Pronunciation: /ist/
noun the direction towards which the sun rises
A1 The sun rises in the east.
A2 She lives in the east side of town.
B1 The east is known for its beautiful beaches.
B2 The east coast of the country is more developed than the west coast.
C1 The political situation in the Middle East is complex and constantly changing.
C2 The ancient civilizations of the Near East left behind a rich cultural heritage.
adjective located or situated in the east
A1 The sun rises in the east.
A2 She lives in the east side of town.
B1 The east wind brought a chill to the air.
B2 The east coast of the country is known for its beautiful beaches.
C1 The east wing of the mansion was undergoing renovations.
C2 The eastward expansion of the company led to increased profits.
adverb towards or in the east direction
A1 She looked east to see the sunrise.
A2 He walked east towards the mountains.
B1 The wind was blowing from the east, making it feel colder.
B2 They traveled eastward for several days before reaching their destination.
C1 The company expanded its operations to the east, opening new branches in neighboring countries.
C2 The research team conducted a study on the impact of climate change on ecosystems in the east.
formal The sun rises in the east every morning.
informal Let's meet at the cafe on the east side of town.
slang I heard there's a cool party happening out east tonight.
figurative She always looks to the east for inspiration and new beginnings.
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