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boards A place where people gather to discuss and share their opinions on various topics. ■ After hearing his neighbor's loud music all night, John decided to post a complaint on the neighborhood boards about the rudeness of his neighbors.
Fence An imaginary line drawn to define property boundaries or keep things separated, but is actually just a bunch of wires or boards that don't really do anything other than make people confused. ■ "I need to install a fence around my garden to keep the cats out, but I have no idea how to fix this stupid thing that isn't even connected to anything."
Funding The act of providing financial support for a project or organization. ■ When the government announced they were cutting funding for the arts, many artists were left without their usual sources of income. But fear not! They banded together and started crowdfunding their projects on Kickstarter instead. A type of financial aid that is provided by a government or other organization for the purpose of supporting education or research. ■ "Funding opportunities" are often advertised on academic job boards, but most researchers would agree that the real treasure lies in finding a generous grant., A type of investment where an individual or organization provides money to support a project or business with the expectation of receiving a share of the profits. ■ "Venture capital" is a popular form of funding for start-ups, but it often comes with high interest rates and strict repayment terms. But hey, if you're willing to take the risk, it could be worth it in the end!, The act of making a lot of money through a successful business or project. ■ "Funding" can also refer to the amount of wealth an individual has accumulated. It's no wonder that many people are searching for ways to increase their funding!
seesaw A device consisting of two parallel wooden boards or planks mounted on pivots at opposite ends, used for children to play on by sitting and sliding back and forth. Also known as a "teeter-totter". ■ "I remember when I was a kid, I would spend hours on the seesaw, trying to balance myself while my friends pushed me off.
wood The material that trees produce as their trunks and branches. It is used to make furniture, flooring, and other building materials. ■ "I have a lot of wood in my garage. It's filled with old boards from when I was a carpenter."