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noun

The quality of being able to adapt to new situations or change easily. Often used in IELTS to describe workplace skills or personal traits.

"不測の事態には、柔軟性を持って対応することが求められる。"

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The cancellation or termination of a contract or agreement, such as for a phone service, insurance policy, or rental agreement.

"来月、スマートフォンの契約を解約するつもりです。"

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A formal inquiry or request for information to confirm facts, details, or status with an official body or database.

"銀行で残高照会を行った。"

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The preservation of health through organized community efforts, hygiene, and medical services.

"学校では保健の授業が行われている。"

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The well-being and benefits provided to employees or citizens beyond their basic salary or rights.

"この会社は福利厚生が充実していることで有名だ。"

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A strong point or a good quality of a person or thing.

"自分の長所を活かせる仕事に就きたい。"

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A weak point, flaw, or a shortcoming of a person or thing.

"短所を補うために、チームで協力することが必要だ。"

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One of the things that can be chosen from a set of options or alternatives.

"将来のキャリアについて、多くの選択肢を持っている。"

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Devoting oneself entirely to one particular task, study, or activity, while ignoring other distractions.

"試験が近いので、今は勉強に専念しています。"

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The practice of protecting the natural environment by individuals, organizations, and governments.

"世界中で環境保護の重要性が叫ばれている。"

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The natural home or environment of an animal, plant, or other organism.

"森林破壊により、多くの動物が生息地を失っている。"

noun, verb

A style, activity, or interest that is very popular for a short period of time. A trend or fashion. Can also refer to the spread of a disease.

"若者の間で、このアプリが流行している。"

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A legal right for employees to take time off from work while still receiving their full salary.

"来週、有給休暇を取って旅行に行きます。"

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A strong wish or request for something to be done or provided, often used in formal contexts like letters to authorities or management.

"住民たちは公園の遊具を新しくするよう要望を出した。"

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The act of putting something inside an envelope along with a letter or document.

"履歴書に写真を同封して送ってください。"

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A scandalous or regrettable incident, often involving misconduct or illegal activity by a public figure or organization.

"大手企業による不祥事が発覚しました。"

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The place where someone lives or resides permanently or for a long time.

"現在の居住地を書類に記入してください。"

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The local community; the people living in a particular area considered as a unit.

"ボランティア活動を通じて、地域社会に貢献したい。"

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A person who is being considered for a position, an award, or an office; a candidate.

"今回の市長選挙には、5人の候補者が立候補している。"

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The ability to endure pain, hardship, or annoyance without complaining. It signifies patience and perseverance in difficult situations.

"成功するためには忍耐が必要だ。"

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The mutual understanding and exchange of thoughts or intentions between people; effective communication.

"チーム内での意思疎通がうまくいかず、ミスが発生した。"

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Training provided to individuals to help them acquire the skills and knowledge needed for a specific job or trade.

"離職者は国が提供する職業訓練を無料で受けることができる。"

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The way in which a person or group lives, including patterns of social relations, consumption, entertainment, and dress.

"近年のテクノロジーの発展により、私たちの生活様式は劇的に変化した。"

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The conditions in which an individual works, including physical environment, health and safety, and work-life balance.

"労働環境の改善を求めて、従業員が声を上げた。"

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The balance of income and expenditure; whether a business or project is profitable.

"このプロジェクトは採算が合わないため、中止が決まった。"

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A measure of how products and services supplied by a company meet or surpass customer expectation.

"わが社は、顧客満足を第一に考えています。"

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The process by which an organization deals with a disruptive and unexpected event that threatens to harm the organization or its stakeholders.

"自然災害に備えて、自治体の危機管理能力が問われている。"

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A period of time at the start of a new job when you are watched to see if you are suitable for the work.

"最初の3ヶ月間は試用期間として勤務します。"

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The act of refining oneself and improving one's skills or knowledge through one's own efforts and study.

"週末はプログラミングの勉強をして自己研鑽に励んでいます。"

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A shared passenger-transport service which is available for use by the general public, distinct from modes such as taxicabs or hired buses.

"この街は公共交通が発達していて便利だ。"

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The process of caring for and raising a child from birth until they are independent.

"彼は仕事と育児を両立させている。"

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The act of sending documents, goods, or materials to a destination.

"ご請求いただいた資料を送付いたしました。"

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Forwarding or transferring something (like mail, email, or a phone call) to another destination.

"間違えて届いたメールを、正しい担当者に転送した。"

noun

The remains or impression of a prehistoric organism preserved in petrified form or as a mold or cast in rock.

"この地層からは恐竜の化石が発見された。"

noun, verb

The preying of one animal on others.

"ライオンはシマウマを捕食する動物だ。"

noun, verb

The act of living or inhabiting a particular place, used specifically for animals and plants.

"この森には珍しい鳥が生息している。"