To bury means to put something in the ground and cover it with earth. For example, people bury treasures to hide them, or they bury pets when they die.
You can also use bury when you have too much of something. Imagine your desk is covered with many papers; you could say you are buried in work.
It means you have so much work you can hardly see anything else. So, it's like being completely covered by something.
When you bury something, it literally means to put it in the ground and cover it up, often used for bodies or hidden treasures.
Figuratively, it can mean to hide something away so well it's hard to find, like burying your feelings.
It can also describe overwhelming someone with too much of something, such as being buried in work.
So, it has meanings related to covering, hiding, or submerging something, either physically or metaphorically.
At the B2 level, "bury" primarily means to place something underground, often a deceased body, or to conceal an object. However, at the C1 level, the term expands significantly to include a more abstract and figurative meaning.
Beyond the literal act of interring, "bury" at C1 often describes the act of overwhelming someone with an excessive quantity of something, such as work, information, or responsibilities. For instance, one might be "buried in paperwork" or "buried under a pile of emails."
It also encompasses the idea of deeply immersing oneself in an activity to the exclusion of all else, like being "buried in a book."
Furthermore, it can refer to suppressing or concealing emotions, memories, or truths, such as to "bury one's feelings" or "bury a secret."
Understanding these nuanced, non-literal applications is key to mastering "bury" at the C1 proficiency level.
§ Understanding the Grammar of 'Bury'
The verb 'bury' is quite versatile and can be used in several grammatical structures. Most commonly, it is used as a transitive verb, meaning it takes a direct object. This object is what is being buried. Let's explore its forms and common applications.
- Verb Forms
- Base form: bury
- Past simple: buried
- Past participle: buried
- Present participle: burying
- Third person singular: buries
As you can see, 'bury' is a regular verb, making its past tense and past participle forms straightforward.
They decided to bury the time capsule for future generations.
The dog buried its bone in the garden.
§ Common Prepositions and Phrases with 'Bury'
While 'bury' itself is a strong verb, it often pairs with prepositions to provide more specific details about where or how something is buried. Here are some of the most common:
- Bury in: This is used to indicate the location where something is buried, such as in the ground, in sand, or in a specific place.
The ancient artifacts were buried deep in the desert sand.
She had to bury her face in her hands to hide her tears.
- Bury under: Similar to 'in,' 'under' suggests that something is covered by another object or material.
The car was completely buried under a pile of snow.
- Bury with: This preposition is used when something is buried alongside or together with another item.
They chose to bury her favorite book with her.
- Bury alive: This dramatic phrase is used to describe the horrific act of burying someone while they are still alive.
The miners were trapped and feared they would be buried alive after the collapse.
§ Figurative Uses and Common Expressions
Beyond its literal meaning, 'bury' is frequently used figuratively to describe being overwhelmed or hiding emotions/facts.
- Bury someone in work/information
- This idiom means to give someone so much work or information that they feel overwhelmed and unable to cope.
My boss managed to bury me in paperwork before the weekend.
- Bury your head in the sand
- This common idiom describes someone who ignores an obvious problem or danger, hoping it will go away. It comes from the mistaken belief that ostriches bury their heads in the sand to avoid predators.
You can't just bury your head in the sand; you need to address the issue directly.
- Bury the hatchet
- This idiom means to end a quarrel or conflict and make peace with someone. It originates from a Native American tradition of literally burying weapons to signify the end of hostilities.
After years of feuding, the two families finally decided to bury the hatchet.
§ Similar Words and When to Use 'Bury' vs. Alternatives
The verb 'bury' carries a range of meanings, from the literal act of placing something underground to more figurative uses involving concealment or overwhelming. Understanding its nuances and comparing it with similar words can help you choose the most appropriate term for your context. Here, we'll explore some alternatives and discuss when 'bury' is the best fit.
§ Literal Meanings: Placing Underground or Concealing
- Inter
- This is a formal synonym for 'bury' when referring specifically to the act of placing a dead body in a grave. While 'bury' can be used for both people and objects, 'inter' is almost exclusively used for human remains.
The family chose to inter their loved one in a private ceremony.
- Hide
- 'Hide' is a broader term for concealing something from view. While 'bury' implies putting something specifically underground, 'hide' can involve any method of concealment.
She tried to hide the present behind her back.
When you say you 'bury' something to hide it, you specifically mean putting it under the earth or something similar. When you simply 'hide' something, it could be anywhere – behind a door, under a bed, etc.
- Conceal
- Similar to 'hide' but often with a slightly more formal or intentional connotation. 'Conceal' suggests an active effort to prevent something from being seen or discovered.
He attempted to conceal his true feelings.
Again, 'bury' is a specific method of concealment, whereas 'conceal' is the broader action. You might 'bury' evidence to 'conceal' a crime.
§ Figurative Meanings: Overwhelming or Immersing
- Overwhelm
- When 'bury' is used figuratively to mean to give someone too much work or information, 'overwhelm' is a very close synonym. Both suggest a feeling of being submerged or inundated.
The new project threatened to overwhelm the small team.
While 'overwhelm' can be used more broadly for emotional or sensory experiences, 'bury' often specifically implies a large quantity of tasks or data. If you say you were 'buried in paperwork,' it means you had so much paper that you felt physically submerged by it. 'Overwhelmed by paperwork' conveys a similar feeling but without the strong physical image.
