Weekly Review #15

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What does 'implicit' mean in an academic context?

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Implicit means something that is understood or implied without being directly stated. In academics, it refers to the expectation that students must do their own work.

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What is the meaning of the Latin root 'pli, ploy, or plic'?

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The Latin root 'pli, ploy, or plic' means 'folded or coiled'.

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Define 'callow'.

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Callow refers to a young or inexperienced person, often lacking adult sophistication or maturity.

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What does 'deploy' mean in a military context?

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To deploy means to move troops or equipment into position for military action or to assign resources to a specific location.

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What does it mean to 'ply' in the context of teaching?

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To ply means to engage in or practice a trade or profession, such as teaching, by actively participating in it.

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What is the difference between 'implicit' and 'explicit'?

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Implicit refers to something that is suggested or understood without being directly stated, while explicit means something that is clearly and directly expressed.

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Provide an example of a 'callow' individual in a professional setting.

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A callow intern who is inexperienced and still learning the ropes of the workplace.

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What is the significance of the root 'pli' in words like 'comply' and 'implicate'?

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The root 'pli' signifies the idea of folding or bending, which relates to how these words imply adherence or involvement.

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In what context might you use the word 'deploy' outside of the military?

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Deploy can be used in business contexts, such as deploying a new software system or deploying resources for a project.

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What are some synonyms for 'callow'?

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Some synonyms for callow include immature, naive, and inexperienced.