12 4 adjective adj adjective satellite
• hard to deal with; especially causing pain or embarrassment
Example sentence • It was embarrassing when I tripped and fell in front of everyone.
10 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• persuasion of voters in a political campaign
Example sentence • The canvassing of the neighborhood was essential to gather information about the residents' opinions.
8 3 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• the concentration of attention or energy on something
8 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments
Example sentence • The dark clouds and thunder made for a menacing sky.
10 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • The purchasing of a new car can be a significant financial decision.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• emerging to the surface and becoming apparent
Example sentence • The surfacing of new evidence led to the reopening of the case.
8 2 noun n noun
• savory dressings for salads; basically of two kinds: either the thin French or vinaigrette type or the creamy mayonnaise type
Example sentence • I bought a new dressing for my salad.
8 2 adjective adj noun
• the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure
adjective satellite
• compelling immediate action
Example sentence • The pressing issue of climate change needs immediate attention.
11 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• causing distress or worry or anxiety
Example sentence • The distressing news about the accident spread quickly.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a support consisting of an arrangement of straps for holding something to the body (especially one supporting a person suspended from a parachute)
Example sentence • The harnessing power of the sun is a clean and sustainable energy source.
12 4 adjective adj adjective satellite
• broad in scope or content
Example sentence • The study conducted an encompassing analysis of the effects of climate change on the ecosystem.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a contorted facial expression
verb
• contort the face to indicate a certain mental or emotional state
Example sentence • He had a grimacing expression on his face as he opened the envelope.
10 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• (computer science) the code that identifies where a piece of information is stored
Example sentence • The professor focused on addressing the concerns raised by the students.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the act of coercing someone into government service
verb
• have an emotional or cognitive impact upon
10 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• jewelry consisting of a cord or chain (often bearing gems) worn about the neck as an ornament (especially by women)
Example sentence • The practice of necklacing was commonly used as a means of punishment during the apartheid era in South Africa.
11 3 verb v Example sentence • I am compressing the files to make them easier to send via email.
10 3 noun, adjective n, adj adjective
• causing sad feelings of gloom and inadequacy
10 4 verb, noun v, n Example sentence • The refocusing of our marketing strategy has led to increased sales.
8 2 noun n noun
• the formal act of approving
Example sentence • Receiving a promotion at work was a true blessing for him.
11 3 verb, noun v, n adjective satellite
• gradually intrusive without right or permission
Example sentence • The homeowner caught the teenagers trespassing on his property.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of observing; taking a patient look
Example sentence • I enjoy watching movies on weekends.
9 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• showing possibility of achievement or excellence
Example sentence • She had a promising career ahead of her.
12 3 noun n noun
• a toiletry for the hair
Example sentence • She enjoys going to the hairdressing salon for a new haircut.
11 3 verb, noun v, n verb
• serve as a waiter or waitress in a restaurant
Example sentence • I used to do waitressing at a local café.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• someone who sees an event and reports what happened
Example sentence • She had a witnessing role in the play.
8 2 verb, noun v, n Example sentence • The pedestrian waited at the zebra crossing for the cars to pass.
10 3 adverb, adjective adv, adj adjective
• becoming greater or larger
Example sentence • The increasing temperature is causing the ice to melt faster.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the sport of engaging in contests of speed
Example sentence • Horse racing is a popular sport in many countries.
12 4 verb v verb
• remove the harness from
Example sentence • She started unharnessing the horses after a long day of riding.
11 3 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• the event of one object coming closer to another
adjective satellite
• of the relatively near future
Example sentence • He saw an approaching storm and quickly ran indoors.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj Example sentence • The crashing waves at the beach were mesmerizing.
8 2 adjective adj noun
• the withdrawal of heat to change something from a liquid to a solid
Example sentence • I'm so cold, it's freezing outside.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the event of something being raised upward
adjective satellite
• increasing in quantity or value
Example sentence • She is responsible for the raising of funds for the charity.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the act of physically reaching or thrusting out
Example sentence • The reaching vines covered the entire wall.
10 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• imparting vitality and energy
Example sentence • The cold drink was refreshing on a hot summer day.
6 2 verb, adverb, noun, adjective v, adv, n, adj adjective
• advancing or becoming higher or greater in degree or value or status
noun
• a movement upward; rise above the ground
Example sentence • The rising of the sun signaled the start of a new day.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• (American football) an attempt to advance the ball by running into the line
Example sentence • She was rushing to catch the train.
10 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a harsh noise made by scraping
Example sentence • I heard a scratching sound coming from the attic.
10 2 adverb, adjective adv, adj noun
• a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry
Example sentence • I heard a screeching noise coming from the car accident.
10 3 adjective adj adjective
• causing surprise or wonder or amazement
Example sentence • The sudden rain was surprising .
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs)
Example sentence • He gave her a caressing touch on the cheek.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• an estimate based on little or no information
Example sentence • Her guessing of the answer was completely accurate.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of drawing a plan or diagram or outline
Example sentence • She picked up a pencil and began tracing the outline of the object.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the work of cleansing (usually with soap and water)
Example sentence • I need to do the washing before we go on vacation.
7 2 verb, adverb v, adv noun
• a specific feeling of desire
Example sentence • I am wishing for a successful outcome.
11 4 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj verb
• reappear on the surface
Example sentence • The resurfacing of the road has caused traffic delays.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj
10 3 adjective adj adjective
• becoming less or smaller
Example sentence • The decreasing temperatures signaled the arrival of winter.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection)
Example sentence • She gave him an embracing hug when she saw him after a long time.
10 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• act of expanding by lengthening or widening
Example sentence • Her morning routine includes stretching to warm up her muscles.
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