8 2 adjective adj noun
• the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure
adjective satellite
• compelling immediate action
Example sentence • The pressing issue of climate change needs immediate attention.
11 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• causing distress or worry or anxiety
Example sentence • The distressing news about the accident spread quickly.
10 3 noun, adjective n, adj adjective
• causing sad feelings of gloom and inadequacy
8 2 noun n noun
• the formal act of approving
Example sentence • Receiving a promotion at work was a true blessing for him.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the act of coercing someone into government service
verb
• have an emotional or cognitive impact upon
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• an estimate based on little or no information
Example sentence • Her guessing of the answer was completely accurate.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs)
Example sentence • He gave her a caressing touch on the cheek.
11 3 verb v Example sentence • I am compressing the files to make them easier to send via email.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj
10 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• (computer science) the code that identifies where a piece of information is stored
Example sentence • The professor focused on addressing the concerns raised by the students.
9 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the relative prominence of a syllable or musical note (especially with regard to stress or pitch)
verb
• to stress, single out as important
8 2 noun n noun
• savory dressings for salads; basically of two kinds: either the thin French or vinaigrette type or the creamy mayonnaise type
Example sentence • I bought a new dressing for my salad.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• lose clarity or turn aside especially from the main subject of attention or course of argument in writing, thinking, or speaking
Example sentence • She found his digressing explanations frustrating.
10 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• mail that is distributed by a rapid and efficient system
Example sentence • She was known for her expressing of emotions through dance.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority
Example sentence • The government is oppressing its citizens by limiting their freedom of speech.
11 3 adjective adj noun
• gradual improvement or growth or development
verb
• develop in a positive way
Example sentence • The progressing project is nearly complete.
11 3 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• bring under control by force or authority
Example sentence • The suppressing heat made it difficult to breathe.
13 3 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises
Example sentence • His transgressing behavior led to his expulsion from school.
8 2 verb, noun v, n Example sentence • The pedestrian waited at the zebra crossing for the cars to pass.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• an open avowal (true or false) of some belief or opinion
Example sentence • She is a professing Christian.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • She had a missing button on her shirt.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of observing; taking a patient look
Example sentence • I enjoy watching movies on weekends.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the sport of engaging in contests of speed
Example sentence • Horse racing is a popular sport in many countries.
7 2 verb v noun
• a state of confusion and disorderliness
Example sentence • Stop messing with the TV remote.
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8 2 verb, adjective v, adj Example sentence • The crashing waves at the beach were mesmerizing.
12 4 adjective adj adjective satellite
• hard to deal with; especially causing pain or embarrassment
Example sentence • It was embarrassing when I tripped and fell in front of everyone.
8 2 adjective adj noun
• the withdrawal of heat to change something from a liquid to a solid
Example sentence • I'm so cold, it's freezing outside.
10 3 adverb, adjective adv, adj adjective
• becoming greater or larger
Example sentence • The increasing temperature is causing the ice to melt faster.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the event of something being raised upward
adjective satellite
• increasing in quantity or value
Example sentence • She is responsible for the raising of funds for the charity.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the act of physically reaching or thrusting out
Example sentence • The reaching vines covered the entire wall.
10 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• imparting vitality and energy
Example sentence • The cold drink was refreshing on a hot summer day.
6 2 verb, adverb, noun, adjective v, adv, n, adj adjective
• advancing or becoming higher or greater in degree or value or status
noun
• a movement upward; rise above the ground
Example sentence • The rising of the sun signaled the start of a new day.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• (American football) an attempt to advance the ball by running into the line
Example sentence • She was rushing to catch the train.
10 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a harsh noise made by scraping
Example sentence • I heard a scratching sound coming from the attic.
10 2 adverb, adjective adv, adj noun
• a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry
Example sentence • I heard a screeching noise coming from the car accident.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of
Example sentence • We need a comprehensive report assessing the impact of the new policies.
9 3 verb v verb
• haunt like a ghost; pursue
Example sentence • She has been obsessing over her appearance lately.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill
Example sentence • The old house was rumored to be possessing a haunted spirit.
11 3 verb v verb
• revise or renew one's assessment
Example sentence • After receiving feedback, the team is reassessing their project strategy.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• a state of abeyance or suspended business
11 3 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• the event of one object coming closer to another
adjective satellite
• of the relatively near future
Example sentence • He saw an approaching storm and quickly ran indoors.
10 4 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• growing together, fusing
Example sentence • The coalescing clouds signaled an approaching storm.
10 3 adjective adj adjective
• causing surprise or wonder or amazement
Example sentence • The sudden rain was surprising .
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the work of cleansing (usually with soap and water)
Example sentence • I need to do the washing before we go on vacation.
7 2 verb, adverb v, adv noun
• a specific feeling of desire
Example sentence • I am wishing for a successful outcome.
10 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• a sum of money paid in compensation for loss or injury
verb
• make reparations or amends for
Example sentence • The redressing of grievances is an important aspect of any democratic society.
10 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• act of expanding by lengthening or widening
Example sentence • Her morning routine includes stretching to warm up her muscles.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of drawing a plan or diagram or outline
Example sentence • She picked up a pencil and began tracing the outline of the object.
11 3 verb v noun
• a support usually of stone or brick; supports the wall of a building
Example sentence • The coach focused on buttressing the team's weaknesses during training.
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