give help or assistance; be of service improve the condition of having help; often used as a combining form
the third of three divisions of the Hebrew Scriptures the act of creating written works the work of a writer; anything expressed in letters of the alphabet (especially when considered from the point of view of style and effect) (usually plural) the collected work of an author letters or symbols that are written or imprinted on a surface to represent the sounds or words of a language the activity of putting something in written form produce a literary work communicate or express by writing have (one's written work) issued for publication communicate (with) in writing communicate by letter write music mark or trace on a surface record data on a computer write or name the letters that comprise the conventionally accepted form of (a word or part of a word) create code, write a computer program
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an act that violates the rules of a sport hit a foul ball make impure become or cause to become obstructed commit a foul; break the rules spot, stain, or pollute make unclean become soiled and dirty highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust offensively malodorous violating accepted standards or rules (of a baseball) not hit between the foul lines (of a manuscript) defaced with changes characterized by obscenity disgustingly dirty; filled or smeared with offensive matter especially of a ship's lines etc
the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one a playing card or domino or die whose upward face shows four pips being one more than three
request for payment of a debt demand payment advertise especially by posters or placards publicize or announce by placards
the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area the hard fibrous lignified substance under the bark of trees the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area United States film actress (1938-1981) English conductor (1869-1944) English writer of novels about murders and thefts and forgeries (1814-1887) United States painter noted for works based on life in the Midwest (1892-1942) any wind instrument other than the brass instruments a golf club with a long shaft used to hit long shots; originally made with a wooden head
a potent androgenic hormone produced chiefly by the testes; responsible for the development of male secondary sex characteristics
predatory arachnid with eight legs, two poison fangs, two feelers, and usually two silk-spinning organs at the back end of the body; they spin silk to make cocoons for eggs or traps for prey a computer program that prowls the internet looking for publicly accessible resources that can be added to a database; the database can then be searched with a search engine a skillet made of cast iron
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decoration that is hung (as a tapestry) on a wall or over a window a form of capital punishment; victim is suspended by the neck from a gallows or gibbet until dead the act of suspending something (hanging it from above so it moves freely) be suspended or hanging cause to be hanging or suspended kill by hanging let drop or droop fall or flow in a certain way be menacing, burdensome, or oppressive give heed (to) be suspended or poised hold on tightly or tenaciously be exhibited prevent from reaching a verdict, of a jury decorate or furnish with something suspended be placed in position as by a hinge place in position as by a hinge so as to allow free movement in one direction suspend (meat) in order to get a gamey taste
calling up a spirit or devil summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic ask for or request earnestly engage in plotting or enter into a conspiracy, swear together
made of or containing or resembling wood abounding in trees made hard like wood as the result of the deposition of lignin in the cell walls
in a comical manner
the final payment of a debt payment made to a person in a position of trust to corrupt his judgment the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing
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in or at or to some place; (`someplace' is used informally for `somewhere')
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the act of excusing a mistake or offense a warrant granting release from punishment for an offense the formal act of liberating someone accept an excuse for grant a pardon to
exceptional creative ability
the ability to think and act independently the quality of being new and original (not derived from something else)
in a superficial manner
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an almost pleasurable sensation of fright a somatic sensation as from many tiny prickles cause a stinging or tingling sensation
street names for methylenedioxymethamphetamine
knowledge gained through tradition or anecdote
terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God a person who has general authority over others a titled peer of the realm make a lord of someone
characteristic of a lack of maturity (used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth not fully developed or mature; not ripe not yet mature (of birds) not yet having developed feathers
French impressionist painter (1841-1919)
one of the elements that collectively form a system of numeration the length of breadth of a finger used as a linear measure a finger or toe in human beings or corresponding body part in other vertebrates
the selling of goods to consumers; usually in small quantities and not for resale be sold at the retail level sell on the retail market at a retail price
a shop selling ready-to-eat food products
a charge imposed and collected the act of drafting into military service impose and collect cause to assemble or enlist in the military
14th President of the United States (1804-1869) cut or make a way through move or affect (a person's emotions or bodily feelings) deeply or sharply sound sharply or shrilly penetrate or cut through with a sharp instrument make a hole into
harass with persistent criticism or carping arousing desire or expectation for something unattainable or mockingly out of reach very pleasantly inviting
yellow color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of sunflowers or ripe lemons turn yellow of the color intermediate between green and orange in the color spectrum; of something resembling the color of an egg yolk easily frightened changed to a yellowish color by age typical of tabloids cowardly or treacherous affected by jaundice which causes yellowing of skin etc
confusion resulting from failure to understand
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the act of delivering or distributing something (as goods or mail) take something or somebody with oneself somewhere cause to come into a particular state or condition cause to happen or to occur as a consequence go or come after and bring or take back bring into a different state be accompanied by advance or set forth in court bestow a quality on be sold for a certain price attract the attention of induce or persuade
involving clever rogues or adventurers especially as in a type of fiction
contact by fitting together the act of interlocking or meshing coordinate in such a way that all parts work together effectively hold in a locking position become engaged or intermeshed with one another linked or locked closely together as by dovetailing
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a burst of deep loud hearty laughter laugh boisterously
move deeply change the arrangement or position of tamper with destroy the peace or tranquility of damage as if by shaking or jarring
a learned person (especially in the humanities); someone who by long study has gained mastery in one or more disciplines someone (especially a child) who learns (as from a teacher) or takes up knowledge or beliefs a student who holds a scholarship
made or consisting of (entirely or in part) or employing wood lacking ease or grace
a viewer who enjoys seeing the sex acts or sex organs of others
the fourth day of the week; the third working day
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the region of the angle formed by the junction of two branches the angle formed by the inner sides of the legs where they join the human trunk external sex organ
a following of one thing after another in time a group of people or things arranged or following in order the action of following in order (ecology) the gradual and orderly process of change in an ecosystem brought about by the progressive replacement of one community by another until a stable climax is established acquisition of property by descent or by will
lacking spontaneity or originality or individuality
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worthy of reliance or trust worthy of being depended on conforming to fact and therefore worthy of belief
a mournful poem; a lament for the dead
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lose interest or become bored with something or somebody exhaust or get tired through overuse or great strain or stress deplete cause to be bored depleted of strength or energy repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse
United States bandleader of a popular big band (1909-1944) United States novelist whose novels were originally banned as pornographic (1891-1980) United States playwright (1915-2005) someone who works in a mill (especially a grain mill) machine tool in which metal that is secured to a carriage is fed against rotating cutters that shape it any of various moths that have powdery wings
noisy and lacking in restraint or discipline full of rough and exuberant animal spirits violently agitated and turbulent
back and sides of a hog salted and dried or smoked; usually sliced thin and fried English scientist and Franciscan monk who stressed the importance of experimentation; first showed that air is required for combustion and first used lenses to correct vision (1220-1292) English statesman and philosopher; precursor of British empiricism; advocated inductive reasoning (1561-1626)
(electronics) a sharp transient wave in the normal electrical state (or a series of such transients) the rhythmic contraction and expansion of the arteries with each beat of the heart the rate at which the heart beats; usually measured to obtain a quick evaluation of a person's health edible seeds of various pod-bearing plants (peas or beans or lentils etc.) expand and contract rhythmically; beat rhythmically produce or modulate (as electromagnetic waves) in the form of short bursts or pulses or cause an apparatus to produce pulses drive by or as if by pulsation
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refined and tasteful in appearance or behavior or style suggesting taste, ease, and wealth displaying effortless beauty and simplicity in movement or execution
1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites an indefinitely short time the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed near the second of the bases in the infield a particular point in time following the first in an ordering or series a 60th part of a minute of arc the official attendant of a contestant in a duel or boxing match a speech seconding a motion the gear that has the second lowest forward gear ratio in the gear box of a motor vehicle merchandise that has imperfections; usually sold at a reduced price without the brand name give support or one's approval to transfer an employee to a different, temporary assignment coming next after the first in position in space or time or degree or magnitude a part or voice or instrument or orchestra section lower in pitch than or subordinate to the first in the second place
in a well delineated manner
having or showing valor
raise one's shoulders to indicate indifference or resignation
become one mix together different elements join or combine
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hate coupled with disgust find repugnant
American Revolutionary leader from Virginia whose objections led to the drafting of the Bill of Rights (1725-1792) English film actor (1909-1984) English writer (1865-1948) a craftsman who works with stone or brick a member of a widespread secret fraternal order pledged to mutual assistance and brotherly love
in an abundant manner
in a hilarious manner
a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention inadvertent incorrectness a misconception resulting from incorrect information (baseball) a failure of a defensive player to make an out when normal play would have sufficed departure from what is ethically acceptable (computer science) the occurrence of an incorrect result produced by a computer part of a statement that is not correct
dismiss from the mind; stop remembering be unable to remember forget to do something leave behind unintentionally
without mercy or pity
the act of preparing something (as food) by the application of heat prepare a hot meal prepare for eating by applying heat transform and make suitable for consumption by heating tamper, with the purpose of deception transform by heating
bestow a quality on contribute to some cause be conducive to provide
any of the terminal members of the hand (sometimes excepting the thumb) the length of breadth of a finger used as a linear measure one of the parts of a glove that provides covering for a finger or thumb feel or handle with the fingers examine by touch search for on the computer indicate the fingering for the playing of musical scores for keyboard instruments
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(philosophy) a 20th-century philosophical movement chiefly in Europe; assumes that people are entirely free and thus responsible for what they make of themselves
express through a scornful smile smile contemptuously expressive of contempt
be in contradiction with deny the truth of prove negative; show to be false make ineffective by counterbalancing the effect of
bestow a quality on contribute to some cause be conducive to provide
an enthusiastic young fan (especially a young woman who follows rock groups around)
consent reluctantly be fatally overwhelmed
the feeling of distress and disbelief that you have when something bad happens accidentally the violent interaction of individuals or groups entering into combat a reflex response to the passage of electric current through the body (pathology) bodily collapse or near collapse caused by inadequate oxygen delivery to the cells; characterized by reduced cardiac output and rapid heartbeat and circulatory insufficiency and pallor an instance of agitation of the earth's crust an unpleasant or disappointing surprise a pile of sheaves of grain set on end in a field to dry; stalks of Indian corn set up in a field a bushy thick mass (especially hair) a sudden jarring impact a mechanical damper; absorbs energy of sudden impulses surprise greatly; knock someone's socks off strike with disgust or revulsion strike with horror or terror collide violently collect or gather into shocks subject to electrical shocks inflict a trauma upon
an auxiliary activity a child's plaything consisting of an imitation horse mounted on rockers; the child straddles it and pretends to ride small Old World falcon formerly trained and flown at small birds
an indirect (and usually malicious) implication the act of gaining acceptance or affection for yourself by persuasive and subtle blandishments
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a man distinguished by exceptional courage and nobility and strength the principal character in a play or movie or novel or poem someone who fights for a cause Greek mathematician and inventor who devised a way to determine the area of a triangle and who described various mechanical devices (first century) (classical mythology) a being of great strength and courage celebrated for bold exploits; often the offspring of a mortal and a god (Greek mythology) priestess of Aphrodite who killed herself when her lover Leander drowned while trying to swim the Hellespont to see her a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condiments); different names are used in different sections of the United States
prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening turn away or aside
the protruding part of the lower jaw Kamarupan languages spoken in western Burma and Bangladesh and easternmost India raise oneself while hanging from one's hands until one's chin is level with the support bar
sing softly
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a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention inadvertent incorrectness a misconception resulting from incorrect information (baseball) a failure of a defensive player to make an out when normal play would have sufficed departure from what is ethically acceptable (computer science) the occurrence of an incorrect result produced by a computer part of a statement that is not correct
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the present location; this place queen of the Olympian gods in ancient Greek mythology; sister and wife of Zeus remembered for her jealously of the many mortal women Zeus fell in love with; identified with Roman Juno being here now in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is in this circumstance or respect or on this point or detail to this place (especially toward the speaker) at this time; now
a group of cattle or sheep or other domestic mammals all of the same kind that are herded by humans a group of wild mammals of one species that remain together: antelope or elephants or seals or whales or zebra a crowd especially of ordinary or undistinguished persons or things cause to herd, drive, or crowd together move together, like a herd keep, move, or drive animals
to give an account or representation of in words announce as the result of an investigation or experience or finding announce one's presence make known to the authorities be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism complain about; make a charge against made known or told about; especially presented in a formal account
a communist nation that covers a vast territory in eastern Asia; the most populous country in the world high quality porcelain originally made only in China a government on the island of Taiwan established in 1949 by Chiang Kai-shek after the conquest of mainland China by the Communists led by Mao Zedong dishware made of high quality porcelain
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followers of an exclusive system of religious beliefs and practices an interest followed with exaggerated zeal followers of an unorthodox, extremist, or false religion or sect who often live outside of conventional society under the direction of a charismatic leader a religion or sect that is generally considered to be unorthodox, extremist, or false a system of religious beliefs and rituals
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someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field a musician who is a consummate master of technique and artistry having or revealing supreme mastery or skill
sharp piercing cry a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry utter a shrill cry
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to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe pierce with a sharp stake or point
the real physical matter of which a person or thing consists the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience the idea that is intended material of a particular kind or constitution considerable capital (wealth or income) what a communication that is about something is about a particular kind or species of matter with uniform properties
United States slave and insurrectionist who in 1831 led a rebellion of slaves in Virginia; he was captured and executed (1800-1831) United States endocrinologist (1892-1970) English landscape painter whose treatment of light and color influenced the French impressionists (1775-1851) United States historian who stressed the role of the western frontier in American history (1861-1951) a tumbler who is a member of a turnverein a lathe operator one of two persons who swing ropes for jumpers to skip over in the game of jump rope cooking utensil having a flat flexible part and a long handle; used for turning or serving food
the rise of something fill with high spirits; fill with optimism lift up from the earth, as by geologic forces lift up or elevate
the trait of being unwilling
a false or unsupportable quality the advancing of a claim the quality of being pretentious (behaving or speaking in such a manner as to create a false appearance of great importance or worth)
the basic unit of thermodynamic temperature adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites a light soft silver-white metallic element of the alkali metal group; oxidizes rapidly in air and reacts violently with water; is abundant in nature in combined forms occurring in sea water and in carnallite and kainite and sylvite the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100 a unit of information equal to 1000 bytes a unit of information equal to 1024 bytes the 11th letter of the Roman alphabet street names for ketamine denoting a quantity consisting of 1,000 items or units
a written document describing the findings of some individual or group the act of informing by verbal report a short account of the news a sharp explosive sound (especially the sound of a gun firing) a written evaluation of a student's scholarship and deportment an essay (especially one written as an assignment) the general estimation that the public has for a person to give an account or representation of in words announce as the result of an investigation or experience or finding announce one's presence make known to the authorities be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism complain about; make a charge against
a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement
having or causing a whirling sensation; liable to falling
Scottish sea captain who was hired to protect British shipping in the Indian Ocean and then was accused of piracy and hanged (1645-1701)
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the state of being poorly illuminated the property of lights or sounds that lack brilliance or are reduced in intensity the quality of being dim or lacking contrast
the military forces of a nation of or relating to the study of the principles of warfare characteristic of or associated with soldiers or the military associated with or performed by members of the armed services as contrasted with civilians
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having spots or patches (small areas of contrasting color or texture) lacking consistency
disapproval expressed by pointing out faults or shortcomings a serious examination and judgment of something a written evaluation of a work of literature
in an appropriate manner
a serious disagreement between two groups of people (typically producing tension or hostility) a ridge of land that separates two adjacent river systems separate into parts or portions perform a division act as a barrier between; stand between come apart make a division or separation force, take, or pull apart
the act of distributing things into classes or categories of the same type a group of people or things arranged by class or category the basic cognitive process of arranging into classes or categories restriction imposed by the government on documents or weapons that are available only to certain authorized people
a request to be present an order to appear in person at a given place and time a writ issued by authority of law; usually compels the defendant's attendance in a civil suit; failure to appear results in a default judgment against the defendant call in an official matter, such as to attend court call in an official matter, such as to attend court ask to come gather or bring together make ready for action or use
take something or somebody with oneself somewhere cause to come into a particular state or condition cause to happen or to occur as a consequence go or come after and bring or take back bring into a different state be accompanied by advance or set forth in court bestow a quality on be sold for a certain price attract the attention of induce or persuade
16 ounces avoirdupois the basic unit of money in Great Britain and Northern Ireland; equal to 100 pence a unit of apothecary weight equal to 12 ounces troy the basic unit of money in Syria; equal to 100 piasters the basic unit of money in the Sudan; equal to 100 piasters the basic unit of money in Lebanon; equal to 100 piasters formerly the basic unit of money in Ireland; equal to 100 pence the basic unit of money in Egypt; equal to 100 piasters the basic unit of money in Cyprus; equal to 100 cents a nontechnical unit of force equal to the mass of 1 pound with an acceleration of free fall equal to 32 feet/sec/sec United States writer who lived in Europe; strongly influenced the development of modern literature (1885-1972) a symbol for a unit of currency (especially for the pound sterling in Great Britain) a public enclosure for stray or unlicensed dogs the act of pounding (delivering repeated heavy blows) hit hard with the hand, fist, or some heavy instrument strike or drive against with a heavy impact move heavily or clumsily move rhythmically partition off into compartments shut up or confine in any enclosure or within any bounds or limits place or shut up in a pound break down and crush by beating, as with a pestle
not returned in kind
the rear part of a ship United States concert violinist (born in Russia in 1920) the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on of a stern or strict bearing or demeanor; forbidding in aspect not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty severe and unremitting in making demands severely simple
characterized by resonance serving to bring to mind
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being or having the character of a miracle peculiarly fortunate or appropriate; as if by divine intervention
any division of quantity accepted as a standard of measurement or exchange an individual or group or structure or other entity regarded as a structural or functional constituent of a whole an organization regarded as part of a larger social group a single undivided whole a single undivided natural thing occurring in the composition of something else an assemblage of parts that is regarded as a single entity
a variety show with songs and comic acts etc.
