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* Signs and Symptoms of Impending Death Coolness/Sleeping/Disorientation/ Incontinence /Congestion/ Restlessness Urine Decrease/ Fluid and Food Decrease Breathing Pattern Change Vision-like Experiences Precede: vt. Go before → follow L2 The guard preceded them down the corridor. Lunch will be preceded by a short speech from the chairman. income tax paid in preceding years Shift: n. L2 Dave had to work a 12-hour shift yesterday. The thought of working night shifts put her off becoming a nurse. Im on the early shift tomorrow. Everything is OK before the early shift goes off duty Secure: vt. 1. fasten or tie firmly L 12 John secured the boat firmly to the jetty 码头 . 2. get/achieve The company recently secured a $20 million contract with Ford. Negotiators are still working to secure the hostages release. Ease: vt. Make… less L20 Hell give you something to ease the pain This should ease the burden on busy teachers. alleviate the problem/situation/suffering etc Measures were taken to mitigate the environmental effects of pollution. Chosen carefully, the oils may not only palliate but also cure the condition. relieve tension/pressure/stress etc Some people eat for comfort, to relieve their anxieties. Procedure: n. 过程, 步骤,程序, 手续L22 Whats the procedure for applying for a visa? On board, we were given the usual talk on safety procedures . Be finished: L33 Im almost finished. Are you finished with my tools yet? somebody is done with something : L55 Ill be glad when the exams are over and done with.总算做完了 Are you done with this magazine? Hint: n. a very small amount/sign of sth细微的迹象, 少许, 微量 L37 What time do we have to leave? he asked with a hint of impatience. We shall have to turn back if theres the slightest hint of fog. I made it clear I wasnt interested in him, but he didnt take the hint . mind reader: n. L38 someone who knows what someone else is thinking without being told Want some coffee? You read my mind.‘ guess can read somebody like a book read somebodys p