10 3 noun n noun
• a formal religious ceremony conferring a specific grace on those who receive it; the two Protestant ceremonies are baptism and the Lord's Supper; in the Roman Catholic Church and the Eastern Orthodox Church there are seven traditional rites accepted as instituted by Jesus: baptism and confirmation and Holy Eucharist and penance and holy orders and matrimony and extreme unction
Example sentence • The Catholic Church recognizes seven sacraments : baptism, confirmation, Eucharist, penance, anointing of the sick, matrimony, and holy orders.
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• a specialized division of a large organization
Example sentence • The school has multiple departments , including the science department.
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• the rapid and continuous delivery of linguistic communication (spoken or written)
Example sentence • The city endured relentless bombardments during the war.
12 4 noun n Example sentence • There are four basic temperaments : sanguine, choleric, melancholic, and phlegmatic.
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• act of taking the place of another especially using underhanded tactics
Example sentence • The displacements caused by the earthquake left many homes destroyed.
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• something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress
Example sentence • Language barriers can act as impediments to effective communication.
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• violent or severe weather (viewed as caused by the action of the four elements)
Example sentence • The periodic table lists all the elements known to mankind.
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• tender, romantic, or nostalgic feeling or emotion
Example sentence • Her sentiments towards the movie were positive.
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• a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house
Example sentence • The apartments are located on the top floor of the building.
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• a space into which an area is subdivided
Example sentence • She opened the compartments of the jewelry box to admire her collection.
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• a conflict of people's opinions or actions or characters
Example sentence • They had many disagreements over how to prioritize their tasks.
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• a long steep slope or cliff at the edge of a plateau or ridge; usually formed by erosion
Example sentence • The Grand Canyon is characterized by towering escarpments .
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• a device that requires skill for proper use
verb
• equip with instruments for measuring, recording, or controlling
Example sentence • The surgeon used various instruments during the operation.
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• a run-down apartment house barely meeting minimal standards
Example sentence • The city is known for its historic tenements , which are now popular tourist attractions.
10 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• instrumentation (a piece of equipment or tool) used to effect an end
verb
• apply in a manner consistent with its purpose or design
Example sentence • She placed her gardening implements neatly in the shed.
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• a sheet or band of tough fibrous tissue connecting bones or cartilages or supporting muscles or organs
Example sentence • The torn ligaments in his knee required surgery.
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• a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one
Example sentence • The character in the story encounters various predicaments throughout the plot.
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• a sporting competition in which contestants play a series of games to decide the winner
Example sentence • He participates in various golf tournaments throughout the year.
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• a feeling of dissatisfaction that results when your expectations are not realized
Example sentence • I've had many disappointments in my career.
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• the act of increasing (something) in size or volume or quantity or scope
Example sentence • The enlargements in the museum were beautifully framed.
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• time during which some action is awaited
Example sentence • The postponements of the match were due to bad weather conditions.
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• army unit smaller than a division, which can be divided into several companies, squadrons, or batteries and often into two battalions.
verb
• subject to rigid discipline, order, and systematization
Example sentence • The army was divided into several regiments for the mission.
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• the act of furnishing an equivalent person or thing in the place of another
Example sentence • I need to order replacements for the broken chairs.
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• matter that has been deposited by some natural process
Example sentence • The sediments at the bottom of the lake contain ancient fossils.
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• a preparation (a sauce or relish or spice) to enhance flavor or enjoyment
Example sentence • I like to put ketchup and mustard, which are common condiments , on my hot dog.
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• an event or situation that happens at the same time as or in connection with another
Example sentence • The salad was served with various accompaniments , such as olives, tomatoes, and feta cheese.
11 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• a word or phrase used to complete a grammatical construction
verb
• make complete or perfect; supply what is wanting or form the complement to
Example sentence • The red scarf complements the black dress perfectly.
9 3 noun n noun
• a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true
Example sentence • The couple always has arguments about money.
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• weaponry used by military or naval force
Example sentence • The country was heavily investing in armaments to strengthen its military.
9 3 noun n noun
• writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)
Example sentence • Please make sure to bring all the necessary documents with you.
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• a very slender natural or synthetic fiber
Example sentence • The spider's web is made up of delicate filaments .
9 3 noun n noun
• a structure erected to commemorate persons or events
Example sentence • The Statue of Liberty is one of the most iconic monuments in the world.
9 3 noun n noun
• something used to beautify
verb
• make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.
Example sentence • I hung the ornaments on the Christmas tree.
10 3 noun n Example sentence • The lawyer presented the testaments as evidence in the court.
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• the action of accomplishing something
Example sentence • She proudly listed her accomplishments on her resume.
10 3 noun n noun
• the statement (oral or written) of an exchange of promises
Example sentence • The business partners signed the agreements to finalize the merger.
12 3 noun n noun
• the act of putting a person into a non-elective position
Example sentence • I have a lot of appointments scheduled for tomorrow.
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• military installation consisting of a prepared position for siting a weapon
Example sentence • The soldiers dug emplacements to hold their weapons.
12 3 noun n noun
• a promotional statement (as found on the dust jackets of books)
Example sentence • The politician's endorsements from prominent figures helped boost his popularity.
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• the act of enforcing; ensuring observance of or obedience to
Example sentence • The enforcements of the new policy have led to a decrease in crime rates.
12 3 noun n noun
• placing private property in the custody of an officer of the law
Example sentence • The government agency is responsible for monitoring the construction and maintenance of impoundments .
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• a change for the better; progress in development
Example sentence • The company made significant improvements in its manufacturing processes.
10 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the spatial property of the way in which something is placed
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• a military operation (often involving new supplies of men and materiel) to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its mission
Example sentence • The army sent reinforcements to bolster the front line.
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• a body of people who settle far from home but maintain ties with their homeland; inhabitants remain nationals of their home state but are not literally under the home state's system of government
Example sentence • The settlers established several new settlements in the unexplored territory.
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• a long artificial mound of stone or earth; built to hold back water or to support a road or as protection
Example sentence • The embankments along the river protected the town from flooding.
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• the act of forming or establishing something
Example sentence • Many local establishments were forced to close due to the economic downturn.
12 3 noun
• a drug that suppresses appetite
Example sentence • I've been taking suppressants to help control my asthma symptoms.
8 2 verb, noun v, n adjective
• temporal sense; intermediate between past and future; now existing or happening or in consideration
noun
• the period of time that is happening now; any continuous stretch of time including the moment of speech
verb
• give an exhibition of to an interested audience
Example sentence • I received many presents on my birthday.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• someone who pays rent to use land or a building or a car that is owned by someone else
Example sentence • The landlord is responsible for addressing the concerns of the tenants .
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