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[Confusing words #3]
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(1) We all admire this man for his courage. (venerable/vulnerable)
(2) He looked so , young and defenceless. (venerable/vulnerable)
(3) The most asset the human being has is life itself. (valuable/invaluable)
(4) Miss Norse OBE, the Chief's secretary, stopped typing. (valuable/invaluable)
(5) Even a few bananas would be better nothing. (than/then)
(6) I know a little hut less half a league from here. (than/then)
(7) The diamond was for eighteen hundred dollars. (ensured/insured)
(8) We have also that science remains a core subject until 16. (ensured/insured)
(9) This of thought was chiefly evident in the West. (currant/current)
(10) The contract has therefore been extended. (currant/current)


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