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6 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• the mother of Jesus; Christians refer to her as the Virgin Mary; she is especially honored by Roman Catholics
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• 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.
6 2 noun n noun
• the lofty nest of a bird of prey (such as a hawk or eagle)
adjective satellite
• characterized by lightness and insubstantiality; as impalpable or intangible as air
Example sentence • The eagles built their aeries high in the cliffs.
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.
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.
9 2 noun n noun
• 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.
4 1 noun n noun
• the sediment from fermentation of an alcoholic beverage
Example sentence • The wine had settled, leaving behind a layer of lees in the bottle.
8 3 noun n noun
• the decade from 1890 to 1899
Example sentence • The fashion trends of the nineties are making a comeback.
5 2 adjective adj Example sentence • She is clinically obese and needs to make some lifestyle changes.
7 2 verb, noun v, n verb
• repeat an earlier theme of a composition
Example sentence • The two pianists performed a reprise of their famous duet.
7 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a newspaper that is published every day
adverb
• every day; without missing a day
adjective satellite
• of or belonging to or occurring every day
Example sentence • I need to pick up my dailies from the pharmacy.
5 1 noun n noun
• web-footed long-necked typically gregarious migratory aquatic birds usually larger and less aquatic than ducks
Example sentence • The geese flew in a V formation across the sky.
9 4 noun n noun
• things that make you comfortable and at ease
Example sentence • The hotel offers various amenities such as a pool, gym, and spa.
11 4 noun n adjective
• not permanent; not lasting
noun
• a worker (especially in an office) hired on a temporary basis
adjective satellite
• lacking continuity or regularity
Example sentence • The company hired several temporaries to help with the busy season.
9 3 verb v verb
• to agree or express agreement
Example sentence • After hours of negotiation, the two parties finally acquiesced to a compromise.
10 3 noun n noun
• a painted or carved screen placed above and behind an altar or communion table
Example sentence • The altarpiece in the church features a beautifully carved scene from the Bible.
9 3 noun n noun
• waxy substance secreted by the sperm whale and found floating at sea or washed ashore; used in perfume
Example sentence • The perfume industry often uses ambergris as a fixative to enhance the longevity of fragrances.
8 2 noun n noun
• (15th-16th century) a flap for the crotch of men's tight-fitting breeches
Example sentence • In the 16th century, men commonly wore codpieces to accentuate their masculinity.
8 2 noun n noun
• a flat situated in the wings
Example sentence • The coulisse of the theater is where the actors wait before going on stage.
8 2 noun n noun
• combination of lenses at the viewing end of optical instruments
Example sentence • She looked through the eyepiece to get a closer look at the specimen.
12 3 noun n Example sentence • The frontispiece of the book featured an intricate illustration.
10 2 noun n noun
• a daughter of your niece or nephew
Example sentence • My grandniece is coming to visit next week.
8 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a style that uses the abstruse technical vocabulary of the law
Example sentence • Lawyers often use legalese to draft contracts.
11 3 noun n noun
• shelf that projects from wall above fireplace
Example sentence • The family photo sat proudly on the mantelpiece .
10 3 verb v verb
• die before; die earlier than
Example sentence • Jane predeceased her father, leaving her inheritance to her children.
9 2 noun n noun
• the outstanding item (the prize piece or main exhibit) in a collection
Example sentence • The Taj Mahal is considered a showpiece of Mughal architecture.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a lease from one lessee to another
verb
• lease or rent all or part of (a leased or rented property) to another person
Example sentence • I signed a sublease for the apartment while the main tenant was away.
8 2 verb, noun v, n Example sentence • After a long day of work, she finally found surcease in a warm bubble bath.
9 3 noun n noun
• a blue or green powder used as a paint pigment
Example sentence • The old bronze statue was covered in a layer of green verdigris .
6 3 noun n noun
• the highest point (of something)
Example sentence • The apices of the mountains were covered in snow.
10 3 noun n noun
• earnest or urgent request
Example sentence • Her entreaties to her parents fell on deaf ears.
7 2 noun n noun
• padding that is worn inside a brassiere
Example sentence • She wore falsies to enhance the appearance of her eyelashes.
5 2 noun n noun
• an Arabic term of respect for someone who has made the pilgrimage to Mecca
Example sentence • The hajis arrived in Mecca for the annual pilgrimage.
7 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• (slang) offensive names for a White man
8 3 noun n noun
• a car that is old and unreliable
Example sentence • They cruised down the highway in their beat-up jalopies .
7 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• One who is left-handed.
Example sentence • I have noticed that lefties tend to have a unique handwriting style.
8 2 noun n noun
• an alert and energetic person
Example sentence • I have a pack of sharpies in different colors.
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