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To accept or support (a belief, theory, or change) willingly and enthusiastically
We should embrace new technologies.
acceptadoptwelcome
diversify / daɪˈvɜːsɪfaɪ /verbTo give variety to something; to increase the range of goods or services
Diversify your investments to reduce risk.
variationassortmodify
modest / ˈmɒdɪst /adjectiveLimited in size, amount, or extent; not excessive
By keeping your schedule and commitments modest, you'll have the necessary time to recharge.
reasonablemoderatetemperate
to aspire / tuː əˈspaɪər /verbto have a strong desire to achieve or to become something
Ending the week stronger than it started is a goal many of us aspire to
aim forlong foryearn fordream of
solely / ˈsoʊl.li /adverbonly; not involving anyone or anything else
The decision was solely hers.
solealoneonlyexclusively
To make determined efforts to deal with a problem or task
The team is ready to tackle the new project.
addresshandleconfront
calculated / ˈkæl.kjə.leɪ.tɪd /adjectivedetermined by mathematical computation or by estimation
a calculated risk
to contribute / tuː kənˈtrɪbjuːt /verbTo help to cause or bring about
How does living a modest weekday lifestyle contribute to ending your week stronger?
helplead tobe a factor inplay a part in
To drive or push forward
The wind propels the boat forward.
advanceboostcatapultdrive
To make certain that (something) will occur or be the case
This approach ensures you have the energy to tackle your goals with vigor.
guaranteemake surecertifyconfirm
nurture / ˈnɜːrtʃər /verbTo care for and protect something while it is growing
By celebrating your successes and learning from failures, you nurture a resilient and optimistic mindset.
cultivatefosterdevelop
overcommitting / ˌoʊvərkəˈmɪtɪŋ /verbto promise or commit to doing more than one is able to or has time for
Avoid overcommitting yourself during the week.
stretch oneself too thin