Police Investigate Series of Deaths in South Africa
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Vocabulary
meticulous /məˈtɪkjələs/ adjective
showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise
The detective conducted a meticulous examination of the crime scene.
palpable /ˈpælpəbəl/ adjective
so obvious or strong that it can be almost physically felt
There was a palpable tension in the room during the heated debate.
trepidation /ˌtrepɪˈdeɪʃən/ noun
fear or anxiety about something that might happen
She approached her final examination with considerable trepidation.
Article
South African law enforcement authorities have discovered a ninth deceased woman as part of an ongoing investigation into a disturbing sequence of killings. While officials have urged caution against hasty conclusions, the accumulating cases have prompted widespread concern among women throughout affected communities.
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