6 2 noun n noun
• a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations
Example sentence • She adored that old saying : 'Actions speak louder than words.'
6 2 verb v noun
• an elaborate party (often outdoors)
Example sentence • They are feting the retiring professor with a grand party.
6 2 verb, adjective v, adj Example sentence • I received a paying job offer after months of searching.
10 3 verb v noun
• a representation by picture or portraiture
Example sentence • He does a great job portraying the character in the play.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj verb
• provide commentary for a film, for example
Example sentence • The narrating of the story was captivating.
7 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• continuing or remaining in a place or state
verb
• stay the same; remain in a certain state
Example sentence • I enjoy staying active by participating in various sports.
11 4 adjective adj adjective
• arousing or holding the attention
Example sentence • I found the book very interesting to read.
11 4 verb v
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Example sentence • The chemist was sulfureting a compound in the lab.
6 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the production of eggs (especially in birds)
Example sentence • She found her cat laying on the sofa.
8 2 adjective adj adjective
• inclined to believe or confide readily; full of trust
Example sentence • She is a trusting individual who always sees the best in others.
9 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat
Example sentence • I used to watch professional wrestling on TV when I was a kid.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• something left after other parts have been taken away
verb
• not move; be in a resting position
Example sentence • She found a resting spot under the shade of a tree.
7 2 verb v noun
• the act of acquiring something
Example sentence • I am getting ready for work.
11 4 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• in a condition of biological rest or suspended animation
Example sentence • The bear is hibernating in its den.
13 4 adjective adj Example sentence • The fireworks show was truly scintillating .
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• any general reduction in vitality and strength of body and mind resulting from a debilitating chronic disease
Example sentence • She was angry about the wasting food at the party.
9 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the sound made by something moving rapidly or by steam coming out of a small aperture
Example sentence • The sound of the wind whistling through the trees was so soothing.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the act of playing a musical instrument
Example sentence • He is a playing member of the football team.
7 2 verb, adverb, noun, adjective v, adv, n, adj noun
• the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)
adjective satellite
• being and remaining ready and available for use
Example sentence • I hate waiting in line at the grocery store.
10 3 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj 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 is pressuring him to finish the project on time.
9 3 verb, noun v, n Example sentence • The strong winds were buffeting the trees.
8 2 noun n noun
• a flavored sugar topping used to coat and decorate cakes
Example sentence • I spread the frosting over the entire cake.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• understanding with difficulty
adjective satellite
• immoderately desirous of acquiring e.g. wealth
Example sentence • Her grasping behavior towards others made her unpopular.
8 2 noun n noun
• white grape grown in Europe and California
Example sentence • I ordered a bottle of riesling to pair with my seafood dinner.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• cooking (meat) by dry heat in an oven (usually with fat added)
Example sentence • He put the chicken in the oven for roasting .
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the formation of reddish-brown ferric oxides on iron by low-temperature oxidation in the presence of water
Example sentence • The old bicycle was covered in rusting chains and spokes.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj adjective satellite
• characterized by soft sounds
Example sentence • The rustling of leaves in the breeze was soothing.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• unlawful premeditated killing of a human being by a human being
Example sentence • The slaying of the dragon was a great victory for the knights.
8 2 verb v noun
• the dispersion of fungicides or insecticides or fertilizer on growing crops (often from a low-flying aircraft)
Example sentence • I saw a painter spraying the walls with a fresh coat of paint.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj adjective satellite
• unable to find your way
Example sentence • The straying of the lost sheep was of great concern to the shepherd.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• the practice of measuring angles and distances on the ground so that they can be accurately plotted on a map
Example sentence • The surveying of the land is necessary before starting construction.
9 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow)
Example sentence • The knight's powerful thrusting pierced through the enemy's armor.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj Example sentence • The weighing scale is broken.
8 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • The gardener is aerating the lawn to improve its health.
6 2 verb v verb
• moderate or restrain; lessen the force of
Example sentence • He was bating the fish to lure them closer.
8 3 verb, adjective v, adj Example sentence • The dilating pupils indicated that he was under the influence of drugs.
8 3 verb v verb
• attach (oneself) to a person or thing in a neurotic way
Example sentence • He has a tendency to fixating on small details.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj Example sentence • The gestating process of a baby lasts approximately nine months.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• any compound that contains water of crystallization
verb
• supply water or liquid to in order to maintain a healthy balance
Example sentence • Using a hydrating lotion can help moisturize and nourish your skin.
9 3 verb v verb
• To install (someone) in office; to establish.
Example sentence • The company is instating a new policy on dress code.
9 3 verb v verb
• examine (a body part) by palpation
Example sentence • The doctor was palpating the patient's abdomen to check for any abnormalities.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• pay for something before receiving it
Example sentence • I always prefer prepaying for my hotel reservations.
8 3 verb v Example sentence • I will be repaying my loan in monthly installments.
9 3 verb, noun v, n
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Example sentence • The replating of the silverware was done expertly.
10 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• a gate at the rear of a vehicle; can be lowered for loading
verb
• follow at a dangerously close distance
Example sentence • I love the atmosphere of tailgating in the parking lot.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the exchange of goods for an agreed sum of money
Example sentence • We need to create a new marketing strategy for this product.
9 4 verb v adjective satellite
• causing motion or action or change
Example sentence • He was responsible for actuating the alarm system when the fire broke out.
12 5 verb, adjective v, adj adjective
• making impure or corrupt by adding extraneous materials
Example sentence • The chef was accused of adulterating the food by adding cheap ingredients.
9 4 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• giving spirit and vivacity
Example sentence • The animating force behind the project was her passion for marine conservation.
12 4 verb v noun
• the act of congregating
Example sentence • A group of birds were congregating in the tree.
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