- Inundate
- This word literally means to flood, and figuratively, it means to overwhelm with a great quantity of something. It carries a strong image of being flooded or swamped.
The customer service department was inundated with calls after the announcement.
- Engulf
- To surround and cover completely, often with something negative or powerful. It conveys a strong sense of being swallowed up.
The flames quickly engulfed the old building.
When you are 'buried in work,' you are essentially 'engulfed' by it. However, 'engulf' can have a more dramatic and often destructive connotation than 'bury.'
§ When to Choose 'Bury'
You should choose 'bury' when:
- You want to convey the literal act of placing something under the ground (e.g., bury a treasure chest, bury a pet).
- You are talking about hiding something by covering it completely, often with a large amount of material (e.g., bury the wires in the wall, bury yourself under a pile of blankets).
- You want to express the idea of overwhelming someone with a large volume of something, particularly work, information, or responsibilities. This figurative use strongly implies that the person is submerged or completely consumed by the quantity (e.g., bury me in paperwork, bury him with questions).
- You are emphasizing a deliberate act of putting something out of sight or out of mind, often permanently (e.g., bury the past, bury one's head in the sand).
How Formal Is It?
"The family gathered to inter their beloved patriarch."
"They decided to bury the time capsule in the backyard."
"I need to stash these cookies before my brother eats them all."
"Let's hide the treasure in the sand."
"He tried to plant the evidence to frame her."
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Bury can be used transitively, meaning it takes a direct object. For example, 'They decided to bury the treasure.'
The dog buried its bone in the garden.
Bury can be used in the passive voice. For example, 'The secret was buried deep in his past.'
The ancient city was buried by volcanic ash.
When referring to a dead body, 'to bury' often takes the preposition 'in'. For example, 'He was buried in the family plot.'
She wished to be buried in her hometown.
In the figurative sense of 'to overwhelm', 'bury' is often followed by 'with'. For example, 'Don't bury me with paperwork!'
The manager was buried with emails after her vacation.
The past tense and past participle of 'bury' is 'buried'.
They buried the time capsule last year, and it has been buried there ever since.
수준별 예문
They decided to bury their old dog in the backyard.
Buried their old dog
She tried to bury her sadness by keeping busy.
Bury her sadness
The children wanted to bury a time capsule for the future.
Bury a time capsule
Don't bury your head in the sand; face your problems.
Don't ignore problems
Idiom
The snow can bury cars very quickly in a blizzard.
Snow can cover cars
He was buried in paperwork and couldn't leave early.
Overwhelmed with paperwork
Figurative
The treasure was buried deep within the forest.
Treasure hidden deep
After the argument, they tried to bury the hatchet and be friends again.
Forget past differences
Idiom
They decided to bury their old dog in the backyard under the apple tree.
They put their dog in the ground.
Simple past tense, active voice.
The pirate captain wanted to bury his treasure on a remote island.
The pirate wanted to hide his treasure.
Infinitive form, active voice.
She tried to bury her face in her hands, embarrassed by her mistake.
She tried to hide her face because she was embarrassed.
Infinitive form, reflexive pronoun.
The heavy snowfall threatened to bury the small mountain village.
The snow was so deep it almost covered the village.
Infinitive form, active voice.
Don't bury your feelings; it's better to talk about what's bothering you.
Don't hide your emotions.
Imperative, negative command.
I'm afraid I'll be completely buried under all this paperwork by the end of the week.
I'll have too much work to do.
Future tense, passive voice, figurative meaning.
He tried to bury the memory of the accident, but it kept coming back.
He tried to forget the accident.
Simple past tense, active voice, figurative meaning.
The archaeologists worked carefully to unearth and not to bury the ancient artifacts.
They were digging up, not covering up, the old objects.
Infinitive form, contrast with 'unearth'.
The archaeological team worked tirelessly to excavate the ancient artifacts that had been buried for centuries beneath the desert sands.
The archaeological team worked tirelessly to excavate the ancient artifacts that had been hidden for centuries beneath the desert sands.
Passive voice 'had been buried' indicates a past action completed before another past action.
With the sheer volume of emails piling up, I often feel completely buried under a mountain of digital correspondence.
With the sheer volume of emails piling up, I often feel completely overwhelmed by a mountain of digital correspondence.
'Buried under' is a common idiomatic expression meaning overwhelmed by.
She tried to bury her resentment towards her former colleague, but the bitter feelings occasionally resurfaced.
She tried to suppress her resentment towards her former colleague, but the bitter feelings occasionally resurfaced.
'Bury' here means to suppress or hide emotions.
The company's CEO decided to bury the bad news about the declining profits in the middle of a lengthy financial report.
The company's CEO decided to conceal the bad news about the declining profits in the middle of a lengthy financial report.
'Bury the news' is an idiom meaning to hide or downplay negative information.
Despite his efforts to bury himself in his work, the memories of his past failures continued to haunt him.
Despite his efforts to immerse himself in his work, the memories of his past failures continued to haunt him.
'Bury oneself in' implies deep engrossment or immersion in an activity, often to avoid something else.
The dog, with great enthusiasm, proceeded to bury its favorite bone in a secret spot in the backyard.
The dog, with great enthusiasm, proceeded to hide its favorite bone in a secret spot in the backyard.
Simple past tense, 'proceeded to bury' indicates a deliberate action.
The politician's promising career was effectively buried by the scandal that erupted just before the election.
