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 .
6 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• the line or plane indicating the limit or extent of something
Example sentence • The runner sprinted across the finish line, breaking all previous records and pushing the bounds of human capability.
6 1 noun n noun
• any of several breeds of dog used for hunting typically having large drooping ears
verb
• pursue or chase relentlessly
Example sentence • The hounds chased after the deer in the forest.
6 1 noun n noun
• (baseball) the slight elevation on which the pitcher stands
verb
• form into a rounded elevation
Example sentence • There are ancient mounds scattered throughout the countryside.
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 interjection
• (minced oath) Expressing anger, surprise, assertion etc.
9 2 verb v noun
• the area in which something exists or lives
verb
• extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle
Example sentence • A stone fence surrounds the garden.
7 2 verb v verb
• be abundant or plentiful; exist in large quantities
Example sentence • The garden abounds with colorful flowers.
8 2 verb, adverb v, adv Example sentence • Her incredible talent astounds me every time she performs.
11 2 noun n noun
• a person's social heritage: previous experience or training
verb
• understate the importance or quality of
Example sentence • They come from different ethnic backgrounds .
9 2 verb v verb
• be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly
Example sentence • Her answer confounds me.
11 2 noun n noun
• an open area for holding fairs or exhibitions or circuses
Example sentence • Every year, the county fair is held at the fairgrounds .
11 2 noun n noun
• a site where people on holiday can pitch a tent
Example sentence • We set up our tent at one of the campgrounds near the lake.
10 2 noun n noun
• a tall slender dog of an ancient breed noted for swiftness and keen sight; used as a racing dog
Example sentence • My neighbor has a pair of greyhounds as pets.
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 .
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a movement back from an impact
verb
• spring back; spring away from an impact
Example sentence • He grabbed nine rebounds during the basketball game.
11 3 noun n noun
• time need to prepare a vessel or ship for a return trip
Example sentence • The company has implemented several turnarounds to revitalize its declining sales.
8 2 verb v verb
• add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing
Example sentence • During the lecture, the professor expounds on the theory of relativity.
9 2 verb, adverb, noun v, adv, n adjective
• composed of more than one part
noun
• a whole formed by a union of two or more elements or parts
adjective satellite
• consisting of two or more substances or ingredients or elements or parts
verb
• make more intense, stronger, or more marked
Example sentence • Chemical compounds are made up of two or more elements.
8 2 verb v verb
• take temporary possession of as a security, by legal authority
Example sentence • The animal control officer impounds all stray dogs and cats.
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 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
• an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city
Example sentence • There are many historic towns in Europe.
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 verb v verb
• cover completely or make imperceptible
Example sentence • He drowns his sorrows in alcohol every night.
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
• a content word that can be used to refer to a person, place, thing, quality, or action
Example sentence • English has many irregular nouns .
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.
6 1 verb v adjective
• come upon unexpectedly or after searching
noun
• food and lodging provided in addition to money
Example sentence • He founds a new company every few years.
7 1
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11 2 noun n noun
• a breed of large powerful hound of European origin having very acute smell and used in tracking
Example sentence • The bloodhounds were brought in to track down the fugitive.
11 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the part of a scene that is near the viewer
verb
• move into the foreground to make more visible or prominent
Example sentence • The artist carefully selected the colors for the foregrounds of his paintings to make them visually appealing.
8 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• (logistics) An inbound shipment.
verb
• To pass a ball inbounds
Example sentence • The basketball player made a quick pass to his teammate inbounds .
8 2 verb
• To found again; to reestablish.
Example sentence • He refounds his company after it went bankrupt.
12 2 noun n noun
• a detective who follows a trail
Example sentence • The sleuthhounds were known for their impeccable sense of smell.
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 .
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
• 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.
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.
10 3 noun n noun
• termination of operations
Example sentence • The closedowns of small businesses have been devastating for the local economy.
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