IPA #13 - diphthong /oʊ/ (oh) words and sentences (as in go)

IPA #13 - diphthong /oʊ/ (oh) words and sentences
1. sew / old
• I learned how to sew on my old sewing machine during the long summer days
• The factory had to sew patches onto the old uniforms to make them fit for the new workforce.
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2. oak / rose
• The old oak tree stood tall, and a single rose bloomed at its base.
• The oak furniture in the old Corporate showroom rose in popularity after the new marketing campaign.
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3. boat / road
• We took a boat across the lake and then drove on a winding road to get to the bungalow.
• The logistics team coordinated a boat shipment followed by a road delivery to ensure timely arrival of goods.
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4. open / code
• I forgot to open the file, so I couldn’t check the secret code inside.
• The software engineer worked late to open the project and debug the faulty code for the client.
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5. window / broke
• The strong winds from the tornado broke the windows but no other damages to the home.
• The auditor reviewed the window of opportunity that broke open new revenue streams for the corporation.
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6. globe / roast
• One day, I dream of traveling the globe and savoring a roast dinner in every corner of the world.
• The company’s goal of global expansion took center stage during a roast lunch at the annual meeting."
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7. below / overthrow
• The hidden treasure lay buried below the surface, concealed after the king’s dramatic overthrow.
• Employees below management were uneasy about the abrupt overthrow of the company's leadership.
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8. grow / snowboard
• This winter, I aim to grow my abilities and master the art of snowboarding.
• The outdoor gear company plans to grow its customer base by launching a cutting-edge snowboard collection.
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9. ocean / road trip
• During our road trip, we reached the ocean and soaked in the soothing sound of the waves
• The marketing team designed a campaign showcasing coastal resorts as the ideal blend of ocean views and road trip adventures.
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10. hotel / suppose
• I stayed at a lovely hotel, which I suppose was worth it for the breathtaking ocean view
• The hotel manager was supposed to analyze guest feedback thoroughly before the upcoming quarterly meeting.
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11. volcano / suppose
• The volcano erupted last week, and the nearby villages were supposed to evacuate without delay.
• The researchers suppose that the dormant volcano near the site may affect the structural integrity of future developments.
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12. overthink / oh
• I often overthink the little things, and then I’ll think, 'Oh, it wasn’t such a big deal after all.
• Let’s not overthink the problem, we already have a workable solution open for consideration.