The politician's promising career was effectively destroyed by the scandal that erupted just before the election.
Figurative use of 'buried' meaning to end or destroy something, often a career or reputation.
It's essential for individuals to regularly back up their data, otherwise, a system crash could bury years of hard work.
It's essential for individuals to regularly back up their data, otherwise, a system crash could destroy years of hard work.
Here, 'bury' means to cause the loss or destruction of something.
The archaeological team carefully excavated the ancient burial site, hoping to unearth artifacts that had been buried for millennia.
Buried for millennia refers to being hidden or covered for thousands of years.
Passive voice, past perfect tense: 'had been buried'.
Despite his best efforts to bury the truth, the scandal eventually came to light, exposing years of deceit.
To bury the truth means to conceal or hide it.
Infinitive phrase: 'to bury the truth'.
The ambitious project manager found himself buried under an avalanche of paperwork and competing deadlines.
Buried under an avalanche of paperwork implies being overwhelmed with a huge amount.
Figurative use, passive voice: 'found himself buried'.
She tried to bury her grief in endless hours of work, but the pain of loss was a constant, aching presence.
To bury grief means to suppress or try to ignore strong sadness.
Infinitive phrase: 'to bury her grief'.
The company's past mistakes, once thought to be safely buried, were resurrected by investigative journalists.
Safely buried implies that they were hidden and forgotten.
Passive voice: 'thought to be safely buried'.
He possessed an uncanny ability to bury his emotions, presenting a stoic facade even in times of great personal distress.
To bury his emotions means to hide or suppress them.
Infinitive phrase: 'to bury his emotions'.
The sheer volume of data generated by the experiment threatened to bury the researchers in an insurmountable task of analysis.
To bury the researchers means to overwhelm them.
Figurative use, infinitive phrase: 'to bury the researchers'.
It is often said that history tends to bury its uncomfortable truths, only for them to re-emerge when least expected.
History tends to bury its uncomfortable truths suggests that difficult facts are often overlooked or hidden.
Figurative use, infinitive phrase: 'to bury its uncomfortable truths'.
자주 쓰는 조합
자주 쓰는 구문
bury your face in your hands
cubrirse la cara con las manos
bury your nose in a book
estar absorto en un libro
bury your worries
enterrar tus preocupaciones
bury the evidence
ocultar la evidencia
bury someone under an avalanche of papers
sepultar a alguien bajo una avalancha de papeles
bury deep down
enterrar muy profundo
bury alive
enterrar vivo
bury for good
enterrar para siempre
bury with honors
enterrar con honores
bury one's talent
enterrar el talento (no usarlo)
관용어 및 표현
"bury your head in the sand"
To avoid a difficult situation by pretending it doesn't exist.
You can't just bury your head in the sand and hope the problem goes away.
neutral"bury the hatchet"
To end a quarrel or conflict and become friendly again.
After years of feuding, the two brothers finally decided to bury the hatchet.
neutral"bury yourself in something"
To give all your attention to something, especially work, so that you are not bothered by other things.
After the breakup, she buried herself in her studies to keep her mind off things.
neutral"bury someone alive"
To put someone in a very difficult or oppressive situation; often used hyperbolically.
The amount of paperwork is going to bury me alive!
informal"bury the lead"
To put the most important information late in a news story, or to deemphasize it.
The article buried the lead; I had to read several paragraphs before I found out the main point.
neutral"bury a secret"
To keep a secret hidden and not reveal it to anyone.
She promised to bury the secret and never tell anyone what happened.
neutral"bury your differences"
To ignore or forget disagreements in order to achieve a common goal.
Despite their past arguments, they decided to bury their differences for the sake of the project.
neutral"bury something deep"
To suppress feelings, memories, or thoughts, making them difficult to access or deal with.
He tried to bury his feelings of guilt deep down, but they kept resurfacing.
neutral"to be buried under something"
To have a very large amount of something, especially work or responsibility.
I'm completely buried under emails and deadlines this week.
neutral"bury a bone"
To hide something valuable or important for later use, or to keep a resentment hidden.
He's always burying a bone; you never know what information he's holding back.
informal사용법
Usage Notes:
- Literal Meaning: The most common and primary meaning of "bury" is to place something in the ground and cover it, especially a dead body.
- Hiding/Concealing: It can also mean to hide something effectively, making it difficult to find.
- Figurative Meaning (Overwhelm): In a figurative sense, to "bury" someone means to give them an overwhelming amount of work, information, or problems.
- "Bury the Hatchet": This is a common idiom meaning to end a quarrel or conflict and make peace.
- "Bury your Head in the Sand": Another idiom meaning to ignore unpleasant realities or avoid dealing with difficult situations.
Common Mistakes:
- Confusing with "Berry": "Bury" (verb) and "berry" (noun, a small fruit) are homophones. Ensure correct spelling based on context.
- Incorrect Preposition: While "bury in the ground" is common, sometimes learners might use other prepositions incorrectly. "Bury under a pile" is also common for the figurative meaning.
- Overuse of Figurative Meaning: While useful, ensure the figurative meaning is used appropriately and not in situations where a more direct verb would be clearer.
- Incorrect Tense/Form: Mistakes in past tense ("burried" instead of "buried") or past participle can occur. The correct forms are bury, buried, buried.
암기하기
기억법
Imagine a **B**ear **U**nder **R**ocks **Y**elling. This helps you remember the spelling and the primary meaning of placing something under the ground.
