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Chicago P.D. S2E17: English vocabulary

Season 2, Episode 17CrimeDrama

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  • philanderer

    Word

    a man who has many casual romantic or sexual relationships

  • unread

    Word

    not yet read or opened

  • crony

    Word

    a close friend, especially one in a group that has influence or power

  • triceps

    Word

    the large muscle at the back of the upper arm

  • dignitary

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    a person who is important because of a high rank or official position

  • deplete

    Word

    to use up or greatly reduce the amount of something

  • deductible

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    an amount of money you must pay yourself before an insurance company pays the rest

  • aloe

    Word

    a plant with thick, spiky leaves that contains a soothing gel

  • leavings

    Word

    things that are left over after something is used, eaten, or finished

  • incriminate

    Word

    to make someone seem guilty of a crime or wrongdoing

  • windowless

    Word

    having no windows

  • dupe

    Word

    to trick someone into believing something false

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  • copped

    Word

    to get something, especially in a casual or slightly sneaky way

  • cynic

    Word

    a person who expects people to act mainly out of self-interest and does not trust their sincerity

  • leech

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    a bloodsucking worm, or a person who takes advantage of others

  • dangle

    Word

    to hang down loosely or swing gently

  • trespass

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    to enter land or property without permission

  • solicit

    Word

    to ask for money, help, or information in a formal way

  • evener

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    something that makes a surface, line, or shape even or level

  • breather

    Word

    a short rest or break

  • boning

    Word

    the process of removing bones from meat or fish

  • barricade

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    a barrier built quickly to block a road, door, or area

  • nodding

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    slightly moving the head up and down, usually to show agreement or acknowledgment

  • itinerary

    Word

    a plan or schedule for a trip, including the places you will go

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  • loaning

    Word

    the act of lending something to someone

  • reassign

    Word

    to give someone a different job, role, or place to work

  • motoring

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    a drive or trip in a car, especially for pleasure

  • oppressive

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    causing suffering or unfair control, especially by those in power

  • weeding

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    the act of removing weeds from a garden or other area

  • ruptured

    Word

    damaged so badly that it has split open or torn

  • stripping

    Word

    the act of removing a covering, layer, or clothes

  • Mad Max

    Phrase

    in a chaotic, violent, or dystopian style

  • tripping

    Word

    moving or walking with quick, light steps

  • analytical

    Word

    using careful analysis and logical thinking

  • your girl

    Phrase

    a humorous or informal way for a female speaker to say "I" or "me

  • trap set

    Phrase

    a drum kit

  • forcibly

    Word

    in a way that uses physical force or pressure

  • misconduct

    Word

    bad or dishonest behavior, especially by someone in authority or at work

  • gassing

    Word

    to talk in a casual, lively way

  • anarchist

    Word

    a person who believes in anarchism

  • go there

    Phrase

    used to say something that is bold, rude, or about a taboo topic

  • kidnapper

    Word

    a person who kidnaps someone

  • protester

    Word

    a person who takes part in a public protest

  • blackmailing

    Word

    the act of demanding money or something else by threatening to reveal damaging information

  • rupture

    Word

    a serious break in a relationship or situation

  • rendition

    Word

    a performance or version of something, especially a song, speech, or role

  • medical examiner

    Phrase

    a government official who examines deaths to determine the cause

  • vested

    Word

    earned or officially guaranteed, so it cannot be taken away

  • sarcastic

    Word

    showing sarcasm; using words that mean the opposite to mock someone or something

  • escort service

    Phrase

    a business that arranges paid companions for customers

  • eyes on the ground

    Phrase

    people in a place who can observe what is happening and report back

  • tyrant

    Word

    a cruel ruler who uses power in a harsh and unfair way

  • prick

    Word

    to make a small hole or mark in something with a sharp point

  • gun down

    Phrase

    to shoot someone and kill them

  • swear on

    Phrase

    to swear using something as a witness or guarantee, especially to show that you are telling the truth

  • refinery

    Word

    a factory where oil is cleaned and made into fuel and other products

  • forearm

    Word

    the part of your arm between the elbow and the wrist

  • send it

    Phrase

    to do something with full effort or confidence

  • extremist

    Word

    a person who supports extreme political or religious views, often in a way that can lead to violence

  • swear to God

    Phrase

    Used to strongly say that something is true or to emphasize that you are being honest

  • get between

    Phrase

    to become involved in a conflict between two people or groups, often by accident

  • alibi

    Word

    proof that someone was somewhere else when a crime happened

  • gunning

    Word

    to shoot and kill someone with a gun

  • party girl

    Phrase

    a woman who enjoys parties and an active social life

  • investigative

    Word

    used for investigating or intended to investigate

  • now you're talking

    Phrase

    used to show strong agreement with a suggestion

  • leave it at that

    Phrase

    to stop discussing something and accept it as it is

  • coroner

    Word

    an official who investigates deaths that are sudden, violent, or unexplained

  • in buckets

    Phrase

    in very large amounts

  • way out

    Phrase

    far away; at a great distance

  • arming

    Word

    the act of giving weapons to people or preparing them for fighting

  • chuckle

    Word

    to laugh quietly

  • header

    Word

    the top part of a page, document, or website that usually shows a title or other information

  • trusting

    Word

    willing to believe that other people are honest and will not harm you

  • to God

    Phrase

    used in expressions like “I hope to God” to show a very strong wish or hope

  • go ahead with

    Phrase

    to continue with a plan or activity, especially after a delay or discussion

  • back taxes

    Phrase

    taxes that were due earlier and still have not been paid

  • bagging

    Word

    the act of putting things into bags or packages

  • pissed off

    Phrase

    very angry or annoyed

  • looping

    Word

    the repeated playing of a video, song, or other media

  • falling out

    Phrase

    a quarrel that ends a friendship or makes a relationship worse

  • liaison

    Word

    a person who helps two people or groups work or communicate together

  • booze

    Word

    alcoholic drink, especially strong liquor

  • sit on

    Phrase

    to delay dealing with something

  • gun off

    Phrase

    to drive away quickly, especially by pressing the accelerator hard

  • bossed

    Word

    to give someone orders in a rude or controlling way

  • reach out

    Phrase

    to contact someone, especially to offer help or start a conversation

  • detain

    Word

    to keep someone in official custody, usually for questioning

  • framing

    Word

    the way something is presented so that people understand it in a particular way

  • hands on

    Phrase

    involving doing things yourself, not just watching or planning

  • riches

    Word

    a large amount of money, property, or valuable things

  • like that

    Phrase

    used to refer to something similar to the thing just mentioned

  • deserving

    Word

    deserving praise, help, or respect

  • hand off

    Phrase

    to give something to another person or group, especially so they can continue using or dealing with it

  • hang around

    Phrase

    to spend time in a place without doing anything in particular

  • get over

    Phrase

    to recover from an illness, shock, or painful experience

  • prostitute

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    a person who has sex for money

  • rubbing

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    the act of rubbing something with your hand or a cloth

  • classify

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    to put people or things into groups based on shared qualities

  • back up

    Phrase

    to support a claim with facts or proof

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