8 3 noun n noun
• someone to whom property (especially realty) is devised by will
Example sentence • The lawyer explained the terms of the will to the devisees .
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a separate part of a whole
verb
• to join or unite the pieces of
Example sentence • She cut the cake into small pieces.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the force of policemen and officers
verb
• maintain the security of by carrying out a patrol
Example sentence • The police arrested a suspect in connection with the robbery.
4 1 noun n noun
• the sediment from fermentation of an alcoholic beverage
Example sentence • The wine had settled, leaving behind a layer of lees in the bottle.
8 3 noun n noun
• (sports) the chief official (as in boxing or American football) who is expected to ensure fair play
verb
• be a referee or umpire in a sports competition
Example sentence • The referees awarded a penalty kick to the home team.
8 3 noun n noun
• an exile who flees for safety
Example sentence • The country is taking in thousands of refugees fleeing war-torn regions.
5 1 verb v noun
• (`cease' is a noun only in the phrase `without cease') end
verb
• put an end to a state or an activity
Example sentence • Please cease talking in the library.
8 2 verb v noun
• a quantity that is added
verb
• become bigger or greater in amount
Example sentence • We need to increase the amount of exercise we do to stay healthy.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• property that is leased or rented out or let
Example sentence • He signed a lease for the apartment.
9 3 noun n noun
• something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained
Example sentence • The detective was determined to solve the mysteries surrounding the murder case.
8 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group
Example sentence • The company has strict policies regarding attendance.
8 3 noun n noun
• someone who receives advice
Example sentence • The advisor has many advisees who seek guidance.
11 3 noun n noun
• A holder of a franchise; a person who is granted a franchise.
Example sentence • The franchisees opened several new locations of the popular fast-food chain in the city.
9 3 noun n noun
• a member of an ancient Jewish sect noted for strict obedience to Jewish traditions
9 3 noun n noun
• a person to whom a promise is made
Example sentence • The promisees in the contract were not given the agreed-upon compensation.
9 4 noun n noun
• things that make you comfortable and at ease
Example sentence • The hotel offers various amenities such as a pool, gym, and spa.
6 2 adverb adv adverb
• to or from every one of two or more (considered individually)
Example sentence • They each paid $10 apiece for the concert tickets.
7 2 noun n Example sentence • Her decision to quit her job seemed to be driven by caprice rather than careful consideration.
11 3 noun n noun
• the central or most important feature
Example sentence • The beautiful flower arrangement served as the centerpiece of the table.
6 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• an angular or rounded shape made by folding
verb
• make wrinkles or creases on a smooth surface; make a pressed, folded or wrinkled line in; `crisp' is archaic
Example sentence • She carefully ironed out the creases in her dress.
8 2 verb v verb
• decrease in size, extent, or range
Example sentence • We need to decrease our expenses to save money.
8 2 noun n noun
• electro-acoustic transducer for converting electric signals into sounds; it is held over or inserted into the ear
Example sentence • She always wears an earpiece during her performances.
5 2 noun n noun
• solid excretory product evacuated from the bowels
Example sentence • The veterinarian examined the cat's feces for signs of parasites.
7 2 noun n noun
• a revue with elaborate costuming
Example sentence • Her follies and careless attitude cost her the job.
9 2 noun n noun
• a covering or bunch of human or artificial hair used for disguise or adornment
Example sentence • She wore a hairpiece to conceal her bald spot.
8 3 noun n noun
• the decade from 1890 to 1899
Example sentence • The fashion trends of the nineties are making a comeback.
5 2 adjective adj Example sentence • She is clinically obese and needs to make some lifestyle changes.
7 2 verb, noun v, n verb
• repeat an earlier theme of a composition
Example sentence • The two pianists performed a reprise of their famous duet.
7 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a newspaper that is published every day
adverb
• every day; without missing a day
adjective satellite
• of or belonging to or occurring every day
Example sentence • I need to pick up my dailies from the pharmacy.
5 1 noun n noun
• web-footed long-necked typically gregarious migratory aquatic birds usually larger and less aquatic than ducks
Example sentence • The geese flew in a V formation across the sky.
11 4 noun n adjective
• not permanent; not lasting
noun
• a worker (especially in an office) hired on a temporary basis
adjective satellite
• lacking continuity or regularity
Example sentence • The company hired several temporaries to help with the busy season.
10 3 noun n
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Example sentence • The appraisees were asked to complete a self-evaluation form.
9 3 noun n noun
• a dead axle on a carriage or wagon that has terminal spindles on which the wheels revolve
Example sentence • The axletrees of the wagon were so worn out that they needed to be replaced.
7 2 noun n noun
• the agent to whom property involved in a bailment is delivered
Example sentence • The bailees are responsible for the safekeeping of the artwork.
9 2 noun n noun
• a common shrub with black fruit or a small tree of Europe and Asia; fruit used for wines and jellies
Example sentence • The bourtrees in the garden are in full bloom.
10 4 noun n
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Example sentence • The book was dedicated to its dedicatees , the author's parents.
9 3 noun n noun
• a person who is expelled from home or country by authority
Example sentence • The deportees were sent back to their home countries.
10 3
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Example sentence • The disseisees were determined to regain ownership of the property.
10 3 noun n
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Example sentence • The court ruled in favor of the disseizees , granting them back their land.
12 4 noun n
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Example sentence • The lawyer is responsible for notifying all the distributees of the deceased's will.
7 2
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Example sentence • I bought a set of doolees to try out some new knitting patterns.
8 2 noun n noun
• someone who is drafted into military service
Example sentence • The draftees were called to serve in the military.
5 1 verb v verb
• (North England and Scotland) To suffer; bear; endure; put up with; undergo.
6 2 noun n noun
• a person who acts as host at formal occasions (makes an introductory speech and introduces other speakers)
verb
• act as a master of ceremonies
Example sentence • The emcees kept the event lively with their entertaining jokes.
9 3 noun n noun
• The person to whom something is transferred by endorsement.
Example sentence • The endorsers and endorsees at the campaign rally showed a strong support for the candidate.
9 3 noun n noun
• a person who enrolls in (or is enrolled in) a class or course of study
Example sentence • The university has over 10,000 enrollees in its undergraduate programs.
9 3 noun n noun
• delicate and intricate ornamentation (usually in gold or silver or other fine twisted wire)
8 2 verb v Example sentence • He foresees that the project will be completed on time.
6 2 noun n noun
• a spirally grooved spindle in a clock that counteracts the diminishing power of the uncoiling mainspring
Example sentence • The hikers used fusees to signal for help in the darkness.
6 2 noun
• a colored flare used as a warning signal by trucks and trains
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