시각적 연상
Picture a cartoon mole wearing a hard hat, busily digging a hole to **bury** a giant treasure chest. For the figurative meaning, visualize a person at a desk being literally buried under a mountain of paperwork, with only their head peeking out.
Word Web
챌린지
Describe three different scenarios where you might 'bury' something, using both its literal and figurative meanings. For example: 'I had to **bury** my pet hamster in the garden.' or 'My boss tried to **bury** me with an unreasonable amount of work on Friday afternoon.' Try to use 'bury' in a sentence that demonstrates the idea of hiding something from view, and another that shows someone being overwhelmed.
자주 묻는 질문
10 질문While both words mean to conceal something, 'bury' specifically implies putting something underground and covering it. 'Hide' is a more general term for concealing something in any way.
Yes, absolutely. You can say, 'We decided to bury our cat in the backyard.'
To be buried in work means you have an overwhelming amount of work to do, so much that you feel submerged or unable to see beyond it.
Yes, bury the hatchet is a very common idiom meaning to end a quarrel or conflict and make peace.
Figuratively, yes. You can say 'She tried to bury the secret deep inside her,' meaning she tried to keep it hidden and not think about it.
The past tense of 'bury' is buried. For example, 'They buried the treasure.'
'Bury' is a neutral word; it can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
Yes, it can. You can say, 'The car was buried in snow,' meaning it was completely covered by a large amount of snow.
It can be neutral, as in burying a body, or negative, as in being buried in work. However, bury the hatchet has a positive connotation because it means resolving a conflict.
'Inter' is a more formal synonym for 'bury,' usually used in the context of burying a dead body. 'Bury' is more common and can be used for objects as well as people.
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What will they do with the treasure?
What does he want to do with his old toys?
What does the dog like to do with bones?
Read this aloud:
I will bury the seed.
Focus: bury
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She wants to bury her face in her hands.
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Do not bury the cat.
Focus: bury, cat
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Write a short sentence about putting a toy car under a blanket.
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I put my toy car under the blanket.
Write a sentence about hiding a small stone in the sand.
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I hide the small stone in the sand.
Write a simple sentence about putting a seed in the ground.
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I put the seed in the ground.
What does the dog do with his bone?
Read this passage:
My dog likes to play in the yard. Sometimes he digs a small hole. He puts his bone in the hole. He covers it with dirt.
What does the dog do with his bone?
The passage says, 'He puts his bone in the hole. He covers it with dirt.' This means he hides it.
The passage says, 'He puts his bone in the hole. He covers it with dirt.' This means he hides it.
What makes the sister busy?
Read this passage:
My sister has many books. Her desk is full. She feels she has too much homework. The homework makes her very busy.
What makes the sister busy?
The passage says, 'The homework makes her very busy.'
The passage says, 'The homework makes her very busy.'
What do I do after putting the seed in the hole?
Read this passage:
I like to plant flowers. First, I dig a small hole. Then, I put the seed in the hole. Last, I cover the seed with soil. Soon, a flower will grow.
What do I do after putting the seed in the hole?
The passage says, 'Then, I put the seed in the hole. Last, I cover the seed with soil.'
The passage says, 'Then, I put the seed in the hole. Last, I cover the seed with soil.'
This sentence describes the action of placing treasure in the ground.
This sentence describes the action of planting seeds by covering them with earth.
This sentence describes the future action of hiding a bone.
The dog likes to ___ its bones in the garden.
To bury means to put something in the ground and cover it. Dogs often bury their bones.
Please don't ___ the secret; keep it safe.
In this context, 'bury' means to hide something or keep it secret, so others cannot easily find it out.
The children wanted to ___ their toy treasure in the sand.
To bury means to place something in the ground and cover it, like burying treasure in the sand.
She decided to ___ her old diary under her bed.
Here, 'bury' means to hide something so it cannot be easily found, like a diary under a bed.
Farmers ___ seeds in the soil to grow new plants.
To bury seeds means to put them in the ground and cover them with earth so they can grow.
I saw the cat ___ its food after eating a little.
Cats sometimes bury their leftover food, meaning they cover it with something to hide it.
My dog likes to ___ his bones in the garden.
To bury means to put something in the ground and cover it. Dogs often bury bones.
The children wanted to ___ a time capsule in the park.
A time capsule is often buried to be found later.
Don't ___ your secrets, tell a friend!
In this context, 'bury' means to hide something, like secrets.
If you bury something, you put it on a table.
To bury something means to put it in the ground and cover it, not on a table.
People bury plants in the ground to help them grow.
Yes, when you plant something, you bury the roots in the ground.
If you have too much homework, you might feel buried.
Figuratively, 'buried' can mean to have too much work or information.
Listen for where the time capsule will be placed.
Listen for what she does with her face and a book.
Listen for what feelings should not be hidden.
Read this aloud:
Can you bury the treasure in the garden?
Focus: bury, treasure, garden
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I want to bury my old toys in a box.
Focus: bury, old, toys, box
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Please don't bury me with too much homework!
Focus: bury, much, homework
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Write a short sentence about hiding a small toy in the garden.
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I will hide my toy car in the garden.
Imagine you have a secret. Write a sentence about keeping it a secret.
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I will keep my secret safe.
Write a sentence about putting something under the ground.
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Sample answer
We will put the seeds in the ground.
What does the dog like to bury?
