5 1 verb, noun v, n adjective
• being or moving lower in position or less in some value
adverb
• spatially or metaphorically from a higher to a lower level or position
adjective satellite
• extending or moving from a higher to a lower place
Example sentence • He experienced some ups and downs in his career.
6 1 noun n noun
• an orange of low brightness and saturation
adjective satellite
• of a color similar to that of wood or earth
verb
• fry in a pan until it changes color
Example sentence • She prefers her fries to be crispy and golden browns .
6 1 noun n Example sentence • The clowns performed a hilarious comedy skit at the circus.
6 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• the part of a tooth above the gum that is covered with enamel
verb
• invest with regal power; enthrone
Example sentence • In ancient times, crowns were symbols of power and authority.
6 1 verb v verb
• cover completely or make imperceptible
Example sentence • He drowns his sorrows in alcohol every night.
6 1 verb v noun
• a facial expression of dislike or displeasure
verb
• look angry or sullen, wrinkle one's forehead, as if to signal disapproval
Example sentence • She frowns when she's angry.
5 1 noun n noun
• a woman's dress, usually with a close-fitting bodice and a long flared skirt, often worn on formal occasions
Example sentence • The fashion show featured a collection of stunning evening gowns .
5 1 noun n noun
• an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city
Example sentence • There are many historic towns in Europe.
10 2 noun n noun
• the act of disrupting an established order so it fails to continue
Example sentence • The company experienced several breakdowns in their production process.
9 2 noun n noun
• a hostile disagreement face-to-face
Example sentence • The playoffs will feature several intense showdowns between top-ranked teams.
9 2 noun n noun
• The main business part of a city or town, usually located at or near its center.
Example sentence • The downtowns of major cities are usually bustling with activity.
7 1 noun n noun
• your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief
Example sentence • He walked around the school grounds .
10 3 noun n noun
• termination of operations
Example sentence • The closedowns of small businesses have been devastating for the local economy.
10 2 noun n noun
• counting backward from an arbitrary number to indicate the time remaining before some event (such as launching a space vehicle)
Example sentence • The countdowns to New Year's Eve are always exciting.
10 2 noun n noun
• severely repressive actions
Example sentence • The government has implemented stricter crackdowns on drug trafficking.
9 2 noun n noun
• The act of reduction or depletion.
Example sentence • Investors experienced significant drawdowns during the stock market crash.
9 3 noun n noun
• the town (or city) where you grew up or where you have your principal residence
Example sentence • Many people feel a sense of nostalgia when they visit their hometowns .
9 2 noun n noun
• A reduction in price in order to stimulate sales.
Example sentence • She found great markdowns on designer clothes at the end-of-season sale.
8 2 noun n noun
• An insult or barb; a snide or demeaning remark.
Example sentence • He is known for his witty putdowns .
10 3 verb, noun v, n adjective
• intended to test a new system under operating conditions and to familiarize the operators with the system
noun
• initial adjustments to improve the functioning or the efficiency and to bring to a more satisfactory state
Example sentence • The police conducted a series of shakedowns to search for weapons.
11 3 noun n noun
• a city district inhabited by people living in huts and shanties
Example sentence • Many people in developing countries live in shantytowns .
9 2 noun n noun
• termination of operations
Example sentence • The government has announced a series of shutdowns to contain the spread of the virus.
9 2 noun n noun
• the act of slowing down or falling behind
Example sentence • The factory workers went on strike, causing significant slowdowns in production.
10 2 noun n noun
• a score in American football; being in possession of the ball across the opponents' goal line
Example sentence • He scored three touchdowns in the game.
6 1 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• United States writer who lived in Europe; strongly influenced the development of modern literature (1885-1972)
verb
• hit hard with the hand, fist, or some heavy instrument
Example sentence • I need to lose a few pounds before the summer.
6 1 noun n adjective
• having the shape or form of a circle
noun
• a charge of ammunition for a single shot
adverb
• from beginning to end; throughout
adjective satellite
• (of sounds) full and rich
verb
• wind around; move along a circular course
Example sentence • He made five rounds around the track.
6 1 verb, noun v, n adjective
• financially secure and safe
noun
• the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause
adjective satellite
• exercising or showing good judgment
verb
• appear in a certain way
Example sentence • I woke up to the sounds of birds chirping outside my window.
6 1 noun n noun
• United States physicist who developed the laser and maser principles for producing high-intensity radiation (1915-)
Example sentence • The townes in this area are known for their historic architecture.
11 2 noun n noun
• an area where many people go for recreation, holidays or other purposes
Example sentence • Children enjoy playing on the swings at playgrounds .
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7 2 noun n noun
• a religious cult practiced chiefly in Caribbean countries (especially Haiti); involves witchcraft and animistic deities
Example sentence • The vodouns are believed to have the power to influence the world.
8 2 noun, adjective n, adj
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Example sentence • Some believe that voudouns have the power to communicate with and influence the spirits.
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Example sentence • I have a collection of facedowns from various card games.
8 2 noun n noun
• a feeling of dissatisfaction that results when your expectations are not realized
Example sentence • There were many letdowns in the performance of the team.
8 2 noun n
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Example sentence • The detective gathered all the lowdowns on the suspect's activities.
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Example sentence • The phasedowns of the company's production resulted in job cuts.
8 2 noun n noun
• a concluding summary (as in presenting a case before a law court)
Example sentence • She asked her colleague for the rundowns of the latest marketing campaigns.
10 2 noun n noun
• a suspension and relaxation from an alert state or a state of readiness
Example sentence • The company agreed to several standdowns to review safety procedures.
8 2 noun n noun
• the time in the evening at which the sun begins to fall below the horizon
Example sentence • The sundowns are always breathtaking at this beach.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• (amateur wrestling) being brought to the mat from a standing position
Example sentence • The wrestling coach taught us different takedowns in practice.
7 2 noun
• an adjective used as a noun
8 2 noun n noun
• a function word that is used in place of a noun or noun phrase
Example sentence • Personal pronouns are used to replace nouns in a sentence.
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Example sentence • They received a bouns for their outstanding performance.
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