9 3 verb v Example sentence • I was referring to the book I read last week.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• (music) a curved line spanning notes that are to be played legato
verb
• play smoothly or legato
Example sentence • His slurring in the speech made it difficult for the audience to understand him.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• agitating a liquid with an implement
adjective satellite
• capable of arousing enthusiasm or excitement
Example sentence • The stirring music filled the room.
8 2 verb v noun
• a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something
Example sentence • The coach is spurring the team to train harder.
9 3 verb v verb
• hold back to a later time
Example sentence • The professor is deferring the due date for the assignment.
9 3 verb, noun v, n verb
• reason by deduction; establish by deduction
Example sentence • My inferring of the situation was based on the evidence presented.
10 3 verb v verb
• like better; value more highly
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj Example sentence • An occurring phenomenon can be fascinating to observe.
10 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• a thorough search for something (often causing disorder or confusion)
Example sentence • The ransacking of the house left everything in disarray.
6 2 verb
• To last, continue, endure.
preposition
• For all of a given time interval.
Example sentence • I always wear a hat during sunny days.
11 3 noun n noun
• an authorization to sell a company's goods or services in a particular place
Example sentence • Many entrepreneurs are attracted to the benefits of franchising .
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a hazy or indistinct representation
verb
• become glassy; lose clear vision
Example sentence • The blurring lines between reality and fiction in the movie kept me guessing till the end.
10 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• being of the same opinion
Example sentence • The concurring opinions of the judges supported the decision.
8 3 verb v Example sentence • I am ensuring that the project is completed on time.
10 3 verb v noun
• a surveying instrument for measuring horizontal and vertical angles, consisting of a small telescope mounted on a tripod
verb
• make a passage or journey from one place to another
Example sentence • The ship is currently transiting through the Panama Canal.
8 2 adjective adj noun
• sound of something in rapid motion
adjective satellite
• like the sound of rapidly vibrating wings
Example sentence • The whirring sound of the fan provided a soothing background noise.
9 3 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj verb
• try to prevent; show opposition to
Example sentence • The high cost of tuition is deterring many students from pursuing a college education.
10 3 adjective adj adjective
• restoring confidence and relieving anxiety
Example sentence • His calm and reassuring voice put me at ease.
9 3 adjective adj Example sentence • We have been experiencing recurring problems with our computer system.
9 3 verb v noun
• (law) a formal objection to an opponent's pleadings
12 4 verb, adjective v, adj
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Example sentence • The misreferring information led to a series of incorrect conclusions.
10 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the activity of keeping something secret
Example sentence • He wore a concealing mask to hide his identity.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• affording comfort or solace
Example sentence • She offered consoling words to her friend who was going through a tough time.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• very strong; urgently felt
Example sentence • The consuming fire destroyed the entire building.
10 3 noun n noun
• something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action
Example sentence • She sought counseling for her anxiety.
10 3 noun n noun
• the reduction of expenditures in order to become financially stable
Example sentence • The downsizing of the company led to several employees being laid off.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• a low continuous indistinct sound; often accompanied by movement of the lips without the production of articulate speech
Example sentence • She could hear the low muttering of voices coming from the next room.
8 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a loud low dull continuous noise
adjective satellite
• continuous full and low-pitched throbbing sound
Example sentence • The rumbling of thunder filled the air.
10 3 adverb, adjective adv, adj adjective satellite
• providing abundant nourishment
Example sentence • The meal was satisfying and delicious.
9 2 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• vibrating slightly and irregularly; as e.g. with fear or cold or like the leaves of an aspen in a breeze
Example sentence • She stood before the crowd, trembling with fear.
8 3 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• give an incentive for action
Example sentence • The inciting incident in the story was the murder of the protagonist's best friend.
10 3 verb, noun v, n verb
• have a conference in order to talk something over
Example sentence • The conferring of the award will take place next week.
13 4 adjective adj adjective satellite
• causing an emotional disturbance
Example sentence • The disconcerting news left everyone in shock.
11 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• a request for information
adjective satellite
• perplexed (as if being expected to know something that you do not know)
Example sentence • Her constant questioning was starting to annoy her friends.
10 4 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• returning to health after illness or debility
Example sentence • She is a recovering alcoholic.
10 3 adjective adj noun
• something that interests you because it is important or affects you
Example sentence • I have some concerns concerning your safety.
12 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• forcible indoctrination into a new set of attitudes and beliefs
Example sentence • The cult leader used brainwashing techniques to control his followers.
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.
12 4 adjective adj
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Example sentence • The nonrecurring event was a huge success.
9 3 adjective adj noun
• the properties acquired as a consequence of the way you were treated as a child
verb
• help develop, help grow
Example sentence • She has a nurturing personality and is always there to provide support.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• any of various polymers containing the urethane radical; a wide variety of synthetic forms are made and used as adhesives or plastics or paints or rubber
Example sentence • The purring cat curled up on my lap.
8 3 adjective adj Example sentence • She gave us an assuring smile to let us know everything would be fine.
9 3 verb v noun
• the act of conceding or yielding
Example sentence • He finally agreed to give me a raise, conceding my request.
9 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a becoming gradually less
adjective satellite
• gradually decreasing until little remains
Example sentence • The dwindling population of the endangered species is a cause for concern.
10 4 adjective adj adjective satellite
• pleasing to the mind or feeling
Example sentence • It was gratifying to see all of our hard work pay off.
9 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• a loud low dull continuous noise
adjective satellite
• continuous full and low-pitched throbbing sound
Example sentence • The sound of grumbling from the next room woke me up.
9 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• continuing forever or indefinitely
Example sentence • He worked with unceasing energy to meet the deadline.
8 4 adjective adj adjective satellite
• combining into a single unit
Example sentence • The unifying theme of the conference was innovation.
10 4 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj verb
• increase in size, volume or significance
Example sentence • She used a magnifying glass to read the tiny print.
10 4 verb v Example sentence • He nodded, signifying his agreement.
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