERENCE:http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/MISTAKES

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  173. FEBRUARY 2010

    Raise-a-song Terms:

    1) chaperone - any adult present in order to maintain order or propriety at an activity of young people, as at a school dance.

    Sentence: You should have a chaperone to accompany you for the upcoming js prom.

    2) cherish - to hold or treat as dear; feel love for.

    Sentence: We should cherish every moment of our lives.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/chaperone and http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/cherish

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  174. MARCH 2010

    Raise-a-song Terms:

    1) lullaby- a song used to lull a child to sleep; cradlesong.

    Sentence: My mother used to sing me a lullaby when I was in toddler.

    2) serenity - the state or quality of being serene, calm, or tranquil; sereneness.

    Sentence: Serenity is synonymous with peace.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/lullaby and http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/serenity

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  175. FEBRUARY 2010

    RAISE A SONG

    1. Fly- to move in or pass through the air with wings b : to move through the air or before the wind or through outer space c : to float, wave, or soar in the air
    - to take flight : flee b : to fade and disappear : vanish
    - to move, pass, or spread quickly
    - to be moved with sudden extreme emotion c : to seem to pass quickly
    - to become expended or dissipated rapidly
    - to operate or travel in an airplane or spacecraft
    - to work successfully : win popular acceptance

    Sentence: I used to wish i had wings so that I'd be able to fly.

    Reference:http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fly

    2.believe-to have a firm religious faith b : to accept as true, genuine, or real
    -to have a firm conviction as to the goodness, efficacy, or ability of something
    - to hold an opinion

    Sentence: He believes that anything is possible if we put our mind into it.

    Reference:http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/believe

    MARCH 2010

    RAISE A SONG

    1.mirror -a polished or smooth surface (as of glass) that forms images by reflection
    - something that gives a true representation b : an exemplary model

    Sentence: There's a creepy old mirror in the hallway.

    Reference: http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mirror

    2.rebel -opposing or taking arms against a government or ruler b : of or relating to rebels

    Sentence: He was a rebel back when he was in high school.

    Reference: http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rebel

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  176. Month of January...
    Riase-A-SOng

    1. gales>>>
    –noun
    1.
    a very strong wind.
    2.
    Meteorology. a wind of 32–63 mph (14–28 m/sec).
    3.
    a noisy outburst: a gale of laughter filled the room.
    4.
    Archaic. a gentle breeze.
    Use gales in a Sentence
    See images of gales
    Search gales on the Web
    Origin:
    1540–50; perh. < Scand; cf. Norw dial. geil uproar, unrest, boiling

    —Synonyms
    3. burst, eruption, outbreak, fit, gust.
    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/gales

    Sentence: Did you feel that gales?
    2. pierce>>>>

    –verb (used with object)
    1.
    to penetrate into or run through (something), as a sharp, pointed dagger, object, or instrument does.
    2.
    to make a hole or opening in.
    3.
    to bore into or through; tunnel.
    4.
    to perforate.
    5.
    to make (a hole, opening, etc.) by or as by boring or perforating.
    6.
    to make a way or path into or through: a road that pierces the dense jungle.
    7.
    to penetrate with the eye or mind; see into or through: She couldn't pierce his thoughts.
    8.
    to affect sharply with some sensation or emotion, as of cold, pain, or grief: The wind pierced her body. Her words pierced our hearts.
    9.
    to sound sharply through (the air, stillness, etc.): A pistol shot pierced the night.
    –verb (used without object)
    10.
    to force or make a way into or through something; penetrate: to pierce to the heart.
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    Origin:
    1250–1300; ME percen < OF perc(i)er < VL *pertūsiāre, v. deriv. of L pertūsus, ptp. of pertundere to bore a hole through, perforate, equiv. to per- per- + tundere to strike, beat

    —Related forms
    pierce·a·ble, adjective
    piercer, noun
    un·pierce·a·ble, adjective

    —Synonyms
    1. enter, puncture. Pierce, penetrate suggest the action of one object passing through another or making a way through and into another. The terms are used both concretely and figuratively. To pierce is to perforate quickly, as by stabbing; it suggests the use of a sharp, pointed instrument which is impelled by force: to pierce the flesh with a knife; a scream pierces one's ears. Penetrate suggests a slow or difficult movement: No ordinary bullet can penetrate an elephant's hide; to penetrate the depths of one's ignorance. 8. touch, move, strike, thrill.
    Sentence: The synonym of pierce is enter...
    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/pierce


    LESSON...
    1. esteem-
    –verb (used with object)
    1.
    to regard highly or favorably; regard with respect or admiration:
    2.
    to consider as of a certain value or of a certain type; regard: I esteem it worthless.
    3.
    Obsolete. to set a value on; appraise.
    –noun
    4.
    favorable opinion or judgment; respect or regard: to hold a person in esteem.
    5.
    Archaic. opinion or judgment; estimation; valuation.
    SEntence:I esteem him for his honesty.