an artist who paints a worker who is employed to cover objects with paint a line that is attached to the bow of a boat and used for tying up (as when docking or towing) large American feline resembling a lion
a deception for profit to yourself deprive somebody of something by deceit defeat someone through trickery or deceit engage in deceitful behavior; practice trickery or fraud be sexually unfaithful to one's partner in marriage not faithful to a spouse or lover violating accepted standards or rules
devoid of warmth and cordiality; expressive of unfriendliness or disdain covered with frost pleasantly cold and invigorating
the nail at the end of a finger
having concealed difficulty likely to attract attention
the state of being subject to danger or injury the anxiety you experience when you feel vulnerable and insecure
the property of using one hand more than the other
a person who eats human flesh
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crouch or curl up show submission or fear
characteristic of country life very informal and familiar
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an artistic form of auditory communication incorporating instrumental or vocal tones in a structured and continuous manner any agreeable (pleasing and harmonious) sounds musical activity (singing or whistling etc.) (music) the sounds produced by singers or musical instruments (or reproductions of such sounds) punishment for one's actions
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result as a consequence
a change for the worse a shape resulting from distortion an optical phenomenon resulting from the failure of a lens or mirror to produce a good image a change (usually undesired) in the waveform of an acoustic or analog electrical signal; the difference between two measurements of a signal (as between the input and output signal) the act of distorting something so it seems to mean something it was not intended to mean the mistake of misrepresenting the facts
a group's refusal to work in protest against low pay or bad work conditions an attack that is intended to seize or inflict damage on or destroy an objective a gentle blow a score in tenpins: knocking down all ten with the first ball (baseball) a pitch that the batter swings at and misses, or that the batter hits into foul territory, or that the batter does not swing at but the umpire judges to be in the area over home plate and between the batter's knees and shoulders a conspicuous success deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon have an emotional or cognitive impact upon hit against; come into sudden contact with make a strategic, offensive, assault against an enemy, opponent, or a target indicate (a certain time) by striking affect or afflict suddenly, usually adversely stop work in order to press demands touch or seem as if touching visually or audibly attain produce by manipulating keys or strings of musical instruments, also metaphorically cause to form (an electric arc) between electrodes of an arc lamp find unexpectedly produce by ignition or a blow remove by erasing or crossing out or as if by drawing a line cause to experience suddenly drive something violently into a location occupy or take on form by stamping, punching, or printing smooth with a strickle pierce with force arrive at after reckoning, deliberating, and weighing
breed of heavy-coated Arctic sled dog
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deprive of oxygen and prevent from breathing impair the respiration of or obstruct the air passage of become stultified, suppressed, or stifled suppress the development, creativity, or imagination of be asphyxiated; die from lack of oxygen feel uncomfortable for lack of fresh air struggle for breath; have insufficient oxygen intake
the quality of being a hindrance
formerly a British reform school for youths considered too young to send to prison
cause to conform to standard or norm evaluate by comparing with a standard brought into conformity with a standard capable of replacing or changing places with something else; permitting mutual substitution without loss of function or suitability
entrap cause to get stuck as if in a mire be unable to move further soil with mud, muck, or mire entangled or hindered as if e.g. in mire
become less tense, rest, or take one's ease make less taut become loose or looser or less tight cause to feel relaxed become less tense, less formal, or less restrained, and assume a friendlier manner make less severe or strict become less severe or strict make less active or fast
having succeeded or being marked by a favorable outcome
take something or somebody with oneself somewhere cause to come into a particular state or condition cause to happen or to occur as a consequence go or come after and bring or take back bring into a different state be accompanied by advance or set forth in court bestow a quality on be sold for a certain price attract the attention of induce or persuade
attract strongly, as if with a magnet induce hypnosis in
(formal) by means of this
the act of rotating in a circle or spiral turn in a twisting or spinning motion cause to spin flow in a circular current, of liquids revolve quickly and repeatedly around one's own axis fly around
a person who is not very intelligent or interested in culture one of a race of brutes resembling men but subject to the Houyhnhnms in a novel by Jonathan Swift a widely used search engine for the web that finds information, news, images, products, finance
a fight involving shooting small arms with the intent to kill or frighten
any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc. psychological suffering feelings of mental or physical pain a damage or loss the act of damaging something or someone be the source of pain give trouble or pain to cause emotional anguish or make miserable cause damage or affect negatively hurt the feelings of feel physical pain feel pain or be in pain suffering from physical injury especially that suffered in battle damaged inanimate objects or their value
being nine more than ninety
being eight more than ninety
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of momentous or ominous significance ominously prophetic puffed up with vanity
being one more than ninety
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and nine being ten more than eighty
an opening into or through something an opening deliberately made in or through something one playing period (from tee to green) on a golf course an unoccupied space a depression hollowed out of solid matter a fault informal terms for a difficult situation informal terms for the mouth hit the ball into the hole make holes in
the act of grasping understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something power by which something or someone is affected or dominated time during which some action is awaited a state of being confined (usually for a short time) a stronghold a cell in a jail or prison the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it the space in a ship or aircraft for storing cargo keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean" have or hold in one's hands or grip organize or be responsible for have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings) to close within bounds, limit or hold back from movement secure and keep for possible future use or application have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices be the physical support of; carry the weight of contain or hold; have within have room for; hold without crowding remain in a certain state, position, or condition support or hold in a certain manner be valid, applicable, or true assert or affirm have as a major characteristic be capable of holding or containing arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance protect against a challenge or attack bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted hold the attention of remain committed to resist or confront with resistance be pertinent or relevant or applicable stop dealing with lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits keep from departing take and maintain control over, often by violent means cause to stop cover as for protection against noise or smell drink alcohol without showing ill effects aim, point, or direct declare to be be in accord; be in agreement keep from exhaling or expelling
being five more than ninety
feeling or expressing regret or sorrow or a sense of loss over something done or undone bad; unfortunate without merit causing dejection
being seven more than ninety
being six more than ninety
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with respect to moral principles in a moral manner
fasten with a lock keep engaged become rigid or immoveable hold in a locking position become engaged or intermeshed with one another hold fast (in a certain state) place in a place where something cannot be removed or someone cannot escape pass by means through a lock in a waterway build locks in order to facilitate the navigation of vessels
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not basic or fundamental
situated or taking place on the area of a stage visible to the audience on the stage
widely known and esteemed
especially a leaf of grass or the broad portion of a leaf as distinct from the petiole a dashing young man something long and thin resembling a blade of grass a cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard a cut of beef from the shoulder blade a broad flat body part (as of the shoulder or tongue) the part of the skate that slides on the ice flat surface that rotates and pushes against air or water the flat part of a tool or weapon that (usually) has a cutting edge
English tennis player who won many women's singles titles (born in 1945) walk (through relatively shallow water)
a noncommittal or equivocal position a gymnastic exercise performed with a leg on either side of the parallel bars the act of sitting or standing astride the option to buy or sell a given stock (or stock index or commodity future) at a given price before a given date; consists of an equal number of put and call options sit or stand astride of range or extend over; occupy a certain area be noncommittal
an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances
a feeling of evil to come an unfavorable omen make a prediction about; tell in advance ominously prophetic
cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations excite to an abnormal condition, or chafe or inflame excite to some characteristic action or condition, such as motion, contraction, or nervous impulse, by the application of a stimulus
a brief swim in water a steep and rapid fall thrust or throw into drop steeply dash violently or with great speed or impetuosity begin with vigor cause to be immersed fall abruptly immerse briefly into a liquid so as to wet, coat, or saturate devote (oneself) fully to
an item of information that is typical of a class or group a representative form or pattern something to be imitated punishment intended as a warning to others an occurrence of something a task performed or problem solved in order to develop skill or understanding
with expression; in an expressive manner
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a group of people or things arranged by class or category the basic cognitive process of arranging into classes or categories the act of distributing things into classes or categories of the same type
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be obliged to pay or repay be indebted to, in an abstract or intellectual sense be in debt
a gradual decline (in size or strength or power or number) grow smaller become smaller decrease in phase
a unit of heat equal to the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one kilogram of water by one degree at one atmosphere pressure; used by nutritionists to characterize the energy-producing potential in food unit of heat defined as the quantity of heat required to raise the temperature of 1 gram of water by 1 degree centigrade at atmospheric pressure
a social unit living together
a deep opening in the earth's surface
create (as an entity) cause to be structured or ordered or operating according to some principle or idea plan and direct (a complex undertaking) bring order and organization to arrange by systematic planning and united effort form or join a union formed into a structured or coherent whole methodical and efficient in arrangement or function being a member of or formed into a labor union
a creature of Teutonic mythology; usually represented as breathing fire and having a reptilian body and sometimes wings a fiercely vigilant and unpleasant woman a faint constellation twisting around the north celestial pole and lying between Ursa Major and Cepheus any of several small tropical Asian lizards capable of gliding by spreading winglike membranes on each side of the body
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the metal or paper medium of exchange that is presently used general acceptance or use the property of belonging to the present time
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take into custody hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of attract and fix cause to stop commanding attention
the trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger a warning against certain acts judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger the trait of being circumspect and prudent warn strongly; put on guard
look at again; examine again appraise critically hold a review (of troops) refresh one's memory look back upon (a period of time, sequence of events); remember
a state of extreme poverty the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable anything that is necessary but lacking a specific feeling of desire feel or have a desire for; want strongly have need of hunt or look for; want for a particular reason wish or demand the presence of be without, lack; be deficient in
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an alert and energetic person a professional card player who makes a living by cheating at card games a pen with indelible ink that will write on any surface a shallow-draft sailboat with a sharp prow, flat bottom, and triangular sail; formerly used along the northern Atlantic coast of the United States
of great mass; huge and bulky
something that is conceived or that exists independently and not in relation to other things; something that does not depend on anything else and is beyond human control; something that is not relative perfect or complete or pure complete and without restriction or qualification; sometimes used informally as intensifiers not limited by law expressing finality with no implication of possible change not capable of being violated or infringed
more readily or willingly
a military operation (often involving new supplies of men and materiel) to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its mission information that makes more forcible or convincing (psychology) a stimulus that strengthens or weakens the behavior that produced it a device designed to provide additional strength an act performed to strengthen approved behavior
the state of having little or no money and few or no material possessions
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not paid without payment engaged in as a pastime
express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness make a formal accusation; bring a formal charge expressing pain or dissatisfaction of resentment
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a firearm that is held and fired with one hand
remove the moisture from and make dry become dry or drier
a prominent attribute or aspect of something the characteristic parts of a person's face: eyes and nose and mouth and chin the principal (full-length) film in a program at a movie theater a special or prominent article in a newspaper or magazine (linguistics) a distinctive characteristic of a linguistic unit that serves to distinguish it from other units of the same kind an article of merchandise that is displayed or advertised more than other articles have as a feature wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner
a professional performer who tells jokes and performs comical acts an actor in a comedy
any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks an efficient person an intricate organization that accomplishes its goals efficiently a device for overcoming resistance at one point by applying force at some other point a group that controls the activities of a political party a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine turn, shape, mold, or otherwise finish by machinery make by machinery
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the branch of philosophy that analyzes the principles and procedures of inquiry in a particular discipline the system of methods followed in a particular discipline
encouragement in the form of cheers from spectators uttering a loud inarticulate cry as of pain or excitement utter in a loud voice; talk in a loud voice (usually denoting characteristic manner of speaking) utter a sudden loud cry utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy use foul or abusive language towards
a trivalent metallic element of the rare earth group; occurs together with yttrium; forms highly magnetic compounds
revise or reorganize, especially for the purpose of updating and improving provide (a workshop or factory) with new tools
the quality of being significant a meaning that is not expressly stated but can be inferred the message that is intended or expressed or signified
a state of dishonor bring shame or dishonor upon reduce in worth or character, usually verbally damage the reputation of
a gesture involving the shoulders raise one's shoulders to indicate indifference or resignation
more desirable than another
arrange or order by classes or categories declare unavailable, as for security reasons assign to a class or kind
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material consisting of seed coverings and small pieces of stem or leaves that have been separated from the seeds remove from the shell remove the shucks from
the qualities that give pleasure to the senses a very attractive or seductive looking woman an outstanding example of its kind
the practice or manner of preparing food or the food so prepared
take up mentally become similar to one's environment make similar take (gas, light or heat) into a solution become similar in sound
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without or almost without hope
putting the wrong interpretation on an understanding of something that is not correct interpret in the wrong way
the land along the edge of a body of water a beam or timber that is propped against a structure to provide support serve as a shore to arrive on shore support by placing against something solid or rigid
that which is contrary to the principles of justice or law any harm or injury resulting from a violation of a legal right treat unjustly; do wrong to not correct; not in conformity with fact or truth contrary to conscience or morality or law not appropriate for a purpose or occasion not functioning properly based on or acting or judging in error not in accord with established usage or procedure used of the side of cloth or clothing intended to face inward badly timed characterized by errors; not agreeing with a model or not following established rules; the wrong side of the road" in an inaccurate manner
(often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent a sudden forceful flow the occurrence of a water flow resulting from sudden rain or melting snow come down like raindrops become permanently attached strike with a sound like that of falling rain clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval engage in a brief and petty quarrel spawn clap one's hands together
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decree or designate beforehand design or destine headed or intending to head in a certain direction; often used as a combining form as in `college-bound students' (usually followed by `to') governed by fate
state capital of West Virginia in the central part of the state on the Kanawha river a port city in southeastern South Carolina an American ballroom dance in syncopated rhythm; popular early in the 20th century dance the Charleston
a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of
a flour mixture stiff enough to knead or roll informal terms for money
an exorbitant charge unjust exaction (as by the misuse of authority) the felonious act of extorting money (as by threats of violence)
a subdivision of a particular kind of thing a person of a specified kind (usually with many eccentricities) (biology) the taxonomic group whose characteristics are used to define the next higher taxon printed characters all of the tokens of the same symbol a small metal block bearing a raised character on one end; produces a printed character when inked and pressed on paper write by means of a keyboard with types identify as belonging to a certain type
marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable firm and dependable especially in loyalty
the business of providing services to tourists
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obscene terms for feces
producing or capable of producing an intended result or having a striking effect able to accomplish a purpose; functioning effectively works well as a means or remedy exerting force or influence existing in fact; not theoretical; real ready for service
something you have to do an event that occurs at a critical time a vaguely specified social event reason the time of a particular event an opportunity to do something give occasion to
a victory (as in a race or other competition) something won (especially money) be the winner in a contest or competition; be victorious win something through one's efforts obtain advantages, such as points, etc. attain success or reach a desired goal
a man devoted to the pursuit of pleasure
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organized opposition to authority; a conflict in which one faction tries to wrest control from another make revolution fill with distaste cause aversion in; offend the moral sense of
related to or involving literary fiction formed or conceived by the imagination
a prompter for television performers
cause aversion in; offend the moral sense of get sick upset and make nauseated make sick or ill causing or able to cause nausea
a name that has been assumed temporarily as known or named at another time or place
a shockingly bad person a sensational message (in a film or play or novel)
plant having heads of fragrant white trumpet-shaped flowers; grows in sandy arid regions ball of ice cream covered with coconut and usually chocolate sauce ball of crushed ice with fruit syrup snow pressed into a ball for throwing (playfully) increase or accumulate at a rapidly accelerating rate throw snowballs at
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the financial means whereby one lives the main tower within the walls of a medieval castle or fortress a cell in a jail or prison keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean" continue a certain state, condition, or activity retain possession of stop (someone or something) from doing something or being in a certain state conform one's action or practice to stick to correctly or closely look after; be the keeper of; have charge of maintain by writing regular records supply with room and board allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature supply with necessities and support fail to spoil or rot behave as expected during of holidays or rites keep under control; keep in check maintain in safety from injury, harm, or danger raise retain rights to store or keep customarily have as a supply maintain for use and service hold and prevent from leaving prevent (food) from rotting
characterized by or advocating or based upon the principles of democracy or social equality belong to or relating to the Democratic Party representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large
incongruous; inviting ridicule having no intelligible meaning
a movable organ for flying (one of a pair) one of the horizontal airfoils on either side of the fuselage of an airplane a stage area out of sight of the audience a unit of military aircraft the side of military or naval formation a hockey player stationed in a forward position on either side (in flight formation) a position to the side and just to the rear of another aircraft a group within a political party or legislature or other organization that holds distinct views or has a particular function the wing of a fowl a barrier that surrounds the wheels of a vehicle to block splashing water or mud an addition that extends a main building travel through the air; be airborne
scenery hung at back of stage
fermented juice (of grapes especially) a red as dark as red wine drink wine treat to wine
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people who have severe visual impairments, considered as a group a hiding place sometimes used by hunters (especially duck hunters) a protective covering that keeps things out or hinders sight something intended to misrepresent the true nature of an activity render unable to see make blind by putting the eyes out make dim by comparison or conceal unable to see unable or unwilling to perceive or understand not based on reason or evidence
accept gladly bid welcome to; greet upon arrival receive someone, as into one's house
have a daydream; indulge in a fantasy experience while sleeping conceived of or imagined or hoped for
a member of an Indian people of northern California living along the Russian River valley and adjacent Pacific coast the Kulanapan language spoken by the Pomo
a crime less serious than a felony
become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence be at variance with; be out of line with be subject to change in accordance with a variable make something more diverse and varied
a native or resident of the American state of Georgia a native or inhabitant of Georgia in Asia a southern Caucasian language with 3 million speakers and a long literary tradition of or relating to the former British colony of Georgia of or relating to or characteristic of the Asian republic of Georgia or its people or language of or relating to or characteristic of the American state of Georgia or its inhabitants of or relating to the Hanoverian kings of England
win a victory over get on top of; deal with successfully overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuli overcome, usually through no fault or weakness of the person that is overcome
derive a benefit from be beneficial for
the act of gripping or chewing off with the teeth and jaws chew noisily
the conscious subjective aspect of feeling or emotion have an effect upon act physically on; have an effect upon connect closely and often incriminatingly make believe with the intent to deceive have an emotional or cognitive impact upon
accuracy with which an electronic system reproduces the sound or image of its input signal the quality of being faithful
the social process of becoming or being made marginal (especially as a group within the larger society)
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity be employed have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected perform as expected when applied shape, form, or improve a material give a workout to proceed along a path operate in a certain place, area, or specialty proceed towards a goal or along a path or through an activity move in an agitated manner cause to happen or to occur as a consequence cause to work prepare for crops behave in a certain way when handled have and exert influence or effect operate in or through cause to operate or function provoke or excite gratify and charm, usually in order to influence make something, usually for a specific function move into or onto make uniform use or manipulate to one's advantage find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of cause to undergo fermentation go sour or spoil arrive at a certain condition through repeated motion shaped to fit by or as if by altering the contours of a pliable mass (as by work or effort)
the state of being welcome a greeting or reception accept gladly bid welcome to; greet upon arrival receive someone, as into one's house
in an admirable manner
deprive of by deceit commit to memory; learn by heart
with fondness; with love
a display of bad temper a sudden uncontrollable attack the manner in which something fits a sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason) be agreeable or acceptable to be the right size or shape; fit correctly or as desired satisfy a condition or restriction make fit insert or adjust several objects or people be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics conform to some shape or size provide with (something) usually for a specific purpose make correspond or harmonize meeting adequate standards for a purpose (usually followed by `to' or `for') on the point of or strongly disposed physically and mentally sound or healthy
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the person or thing that is rejected or set aside as inferior in quality refuse to accept or acknowledge refuse to accept deem wrong or inappropriate reject with contempt resist immunologically the introduction of some foreign tissue or organ refuse entrance or membership dismiss from consideration or a contest
sharp piercing cry a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry utter a sudden loud cry utter or declare in a very loud voice make a loud, piercing sound so extremely intense as to evoke screams resembling a scream in effect marked by or causing boisterous merriment or convulsive laughter
