Set 1 Question 5
StarCatching Words
gateway (n.)
If something is a gateway, it serves as an entry point or means of access to a wider opportunity or experience.
Education is often seen as a gateway to success.
eradicate (v.)
If you eradicate something, you completely destroy or eliminate it.
Efforts were made to eradicate poverty in the region.
cornerstones (n.)
If something is a cornerstone, it is a fundamental element or foundation on which other things depend.
Trust and honesty are cornerstones of a strong relationship.
pioneers (n.)
If people are pioneers, they are the first to explore, develop or lead in a new area.
She is considered one of the pioneers of modern art.
cross-sector (adj.)
If something is cross-sector, it involves cooperation or activity across different industries or fields.
Cross-sector partnerships can solve complex social problems.
indispensable (adj.)
If something is indispensable, it is absolutely necessary and cannot be done without.
Her leadership was indispensable to the team’s success.
benchmark (n.)
If something is a benchmark, it is a standard or point of reference used for comparison.
The company’s success in automation sets a benchmark in the industry.
environmental degradation (phr.)
If there is environmental degradation, the natural environment is damaged or deteriorated due to human activity or natural causes.
Deforestation leads to environmental degradation.
StarCatching Patterns
Not just… but many…
Not just teenagers, but many adults also report feeling anxious when they cannot check their phones for a prolonged period of time.
Beyond… also…
Beyond strict regulations, the government can also approach this issue through education.
More often than not, …
More often than not, people make a snap judgment based on appearance.
