8 2 noun
n
noun
• any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
verb
• determine the measurements of something or somebody, take measurements of
Example sentence • The government has implemented strict measures to control the spread of the virus.
10 3
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10 4 noun
n
noun
• painting or drawing included in a book (especially in illuminated medieval manuscripts)
adjective satellite
• being on a very small scale
Example sentence • She collects miniatures of famous landmarks from around the world.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
Example sentence • The natures of the two sisters are completely opposite.
8 2 verb
v
noun
• the properties acquired as a consequence of the way you were treated as a child
verb
• help develop, help grow
Example sentence • She nurtures her plants by watering them regularly.
10 3 verb
v
Example sentence • He remeasures the length of the fabric to ensure accuracy.
9 2 noun
n
noun
• a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience
Example sentence • Enjoying the simple pleasures of life brings me great happiness.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• a sudden occurrence (or recurrence) of a disease
Example sentence • His seizures have become more frequent and severe.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• a stingy hoarder of money and possessions (often living miserably)
Example sentence • The misers hoarded their money and refused to spend it.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• a cat proficient at mousing
Example sentence • The farmer had four mousers to keep the barn free of rodents.
7 2 noun
n
adjective satellite
• effective in or looking toward the future
Example sentence • He's trading futures on the stock exchange.
9 2 noun
n
noun
• the force applied to a unit area of surface; measured in pascals (SI unit) or in dynes (cgs unit)
verb
• to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means
Example sentence • She succumbed to the pressures of her demanding job.
8 4 noun
n
Example sentence • Some ionizers create negative ions that can attract airborne particles.
9 2 noun
n
noun
• a thief who grabs and runs
Example sentence • The snatchers were caught red-handed stealing jewelry from the store.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• a canvas shoe with a pliable rubber sole
Example sentence • I need to buy a new pair of sneakers for my gym workouts.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• your name written in your own handwriting
Example sentence • I need your signatures on these documents.
11 4 noun
n
noun
• a metric unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter
Example sentence • The length of the pencil is 15 centimeters .
9 4 noun, adjective
n, adj
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Example sentence • There are several itemizers in the accounting department.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• One whose actions make the headlines of news reports; one who affects the course of public discourse.
Example sentence • The newsmakers are relying on social media to spread their message.
8 2 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• approaching a particular destination; a coming closer; a narrowing of a gap
verb
• terminate debate by calling for a vote
Example sentence • The recent closures of stores have severely impacted local businesses.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• a structure consisting of an area that has been enclosed for some purpose
Example sentence • The zoo has several animal enclosures for visitors to see.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• vulnerability to the elements; to the action of heat or cold or wind or rain
Example sentence • The workers were required to wear protective gear to avoid chemical exposures .
9 2 noun
n
noun
• accumulated wealth in the form of money or jewels etc.
Example sentence • The museum is filled with ancient treasures from around the world.
9 2 noun
n
noun
• (used in the plural) an outdoor grandstand without a roof; patrons are exposed to the sun as linens are when they are bleached
Example sentence • The bleachers were filled with excited fans.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• a hand tool for holding consisting of a compound lever for grasping
Example sentence • I need to buy a new pair of tweezers .
7 2 noun
n
Example sentence • Good manners are essential when meeting new people.
12 3 noun
n
noun
• very small North American and South American warblers
Example sentence • Some species of gnatcatchers are known for their distinct breeding behavior.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• someone who arranges (or tries to arrange) marriages for others
Example sentence • Many cultures have traditional matchmakers who arrange marriages.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• a traveler who drives (or travels with) a dog team
Example sentence • The mushers prepared their sleds for the race.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• a beggar who approaches strangers asking for money
Example sentence • The police were called to deal with a group of aggressive panhandlers .
12 4 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• an intellectual who synthesizes or uses synthetic methods
Example sentence • The band used multiple synthesizers in their concert.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• an illegal daily lottery
Example sentence • She won the lottery with the lucky numbers 7, 14, 21, 28, 35, and 42.
6 2 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)
Example sentence • She carefully papers the walls with floral wallpaper.
4 1
pronoun
• That which belongs to us; the possessive case of we, used without a following noun.
Example sentence • The book on the shelf is ours .
8 2 noun
n
noun
• an edge tool having two crossed pivoting blades
Example sentence • She used the scissors to cut the paper.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• (usually in the plural) a garment extending from the waist to the knee or ankle, covering each leg separately
Example sentence • He put on a pair of black trousers for the formal event.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• someone who helps to found a colony
Example sentence • The colonizers arrived in the new world seeking resources.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• (baseball) a relief pitcher who can protect a lead in the last inning or two of the game
Example sentence • These finishers are the top athletes in the competition.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• a person who brings order and organization to an enterprise
Example sentence • The organizers of the festival did an excellent job.
12 4 noun
n
noun
• a person who commiserates with someone who has had misfortune
Example sentence • The police arrested three suspected sympathizers of the terrorist organization.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• the speech act of making something evident
Example sentence • The company made several disclosures about its financial performance during the quarterly earnings call.
12 3 noun
n
noun
• the legal proceedings initiated by a creditor to repossess the collateral for loan that is in default
Example sentence • Many people lost their homes due to the high rate of foreclosures during the economic downturn.
12 3 verb
v
verb
• construct or form anew or provide with a new structure
Example sentence • The company restructures its management team every few years.
10 2 noun
n
noun
• abnormal narrowing of a bodily canal or passageway
Example sentence • The strictures of the dress code were too confining for the students.
10 2 noun
n
noun
• a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts
Example sentence • The ancient ruins are a testament to the impressive structures built by our ancestors.
15 4 noun
n
noun
• structure consisting of the part of a ship above the main deck
Example sentence • The superstructures of the skyscrapers shimmered in the sunlight.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• the feel of a surface or a fabric
Example sentence • I love the textures of the fabrics in this store.
9 2 noun
n
noun
• a substance that colors or dyes
verb
• fill, as with a certain quality
Example sentence • I bought several tinctures to help with my seasonal allergies.
14 5 noun
n
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Example sentence • I need to drop off the film at the photofinishers .
10 3 noun
n
noun
• a wild and exciting undertaking (not necessarily lawful)
verb
• take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome
Example sentence • I love reading about exciting adventures in books.
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