7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• an event that causes someone to die
Example sentence • He was charged with killing his neighbor's dog.
10 3 verb v noun
• teaching or impressing upon the mind by frequent instruction or repetition
Example sentence • She was good at instilling confidence in her students.
8 2 noun n noun
• the basic unit of money in Uganda; equal to 100 cents
Example sentence • He handed her a shilling for the bus fare.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• cultivation of the land in order to raise crops
Example sentence • The tilling of the land before planting helps to improve crop yields.
7 2 adjective adj adjective
• disposed or inclined toward
noun
• the act of making a choice
adjective satellite
• not brought about by coercion or force
Example sentence • He is always willing to help others.
8 2 verb, noun v, n verb
• To set apart; separate.
noun
• A Scandinavian monetary unit and coin up to the 19th century. (A subdivision of the Swedish riksdaler, the Danish and Norwegian rigsdaler and speciedaler).
Example sentence • The company invested heavily in employee skilling programs.
8 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj verb
• cause or allow (a liquid substance) to run or flow from a container
7 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• any material that fills a space or container
Example sentence • The sandwich was full of tasty and filling ingredients.
8 2 verb v noun
• the drinking of large mouthfuls rapidly
Example sentence • He was swilling beer all night long.
7 2 verb v verb
• Of a woven fabric surface, to form small matted balls of fiber.
noun
• Balls of fibre formed on clothing through usage, often called pill or pills.
7 2 verb, noun v, n verb
• To trickle, pour, or run like a small stream.
Example sentence • The sound of rilling water filled the air as we hiked along the river.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• request for payment of a debt
Example sentence • The billing for this month's utilities is due on the 15th.
8 2 adjective adj noun
• the process of becoming cooler; a falling temperature
adjective satellite
• provoking fear or terror
Example sentence • The chilling wind blew through the open window.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • The sound of drilling echoed through the building.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• cooking by direct exposure to radiant heat (as over a fire or under a grill)
Example sentence • I love the smell of grilling burgers on a summer evening.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• corrugated edge of a coin
Example sentence • The milling of wheat into flour is a common process in the food industry.
9 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• causing a surge of emotion or excitement
Example sentence • The thrilling roller coaster ride left her breathless.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• United States literary critic (1905-1975)
Example sentence • The trilling sound of the birds filled the air.
9 3 adjective adj adjective
• not disposed to and refusing to do something
adjective satellite
• in spite of contrary volition
Example sentence • He was unwilling to participate in the group activity.
10 3 adjective adj Example sentence • My job as a teacher is incredibly fulfilling .
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a weave used to produce the effect of parallel diagonal ribs
verb
• weave diagonal lines into (textiles)
Example sentence • The twilling of the fabric gives it a unique texture.
8 2 noun n noun
• pen made from a bird's feather
Example sentence • She spent hours doing quilling to create intricate designs.
9 3 noun n noun
• An object whose nature is yet to be defined.
verb
• Applied to an action whose name is forgotten by, unknown or unimportant to the user, e.g. from words of a song.
adjective
• Having a characteristic that the speaker cannot specify.
adverb
• (degree) Somewhat; to a degree.
pronoun
• An uncertain or unspecified thing; one thing.
Example sentence • I need something to eat.
9 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• formerly the basic unit of money in Austria
Example sentence • I found a schilling on the ground while I was walking.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the state of being asleep
adjective satellite
• lying with head on paws as if sleeping
Example sentence • I love sleeping in on weekends.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of smoking tobacco or other substances
adjective satellite
• emitting smoke in great volume
Example sentence • People should be aware of the dangers of smoking .
8 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj adjective
• capable of or involving speech or speaking
noun
• the utterance of intelligible speech
Example sentence • She gave a captivating speaking performance.
7 2 verb v verb
• To form into a heap or mound.
noun
• The act or process of heaping or drawing earth around plants.
Example sentence • He was hilling the potatoes in the garden.
10 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• causing distress or worry or anxiety
Example sentence • The disturbing news unsettled the whole community.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of taking something from someone unlawfully
Example sentence • The stealing of the jewelry was executed with great precision.
8 2 noun n noun
• the act of guiding or showing the way
Example sentence • The steering of the ship requires strong and skilled hands.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• extending out above or beyond a surface or boundary
Example sentence • She had a sticking plaster on her finger.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• moving as on a slippery surface
Example sentence • The wet floor was slippery, and I kept slipping while trying to walk.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the act of perceiving the odor of something
adjective satellite
• (used with `of' or `with') noticeably odorous
Example sentence • She is smelling the perfume before buying it.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement
adjective satellite
• smiling with happiness or optimism
Example sentence • She had a bright, smiling face that lit up the room.
8 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• forming words with letters according to the principles underlying accepted usage
Example sentence • Please check the spelling of that word.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj Example sentence • The spinning wheel created a mesmerizing pattern.
8 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• the act of spitting (forcefully expelling saliva)
Example sentence • The spitting image of her grandmother, right down to the red hair and freckles.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj adjective satellite
• causing physical or especially psychological injury
Example sentence • The stabbing shocked the entire neighborhood.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• a hunt for game carried on by following it stealthily or waiting in ambush
Example sentence • The victim reported the stalking to the police.
7 2 verb, adverb v, adv adjective satellite
• (used of eyes) open and fixed as if in fear or wonder
Example sentence • She was staring at the painting on the wall.
8 2 verb v adjective satellite
• indicating the most important performer or role
Example sentence • She is starring in a new movie.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• fastener consisting of a narrow strip of welded metal used to join steel members
Example sentence • I made a brief stopping at the store to pick up some snacks.
8 2 adjective adj Example sentence • She wore a stunning red dress to the party.
8 2 verb, noun v, n adjective satellite
• filled or brimming with tears
Example sentence • I enjoy swimming in the ocean.
8 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• changing location by moving back and forth
adjective satellite
• characterized by a buoyant rhythm
Example sentence • The swinging pendulum kept time with the music.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• an exchange of ideas via conversation
Example sentence • The talking parrot entertained the kids at the birthday party.
12 3 noun n noun
• a short prayer of thanks before a meal
6 2 adverb, adjective adv, adj Example sentence • She is a trying person to be around
8 2 noun n noun
• a young child who is just beginning to walk
Example sentence • The farmer bought a yearling at the livestock auction.
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