informal terms for a difficult situation something craved, especially an intravenous injection of a narcotic drug the act of putting something in working order again an exemption granted after influence (e.g., money) is brought to bear a determination of the place where something is restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken cause to be firmly attached decide upon or fix definitely prepare for eating by applying heat take vengeance on or get even set or place definitely kill, preserve, and harden (tissue) in order to prepare for microscopic study make fixed, stable or stationary make infertile influence an event or its outcome by illegal means put (something somewhere) firmly make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
the physical coming together of two or more things the act of contacting one thing with another deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon have an emotional or cognitive impact upon hit against; come into sudden contact with make a strategic, offensive, assault against an enemy, opponent, or a target indicate (a certain time) by striking affect or afflict suddenly, usually adversely stop work in order to press demands touch or seem as if touching visually or audibly attain produce by manipulating keys or strings of musical instruments, also metaphorically cause to form (an electric arc) between electrodes of an arc lamp find unexpectedly produce by ignition or a blow remove by erasing or crossing out or as if by drawing a line cause to experience suddenly drive something violently into a location occupy or take on form by stamping, punching, or printing smooth with a strickle pierce with force arrive at after reckoning, deliberating, and weighing sensational in appearance or thrilling in effect having a quality that thrusts itself into attention
an educated and intellectual elite
one who lives through affliction one who outlives another an animal that survives in spite of adversity
mark as different detect with the senses be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense make conspicuous or noteworthy identify as in botany or biology, for example
lacking material form or substance; unreal lacking in nutritive value
to stress, single out as important put stress on; utter with an accent
prevent from being seen or discovered be or go into hiding; keep out of sight, as for protection and safety cover as if with a shroud make undecipherable or imperceptible by obscuring or concealing not accessible to view designed to elude detection difficult to find
deserving of the highest esteem or admiration inspiring admiration or approval
posing no difficulty; requiring little effort not hurried or forced free from worry or anxiety affording pleasure having little impact readily exploited or tricked in fortunate circumstances financially; moderately rich marked by moderate steepness affording comfort casual and unrestrained in sexual behavior less in demand and therefore readily obtainable obtained with little effort or sacrifice, often obtained illegally
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cheerfulness that bubbles to the surface inappropriate playfulness
the material removed by a cut made underneath the tender meat of the loin muscle on each side of the vertebral column a notch cut in the trunk of tree in order to determine the direction of its fall (sports) a stroke that puts reverse spin on the ball a cut made underneath to remove material sell cheaper than one's competition cut away material from the underside of (an object) so as to leave an overhanging portion in relief cut away the underpart of strike (the ball) in golf, tennis, or hockey obliquely downward so as to give a backspin or elevation to the shot cut obliquely into (a tree) below the main cut and on the side toward which the tree will fall
lacking in harmony or compatibility or appropriateness
causing fear or anxiety by threatening great harm causing or marked by grief or anguish of great gravity or crucial import; requiring serious thought shockingly brutal or cruel
render holy by means of religious rites make pure or free from sin or guilt made or declared or believed to be holy; devoted to a deity or some religious ceremony or use
in a sinuous manner
marked by correspondence or resemblance having the same or similar characteristics resembling or similar; having the same or some of the same characteristics; often used in combination (of words) expressing closely related meanings capable of replacing or changing places with something else; permitting mutual substitution without loss of function or suitability
a cellar or vault or underground burial chamber (especially beneath a church)
dividing an area into zones or sections reserved for different purposes such as residence and business and manufacturing etc regulate housing in; of certain areas of towns separate or apportion into sections
avoiding emotional involvement the act of releasing from an attachment or connection the state of being isolated or detached a small unit of troops of special composition coming apart
a symptom of some physical hurt or disorder be the source of pain give trouble or pain to cause emotional anguish or make miserable cause damage or affect negatively hurt the feelings of feel physical pain feel pain or be in pain
property of a personal character that is portable but not used in business a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon an outward appearance an impression (especially one that is artificial or contrived) the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work (of a law) having legal validity a symptom caused by an illness or a drug produce act so as to bring into existence
an outstanding example of its kind
an educational institution a building where young people receive education the process of being formally educated at a school a body of creative artists or writers or thinkers linked by a similar style or by similar teachers the period of instruction in a school; the time period when school is in session an educational institution's faculty and students a large group of fish educate in or as if in a school teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment swim in or form a large group of fish
imitate (a person or manner), especially for satirical effect
not developed undeveloped or unused
a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography coins made of silver a light shade of grey silverware eating utensils a trophy made of silver (or having the appearance of silver) that is usually awarded for winning second place in a competition coat with a layer of silver or a silver amalgam make silver in color turn silver made from or largely consisting of silver having the white lustrous sheen of silver of lustrous grey; covered with or tinged with the color of silver expressing yourself readily, clearly, effectively
morally dishonorable a lack of elegance as a consequence of wearing threadbare or dirty clothing
take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol be representative or typical for be a delegate or spokesperson for; represent somebody's interest or be a proxy or substitute for, as of politicians and office holders representing their constituents, or of a tenant representing other tenants in a housing dispute serve as a means of expressing something be characteristic of form or compose be the defense counsel for someone in a trial create an image or likeness of play a role or part perform (a play), especially on a stage describe or present, usually with respect to a particular quality point out or draw attention to in protest or remonstrance bring forward and present to the mind to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets)
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in a joyous manner
the act of inflicting corporal punishment with repeated blows hit hard (British informal) enormous extremely
make (images or sounds) soft or softer lessen in force or effect give in, as to influence or pressure protect from impact make less severe or harsh make soft or softer become soft or softer
someone who makes or mends dresses
the act of beginning something new the presentation of a debutante in society present for the first time to the public appear for the first time in public make one's debut
a gliding joint between the distal ends of the tibia and fibula and the proximal end of the talus
provide with clothes or put clothes on furnish with power or authority; of kings or emperors cover as if with clothing wearing or provided with clothing; sometimes used in combination covered with or as if with clothes or a wrap or cloak
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to cause (someone or oneself) to become dependent (on something, especially a narcotic drug) compulsively or physiologically dependent on something habit-forming
a fissure in the earth's crust (or in the surface of some other planet) through which molten lava and gases erupt a mountain formed by volcanic material
come between so as to be hindrance or obstacle get involved, so as to alter or hinder an action, or through force or threat of force intrusive in a meddling or offensive manner
the appearance of truth; the quality of seeming to be true
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not alert to danger or deception
be earlier in time; go back further come before be the predecessor of move ahead (of others) in time or space furnish with a preface or introduction
verbal misrepresentation intended to take advantage of you in some way the use of tricks to deceive someone (usually to extract money from them)
involving financial matters
by repute; according to general belief
an enveloping bandage wrap in swaddling clothes
a very attractive or seductive looking woman a blow that renders the opponent unconscious very strong or vigorous
similar things placed in order or happening one after another a serialized set of programs a periodical that appears at scheduled times (sports) several contests played successively by the same teams (electronics) connection of components in such a manner that current flows first through one and then through the other a group of postage stamps having a common theme or a group of coins or currency selected as a group for study or collection (mathematics) the sum of a finite or infinite sequence of expressions
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predatory arachnid with eight legs, two poison fangs, two feelers, and usually two silk-spinning organs at the back end of the body; they spin silk to make cocoons for eggs or traps for prey a computer program that prowls the internet looking for publicly accessible resources that can be added to a database; the database can then be searched with a search engine a skillet made of cast iron
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a dialect of High German including some Hebrew and other words; spoken in Europe as a vernacular by many Jews; written in the Hebrew script
a workplace for the conduct of scientific research a region resembling a laboratory inasmuch as it offers opportunities for observation and practice and experimentation
the condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness
sound of something in rapid motion make a soft swishing sound
a characteristic sound a toroidal shape a rigid circular band of metal or wood or other material used for holding or fastening or hanging or pulling (chemistry) a chain of atoms in a molecule that forms a closed loop an association of criminals the sound of a bell ringing a platform usually marked off by ropes in which contestants box or wrestle jewelry consisting of a circlet of precious metal (often set with jewels) worn on the finger a strip of material attached to the leg of a bird to identify it (as in studies of bird migration) sound loudly and sonorously ring or echo with sound make (bells) ring, often for the purposes of musical edification get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle attach a ring to the foot of, in order to identify
an instrument with a handle and a flexible lash that is used for whipping a legislator appointed by the party to enforce discipline a dessert made of sugar and stiffly beaten egg whites or cream and usually flavored with fruit (golf) the flexibility of the shaft of a golf club a quick blow delivered with a whip or whiplike object beat severely with a whip or rod defeat thoroughly thrash about flexibly in the manner of a whiplash strike as if by whipping whip with or as if with a wire whisk subject to harsh criticism
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unnecessary and unforeseen trouble resulting from an unfortunate event an unfortunate state resulting from unfavorable outcomes
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give a title to designate by an identifying term belonging to the peerage
someone who buys tickets to an event in order to resell them at a profit someone who advertises for customers in an especially brazen way one who sells advice about gambling or speculation (especially at the racetrack) advertize in strongly positive terms show off
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a smile expressing smugness or scorn instead of pleasure smile affectedly or derisively
(astronomy) the angular distance of a celestial point measured westward along the celestial equator from the zenith crossing; the right ascension for an observer at a particular location and time of day
take exception to prevent from being included or considered or accepted
provide with nourishment give nourishment to of or providing nourishment
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a rare heavy polyvalent metallic element that resembles manganese chemically and is used in some alloys; is obtained as a by-product in refining molybdenum ancient Egyptian sun god with the head of a hawk; a universal creator; he merged with the god Amen as Amen-Ra to become the king of the gods the syllable naming the second (supertonic) note of any major scale in solmization
contribute to the progress or growth of inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to spur on
scatter or intersperse like dots or studs provide with or construct with studs dotted or adorned with or as with studs or nailheads; usually used in combination
a sudden event that imparts energy or excitement, usually with a dramatic impact strike suddenly and with force kill with or as if with a burst of gunfire or electric current or as if by shooting strike at with firepower or bombs cook or heat in a microwave oven
the number that is represented as a one followed by 6 zeros a very large indefinite number (usually hyperbole)
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direct one's course or way
the basis on which something is grounded an institution supported by an endowment lowest support of a structure education or instruction in the fundamentals of a field of knowledge the fundamental assumptions from which something is begun or developed or calculated or explained a woman's undergarment worn to give shape to the contours of the body the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new
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a person who inhabits a particular place
make certain of inform positively and with certainty and confidence assure somebody of the truth of something with the intention of giving the listener confidence be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something cause to feel sure; give reassurance to make a promise or commitment marked by assurance; exhibiting confidence characterized by certainty or security
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an idea that is suggested a proposal offered for acceptance or rejection a just detectable amount persuasion formulated as a suggestion the sequential mental process in which one thought leads to another by association the act of inducing hypnosis
pose a threat to; present a danger to to utter intentions of injury or punishment against:"He threatened me when I tried to call the police" to be a menacing indication of something:"The clouds threaten rain" (of flora or fauna) likely in the near future to become endangered
a detailed critical inspection short descriptive summary (of events) the act of looking or seeing or observing consider in a comprehensive way look over carefully or inspect keep under surveillance hold a review (of troops) make a survey of; for statistical purposes plot a map of (land)
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the day immediately before today the recent past on the day preceding today in the recent past; only a short time ago
make certain of inform positively and with certainty and confidence assure somebody of the truth of something with the intention of giving the listener confidence be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something cause to feel sure; give reassurance to make a promise or commitment
(of something seen or heard) clearly defined tender and brittle pleasantly cold and invigorating pleasingly firm and fresh (of hair) in small tight curls brief and to the point; effectively cut short; `yes'"
in an essential manner in such a manner as could not be otherwise as a highly likely consequence
come together come upon, as if by accident; meet with be beset by experience as a reaction contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle
serving as or forming a base of low birth or station (`base' is archaic in this sense) (used of metals) consisting of or alloyed with inferior metal not adhering to ethical or moral principles having or showing an ignoble lack of honor or morality illegitimate debased; not genuine
navigational instrument for finding directions an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet" the limit of capability drafting instrument used for drawing circles bring about; accomplish travel around, either by plane or ship get the meaning of something
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any plant that breaks away from its roots in autumn and is driven by the wind as a light rolling mass prickly bushy Eurasian plant; a troublesome weed in central and western United States bushy annual weed of central North America having greenish flowers and winged seeds bushy plant of western United States
everywhere
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extraordinarily large in size or extent or amount or power or degree; that a whole civilization should be dependent on technology"- Walter Lippman
goddess of criminal rashness and its punishment take in solid food eat a meal; take a meal take in food; used of animals only worry or cause anxiety in a persistent way use up (resources or materials) cause to deteriorate due to the action of water, air, or an acid
moderate or restrain; lessen the force of flap the wings wildly or frantically; used of falcons soak in a special solution to soften and remove chemicals used in previous treatments strike with, or as if with a baseball bat wink briefly have a turn at bat use a bat beat thoroughly and conclusively in a competition or fight
expose or make accessible to some action or influence make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret to show, make visible or apparent remove all or part of one's clothes to show one's body disclose to view as by removing a cover put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult position expose to light, of photographic film expose while ridiculing; especially of pretentious or false claims and ideas abandon by leaving out in the open air
a support that consists of a horizontal surface for holding objects a projecting ridge on a mountain or submerged under water hold back to a later time place on a shelf
the channel or break produced by erosion of relatively soft soil by water the erosive process of washing away soil or gravel by water (as from a roadway) someone who is unsuccessful
a highway that encircles an urban area so that traffic does not have to pass through the center a surgically created shunt (usually around a damaged part) a conductor having low resistance in parallel with another device to divert a fraction of the current avoid something unpleasant or laborious
(poetic) tranquil silence become quiet or still; fall silent cause to be quiet or not talk become quiet or quieter wash by removing particles run water over the ground to erode (soil), revealing the underlying strata and valuable minerals
a line of text serving to indicate what the passage below it is about the direction or path along which something moves or along which it lies a horizontal (or nearly horizontal) passageway in a mine to go or travel towards be in charge of travel in front of; go in advance of others be the first or leading member of (a group) and excel direct the course; determine the direction of travelling take its rise be in the front of or on top of form a head or come or grow to a head remove the head of
hold back to a later time place on a shelf
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move deeply change the arrangement or position of tamper with destroy the peace or tranquility of damage as if by shaking or jarring having the place or position changed afflicted with or marked by anxious uneasiness or trouble or grief emotionally unstable and having difficulty coping with personal relationships affected with madness or insanity
characterized by speed; moving with or capable of moving with high speed accomplished rapidly and without delay
dispose or incline or entice to provoke someone to do something through (often false or exaggerated) promises or persuasion give rise to a desire by being attractive or inviting induce into action by using one's charm try to seduce try presumptuously highly attractive and able to arouse hope or desire very pleasantly inviting
the decade from 1970 to 1979
hold back or set aside, especially for future use or contingency give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause obtain or arrange (for oneself) in advance arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance
not easily perturbed or excited or upset; marked by extreme calm and composure
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distance travelled per unit time a rate (usually rapid) at which something happens changing location rapidly the ratio of the focal length to the diameter of a (camera) lens system a central nervous system stimulant that increases energy and decreases appetite; used to treat narcolepsy and some forms of depression move fast move faster move very fast travel at an excessive or illegal velocity cause to move faster
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mercilessness characterized by an unwillingness to relent or let up
originating where it is found
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a white person of Anglo-Saxon ancestry who belongs to a Protestant denomination social or solitary hymenopterans typically having a slender body with the abdomen attached by a narrow stalk and having a formidable sting
a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude the quality of being difficult to detect or analyze
in a playful manner
a square board with a handle underneath; used by masons to hold or carry mortar an academic cap with a flat square with a tassel on top
edible seeds or roots or stems or leaves or bulbs or tubers or nonsweet fruits of any of numerous herbaceous plant
witty remark a military action in which besieged troops burst forth from their position a venture off the beaten path
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official routes of communication a path over which electrical signals can pass a passage for water (or other fluids) to flow through a long narrow furrow cut either by a natural process (such as erosion) or by a tool (as e.g. a groove in a phonograph record) a deep and relatively narrow body of water (as in a river or a harbor or a strait linking two larger bodies) that allows the best passage for vessels (often plural) a means of communication or access a bodily passage or tube lined with epithelial cells and conveying a secretion or other substance a television station and its programs a way of selling a company's product either directly or via distributors transmit or serve as the medium for transmission direct the flow of send from one person or place to another
a thin coat of water-base paint the work of cleansing (usually with soap and water) the dry bed of an intermittent stream (as at the bottom of a canyon) the erosive process of washing away soil or gravel by water (as from a roadway) the flow of air that is driven backwards by an aircraft propeller a watercolor made by applying a series of monochrome washes one over the other garments or white goods that can be cleaned by laundering any enterprise in which losses and gains cancel out clean with some chemical process cleanse (one's body) with soap and water cleanse with a cleaning agent, such as soap, and water move by or as if by water be capable of being washed admit to testing or proof separate dirt or gravel from (precious minerals) apply a thin coating of paint, metal, etc., to remove by the application of water or other liquid and soap or some other cleaning agent form by erosion make moist wash or flow against to cleanse (itself or another animal) by licking
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conspicuously and offensively loud; given to vehement outcry
teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions fill, as with a certain quality undergo the process of infusion let sit in a liquid to extract a flavor or to cleanse introduce into the body through a vein, for therapeutic purposes
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free from obscurity and easy to understand; the comprehensibility of clear expression the quality of clear water
being ten more than one hundred sixty
a sudden occurrence (or recurrence) of a disease the act of forcibly dispossessing an owner of property the act of taking of a person by force the taking possession of something by legal process
past times (especially in the phrase `in days of old')
a game played on a court by two opposing teams of 5 players; points are scored by throwing the ball through an elevated horizontal hoop an inflated ball used in playing basketball
not far distant in time or space or degree or circumstances being on the left side near in time or place or relationship (of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
work done by one person or group that benefits another an act of help or assistance the act of public worship following prescribed rules a company or agency that performs a public service; subject to government regulation employment in or work for another a force that is a branch of the armed forces Canadian writer (born in England) who wrote about life in the Yukon Territory (1874-1958) a means of serving tableware consisting of a complete set of articles (silver or dishware) for use at table the act of mating by male animals (law) the acts performed by an English feudal tenant for the benefit of his lord which formed the consideration for the property granted to him (sports) a stroke that puts the ball in play the act of delivering a writ or summons upon someone periodic maintenance on a car or machine the performance of duties by a waiter or servant be used by; as of a utility make fit for use mate with
in like or similar manner
a ballroom dance of Latin-American origin music written in duple time for dancing the tango dance a tango
require as useful, just, or proper have need of have or feel a need for necessary for relief or supply
in a stagy and theatrical manner in a theatrical manner
an artist of consummate skill a person who has general authority over others a combatant who is able to defeat rivals directs the work of others presiding officer of a school an original creation (i.e., an audio recording) from which copies can be made an officer who is licensed to command a merchant ship someone who holds a master's degree from academic institution an authority qualified to teach apprentices key that secures entrance everywhere be or become completely proficient or skilled in get on top of; deal with successfully have dominance or the power to defeat over have a firm understanding or knowledge of; be on top of most important element
a pocketknife with a blade that springs open at the press of a button
tasting sour like a lemon
someone who creates plans to be used in making something (such as buildings)
the basic monetary unit of most members of the European Union (introduced in 1999); in 2002 twelve European nations (Germany, France, Belgium, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Ireland, Greece, Austria, Finland) adopted the euro as their basic unit of money and abandoned their traditional currencies
English term for a dry sharp-tasting ale with strong flavor of hops (usually on draft) the taste experience when quinine or coffee is taken into the mouth the property of having a harsh unpleasant taste make bitter marked by strong resentment or cynicism very difficult to accept or bear harsh or corrosive in tone expressive of severe grief or regret proceeding from or exhibiting great hostility or animosity causing a sharp and acrid taste experience causing a sharply painful or stinging sensation; used especially of cold extremely and sharply
change or be different within limits move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment have a range; be capable of projecting over a certain distance, as of a gun range or extend over; occupy a certain area lay out orderly or logically in a line or as if in a line feed as in a meadow or pasture let eat assign a rank or rating to wandering freely
hear with intention listen and pay attention pay close attention to; give heed to
