5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a separate part of a whole
verb
• to join or unite the pieces of
Example sentence • She cut the cake into small pieces.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the force of policemen and officers
verb
• maintain the security of by carrying out a patrol
Example sentence • The police arrested a suspect in connection with the robbery.
8 3 noun n noun
• a primitive wind instrument consisting of several parallel pipes bound together
Example sentence • The doctor disposed of the used syringes in a biohazard container.
5 1 verb v noun
• (`cease' is a noun only in the phrase `without cease') end
verb
• put an end to a state or an activity
Example sentence • Please cease talking in the library.
8 2 verb v noun
• a quantity that is added
verb
• become bigger or greater in amount
Example sentence • We need to increase the amount of exercise we do to stay healthy.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• property that is leased or rented out or let
Example sentence • He signed a lease for the apartment.
9 3 noun n noun
• something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained
Example sentence • The detective was determined to solve the mysteries surrounding the murder case.
8 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group
Example sentence • The company has strict policies regarding attendance.
8 3 noun n noun
• a membrane (one of 3) that envelops the brain and spinal cord
Example sentence • The meninges are the three membranes that line the skull and vertebral canal.
9 4 noun n noun
• things that make you comfortable and at ease
Example sentence • The hotel offers various amenities such as a pool, gym, and spa.
6 2 adverb adv adverb
• to or from every one of two or more (considered individually)
Example sentence • They each paid $10 apiece for the concert tickets.
7 2 noun n Example sentence • Her decision to quit her job seemed to be driven by caprice rather than careful consideration.
11 3 noun n noun
• the central or most important feature
Example sentence • The beautiful flower arrangement served as the centerpiece of the table.
6 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• an angular or rounded shape made by folding
verb
• make wrinkles or creases on a smooth surface; make a pressed, folded or wrinkled line in; `crisp' is archaic
Example sentence • She carefully ironed out the creases in her dress.
8 2 verb v verb
• decrease in size, extent, or range
Example sentence • We need to decrease our expenses to save money.
8 2 noun n noun
• electro-acoustic transducer for converting electric signals into sounds; it is held over or inserted into the ear
Example sentence • She always wears an earpiece during her performances.
5 2 noun n noun
• solid excretory product evacuated from the bowels
Example sentence • The veterinarian examined the cat's feces for signs of parasites.
7 2 noun n noun
• a revue with elaborate costuming
Example sentence • Her follies and careless attitude cost her the job.
9 2 noun n noun
• a covering or bunch of human or artificial hair used for disguise or adornment
Example sentence • She wore a hairpiece to conceal her bald spot.
4 1 noun n noun
• the sediment from fermentation of an alcoholic beverage
Example sentence • The wine had settled, leaving behind a layer of lees in the bottle.
8 3 noun n noun
• the decade from 1890 to 1899
Example sentence • The fashion trends of the nineties are making a comeback.
5 2 adjective adj Example sentence • She is clinically obese and needs to make some lifestyle changes.
7 2 verb, noun v, n verb
• repeat an earlier theme of a composition
Example sentence • The two pianists performed a reprise of their famous duet.
7 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a newspaper that is published every day
adverb
• every day; without missing a day
adjective satellite
• of or belonging to or occurring every day
Example sentence • I need to pick up my dailies from the pharmacy.
5 1 noun n noun
• web-footed long-necked typically gregarious migratory aquatic birds usually larger and less aquatic than ducks
Example sentence • The geese flew in a V formation across the sky.
11 4 noun n adjective
• not permanent; not lasting
noun
• a worker (especially in an office) hired on a temporary basis
adjective satellite
• lacking continuity or regularity
Example sentence • The company hired several temporaries to help with the busy season.
9 3 verb v
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Example sentence • The astringes properties of the plant help to tighten the skin.
9 3 verb v
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Example sentence • The wind gently befringes the edge of the flower petals.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• any act of immoderate indulgence
verb
• overeat or eat immodestly; make a pig of oneself
Example sentence • During the holiday season, many people tend to go on eating binges .
11 3 verb v verb
• become tight or as if tight
Example sentence • The tight fabric constringes around her waist.
7 2 verb v noun
• some event or object that causes embarrassment and shame
verb
• draw back, as with fear or pain
Example sentence • She cringes every time she hears that song.
6 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• A gadget, device, or object whose name is either unknown, forgotten, or omitted for the purpose of humor.
7 2 noun n noun
• the outside boundary or surface of something
Example sentence • She wore a dress with fringes along the hem.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a joint that holds two parts together so that one can swing relative to the other
Example sentence • The hinges on the door are rusty and need to be replaced.
8 3 verb v verb
• impinge or infringe upon
Example sentence • The tree impinges upon the neighboring property.
9 3 verb v verb
• go against, as of rules and laws
Example sentence • Using someone else's trademarked logo on your product infringes on their intellectual property rights.
9 3 noun n noun
• a tube in the uterus or the ear
Example sentence • The function of the salpinges is to transport eggs from the ovaries to the uterus.
6 2 verb v verb
• burn superficially or lightly
Example sentence • She accidentally singes her hair while lighting the candles.
8 2 noun n
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Example sentence • The ancient Egyptians built many sphinges in front of their temples.
8 2 verb, noun v, n verb
• To sprinkle; to scatter.
Example sentence • He springes the trap on the unwary rabbit.
7 2 verb v verb
• burn superficially or lightly
6 2 verb v noun
• a slight but appreciable amount
verb
• affect as in thought or feeling
Example sentence • The setting sun tinges the sky with shades of orange and pink.
7 2 noun n Example sentence • I felt twinges of pain in my lower back after lifting a heavy box.
8 3 verb v verb
• disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed
Example sentence • The constant stress unhinges her emotionally.
7 2 verb v verb
• To complain, especially in an annoying or persistent manner.
Example sentence • He constantly whinges about the weather.
9 3 verb v verb
• to agree or express agreement
Example sentence • After hours of negotiation, the two parties finally acquiesced to a compromise.
10 3 noun n noun
• a painted or carved screen placed above and behind an altar or communion table
Example sentence • The altarpiece in the church features a beautifully carved scene from the Bible.
9 3 noun n noun
• waxy substance secreted by the sperm whale and found floating at sea or washed ashore; used in perfume
Example sentence • The perfume industry often uses ambergris as a fixative to enhance the longevity of fragrances.
9 4 noun n noun
• malaria mosquitoes; distinguished by the adult's head-downward stance and absence of breathing tubes in the larvae
8 2 noun n noun
• (15th-16th century) a flap for the crotch of men's tight-fitting breeches
Example sentence • In the 16th century, men commonly wore codpieces to accentuate their masculinity.
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