a pile of
synonym: a large quantity of
They found the body buried beneath a pile of leaves.
a pivotal figure
synonym:keyman
pivotal 美 [ˈpɪvətl] A pivotal role, point or figure in something
is one that is very important and affects the success of that thing.
Lry Lejeune became a pivotal figure in the revitalization of
Cajun music; his untimely death in 1955 only added to his legendary stature.
revitalization n.
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untimely If you describe an event as untimely, you mean that it happened earlier than it
should, or sooner than you expected.
legendary 英 ['ledʒəndrɪ]美 [ˈlɛdʒənˌdɛri]
If you describe someone or something as legendary, you mean that they are very famous and that many
stories are told about them.
stature 英 [ˈstætʃə(r)]美 [ˈstætʃɚ]
The stature of a person is the importance and reputation that they have.
a range of
synonym: a series of
A range of buildings have sprung up along the river
spring up
If something springs up, it suddenly appears or begins to exist.
a speck of
The pit was determined to have been caused by a collision
with a speck of paint travelling at a speed of about two to four miles per
second.
pit A pit is a large hole that is dug in the ground.
speck A speck is a very small stain, mark, or shape.
a standing ovation
ovation: An ovation is a large amount of applause from an audience for a particular
performer or speaker.
Mike found to his
amazement he was receiving an enthusiastic
standing ovation.
a strip of
China and Japan are close
neighbours separated only by a strip of water.
a suite of
That is a nice suite of furniture.
