11 2 noun n noun
• any of the seats occupied by backbenchers in the House of Commons
Example sentence • The new parliamentarian was assigned to the backbenches because of his lack of experience.
10 2 verb v
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10 2 verb v Example sentence • The company entrenches itself in the market by offering unique products.
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8 2 noun n noun
• a ditch dug as a fortification having a parapet of the excavated earth
verb
• impinge or infringe upon
Example sentence • Soldiers dug trenches to protect themselves from enemy fire.
2 1 verb v noun
• the 9th letter of the Roman alphabet
adjective satellite
• used of a single unit or thing; not two or more
3 1 adjective adj noun
• an expression of greeting
Example sentence • I saw his dog at the park.
7 1 noun n noun
• a long seat for more than one person
verb
• take out of a game; of players
Example sentence • The park was filled with people sitting on benches , enjoying the sunny day.
8 1 verb v verb
• drench or submerge or be drenched or submerged
Example sentence • He drenches the plants with water each morning.
8 1 noun n noun
• a distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant
Example sentence • The stenches from the garbage cans outside the building were unbearable.
8 1 noun n noun
• a sharp strain on muscles or ligaments
verb
• twist or pull violently or suddenly, especially so as to remove (something) from that to which it is attached or from where it originates
Example sentence • He had a collection of wrenches in his toolbox.
7 2 noun n noun
• (plural) optical instrument consisting of a frame that holds a pair of lenses for correcting defective vision
Example sentence • She wore glasses to correct her vision.
7 2 noun n noun
• United States labor leader who organized the longshoremen (1901-1990)
Example sentence • Many cities have pedestrian bridges to safely cross busy roads.
6 2 noun n noun
• a book of the Old Testament that tells the history of Israel under the leaders known as judges
Example sentence • The judges deliberated for hours before reaching a verdict.
6 2 noun n noun
• something lost (especially money lost at gambling)
Example sentence • The company reported significant losses in its quarterly earnings report.
6 2 noun n noun
• the common people generally
Example sentence • The masses gathered in the town square to protest the government's new policy.
6 2 noun n noun
• informal term of address for someone's wife
Example sentence • My missus is an amazing cook.
4 1 noun n noun
• an examination consisting of a few short questions
verb
• examine someone's knowledge of something
Example sentence • I need to study for the history quiz tomorrow.
5 2 noun n noun
• a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing
Example sentence • He worked overtime to earn higher wages .
7 2 noun n noun
• a small being, human in form, playful and having magical powers
Example sentence • The fairies danced in a circle under the moonlight.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• any of various mostly cold-blooded aquatic vertebrates usually having scales and breathing through gills
Example sentence • There are many colorful fishes in the tropical reef.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a powerful effect or influence
verb
• to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means
Example sentence • The police forces are searching for the missing child.
6 2 noun n noun
• solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times
verb
• provide with a horse or horses
Example sentence • I love to ride horses at the local stable.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
Example sentence • The houses on this street are all painted the same color.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• informal term of address for someone's wife
6 2 verb v adjective
• of advancing the ball by throwing it
noun
• (baseball) an advance to first base by a batter who receives four balls
Example sentence • He passes the ball to his teammate.
5 2 noun n Example sentence • There are several horse races scheduled for this weekend.
7 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• an inclination or desire; used in the plural in the phrase `left to your own devices'
Example sentence • Many electronic devices , such as smartphones and tablets, are equipped with touch screens.
8 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• (classical mythology) a hero noted for his strength; performed 12 immense labors to gain immortality
8 3 noun n noun
• land and the buildings on it
Example sentence • We need to clean the premises before the guests arrive.
8 3 noun n noun
• performance of duties or provision of space and equipment helpful to others
Example sentence • He works in the IT services department of the company.
10 3 noun n noun
• (plural) spectacles that are darkened or polarized to protect the eyes from the glare of the sun
Example sentence • I couldn't find my sunglasses anywhere.
8 1 verb v verb
• turn pale, as if in fear
8 1 verb v verb
• To strip the blubber or skin from, as from a whale, seal, etc.
8 1 adjective
• of or pertaining to France or the people of France
noun
• the Romance language spoken in France and in countries colonized by France
verb
• cut (e.g, beans) lengthwise in preparation for cooking
Example sentence • She frenches her boyfriend whenever they say goodbye.
7 1 noun n
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10 2 verb v verb
• tighten one's belt; use resources carefully
Example sentence • The company retrenches its workforce in order to cut costs.
10 2 verb v verb
• To open (something that was clenched).
Example sentence • She unclenches her fists and takes a deep breath.
7 1 noun n noun
• informal terms for a (young) woman
Example sentence • The pirates had a crew of 20 wenches .
11 2 noun n noun
• a strong worktable for a carpenter or mechanic
Example sentence • The carpenters at the workshop were busy using the workbenches to craft their wooden furniture.
8 1 verb v noun
• a reflex response to sudden pain
verb
• draw back, as with fear or pain
Example sentence • She flinches every time she hears a loud noise.
7 2 verb v noun
• an involuntary spasm of ineffectual vomiting
verb
• eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth
Example sentence • He retches every time he sees blood.
8 2 noun n noun
• performs some wicked deed
Example sentence • The wretches begged for food at the street corner.
3 1 noun n noun
• your occupation or line of work
Example sentence • I need to get my biz in order before the meeting.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• an appliance that corrects dental irregularities
Example sentence • He had to get braces to straighten his teeth.
8 2 noun n noun
• (used in the plural) informal term for breeches
Example sentence • He rolled up his britches before wading into the river.
4 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• an effervescent beverage (usually alcoholic)
verb
• become bubbly or frothy or foaming
Example sentence • The sound of fizz filled the air as I opened the can of soda.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a region in central Italy, with capital Ancona
6 2 noun n noun
• an abundance of material possessions and resources
Example sentence • He amassed great riches during his successful business career.
3 1 verb v noun
• someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field
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