9 3 noun n noun
• a watercourse that carries water away from a mill or water wheel or turbine
Example sentence • The hydroelectric power station had two tailraces to release water from the reservoir.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a point located with respect to surface features of some region
verb
• put into a certain place or abstract location
Example sentence • This is a beautiful place to visit.
4 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
verb
• deal with (something unpleasant) head on
Example sentence • She has a beautiful face .
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• (Greek mythology) one of three sisters who were the givers of beauty and charm; a favorite subject for sculptors
verb
• make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.
Example sentence • She moved with grace and elegance across the dance floor.
5 1 noun n noun
• the unlimited expanse in which everything is located
Example sentence • The astronaut floated gracefully in space .
4 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a cord that is drawn through eyelets or around hooks in order to draw together two edges (as of a shoe or garment)
verb
• spin, wind, or twist together
Example sentence • She wore a beautiful bridal lace dress on her wedding day.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture
verb
• go after with the intent to catch
Example sentence • The police led a chase through the city to catch the bank robbers.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a support that steadies or strengthens something else
verb
• prepare (oneself), often but not necessarily for something unpleasant or difficult
Example sentence • She wore a brace on her wrist after spraining it in a fall.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection)
verb
• include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory
Example sentence • She gave her sister a warm embrace when they finally saw each other after a long time.
4 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the rate of moving (especially walking or running)
verb
• walk with slow or fast paces
Example sentence • He walked at a slow pace .
4 1 verb, noun v, n 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 • She used a cake base for the chocolate tart.
4 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• an occurrence of something
verb
• look over, usually with the intention to rob
Example sentence • The detective is investigating the murder case .
4 1 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • The marathon is a long-distance race .
4 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• an official who carries a mace of office
Example sentence • The guard carried a mace during his patrol.
8 2 noun n noun
• a lace used for fastening shoes
Example sentence • I need to tie my shoelace before going for a run.
9 2 noun n noun
• a case with a handle; for carrying papers or files or books
Example sentence • He carried his important documents in a black leather briefcase .
8 2 noun n noun
• a portable rectangular container for carrying clothes
Example sentence • I packed all my clothes in the suitcase .
3 1 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number
Example sentence • He served an ace in the tennis match.
8 2 noun n verb
• bring shame or dishonor upon
Example sentence • It was a disgrace that he cheated on the exam.
9 2 noun n noun
• an open recess in a wall at the base of a chimney where a fire can be built
Example sentence • We sat around the cozy fireplace , warming ourselves on a chilly winter evening.
9 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• (chemistry) a surface forming a common boundary between two things (two objects or liquids or chemical phases)
Example sentence • The computer's interface allows users to interact with the machine.
7 2 verb v verb
• substitute a person or thing for (another that is broken or inefficient or lost or no longer working or yielding what is expected)
Example sentence • I need to replace the broken window.
9 2 adverb, noun adv, n adverb
• in or at or to some place
Example sentence • Let's go to someplace new for our vacation.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a just detectable amount
verb
• follow, discover, or ascertain the course of development of something
Example sentence • The detective followed the trace of footprints to solve the case.
8 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a typeface with thick heavy lines
Example sentence • In the book, the author used boldface to highlight important information.
8 2 noun n noun
• a long lace for fastening boots
Example sentence • I tied my bootlace before heading out for a walk.
4 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• small European freshwater fish with a slender bluish-green body
Example sentence • The dace is a small freshwater fish found in Europe and Asia.
6 2 verb v verb
• mar or spoil the appearance of
Example sentence • Vandals defaced the walls with graffiti.
6 2 verb v verb
• remove completely from recognition or memory
Example sentence • He used an eraser to efface the pencil marks from the paper.
8 2 noun n Example sentence • The annual footrace attracted runners from all over the world.
7 2 verb v verb
• overcome or cause to waver or submit by (or as if by) staring
Example sentence • She tried to outface her opponent with a confident smile.
6 2 verb v Example sentence • She carefully unlaced her shoes and set them by the door.
7 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• A foot soldier, especially during World War II.
Example sentence • He called his friend a dogface as a joke.
7 2 verb v verb
• To travel faster than another in a competitive event.
Example sentence • The cheetah can outrace any other land animal.
4 1
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8 2 noun n noun
• a piece of furniture with shelves for storing books
Example sentence • She organized her books neatly on the bookcase .
9 2 noun n noun
• housing for a crankshaft
Example sentence • The mechanic removed the oil filter to access the crankcase of the engine.
7 2 noun n noun
• someone deranged and possibly dangerous
Example sentence • He's a complete nutcase , always coming up with crazy ideas.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a setting in which something can be displayed to best effect
Example sentence • The museum's showcase displayed ancient artifacts from Egypt.
5 2 noun n noun
• (sociology) the conventions that embody the fundamental values of a group
Example sentence • Different cultures have different mores when it comes to punctuality.
6 2 noun n noun
• a cap with no brim or bill; made of soft cloth
Example sentence • The soldiers in the parade all wore matching berets .
8 2 noun n noun
• any day except Sunday (and sometimes except Saturday)
Example sentence • I work on weekdays and have weekends off.
10 2 noun n noun
• the place where someone was born
Example sentence • Her birthplace is a small town in rural Ohio.
9 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• the makeup (usually burnt cork) used by a performer in order to imitate a Negro
Example sentence • Wearing blackface is widely considered offensive and perpetuates harmful racial stereotypes.
9 3 verb v verb
• spin, wind, or twist together
Example sentence • She interlaced her fingers with his as they walked along the beach.
8 2 verb v verb
• place (something) where one cannot find it again
Example sentence • I often misplace my car keys.
8 3 noun n noun
• (slang) a derogatory term for a white person (supposedly used by North American Indians)
Example sentence • The cowboy stared at the paleface with suspicion.
9 2 noun n noun
• a place where work is done
Example sentence • The workplace can sometimes be a stressful environment.
8 3 adverb
• at or in or to any place
Example sentence • I can work from anyplace as long as I have internet access.
11 3 adjective adj noun
• a trite or obvious remark
adjective satellite
• completely ordinary and unremarkable
Example sentence • Wearing jeans to work has become commonplace in many offices.
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