7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a solution obtained by steeping or soaking a substance (usually in water)
verb
• remove, usually with some force or effort; also used in an abstract sense
Example sentence • I need to buy some vanilla extract for the recipe.
8 2 verb v verb
• draw someone's attention away from something
Example sentence • I couldn't focus on my work because the noise from the construction site distracted me.
8 2 noun, adjective n, adj adjective
• existing only in the mind; separated from embodiment
noun
• a concept or idea not associated with any specific instance
adjective satellite
• not representing or imitating external reality or the objects of nature
verb
• consider a concept without thinking of a specific example; consider abstractly or theoretically
Example sentence • She had an abstract painting hanging on her wall.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• a binding agreement between two or more persons that is enforceable by law
verb
• enter into a contractual arrangement
Example sentence • He signed a contract for a new job.
7 2 verb v verb
• direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes
Example sentence • The bright colors of the flowers attract many butterflies.
8 2 verb v Example sentence • Please subtract five from ten.
5 2 adverb, adjective adv, adj adjective
• marked by strict and particular and complete accordance with fact
adjective satellite
• (of ideas, images, representations, expressions) characterized by perfect conformity to fact or truth; strictly correct
Example sentence • He provided the exact measurements needed for the project.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the striking of one body against another
verb
• press or wedge together; pack together
Example sentence • The impact of the earthquake was felt throughout the entire city.
7 2 verb v Example sentence • The detective tracked the criminal's movements for weeks.
5 2 verb v verb
• show a response or a reaction to something
Example sentence • He reacted quickly when he saw the car suddenly swerve into his lane.
7 1 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• used of skin roughened as a result of cold or exposure
Example sentence • She wore a pair of cracked glasses.
7 2 verb v verb
• formally reject or disavow a formerly held belief, usually under pressure
Example sentence • She quickly retracted her statement after realizing it was false.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• an extended area of land
Example sentence • The doctor examined the patient's respiratory tract .
3 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a legal document codifying the result of deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body
verb
• perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
Example sentence • The play had three acts.
5 2 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• order by virtue of superior authority; decree
Example sentence • The enacted law was met with widespread opposition.
4 1 noun n noun
• a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
Example sentence • It is a well-known fact that the earth revolves around the sun.
7 2 verb, noun v, n verb
• be in or establish communication with
Example sentence • Please provide your contact information.
7 2 verb v verb
• take away a part from; diminish
Example sentence • The loud music detracted from the peaceful atmosphere of the park.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• (British informal) exhausted or worn out
Example sentence • She had a whacked idea to start a circus in her backyard.
6 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• constituting the undiminished entirety; lacking nothing essential especially not damaged
Example sentence • The antique vase remained intact despite the earthquake.
4 1 noun n noun
• a written agreement between two states or sovereigns
Example sentence • They made a pact to always support each other.
11 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• a contract assigning to another party some obligations of a prior contract
verb
• arranged for contracted work to be done by others
Example sentence • The subcontract was canceled due to a breach of contract.
6 1 verb, adjective v, adj adjective
• having a back or backing, usually of a specified type
adjective satellite
• used of film that is coated on the side opposite the emulsion with a substance to absorb light
Example sentence • The backed up traffic caused a long delay on the highway.
6 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj adjective satellite
• extremely crowed or filled to capacity
Example sentence • The suitcase was packed with clothes for the trip.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj adjective
• closely and firmly united or packed together
noun
• a small cosmetics case with a mirror; to be carried in a woman's purse
adjective satellite
• having a short and solid form or stature
verb
• have the property of being packable or of compacting easily
Example sentence • I need a new compact for my makeup.
8 3 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• act together or towards others or with others
Example sentence • The students were encouraged to interact with each other during the group activity.
8 2 verb v verb
• lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer
Example sentence • She protracted the meeting by continually asking irrelevant questions.
11 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a flavoring extracted from the kola nut
Example sentence • She used cola extract to flavor the cake.
8 2 verb v Example sentence • When light passes through a narrow slit, it diffracts and creates a pattern of interference.
4 1 noun n noun
• consideration in dealing with others and avoiding giving offense
Example sentence • She handled the situation with great tact and diplomacy.
14 4 noun n noun
• a flavoring prepared from vanilla beans macerated in alcohol (or imitating vanilla beans)
Example sentence • I added a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the cake batter.
11 3 adjective adj
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Example sentence • The noncontract employee is not entitled to the same benefits as the regular staff.
9 4 verb v verb
• show an exaggerated response to something
Example sentence • I tend to overreact whenever I see a spider.
6 2 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• having been robbed and destroyed by force and violence
Example sentence • He was a sacked employee who couldn't find another job.
7 1 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• (of a woman's body) having a large bosom and pleasing curves
Example sentence • The shelves in the library were neatly stacked with books.
6 2 verb v noun
• rib section of a forequarter of veal or pork or especially lamb or mutton
Example sentence • She racked her brain trying to remember the name of the song.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• dried seaweed especially that cast ashore
verb
• smash or break forcefully
Example sentence • He was wracked with guilt over his actions.
11 3 verb, adjective v, adj Example sentence • She realized she had taken the wrong path and backtracked to find the right one.
11 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a short stretch of railroad track used to store rolling stock or enable trains on the same line to pass
verb
• wander from a direct or straight course
Example sentence • I got sidetracked by social media and forgot to finish my homework.
7 3 verb v Example sentence • They plan to reenact the Battle of Gettysburg next weekend.
8 2 verb v Example sentence • I need to transact some business at the bank.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• wrongfully emptied or stripped of anything of value
Example sentence • The ransacked house was a scene of chaos and destruction.
10 3 verb v Example sentence • He took medicine to counteract the side effects of the new medication.
7 3 verb v verb
• exaggerate one's acting
Example sentence • She tends to overact when she's nervous.
8 3 noun n noun
• a man-made object taken as a whole
Example sentence • The museum displayed various ancient artifacts.
6 2 verb v noun
• someone who puts text into appropriate form for publication
verb
• formulate in a particular style or language
Example sentence • The government redacted sensitive information from the document before releasing it to the public.
13 4 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• flavoring made from almonds macerated in alcohol
Example sentence • I added a drop of almond extract to enhance the flavor of the cake batter.
7 3 adjective adj Example sentence • The inexact measurements led to inaccurate results.
8 3 verb v noun
• (military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons)
verb
• launch an attack or assault on; begin hostilities or start warfare with
Example sentence • The tiger attacked its prey with a swift leap.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj adjective
• being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light
noun
• the quality or state of the achromatic color of least lightness (bearing the least resemblance to white)
adjective satellite
• marked by anger or resentment or hostility
Example sentence • He blacked out after drinking too much alcohol.
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