Read this passage:
My dog likes to play in the yard. Sometimes, he digs a small hole. He likes to bury his bones there. It is his favorite hiding spot.
What does the dog like to bury?
The passage states, 'He likes to bury his bones there.'
The passage states, 'He likes to bury his bones there.'
Where did the children bury the treasure map?
Read this passage:
The children had a treasure hunt. They decided to bury the treasure map under a big tree. No one could find it easily.
Where did the children bury the treasure map?
The passage says, 'They decided to bury the treasure map under a big tree.'
The passage says, 'They decided to bury the treasure map under a big tree.'
What does 'buried in her homework' mean?
Read this passage:
My sister has many books. Sometimes she feels buried in her homework. She has too much to do!
What does 'buried in her homework' mean?
In this context, 'buried in' means having too much of something, like a lot of homework.
In this context, 'buried in' means having too much of something, like a lot of homework.
This sentence describes the act of hiding something valuable in the ground.
This sentence refers to planting a seed by covering it with earth.
This sentence uses 'bury' in a figurative sense, meaning to overwhelm oneself with work.
The dog loves to ___ its bones in the backyard.
To 'bury' means to place something in the ground and cover it. Dogs often bury bones.
Don't ___ yourself in too much work; remember to take breaks.
In this figurative sense, to 'bury yourself' means to be overwhelmed with a large amount of work.
The pirates decided to ___ their treasure on a deserted island.
To 'bury' can also mean to hide something so it cannot be easily found, like treasure.
After the funeral, the family watched as they ___ their loved one.
To 'bury' a dead body is a common practice in many cultures.
He tried to ___ his feelings, but his sadness was clear to everyone.
Figuratively, to 'bury feelings' means to hide or suppress them.
The gardener used a spade to ___ the plant's roots in the soil.
When planting, you 'bury' the roots by covering them with earth.
Choose the correct meaning of 'bury' in this sentence: 'The dog loves to bury its bones in the garden.'
In this sentence, 'bury' means to hide something in the ground, which is what dogs often do with bones.
Which sentence uses 'bury' in a figurative sense?
To 'bury the competition' means to overwhelm them with a large lead or a strong performance, not literally put them in the ground. This is a figurative use.
Complete the sentence: 'The archaeologists hoped to find ancient treasures ______ deep underground.'
The past participle 'buried' is needed here to describe the treasures that were placed deep underground.
If you 'bury your face in your hands,' it means you are literally putting your face into the ground.
To 'bury your face in your hands' is an idiom meaning you are covering your face with your hands, usually out of embarrassment, despair, or to hide tears, not literally putting it in the ground.
When a gardener 'buries' seeds, they are planting them in the ground.
Yes, to 'bury' seeds means to place them in the ground and cover them with earth so they can grow.
The phrase 'to bury the hatchet' means to literally hide an axe in the ground.
'To bury the hatchet' is an idiom meaning to end a quarrel or disagreement and make peace, not to literally hide an axe.
Think about what people do with time capsules.
Consider a common behavior of dogs with their food or toys.
This is a figurative use of 'bury'.
Read this aloud:
Don't bury your feelings; it's important to talk about them.
Focus: bury
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The archeologists hope to uncover ancient artifacts that were buried centuries ago.
Focus: buried, centuries
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The snow was so deep it almost buried the car.
Focus: buried, almost
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The archaeologist hoped to ________________ a rare artifact during the excavation.
To 'bury' can mean to hide something, and in the context of an excavation, archaeologists are often looking for things that have been hidden or covered up for a long time.
After his embarrassing mistake, John just wanted to ________________ his head in the sand.
'Bury one's head in the sand' is an idiom meaning to ignore an unpleasant reality, often implying a wish to disappear or avoid the situation.
The company threatened to ________________ their rivals with so much paperwork that they wouldn't be able to compete.
In a figurative sense, 'bury' means to overwhelm someone with a large amount of work or information, which fits the context of using paperwork to hinder rivals.
The gardener decided to ________________ the old rose bushes that were no longer producing flowers.
To 'bury' can mean to place something in the ground and cover it with earth, which is a common way to dispose of old plants.
Despite his best efforts, the new manager felt completely ________________ under a mountain of tasks.
In this figurative sense, 'buried' means to be overwhelmed by a large amount of work, reflecting the feeling of having too many tasks.
They decided to ________________ a time capsule in the park, hoping future generations would find it.
To 'bury' something can mean to place it in the ground and cover it with earth, which is exactly what one does with a time capsule.
The archaeologist hoped to _____ ancient artifacts during the excavation.
To uncover means to discover something previously hidden. 'Bury' means to put something in the ground and cover it, the opposite of what an archaeologist would typically hope to do with artifacts. 'Dig' is a more general action, and 'hide' also has an opposite meaning in this context.
After the scandal broke, the company tried to _____ the negative news, but it quickly spread online.
In this context, 'bury' means to try to hide or suppress something, especially negative information. The company wanted to keep the news from spreading. 'Publish,' 'reveal,' and 'disclose' all mean to make information known.
The CEO felt absolutely _____ by the sheer volume of emails after her vacation.
The figurative sense of 'bury' means to overwhelm someone with a large amount of work or information. 'Overwhelmed' is the best synonym here. 'Inspired,' 'rejuvenated,' and 'energized' have positive meanings and don't fit the context of being burdened by a large volume of emails.
If you bury your feelings, it means you are openly expressing them.
