8 3 noun n noun
• a small conical pouch projecting from the upper anterior part of each atrium of the heart
Example sentence • The auricles of the heart receive blood from the veins.
8 3 noun n noun
• the dead skin at the base of a fingernail or toenail
Example sentence • I need to push back my cuticles before applying nail polish.
9 3 noun n noun
• small pointed ridge on the exoskeleton of an arthropod
Example sentence • Sharks have denticles on their skin that help reduce drag.
8 3 noun n noun
• a plant of the genus Sanicula having palmately compound leaves and unisexual flowers in panicled umbels followed by bristly fruit; reputed to have healing powers
Example sentence • The hiking trail was lined with sanicles , creating a picturesque scene.
13 5 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a particle that has the same mass as another particle but has opposite values for its other properties; interaction of a particle and its antiparticle results in annihilation and the production of radiant energy
Example sentence • Positrons are the antiparticles of electrons.
9 3 noun n noun
• something immaterial that stands in the way and must be circumvented or surmounted
Example sentence • She overcame numerous obstacles to achieve her dream of becoming a doctor.
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 put on her spectacles to read the small print.
10 3 noun n noun
• one of four connected cavities in the brain; is continuous with the central canal of the spinal cord and contains cerebrospinal fluid
Example sentence • The ventricles of the heart pump blood to the rest of the body.
8 2 noun n noun
• eruptions along a nerve path often accompanied by severe neuralgia
Example sentence • He was diagnosed with shingles , a painful skin rash caused by the varicella-zoster virus.
8 2 noun n noun
• the act of breathing heavily through the nose (as when the nose is congested)
verb
• cry or whine with snuffling
Example sentence • I have a bad case of the sniffles today.
10 3 noun n adjective
• of or relating to technique or proficiency in a practical skill
noun
• a pickup truck with a gun mounted on it
adjective satellite
• of or relating to or requiring special knowledge to be understood
Example sentence • The presentation focused on the technicals of the new software.
7 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• badminton played with one person on each side
Example sentence • I enjoy listening to singles by my favorite artists.
8 2 noun n noun
• a bowling game that is played by rolling a bowling ball down a bowling alley at a target of nine wooden pins
Example sentence • I bought a bag of skittles at the store today.
10 4 noun n
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Example sentence • The study of biradicals is important in organic chemistry.
7 2 noun n verb
• annoy or provoke, as by constant criticism
Example sentence • The tailor uses needles to sew clothes.
7 2 verb v noun
• joint between the femur and tibia in a quadruped; corresponds to the human knee
verb
• suppress in order to conceal or hide
Example sentence • She stifles a yawn as she listens to the boring lecture.
8 2 noun n noun
• a condition of great disorder
Example sentence • The kitchen was in shambles after the dinner party.
10 3 noun n noun
• a judgment disposing of the matter without a trial
Example sentence • The company announced multiple dismissals as part of its restructuring plan.
8 3 noun n noun
• nonfictional prose forming an independent part of a publication
verb
• bind by a contract; especially for a training period
Example sentence • I read several articles about climate change.
9 3 noun n noun
• (nontechnical usage) a tiny piece of anything
Example sentence • The particles in the air can contribute to air pollution.
9 2 noun n noun
• bits of sweet chocolate used as a topping on e.g. ice cream
Example sentence • I love cupcakes with colorful sprinkles on top.
11 4 noun n noun
• (19th-mid 20th century) An employee in industry.
Example sentence • The industrials sector is expected to grow at a steady rate this year.
5 1 noun n noun
• a unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters
Example sentence • I walked five miles today.
10 3 noun n noun
• a record or narrative description of past events
verb
• record in chronological order; make a historical record
Example sentence • I love reading fantasy chronicles .
7 3 noun n noun
• ice resembling a pendent spear, formed by the freezing of dripping water
Example sentence • The icicles hung from the roof, sparkling in the sunlight.