a person regarded as arrogant and annoying informal terms for the nose
a Scandinavian language that is the official language of Denmark light sweet yeast-raised roll usually filled with fruits or cheese of or relating to or characteristic of Denmark or the Danes or their language
a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing payment made in return for a service rendered an act performed to strengthen approved behavior the offer of money for helping to find a criminal or for returning lost property benefit resulting from some event or action bestow honor or rewards upon strengthen and support with rewards act or give recompense in recognition of someone's behavior or actions
a condition of great disorder a building where animals are butchered walking with a slow dragging motion without lifting your feet walk by dragging one's feet
an abrupt failure of function or complete physical exhaustion a natural event caused by something suddenly falling down or caving in the act of throwing yourself down a sudden large decline of business or the prices of stocks (especially one that causes additional failures) break down, literally or metaphorically collapse due to fatigue, an illness, or a sudden attack fold or close up fall apart cause to burst suffer a nervous breakdown lose significance, effectiveness, or value
a city in southwestern Switzerland at the western end of Lake Geneva; it is the headquarters of various international organizations gin made in the Netherlands
preserve in a can or tin terminate the employment of; discharge from an office or position recorded for broadcast sealed in a can or jar
in a predictable manner or to a predictable degree
sell or offer for sale from place to place
of or relating to prosthetics relating to or serving as a prosthesis
accumulated knowledge or erudition or enlightenment the trait of utilizing knowledge and experience with common sense and insight ability to apply knowledge or experience or understanding or common sense and insight the quality of being prudent and sensible an Apocryphal book consisting mainly of a meditation on wisdom; although ascribed to Solomon it was probably written in the first century BC
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not in physical motion
capable of being foretold
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one skilled in caring for young children or the sick (usually under the supervision of a physician) a woman who is the custodian of children try to cure by special care of treatment, of an illness or injury maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings) serve as a nurse; care for sick or handicapped people treat carefully give suck to
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a buffoon in one of the old comedies; imitates others for ludicrous effect a man who is a stupid incompetent fool ludicrous, foolish like a clown
a very slow movement a swimming stroke; arms are moved alternately overhead accompanied by a flutter kick a slow mode of locomotion on hands and knees or dragging the body move slowly; in the case of people or animals with the body near the ground feel as if crawling with insects be full of show submission or fear swim by doing the crawl; they often don't know how to crawl"
a member of the Caucasoid race the quality or state of the achromatic color of greatest lightness (bearing the least resemblance to black) United States jurist appointed chief justice of the United States Supreme Court in 1910 by President Taft; noted for his work on antitrust legislation (1845-1921) Australian writer (1912-1990) United States political journalist (1915-1986) United States architect (1853-1906) United States writer noted for his humorous essays (1899-1985) United States educator who in 1865 (with Ezra Cornell) founded Cornell University and served as its first president (1832-1918) a tributary of the Mississippi River that flows southeastward through northern Arkansas and southern Missouri the white part of an egg; the nutritive and protective gelatinous substance surrounding the yolk consisting mainly of albumin dissolved in water (board games) the lighter pieces (usually in the plural) trousers made of flannel or gabardine or tweed or white cloth turn white being of the achromatic color of maximum lightness; having little or no hue owing to reflection of almost all incident light of or belonging to a racial group having light skin coloration free from moral blemish or impurity; unsullied marked by the presence of snow restricted to whites only glowing white with heat benevolent; without malicious intent (of a surface) not written or printed on (of coffee) having cream or milk added (of hair) having lost its color anemic looking from illness or emotion of summer nights in northern latitudes where the sun barely sets
extremely so as to be positive; in a positive manner
exacting especially about details
a journey by ox wagon (especially an organized migration by a group of settlers) any long and difficult trip journey on foot, especially in the mountains make a long and difficult journey
a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune a state of danger involving risk a venture undertaken without regard to possible loss or injury pose a threat to; present a danger to put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult position
give an exhibition of to an interested audience establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment provide evidence for make visible or noticeable show in, or as in, a picture give expression to indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively be or become visible or noticeable indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments give evidence of, as of records take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums finish third or better in a horse or dog race
cause to change shape in a computer animation change shape as via computer animation
(computer science) a single execution of a set of instructions that are to be repeated (computer science) executing the same set of instructions a given number of times or until a specified result is obtained doing or saying again; a repeated performance
have a craving, appetite, or great desire for plead or ask for earnestly
a politically organized body of people under a single government the people who live in a nation or country United States prohibitionist who raided saloons and destroyed bottles of liquor with a hatchet (1846-1911) a federation of tribes (especially Native American tribes)
any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted a planned undertaking communicate vividly extend out or project in space transfer (ideas or principles) from one domain into another project on a screen cause to be heard draw a projection of make or work out a plan for; devise present for consideration, examination, criticism, etc. imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind put or send forth throw, send, or cast forward regard as objective
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a fastener for locking together two toothed edges by means of a sliding tab close with a zipper
put up with something or somebody unpleasant face and withstand with courage continue to live through hardship or adversity undergo or be subjected to last and be usable persist for a specified period of time continue to exist
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the experiencing of affective and emotional states a vague idea in which some confidence is placed the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people a physical sensation that you experience the sensation produced by pressure receptors in the skin an intuitive understanding of something undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles be conscious of a physical, mental, or emotional state have a feeling or perception about oneself in reaction to someone's behavior or attitude undergo passive experience of:"We felt the effects of inflation" be felt or perceived in a certain way grope or feel in search of something examine by touch examine (a body part) by palpation find by testing or cautious exploration produce a certain impression pass one's hands over the sexual organs of
wish harm upon; invoke evil upon threatening with damnation
Spanish painter well known for his portraits and for his satires (1746-1828)
induce to have sex lure or entice away from duty, principles, or proper conduct
not deliberate
enthusiastic approval praise vociferously clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval
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cheerful compliance
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someone who imports or exports without paying duties someone who travels on foot by running a person who is employed to deliver messages or documents a baseball player on the team at bat who is on base (or attempting to reach a base) a horizontal branch from the base of plant that produces new plants from buds at its tips a trained athlete who competes in foot races (football) the player who is carrying (and trying to advance) the ball on an offensive play a long narrow carpet device consisting of the parts on which something can slide along fish of western Atlantic: Cape Cod to Brazil
state capital and largest city of Massachusetts; a major center for banking and financial services
an ordered array of the components of an emission or wave a broad range of related objects or values or qualities or ideas or activities
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not disciplined or conditioned or made adept by training
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(of a person) possessing physical strength and weight; rugged and powerful
dull and tiresome but with pretensions of significance or originality
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squeeze or press together become tight or as if tight especially tense; especially in some dialects drawn together or squeezed physically or by extension psychologically
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program a trivial lie
a plumbing fixture for defecation and urination a receptacle for urination or defecation in the bedroom marked by foolish or unreasoning fondness (British informal) trivial slightly intoxicated
the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one denoting a quantity consisting of 12 items or units
matters of personal concern transactions of professional or public interest a vaguely specified concern a usually secretive or illicit sexual relationship a vaguely specified social event
incapable of reproducing free of or using methods to keep free of pathological microorganisms deficient in originality or creativity; lacking powers of invention
conducive to or characteristic of physical or moral well-being sound or exhibiting soundness in body or mind
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lacking refinement or cultivation or taste
with eagerness; in an eager manner
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push for something express a good opinion of make attractive or acceptable
the act of causing something to happen give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner
become imbued take up mentally take up, as of debts or payments take in, also metaphorically cause to become one with suck or take up or in devote (oneself) fully to assimilate or take in consume all of one's attention or time giving or marked by complete attention to retained without reflection
occupy in an agreeable, entertaining or pleasant fashion make (somebody) laugh providing enjoyment; pleasantly entertaining arousing or provoking laughter
a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle the entrance (the space in a wall) through which you enter or leave a room or building; the space that a door can close anything providing a means of access (or escape) a structure where people live or work (usually ordered along a street or road) a room that is entered via a door
the state of being or appearing to be actively engaged in an activity an Islamic fundamentalist group in Pakistan that fought the Soviet Union in Afghanistan in the 1980s; now operates as a terrorist organization primarily in Kashmir and seeks Kashmir's accession by Pakistan a humming noise sing with closed lips be noisy with activity sound with a monotonous hum make a low continuous sound
emblem usually consisting of a rectangular piece of cloth of distinctive design a listing printed in all issues of a newspaper or magazine (usually on the editorial page) that gives the name of the publication and the names of the editorial staff, etc. plants with sword-shaped leaves and erect stalks bearing bright-colored flowers composed of three petals and three drooping sepals a rectangular piece of fabric used as a signalling device flagpole used to mark the position of the hole on a golf green stratified stone that splits into pieces suitable as paving stones a conspicuously marked or shaped tail communicate or signal with a flag provide with a flag droop, sink, or settle from or as if from pressure or loss of tautness decorate with flags become less intense
the act of grasping the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it a portable rectangular container for carrying clothes the friction between a body and the surface on which it moves (as between an automobile tire and the road) worker who moves the camera around while a film or television show is being made an intellectual hold or understanding a flat wire hairpin whose prongs press tightly together; used to hold bobbed hair in place hold fast or firmly to grip or seize, as in a wrestling match to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe
naughtily or annoyingly playful very drunk
ring or echo with sound have a long or continuing effect be reflected as heat, sound, or light or shock waves to throw or bend back (from a surface) spring back; spring away from an impact treat, process, heat, melt, or refine in a reverberatory furnace
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cause to be thrilled by some perceptual input feel sudden intense sensation or emotion tremble convulsively, as from fear or excitement fill with sublime emotion feeling intense pleasurable excitement
a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable) (grammar) a constituent that is acted upon the focus of cognitions or feelings (computing) a discrete item that provides a description of virtually anything known to a computer express or raise an objection or protest or criticism or express dissent be averse to or express disapproval of
decrease in size, extent, or range lessen the authority, dignity, or reputation of becoming smaller or less or appearing to do so
cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress change the arrangement or position of subject to prolonged examination, discussion, or deliberation be a mystery or bewildering to extremely annoying or displeasing causing irritation or annoyance
of or pertaining to or characteristic of the cinema
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part; cease or break association with separate at the joints make disjoint, separated, or disconnected; undo the joining of become separated, disconnected or disjoint lacking orderly continuity taken apart at the joints separated at the joint
a statement asserting the existence or the truth of something the act of affirming or asserting or stating something (religion) a solemn declaration that serves the same purpose as an oath (if an oath is objectionable to the person on religious or ethical grounds) a judgment by a higher court that the judgment of a lower court was correct and should stand
the opening through which food is taken in and vocalizations emerge the externally visible part of the oral cavity on the face and the system of organs surrounding the opening an opening that resembles a mouth (as of a cave or a gorge) the point where a stream issues into a larger body of water a person conceived as a consumer of food a spokesperson (as a lawyer) an impudent or insolent rejoinder the opening of a jar or bottle express in speech articulate silently; form words with the lips only touch with the mouth
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a feeling of profound respect for someone or something a reverent mental attitude an act showing respect (especially a bow or curtsy) regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of
hold back within allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature secure and keep for possible future use or application keep in one's mind
be amazed at express astonishment or surprise about something
give suck to producing or secreting milk
a suspenseful adventure story or play or movie
concern with the distinction between good and evil or right and wrong; right or good conduct motivation based on ideas of right and wrong
add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing state
a person who sings United States inventor of an improved chain-stitch sewing machine (1811-1875) United States writer (born in Poland) of Yiddish stories and novels (1904-1991)
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a happening that is distinctive in a series of related events a brief section of a literary or dramatic work that forms part of a connected series a part of a broadcast serial film consisting of a succession of related shots that develop a given subject in a movie
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someone who is a member of the faculty at a college or university
temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers a group of people living together in a camp temporary lodgings in the country for travelers or vacationers an exclusive circle of people with a common purpose a penal institution (often for forced labor) something that is considered amusing not because of its originality but because of its unoriginality shelter for persons displaced by war or political oppression or for religious beliefs a site where care and activities are provided for children during the summer months live in or as if in a tent establish or set up a camp give an artificially banal or sexual quality to providing sophisticated amusement by virtue of having artificially (and vulgarly) mannered or banal or sentimental qualities
suggesting the operation of supernatural influences strikingly odd or unusual; some weird effect of shadow"- Bram Stoker
a flat wing-shaped process or winglike part of an organism a wing of an insect by bad luck
fulfill sexually make perfect; bring to perfection having or revealing supreme mastery or skill perfect and complete in every respect; having all necessary qualities without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers
the act of preventing
a damage or loss
hang freely cause to be held in suspension in a fluid bar temporarily; from school, office, etc. stop a process or a habit by imposing a freeze on it make inoperative or stop render temporarily ineffective
the act of pairing a male and female for reproductive purposes engage in sexual intercourse bring two objects, ideas, or people together place an opponent's king under an attack from which it cannot escape and thus ending the game twist together or entwine into a confusing mass change texture so as to become matted and felt-like
sharp piercing cry a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry a joke that seems extremely funny utter a sudden loud cry utter or declare in a very loud voice make a loud, piercing sound
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress come to pass; arrive, as in due course reach or enter a state, relation, condition, use, or position to be the product or result be found or available; The furniture comes unassembled" come forth be a native of extend or reach exist or occur in a certain point in a series cover a certain distance come under, be classified or included happen as a result add up in number or quantity develop into be received come to one's mind; suggest itself come from; be connected by a relationship of blood, for example proceed or get along experience orgasm have a certain priority
something that causes feelings of wonder be amazed at express astonishment or surprise about something
a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations express in words report or maintain express a supposition have or contain a certain wording or form give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way communicate or express nonverbally utter aloud state as one's opinion or judgement; declare recite or repeat a fixed text indicate
(birds or insects) characterized by or tending to chirp characterized by liveliness and lightheartedness
an explosive device fused to explode under specific conditions strong sealed vessel for measuring heat of combustion an event that fails badly or is totally ineffectual throw bombs at or attack with bombs fail to get a passing grade
in a manner or to a degree that dazzles the beholder
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a formally arranged gathering a small informal social gathering a casual or unexpected convergence the social act of assembling for some common purpose the act of joining together as one a place where things merge or flow together (especially rivers) come together get together socially or for a specific purpose be adjacent or come together fill or meet a want or need satisfy a condition or restriction satisfy or fulfill collect in one place get to know; get acquainted with meet by design; be present at the arrival of contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle experience as a reaction undergo or suffer be in direct physical contact with; make contact
induce to have sex lure or entice away from duty, principles, or proper conduct
a man with a chauvinistic belief in the inferiority of women discriminatory on the basis of sex (usually said of men's attitude toward women)
add details to walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud line or stuff with soft material add padding to softened by the addition of cushions or padding
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excessively quick done with very great haste and without due deliberation
a measuring instrument for measuring and indicating a quantity such as the thickness of wire or the amount of rain etc. accepted or approved instance or example of a quantity or quality against which others are judged or measured or compared the distance between the rails of a railway or between the wheels of a train the thickness of wire diameter of a tube or gun barrel judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time) rub to a uniform size determine the capacity, volume, or contents of by measurement and calculation measure precisely and against a standard adapt to a specified measurement mix in specific proportions
the largest continent with 60% of the earth's population; it is joined to Europe on the west to form Eurasia; it is the site of some of the world's earliest civilizations the nations of the Asian continent collectively
share in something become a participant; be involved in
of an instrument of certain death
a mark to indicate a direction or relation a projectile with a straight thin shaft and an arrowhead on one end and stabilizing vanes on the other; intended to be shot from a bow
dispose or incline or entice to provoke someone to do something through (often false or exaggerated) promises or persuasion give rise to a desire by being attractive or inviting induce into action by using one's charm try to seduce try presumptuously
attach (oneself) to a person or thing in a neurotic way pay attention to exclusively and obsessively make fixed, stable or stationary become fixed (on)
any of numerous plants of the genus Capparis pickled flower buds used as a pungent relish in various dishes and sauces a crime (especially a robbery) a playful leap or hop gay or light-hearted recreational activity for diversion or amusement a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement jump about playfully
a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way humorous or satirical mimicry make a spoof of or make fun of make a parody of
the event of something coming in contact with the body the faculty by which external objects or forces are perceived through contact with the body (especially the hands) a suggestion of some quality a distinguishing style the act of putting two things together with no space between them a slight but appreciable amount a communicative interaction a slight attack of illness the act of soliciting money (as a gift or loan) the sensation produced by pressure receptors in the skin deftness in handling matters the feel of mechanical action make physical contact with, come in contact with perceive via the tactile sense affect emotionally be relevant to be in direct physical contact with; make contact have an effect upon deal with; usually used with a form of negation cause to be in brief contact with to extend as far as be equal to in quality or ability tamper with make a more or less disguised reference to comprehend consume color lightly
keep busy with actively or fully engaged or occupied overcrowded or cluttered with detail intrusive in a meddling or offensive manner crowded with or characterized by much activity (of facilities such as telephones or lavatories) unavailable for use by anyone else or indicating unavailability; (`engaged' is a British term for a busy telephone line)
any animal that feeds chiefly on grass and other plants
a minor short-term fight engage in a skirmish
a laborer who moves from place to place as demanded by employment traveling from place to place to work
strange in an interesting or pleasing way very strange or unusual; odd or even incongruous in character or appearance attractively old-fashioned (but not necessarily authentic)
a list of dishes available at a restaurant the dishes making up a meal (computer science) a list of options available to a computer user an agenda of things to do
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a complete failure the chest of a woman a sculpture of the head and shoulders of a person an occasion for excessive eating or drinking ruin completely search without warning, make a sudden surprise attack on separate or cause to separate abruptly go to pieces break open or apart suddenly and forcefully lacking funds
recognize with gratitude; be grateful for be fully aware of; realize fully hold dear gain in value increase the value of fully understood or grasped
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pour or rush back feed through the beak by regurgitating previously swallowed food repeat after memorization eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion a unifying idea that is a recurrent element in literary or artistic work (music) melodic subject of a musical composition an essay (especially one written as an assignment) (linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed provide with a particular theme or motive
disposed to attack
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make physical contact with, come in contact with perceive via the tactile sense affect emotionally be relevant to be in direct physical contact with; make contact have an effect upon deal with; usually used with a form of negation cause to be in brief contact with to extend as far as be equal to in quality or ability tamper with make a more or less disguised reference to comprehend consume color lightly having come into contact being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion slightly insane
people who have possessions and wealth (considered as a group) possessing material wealth having an abundant supply of desirable qualities or substances (especially natural resources) of great worth or quality marked by great fruitfulness strong; intense very productive high in mineral content; having a high proportion of fuel to air suggestive of or characterized by great expense containing plenty of fat, or eggs, or sugar marked by richness and fullness of flavor pleasantly full and mellow affording an abundant supply
with gusto and without reservation in a hearty manner
a message transmitted by telegraph
grains used as food either unpolished or more often polished annual or perennial rhizomatous marsh grasses; seed used for food; straw used for paper English lyricist who frequently worked with Andrew Lloyd Webber (born in 1944) United States playwright (1892-1967) sieve so that it becomes the consistency of rice
an account of the author's personal experiences an essay on a scientific or scholarly topic
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a polite name for any woman a woman of refinement a woman of the peerage in Britain
(baseball) base consisting of a rubber slab where the batter stands; it must be touched by a base runner in order to score a sheet of metal or wood or glass or plastic a full-page illustration (usually on slick paper) dish on which food is served or from which food is eaten the quantity contained in a plate a rigid layer of the Earth's crust that is believed to drift slowly the thin under portion of the forequarter a main course served on a plate any flat platelike body structure or part the positively charged electrode in a vacuum tube a flat sheet of metal or glass on which a photographic image can be recorded structural member consisting of a horizontal beam that provides bearing and anchorage a shallow receptacle for collection in church a metal sheathing of uniform thickness (such as the shield attached to an artillery piece to protect the gunners) a dental appliance that artificially replaces missing teeth coat with a layer of metal
