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Example sentence • Several dehydrogenases are involved in the process of cellular respiration.
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Example sentence • The appraisees were asked to complete a self-evaluation form.
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• any of numerous composite plants having flower heads with well-developed ray flowers usually arranged in a single whorl
Example sentence • She picked a bouquet of daisies from the garden.
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Example sentence • The lazies decided to stay in bed all day.
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Example sentence • The crew of the razees worked tirelessly to maintain the ship.
10 4 noun n noun
• (geology) a general equilibrium of the forces tending to elevate or depress the earth's crust
Example sentence • The study of isostasies provides valuable insights into the geologic history of a region.
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• a transferase that catalyzes the hydrolysis of ribonucleic acid
Example sentence • The activity of ribonucleases is crucial for many biological processes.
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• a separate part of a whole
verb
• to join or unite the pieces of
Example sentence • She cut the cake into small pieces.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the force of policemen and officers
verb
• maintain the security of by carrying out a patrol
Example sentence • The police arrested a suspect in connection with the robbery.
5 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a relation that provides the foundation for something
Example sentence • The candles were placed on the bases of the cake.
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• Matter in a state intermediate between liquid and plasma that can be contained only if it is fully surrounded by a solid (or in a bubble of liquid) (or held together by gravitational pull); it can condense into a liquid, or can (rarely) become a solid directly.
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• To kill with poisonous gas.
Example sentence • The gases released from the volcano were toxic.
5 1 verb v noun
• (`cease' is a noun only in the phrase `without cease') end
verb
• put an end to a state or an activity
Example sentence • Please cease talking in the library.
8 2 verb v noun
• a quantity that is added
verb
• become bigger or greater in amount
Example sentence • We need to increase the amount of exercise we do to stay healthy.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• property that is leased or rented out or let
Example sentence • He signed a lease for the apartment.
9 3 noun n noun
• something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained
Example sentence • The detective was determined to solve the mysteries surrounding the murder case.
8 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group
Example sentence • The company has strict policies regarding attendance.
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7 3 noun
• dilatation or distension of a hollow organ
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• The first part of a play, in which the setting and characters are introduced
Example sentence • In Greek grammar, protases are often introduced by the conjunction 'εἰ' (ei).
6 3 noun
• (usually countable) A tree, Antiaris toxicaria, of the mulberry family, common in the forests of Java and the neighboring islands, with poisonous secretions.
Example sentence • Some believe that upases possess mystical powers.
9 4 noun
• mentioning something by saying it will not be mentioned
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• a collection of maps in book form
Example sentence • I need to buy some atlases for my geography class.
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Example sentence • The diabases found in this region are known for their high density and durability.
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Example sentence • The diaphorases activity was measured in the tissue samples.
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• separation of an epiphysis from the long bone to which it is normally attached without fracture of the bone
Example sentence • The diastases in his legs caused him pain and limited his mobility.
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Example sentence • Certain esterases are used in the production of cosmetics.
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Example sentence • The exopeptidases function by cutting off one amino acid at a time from the terminal ends of a peptide chain.
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Example sentence • Deficiency of glucokinases can lead to diabetes.
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• surgical procedure of stopping the flow of blood (as with a hemostat)
Example sentence • The surgeon used various techniques to achieve hemostases and prevent excessive bleeding.
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• (physiology) metabolic equilibrium actively maintained by several complex biological mechanisms that operate via the autonomic nervous system to offset disrupting changes
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Example sentence • Many bacteria and archaea contain hydrogenases in their metabolic pathways.
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Example sentence • The influenza virus relies on neuraminidases for release of newly formed virus particles.
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• an oxidoreductase that catalyzes the incorporation of molecular oxygen
Example sentence • Certain oxygenases are involved in the degradation of environmental pollutants.
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6 2 adverb adv adverb
• to or from every one of two or more (considered individually)
Example sentence • They each paid $10 apiece for the concert tickets.
7 2 noun n Example sentence • Her decision to quit her job seemed to be driven by caprice rather than careful consideration.
11 3 noun n noun
• the central or most important feature
Example sentence • The beautiful flower arrangement served as the centerpiece of the table.
6 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• an angular or rounded shape made by folding
verb
• make wrinkles or creases on a smooth surface; make a pressed, folded or wrinkled line in; `crisp' is archaic
Example sentence • She carefully ironed out the creases in her dress.
8 2 verb v verb
• decrease in size, extent, or range
Example sentence • We need to decrease our expenses to save money.
8 2 noun n noun
• electro-acoustic transducer for converting electric signals into sounds; it is held over or inserted into the ear
Example sentence • She always wears an earpiece during her performances.
5 2 noun n noun
• solid excretory product evacuated from the bowels
Example sentence • The veterinarian examined the cat's feces for signs of parasites.
7 2 noun n noun
• a revue with elaborate costuming
Example sentence • Her follies and careless attitude cost her the job.
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• a covering or bunch of human or artificial hair used for disguise or adornment
Example sentence • She wore a hairpiece to conceal her bald spot.
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• the sediment from fermentation of an alcoholic beverage
Example sentence • The wine had settled, leaving behind a layer of lees in the bottle.
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