4 1 verb, noun v, n verb
• cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity
Example sentence • She placed the books on the bookshelf and gave them a tight hold .
3 1 adjective adj adjective
• (used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
adjective satellite
• of a very early stage in development
Example sentence • The old man walked slowly across the street.
4 1 verb v noun
• a Swiss patriot who lived in the early 14th century and who was renowned for his skill as an archer; according to legend an Austrian governor compelled him to shoot an apple from his son's head with his crossbow (which he did successfully without mishap)
Example sentence • She told her friend about the party.
4 1 adjective adj adjective
• having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration
noun
• a mild viral infection involving the nose and respiratory passages (but not the lungs)
adjective satellite
• having lost freshness through passage of time
Example sentence • I need a jacket because it's cold outside.
4 1 noun n adjective satellite
• made from or covered with gold
Example sentence • He found a large nugget of gold while panning in the river.
4 1 verb, noun v, n adjective
• disposed of to a purchaser
Example sentence • The sold sign indicates that the property has been purchased.
4 1 adverb, noun, adjective adv, n, adj noun
• a typeface with thick heavy lines
Example sentence • The company's new advertising campaign was a bold move.
4 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• an angular or rounded shape made by folding
verb
• bend or lay so that one part covers the other
Example sentence • She meticulously made a fold in the paper.
5 1 verb v noun
• someone (especially a woman) who annoys people by constantly finding fault
verb
• censure severely or angrily
Example sentence • My mother scolded me for forgetting to do my chores.
10 2 verb, adjective v, adj adjective
• restrained or managed or kept within certain bounds
Example sentence • He maintained controlled breathing during the yoga class.
6 1 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• especially of petals or leaves in bud; having margins rolled inward
Example sentence • The rolled carpet was easy to carry.
6 2 verb v verb
• keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last
Example sentence • She promised to uphold the values of honesty and integrity.
8 2 verb v verb
• hold back; refuse to hand over or share
Example sentence • He chose to withhold the information from his colleagues.
5 2 verb, adverb v, adv
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Example sentence • She grabbed ahold of the railing to steady herself.
4 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• the distinctive form in which a thing is made
Example sentence • She found a mold growing on the bread.
6 2 verb v verb
• develop or come to a promising stage
Example sentence • I unfold the letter and read its contents.
6 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• too much to be measured
Example sentence • He is burdened with untold guilt.
8 2 verb v Example sentence • The ancient prophecy foretold the coming of a chosen one.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• loose soil rich in organic matter
Example sentence • She used a mould to shape the clay into a vase.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• register formally as a participant or member
Example sentence • She was an enrolled member of the tribe.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• release a criminal from detention and place him on parole
Example sentence • The paroled inmate is required to check in with their probation officer regularly.
9 2 adverb, noun, adjective adv, n, adj noun
• a social unit living together
Example sentence • She manages the household finances.
12 3 adjective adj adjective
• not being under control; out of control
Example sentence • The uncontrolled market fluctuations caused panic among investors.
6 2 verb v verb
• enclose or enfold completely with or as if with a covering
Example sentence • She enfolded the baby gently in her arms.
6 2 verb v Example sentence • After the accident, they had to remold the damaged car into its original shape.
10 2 noun n noun
• a strongly fortified defensive structure
Example sentence • The medieval castle served as a military stronghold during the war.
6 2 adjective adj adjective
• not disposed of by purchase
Example sentence • The unsold items were marked down in price.
4 1 noun n noun
• a tract of open rolling country (especially upland)
Example sentence • The wold was covered in a blanket of fresh snow.
6 2 verb v verb
• sell (something) again after having bought it
Example sentence • He resold his old car for a higher price than he had bought it.
9 2 noun n noun
• a cloth used to cover the eyes
verb
• cover the eyes of (someone) to prevent him from seeing
Example sentence • She put a blindfold on her eyes before starting the game.
8 3 adjective adj adjective
• In a stock or commodity market condition where there has been significant trading driving prices down to lower levels, levels which seem overextended or excessive on a short-term basis.
Example sentence • The hype surrounding the new smartphone turned out to be oversold ; it doesn't live up to its promises.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• sell cheaper than one's competition
Example sentence • The salesman undersold the product, resulting in low sales.
8 2 verb v verb
• praise, glorify, or honor
Example sentence • He extolled the virtues of eating a healthy diet.
9 2 verb v noun
• a detachment used for security or reconnaissance
verb
• maintain the security of by carrying out a patrol
Example sentence • The police patrolled the neighborhood to ensure security.
6 1 verb v verb
• get the opinions (of people) by asking specific questions
Example sentence • The research team polled 500 participants about their voting preferences.
9 3 noun n noun
• complete power over a person or situation
Example sentence • The police officer put the suspect in a chokehold to subdue him.
12 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• complete power over a person or situation
Example sentence • The company has a stranglehold on the market, making it difficult for any competitors to thrive.
8 2 verb v noun
• a small table fixed to a wall or designed to stand against a wall
verb
• give moral or emotional strength to
Example sentence • He consoled his friend after his breakup.
5 1 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• an opening into or through something
verb
• hit the ball into the hole
Example sentence • The holed ship was stranded on the deserted island.
8 2 noun n noun
• a pocket-size case for holding papers and paper money
Example sentence • I lost my billfold in the park yesterday.
9 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• having eight units or components
Example sentence • The eightfold path is a central concept in Buddhism.
8 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• having five units or components
Example sentence • The company experienced a fivefold increase in sales last year.
8 2 noun n noun
• an area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies
Example sentence • He managed to secure a foothold in the competitive industry.
8 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• four times as great or many
Example sentence • She increased her income fourfold by starting her own business.
9 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• land or property held under a lease
Example sentence • We are purchasing the leasehold on a commercial property.
9 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• three times as great or many
Example sentence • The company experienced a threefold increase in profits.
7 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• having more than one decidedly dissimilar aspects or qualities
Example sentence • The project has twofold goals: to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
7 2 verb v verb
• be sold more often than other, similar products
Example sentence • The new iPhone outsold all other smartphones in the market.
6 2 verb v noun
• a round vessel that is open at the top; used chiefly for holding grains or liquids
Example sentence • He bowled a strike on his first try.
5 1 verb v noun
• a share of money or food or clothing that has been charitably given
Example sentence • She doled out candy to the trick-or-treaters.
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