Tips for Applying to US Colleges

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flip side – n. a reverse or opposite side, aspect, or result

jump start – n.  to cause (something) to start quickly

set the tone for – v. to establish a particular mood or character forsomething

stumbling block – n. something that stops you from doing what you want todo

earth-shattering – adj.  something that is disasterous, a big problem

dovetail – v. to fit together in a pleasing or satisfying way

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