7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest
Example sentence • He was caught licking a lollipop.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• extending out above or beyond a surface or boundary
Example sentence • She had a sticking plaster on her finger.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• a metallic tapping sound
Example sentence • She could hear the ticking clock in the next room.
11 3 noun, adjective n, adj adjective satellite
• attempting to win favor from influential people by flattery
Example sentence • His constant bootlicking of the boss earned him a promotion.
10 3 verb v noun
• a day devoted to an outdoor social gathering
verb
• eat alfresco, in the open air
Example sentence • We enjoyed picnicking by the lake.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj verb
• To convey or draw off (liquid) by capillary action.
noun
• The material of which wicks are made, especially a loosely braided or twisted cord or tape of cotton.
Example sentence • The wicking fabric quickly absorbs and spreads moisture away from the skin.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the quantity of a crop that is harvested
Example sentence • The picking of fruits and vegetables is a common task for farm workers.
9 3 verb v
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Example sentence • I spent hours deticking my dog before we went hiking.
9 3 verb, adverb v, adv noun
• any art that invokes supernatural powers
adjective satellite
• possessing or using or characteristic of or appropriate to supernatural powers
Example sentence • She was magicking a spell to make the flowers bloom.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• To kick incorrectly or badly.
Example sentence • He was frustrated with his miskicking foot during the match.
9 3 verb, noun v, n
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Example sentence • Children often engage in musicking during school music classes.
7 2 verb v noun
• an impression in a surface (as made by a blow)
verb
• cut slightly, with a razor
Example sentence • Be careful when handling the knife, you could end up nicking your finger.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj
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Example sentence • He is an outkicking punter with incredible leg strength.
11 3 verb v
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7 2 noun
• a painful muscle spasm especially in the neck or back (`rick' and `wrick' are British)
8 2 verb v adjective satellite
• made slick by e.g. ice or grease
Example sentence • She was slicking her hair back with gel before the party.
10 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj verb
• (sometimes figurative) To free from the condition of being stuck.
noun
• The act of removing something that was stuck
Example sentence • He applied some heat to the unsticking of the glue on the paper.
8 2 verb v noun
• a painful muscle spasm especially in the neck or back (`rick' and `wrick' are British)
verb
• twist suddenly so as to sprain
13 4 noun n verb
• To pluck of the individual strings of a stringed instrument with the fingers
noun
• The plucking of the individual strings of a stringed instrument with the fingers
Example sentence • His fingerpicking style is known for its intricate melodies and rhythms.
14 5 verb, adverb, noun v, adv, n
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Example sentence • He spent most of the campaign season outpoliticking his opponents.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a rhythmic thrusting movement of the legs as in swimming or calisthenics
Example sentence • He was known for his powerful kicking ability in football.
11 4 verb, noun v, n verb
• engage in political activities
Example sentence • During election season, there is always a lot of politicking happening.
8 2 noun n noun
• a cunning or deceitful action or device
Example sentence • He was always a master of tricking his opponents in chess.
8 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj adjective
• capable of or involving speech or speaking
noun
• the utterance of intelligible speech
Example sentence • She gave a captivating speaking performance.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • The concert was the hottest happening of the year.
7 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• an open or empty space in or between things
Example sentence • The opening of the party was attended by many guests.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• hitting a golf ball that is on the green using a putter
Example sentence • I need you to complete the putting green before the golf tournament.
6 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness
Example sentence • The movie was so boring that I fell asleep halfway through.
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, noun v, n noun
• any material used especially to protect something
Example sentence • The packing for our vacation took several hours.
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.
7 2 verb v verb
• To mark with a bracketed sic.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of providing approval and support
Example sentence • The company needs financial backing to expand its operations.
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.
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.
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.
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, 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.
7 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• a sharp explosive sound as from a gunshot or drawing a cork
Example sentence • The popping sound of fireworks filled the air.
7 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj Example sentence • I need an umbrella because it is pouring outside.
7 2 noun n noun
• any of various soft thick unsweetened baked dishes
Example sentence • She made a delicious chocolate pudding for dessert.
7 2 verb, adverb v, adv noun
• the act of pulling; applying force to move something toward or with you
Example sentence • He was pulling the heavy suitcase behind him.
7 2 verb v noun
• the act of applying force in order to move something away
Example sentence • She was pushing the door when it suddenly swung open.
9 3 adjective adj noun
• the act of doing or performing again
Example sentence • The repeating pattern on the wallpaper was mesmerizing.
8 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• changing location rapidly
Example sentence • He was pulled over for speeding on the highway.
8 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• forming words with letters according to the principles underlying accepted usage
Example sentence • Please check the spelling of that word.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj Example sentence • The spinning wheel created a mesmerizing pattern.
8 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• the act of spitting (forcefully expelling saliva)
Example sentence • The spitting image of her grandmother, right down to the red hair and freckles.
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