3 1 verb v noun
• earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
verb
• make an effort or attempt
Example sentence • I will try my best to finish the project on time.
3 1 noun
• the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase `the whys and wherefores'
3 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a statement that deviates from or perverts the truth
verb
• be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position
Example sentence • She couldn't believe his blatant lie .
3 1 verb v noun
• an advantageous purchase
verb
• obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction
Example sentence • I want to buy a new phone.
3 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
verb
• utter a sudden loud cry
Example sentence • Her cry for help went unnoticed.
3 1 noun n Example sentence • She glanced at him out of the corner of her eye .
4 1 adverb, noun, adjective adv, n, adj adjective
• greater than normal in quantity or amount
noun
• a lofty level or position or degree
adjective satellite
• standing above others in quality or position
Example sentence • The runners set a new high during the marathon.
3 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• neckwear consisting of a long narrow piece of material worn (mostly by men) under a collar and tied in knot at the front
verb
• fasten or secure with a rope, string, or cord
Example sentence • He wore a silk tie with his suit.
2 1 adjective adj noun
• the 9th letter of the Roman alphabet
adjective satellite
• used of a single unit or thing; not two or more
Example sentence • Can you please pass me my phone?
3 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• (military) a secret agent hired by a state to obtain information about its enemies or by a business to obtain industrial secrets from competitors
Example sentence • The spy infiltrated the enemy camp and gathered valuable information.
3 1 noun
• an automatic advance to the next round in a tournament without playing an opponent
3 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a small cube with 1 to 6 spots on the six faces; used in gambling to generate random numbers
verb
• pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life
Example sentence • He refused to die , despite his grave condition.
3 1 noun n noun
• an effigy of Guy Fawkes that is burned on a bonfire on Guy Fawkes Day
verb
• subject to laughter or ridicule
Example sentence • The guy sitting next to me on the bus was listening to loud music.
3 1 verb v noun
• one of the strands twisted together to make yarn or rope or thread; often used in combination
verb
• give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance
Example sentence • The fishermen ply their trade early in the morning.
2 1 adverb
• so as to pass a given point
Example sentence • She went to the store by herself.
2 1 noun
• an expression of greeting
Example sentence • I just wanted to say hi .
3 1 verb, adjective v, adj adjective
• free from liquid or moisture; lacking natural or normal moisture or depleted of water; or no longer wet
noun
• a reformer who opposes the use of intoxicating beverages
adjective satellite
• humorously sarcastic or mocking
verb
• remove the moisture from and make dry
Example sentence • The clothes are dry after being in the dryer.
7 2 verb, noun v, n Example sentence • She said a tearful goodbye as she boarded the train.
3 1 noun n noun
• the atmosphere and outer space as viewed from the earth
verb
• throw or toss with a light motion
Example sentence • The sky is clear and blue today.
5 2 verb v verb
• put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
Example sentence • I need to apply sunscreen before going outside.
3 1 verb v noun
• two-winged insects characterized by active flight
adjective satellite
• (British informal) not to be deceived or hoodwinked
verb
• travel through the air; be airborne
Example sentence • I want to fly to Europe for my vacation.
1 1 noun n noun
• the 9th letter of the Roman alphabet
adjective satellite
• used of a single unit or thing; not two or more
4 2 verb v verb
• have faith or confidence in
Example sentence • I rely on my alarm clock to wake up in the morning.
5 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation
Example sentence • I received a prompt reply to my email.
3 1 adjective adj adjective satellite
• marked by skill in deception
Example sentence • He gave her a sly smile before turning away.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• an amount of something available for use
verb
• give something useful or necessary to
Example sentence • The store has a limited supply of toilet paper.
4 2 verb, noun v, n verb
• become an ally or associate, as by a treaty or marriage
Example sentence • She became my closest ally in the fight against injustice.
3 1 noun n noun
• the 22nd letter of the Greek alphabet
Example sentence • I practiced tai chi in the park this morning.
4 2 verb v verb
• declare untrue; contradict
Example sentence • She will deny any involvement in the crime.
3 1 verb v noun
• a usually soluble substance for staining or coloring e.g. fabrics or hair
Example sentence • She dyed her hair red for the party.
3 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a young person of either sex
Example sentence • I ordered a large fry with my hamburger.
6 2 adverb adv adverb
• (formal) by means of this
Example sentence • I hereby declare this meeting adjourned.
6 2 adverb, adjective adv, adj adverb
• not far away in relative terms
Example sentence • There is a nearby park where we can have a picnic.
3 1 noun n noun
• a prehistoric unrecorded language that was the ancestor of all Indo-European languages
Example sentence • I love eating apple pie .
8 2 noun n noun
• the largest city of China; located in the east on the Pacific; one of the largest ports in the world
verb
• take (someone) against his will for compulsory service, especially on board a ship
3 1 adverb, adjective adv, adj adjective
• lacking self-confidence
verb
• start suddenly, as from fright
Example sentence • She is a shy girl and rarely speaks in public.
4 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• an utterance made by exhaling audibly
verb
• heave or utter a sigh; breathe deeply and heavily
Example sentence • She let out a deep sigh of relief after finishing her final exam.
5 1 noun n noun
• the part of the leg between the hip and the knee
Example sentence • She felt a sharp pain in her thigh after the intense workout.
5 2 verb v Example sentence • Please untie the knot in the shoelaces.
3 1 noun n noun
• An affirmative vote; one who votes in the affirmative.
interjection
• Yes; yea; a word expressing assent, or an affirmative answer to a question.
Example sentence • He gave aye as the answer to the question.
3 1 noun
• the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100
3 1 noun n
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2 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a sloth that has three long claws on each forefoot and each hindfoot
5 2 verb v verb
• be in contradiction with
Example sentence • His calm demeanor belied the storm raging inside him.
2 1 adverb, noun, adjective adv, n, adj noun
• a heavy brittle diamagnetic trivalent metallic element (resembles arsenic and antimony chemically); usually recovered as a by-product from ores of other metals
6 2 verb v verb
• act in accordance with someone's rules, commands, or wishes
Example sentence • You must comply with the rules and regulations of the organization.
5 2 verb v verb
• express or state indirectly
Example sentence • The painting's dark colors imply a sense of sadness.
2 1 noun n noun
• someone who can be employed as a detective to collect information and assist in criminal investigations
Example sentence • I ate a delicious slice of apple pi for dessert.
8 3 verb v noun
• The act of supplying again.
Example sentence • We need to resupply our inventory of office supplies.
4 2 adjective adj adverb
• away from the correct or expected course
adjective satellite
• turned or twisted toward one side
Example sentence • The party went awry when the food was burned.
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