10 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • The purchasing of a new car can be a significant financial decision.
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 3 verb v verb
• enclose in, or as if in, a case
Example sentence • She was encasing the fragile glassware in bubble wrap to protect it during the move.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• emerging to the surface and becoming apparent
Example sentence • The surfacing of new evidence led to the reopening of the case.
10 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• persuasion of voters in a political campaign
Example sentence • The canvassing of the neighborhood was essential to gather information about the residents' opinions.
8 3 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• the concentration of attention or energy on something
8 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments
Example sentence • The dark clouds and thunder made for a menacing sky.
10 3 adjective adj Example sentence • She looked at him with beseeching eyes, hoping he would understand.
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.
11 4 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj verb
• reappear on the surface
Example sentence • The resurfacing of the road has caused traffic delays.
9 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• showing possibility of achievement or excellence
Example sentence • She had a promising career ahead of her.
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, adjective v, adj verb
• cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of
Example sentence • Her abasing behavior in front of her boss cost her the promotion.
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.
10 4 verb, adjective v, adj
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Example sentence • The databasing software is very user-friendly.
9 3 verb v
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9 3 verb v verb
• To set (a gemstone etc.) into.
Example sentence • He was skilled in the art of enchasing precious stones into jewelry.
10 3 verb, noun v, n verb
• To purify a drug by crystallization.
Example sentence • The dangers of freebasing include the risk of fire and explosion.
8 3 verb
• enclose in, or as if in, a case
Example sentence • The prison is surrounded by a wall, incasing the inmates.
11 4 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj
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Example sentence • The lowercasing of the text made it more visually consistent.
6 2 verb
• tear down so as to make flat with the ground
14 4 noun n noun
• a footrace of usually 3000 meters over a closed track with hurdles and a water jump
Example sentence • The jockey fell off the horse during the steeplechasing event.
8 3 verb v verb
• To take out of a case or covering; to uncover.
Example sentence • He began uncasing his belongings and setting up his new apartment.
11 4 verb, noun v, n
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Example sentence • The process of uppercasing involves converting lowercase letters to uppercase letters.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the exchange of goods for an agreed sum of money
Example sentence • The selling of goods and services is the main source of income for many businesses.
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.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• the physiological state produced by a poison or other toxic substance
Example sentence • She experienced food poisoning after eating the contaminated seafood.
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.
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.
7 2 verb v noun
• the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture
verb
• go after with the intent to catch
Example sentence • The dog was chasing its tail in the backyard.
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.
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, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• preparing or putting through a prescribed procedure
Example sentence • The processing of the application will take up to 7 business days.
9 3 adjective adj adjective
• resulting in punishment
adjective satellite
• characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort
Example sentence • He received a punishing blow to the head during the boxing match.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a contorted facial expression
verb
• contort the face to indicate a certain mental or emotional state
Example sentence • He had a grimacing expression on his face as he opened the envelope.
9 2 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• diligent and thorough in inquiry or investigation
Example sentence • She sat at her desk, searching for her misplaced glasses.
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.
8 2 verb v noun
• the act of marching; walking with regular steps (especially in a procession of some kind)
Example sentence • The soldiers were marching in perfect formation.
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.
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 .
8 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• not clear to the understanding
Example sentence • Her puzzling behavior left us all confused.
10 4 verb, noun v, n Example sentence • The refocusing of our marketing strategy has led to increased sales.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the act of furnishing an equivalent person or thing in the place of another
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.
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, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• a point located with respect to surface features of some region
verb
• put into a certain place or abstract location
Example sentence • The placing of the furniture in the living room created a cozy atmosphere.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a proud stiff pompous gait
verb
• to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others
Example sentence • The prancing horse won the horse race.
8 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• full of energetic and noisy activity
Example sentence • The bustling city streets were crowded with people and traffic.
11 4 adjective adj adjective satellite
• linked or locked closely together as by dovetailing
Example sentence • The interlacing pattern on the carpet was intricate and beautiful.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a small amount of liquor added to a food or beverage
Example sentence • She admired the delicate lacing on her grandmother's wedding dress.
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