German mathematician who created the Klein bottle (1849-1925) United States psychoanalyst (born in Austria) who was the first to specialize in the psychoanalysis of small children (1882-1960) United States fashion designer noted for understated fashions (born in 1942)
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ancient Athenian philosopher; pupil of Socrates; teacher of Aristotle (428-347 BC)
an overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety a person who inspires fear or dread a very troublesome child the use of extreme fear in order to coerce people (especially for political reasons)
ranking above all others preceding all others in spatial position situated closest to the bow prominently forward before anything else
a small pouch inside a garment for carrying small articles an enclosed space a supply of money (bowling) the space between the headpin and the pins behind it on the right or left a hollow concave shape made by removing something a local region of low pressure or descending air that causes a plane to lose height suddenly a small isolated group of people (anatomy) saclike structure in any of various animals (as a marsupial or gopher or pelican) an opening at the corner or on the side of a billiard table into which billiard balls are struck put in one's pocket take unlawfully
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one billionth (10^-9) of a second; one thousandth of a microsecond
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a change from one state to the opposite state an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating turning in an opposite direction or position a decision to reverse an earlier decision a judgment by a higher court that the judgment of a lower court was incorrect and should be set aside turning in the opposite direction the act of reversing the order or place of a major change in attitude or principle or point of view
informal terms for nakedness to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly') with everything included or counted with everything considered (and neglecting details)
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vigorous and enthusiastic enjoyment spicy or savory condiment the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization a formal association of people with similar interests the state of being with someone the fashionable elite
an unchanging intonation make a monotonous low dull sound talk in a monotonous voice
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without emotion; in a stoic manner
take revenge for a perceived wrong
characteristic of or affected with autism
a supporter of fundamentalism
in a nice way
someone who exhibits great independence in thought and action an unbranded range animal (especially a stray calf); belongs to the first person who puts a brand on it independent in behavior or thought
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English novelist and Catholic (1904-1991)
either of two folds of skin that can be moved to cover or open the eye
in a relentless manner
in a spectacular manner
merchandise issued for sale or public showing (especially a record or film) the act of liberating someone or something a process that liberates or discharges something an announcement distributed to members of the press in order to supplement or replace an oral presentation the termination of someone's employment (leaving them free to depart) euphemistic expressions for death a legal document evidencing the discharge of a debt or obligation a device that when pressed will release part of a mechanism activity that frees or expresses creative energy or emotion the act of allowing a fluid to escape a formal written statement of relinquishment (music) the act or manner of terminating a musical phrase or tone release, as from one's grip grant freedom to; free from confinement let (something) fall or spill from a container prepare and issue for public distribution or sale eliminate (a substance) generate and separate from cells or bodily fluids make (information) available for publication part with a possession or right release (gas or energy) as a result of a chemical reaction or physical decomposition make (assets) available
a selfish person who is unwilling to give or spend
show a response or a reaction to something react verbally respond favorably or as hoped
a horizontal beam that extends across something a horizontal crosspiece across a window or separating a door from a window over it taking a zigzag path on skis travel across travel across or pass over to cover or extend over an area or time period deny formally (an allegation of fact by the opposing party) in a legal suit
a state of extreme (usually irremediable) ruin and misfortune an event resulting in great loss and misfortune an act that has disastrous consequences
a traveling show; having sideshows and rides and games of skill etc. gathering of producers to promote business a competitive exhibition of farm products a sale of miscellany; often for charity join so that the external surfaces blend smoothly free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules not excessive or extreme very pleasing to the eye (of a baseball) hit between the foul lines lacking exceptional quality or ability attractively feminine (of a manuscript) having few alterations or corrections gained or earned without cheating or stealing free of clouds or rain (used of hair or skin) pale or light-colored;  in conformity with the rules or laws and without fraud or cheating without favoring one party, in a fair evenhanded manner
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(physiology) responsiveness to external stimuli; the faculty of sensation the ability to respond to physical stimuli or to register small physical amounts or differences sensitivity to emotional feelings (of self and others) susceptibility to a pathogen the ability to respond to affective changes in your interpersonal environment
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something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known a device or control that is very useful for a particular job
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in a way that was not expected without advance planning
lose blood from one's body draw blood get or extort (money or other possessions) from someone be diffused drain of liquid or steam
a South African unit of measure equal to about 2 acres
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem something that results the semantic role of the noun phrase whose referent exists only by virtue of the activity denoted by the verb in the clause issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end have as a result or residue come about or follow as a consequence
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fail to do something; leave something undone be unsuccessful disappoint, prove undependable to; abandon, forsake stop operating or functioning be unable judge unacceptable fail to get a passing grade fall short in what is expected become bankrupt or insolvent; fail financially and close prove insufficient get worse
belonging to or active during the night of or relating to or occurring in the night
the part of a gunlock that strikes the percussion cap when the trigger is pulled a hand tool with a heavy rigid head and a handle; used to deliver an impulsive force by striking the ossicle attached to the eardrum a light drumstick with a rounded head that is used to strike such percussion instruments as chimes, kettledrums, marimbas, glockenspiels, etc. a heavy metal sphere attached to a flexible wire; used in the hammer throw a striker that is covered in felt and that causes the piano strings to vibrate a power tool for drilling rocks the act of pounding (delivering repeated heavy blows) beat with or as if with a hammer create by hammering
one of a number of things from which only one can be chosen serving or used in place of another necessitating a choice between mutually exclusive possibilities pertaining to unconventional choices
the supreme effort one can make the person who is most outstanding or excellent; someone who tops all others Canadian physiologist (born in the United States) who assisted F. G. Banting in research leading to the discovery of insulin (1899-1978) get the better of (superlative of `good') having the most positive qualities (comparative and superlative of `well') wiser or more advantageous and hence advisable having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified having the normally expected amount morally admirable deserving of esteem and respect promoting or enhancing well-being agreeable or pleasing of moral excellence having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude thorough with or in a close or intimate relationship financially sound most suitable or right for a particular purpose resulting favorably exerting force or influence capable of pleasing appealing to the mind in excellent physical condition tending to promote physical well-being; beneficial to health not forged not left to spoil generally admired in a most excellent way or manner it would be sensible from a position of superiority or authority (often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (`good' is a nonstandard dialectal variant for `well') thoroughly or completely; fully; often used as a combining form indicating high probability; in all likelihood (used for emphasis or as an intensifier) entirely or fully to a suitable or appropriate extent or degree favorably; with approval to a great extent or degree with great or especially intimate knowledge with prudence or propriety with skill or in a pleasing manner in a manner affording benefit or advantage in financial comfort without unusual distress or resentment; with good humor
sharp piercing cry a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry a joke that seems extremely funny utter a sudden loud cry utter or declare in a very loud voice make a loud, piercing sound
a person of subnormal intelligence a city in Argentina, to the west of Buenos Aires
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a festive merry feeling a disposition to find (or make) causes for amusement activities that are enjoyable or amusing
a cherished desire a strong drive for success have as one's ambition
a large number or amount (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent a parcel of land having fixed boundaries an unofficial association of people or groups your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you) anything (straws or pebbles etc.) taken or chosen at random any collection in its entirety (Old Testament) nephew of Abraham; God destroyed Sodom and Gomorrah but chose to spare Lot and his family who were told to flee without looking back at the destruction divide into lots, as of land, for example administer or bestow, as in small portions to a very great degree or extent
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gymnastic apparatus consisting of a pair of heavy metal circles (usually covered with leather) suspended by ropes; used for gymnastic exercises a characteristic sound a toroidal shape a rigid circular band of metal or wood or other material used for holding or fastening or hanging or pulling (chemistry) a chain of atoms in a molecule that forms a closed loop an association of criminals the sound of a bell ringing a platform usually marked off by ropes in which contestants box or wrestle jewelry consisting of a circlet of precious metal (often set with jewels) worn on the finger a strip of material attached to the leg of a bird to identify it (as in studies of bird migration) sound loudly and sonorously ring or echo with sound make (bells) ring, often for the purposes of musical edification get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle attach a ring to the foot of, in order to identify
any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc. an accident that results in physical damage or hurt a casualty to military personnel resulting from combat an act that causes someone or something to receive physical damage wrongdoing that violates another's rights and is unjustly inflicted
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implied though not directly expressed; inherent in the nature of something being without doubt or reserve
a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance) a written form of a musical composition; parts for different instruments appear on separate staves on large pages a number that expresses the accomplishment of a team or an individual in a game or contest a set of twenty members grounds the facts about an actual situation an amount due (as at a restaurant or bar) a slight surface cut (especially a notch that is made to keep a tally) a resentment strong enough to justify retaliation the act of scoring in a game or sport a seduction culminating in sexual intercourse gain points in a game make small marks into the surface of make underscoring marks write a musical score for induce to have sex get a certain number or letter indicating quality or performance assign a grade or rank to, according to one's evaluation
all of the living human inhabitants of the earth
in a clearly noticeable manner
being or characterized by concepts or their formation
of or relating to the activity or business for which you are trained
someone who uses another person's words or ideas as if they were his own someone who robs at sea or plunders the land from the sea without having a commission from any sovereign nation a ship that is manned by pirates copy illegally; of published material take arbitrarily or by force
containing little excess
a branch of knowledge a system of rules of conduct or method of practice;  the trait of being well behaved training to improve strength or self-control the act of punishing develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience
a whimsically eccentric person a pitch with reverse spin that curves toward the side of the plate from which it was thrown foolish; totally unsound
not ever; at no time in the past or future not at all; certainly not; not in any circumstances
something having the property of being analogous to something else an imaginary line around the Earth parallel to the equator (mathematics) one of a set of parallel geometric figures (parallel lines or planes) be parallel to make or place parallel to something duplicate or match
extend in scope or range or area stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point span an interval of distance, space or time make available; provide thrust or extend out reach outward in space offer verbally extend one's limbs or muscles, or the entire body expand the influence of lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length cause to move at full gallop open or straighten out; unbend use to the utmost; exert vigorously or to full capacity prolong the time allowed for payment of continue or extend increase in quantity or bulk by adding a cheaper substance
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized a causal agent creating and controlling things in the universe the natural physical world including plants and animals and landscapes etc. the complex of emotional and intellectual attributes that determine a person's characteristic actions and reactions a particular type of thing
move by turning over or rotating move along on or as if on wheels or a wheeled vehicle occur in soft rounded shapes flatten or spread with a roller emit, produce, or utter with a deep prolonged reverberating sound arrange or or coil around begin operating or running shape by rolling execute a roll, in tumbling sell something to or obtain something from by energetic and especially underhanded activity move in a wavy pattern or with a rising and falling motion move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment move, rock, or sway from side to side cause to move by turning over or in a circular manner of as if on an axis pronounce with a roll, of the phoneme /r/ boil vigorously take the shape of a roll or cylinder show certain properties when being rolled especially of petals or leaves in bud; having margins rolled inward uttered with a trill rolled up and secured
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concerned with or comprehending only what is apparent or obvious; not deep or penetrating emotionally or intellectually of, affecting, or being on or near the surface of little substance or significance
a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat) gleam or glow intermittently emit or reflect light in a flickering manner shining intermittently with a sparkling light
a game played with playing cards one of a set of small pieces of stiff paper marked in various ways and used for playing games or for telling fortunes a card certifying the identity of the bearer a rectangular piece of stiff paper used to send messages (may have printed greetings or pictures) thin cardboard, usually rectangular a witty amusing person who makes jokes a sign posted in a public place as an advertisement a printed or written greeting that is left to indicate that you have visited (golf) a record of scores (as in golf) a list of dishes available at a restaurant (baseball) a list of batters in the order in which they will bat a printed circuit that can be inserted into expansion slots in a computer to increase the computer's capabilities separate the fibers of ask someone for identification to determine whether he or she is old enough to consume liquor
a former tribunal of the Roman Catholic Church (1232-1820) created to discover and suppress heresy a severe interrogation (often violating the rights or privacy of individuals)
a shoe consisting of a sole fastened by straps to the foot
not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society
the point or degree to which something extends the distance or area or volume over which something extends
intentionally contemptuous behavior or attitude a hostile challenge a defiant act
an abundant nonmetallic tetravalent element occurring in three allotropic forms: amorphous carbon and graphite and diamond; occurs in all organic compounds a thin paper coated on one side with a dark waxy substance (often containing carbon); used to transfer characters from the original to an under sheet of paper a copy made with carbon paper
the state of owing something (especially money) money or goods or services owed by one person to another an obligation to pay or do something
a grounder that rolls along the infield a long heavy sea wave as it advances towards the shore a small wheel without spokes (as on a roller skate) a cylinder that revolves a mechanical device consisting of a cylindrical tube around which the hair is wound to curl it Old World bird that tumbles or rolls in flight; related to kingfishers pigeon that executes backward somersaults in flight or on the ground
a feeling of sympathy and sorrow for the misfortunes of others an unfortunate development the humane quality of understanding the suffering of others and wanting to do something about it share the suffering of
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an unfortunate mishap; especially one causing damage or injury anything that happens suddenly or by chance without an apparent cause
someone who plays practical jokes on others someone who leads you to believe something that is not true a mischievous supernatural being found in the folklore of many primitive people; sometimes distinguished by prodigious biological drives and exaggerated bodily parts
endure the loss of kill or destroy sell at a loss make a sacrifice of; in religious rituals
lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient look down on with disdain reject with contempt
a politically organized body of people under a single government the territory occupied by a nation the people who live in a nation or country an area outside of cities and towns a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography)
a young unmarried woman
a wild and exciting undertaking (not necessarily lawful) take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome put at risk
have the will and intention to carry out some action make plans for something make or work out a plan for; devise make a design of; plan out in systematic, often graphic form designed or carried out according to a plan planned in advance
the branch of philosophy that analyzes inference reasoned and reasonable judgment the principles that guide reasoning within a given field or situation the system of operations performed by a computer that underlies the machine's representation of logical operations a system of reasoning
a payment of part of a debt; usually paid at regular intervals a part of a broadcast serial a part of a published serial the act of installing something (as equipment)
present reasons and arguments have an argument about something give evidence of
make fit for, or change to suit a new purpose adapt or conform oneself to new or different conditions changed in order to improve or made more fit for a particular purpose
inquire about make a request or demand for something to somebody direct or put; seek an answer to consider obligatory; request and expect address a question to and expect an answer from require as useful, just, or proper require or ask for as a price or condition
without fear
language used in a figurative or nonliteral sense
old material that is slightly reworked and used again present or use over, with no or few changes go back over
affected manners intended to impress others a posture assumed by models for photographic or artistic purposes a deliberate pretense or exaggerated display introduce assume a posture as for artistic purposes pretend to be someone you are not; sometimes with fraudulent intentions behave affectedly or unnaturally in order to impress others put into a certain place or abstract location be a mystery or bewildering to
tamper, with the purpose of deception avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)
showing lack of care for consequences
the edge of a piece of cloth; especially the finished edge that has been doubled under and stitched down the utterance of a sound similar to clearing the throat; intended to get attention, express hesitancy, fill a pause, hide embarrassment, warn a friend, etc. fold over and sew together to provide with a hem utter `hem' or `ahem'
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Japanese filmmaker noted for blending Japanese folklore with western styles of acting (1910-1998)
a very young child (birth to 1 year) who has not yet begun to walk or talk
the act of blending components together thoroughly a gradation involving small or imperceptible differences between grades combine into one blend or harmonize mix together different elements
the state of being pregnant; the period from conception to birth when a woman carries a developing fetus in her uterus
a person with fair skin and hair a light grayish yellow to near white being or having light colored skin and hair and usually blue or grey eyes
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a university in Connecticut English philanthropist who made contributions to a college in Connecticut that was renamed in his honor (1649-1721)
insufficiently cooked
a sudden involuntary movement to stimulate to action move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm
a timid man or boy considered childish or unassertive
a consideration of a topic (as in a meeting) with a view to changing an earlier decision thinking again about a choice previously made
the quality of being unimportant and petty or frivolous a detail that is considered insignificant something of small importance
in a dishonorable manner or to a dishonorable degree
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an angry disturbance something or someone that causes trouble; a source of unhappiness take the trouble to do something; concern oneself cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations to cause inconvenience or discomfort to intrude or enter uninvited make nervous or agitated make confused or perplexed or puzzled
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a great amount or extent (quantifier used with mass nouns) great in quantity or degree or extent to a great degree or extent very to a very great degree or extent (degree adverb used before a noun phrase) for all practical purposes but not completely frequently or in great quantities
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a large structure for open-air sports or entertainments
an ancestor in the direct line
not worthy of notice
above or beyond the human or demanding more than human power or endurance
a small sphere of camphor or naphthalene used to keep moths away from stored clothing put into long-term storage
with adroitness; in an adroit manner
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a very small circular shape the United States federal department that institutes and coordinates national transportation programs; created in 1966 the shorter of the two telegraphic signals used in Morse code street name for lysergic acid diethylamide scatter or intersperse like dots or studs distribute loosely make a dot or dots mark with a dot
a state of inactivity (in business or art etc) a belt of calms and light winds between the northern and southern trade winds of the Atlantic and Pacific
a characteristic state or mode of living the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities the course of existence of an individual; the actions and events that occur in living the condition of living or the state of being alive the period during which something is functional (as between birth and death) the period between birth and the present time the period from the present until death a living person animation and energy in action or expression living things collectively the organic phenomenon that distinguishes living organisms from nonliving ones an account of the series of events making up a person's life a motive for living a prison term lasting as long as the prisoner lives
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a narrow strip of land that juts out into the sea a clear liquid secreted into the mouth by the salivary glands and mucous glands of the mouth; moistens the mouth and starts the digestion of starches a skewer for holding meat over a fire the act of spitting (forcefully expelling saliva) expel or eject (saliva or phlegm or sputum) from the mouth utter with anger or contempt rain gently drive a skewer through
lying toward or situated in the east of or characteristic of eastern regions of the United States lying in or toward the east relating to or characteristic of regions of eastern parts of the world from the east; used especially of winds
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moral perversion; impairment of virtue and moral principles a corrupt or depraved or degenerate act or practice
a person who works at a specific occupation a member of the working class (not necessarily employed) sterile member of a colony of social insects that forages for food and cares for the larvae a person who acts and gets things done
a producer of motion pictures
capable of being comprehended or understood
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a young person of either sex soft smooth leather from the hide of a young goat English dramatist (1558-1594) a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age young goat tell false information to for fun be silly or tease one another
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a young person of either sex a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age an immature childish person a member of a clan or tribe
very small
the cardinal number that is the sum of twenty-four and one
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity be employed have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected perform as expected when applied shape, form, or improve a material give a workout to proceed along a path operate in a certain place, area, or specialty proceed towards a goal or along a path or through an activity move in an agitated manner cause to happen or to occur as a consequence cause to work prepare for crops behave in a certain way when handled have and exert influence or effect operate in or through cause to operate or function provoke or excite gratify and charm, usually in order to influence make something, usually for a specific function move into or onto make uniform use or manipulate to one's advantage find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of cause to undergo fermentation go sour or spoil arrive at a certain condition through repeated motion
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a swift whirling motion (usually of a missile) the act of rotating rapidly a short drive in a car rapid descent of an aircraft in a steep spiral a distinctive interpretation (especially as used by politicians to sway public opinion) revolve quickly and repeatedly around one's own axis stream in jets, of liquids cause to spin make up a story form a web by making a thread work natural fibers into a thread twist and turn so as to give an intended interpretation prolong or extend
with skill
coldness due to a cold environment an almost pleasurable sensation of fright a sensation of cold that often marks the start of an infection and the development of a fever a sudden numbing dread depress or discourage make cool or cooler loose heat
transactions (sales and purchases) having the objective of supplying commodities (goods and services) the United States federal department that promotes and administers domestic and foreign trade (including management of the census and the patent office); created in 1913 social exchange, especially of opinions, attitudes, etc.
