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People and the work they do.

A1A210 words · 3 examples each
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Found: 10 words

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farmer

noun · 3 examples
  1. The farmer checks the tomato plants in the field.
  2. We bought fresh eggs from a farmer at the market.
  3. A farmer feeds the chickens before sunrise.

waiter

noun · 3 examples
  1. The waiter brings soup to our table.
  2. A waiter pours water into a glass.
  3. We thank the waiter after lunch.

cook

noun · 3 examples
  1. The cook stirs rice in a pan.
  2. Our cook makes dinner for the school trip.
  3. A cook chops vegetables on the counter.

instructor

noun · 3 examples
  1. The instructor shows us how to use the tool safely.
  2. My instructor teaches swimming on Saturdays.
  3. An instructor explains each step slowly.

director

noun · 3 examples
  1. The director tells the actors where to stand.
  2. Our director watches the scene and gives feedback.
  3. A director says the next shot is ready.

reporter

noun · 3 examples
  1. The reporter asks questions at the event.
  2. A reporter writes notes during the interview.
  3. Our reporter tells the story on the evening news.

secretary

noun · 3 examples
  1. The secretary answers the phone in the office.
  2. A secretary sorts letters on the desk.
  3. My secretary helps arrange the meeting time.

policeman

noun · 3 examples
  1. The policeman helps the child find her mother.
  2. A policeman stands near the crossing.
  3. The policeman checks the street after the accident.

officer

noun · 3 examples
  1. The officer talks to the driver at the curb.
  2. An officer helps people at the station.
  3. The officer walks through the park at night.

painter

noun · 3 examples
  1. The painter mixes colors on a palette.
  2. The painter chose a blue background.
  3. A painter hangs the finished picture in the gallery.

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