7 2 noun n noun
• the time between occurrences of a repeating event
Example sentence • The spacing between the lines in this document is too narrow.
6 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a lining applied to the edge of a garment for ornamentation or strengthening
Example sentence • The facing brick on the house is starting to crumble.
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.
6 2 noun n noun
• (music) the speed at which a composition is to be played
Example sentence • He was nervous and couldn't stop his pacing .
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, 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.
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 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection)
Example sentence • She gave him an embracing hug when she saw him after a long time.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the act of furnishing an equivalent person or thing in the place of another
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• noisy like the sound of a bee
Example sentence • The buzzing bees flew from flower to flower.
11 3 verb, noun v, n adjective satellite
• gradually intrusive without right or permission
Example sentence • The homeowner caught the teenagers trespassing on his property.
9 3 verb, noun v, n Example sentence • She studied the retracing of her steps to find her lost keys.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the spatial property resulting from the arrangement of parts in relation to each other and to the whole
Example sentence • The composing of a symphony requires great skill and creativity.
8 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• impressive in size, manner, or appearance
Example sentence • The imposing mountain range loomed in the distance.
8 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• characterized by active hostility
Example sentence • The opposing team scored a goal in the final minutes of the game.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of mending a hole in a garment by sewing a patch over it
Example sentence • The patching of the road took several days.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• (baseball) playing the position of pitcher on a baseball team
Example sentence • He is pitching his business idea to potential investors.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• cooking in simmering liquid
Example sentence • The park rangers are working tirelessly to combat the poaching of rhinos.
6 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• (photography) the act of assuming a certain position (as for a photograph or portrait)
Example sentence • She struck a dramatic posing before jumping in the water.
6 2 verb v noun
• installation from which a military force initiates operations
adjective satellite
• serving as or forming a base
verb
• use as a basis for; found on
Example sentence • He is basing his decision on the information provided.
9 3 verb v verb
• give, sell, or transfer to another
Example sentence • She is disposing of all her old clothes.
8 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the exposure of an impostor or a fraud
verb
• expose or make accessible to some action or influence
Example sentence • The exposing sun left her with a deep tan.
11 3 noun n verb
• raise money for a cause or project
Example sentence • The school organized a fundraising event to support the sports team.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj verb
• make a proposal, declare a plan for something
9 3 adverb adv
8 3 verb v verb
• mar or spoil the appearance of
Example sentence • He was charged with defacing public property by etching his initials on park benches.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the housing or outer covering of something
Example sentence • She carefully examined the plastic casing of the electronic device.
7 3 verb, noun v, n verb
• remove from memory or existence
Example sentence • I need a good erasing to clean this whiteboard.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music
Example sentence • She took several dance classes and eventually became a professional in dancing .
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • The concert was the hottest happening of the year.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • She had a missing button on her shirt.
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.
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.
11 4 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• separate (substances) into constituent elements or parts
Example sentence • The dead fish is slowly decomposing in the sun.
7 3 adjective adj Example sentence • The view from the top of the mountain was amazing .
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.
10 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• exceeding or surpassing usual limits especially in excellence
Example sentence • She has displayed a surpassing talent for playing the violin.
5 2 verb v noun
• an act that exploits or victimizes someone (treats them unfairly)
Example sentence • I am using my phone to make a call.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of observing; taking a patient look
Example sentence • I enjoy watching movies on weekends.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj Example sentence • The dispersing fog made it difficult to see the road ahead.
6 2 verb v verb
• fail to keep or to maintain; cease to have, either physically or in an abstract sense
Example sentence • I am losing my patience with your constant excuses.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a separate part of a whole
verb
• to join or unite the pieces of
Example sentence • She spent hours piecing together the puzzle.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• aromatic substances of vegetable origin used as a preservative
verb
• make more interesting or flavorful
Example sentence • I added some spicing to the dish to enhance the flavor.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• intended to pacify by acceding to demands or granting concessions
Example sentence • The appeasing music helped calm her nerves.
8 3 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• used of conduct; characterized by dishonor
Example sentence • The debasing remarks made by the politician were widely criticized.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a feeling of scornful hatred
Example sentence • He gazed at her with a despising look on his face.
12 4 adjective adj adjective satellite
• broad in scope or content
Example sentence • The study conducted an encompassing analysis of the effects of climate change on the ecosystem.
10 3 verb v Example sentence • The treasurer is responsible for disbursing funds to the various departments.
9 3 verb v verb
• choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans
Example sentence • She is espousing a new approach to education reform.
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