English Words From Voice of America (Charles Kelly)
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unnot (unusual, unhappy) |
underbelow; below the surface of; less than; as called for by a law, agreement or system ("The river flows under the bridge." "Such action is not permitted under the law.") |
understandto know what is meant; to have knowledge of |
uniteto join together |
universeall of space, including planets and stars |
universitya place of education that usually includes several colleges and research organizations |
unlessexcept if it happens; on condition that ("I will not go, unless the rain stops.") |
untilup to a time; before |
upto, in or at a higher position or value |
urgeto advise strongly; to make a great effort to get someone to do something |