6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a person believed to bring bad luck to those around him
verb
• cast a spell over someone or something; put a hex on someone or something
Example sentence • It is believed that wearing a shirt with the number 13 on it jinxes the team.
9 3 noun n
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Example sentence • He experienced difficulty swallowing and had a sore throat due to inflammation in his pharynxes .
8 2 noun n noun
• (Greek mythology) a riddling winged monster with a woman's head and breast on a lion's body; daughter of Typhon
Example sentence • The sphinxes guarding the ancient temple were mysterious and awe-inspiring.
2 1 verb v noun
• the 9th letter of the Roman alphabet
adjective satellite
• used of a single unit or thing; not two or more
3 1 adjective adj noun
• an expression of greeting
Example sentence • I saw his dog at the park.
7 2 noun n noun
• (plural) optical instrument consisting of a frame that holds a pair of lenses for correcting defective vision
Example sentence • She wore glasses to correct her vision.
7 2 noun n noun
• United States labor leader who organized the longshoremen (1901-1990)
Example sentence • Many cities have pedestrian bridges to safely cross busy roads.
7 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• an inclination or desire; used in the plural in the phrase `left to your own devices'
Example sentence • Many electronic devices , such as smartphones and tablets, are equipped with touch screens.
8 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• (classical mythology) a hero noted for his strength; performed 12 immense labors to gain immortality
6 2 noun n noun
• a book of the Old Testament that tells the history of Israel under the leaders known as judges
Example sentence • The judges deliberated for hours before reaching a verdict.
6 2 noun n noun
• something lost (especially money lost at gambling)
Example sentence • The company reported significant losses in its quarterly earnings report.
6 2 noun n noun
• the common people generally
Example sentence • The masses gathered in the town square to protest the government's new policy.
6 2 noun n noun
• informal term of address for someone's wife
Example sentence • My missus is an amazing cook.
8 3 noun n noun
• land and the buildings on it
Example sentence • We need to clean the premises before the guests arrive.
4 1 noun n noun
• an examination consisting of a few short questions
verb
• examine someone's knowledge of something
Example sentence • I need to study for the history quiz tomorrow.
8 3 noun n noun
• performance of duties or provision of space and equipment helpful to others
Example sentence • He works in the IT services department of the company.
10 3 noun n noun
• (plural) spectacles that are darkened or polarized to protect the eyes from the glare of the sun
Example sentence • I couldn't find my sunglasses anywhere.
5 2 noun n noun
• a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing
Example sentence • He worked overtime to earn higher wages .
7 2 noun n noun
• a small being, human in form, playful and having magical powers
Example sentence • The fairies danced in a circle under the moonlight.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• any of various mostly cold-blooded aquatic vertebrates usually having scales and breathing through gills
Example sentence • There are many colorful fishes in the tropical reef.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a powerful effect or influence
verb
• to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means
Example sentence • The police forces are searching for the missing child.
6 2 noun n noun
• solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times
verb
• provide with a horse or horses
Example sentence • I love to ride horses at the local stable.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
Example sentence • The houses on this street are all painted the same color.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• informal term of address for someone's wife
6 2 verb v adjective
• of advancing the ball by throwing it
noun
• (baseball) an advance to first base by a batter who receives four balls
Example sentence • He passes the ball to his teammate.
5 2 noun n Example sentence • There are several horse races scheduled for this weekend.
6 2 noun n noun
• a seductive woman who uses her sex appeal to exploit men
Example sentence • The minxes in our neighborhood always cause trouble.
7 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• an addition that extends a main building
Example sentence • The country annexes a neighboring territory to expand its borders.
6 2 noun n Example sentence • The lynxes in this area are known for their large territories.
9 3 noun n noun
• any of the bones of the fingers or toes
Example sentence • The ancient Greek armies used tightly organized phalanxes in battle.
3 1 noun n noun
• your occupation or line of work
Example sentence • I need to get my biz in order before the meeting.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• an appliance that corrects dental irregularities
Example sentence • He had to get braces to straighten his teeth.
8 2 noun n noun
• (used in the plural) informal term for breeches
Example sentence • He rolled up his britches before wading into the river.
10 3 noun n noun
• (plural) optical instrument consisting of a frame that holds a pair of lenses for correcting defective vision
Example sentence • She always wears her eyeglasses when reading.
8 3 noun n noun
• assets in the form of money
Example sentence • I need to review my finances before I make any major purchases.
4 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• an effervescent beverage (usually alcoholic)
verb
• become bubbly or frothy or foaming
Example sentence • The sound of fizz filled the air as I opened the can of soda.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a region in central Italy, with capital Ancona
6 2 noun n noun
• an abundance of material possessions and resources
Example sentence • He amassed great riches during his successful business career.
3 1 verb v noun
• someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field
8 3 verb, noun v, n adjective satellite
• being ahead of time or need
verb
• move forward, also in the metaphorical sense
Example sentence • Scientific advances have revolutionized the field of medicine.
6 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• the excretory opening at the end of the alimentary canal
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a curved shape in the vertical plane that spans an opening
adjective satellite
• (used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension
Example sentence • The ancient temple had beautiful arches .
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a specialist assigned to the staff of a diplomatic mission
Example sentence • She attaches the document to the email.
4 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a straight line through a body or figure that satisfies certain conditions
5 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a relation that provides the foundation for something
Example sentence • The candles were placed on the bases of the cake.
6 2 verb v noun
• a strong flame that burns brightly
verb
• shine brightly and intensively
Example sentence • He blazes a trail through the dense forest.
7 3 noun n noun
• anything that tends to arouse
Example sentence • Employees at the company were thrilled to receive their annual bonuses .
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• conveyance consisting of a wheeled support on which a camera can be mounted
Example sentence • Sarah loves playing with her dollies .
7 3 noun n noun
• An unborn or unhatched vertebrate showing signs of the mature animal.
Example sentence • The doctor examined the fetuses using ultrasound.
7 3 verb v noun
• the concentration of attention or energy on something
verb
• direct one's attention on something
Example sentence • She focuses her attention on the task at hand.
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