composed of or covered with particles resembling meal in texture or consistency willing to face danger
affording the opportunity for individual participation
a written work (as a novel) that has been recast in a new form the process of adapting to something (such as environmental conditions) (physiology) the responsive adjustment of a sense organ (as the eye) to varying conditions (as of light)
lower the grade of something; reduce its worth
elevate or idealize, in allusion to Christ's transfiguration change completely the nature or appearance of
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preserve of crushed fruit informal terms for a difficult situation a dense crowd of people deliberate radiation or reflection of electromagnetic energy for the purpose of disrupting enemy use of electronic devices or systems press tightly together or cram push down forcibly crush or bruise interfere with or prevent the reception of signals get stuck and immobilized crowd or pack to capacity block passage through
Cuban socialist leader who overthrew a dictator in 1959 and established a Marxist socialist state in Cuba (born in 1927)
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the state of being employed or having a job put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose engage or hire for work
look at thoughtfully; observe deep in thought consider as a possibility think intently and at length, as for spiritual purposes reflect deeply on a subject
an authoritative declaration an opinion voiced by a judge on a point of law not directly bearing on the case in question and therefore not binding
the labor of taking a load of something off of or out of a vehicle or ship or container etc. leave or unload take the load off (a container or vehicle)
a person who makes deceitful pretenses
the gathering of a ripened crop gather, as of natural products remove from a culture or a living or dead body, as for the purposes of transplantation
add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing produce from basic elements or sources; change into a more developed product make more complex, intricate, or richer work out in detail marked by complexity and richness of detail developed or executed with care and in minute detail
cloth covering that forms the part of a garment below the waist a garment hanging from the waist; worn mainly by girls and women (Fungi) a remnant of the partial veil that in mature mushrooms surrounds the stem like a collar informal terms for a (young) woman avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues) pass around or about; move along the border form the edge of extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle
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worthless people a film of impurities or vegetation that can form on the surface of a liquid remove the scum from
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the branch of social science that deals with the production and distribution and consumption of goods and services and their management
the act of acknowledging that someone has an occasion for celebration (usually plural) an expression of pleasure at the success or good fortune of another
participate in games or sport act or have an effect in a specified way or with a specific effect or outcome play on an instrument play a role or part be at play; be engaged in playful activity; amuse oneself in a way characteristic of children replay (as a melody) perform music on (a musical instrument) pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind move or seem to move quickly, lightly, or irregularly bet or wager (money) engage in recreational activities rather than work; occupy oneself in a diversion pretend to be somebody in the framework of a game or playful activity emit recorded sound perform on a certain location put (a card or piece) into play during a game, or act strategically as if in a card game engage in an activity as if it were a game rather than take it seriously behave in a certain way cause to emit recorded audio or video manipulate manually or in one's mind or imagination use to one's advantage consider not very seriously be received or accepted or interpreted in a specific way behave carelessly or indifferently cause to move or operate freely within a bounded space perform on a stage or theater be performed or presented for public viewing cause to happen or to occur as a consequence discharge or direct or be discharged or directed as if in a continuous stream make bets stake on the outcome of an issue shoot or hit in a particular manner use or move employ in a game or in a specific position contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle exhaust by allowing to pull on the line (of games) engaged in
the act of revising or altering (involving reconsideration and modification) the act of rewriting something something that has been written again
a region marking a boundary the limit beyond which something happens or changes a ceremonial or emblematic staff a grass border along a road border on; come close to
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(philosophy) the philosophical theory that ideas are the only reality impracticality by virtue of thinking of things in their ideal form rather than as they really are elevated ideals or conduct; the quality of believing that ideals should be pursued
strikingly out of the ordinary
a feeling of dissatisfaction that results when your expectations are not realized
a person who participates in or is skilled at some game someone who plays a musical instrument (as a profession) a theatrical performer a person who pursues a number of different social and sexual partners simultaneously an important participant (as in a business deal)
call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) deduce (a principle) or construe (a meaning) derive by reason
the act of grasping the act of grasping a tense critical situation a number of birds hatched at the same time a collection of things or persons to be handled together a woman's strapless purse that is carried in the hand a pedal or lever that engages or disengages a rotating shaft and a driving mechanism a coupling that connects or disconnects driving and driven parts of a driving mechanism take hold of; grab hold firmly, usually with one's hands affect
appropriate for people with good incomes
a typeface with thick heavy lines print in boldface
the mother of Jesus; Christians refer to her as the Virgin Mary; she is especially honored by Roman Catholics United States pop singer and sex symbol during the 1980s (born in 1958)
a mental representation of some haunting experience a ghostly appearing figure
have confidence or faith in allow without fear be confident about something expect and wish confer a trust upon extend credit to; I won't pay her debts anymore" (of persons) worthy of trust or confidence
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refuse to acknowledge bar from attention or consideration fail to notice give little or no attention to be ignorant of or in the dark about disregarded
approval money available for a client to borrow an accounting entry acknowledging income or capital items used in the phrase `to your credit' in order to indicate an achievement deserving praise;  arrangement for deferred payment for goods and services recognition by a college or university that a course of studies has been successfully completed; typically measured in semester hours a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage an entry on a list of persons who contributed to a film or written work an estimate, based on previous dealings, of a person's or an organization's ability to fulfill their financial commitments give someone credit for something ascribe an achievement to accounting: enter as credit have trust in; trust in the truth or veracity of
move or cause to move with a sudden jerky motion disturb (someone's) composure causing or characterized by jolts and irregular movements
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing) a special situation an action a special abstraction an artifact an event a vaguely specified concern a statement regarded as an object an entity that is not named specifically any attribute or quality considered as having its own existence a special objective a persistent illogical feeling of desire or aversion a separate and self-contained entity
the organization of information according to preset specifications (usually for computer processing) the general appearance of a publication set (printed matter) into a specific format determine the arrangement of (data) for storage and display (in computer science) divide (a disk) into marked sectors so that it may store data
preserve while making lifeless remove the organs and dry out (a dead body) in order to preserve it dry up and shrivel due to complete loss of moisture
a stupid incompetent person
refusal to accept some authority or code or convention organized opposition to authority; a conflict in which one faction tries to wrest control from another
the political orientation of those who favor government by the people or by their elected representatives a political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them the doctrine that the numerical majority of an organized group can make decisions binding on the whole group
bringing death having momentous consequences; of decisive importance (of events) having extremely unfortunate or dire consequences; bringing ruin controlled or decreed by fate; predetermined
dependent upon or characterized by chance marked by great carelessness without care; in a slapdash manner
(Greek mythology) the daughter of Agamemnon and Clytemnestra; persuaded her brother (Orestes) to avenge Agamemnon's death by helping her to kill Clytemnestra and her lover (Aegisthus)
a very young child (birth to 1 year) who has not yet begun to walk or talk the youngest member of a group (not necessarily young) an immature childish person an unborn child; a human fetus (slang) sometimes used as a term of address for attractive young women a very young mammal a project of personal concern to someone treat with excessive indulgence
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the original amount of a debt on which interest is calculated the educator who has executive authority for a school an actor who plays a principal role capital as contrasted with the income derived from it (criminal law) any person involved in a criminal offense, regardless of whether the person profits from such involvement the major party to a financial transaction at a stock exchange; buys and sells for his own account
a board with wheels that is ridden in a standing or crouching position and propelled by foot ride on a flat board with rollers attached to the bottom
a native or inhabitant of Europe of or relating to or characteristic of Europe or the people of Europe
to a moderately sufficient extent or degree without favoring one party, in a fair evenhanded manner in conformity with the rules or laws and without fraud or cheating
of or concerning this or that from that circumstance or source
come to the boiling point and change from a liquid to vapor immerse or be immersed in a boiling liquid, often for cooking purposes bring to, or maintain at, the boiling point be agitated be in an agitated emotional state cooked in hot water
without effort or apparent effort
showing ignorance of the laws of nature and faith in magic or chance
without knowledge or intention
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skillful in physical movements; especially of the hands
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inclined to or marked by tedious moralization
the relation of an owner to the thing possessed; possession with the right to transfer possession to others the act of having and controlling property the state or fact of being an owner
having similarity in size, shape, and relative position of corresponding parts exhibiting equivalence or correspondence among constituents of an entity or between different entities
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an amateur boxer who weighs no more than 126 pounds weighs 126-139 pounds a professional boxer who weighs between 123 and 126 pounds
invest with or as with a body; give body to represent, as of a character on stage attribute human qualities to something
a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence the property of producing accurately a note of a given pitch the adjustment of a radio receiver or other circuit to a required frequency adjust for (better) functioning adjust the pitches of (musical instruments)
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any entry into an area not previously occupied entrance by force or without permission or welcome the forcing of molten rock into fissures or between strata of an earlier rock formation rock produced by an intrusive process entry to another's property without right or permission
the property of having a relatively small size the property of being a relatively small amount the property of having relatively little strength or vigor lack of generosity in trifling matters
characteristic of acting or a stage performance; often affected
any of various long-tailed primates (excluding the prosimians) one who is playfully mischievous play around with or alter or falsify, usually secretively or dishonestly do random, unplanned work or activities or spend time idly
in a passionately fanatic manner
a diagonal path a route shorter than the usual one cut using a diagonal line
slide without control elevate onto skids apply a brake or skid to move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner
the repetition of a sound resulting from reflection of the sound waves (Greek mythology) a nymph who was spurned by Narcissus and pined away until only her voice remained a reply that repeats what has just been said a reflected television or radio or radar beam a close parallel of a feeling, idea, style, etc. an imitation or repetition to say again or imitate ring or echo with sound call to mind
hit a tennis ball backhand (of racket strokes) made across the body with back of hand facing direction of stroke roundabout or ambiguous
of or belonging to a corporation possessing or existing in bodily form done by or characteristic of individuals acting together organized and maintained as a legal corporation
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a state of anticipation of sexuality the arousal of feelings of sexual desire
a feeling of scornful hatred look down on with disdain
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an athlete who has earned a letter in a school sport
a message whose content is at variance with reason a ludicrous folly
having the deep slightly brownish color of gold marked by peace and prosperity made from or covered with gold supremely favored suggestive of gold presaging or likely to bring good luck
immersing the body in water or sunshine the act of washing yourself (or another person) cleanse the entire body suffuse with or as if with light clean one's body by immersion into water clean one's body by immersion into water
a period marked by distinctive character or reckoned from a fixed point or event (astronomy) an arbitrarily fixed date that is the point in time relative to which information (as coordinates of a celestial body) is recorded a unit of geological time that is a subdivision of a period and is itself divided into ages
ready to fall asleep
leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch
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uncastrated adult male horse
an outward semblance that misrepresents the true nature of something any attire that modifies the appearance in order to conceal the wearer's identity the act of concealing the identity of something by modifying its appearance make unrecognizable
the largest city in Alabama; located in northeastern Alabama a city in central England; 2nd largest English city and an important industrial and transportation center
diurnal birds of prey having long pointed powerful wings adapted for swift flight hunt with falcons
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a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one a solemn pledge of fidelity give to in marriage promise solemnly and formally
an admirer of France and everything French
portray in words make a portrait of assume or act the character of represent abstractly, for example in a painting, drawing, or sculpture represented graphically by sketch or design or lines
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just preceding something else in time or order (used especially of persons) of the immediate past too soon or too hasty
grind together, of teeth
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to come or go into become a participant; be involved in register formally as a participant or member be or play a part of or in make a record of; set down in permanent form come on stage take on duties or office put or introduce into something set out on (an enterprise or subject of study)
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meat cut from the thigh of a hog (usually smoked) (Old Testament) son of Noah a licensed amateur radio operator an unskilled actor who overacts exaggerate one's acting
imperial dynasty that ruled China (most of the time from 206 BC to AD 220) and expanded its boundaries and developed its bureaucracy; remembered as one of the great eras of Chinese civilization
freedom from difficulty or hardship or effort a freedom from financial difficulty that promotes a comfortable state the condition of being comfortable or relieved (especially after being relieved of distress) freedom from constraint or embarrassment freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility) move gently or carefully lessen pain or discomfort; alleviate make easier lessen the intensity of or calm
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have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense have as a feature go through (mental or physical states or experiences) have ownership or possession of cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition serve oneself to, or consume regularly have a personal or business relationship with someone organize or be responsible for have left be confronted with undergo suffer from; be ill with cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner receive willingly something given or offered get something; come into possession of undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) achieve a point or goal cause to be born have sex with; archaic use
the idea of something that is perfect; something that one hopes to attain model of excellence or perfection of a kind; one having no equal conforming to an ultimate standard of perfection or excellence; embodying an ideal constituting or existing only in the form of an idea or mental image or conception of or relating to the philosophical doctrine of the reality of ideas
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pertaining to the surface of a body part of or relating to or arranged by topics of interest at the present time
several things grouped together or considered as a whole a publication containing a variety of works request for a sum of money the act of gathering something together
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posing no difficulty; requiring little effort not hurried or forced free from worry or anxiety affording pleasure having little impact readily exploited or tricked in fortunate circumstances financially; moderately rich marked by moderate steepness affording comfort casual and unrestrained in sexual behavior less in demand and therefore readily obtainable obtained with little effort or sacrifice, often obtained illegally with ease (`easy' is sometimes used informally for `easily') without speed (`slow' is sometimes used informally for `slowly') in a relaxed manner; or without hardship
a correctional institution where persons are confined while on trial or for punishment a prisonlike situation; a place of seeming confinement
(astronomy) the angular distance of a celestial point measured westward along the celestial equator from the zenith crossing; the right ascension for an observer at a particular location and time of day have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense have as a feature go through (mental or physical states or experiences) have ownership or possession of cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition serve oneself to, or consume regularly have a personal or business relationship with someone organize or be responsible for have left be confronted with undergo suffer from; be ill with cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner receive willingly something given or offered get something; come into possession of undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) achieve a point or goal cause to be born have sex with; archaic use
headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim an informal term for a person's role put on or wear a hat furnish with a hat
extremely
in a drab manner
showing no emotion
a personal pronoun compounded with -self to show the agent's action affects the agent without volition or conscious control referring back to itself
not methodically or according to plan in an unconcerned manner
a state of surviving; remaining alive a natural process resulting in the evolution of organisms best adapted to the environment something that survives
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the trait of behaving in an obscene manner an offensive or indecent word or phrase an obscene act
something that can be done an applicant who might be suitable capable of happening or existing existing in possibility
not capable of being definitely decided or ascertained
marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable not soft or yielding to pressure strong and sure not subject to revision or change (of especially a person's physical features) not shaking or trembling not liable to fluctuate or especially to fall securely established possessing the tone and resiliency of healthy tissue securely fixed in place unwavering in devotion to friend or vow or cause
in an unambiguous manner
by chance to a degree possible of achievement or by possible means
any vehicle self-propelled by a rocket engine a jet engine containing its own propellant and driven by reaction propulsion erect European annual often grown as a salad crop to be harvested when young and tender propels bright light high in the sky, or used to propel a lifesaving line or harpoon sends a firework display high into the sky shoot up abruptly, like a rocket propel with a rocket
existing outside of or not in accordance with nature
a mood (grammatically unmarked) that represents the act or state as an objective fact relating to the mood of verbs that is used simple in declarative statements (usually followed by `of') pointing out or revealing clearly
the time when something begins (especially life) the event of being born the process of giving birth the kinship relation of an offspring to the parents a baby born; an offspring cause to be born
compel to behave in a certain way impose something unpleasant impose and collect set forth authoritatively as obligatory
shade within clear boundaries an unilluminated area something existing in perception only a premonition of something adverse an indication that something has been present refuge from danger or observation a dominating and pervasive presence a spy employed to follow someone and report their movements an inseparable companion follow, usually without the person's knowledge cast a shadow over make appear small by comparison
radically distinctive and without equal (followed by `to') applying exclusively to a given category or condition or locality the single one of its kind highly unusual or rare but not the single instance
capable of being borne or endured about average; acceptable
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a fat-soluble vitamin that prevents rickets the cardinal number that is the product of one hundred and five the 4th letter of the Roman alphabet denoting a quantity consisting of 500 items or units
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mental or emotional as opposed to physical in nature of or relating to or determined by psychology
rewording for the purpose of clarification express the same message in different words
an informal term for a British policeman
the shore of a sea or ocean regarded as a resort
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a mortuary where corpses are cremated a furnace where a corpse can be burned and reduced to ashes
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put in the mind of someone assist (somebody acting or reciting) by suggesting the next words of something forgotten or imperfectly learned
an unbridgeable disparity (as from a failure of understanding) pull the plug of (electrical appliances) and render inoperable make disconnected, disjoin or unfasten
provide with a joint put into words or an expression speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way unite by forming a joint or joints express or state clearly
a state of poor nutrition; can result from insufficient or excessive or unbalanced diet or from inability to absorb foods
an introduction to a play
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a roughly cylindrical vessel that is open at the top the quantity contained in a bucket put into a bucket carry in a bucket
in a grotesque manner
share the feelings of; understand the sentiments of be understanding of to feel or express sympathy or compassion
not admitting of passage or capable of being affected
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in an unabashed manner
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an abstract idea of that which is due to a person or governmental body by law or tradition or nature; it is something that nobody can take away" location near or direction toward the right side; i.e. the side to the south when a person or object faces east the piece of ground in the outfield on the catcher's right those who support political or social or economic conservatism; those who believe that things are better left unchanged the hand that is on the right side of the body a turn toward the side of the body that is on the south when the person is facing east anything in accord with principles of justice (frequently plural) the interest possessed by law or custom in some intangible thing make reparations or amends for put in or restore to an upright position regain an upright or proper position make right or correct being or located on or directed toward the side of the body to the east when facing north free from error; especially conforming to fact or truth socially right or correct in conformance with justice or law or morality correct in opinion or judgment appropriate for a condition or purpose or occasion or a person's character, needs of or belonging to the political or intellectual right in or into a satisfactory condition intended for the right hand in accord with accepted standards of usage or procedure having the axis perpendicular to the base (of the side of cloth or clothing) facing or intended to face outward most suitable or right for a particular purpose precisely accurate precisely, exactly immediately exactly toward or on the right; also used figuratively in the right manner an interjection expressing agreement completely (Southern regional intensive) very; to a great degree in accordance with moral or social standards in an accurate manner
past times (especially in the phrase `in days of old') (used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age of long duration; not new (used for emphasis) very familiar skilled through long experience belonging to some prior time (used informally especially for emphasis) of a very early stage in development just preceding something else in time or order
a natural stream of water smaller than a river (and often a tributary of a river) any member of the Creek Confederacy (especially the Muskogee) formerly living in Georgia and Alabama but now chiefly in Oklahoma
a large number of things or people considered together an informal body of friends cause to herd, drive, or crowd together fill or occupy to the point of overflowing to gather together in large numbers approach a certain age or speed
(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively the body of citizens of a state or country members of a family line the common people generally fill with people furnish with people
shockingly repellent; inspiring horror
any system of principles or beliefs the written body of teachings of a religious group that are generally accepted by that group
a flavorful addition on top of a dish be superior or better than some standard pass by, over, or under without making contact be at the top of or constitute the top or highest point be ahead of others; be the first provide with a top or finish the top (of a structure) reach or ascend the top of strike (the top part of a ball in golf, baseball, or pool) giving it a forward spin cut the top off be the culminating event finish up or conclude excellent; best possible
pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives select as an alternative over another see fit or proper to act in a certain way; decide to act in a certain way
a licensed medical practitioner
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a trite or obvious remark completely ordinary and unremarkable not challenging; dull and lacking excitement repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse
continual and persistent demands the state of demanding notice or attention the act of insisting on something
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someone unpleasantly strange or eccentric a slow longitudinal movement or deformation a pen that is fenced so that young animals can enter but adults cannot a slow mode of locomotion on hands and knees or dragging the body move slowly; in the case of people or animals with the body near the ground to go stealthily or furtively grow or spread, often in such a way as to cover (a surface) show submission or fear
an opposing military force an armed adversary (especially a member of an opposing military force) any hostile group of people a personal enemy
a short labored intake of breath with the mouth open breathe noisily, as when one is exhausted
the study and classification of human societies
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the lower side of anything the lowest part of anything the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on the second half of an inning; while the home team is at bat a depression forming the ground under a body of water low-lying alluvial land near a river a cargo ship provide with a bottom or a seat strike the ground, as with a ship's bottom come to understand situated at the bottom or lowest position the lowest rank
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without compunction or human feeling belonging to or resembling something nonhuman
having the ability or power to create promoting construction or creation
combining clever conception and facetious expression
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a human being a single organism
a benevolent aspect of Devi; `splendor' fringe-toed lizard
provoking fear terror
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excessive indulgence
of or relating to or concerning theology
a member of a religious cult a member of an unorthodox cult who generally lives outside of conventional society under the direction of a charismatic leader
acceptable to the taste or mind
building material used as siding or roofing frothy drink of milk and flavoring and sometimes fruit or ice cream a note that alternates rapidly with another note a semitone above it grasping and shaking a person's hand (as to acknowledge an introduction or to agree on a contract) a reflex motion caused by cold or fear or excitement causing to move repeatedly from side to side move or cause to move back and forth move with or as if with a tremor shake or vibrate rapidly and intensively move back and forth or sideways undermine or cause to waver stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of get rid of bring to a specified condition by or as if by shaking shake (a body part) to communicate a greeting, feeling, or cognitive state
a person or thing that takes or can take the place of another an athlete who plays only when a starter on the team is replaced someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult) put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items be a substitute act as a substitute
the state of being with someone
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a musician who plays or composes jazz music
a continuous nonspatial whole or extent or succession in which no part or portion is distinct or distinguishable from adjacent parts
a monosaccharide sugar that has several forms; an important source of physiological energy
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the act of moving from one place to another make a shift in or exchange of; then we switched" change place or direction move around move very slightly move from one setting or context to another change in quality move and exchange for another move sideways or in an unsteady way move abruptly use a shift key on a keyboard change phonetically as part of a systematic historical change change gears lay aside, abandon, or leave for another continuously varying changing position or direction (of soil) unstable
feature as the star be the star in a performance mark with an asterisk indicating the most important performer or role
fail to keep or to maintain; cease to have, either physically or in an abstract sense fail to win suffer the loss of a person through death or removal place (something) where one cannot find it again miss from one's possessions; lose sight of allow to go out of sight fail to make money in a business; make a loss or fail to profit fail to get or obtain retreat fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind be set at a disadvantage
worth remembering
the successful completion of a program of study an academic exercise in which diplomas are conferred a line (as on a vessel or ruler) that marks a measurement the act of arranging in grades
of or relating to or resembling fish not as expected
move or cause to move back and forth move with or as if with a tremor shake or vibrate rapidly and intensively move back and forth or sideways undermine or cause to waver stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of get rid of bring to a specified condition by or as if by shaking shake (a body part) to communicate a greeting, feeling, or cognitive state disturbed psychologically as if by a physical jolt or shock
be greater in scope or size than some standard be superior or better than some standard
cause to run off the tracks run off or leave the rails
the basic monetary unit in many countries; equal to 100 cents a piece of paper money worth one dollar a United States coin worth one dollar a symbol of commercialism or greed
a permanent organization of the military land forces of a nation or state a large number of people united for some specific purpose the army of the United States of America; the agency that organizes and trains soldiers for land warfare
make steady rendered motionless for lack of wind
a nonmetallic bivalent element that is normally a colorless odorless tasteless nonflammable diatomic gas; constitutes 21 percent of the atmosphere by volume; the most abundant element in the earth's crust the 15th letter of the Roman alphabet the blood group whose red cells carry neither the A nor B antigens
