9 3 verb, noun v, n Example sentence • The delousing of the prisoners was carried out to prevent the spread of diseases.
7 2 verb v verb
• To move cautiously or furtively, in the manner of a mouse (the rodent) (frequently used in the phrasal verb to mouse around).
noun
• The act of hunting mice (or similar prey), especially by pouncing on them from above.
adjective
• Impertinently inquisitive; prying; meddlesome.
Example sentence • She was mousing around on the computer.
8 3 adverb, adjective adv, adj verb
• call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses)
Example sentence • The novel had an arousing plot that kept me hooked until the very end.
10 3 verb v
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Example sentence • He was bespousing the benefits of a plant-based diet.
7 2 verb v noun
• wingless usually flattened bloodsucking insect parasitic on warm-blooded animals
7 2 verb v
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10 4
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9 3 verb v verb
• choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans
Example sentence • She is espousing a new approach to education reform.
7 2 noun n noun
• structures collectively in which people are housed
Example sentence • Affordable housing is a major issue in many urban areas.
9 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• causing great physical or mental suffering
Example sentence • The movie was a wrenching portrayal of grief and loss.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a proud stiff pompous gait
verb
• to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others
Example sentence • The prancing horse won the horse race.
7 3 adjective adj Example sentence • The view from the top of the mountain was amazing .
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of consuming liquids
Example sentence • She has a habit of binge drinking on weekends.
5 2 verb v noun
• an act that exploits or victimizes someone (treats them unfairly)
Example sentence • I am using my phone to make a call.
6 2 verb, adverb, noun, adjective v, adv, n, adj adjective
• (of the moon) pertaining to the period during which the visible surface of the moon increases
noun
• the application of wax to a surface
Example sentence • I need to schedule a waxing appointment for next week.
6 2 verb v verb
• fail to keep or to maintain; cease to have, either physically or in an abstract sense
Example sentence • I am losing my patience with your constant excuses.
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 verb, noun v, n noun
• taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music
Example sentence • She took several dance classes and eventually became a professional in dancing .
11 4 adjective adj adjective
• arousing or holding the attention
Example sentence • I found the book very interesting to read.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • She had a missing button on her shirt.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of observing; taking a patient look
Example sentence • I enjoy watching movies on weekends.
9 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• the act of branching out or dividing into branches
Example sentence • The branching of the tree provided shade on hot summer days.
9 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of making something completely wet
Example sentence • She got caught in a drenching rainstorm on her way home.
8 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• farming for the raising of livestock (particularly cattle)
Example sentence • He inherited the family ranching business.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the removal of soap with clean water in the final stage of washing
Example sentence • I need to do a quick rinsing of the paintbrushes before they dry.
9 2 verb, noun v, n Example sentence • The team suffered a trouncing in the championship game.
9 2 verb, adjective v, adj Example sentence • She grew tired of his traipsing ways and left him.
7 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• capable of arousing enthusiasm or excitement
Example sentence • The concert ended with a rousing applause from the audience.
8 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• containing or expressing accusation
Example sentence • He gave her an accusing look.
7 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• providing enjoyment; pleasantly entertaining
Example sentence • The clown's antics were amusing to the children.
7 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement
Example sentence • The arguing between the two siblings often results in loud shouting.
5 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the state or fact of existing
Example sentence • He's a great being who always helps others.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• noisy like the sound of a bee
Example sentence • The buzzing bees flew from flower to flower.
7 2 verb v noun
• the act of causing something to happen
Example sentence • The heavy rain is causing flooding in the streets.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of closing something
Example sentence • The closing of the deal took longer than expected.
6 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• the act of drawing spatially closer to something
adjective satellite
• of the relatively near future
Example sentence • The coming storm is going to be intense.
9 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• causing confusion or disorientation
Example sentence • The movie had a confusing plot that left the audience puzzled.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• aimless wandering from place to place
adjective satellite
• continually changing especially as from one abode or occupation to another
Example sentence • The drifting of the snowflakes created a beautiful winter scene.
8 2 adjective adj noun
• the withdrawal of heat to change something from a liquid to a solid
Example sentence • I'm so cold, it's freezing outside.
7 2 verb v noun
• the act of acquiring something
Example sentence • I am getting ready for work.
5 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj Example sentence • The going rate for a haircut at this salon is $50.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval)
Example sentence • The hissing sound of the snake startled me.
7 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually; look
adjective satellite
• appearing to be as specified; usually used as combining forms
Example sentence • I am looking for my car keys.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the exchange of goods for an agreed sum of money
Example sentence • We need to create a new marketing strategy for this product.
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.
7 2 noun n noun
• a quantity of no importance; thing (object:), singular, negative pronoun; pronoun, thing, singular; quantifier: negative existential
adverb
• in no respect; to no degree
Example sentence • I have nothing to do today.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• text handwritten in the style of printed matter
Example sentence • I work in the printing industry.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of extinguishing; causing to stop burning
Example sentence • The quenching of a thirst is a very satisfying feeling.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the event of something being raised upward
adjective satellite
• increasing in quantity or value
Example sentence • She is responsible for the raising of funds for the charity.
8 2 adverb, adjective adv, adj noun
• a rapid series of short loud sounds (as might be heard with a stethoscope in some types of respiratory disorders)
adjective satellite
• extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers
Example sentence • He was so nervous that he had a rattling voice when he spoke.
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