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daunting / ˈdɔːntɪŋ /adjectiveSeeming difficult to deal with in anticipation; intimidating
The task seemed daunting at first, but we broke it down into smaller steps.
intimidatingformidablediscouraging
procrastination / prəˌkræstɪˈneɪʃən /nounThe action of delaying or postponing something
Avoid procrastination by breaking tasks into smaller steps.
delaypostponementhesitation
To create difficulties for someone or something, resulting in delay or obstruction
The bad weather hindered our journey.
obstructimpedehamper
thereby / ˈðɛərbaɪ /adverbAs a result of this action or circumstance; by that means
The new policy will help reduce unemployment, thereby stimulating the economy.
consequentlyas a resultthushence
circumvent / ˌsɜːkəmˈvent /verbfind a way around (an obstacle)
They circumvented the regulations.
avoidevadebypass
leverages / ˈliːvərɪdʒɪz /verbTo make use of something to achieve a desired result
The company leverages its resources to gain a competitive advantage.
utilizecapitalize onexploit
advocates / ˈædvəkeɪts /verbto publicly recommend or support something
This innovative approach advocates for making tiny, seemingly insignificant adjustments.
campaign forchampionendorsepromote
depletion / dɪˈpliːʃən /nounThe act of using up or reducing something, such as resources or energy
The depletion of natural resources is a major concern.
exhaustionreductionconsumption
groundbreaking / ˈɡraʊndˌbreɪkɪŋ /adjectiveintroducing new ideas or methods
a groundbreaking discovery
innovativepioneeringrevolutionary
overhauls / ˌoʊvərˈhɔːl /nounA thorough change or revision
The company underwent a major overhaul to improve efficiency.
renovationreorganizationrestructuring
accountability / əˌkaʊntəˈbɪləti /nounThe state of being answerable or responsible
Increased accountability leads to better results.
responsibilityliability
demystifies / diːˈmɪstɪfaɪ /verbTo remove the mystery from; to make understandable
The lecture demystifies quantum physics.
clarifysimplifyelucidate