    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/esteem

    2. behavior- manner of behaving or acting.
    Sentence:Deportment is behavior related to a code or to an arbitrary standard.

    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/behavior

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  177. Month Of February
    Raise-A-SOng

    1. slumber- –verb (used without object)
    1.
    to sleep, esp. lightly; doze; drowse.
    2.
    to be in a state of inactivity, negligence, quiescence, or calm,

    Sentence: Vesuvius is slumbering.

    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/slumber

    2. eternal-v. without beginning or end; lasting forever; always existing (opposed to temporal)

    Sentence: Did you have an eternal life?

    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/eternal


    LESSON...

    1. change- –verb (used with object)
    1.
    to make the form, nature, content, future course, etc., of (something) different from what it is or from what it would be if left alone


    Sentence: We need change!

    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/change

    2.feeling-–noun
    1.
    the function or the power of perceiving by touch.
    2.
    physical sensation not connected with sight, hearing, taste, or smell.

    Sentence: Did you feel it?

    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/feeling

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  178. Month Of March

    Raise-A-SOng

    1. converse- verb (used without object)
    1.
    to talk informally with another or others; exchange views, opinions, etc., by talking.
    2.
    Archaic. to maintain a familiar association (usually fol. by with).
    3.
    Obsolete. to have sexual intercourse (usually fol. by with).
    –noun
    4.
    familiar discourse or talk; conversation.



    Sentence: I need to converse this with you.

    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/converse

    2. chant- –noun
    1.
    a short, simple melody, esp. one characterized by single notes to which an indefinite number of syllables are intoned, used in singing psalms, canticles, etc., in church services.
    2.
    a psalm, canticle, or the like, chanted or for chanting.
    3.
    the singing or intoning of all or portions of a liturgical service.
    4.
    any monotonous song.
    5.
    a song; singing: the chant of a bird.
    6.
    a monotonous intonation of the voice in speaking.
    7.
    a phrase, slogan, or the like, repeated rhythmically and insistently, as by a crowd.


    Sentence: What is the Buddhist chants?

    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/chant


    LESSON,,,

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    1.hassles- noun
    1.
    a disorderly dispute.
    2.
    a problem brought about by pressures of time, money, inconvenience, etc.

    Sentence: Finding a decent place to have lunch in this neighborhood is always a hassle.

    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/hassles

    2. pessimist-noun
    1.
    a person who habitually sees or anticipates the worst or is disposed to be gloomy.
    2.
    an adherent of the doctrine of pessimism.

    Sentence: We have seen too much defeatism, too much pessimism, too much of a negative approach.

    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/pessimist

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  179. September

    1] dream
    - a succession of images, thoughts, or emotions passing through the mind during sleep.

    Sentence:
    A dream can come true if we just hold on to it.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/dream
    2] universe
    - the totality of known or supposed objects and phenomena throughout space; the cosmos; macrocosm.

    Sentence:

    A bend in the universe is such a drastic change.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/universe

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  180. October

    1] chain reaction
    - a series of events in which each event is the result of the one preceding and the cause of the one following

    Sentence:

    A chain reaction occurs indefinitely in our lives.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/chain+reaction

    2] heal
    - to make healthy, whole, or sound; restore to health; free from ailment

    Sentence:

    Anyone can heal a any person's broken heart.

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/heal

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  181. December

    1] yuletide
    - the Christmas season

    Sentence:

    Everyone reunites during Yuletide.

    Reference:
    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/yuletide

    2] mistletoe
    - any of several other related, similar plants, as Phoradendron serotinum, of the U.S

    Sentence:
    Do you believe that people are obligated to kiss under a mistletoe?

    Reference: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/mistletoe

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  182. OCTOBER
    RAISE A SONG TERMS
    1) GUILTY-having committed an offense, crime, violation, or wrong, esp. against moral or penal law; justly subject to a certain accusation or penalty; culpable: The jury found her guilty of murder.
    S: I am guilty.
    R: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/GUILTY

    2)PERFECT-conforming absolutely to the description or definition of an ideal type

    S:He's perfect.
    R:http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/PERFECT

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  183. NOVEMBER
    RAISE A SONG TERMS
    1) RELY-to depend confidently; put trust in
    S:You can rely on her homework.
    R: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/RELY

    2)PEEK-to look or glance quickly or furtively, esp. through a small opening or from a concealed location
    S:He peeks on the hole.
    R:http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/PEEK

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  185. 1.hurricane
    -anything suggesting a violent storm

    sen: The hurricane ruined everything that came its way.

