6 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• the commercial exchange (buying and selling on domestic or international markets) of goods and services
Example sentence • He worked in the building trades for many years.
5 1 verb, noun v, n verb
• search without warning, make a sudden surprise attack on
Example sentence • The government launched a series of raids on illegal arms dealers.
6 1 noun n noun
• (plural) something that reminds you of someone or something
Example sentence • She wore a pair of stylish shades to protect her eyes from the sun.
7 2 verb v Example sentence • He abrades the metal surface to remove rust.
7 2 noun n noun
• a speech of violent denunciation
Example sentence • His tirades against the government were filled with anger and frustration.
5 1 verb v noun
• English tennis player who won many women's singles titles (born in 1945)
verb
• walk (through relatively shallow water)
Example sentence • She wades through the shallow water to reach the other side of the river.
8 2 noun n noun
• guessing game in which one player pantomimes a word or phrase for others to guess
Example sentence • We played a game of charades at the party.
6 1 noun n noun
• a hairdo formed by braiding or twisting the hair
verb
• make by braiding or interlacing
Example sentence • She wore her hair in braids .
4 1 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a serious (often fatal) disease of the immune system transmitted through blood products especially by sexual contact or contaminated needles
Example sentence • He received aids counseling before starting his treatment.
9 3 verb v verb
• win approval or support for
Example sentence • She persuades her friends to go to the movies with her.
8 2 noun n noun
• a mountain range in the northwestern United States extending through Washington and Oregon and northern California; a part of the Coast Range
Example sentence • The cascades of water sparkled in the sunlight.
6 1 noun n noun
• especially a leaf of grass or the broad portion of a leaf as distinct from the petiole
Example sentence • The helicopter blades spun rapidly overhead.
5 1 verb v noun
• a golf shot that curves to the right for a right-handed golfer
verb
• become less clearly visible or distinguishable; disappear gradually or seemingly
Example sentence • The sunset fades away, leaving a beautiful orange glow.
6 1 noun n noun
• a playing card in the major suit that has one or more black figures on it
Example sentence • He always carries a deck of cards with him, and his favorite suit is spades .
6 1 noun n noun
• leather with a napped surface
Example sentence • I bought a pair of suedes for the party.
8 2 noun n noun
• a small explosive bomb thrown by hand or fired from a missile
Example sentence • The police discovered a stockpile of grenades in the suspect's residence.
9 3 noun n noun
• fortification consisting of a strong fence made of stakes driven into the ground
verb
• surround with a wall in order to fortify
Example sentence • The palisades along the river provided natural defense for the ancient city.
5 1 noun n noun
• (Greek mythology) the god of the underworld in ancient mythology; brother of Zeus and husband of Persephone
Example sentence • The president relies on his trusted aides for advice.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a semiprecious gemstone that takes a high polish; is usually green but sometimes whitish; consists of jadeite or nephrite
adjective satellite
• of something having the color of jade; especially varying from bluish green to yellowish green
verb
• lose interest or become bored with something or somebody
Example sentence • Her collection of jades is extensive and valuable.
7 2 noun n noun
• a covered passageway with shops and stalls on either side
Example sentence • The arcades were filled with the sound of laughter and music.
9 2 noun n noun
• a war measure that isolates some area of importance to the enemy
verb
• hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of
Example sentence • The government imposed blockades to prevent the protesters from reaching the city center.
8 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• army unit smaller than a division, typically consisting of a small number of battalions
verb
• form or unite into a brigade
Example sentence • The fire brigades responded quickly to the emergency.
8 2 noun n noun
• thick heavy expensive material with a raised pattern
verb
• weave a design into (textiles)
Example sentence • She wore a beautiful dress made of gold brocades .
7 2 noun n Example sentence • Over the decades , technology has advanced immensely.
6 2 verb v verb
• avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)
Example sentence • He evades answering questions about his past.
7 2 verb v verb
• march aggressively into another's territory by military force for the purposes of conquest and occupation
Example sentence • The military invades the enemy's territory.
7 2 noun n noun
• a ceremonial procession including people marching
8 2 verb v verb
• spread or diffuse through
Example sentence • The scent of flowers pervades the garden.
10 3 noun n noun
• a large subtropical swamp in southern Florida that is noted for its wildlife
6 1 noun n noun
• a tract of land with few or no trees in the middle of a wooded area
Example sentence • The forest was dense, but occasional glades let in patches of sunlight.
9 3 noun n noun
• a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
Example sentence • She received numerous accolades for her performance in the movie.
10 3 noun n noun
• a barrier set up by police to stop traffic on a street or road in order to catch a fugitive or inspect traffic etc.
verb
• render unsuitable for passage
Example sentence • The protestors built barricades to block off the entrance to the government building.
8 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end
verb
• exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for
10 3 noun n noun
• a preserve made of the pulp and rind of citrus fruits
Example sentence • I bought four jars of marmalades at the grocery store.
10 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• a formal ball held for a school class toward the end of the academic year
verb
• march in a procession in a public place
Example sentence • The park is known for its beautiful promenades .
9 3 noun n noun
• someone who rebels and becomes an outlaw
adjective satellite
• having deserted a cause or principle
verb
• break with established customs
Example sentence • The renegades plotted to overthrow the government.
9 2 noun n noun
• fortification consisting of a fence made of a line of stout posts set firmly for defense
verb
• surround with a stockade in order to fortify
Example sentence • During the war, prisoners were held captive in stockades .
12 2 noun n noun
• a pocketknife with a blade that springs open at the press of a button
Example sentence • He has a collection of switchblades .
5 1 verb, noun v, n Example sentence • The maids clean the hotel rooms every day.
11 3 noun n noun
• an unmarried woman who attends the bride at a wedding
Example sentence • The bridesmaids wore matching dresses.
8 2 noun n noun
• half woman and half fish; lives in the sea
Example sentence • I love reading fairy tales about mermaids .
8 2 verb v verb
• reduce the level of land, as by erosion
Example sentence • Continuous exposure to sunlight degrades the quality of the fabric.
9 3 noun n noun
• a wild and exciting undertaking (not necessarily lawful)
Example sentence • She recounted her thrilling escapades while traveling through Europe.
9 3 noun n noun
• mixtures of vinegar or wine and oil with various spices and seasonings; used for soaking foods before cooking
Example sentence • I love experimenting with different marinades when grilling chicken.
10 3 noun n noun
• a procession of people traveling in motor cars
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• an upward slope or grade (as in a road)
verb
• rate higher; raise in value or esteem
Example sentence • The new computer comes with several upgrades .
10 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the property possessed by a slope or surface that descends
verb
• rate lower; lower in value or esteem
Example sentence • The downgrades in the company's credit rating have alarmed investors.
12 3 noun n noun
• (trademark) an in-line skate
verb
• travel on shoes with a single line of rubber wheels attached to their soles
Example sentence • I bought a new pair of rollerblades .
11 4 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• the ace in the spade suit; sometimes taken as a portent of death
Example sentence • He pulled the ace of spades from his deck of cards.
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