a conventional name for a bear used in tales following usage in the old epic `Reynard the Fox' large ferocious bear of Eurasia
the 200th anniversary (or the celebration of it) of or relating to or completing a period of 200 years
a state in which all hope is lost or absent the feeling that everything is wrong and nothing will turn out well abandon hope; give up hope; lose heart
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a swift whirling motion (usually of a missile) the act of rotating rapidly a short drive in a car rapid descent of an aircraft in a steep spiral a distinctive interpretation (especially as used by politicians to sway public opinion) revolve quickly and repeatedly around one's own axis stream in jets, of liquids cause to spin make up a story form a web by making a thread work natural fibers into a thread twist and turn so as to give an intended interpretation prolong or extend
stir up or tend; of a fire
make ineffective or powerless cripple by cutting the hamstring
be without
a descendant of the Arabs who inhabited Palestine
to a small degree or extent in a slim or slender manner
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vice president under Eisenhower and 37th President of the United States; resigned after the Watergate scandal in 1974 (1913-1994)
raise the level or amount of something raise from a lower to a higher position cause to be heard or known; express or utter collect funds for a specific purpose cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques bring up summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic move upwards construct, build, or erect call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) create a disturbance, especially by making a great noise raise in rank or condition increase give a promotion to or assign to a higher position cause to puff up with a leaven bid (one's partner's suit) at a higher level bet more than the previous player cause to assemble or enlist in the military put forward for consideration or discussion pronounce (vowels) by bringing the tongue closer to the roof of the mouth activate or stir up establish radio communications with multiply (a number) by itself a specified number of times: 8 is 2 raised to the power 3 bring (a surface or a design) into relief and cause to project invigorate or heighten put an end to cause to become alive again located or moved above the surround or above the normal position embellished with a raised pattern created by pressure or embroidery increased in amount or degree
an inclination to weigh both views or opinions equally
a message that is stated or declared; a communication (oral or written) setting forth particulars or facts etc a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true (music) the presentation of a musical theme a nonverbal message the act of affirming or asserting or stating something (computer science) a line of code written as part of a computer program a document showing credits and debits
United States actor (1914-1998) United States general and statesman who as Secretary of State organized the European Recovery Program (1880-1959) United States jurist; as chief justice of the Supreme Court he established the principles of United States constitutional law (1755-1835) (in some countries) a military officer of highest rank a law officer having duties similar to those of a sheriff in carrying out the judgments of a court of law
to a tolerably worthy extent in a decent and morally reputable manner
a male human offspring the divine word of God; the second person in the Trinity (incarnate in Jesus)
characterized by socially or conventionally acceptable morals deserving of esteem and respect large in amount or extent or degree
the state or fact of existing a living thing that has (or can develop) the ability to act or function independently have the quality of being; (copula, used with an adjective or a predicate noun) be identical to; be someone or something occupy a certain position or area; be somewhere have an existence, be extant happen, occur, take place; this was during the visit to my parents' house" be identical or equivalent to form or compose work in a specific place, with a specific subject, or in a specific function represent, as of a character on stage spend or use time have life, be alive to remain unmolested, undisturbed, or uninterrupted -- used only in infinitive form be priced at
that which is contrary to the principles of justice or law any harm or injury resulting from a violation of a legal right treat unjustly; do wrong to
the amount a salary is increased an upward slope or grade (as in a road) increasing the size of a bet (as in poker) the act of raising something raise the level or amount of something raise from a lower to a higher position cause to be heard or known; express or utter collect funds for a specific purpose cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques bring up summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic move upwards construct, build, or erect call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) create a disturbance, especially by making a great noise raise in rank or condition increase give a promotion to or assign to a higher position cause to puff up with a leaven bid (one's partner's suit) at a higher level bet more than the previous player cause to assemble or enlist in the military put forward for consideration or discussion pronounce (vowels) by bringing the tongue closer to the roof of the mouth activate or stir up establish radio communications with multiply (a number) by itself a specified number of times: 8 is 2 raised to the power 3 bring (a surface or a design) into relief and cause to project invigorate or heighten put an end to cause to become alive again
cloak that is folded or wrapped around a person a sandwich in which the filling is rolled up in a soft tortilla the covering (usually paper or cellophane) in which something is wrapped arrange or fold as a cover or protection arrange or or coil around enclose or enfold completely with or as if with a covering crash into so as to coil around
capable of producing hallucinations
a new branch the act of shooting at targets hit with a missile from a weapon kill by firing a missile fire a shot make a film or photograph of something send forth suddenly, intensely, swiftly run or move very quickly or hastily move quickly and violently throw or propel in a specific direction or towards a specific objective record on photographic film emit (as light, flame, or fumes) suddenly and forcefully cause a sharp and sudden pain in force or drive (a fluid or gas) into by piercing variegate by interweaving weft threads of different colors throw dice, as in a crap game spend frivolously and unwisely score utter fast and forcefully measure the altitude of by using a sextant produce buds, branches, or germinate give an injection to
any process in which electrons are added to an atom or ion (as by removing oxygen or adding hydrogen); always occurs accompanied by oxidation of the reducing agent loss of excess weight (as by dieting); becoming slimmer cut down on; make a reduction in make less complex bring to humbler or weaker state or condition simplify the form of a mathematical equation of expression by substituting one term for another lower in grade or rank or force somebody into an undignified situation be the essential element reduce in size; reduce physically lessen and make more modest make smaller to remove oxygen from a compound, or cause to react with hydrogen or form a hydride, or to undergo an increase in the number of electrons narrow or limit put down by force or intimidation undergo meiosis reposition (a broken bone after surgery) back to its normal site destress and thus weaken a sound when pronouncing it reduce in scope while retaining essential elements be cooked until very little liquid is left cook until very little liquid is left lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture take off weight
so thin as to transmit light
make a shift in or exchange of; then we switched" change place or direction move around move very slightly move from one setting or context to another change in quality move and exchange for another move sideways or in an unsteady way move abruptly use a shift key on a keyboard change phonetically as part of a systematic historical change change gears lay aside, abandon, or leave for another
be or form the base for lie underneath
wear away by rubbing exhaust physically or emotionally
in an appealing manner
time during which some action is awaited the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something) stay in one place and anticipate or expect something wait before acting look forward to the probable occurrence of serve as a waiter or waitress in a restaurant
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the visual percept of a region a picture (or series of pictures) representing a continuous scene
the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities aiding the cause or policy or interests of something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest a military operation (often involving new supplies of men and materiel) to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its mission documentary validation the financial means whereby one lives supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts any device that bears the weight of another thing financial resources provided to make some project possible give moral or psychological support, aid, or courage to support materially or financially be behind; approve of be the physical support of; carry the weight of establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts adopt as a belief support with evidence or authority or make more certain or confirm argue or speak in defense of play a subordinate role to (another performer) be a regular customer or client of put up with something or somebody unpleasant
without variation or change, in every case without interruption
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rid of obstructions having nothing extraneous
completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers totally and definitely; without question
bring back into existence create anew and make over
leader of the Nez Perce in their retreat from United States troops (1840-1904) (Old Testament) the 11th son of Jacob and one of the 12 patriarchs of Israel; Jacob gave Joseph a coat of many colors, which made his brothers jealous and they sold him into slavery in Egypt (New Testament) husband of Mary and (in Christian belief) the foster father of Jesus
the property possessed by something or someone of outstanding importance or eminence unusual largeness in size or extent or number
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an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities a flexible slender surgical instrument with a blunt end that is used to explore wounds or body cavities an exploratory action or expedition an investigation conducted using a flexible surgical instrument to explore an injury or a body cavity question or examine thoroughly and closely examine physically with or as if with a probe
(usually plural) accessory wearing apparel stable gear consisting of a decorated covering for a horse, especially (formerly) for a warhorse
the act of moving a newly built vessel into the water for the first time the act of beginning something new the act of propelling with force set up or found propel with force launch for the first time; launch on a maiden voyage begin with vigor get going; give impetus to smoothen the surface of
enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure marked by good fortune eagerly disposed to act or to be of service well expressed and to the point
assign too low a value to make a deliberately low estimate make too low an estimate of
organized opposition to authority; a conflict in which one faction tries to wrest control from another
held in servitude hampered and not free; not able to act at will
the verbal act of offering something offered (as a proposal or bid) a usually brief attempt make available or accessible, provide or furnish present for acceptance or rejection agree freely put forward for consideration offer verbally make available for sale propose a payment produce or introduce on the stage present as an act of worship mount or put up make available; provide ask (someone) to marry you threaten to do something
the state of being intensely interested (as by awe or terror) a feeling of great liking for something wonderful and unusual the capacity to attract intense interest
create (as an entity) to compose or represent:"This wall forms the background of the stage setting" develop into a distinctive entity give shape or form to make something, usually for a specific function establish or impress firmly in the mind assume a form or shape
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the act of taking something from someone unlawfully
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natural abilities or qualities a person who possesses unusual innate ability in some field or activity
capable of being apprehended or understood
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not well-proportioned and pleasing in shape
a person who holds extreme views (used of opinions and actions) far beyond the norm
in a convenient manner with no difficulty
fully detailed and specific about particulars
a ludicrous folly an impulsive scatterbrained manner
lacking mirth
take part in a masquerade pretend to be someone or something that you are not
unable to see distant objects clearly lacking foresight or scope
the region that is inside of something the inner or enclosed surface of something relating to or being on the side closer to the center or within a defined space being or applying to the inside of a building confined to an exclusive group away from the outer edge within a building on the inside with respect to private feelings in reality
floor consisting of open space at the top of a house just below roof; often used for storage the dialect of Ancient Greek spoken and written in Attica and Athens and Ionia informal terms for a human head (architecture) a low wall at the top of the entablature; hides the roof
an inclination or desire; used in the plural in the phrase `left to your own devices' an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose something in an artistic work designed to achieve a particular effect any clever maneuver any ornamental pattern or design (as in embroidery) an emblematic design (especially in heraldry)
the basic unit of money in Uruguay; equal to 100 centesimos the basic unit of money in the Philippines; equal to 100 centavos the basic unit of money in Mexico; equal to 100 centavos the basic unit of money in Guinea-Bissau; equal to 100 centavos the basic unit of money in the Dominican Republic; equal to 100 centavos the basic unit of money in Cuba; equal to 100 centavos the basic unit of money in Colombia; equal to 100 centavos the basic unit of money in Chile; equal to 100 centesimos
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pleasant or pleasing or agreeable in nature or appearance socially or conventionally correct; refined or virtuous done with delicacy and skill excessively fastidious and easily disgusted exhibiting courtesy and politeness
the deliberate, systematic, or wanton infliction of physical or mental suffering by one or more persons in an attempt to force another person to yield information or to make a confession or for any other reason torment emotionally or mentally subject to torture extremely painful
a program that is broadcast again broadcast again, as of a film rerun a performance of a play, for example run again for office cause to perform again
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that which is deserved or owed a payment that is due (e.g., as the price of membership)
an item of information that is typical of a class or group a representative form or pattern something to be imitated punishment intended as a warning to others an occurrence of something a task performed or problem solved in order to develop skill or understanding
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a young person, not fully developed of or relating to or characteristic of or appropriate for children or young people displaying or suggesting a lack of maturity
feeling self-respect or pleasure in something by which you measure your self-worth; or being a reason for pride having or displaying great dignity or nobility
be shown or be found to be establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment provide evidence for prove formally; demonstrate by a mathematical, formal proof put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to increase in volume cause to puff up with a leaven take a trial impression of obtain probate of established beyond doubt
the area around the eastern Mediterranean; from Turkey to northern Africa and eastward to Iran; the site of such ancient civilizations as Phoenicia and Babylon and Egypt and the birthplace of Judaism and Christianity and Islam; had continuous economic and political turmoil in the 20th century
United States actor; son of Maurice Barrymore and Georgiana Barrymore (1882-1942) United States actress; daughter of Maurice Barrymore and Georgiana Barrymore (1879-1959) United States actor; son of Maurice Barrymore and Georgiana Barrymore (1878-1954) United States actress; daughter of John Drew and wife of Maurice Barrymore; mother of Ethel Barrymore and John Barrymore and Lionel Barrymore (1854-1893) United States actor; husband of Georgiana Emma Barrymore and father of Ethel Barrymore and John Barrymore and Lionel Barrymore (1847-1905)
something that is inferred (deduced or entailed or implied) a meaning that is not expressly stated but can be inferred an accusation that brings into intimate and usually incriminating connection a logical relation between propositions p and q of the form `if p then q'; if p is true then q cannot be false a relation implicated by virtue of involvement or close connection (especially an incriminating involvement)
disturb the composure of
a book prepared for use in schools or colleges according to or characteristic of a casebook or textbook; typical
give moral or emotional strength to cause to feel better
someone who is a member of the faculty at a college or university be shown or be found to be establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment provide evidence for prove formally; demonstrate by a mathematical, formal proof put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to increase in volume cause to puff up with a leaven take a trial impression of obtain probate of
have an existence, be extant support oneself
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force; every opportunity, an obligation; every possession, a duty"- John D.Rockefeller Jr the state of being obligated to do or pay something a personal relation in which one is indebted for a service or favor a written promise to repay a debt a legal agreement specifying a payment or action and the penalty for failure to comply
a convincing explanation that reveals basic causes a system that provides quantitative information about finances the occupation of maintaining and auditing records and preparing financial reports for a business a bookkeeper's chronological list of related debits and credits of a business; forms part of a ledger of accounts a statement of recent transactions and the resulting balance be the sole or primary factor in the existence, acquisition, supply, or disposal of something keep an account of to give an account or representation of in words furnish a justifying analysis or explanation
a form of address for a married woman a form of address for a man
someone who purchases and maintains an inventory of goods to be sold a firm engaged in trading a seller of illicit goods the major party to a financial transaction at a stock exchange; buys and sells for his own account the person who distributes the playing cards in a card game
a three-sided polygon something approximating the shape of a triangle a small northern constellation near Perseus between Andromeda and Aries any of various triangular drafting instruments used to draw straight lines at specified angles a percussion instrument consisting of a metal bar bent in the shape of an open triangle
serving to bring to mind (used with `of' or `with') noticeably odorous having a strong pleasant odor
a sacred place of pilgrimage belonging to or derived from or associated with a divine power
expected to follow in the indefinite future from causes already operating
the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure) a structure consisting of a room or set of rooms at a single position along a vertical scale a lower limit the ground on which people and animals move about the bottom surface of any lake or other body of water the lower inside surface of any hollow structure the occupants of a floor the parliamentary right to address an assembly the legislative hall where members debate and vote and conduct other business a large room in a exchange where the trading is done surprise greatly; knock someone's socks off knock down with force
a slowly moving mass of ice
a theatrical performer a person who acts and gets things done
an electrical device that can interrupt the flow of electrical current when it is overloaded any igniter that is used to initiate the burning of a propellant mix together different elements become plastic or fluid or liquefied from heat equip with a fuse; provide with a fuse make liquid or plastic by heating
the rising of a body of water and its overflowing onto normally dry land an overwhelming number or amount light that is a source of artificial illumination having a broad beam; used in photography a large flow the act of flooding; filling to overflowing the occurrence of incoming water (between a low tide and the following high tide) fill quickly beyond capacity; as with a liquid cover with liquid, usually water supply with an excess of become filled to overflowing
in a tight or constricted manner securely fixed or fastened
the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group an actor's portrayal of someone in a play what something is used for normal or customary activity of a person in a particular social setting
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having a strong desire for success or achievement requiring full use of your abilities or resources
the time in the evening at which the sun begins to fall below the horizon atmospheric phenomena accompanying the daily disappearance of the sun the daily event of the sun sinking below the horizon of a declining industry or technology providing for termination
lasting for a markedly brief time
the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form any property detected by the olfactory system the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people the faculty that enables us to distinguish scents the act of perceiving the odor of something inhale the odor of; perceive by the olfactory sense emit an odor smell bad have an element suggestive (of something) become aware of not through the senses but instinctively
rotary motion of an object around its own axis a list of names a long heavy sea wave as it advances towards the shore photographic film rolled up inside a container to protect it from light a round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals) a roll of currency notes (often taken as the resources of a person or business etc.) small rounded bread either plain or sweet a deep prolonged sound (as of thunder or large bells) the sound of a drum (especially a snare drum) beaten rapidly and continuously a document that can be rolled up (as for storage) anything rolled up in cylindrical form the act of throwing dice walking with a swaying gait a flight maneuver; aircraft rotates about its longitudinal axis without changing direction or losing altitude the act of rolling something (as the ball in bowling) move by turning over or rotating move along on or as if on wheels or a wheeled vehicle occur in soft rounded shapes flatten or spread with a roller emit, produce, or utter with a deep prolonged reverberating sound arrange or or coil around begin operating or running shape by rolling execute a roll, in tumbling sell something to or obtain something from by energetic and especially underhanded activity move in a wavy pattern or with a rising and falling motion move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment move, rock, or sway from side to side cause to move by turning over or in a circular manner of as if on an axis pronounce with a roll, of the phoneme /r/ boil vigorously take the shape of a roll or cylinder show certain properties when being rolled
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correct by punishment or discipline make less strong or intense; soften adapt (a wild plant or unclaimed land) to the environment overcome the wildness of; make docile and tractable make fit for cultivation, domestic life, and service to humans flat and uninspiring very restrained or quiet brought from wildness into a domesticated state very docile
someone who lives in the woods makes things out of wood
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a hypothetical description of a complex entity or process a type of product a person who poses for a photographer or painter or sculptor representation of something (sometimes on a smaller scale) something to be imitated someone worthy of imitation a representative form or pattern a woman who wears clothes to display fashions the act of representing something (usually on a smaller scale) plan or create according to a model or models form in clay, wax, etc assume a posture as for artistic purposes display (clothes) as a mannequin create a representation or model of construct a model of
of relatively small extent from one surface to the opposite or in cross section lacking excess flesh very narrow not dense relatively thin in consistency or low in density; not viscous (of sound) lacking resonance or volume lacking spirit or sincere effort lacking substance or significance; a fragile claim to fame"
the amount of something (as whiskey or oil) lost in storage or transportation a temporary suspension of operation (as of computers)
flashy, ostentatious jewelry
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move something or somebody around; usually over long distances move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body hold spellbound transport commercially send from one person or place to another
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the defensive football players who line up behind the linemen coil such that current is induced in it by passing a current through the primary coil being of second rank or importance or value; not direct or immediate inferior in rank or status depending on or incidental to what is original or primary not of major importance belonging to a lower class or rank
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sleeping for a short period of time (usually not in bed) sleep lightly or for a short period of time
a butcher's knife having a large square blade
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in an exuberant manner in an ebullient manner
a fight involving shooting small arms with the intent to kill or frighten
a playing card in the major suit that has one or more black figures on it a sturdy hand shovel that can be pushed into the earth with the foot (ethnic slur) extremely offensive name for a Black person dig (up) with a spade
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originally a British youth subculture that evolved out of the teddy boys in the 1960s; wore black leather jackets and jeans and boots; had greased hair and rode motorcycles and listened to rock'n'roll; were largely unskilled manual laborers an attendant who rocks a child in a cradle a performer or composer or fan of rock music a teenager or young adult in the 1960s who wore leather jackets and rode motorcycles a chair mounted on rockers a trough that can be rocked back and forth; used by gold miners to shake auriferous earth in water in order to separate the gold an ice skate with a curved blade a curved support that permits the supported object to rock to and fro
a brittle transparent solid with irregular atomic structure a container for holding liquids while drinking the quantity a glass will hold a small refracting telescope an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant a mirror; usually a ladies' dressing mirror glassware collectively furnish with glass scan (game in the forest) with binoculars enclose with glass put in a glass container become glassy or take on a glass-like appearance
a city in northern Italy
a rapid change in brightness; a brief spark or flash merriment expressed by a brightness or gleam or animation of countenance gleam or glow intermittently emit or reflect light in a flickering manner
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ask for and get free; be a parasite search about busily
an instance or single occasion for some event a period of time considered as a resource under your control and sufficient to accomplish something an indefinite period (usually marked by specific attributes or activities) a suitable moment the continuum of experience in which events pass from the future through the present to the past a person's experience on a particular occasion a reading of a point in time as given by a clock the fourth coordinate that is required (along with three spatial dimensions) to specify a physical event rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration the period of time a prisoner is imprisoned measure the time or duration of an event or action or the person who performs an action in a certain period of time assign a time for an activity or event set the speed, duration, or execution of regulate or set the time of adjust so that a force is applied and an action occurs at the desired time
the act of applying force in order to move something away the force used in pushing enterprising or ambitious drive an electrical switch operated by pressing an effort to advance move with force, "He pushed the table into a corner" press, drive, or impel (someone) to action or completion of an action make publicity for; try to sell (a product) strive and make an effort to reach a goal press against forcefully without moving approach a certain age or speed exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for sell or promote the sale of (illegal goods such as drugs) move strenuously and with effort make strenuous pushing movements during birth to expel the baby
state of violent mental agitation
manual stimulation of the genital organs (of yourself or another) for sexual pleasure
a heterogeneous collection of groups united in their opposition to Saddam Hussein's government of Iraq; formed in 1992 it is comprised of Sunni and Shiite Arabs and Kurds who hope to build a new government
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a fully developed person from maturity onward any mature animal (of animals) fully developed designed to arouse lust
the capacity to understand a broad range of topics the extent of something from side to side
having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude of or relating to technique or proficiency in a practical skill
covered with a dense coat of fine silky hairs
a series of things depending on each other as if linked together (chemistry) a series of linked atoms (generally in an organic molecule) a series of (usually metal) rings or links fitted into one another to make a flexible ligament (business) a number of similar establishments (stores or restaurants or banks or hotels or theaters) under one ownership anything that acts as a restraint a unit of length British biochemist (born in Germany) who isolated and purified penicillin, which had been discovered in 1928 by Sir Alexander Fleming (1906-1979) a series of hills or mountains a linked or connected series of objects a necklace made by a stringing objects together;  connect or arrange into a chain by linking fasten or secure with chains
support consisting of a branch or rod that serves as a resting place (especially for a bird) a linear measure of 16.5 feet a square rod of land an elevated place serving as a seat any of numerous fishes of America and Europe spiny-finned freshwater food and game fishes any of numerous spiny-finned fishes of various families of the order Perciformes sit, as on a branch to come to rest, settle cause to perch or sit
someone who reads manuscripts and judges their suitability for publication a writer who reports and analyzes events of the day
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large voracious aquatic reptile having a long snout with massive jaws and sharp teeth and a body covered with bony plates; of sluggish tropical waters
a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented the art of writing and producing plays a region in which active military operations are in progress
sports equipment that is worn on the feet to enable the wearer to glide along and to be propelled by the alternate actions of the legs large edible rays having a long snout and thick tail with pectoral fins continuous with the head; swim by undulating the edges of the pectoral fins move along on skates
a son of your brother or sister
be incompatible; be or come into conflict move or cause to move with a sudden jerky motion shock physically affect in a disagreeable way place in a cylindrical vessel making or causing a harsh and irritating sound
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a seat for one person, with a support for the back the position of professor the officer who presides at the meetings of an organization an instrument of execution by electrocution; resembles an ordinary seat for one person a particular seat in an orchestra act or preside as chair, as of an academic department in a university preside over
being three more than ninety
one thousandth (10^-3) of a second
a doctor who practices veterinary medicine a person who has served in the armed forces work as a veterinarian examine carefully provide (a person) with medical care provide veterinary care for
not even or uniform as e.g. in shape or texture (of a contest or contestants) not fairly matched as opponents not divisible by two variable and recurring at irregular intervals lacking consistency
being one more than four
United States educator who was president of the University of Chicago (1899-1977)
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the act of arousing become active force or drive out cause to be agitated, excited, or roused cause to become awake or conscious capable of arousing enthusiasm or excitement rousing to activity or heightened action as by spurring or goading
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(informal) small and of little importance of little substance or significance concerned with trivialities
being four more than ninety
a member of a Slavic people who settled in Serbia and neighboring areas in the 6th and 7th centuries of or relating to the people or language or culture of the region of Serbia
a prince or king in India type genus of the family Rajidae
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characteristic of an atavist
a serviceman who has seen considerable active service a person who has served in the armed forces an experienced person who has been through many battles; someone who has given long service
fraudulent; having a misleading appearance
good at remembering stubbornly unyielding sticking together
slender-bodied non-stinging insect having iridescent wings that are outspread at rest; adults and nymphs feed on mosquitoes etc.