To 'bury your feelings' means to suppress or hide them, not to express them openly.
A gardener might bury seeds in the soil to help them grow.
This is a literal use of 'bury' – placing something in the ground and covering it with earth.
When a company tries to bury a story, they want it to be widely known.
To 'bury a story' means to hide or suppress it, preventing it from becoming widely known.
The correct order forms a coherent sentence describing the dog's action.
This sentence uses 'bury' in a figurative sense, meaning to hide or suppress information.
This sentence uses 'bury' to mean to overwhelm with a large amount of something.
The company's past mistakes were quickly ___ under a pile of new successes, effectively forgotten by the public.
To 'bury' in this context means to hide or cause something to be forgotten, often by overwhelming it with something else, which fits the idea of past mistakes being overshadowed by new successes.
Despite extensive searches, the ancient artifact remains ___ somewhere in the vast desert, its location a mystery.
To 'inter' is a formal synonym for 'bury,' particularly when referring to placing something in the ground. 'Buried' would also work, but 'interred' elevates the vocabulary for a C1 level.
The manager found herself ___ under an avalanche of emails and urgent requests, struggling to prioritize.
In a figurative sense, 'bury' can mean to overwhelm someone with a large amount of work or information. 'Overwhelmed' directly captures this meaning.
To avoid detection, the spy had to ___ the sensitive documents deep in the forest before making his escape.
To 'bury' something in the sense of hiding it so it cannot be easily seen or found is synonymous with 'conceal'.
The small fishing village was entirely ___ by the unexpected landslide, leaving no trace of its existence.
To be 'buried' by a landslide implies being completely covered and obliterated. 'Engulfed' accurately conveys this sense of being completely surrounded and swallowed up.
She tried to ___ her grief, but the sudden loss of her pet was too profound to hide.
To 'bury' one's grief means to try and hide or suppress it. 'Suppress' is the most fitting synonym in this context.
This sentence uses 'bury' in a figurative sense.
Think about the figurative meaning of 'buried'.
This refers to the literal action of placing something in the ground.
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Can you explain a situation where you might feel 'buried' by responsibilities?
Focus: buried, responsibilities
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Describe an instance where someone might 'bury' their feelings instead of expressing them.
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In what contexts might it be necessary or appropriate to 'bury' a piece of information?
Focus: contexts, necessary, appropriate, information
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Imagine you are a historian discovering an ancient civilization. Describe an object you found and how its burial might reveal insights into their culture. Use 'bury' or its derivatives at least once.
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During a recent excavation, we unearthed a beautifully preserved clay tablet. Its deliberate burial alongside skeletal remains suggests a significant ritualistic purpose, perhaps interring a leader's wisdom with them. The meticulous way it was buried points to a culture that valued knowledge and believed in its transference beyond life.
You are a journalist reporting on a local community project to revitalize a neglected public space. Describe how the community plans to 'bury' past neglect and foster new growth. Use 'bury' or its derivatives at least once.
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The 'Green Horizons' initiative aims to fundamentally transform the long-neglected central square. Volunteers are working tirelessly to bury the remnants of disuse – overgrown weeds, discarded debris – under layers of fresh soil and vibrant new plantings. This concerted effort seeks to bury the area's troubled past and cultivate a flourishing hub for residents.
Write a short narrative about a character who tries to 'bury' a painful memory or secret. How does this affect their actions and relationships?
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Eleanor desperately tried to bury the secret of her past failure, a decision that had haunted her for years. She meticulously crafted a new persona, avoiding any conversation that might unearth her buried anxieties. This constant concealment, however, created an emotional distance between her and her closest friends, leaving her feeling isolated despite her efforts to appear strong.
According to the passage, why do desert creatures bury themselves in the sand?
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In the arid plains, many desert creatures bury themselves in the sand during the hottest parts of the day. This behavior serves as a crucial thermoregulatory mechanism, allowing them to escape the scorching surface temperatures. By burying themselves, they can access cooler, more stable microclimates beneath the sand, conserving vital moisture and energy. This adaptation is essential for their survival in such extreme environments.
According to the passage, why do desert creatures bury themselves in the sand?
The passage explicitly states that burying themselves serves as a 'crucial thermoregulatory mechanism' to escape 'scorching surface temperatures' and access 'cooler, more stable microclimates'.
The passage explicitly states that burying themselves serves as a 'crucial thermoregulatory mechanism' to escape 'scorching surface temperatures' and access 'cooler, more stable microclimates'.
What does it mean to 'bury' the past in this context?
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The old factory, a relic of a bygone industrial era, stood derelict for decades. Its towering chimneys, once symbols of progress, were now crumbling, and its vast interior was a labyrinth of rusty machinery. The city council debated for years whether to demolish it or attempt a costly renovation. Ultimately, the decision was made to 'bury' the past beneath a new, modern development, transforming the site into a vibrant technological hub.
What does it mean to 'bury' the past in this context?
The passage states that the decision was made to 'bury' the past 'beneath a new, modern development, transforming the site into a vibrant technological hub,' indicating a replacement rather than physical burial or preservation.
The passage states that the decision was made to 'bury' the past 'beneath a new, modern development, transforming the site into a vibrant technological hub,' indicating a replacement rather than physical burial or preservation.
What is the author's purpose in 'burying' subtle clues in the novel?
