6 1 noun
n
noun
• a small bird that resembles a swallow and is noted for its rapid flight
Example sentence • The swifts are returning to their nesting grounds after spending the winter in warmer climates.
5 1 noun
n
noun
• a gap between cloud masses
Example sentence • The earthquake caused deep rifts in the ground.
7 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• any of numerous sun-loving low-growing evergreens of the genus Armeria having round heads of pink or white flowers
Example sentence • Many thrifts offer low-interest loans to their members.
5 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• something acquired without compensation
verb
• give qualities or abilities to
Example sentence • She received many gifts on her birthday.
6 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• an event in which something is displaced without rotation
verb
• make a shift in or exchange of
Example sentence • She works different shifts at the hospital.
5 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• the act of giving temporary assistance
verb
• raise from a lower to a higher position
Example sentence • She took the elevator to the top-floor and saw the panoramic lifts .
5 1 verb
v
verb
• move as if through a sieve
Example sentence • She sifts the flour before baking the cake.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective
v, n, adj
noun
• transportation of people or goods by air (especially when other means of access are unavailable)
verb
• fly people or goods to or from places not accessible by other means
Example sentence • The country organized airlifts to deliver supplies to the remote regions affected by the natural disaster.
9 2 verb, noun
v, n
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Example sentence • Several boatlifts were used to evacuate the residents during the flood.
9 2 noun
n
noun
• a small industrial vehicle with a power operated forked platform in front that can be inserted under loads to lift and move them
Example sentence • The warehouse uses forklifts to move pallets of goods.
9 2 verb
v
verb
• To steal something from a shop / store during trading hours.
Example sentence • He shoplifts candy from the store.
6 1 verb
v
noun
• A confidence game or swindle.
verb
• To obtain illegally, as by con game.
Example sentence • She grifts money from unsuspecting tourists.
7 1 noun
n
noun
• the act of being shriven
10 2 verb, noun
v, n
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Example sentence • The astronomer studied the blueshifts of distant galaxies.
9 2 noun
n
noun
• A weight training exercise where one lifts a loaded barbell off the ground from a stabilized bent-over position.
verb
• To lift a barbell while moving the body from a bent-over position to a standing position.
Example sentence • I am incorporating deadlifts into my workout routine.
10 2 verb
v
verb
• To shift a transmission into a lower gear.
Example sentence • He downshifts to a lower gear before going down the steep hill.
8 3 noun
n
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Example sentence • She decided to get eyelifts to reduce the appearance of wrinkles around her eyes.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• plastic surgery to remove wrinkles and other signs of aging from your face; an incision is made near the hair line and skin is pulled back and excess tissue is excised
Example sentence • She underwent multiple facelifts in an attempt to look younger.
11 3 noun
n
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Example sentence • Certain chemicals can induce frameshifts in DNA sequences.
10 2 noun
n
noun
• a mechanical device for engaging and disengaging gears
Example sentence • The car's gearshifts were smooth and effortless.
9 3 noun
n
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Example sentence • The helilifts transported supplies to the remote village.
10 2 verb, noun
v, n
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10 3 noun
n
noun
• something contrived to meet an urgent need or emergency
adjective satellite
• done or made using whatever is available
Example sentence • He used old crates and pallets to create makeshifts for shelves.
8 2
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9 2 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• (astronomy) a shift in the spectra of very distant galaxies toward longer wavelengths (toward the red end of the spectrum); generally interpreted as evidence that the universe is expanding
Example sentence • Astronomers use redshifts to determine the distance of galaxies.
7 2
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8 2 noun
n
Example sentence • The military used sealifts to transport troops and equipment overseas.
12 2 noun
n
noun
• someone who spends money prodigally
8 2
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Example sentence • She unshifts her weight from one foot to the other while waiting in line.
7 2 verb
v
noun
• (geology) a rise of land to a higher elevation (as in the process of mountain building)
verb
• fill with high spirits; fill with optimism
Example sentence • She uplifts her spirits by listening to uplifting music.
8 2
noun
• A shift to a higher gear
verb
• To shift to a higher gear
Example sentence • He upshifts quickly to gain more speed.
5 1 noun
n
noun
• a hand with the fingers clenched in the palm (as for hitting)
Example sentence • He clenched his fists in anger.
5 1 noun
n
noun
• a thin fog with condensation near the ground
verb
• become covered with mist
Example sentence • The mists rolled in from the sea, enveloping the town in a ghostly haze.
6 1 verb
v
noun
• an unforeseen development
verb
• to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling)
Example sentence • He twists his ankle while playing soccer.
7 2 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose
verb
• give help or assistance; be of service
Example sentence • He has 10 assists so far this season.
6 2 verb, noun
v, n
verb
• have an existence, be extant
Example sentence • The possibility of extraterrestrial life exists .
8 2 verb
v
Example sentence • Despite facing numerous obstacles, he persists in pursuing his dreams.
5 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a database containing an ordered array of items (names or topics)
verb
• give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of
Example sentence • She lists her favorite books on her blog.
6 1 noun
n
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Example sentence • We hiked along the rugged clifts , enjoying the breathtaking views of the ocean.
10 2 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a ski lift on which riders (skiers or sightseers) are seated and carried up or down a mountainside; seats are hung from an endless overhead cable
Example sentence • The chairlifts at the ski resort provide convenient transportation up the mountain.
10 2 noun
n
noun
• a mass of snow heaped up by the wind
Example sentence • The children had a great time playing in the deep snowdrifts .
10 2 noun
n
noun
• spray blown up from the surface of the sea
Example sentence • The boat was covered in spindrifts after sailing through rough waters.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• any of various evangelical Protestant churches that believe in the baptism of voluntary believers
10 3 noun
n
noun
• a Protestant denomination founded on the principles of John Wesley and Charles Wesley
5 1 noun
n
noun
• a closed sac that develops abnormally in some body structure
Example sentence • She underwent surgery to remove the cysts from her ovaries.
6 1 noun
n
adjective
• of or relating to deism
noun
• a person who believes that God created the universe and then abandoned it
Example sentence • Many deists believe in a higher power but reject organized religion.
7 1 noun
n
noun
• the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area
verb
• establish a forest on previously unforested land
Example sentence • In some cultures, forests are considered sacred.
5 1 noun
n
noun
• the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work
Example sentence • Can you provide the gists of the discussion?
6 1 noun
n
noun
• grain intended to be or that has been ground
Example sentence • The mill ground grists into flour.
5 1 noun
n
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