10 3 adverb, adjective adv, adj adjective
• becoming greater or larger
Example sentence • The increasing temperature is causing the ice to melt faster.
9 3 verb v adjective satellite
• emotionally purging (of e.g. art)
Example sentence • The company is planning on releasing a new product next month.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• property that is leased or rented out or let
Example sentence • She is leasing her apartment to a young couple.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a separate part of a whole
verb
• to join or unite the pieces of
Example sentence • She spent hours piecing together the puzzle.
9 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• continuing forever or indefinitely
Example sentence • He worked with unceasing energy to meet the deadline.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a thick fatty oil (especially one used to lubricate machinery)
Example sentence • The greasing of the gears helped the machine run smoothly.
10 3 adjective adj adjective
• becoming less or smaller
Example sentence • The decreasing temperatures signaled the arrival of winter.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of harassing someone playfully or maliciously (especially by ridicule); provoking someone with persistent annoyances
adjective satellite
• playfully vexing (especially by ridicule)
Example sentence • She had a teasing smile on her face.
8 2 adjective adj adjective
• giving pleasure and satisfaction
noun
• the act of one who pleases
adjective satellite
• pleasant or agreeable to the senses
Example sentence • The music was pleasing to my ears.
8 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• the force of policemen and officers
verb
• maintain the security of by carrying out a patrol
Example sentence • Community policing involves building strong relationships between law enforcement and the local community.
10 3 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 • The subleasing agreement stated that the tenant would be responsible for any damages caused to the property.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• small stuff that is used for lashing two or more ropes together
Example sentence • The seizing army marched into the city triumphantly.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a symptom consisting of the involuntary expulsion of air from the nose
Example sentence • Her sneezing startled everyone in the room.
9 2 verb v noun
• the act of gripping and pressing firmly
Example sentence • She was squeezing the lemon to get the juice out.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music
Example sentence • She took several dance classes and eventually became a professional in dancing .
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • She had a missing button on her shirt.
6 2 verb v verb
• fail to keep or to maintain; cease to have, either physically or in an abstract sense
Example sentence • I am losing my patience with your constant excuses.
7 2 noun n noun
• (`cease' is a noun only in the phrase `without cease') end
verb
• put an end to a state or an activity
Example sentence • The ceasing of rain allowed us to go outside and play.
5 2 verb v noun
• an act that exploits or victimizes someone (treats them unfairly)
Example sentence • I am using my phone to make a call.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of observing; taking a patient look
Example sentence • I enjoy watching movies on weekends.
7 3 adjective adj Example sentence • The view from the top of the mountain was amazing .
8 2 noun n noun
• the formal act of approving
Example sentence • Receiving a promotion at work was a true blessing for him.
7 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually; look
adjective satellite
• appearing to be as specified; usually used as combining forms
Example sentence • I am looking for my car keys.
7 2 verb v verb
• To make peace; to put at peace; to be at peace.
5 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the state or fact of existing
Example sentence • He's a great being who always helps others.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• rebounding from an impact (or series of impacts)
Example sentence • The bouncing ball rolled across the playground.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• fighting with the fists
Example sentence • I enjoy watching professional boxing matches.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of closing something
Example sentence • The closing of the deal took longer than expected.
6 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• the act of drawing spatially closer to something
adjective satellite
• of the relatively near future
Example sentence • The coming storm is going to be intense.
8 2 verb, noun v, n Example sentence • The pedestrian waited at the zebra crossing for the cars to pass.
8 2 noun n noun
• savory dressings for salads; basically of two kinds: either the thin French or vinaigrette type or the creamy mayonnaise type
Example sentence • I bought a new dressing for my salad.
6 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a lining applied to the edge of a garment for ornamentation or strengthening
Example sentence • The facing brick on the house is starting to crumble.
6 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of putting something in working order again
Example sentence • I need to do some fixing around the house.
8 2 adjective adj noun
• the withdrawal of heat to change something from a liquid to a solid
Example sentence • I'm so cold, it's freezing outside.
7 2 verb v noun
• the act of acquiring something
Example sentence • I am getting ready for work.
5 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj Example sentence • The going rate for a haircut at this salon is $50.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• an estimate based on little or no information
Example sentence • Her guessing of the answer was completely accurate.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval)
Example sentence • The hissing sound of the snake startled me.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs)
Example sentence • Their passionate kissing brought tears to my eyes.
6 2 verb, adverb, noun v, adv, n noun
• the act of mixing together
Example sentence • The mixing of colors created a beautiful painting.
7 2 noun n noun
• the time period between dawn and noon
Example sentence • I woke up early in the morning to go for a run.
7 2 noun n noun
• a quantity of no importance; thing (object:), singular, negative pronoun; pronoun, thing, singular; quantifier: negative existential
adverb
• in no respect; to no degree
Example sentence • I have nothing to do today.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the work of caring for the sick or injured or infirm
Example sentence • She decided to pursue a career in nursing .
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj adjective
• of advancing the ball by throwing it
noun
• (American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate
adverb
• to an extraordinary degree
adjective satellite
• lasting a very short time
Example sentence • The passing of the new law will create stricter regulations.
8 2 adjective adj noun
• the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure
adjective satellite
• compelling immediate action
Example sentence • The pressing issue of climate change needs immediate attention.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the sport of engaging in contests of speed
Example sentence • Horse racing is a popular sport in many countries.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the act of physically reaching or thrusting out
Example sentence • The reaching vines covered the entire wall.
10 2 adverb, adjective adv, adj noun
• a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry
Example sentence • I heard a screeching noise coming from the car accident.
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.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the profession of a teacher
Example sentence • My mother is a teaching assistant at a local school.
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