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.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of mating by male animals
Example sentence • The servicing of the car was done at a local mechanic.
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.
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.
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.
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.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• cause to move, usually with force or pressure
Example sentence • The displacing force of the explosion caused significant damage to the building.
10 3 verb v verb
• place (something) where one cannot find it again
Example sentence • After searching everywhere, I realized I had been misplacing my keys.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • She had a missing button on her shirt.
10 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • The purchasing of a new car can be a significant financial decision.
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.
8 3 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• the concentration of attention or energy on something
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.
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 adjective adj adjective satellite
• showing possibility of achievement or excellence
Example sentence • She had a promising career ahead of her.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval)
Example sentence • The hissing sound of the snake startled me.
10 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• jewelry consisting of a cord or chain (often bearing gems) worn about the neck as an ornament (especially by women)
Example sentence • The practice of necklacing was commonly used as a means of punishment during the apartheid era in South Africa.
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.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of someone who fishes as a diversion
Example sentence • They went fishing at the lake.
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 Example sentence • The surviving members of the band decided to continue performing without their lead singer.
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 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.
12 4 verb v noun
• the act of purchasing back something previously sold
verb
• buy what had previously been sold, lost, or given away
Example sentence • I am considering repurchasing the same car model.
8 3 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• remove completely from recognition or memory
Example sentence • The raindrops falling from the sky were effacing the graffiti on the wall.
11 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• causing distress or worry or anxiety
Example sentence • The distressing news about the accident spread quickly.
10 4 verb, noun v, n Example sentence • The refocusing of our marketing strategy has led to increased sales.
11 4 verb v Example sentence • We spent the evening reminiscing about our childhood adventures.
8 3 verb, adjective v, adj Example sentence • He could not resist her seducing smile.
10 4 verb, adverb, noun, adjective v, adv, n, adj noun
• the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit
Example sentence • Regular exercising can help improve your overall health.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• very attractive; capturing interest
Example sentence • She wore a fetching red dress to the party.
9 2 adjective adj adverb
• capable of causing burns
adjective satellite
• hot and dry enough to burn or parch a surface
Example sentence • The scorching sun made it unbearable to stay outside.
9 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of splashing a (liquid) substance on a surface
Example sentence • The sound of splashing water was soothing to my ears.
9 2 verb v noun
• the act of gripping and pressing firmly
Example sentence • She was squeezing the lemon to get the juice out.
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.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a support consisting of an arrangement of straps for holding something to the body (especially one supporting a person suspended from a parachute)
Example sentence • The harnessing power of the sun is a clean and sustainable energy source.
9 3 adverb adv
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• someone who sees an event and reports what happened
Example sentence • She had a witnessing role in the play.
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 .
10 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust
Example sentence • The smell coming from the dumpster was absolutely disgusting .
7 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj adjective
• becoming lower or less in degree or value
adjective satellite
• decreasing in amount or degree
Example sentence • The falling leaves created a colorful carpet on the ground.
7 2 noun n noun
• the experiencing of affective and emotional states
Example sentence • I have a strange feeling in my stomach.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of fighting; any contest or struggle
adjective satellite
• engaged in or ready for military or naval operations
Example sentence • The fighting in the boxing match was intense.
6 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• an instance of traveling by air
Example sentence • The flying squirrel glided through the trees.
11 4 adjective adj adjective satellite
• attracting and holding interest as if by a spell
Example sentence • The sunset at the beach was mesmerizing .
9 3 adjective adj Example sentence • She looked absolutely ravishing in that red dress.
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