Azzurri, fading – The Hindu (Nov 16, 2017)

A month ago, when Holland failed to make it to the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, there was none of the shocked despair that hangs over Italy’s non-qualification following its….. For further reading, visit “The Hindu”.

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overhaul (noun) – a thorough examination, revamp, recondition.
despair (noun) – distress, anguish, pain.
quadrennial (adjective) – recurring every four years.
extravaganza (noun) – display, spectacle, exhibition/performance.
outwit (verb) – outsmart, out-think, outplay/trick.
reigning (adjective) – to mention the most recent winner (of a game/competition).
astounding (adjective) – amazing, staggering, shocking/surprising.
stagnant (adjective) – inactive, sluggish, slow-moving/static.
novice (noun) – beginner, learner, inexperienced person.
credible (adjective) – convincing, acceptable; reasonable.
dearth (noun) – lack, scarcity, shortage.
unblemished (adjective) – clean, spotless, without fault.
adept (adjective) – skillful, talented, outstanding,
school (verb) – educate, instruct, train/coach.
underwent (past of undergo) (verb) – go through, experience, undertake.
turbulence (noun) – turmoil, instability, conflict.
soul-searching (noun) – self-analysis, introversion, self-observation.

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