7 3 noun n noun
• (virology) ultramicroscopic infectious agent that replicates itself only within cells of living hosts; many are pathogenic; a piece of nucleic acid (DNA or RNA) wrapped in a thin coat of protein
Example sentence • Many computer viruses can infiltrate a system and cause significant damage.
8 3 noun n noun
• either of two large northern marine mammals having ivory tusks and tough hide over thick blubber
Example sentence • The zoo has a new exhibit featuring walruses from Alaska.
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• Any of a group of viruses which insert a copy of their RNA genome into the DNA of a host cell, thus changing the genome of that cell.
Example sentence • Some retroviruses can cause cancer in animals.
10 3 verb, noun v, n verb
• serve as a waiter or waitress in a restaurant
Example sentence • The restaurant hired three new waitresses .
7 3 noun n noun
• anything that tends to arouse
Example sentence • Employees at the company were thrilled to receive their annual bonuses .
7 3 noun n noun
• An unborn or unhatched vertebrate showing signs of the mature animal.
Example sentence • The doctor examined the fetuses using ultrasound.
7 3 verb v noun
• the concentration of attention or energy on something
verb
• direct one's attention on something
Example sentence • She focuses her attention on the task at hand.
11 4 verb v verb
• cause to be embarrassed; cause to feel self-conscious
Example sentence • He embarrasses himself by tripping over his own feet.
8 2 noun n noun
• a meeting of elected or appointed representatives
Example sentence • The congress will meet next week to discuss the new budget proposal.
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• massive thick-skinned herbivorous animal living in or around rivers of tropical Africa
Example sentence • The zookeeper fed the hippopotamuses a diet of grass and vegetables.
7 4 noun n noun
• a name that has been assumed
adverb
• as known or named at another time or place
Example sentence • He used multiple aliases to avoid being caught by the police.
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• plants with sword-shaped leaves and erect stalks bearing bright-colored flowers composed of three petals and three drooping sepals
Example sentence • She had beautiful blue irises .
7 3 noun n noun
• a collection of maps in book form
Example sentence • I need to buy some atlases for my geography class.
9 4 verb v verb
• To focus on something else
Example sentence • She refocuses her energy on her studies.
9 3 noun n Example sentence • The actresses performed a stunning rendition of the play.
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• a fortified defensive structure
Example sentence • They built fortresses along the coastline to guard against invasions.
10 3 noun n noun
• a large thick pad filled with resilient material and often incorporating coiled springs, used as a bed or part of a bed
Example sentence • The store had a wide selection of mattresses .
10 3 noun n noun
• an adulterous woman; a woman who has an ongoing extramarital sexual relationship with a man
Example sentence • He had multiple mistresses throughout his life.
8 3 noun n noun
• usually paved outdoor area adjoining a residence
verb
• provide (a house) with a terrace
Example sentence • The villas in the resort were built with private terraces facing the ocean.
6 3 noun n noun
• Inclination towards something; predisposition, partiality, prejudice, preference, predilection.
verb
• To place bias upon; to influence.
Example sentence • His biases prevented him from making a fair judgement.
8 3 verb v noun
• a contorted facial expression
verb
• contort the face to indicate a certain mental or emotional state
Example sentence • She grimaces in pain as she stubs her toe.
7 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• something that is a source of danger
verb
• pose a threat to; present a danger to
Example sentence • The explosive device was planted by unknown menaces .
9 3 noun n noun
• jewelry consisting of a cord or chain (often bearing gems) worn about the neck as an ornament (especially by women)
Example sentence • The jewelry store had a wide range of necklaces to choose from.
10 3 noun, adjective n, adj Example sentence • One of his weaknesses is his lack of confidence.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• the acquisition of something for payment
verb
• obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction
Example sentence • I made several purchases at the mall.
8 3 noun n noun
• an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
Example sentence • The purposes of this meeting are to discuss the project and make important decisions.
11 4 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of purchasing back something previously sold
verb
• buy what had previously been sold, lost, or given away
Example sentence • The company announced its plans for stock repurchases .
10 3 noun n noun
• a meeting of elected or appointed representatives
Example sentence • The congresses held in different countries are key events for discussing global issues.
9 3 noun n Example sentence • The heiresses inherited the family fortune after their parents passed away.
5 2 noun n Example sentence • There are several horse races scheduled for this weekend.
7 2 noun n noun
• (medicine) a bandage consisting of a pad and belt; worn to hold a hernia in place by pressure
verb
• tie the wings and legs of a bird before cooking it
Example sentence • The construction workers installed trusses to support the roof.
5 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• the second largest state; located in southwestern United States on the Gulf of Mexico
10 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• a support usually of stone or brick; supports the wall of a building
verb
• reinforce with a buttress
Example sentence • The cathedral's buttresses provided support for the towering walls.
8 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a closed political meeting
verb
• meet to select a candidate or promote a policy
Example sentence • The caucuses were held to determine the party's nominee for mayor.
7 3 noun n Example sentence • One of the minuses of living in a big city is the high cost of living.
9 3 noun n noun
• a quantity much larger than is needed
adjective satellite
• more than is needed, desired, or required
Example sentence • The company was able to generate significant surpluses in the last financial year.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• (Greek mythology) one of three sisters who were the givers of beauty and charm; a favorite subject for sculptors
verb
• make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.
Example sentence • His good manners and graces impressed everyone he met.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a powerful effect or influence
verb
• to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means
Example sentence • The police forces are searching for the missing child.
6 2 noun n noun
• solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times
verb
• provide with a horse or horses
Example sentence • I love to ride horses at the local stable.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• an appliance that corrects dental irregularities
Example sentence • He had to get braces to straighten his teeth.
7 2 noun n noun
• a roll of hair brushed back from the forehead
verb
• comb (hair) into a roach
Example sentence • I saw roaches crawling in the kitchen.
8 3 noun n noun
• Someone possessing extraordinary intelligence or skill; especially somebody who has demonstrated this by a creative or original work in science, music, art etc.
Example sentence • Einstein and Newton are considered geniuses in the field of physics.
8 3 noun n noun
• a field on which the buildings of a university are situated
Example sentence • The university has multiple campuses located in different cities.
6 2 noun n noun
• an abundance of material possessions and resources
Example sentence • He amassed great riches during his successful business career.
9 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• an abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off
Example sentence • He had several scratches on his arms from playing with the cat.
7 3 noun n noun
• A round mass of something, especially of chewed food in the mouth or alimentary canal.
Example sentence • The veterinarian administered boluses of medication to the sick animal.
8 3 noun n noun
• an unborn or unhatched vertebrate in the later stages of development showing the main recognizable features of the mature animal
Example sentence • The doctor examined the foetuses using an ultrasound machine.
8 3 noun n noun
• Braces/suspenders for trousers
Example sentence • He adjusted his galluses before heading out the door.
7 3 noun n noun
• native to eastern Asia; widely cultivated for its large pink or white flowers
Example sentence • The pond was filled with pink lotuses .
7 3 noun n noun
• an abnormal passage leading from a suppurating cavity to the body surface
Example sentence • Allergies can cause inflammation in the sinuses .
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