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The novelist was a master of intricate plots, often burying subtle clues within seemingly innocuous dialogue or descriptions. Readers who paid close attention were rewarded with a deeper understanding of the characters' motivations and the eventual twists in the narrative. These buried details, though not immediately obvious, were crucial to the overall coherence and impact of the story.
What is the author's purpose in 'burying' subtle clues in the novel?
The passage states that readers 'who paid close attention were rewarded with a deeper understanding of the characters' motivations and the eventual twists in the narrative,' and that these details were 'crucial to the overall coherence and impact of the story'.
The passage states that readers 'who paid close attention were rewarded with a deeper understanding of the characters' motivations and the eventual twists in the narrative,' and that these details were 'crucial to the overall coherence and impact of the story'.
This sentence uses 'buried' figuratively to describe being overwhelmed by a large amount of debt, a common C1 level idiom.
This sentence uses 'bury' figuratively to mean suppressing emotions, which is a nuanced usage appropriate for C1.
This sentence uses 'buried' in a more literal, yet still academic context, suitable for C1 vocabulary.
The CEO's scandalous past threatened to ___ his career, despite his recent successes.
To 'bury' in this context means to overwhelm or completely hide, metaphorically ending his career. The other options do not fit the negative connotation.
The sheer volume of new regulations threatened to ___ small businesses under a mountain of paperwork.
To 'bury' businesses under paperwork implies overwhelming them to the point of collapse. The other options have opposite or irrelevant meanings.
After the archaeological discovery, the team decided to ___ the fragile artifacts in a secure, climate-controlled vault.
In this context, 'bury' means to carefully place and protect something, often to hide it from damage or discovery. The other options suggest revealing or exposing.
The politician's gaffe threatened to ___ his entire campaign, overshadowing all previous achievements.
To 'bury' a campaign implies to severely damage or end it due to a significant negative event. The other options suggest positive or neutral outcomes.
The detective hoped to ___ the truth by meticulously examining every piece of evidence, no matter how insignificant.
While 'bury' is about hiding, 'exhume' is about unearthing or bringing to light, which fits the detective's goal of finding the truth. This exercise tests understanding of antonyms and context.
Despite his best efforts, the sheer complexity of the new software threatened to ___ him in a sea of technical documentation.
To 'bury' someone in documentation means to overwhelm them with too much information. The other options have positive or unrelated meanings.
The company's groundbreaking research threatened to ___ its rivals in the market.
In this context, 'bury' means to completely overshadow or overwhelm the competition due to superior performance or innovation, fitting the figurative C2 meaning.
The sheer volume of evidence presented in court was enough to ___ any doubt about the defendant's guilt.
To 'bury' doubt implies to completely eliminate or overcome it with an overwhelming amount of information, a C2 figurative usage.
Despite her efforts, the new intern felt absolutely ___ under the endless paperwork and urgent deadlines.
To be 'buried' under work means to be overwhelmed by a massive amount of it, aligning with the figurative C2 sense of the word.
If a government decides to 'bury' a controversial report, it intends to make the report widely available to the public.
To 'bury' a report in a figurative sense means to suppress it or keep it hidden from public view, not to make it available. This is a C2 figurative use.
When an artist 'buries' themselves in their work, it means they are completely absorbed and dedicated to their creative process.
To 'bury' oneself in work means to become entirely engrossed and consumed by it, demonstrating intense focus and dedication. This is a C2 figurative usage.
The phrase 'bury the hatchet' literally refers to interring a weapon in the ground to signify the end of a conflict.
While 'bury the hatchet' is an idiom, its literal origin does refer to the physical act of burying a weapon to make peace, which aligns with the primary definition of 'bury'. This checks understanding of idiomatic vs. literal meaning at C2.
Compose a short essay (150-200 words) discussing the psychological implications of burying a painful memory, using 'bury' in both its literal and figurative senses.
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The act of burying a painful memory, whether consciously or subconsciously, is a complex psychological defense mechanism. Literally, one might bury mementos of a deceased loved one, symbolically interring grief with the objects. Figuratively, however, the mind often attempts to 'bury' traumatic experiences deep within the subconscious, hoping to evade their emotional fallout. While this repression might offer temporary relief, such buried pain rarely stays dormant; it often resurfaces through anxieties, nightmares, or maladaptive behaviors. True healing typically necessitates a courageous 'unearthing' of these buried memories, a process of confrontation and integration rather than perpetual concealment. Only by acknowledging and processing these difficult experiences can one genuinely move towards psychological wholeness, rather than being perpetually buried under the weight of unaddressed trauma.
Write a critical analysis (200-250 words) of a current societal issue where inconvenient truths or dissenting opinions are effectively 'buried' by dominant narratives or power structures. Use specific examples.
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In contemporary society, the phenomenon of 'burying' inconvenient truths or dissenting opinions by dominant narratives poses a significant threat to democratic discourse. One palpable example lies in the suppression of scientific consensus on climate change within certain political and media spheres. Despite overwhelming evidence, well-funded lobbies actively work to 'bury' data and expert opinions that contradict their financial interests, often promoting disinformation to sow doubt. Similarly, in authoritarian regimes, critical journalism and independent voices are systematically 'buried' through censorship, imprisonment, or overt propaganda, ensuring that state-sanctioned narratives remain unchallenged. This deliberate obfuscation prevents informed public debate, hindering progress and fostering a climate where alternative perspectives are not merely marginalized but actively rendered invisible, effectively 'burying' any potential for genuine societal advancement or accountability.