    2.subway
    - an underground electric railroad, usually in a large city

    sen: The subway was filled with a new crowd.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  186. July 2009

    1. Stranger
    - a person with whom one has had no personal acquaintance

    sen: It seemed like I was a stranger to them when I entered the room.

    2. Suitcase
    - a usually rectangular piece of luggage esp. for carrying clothes while traveling.

    sen: The suitcase was filled with different memories.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  187. August 2009

    1.Insane
    - not sane; not of sound mind; mentally deranged

    sen: The tight schedule is driving everybody insane.

    2.Humor
    - a comic, absurd, or incongruous quality causing amusement

    sen: Life would be lifeless with humor.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  188. September 2009

    1. Riddle
    -a question or statement so framed as to exercise one's ingenuity in answering it or discovering its meaning; conundrum.

    sen: The riddle was mind-boggling.

    2.Trample
    -to tread or step heavily and noisily

    sen: She trampled angrily as she walked out the door.


    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  189. October 2009

    1. Dream
    - an aspiration; goal; aim

    sen: No matter how unfathomable her dreams are, she still strives hard in order to attain it.

    2. Sigh
    -to let out one's breath audibly, as from sorrow, weariness, or relief.

    sen: Her sigh was the only noise they could hear.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  190. November 2009

    1. lover
    -a person who is in love with another

    sen: She is a lover for she is a person who is in love with another.

    2. moments
    -an indefinitely short period of time; instant

    sen: T=She promised to be back in a moment but she never actually returned.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  191. December 2009

    1. Sentimental
    -expressive of or appealing to sentiment, esp. the tender emotions and feelings, as love, pity, or nostalgia

    sen: Even a small piece of rock can be sentimental to a person if we give it to them with true emotions.

    2.bough
    -a branch of a tree, esp. one of the larger or main branches

    sen: The boughs were collected by loggers during Christmas Eve.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  192. January 2010

    1.time
    -the system of those sequential relations that any event has to any other, as past, present, or future; indefinite and continuous duration regarded as that in which events succeed one another.

    sen: Time is gold.

    2.Sorrow
    -distress caused by loss, affliction, disappointment, etc.; grief, sadness, or regret

    sen: He walked by the lake to relieve at least half of his sorrow.

    ref:http://dictionary.reference.com

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  193. a. reminisce - recall the past; think back; remember' recapture the past and indulge in memories

    1. He reminisced how he used to pick flowers.
    2. We reminisced about the trip.

    b. tears - are the liquid product of a process of crying to clean and lubricate the eyes. Strong emotions, such as sorrow or elation, may lead to crying.

    1. I will wipe your tear.
    2. There are tears on her face because he cried for hours.

    References:
    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tears
    http://www.thefreedictionary.com/reminisce

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  194. A. memories (n. pl.)
    -It is the mental capacity or faculty of
    remaining and reviving facts , events,
    impressions, etc , or of recalling or
    recognizing previous experiences

    1. Do you have a good memory?
    2. I have so many good memories with my friends.

    B. compliment (n.)
    -an expression of praise, commendation or
    admiration

    1. Can you give me your compliments about me?
    2. I had given you my compliments.

    Reference:
    www.dictionary.reference.com

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  195. 1. Gamelan- A genre of music of Indonesian origin typically featuring metallophones, xylophones, drums, gongs and a bamboo flute (called a siuling).

    Sentence:
    Gamelan orchestra's are found in Indonesia.

    2. Ensemble- a group of separate things that contribute to a coordinated whole

    Sentence:
    The ensemble performing at the orchestra is amazing.

    Reference:
    Encarta dictionary

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  196. A. choir (n.)
    - An organized company of singers,
    especially one performing church music
    or singing in a church

    1. My cousin wants to join in choir.
    2. Did you already experience joining in choir?

    B. cannon (n. pl.)
    - A large mounted weapon that fires heavy
    projectiles

    1. Cannon include guns, howitzers, and
    mortars.
    2. Did you already see cannon?

    Reference:
    http://www.thefreedictionary.com/

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  197. a. AUTOMATIC - involuntary;natural;programmed

    1. He automatically shot me.
    2. The computer open automatically.

    b. Drift - an aimless course;to move along aimlessly
    1. She drift away after I tell her the truth.
    2. When I'm about to tell her that i love her,she drift away.

    References:
    Webster's Dictionary

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  198. A. FAIRY(n.pl.)
    A tiny imaginary being in human form, depicted as clever, mischievous, and possessing magical powers.

    1. I saw a fairy in my dreams.
    2. She looks like a fairy.

    B. PRINCESS(n.)
    A woman member of a royal family other than the monarch, especially a daughter of a monarch.

    1. Diana looks like a princess.
    2. Charina is the princess of Netherlands.

    Reference:
    www.thefreedictionary.com

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