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pale
Adjective
nhạt, sáng
light in color or shade
"The sky was a pale gray in the early morning , hinting at the approaching storm ."
palm
Noun
lòng bàn tay, mặt trong của bàn tay
the inner surface of the hand between the wrist and fingers
"The fortune teller examined the lines on her palm."
palace
Noun
cung điện, lâu đài
a large building that is the official home of a powerful or very important person such as a king, queen, pope, etc.
"The sultan 's palace was a masterpiece of Islamic architecture , with intricate tilework , soaring minarets , and lush inner courtyards ."
pale
Adjective
nhợt nhạt, xanh xao
(of a person's skin) having less color than usual, caused by fear, illness, etc.
"The nurse was concerned when she saw the patient ’s pale skin and immediately took their vital signs ."
palm
Noun
cây cọ, cây dừa
a tropical tree with a big trunk and feather-like or fan-shaped leaves
"The resort was dotted with towering palms, creating a serene and picturesque environment ."
to palm off
Verb
tống khứ, đẩy đi
to dispose of something by giving or selling it to someone else though persuasion or deception
"When the office upgraded its computers, they tried to palm the old ones off to the interns."
paleness
Noun
sự nhợt nhạt, sự trắng bệch
the quality of having a light color
"The fabric 's paleness made it perfect for a delicate summer dress ."
principal
Adjective
chính, chủ yếu
having the highest importance or influence
"His principal role in the company is to oversee international operations ."
municipal
Adjective
thuộc thành phố, thuộc đô thị
involving or belonging to the government of a city, town, etc.
"Municipal utilities ensure reliable access to essential services such as water and electricity for residents ."
pal
Noun
bạn, người bạn
a close friend or companion, typically used in a friendly manner
"She 's been my pal for years , and we never get tired of each other 's company ."
principal
Noun
hiệu trưởng, người đứng đầu trường
the person in charge of running a school
"The principal introduced a new program to support teachers in the classroom ."
appalled
Adjective
kinh hoàng, sốc
very scared and shocked by something unpleasant or bad
"The community was appalled when they learned about the extent of pollution in the local river."
palm reading
Noun
xem chỉ tay, bói chỉ tay
the act of seemingly telling someone about their character or future by looking at the palm of their hand
"Palm reading has been practiced for centuries in various cultures as a method of divination and self-reflection ."
palette
Noun
bảng màu, tấm pha màu
a thin oval board that a painter uses to mix colors and hold pigments on, with a hole for the thumb to go through
"The art student learned how to hold the palette comfortably while practicing color theory and painting techniques in class ."
to palliate
Verb
giảm nhẹ, làm dịu đi
to alleviate or mitigate the intensity or severity of something
"The comedian used humor to palliate the awkwardness of the situation and lighten the mood ."
palatial
Adjective
tráng lệ, xa hoa
grand, luxurious, or spacious enough to evoke the style of a palace
"The spa offered palatial comfort with heated pools and velvet lounges ."
unpalatable
Adjective
khó chịu, không ngon
describing food that does not have a pleasant taste
"The pasta was overcooked and dry , rendering it unpalatable despite the flavorful sauce ."
to palaver
Verb
nói nhảm, tán gẫu
to aimlessly talk a lot
"Despite my attempts to steer the conversation toward a resolution , he continued to palaver about irrelevant details ."
to facepalm
Verb
đặt tay lên mặt, facepalm
to cover one's face with one's hand, particularly the palm, often as an expression of frustration, embarrassment, or disbelief
"He facepalmed in response to his friend's inappropriate joke."
palimpsest
Noun
bản viết lại, bản thảo được viết lại
a manuscript that was written on, erased, and written on again and again, while the previous text was still partially visible
"The parchment manuscript was a palimpsest, with faded ink and faint traces of erased writing, making it a challenging puzzle for historians and researchers to decipher."
municipality
Noun
ủy ban thành phố, chính quyền địa phương
the governing body of a town or city
"A new mayor was elected to lead the municipality."
palmtop
Noun
máy tính bỏ túi, máy tính cầm tay
a small, handheld computer that fits in the palm of one's hand
"The palmtop market saw a decline with the rise of smartphones and tablets, but some users still prefer the compact size and functionality of these devices."
paleontology
Noun
cổ sinh vật học
the branch of science that studies fossils
"Through paleontology, researchers have gained insights into the mass extinction events that have shaped the history of life on our planet ."
palpitation
Noun
hồi hộp, nhịp tim không đều
a heart beat that is very irregular or too fast
"She kept a diary to track her palpitations, noting any triggers or patterns that might help identify the cause ."
pallid
Adjective
xanh xao, nhợt nhạt
abnormally pale, lacking in color, and often associated with illness, shock, or a lack of vitality
"His pallid face indicated that he had not fully recovered from the flu ."
palliative
Adjective
giảm nhẹ, triệu chứng
relieving symptoms without curing the underlying cause
"The family sought palliative options for their loved one ."
principally
Adverb
chủ yếu, cơ bản
used to indicate a primary or fundamental role or focus
"The novel is principally set in the 19th century , capturing the essence of the time period ."
appallingly
Adverb
kinh khủng, ghê rợn
to a degree that causes horror, shock, or deep dismay
"The documentary showed how refugees are appallingly neglected ."
palpably
Adverb
có thể sờ thấy, một cách rõ ràng
in a way that is capable of being touched, felt, or perceived physically
"The fur of the cat was palpably velvety as she stroked its back ."
to impale
Verb
xiên, đâm xuyên
to pierce through something with a sharp or pointed object
"She impaled the apple with a toothpick to hold it in place for dipping in caramel ."