Craft a descriptive paragraph (100-120 words) for a short story, using the word 'bury' to evoke a sense of secrecy, loss, or impending doom.
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The old woman's eyes, like ancient coins buried in a dusty pouch, held a secret she swore would go with her to the grave. She’d spent a lifetime cultivating the art of concealment, meticulously burying every trace of her past beneath layers of fabricated anecdotes and carefully constructed silences. Now, as the encroaching shadows of evening seemed to lengthen and deepen around her, she felt the chill of her impending mortality. It wasn't just her body she feared they would soon bury, but the fragile peace she had painstakingly built, a peace that threatened to crumble, unearthing the long-interred truths she had so desperately sought to keep hidden.
What is the primary challenge faced by the archaeological team after the tombs are discovered?
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The archaeological team was faced with a monumental task: to excavate a vast ancient necropolis. Decades of seismic activity and natural erosion had effectively buried numerous tombs beneath layers of sediment and rock, making their discovery a triumph of perseverance. The challenge, however, extended beyond mere excavation. Each recovered artifact presented a labyrinth of historical questions, threatening to bury the researchers in an avalanche of unanswered queries and conflicting theories. They had to meticulously document every shard, every skeletal fragment, lest crucial evidence be inadvertently buried by the sheer volume of new findings.
What is the primary challenge faced by the archaeological team after the tombs are discovered?
The passage states, 'Each recovered artifact presented a labyrinth of historical questions, threatening to bury the researchers in an avalanche of unanswered queries and conflicting theories.' This directly addresses the primary challenge after discovery.
The passage states, 'Each recovered artifact presented a labyrinth of historical questions, threatening to bury the researchers in an avalanche of unanswered queries and conflicting theories.' This directly addresses the primary challenge after discovery.
What is the primary method used to 'bury' unfavorable financial reports in corporate summaries?
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In the corporate world, it's not uncommon for less favorable financial reports to be strategically 'buried' within extensive quarterly summaries. This practice often involves placing critical data points in appendices or using highly technical jargon that discourages thorough scrutiny. The intent is clear: to minimize the impact of negative information by making it difficult for stakeholders to readily identify and analyze. Consequently, crucial indicators of a company's health can be effectively buried under a mountain of less pertinent details, obscuring transparency and potentially misleading investors.
What is the primary method used to 'bury' unfavorable financial reports in corporate summaries?
The passage explicitly states, 'This practice often involves placing critical data points in appendices or using highly technical jargon that discourages thorough scrutiny.'
The passage explicitly states, 'This practice often involves placing critical data points in appendices or using highly technical jargon that discourages thorough scrutiny.'
What is the figurative meaning of 'bury' in the context of the novelist's ritual?
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The novelist had a peculiar ritual. Before beginning a new manuscript, she would write down her deepest anxieties about the project – fears of writer's block, of failing to capture the story's essence, of critical backlash – on a small piece of paper. She would then ceremoniously 'bury' this note in a potted plant on her desk, believing this act symbolically interred her self-doubt, allowing her creative spirit to flourish unhindered. This ritual, though seemingly superstitious, provided her with a profound sense of psychological release, enabling her to embark on her work with renewed confidence, having effectively buried her demons.
What is the figurative meaning of 'bury' in the context of the novelist's ritual?
The passage explains that she 'believing this act symbolically interred her self-doubt, allowing her creative spirit to flourish unhindered' and 'having effectively buried her demons,' indicating a symbolic act of suppressing fears.
The passage explains that she 'believing this act symbolically interred her self-doubt, allowing her creative spirit to flourish unhindered' and 'having effectively buried her demons,' indicating a symbolic act of suppressing fears.
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abcredance
C1엄격한 증거를 바탕으로 주장이나 프로세스의 신뢰성을 공식적으로 부여하거나 검증하는 것.
abnasccide
C1발달의 특정 단계나 특정 조건 하에서 자연스럽게 떨어져 나가거나 잘려 나가는 경향이 있는 것을 묘사합니다.
absorb
B2흡수하다는 스펀지가 물을 빨아들이듯 무언가를 받아들이거나, 정보를 이해하는 것을 뜻해요.
abstain
C1To voluntarily refrain from an action or practice, especially one that is considered unhealthy or morally questionable. It is also used formally to describe the act of choosing not to cast a vote in an election or deliberation.
abvictly
C1압도적인 힘이나 권위를 행사하여 복잡한 상황이나 분쟁을 단호하고 갑작스럽게 해결하는 것을 의미합니다.
abvitfy
C1"abvitfy"는 기술적인 변화에 빠르게 적응하는 능력, 즉 일종의 회복력을 의미해요.
accelerate
C1To increase the speed or rate of something, or to make a process happen sooner than expected. In technical contexts, it refers to the rate of change of velocity, while in general contexts, it often describes the speeding up of progress or development.
accept
A1누군가 준 것을 받거나 제안을 받아들이는 거예요. 어떤 사실을 인정하거나 상황을 그대로 받아들이는 의미로도 쓰여요.
achieve
A2열심히 노력해서 목표를 이루거나 일을 끝내는 거야. 자신의 노력으로 긍정적인 결과를 만들어낸다는 뜻이지.
acquiesce
C1마지못해 동의하는 것을 말합니다. 항의하지 않고 받아들이는 것이며, 다른 선택지가 없을 때 사용합니다.