7 2 noun n noun
• a children's game played with little balls made of a hard substance (as glass)
Example sentence • She won a bag of colorful marbles at the fair.
9 3 noun n noun
• a day or period of time set aside for feasting and celebration
Example sentence • I love attending music festivals during the summer.
8 2 verb v verb
• dispute or argue stubbornly (especially minor points)
6 2 noun n noun
• motivation based on ideas of right and wrong
Example sentence • He has strong morals and always tries to do the right thing.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• official routes of communication
Example sentence • I was surfing through the TV channels to find something interesting to watch.
7 2 noun n noun
• the human beings of a particular nation or community or ethnic group
Example sentence • The museum showcases the history and cultures of various peoples .
6 2 noun n noun
• fruit with red or yellow or green skin and sweet to tart crisp whitish flesh
Example sentence • I like to eat apples for breakfast.
10 3 noun n noun
• a lawman with less authority and jurisdiction than a sheriff
Example sentence • The constables were patrolling the streets late at night.
6 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• the final match between the winners of all previous matches in an elimination tournament
adjective satellite
• occurring at or forming an end or termination
Example sentence • I have to study for my finals next week.
9 3 noun n noun
• a trial that is invalid or inconclusive
Example sentence • The defense attorney argued that there were multiple mistrials in the defendant's previous case.
6 2 noun n noun
• an extended fictional work in prose; usually in the form of a story
adjective satellite
• original and of a kind not seen before
Example sentence • I love reading detective novels .
7 2 noun n adjective
• resistant to change of position or condition
noun
• a farm building for housing horses or other livestock
adjective satellite
• firm and dependable; subject to little fluctuation
Example sentence • The stables are located at the back of the property.
7 2 noun n noun
• (usually in the plural) a necessary commodity for which demand is constant
adjective satellite
• necessary or important, especially regarding food or commodities
verb
• secure or fasten with a staple or staples
Example sentence • I need to buy some staples for my stapler.
8 2 noun n noun
• a tall tower that forms the superstructure of a building (usually a church or temple) and that tapers to a point at the top
Example sentence • The cathedral's twin steeples tower over the city.
11 4 noun n noun
• a container that is used to put or keep things in
Example sentence • The trash receptacles in the park were overflowing with garbage.
7 3 noun n adjective
• pertaining to or composed in serial technique
noun
• a serialized set of programs
adjective satellite
• in regular succession without gaps
Example sentence • I enjoy reading crime serials in my free time.
7 2 noun n noun
• a plane curve traced by a point circling about the center but at increasing distances from the center
verb
• to wind or move in a spiral course
Example sentence • The artist painted intricate spirals on the canvas.
9 3 verb v verb
• create by putting components or members together
Example sentence • He assembles the furniture by following the instructions.
7 3 noun n adjective
• made of grain or relating to grain or the plants that produce it
noun
• grass whose starchy grains are used as food: wheat; rice; rye; oats; maize; buckwheat; millet
Example sentence • I bought three boxes of cereals at the grocery store.
7 2 noun n noun
• a percussion instrument consisting of a concave brass disk; makes a loud crashing sound when hit with a drumstick or when two are struck together
Example sentence • The drummer used his cymbals to add a dramatic effect to the music.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• the power to use something or someone
Example sentence • I need to take out the trash and put it in the disposals .
9 3 noun n noun
• a group of musicians playing or singing together
Example sentence • The orchestra played beautifully, with all the different ensembles blending together harmoniously.
10 3 noun n adjective satellite
• absolutely necessary; vitally necessary
Example sentence • I always make sure to pack the essentials before going on a trip.
9 3 noun n noun
• a health facility where patients receive treatment
Example sentence • There are several hospitals in the city.
9 4 noun n adjective
• derived from or composed of matter
noun
• the tangible substance that goes into the makeup of a physical object
adjective satellite
• concerned with worldly rather than spiritual interests
Example sentence • We need to gather the right materials for the experiment.
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