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 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.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the profession of a teacher
Example sentence • My mother is a teaching assistant at a local school.
9 2 verb v noun
• a failure to perform some promised act or obligation
verb
• act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises
Example sentence • The security guard caught a man breaching the restricted area.
9 2 verb v noun
• opening in the rear of the barrel of a gun where bullets can be loaded
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the process of leaching
Example sentence • The leaching of chemicals from plastic containers can contaminate food and drinks.
9 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the whiteness that results from removing the color from something
verb
• cause to become white or lighter in color
Example sentence • The bleaching of coral reefs is a major concern for marine biologists.
10 3 adjective adj Example sentence • She looked at him with beseeching eyes, hoping he would understand.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• challenge the honesty or veracity of
Example sentence • The impeaching evidence against the defendant was compelling.
12 4 adjective adj adjective satellite
• revealing excessive self-confidence; reaching for the heights
Example sentence • The lawyer made an overreaching argument in court.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of observing; taking a patient look
Example sentence • I enjoy watching movies on weekends.
12 3 adverb adv
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11 3 adjective adj
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Example sentence • The school hired several nonteaching staff members to assist with administrative tasks.
11 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the act of reaching out
Example sentence • The outreaching branches of the tree provided shade on a hot summer day.
8 2 verb v verb
• To inform on someone; turn informer.
9 2 noun, adjective n, adj verb
• form or weave into a braid or braids
Example sentence • The pleaching of the trees in the garden created a stunning archway.
10 3 verb, noun v, n Example sentence • The teacher provided reteaching for students who struggled with the concept.
10 3 verb, noun v, n verb
• cause to disbelieve; teach someone the contrary of what he or she had learned earlier
Example sentence • The unteaching of bad habits is a necessary process in personal development.
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.
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.
10 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a harsh noise made by scraping
Example sentence • I heard a scratching sound coming from the attic.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• an area of sand sloping down to the water of a sea or lake
Example sentence • The beaching tide left behind a trail of seaweed and shells.
13 4 verb, adjective v, adj
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Example sentence • Her hair had become damaged and brittle due to overbleaching .
12 4
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Example sentence • The teacher was criticized for overteaching and not allowing students to think for themselves.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• carnivorous or bloodsucking aquatic or terrestrial worms typically having a sucker at each end
Example sentence • The leeching of toxins from the body is believed to have therapeutic effects.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj Example sentence • The crashing waves at the beach were mesmerizing.
8 2 verb, noun v, n Example sentence • The pedestrian waited at the zebra crossing for the cars to pass.
10 3 noun, adjective n, adj adjective
• causing sad feelings of gloom and inadequacy
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.
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.
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, 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.
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 3 adjective adj adjective
• causing surprise or wonder or amazement
Example sentence • The sudden rain was surprising .
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.
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 adjective adj adjective
• becoming less or smaller
Example sentence • The decreasing temperatures signaled the arrival of winter.
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.
9 2 verb, noun v, n adjective
• passing or able to pass air in and out of the lungs normally; sometimes used in combination
noun
• the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation
Example sentence • Deep breathing can help reduce stress and anxiety.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• reading superficially or at random
Example sentence • I spend hours browsing the internet for interesting articles.
8 2 noun, adjective n, adj adjective satellite
• causing mental or emotional injury
Example sentence • She had multiple bruising on her arms after the accident.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of brushing your teeth
Example sentence • I need to buy a new brushing for my hair.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• forceful prevention; putting down by power or authority
adjective satellite
• physically or spiritually devastating; often used in combination
Example sentence • He suffered a crushing defeat in the boxing match.
11 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• causing distress or worry or anxiety
Example sentence • The distressing news about the accident spread quickly.
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.
7 2 verb, noun v, n Example sentence • The horses were peacefully engaged in grazing .
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