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SCMP Reporter

on call

(phrase)

ready to  work whenever someone is asked to, especially during  an emergency

Example: Some prison officers must remain on call at their institutions for 10 1/2 hours after their shift ends. (SCMP, October 23, 2003)

split second

(n)

an extremely short period of time

Example: In the split second when the bomb exploded, he bent down to pick up some change and the bar shielded him from the impact. (SCMP, October 12, 2003)

to come to a halt

(v)

to stop moving, or to come to a standstill

Example: The peace process came to a halt after the prime minister's death.

scope

(n)

the extent of the subject matter that someone/ something deals with

Example: The company will broaden its investment scope to include overseas stocks through the qualified investor scheme. (SCMP, November 3, 2003)

disruption

(n)

the act of causing disorder

Example: Heathrow Airport will face disruption  when about 1,000 check-in staff and baggage handlers  begin a 48-hour strike over pay. (SCMP, November 1, 2003)



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