8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the forceful expulsion of something from inside
Example sentence • The loud belching at the dinner table was quite embarrassing.
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 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 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• causing great physical or mental suffering
Example sentence • The movie was a wrenching portrayal of grief and loss.
6 2 verb, adverb, noun, adjective v, adv, n, adj adjective
• (of the moon) pertaining to the period during which the visible surface of the moon increases
noun
• the application of wax to a surface
Example sentence • I need to schedule a waxing appointment for next week.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• very attractive; capturing interest
Example sentence • She wore a fetching red dress to the party.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• an irritating cutaneous sensation that produces a desire to scratch
Example sentence • I have an itching on my arm.
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.
9 2 noun n noun
• joining or attaching by stitches
Example sentence • She learned the art of stitching from her grandmother.
9 2 verb v noun
• the act of changing one thing or position for another
Example sentence • I am switching the TV channel to watch a different show.
9 2 verb v noun
• a sudden muscle spasm; especially one caused by a nervous condition
Example sentence • He couldn't control his twitching leg during the meeting.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of extinguishing; causing to stop burning
Example sentence • The quenching of a thirst is a very satisfying feeling.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of observing; taking a patient look
Example sentence • I enjoy watching movies on weekends.
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.
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 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of making something completely wet
Example sentence • She got caught in a drenching rainstorm on her way home.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of consuming liquids
Example sentence • She has a habit of binge drinking on weekends.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • She had a missing button on her shirt.
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.
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 3 adjective adj Example sentence • The view from the top of the mountain was amazing .
9 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• the act of branching out or dividing into branches
Example sentence • The branching of the tree provided shade on hot summer days.
11 4 adjective adj adjective
• arousing or holding the attention
Example sentence • I found the book very interesting to read.
12 4 adjective adj adjective satellite
• so strong as to be irresistible
Example sentence • The amount of work she had to do was overwhelming .
8 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• farming for the raising of livestock (particularly cattle)
Example sentence • He inherited the family ranching business.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• To fail to repay a small debt.
Example sentence • He's welching on his bet and refusing to pay up.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the facial expression of sudden pain
verb
• draw back, as with fear or pain
Example sentence • She had a wincing expression on her face as she tasted the spicy sauce.
5 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the state or fact of existing
Example sentence • He's a great being who always helps others.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• (baseball) playing the position of catcher on a baseball team
adjective satellite
• (of disease) capable of being transmitted by infection
Example sentence • The catching scent of freshly baked cookies filled the room.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the job of a professional coach
Example sentence • He received coaching from a professional tennis player.
6 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• the act of drawing spatially closer to something
adjective satellite
• of the relatively near future
Example sentence • The coming storm is going to be intense.
7 2 verb v noun
• the act of acquiring something
Example sentence • I am getting ready for work.
5 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj Example sentence • The going rate for a haircut at this salon is $50.
7 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually; look
adjective satellite
• appearing to be as specified; usually used as combining forms
Example sentence • I am looking for my car keys.
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.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj Example sentence • She bought a matching hat and gloves.
7 2 noun n noun
• the time period between dawn and noon
Example sentence • I woke up early in the morning to go for a run.
7 2 noun n noun
• a quantity of no importance; thing (object:), singular, negative pronoun; pronoun, thing, singular; quantifier: negative existential
adverb
• in no respect; to no degree
Example sentence • I have nothing to do today.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the removal of soap with clean water in the final stage of washing
Example sentence • I need to do a quick rinsing of the paintbrushes before they dry.
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.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• an exchange of ideas via conversation
Example sentence • The talking parrot entertained the kids at the birthday party.
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.
8 2 adjective adj noun
• the event of something coming in contact with the body
Example sentence • The movie was very touching and made me cry.
9 2 verb, noun v, n Example sentence • The team suffered a trouncing in the championship game.
6 2 adverb, adjective adv, adj Example sentence • She is a trying person to be around
7 2 noun, adjective n, adj Example sentence • She looked at him with a wanting expression in her eyes.
7 2 noun n noun
• the process of becoming warmer; a rising temperature
Example sentence • Global warming is causing significant changes in weather patterns.
7 2 noun n noun
• a message informing of danger
Example sentence • The lifeguard blew the whistle as a warning to swimmers.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• any general reduction in vitality and strength of body and mind resulting from a debilitating chronic disease
Example sentence • She was angry about the wasting food at the party.
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