8 2 noun n noun
• small balls or strips of boiled or steamed dough
Example sentence • I love eating steamed dumplings with soy sauce.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• (statistics) the selection of a suitable sample for study
Example sentence • The scientist collected a soil sampling to test for nutrient levels.
11 4 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the cognitive processes whereby past experience is remembered
11 3 verb v verb
• To return something that has been crumpled closer to its original state.
Example sentence • I tried to smooth out the wrinkles in my shirt by uncrumpling it.
9 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the sound of heavy treading or stomping
Example sentence • The elephants were trampling through the jungle.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of indulging or gratifying a desire
adjective satellite
• gratifying tastes, appetites, or desires
Example sentence • She enjoyed a day of pampering at the spa.
8 2 noun, adjective n, adj adjective satellite
• spreading out in different directions or distributed irregularly
Example sentence • His speech was a rambling without any clear point.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of altering something secretly or improperly
Example sentence • She was accused of tampering evidence at the crime scene.
8 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• highly attractive and able to arouse hope or desire
Example sentence • The cake looks tempting , but I need to stick to my diet.
5 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the state or fact of existing
Example sentence • He's a great being who always helps others.
7 2 noun n noun
• a quantity of no importance; thing (object:), singular, negative pronoun; pronoun, thing, singular; quantifier: negative existential
adverb
• in no respect; to no degree
Example sentence • I have nothing to do today.
11 3 verb v noun
• pretending with intention to deceive
Example sentence • He was dissembling his true intentions.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the trade of cutting or preparing or selling timber
adjective satellite
• slow and laborious because of weight
Example sentence • The lumbering elephant made its way through the jungle.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • I saw a numbering of birds on my morning walk.
9 2 verb v noun
• persuasion formulated as a suggestion
Example sentence • She cleared her throat, prompting him to stop speaking.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• hardening something by heat treatment
adjective satellite
• moderating by making more temperate
Example sentence • The tempering of steel involves heating it and then rapidly cooling it.
7 3 adjective adj Example sentence • The view from the top of the mountain was amazing .
6 2 verb v noun
• the act that results in something coming to be
Example sentence • She is making a cake for the party.
7 2 noun n noun
• the message that is intended or expressed or signified
adjective satellite
• rich in significance or implication
Example sentence • She asked the meaning of the word.
7 2 noun n noun
• a formally arranged gathering
Example sentence • Let's schedule a meeting for next week.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • She had a missing button on her shirt.
6 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • The moving of the furniture was a tedious task.
6 2 verb, adjective v, adj Example sentence • I received a paying job offer after months of searching.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of smoking tobacco or other substances
adjective satellite
• emitting smoke in great volume
Example sentence • People should be aware of the dangers of smoking .
9 3 verb, adverb v, adv Example sentence • I was wondering if you could help me with my homework.
9 3 adjective adj Example sentence • The organization accepts both paying and nonpaying members.
8 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a connection (like a clamp or vise) between two things so they move together
Example sentence • The coupling between the two cars was strong enough to keep them together during the collision.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the act of perceiving the odor of something
adjective satellite
• (used with `of' or `with') noticeably odorous
Example sentence • She is smelling the perfume before buying it.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement
adjective satellite
• smiling with happiness or optimism
Example sentence • She had a bright, smiling face that lit up the room.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
verb
• make an effort or attempt
9 3 verb v adjective
• (of persons) freed from or not subject to an obligation or liability (as e.g. taxes) to which others or other things are subject
verb
• grant relief or an exemption from a rule or requirement to
Example sentence • The government is exempting small businesses from certain taxes.
9 3 verb v noun
• a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner)
verb
• prevent the progress or free movement of
Example sentence • She tried to finish her work, but constant interruptions were hampering her progress.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a high bid that is intended to prevent the opposing players from bidding
verb
• acquire for oneself before others can do so
Example sentence • The preempting actions of the government saved many lives during the crisis.
10 3 verb v noun
• rushing about hastily in an undignified way
verb
• to move about or proceed hurriedly
Example sentence • The children were scampering around the playground.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a complaint uttered in a plaintive whining way
Example sentence • The whimpering puppy hid under the bed.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• tolerating without protest
Example sentence • She is accepting the award on behalf of her team.
6 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• the act of drawing spatially closer to something
adjective satellite
• of the relatively near future
Example sentence • The coming storm is going to be intense.
7 2 verb v noun
• the act of acquiring something
Example sentence • I am getting ready for work.
5 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj Example sentence • The going rate for a haircut at this salon is $50.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• manual (or mechanical) carrying or moving or delivering or working with something
Example sentence • The handling of hazardous materials requires special training.
7 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually; look
adjective satellite
• appearing to be as specified; usually used as combining forms
Example sentence • I am looking for my car keys.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj Example sentence • She bought a matching hat and gloves.
6 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of extracting ores or coal etc from the earth
Example sentence • The mining industry plays a significant role in the country's economy.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule
Example sentence • She gave him a mocking smile.
7 2 noun n noun
• the time period between dawn and noon
Example sentence • I woke up early in the morning to go for a run.
9 3 adjective adj adjective
• resulting in punishment
adjective satellite
• characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort
Example sentence • He received a punishing blow to the head during the boxing match.
9 3 noun, adjective n, adj Example sentence • He ate half of the cake and saved the remaining for later.
8 2 adverb, adjective adv, adj noun
• the act of breaking something into small pieces
Example sentence • She looked smashing in her new dress.
6 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• keeping a secret or furtive watch
Example sentence • Government officials were accused of spying on their own citizens.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• an exchange of ideas via conversation
Example sentence • The talking parrot entertained the kids at the birthday party.
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