military uniform worn by military personnel when doing menial labor temporary loss of strength and energy resulting from hard physical or mental work used of materials (especially metals) in a weakened state caused by long stress (always used with a modifier) boredom resulting from overexposure to something labor of a nonmilitary kind done by soldiers (cleaning or digging or draining or so on) lose interest or become bored with something or somebody exhaust or get tired through overuse or great strain or stress
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a dull stupid fatuous person an abrupt spasmodic movement (mechanics) the rate of change of acceleration meat (especially beef) cut in strips and dried in the sun raising a weight from shoulder height to above the head by straightening the arms a sudden abrupt pull pull, or move with a sudden movement move with abrupt, seemingly uncontrolled motions make an uncontrolled, short, jerky motion jump vertically, with legs stiff and back arched throw or toss with a quick motion
(Yiddish) a little; a piece (Yiddish) a contrived and often used bit of business that a performer uses to steal attention (Yiddish) a prank or piece of clowning (Yiddish) a devious trick; a bit of cheating
directions for making something
a mountain peak in northeast Greece near the Aegean coast; believed by ancient Greeks to be the dwelling place of the gods (9,570 feet high)
the person or thing chosen or selected the act of choosing or selecting one of a number of things from which only one can be chosen of superior grade appealing to refined taste
a fixed charge for a privilege or for professional services an interest in land capable of being inherited give a tip or gratuity to in return for a service, beyond the compensation agreed on
go on board set out on (an enterprise or subject of study) proceed somewhere despite the risk of possible dangers
depressingly dark filled with melancholy and despondency causing dejection
feeling great rapture or delight
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a woman's close-fitting foundation garment continuing or remaining in a place or state the state of inactivity following an interruption a judicial order forbidding some action until an event occurs or the order is lifted a thin strip of metal or bone that is used to stiffen a garment (e.g. a corset) (nautical) brace consisting of a heavy rope or wire cable used as a support for a mast or spar stay the same; remain in a certain state stay put (in a certain place); we are not moving to Cincinnati" dwell continue in a place, position, or situation remain behind stop or halt stay behind hang on during a trial of endurance stop a judicial process fasten with stays overcome or allay
the trait of showing courage and determination in spite of possible loss or injury the act of pulling and releasing a taut cord pull or pull out sharply sell something to or obtain something from by energetic and especially underhanded activity rip off; ask an unreasonable price pull lightly but sharply with a plucking motion strip of feathers look for and gather
a quantity of liquor equal to one fifth of a United States gallon position five in a countable series of things one part in five equal parts the musical interval between one note and another five notes away from it
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claim as due or just take as an undesirable consequence of some event or state of affairs marked by strict and particular and complete accordance with fact (of ideas, images, representations, expressions) characterized by perfect conformity to fact or truth; strictly correct
a unit of time equal to 60 seconds or 1/60th of an hour an indefinitely short time a particular point in time a unit of angular distance equal to a 60th of a degree a short note distance measured by the time taken to cover it infinitely or immeasurably small characterized by painstaking care and detailed examination
a technical system of symbols used to represent special things a comment or instruction (usually added) the activity of representing something by a special system of marks or characters
(used as an intensifier) extremely well
smiling with happiness or optimism
Jews collectively who practice a religion based on the Torah and the Talmud the monotheistic religion of the Jews having its spiritual and ethical principles embodied chiefly in the Torah and in the Talmud
a drop of the clear salty saline solution secreted by the lacrimal glands an opening made forcibly as by pulling apart an occasion for excessive eating or drinking the act of tearing separate or cause to separate abruptly to separate or be separated by force move quickly and violently strip of feathers fill with tears or shed tears
a slow pace of running radicals who support Trotsky's theory that socialism must be established throughout the world by continuing revolution a literal translation used in studying a foreign language (often used illicitly) a gait faster than a walk; diagonally opposite legs strike the ground together run at a moderately swift pace ride at a trot cause to trot
engraving or carving in low relief on a stone (as in a brooch or ring)
turn or place at an angle having an oblique or slanting direction or position
the period of time during which you are absent from work or duty permission to do something the act of departing politely go away from a place go and leave behind, either intentionally or by neglect or forgetfulness act or be so as to become in a specified state leave unchanged or undisturbed or refrain from taking move out of or depart from make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain have as a result or residue remove oneself from an association with or participation in put into the care or protection of someone leave or give by will after one's death have left or have as a remainder be survived by after one's death transmit (knowledge or skills) leave behind unintentionally
carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in follow in or as if in pursuit go in search of or hunt for carry further or advance
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devote (oneself) fully to consume all of one's attention or time capable of arousing and holding the attention
a cooperative unit (especially in sports) two or more draft animals that work together to pull something form a team
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a large number or amount weight to be borne or conveyed a quantity that can be processed or transported at one time goods carried by a large vehicle an amount of alcohol sufficient to intoxicate the power output of a generator or power plant an onerous or difficult concern a deposit of valuable ore occurring within definite boundaries separating it from surrounding rocks the front part of a guided missile or rocket or torpedo that carries the nuclear or explosive charge or the chemical or biological agents electrical device to which electrical power is delivered fill or place a load on provide (a device) with something necessary transfer from a storage device to a computer's memory put (something) on a structure or conveyance corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones
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(often followed by `of') not aware
keep from happening or arising; make impossible stop (someone or something) from doing something or being in a certain state
a kind of religious song originated by Blacks in the southern United States concerned with sacred matters or religion or the church concerned with or affecting the spirit or soul lacking material body or form or substance resembling or characteristic of a phantom
the action of accomplishing something an ability that has been acquired by training
an important intellectual someone who exercises the mind (usually in an effort to reach a decision)
creative activity (writing or pictures or films etc.) of no literary or artistic value other than to stimulate sexual desire
a collection of tools and other articles used by an artisan to make jewelry or clothing or shoes the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation the decision of a court on issues of fact or law something that is found come upon, as if by accident; meet with discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of come upon after searching; find the location of something that was missed or lost establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds perceive or be contemporaneous with get something or somebody for a specific purpose make a discovery, make a new finding make a discovery obtain through effort or management decide on and make a declaration about receive a specified treatment (abstract) perceive oneself to be in a certain condition or place get or find back; recover the use of succeed in reaching; arrive at accept and make use of one's personality, abilities, and situation
not worthy of notice signifying nothing of little importance or influence or power; of minor status devoid of importance, meaning, or force
a paste-up made by sticking together pieces of paper or photographs to form an artistic image any collection of diverse things
be a hindrance or obstacle to hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of put at a disadvantage
set up or found set up or lay the groundwork for establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment institute, enact, or establish bring about place build or establish something abstract use as a basis for; found on
a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened) a public display of a message any nonverbal action or gesture that encodes a message structure displaying a board on which advertisements can be posted (astrology) one of 12 equal areas into which the zodiac is divided (medicine) any objective evidence of the presence of a disorder or disease having an indicated pole (as the distinction between positive and negative electric charges) an event that is experienced as indicating important things to come a gesture that is part of a sign language a fundamental linguistic unit linking a signifier to that which is signified a character indicating a relation between quantities mark with one's signature; write one's name (on) approve and express assent, responsibility, or obligation be engaged by a written agreement engage by written agreement communicate silently and non-verbally by signals or signs place signs, as along a road communicate in sign language make the sign of the cross over someone in order to call on God for protection; consecrate used of the language of the deaf
an erotic person giving sexual pleasure; sexually arousing
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a person who requires medical care the semantic role of an entity that is not the agent but is directly involved in or affected by the happening denoted by the verb in the clause enduring trying circumstances with even temper or characterized by such endurance
make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc. be beautiful to look at furnish with power or authority; of kings or emperors
the feeling of despair in the face of obstacles fear resulting from the awareness of danger lower someone's spirits; make downhearted fill with apprehension or alarm; cause to be unpleasantly surprised
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a very small spot (nontechnical usage) a tiny piece of anything a slight but appreciable amount produce specks in or on
give an education to create by training and teaching teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment
a light informal meal eat a snack; eat lightly
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behave as expected during of holidays or rites have a celebration assign great social importance to widely known and esteemed having an illustrious past
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be fully aware or cognizant of perceive (an idea or situation) mentally make real or concrete; give reality or substance to earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages convert into cash; of goods and property expand or complete (a part in a piece of baroque music) by supplying the harmonies indicated in the figured bass
the process whereby heat changes something from a solid to a liquid reduce or cause to be reduced from a solid to a liquid state, usually by heating become or cause to become soft or liquid become more relaxed, easygoing, or genial lose its distinct outline or shape; blend gradually become less clearly visible or distinguishable; disappear gradually or seemingly become less intense and fade away gradually
serving to bring to mind
being one hundred more than two hundred
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in a slow and lazy manner in an idle manner
a person or animal that is markedly unusual or deformed someone who is so ardently devoted to something that it resembles an addiction lose one's nerve
someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime a circular segment of a curve a long staff with one end being hook shaped bend or cause to bend
the act of making something futile and useless (as by routine) make vague or obscure or make (an image) less visible cut a girdle around so as to kill by interrupting the circulation of water and nutrients make vapid or deprive of spirit lessen the momentum or velocity of become lifeless, less lively, intense, or active; lose life, force, or vigor make less lively, intense, or vigorous; impair in vigor, force, activity, or sensation convert (metallic mercury) into a grey powder consisting of minute globules, as by shaking with chalk or fatty oil so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness
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descend in free fall under the influence of gravity move downward and lower, but not necessarily all the way pass suddenly and passively into a state of body or mind come under, be classified or included fall from clouds suffer defeat, failure, or ruin die, as in battle or in a hunt touch or seem as if touching visually or audibly be captured occur at a specified time or place decrease in size, extent, or range yield to temptation or sin lose office or power to be given by assignment or distribution move in a specified direction be due lose one's chastity to be given by right or inheritance come into the possession of fall to somebody by assignment or lot be inherited by slope downward lose an upright position suddenly drop oneself to a lower or less erect position fall or flow in a certain way assume a disappointed or sad expression be cast down come out; issue be born, used chiefly of lambs begin vigorously go as if by falling come as if by falling decreasing in amount or degree becoming lower or less in degree or value coming down freely under the influence of gravity
fall or come down violently move with, or as if with, a crashing noise undergo damage or destruction on impact move violently as through a barrier break violently or noisily; smash;  occupy, usually uninvited make a sudden loud sound enter uninvited; informal cause to crash hurl or thrust violently undergo a sudden and severe downturn stop operating sleep in a convenient place informal intensifiers
strange and somewhat frightening conspicuously or grossly unconventional or unusual
a lamp for providing momentary light to take a photograph
without intention; in an unintentional manner
annoying and unpleasant causing a sensation as of things crawling on your skin
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use a crib, as in an exam take unauthorized (intellectual material) line with beams or planks
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strike violently to produce a sharp often metallic explosive or percussive sound close violently move noisily have sexual intercourse with leap, jerk, bang
a parent of your father or mother
a ceremony at which a dead person is buried or cremated
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slow and apathetic in a condition of biological rest or suspended animation
pull or pull out sharply sell something to or obtain something from by energetic and especially underhanded activity rip off; ask an unreasonable price pull lightly but sharply with a plucking motion strip of feathers look for and gather
the cognitive condition of someone who understands the statement (oral or written) of an exchange of promises an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion the capacity for rational thought or inference or discrimination know and comprehend the nature or meaning of perceive (an idea or situation) mentally make sense of a language believe to be the case be understanding of characterized by understanding based on comprehension and discernment and empathy
an artful or simulated semblance
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(computer science) the code that identifies where a piece of information is stored the place where a person or organization can be found or communicated with the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience the manner of speaking to another individual a sign in front of a house or business carrying the conventional form by which its location is described written directions for finding some location; written on letters or packages that are to be delivered to that location the stance assumed by a golfer in preparation for hitting a golf ball social skill speak to give a speech to put an address on (an envelope) direct a question at someone address or apply oneself to something, direct one's efforts towards something, such as a question greet, as with a prescribed form, title, or name access or locate by address act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression speak to someone adjust and aim (a golf ball) at in preparation of hitting
isolated from others lacking companions or companionship exclusive of anyone or anything else radically distinctive and without equal without any others being included or involved without anybody else or anything else
beyond doubt or reproach free of guilt; not subject to blame completely acceptable; not open to exception or reproach
with a forward motion in accompaniment or as a companion to a more advanced state in addition (usually followed by `with') in line with a length or direction (often followed by `by' or `beside')
fix firmly and stably secure a vessel with an anchor
the cheerful feeling you have when nothing is troubling you
(theology) the act of delivering from sin or saving from evil repayment of the principal amount of a debt or security at or before maturity (as when a corporation repurchases its own stock) the act of purchasing back something previously sold
of surpassing excellence having or marked by unusual and impressive intelligence characterized by grandeur having striking color full of light; shining intensely clear and sharp and ringing
consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning be a student; follow a course of study; be enrolled at an institute of learning give careful consideration to be a student of a certain subject learn by reading books; I must hit the books now" think intently and at length, as for spiritual purposes produced or marked by conscious design or premeditation
where in the world
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under normal conditions
(used colloquially) overly conceited or arrogant characterized by excessive precision and attention to trivial details
put in effect to gain with effort highly skilled successfully completed or brought to an end settled securely and unconditionally
not producing an intended effect lacking in power or forcefulness lacking the ability or skill to perform effectively; inadequate
one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year a time unit of approximately 30 days
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a detailed critical inspection applying the mind to learning and understanding a subject (especially by reading) a written document describing the findings of some individual or group a state of deep mental absorption a room used for reading and writing and studying a branch of knowledge preliminary drawing for later elaboration attentive consideration and meditation someone who memorizes quickly and easily (as the lines for a part in a play) a composition intended to develop one aspect of the performer's technique consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning be a student; follow a course of study; be enrolled at an institute of learning give careful consideration to be a student of a certain subject learn by reading books; I must hit the books now" think intently and at length, as for spiritual purposes
the process of flowing in
a (temporary) relief from harm or discomfort a pause from doing something (as work) an interruption in the intensity or amount of something a pause for relaxation the act of reprieving; postponing or remitting punishment postpone the punishment of a convicted criminal, such as an execution
the occurrence of a sudden discharge (as of liquid) gush forth in a sudden stream or jet move or act with a sudden increase in speed or energy
not expressive
a strong positive emotion of regard and affection any object of warm affection or devotion;  a beloved person; used as terms of endearment a deep feeling of sexual desire and attraction a score of zero in tennis or squash sexual activities (often including sexual intercourse) between two people have a great affection or liking for get pleasure from be enamored or in love with have sexual intercourse with
a nonmetallic heavy volatile corrosive dark brown liquid element belonging to the halogens; found in sea water a Marxist-Leninist terrorist organization that arose out of a student protest movement in the late 1960s; wants to separate Italy from NATO and advocates violence in the service of class warfare and revolution; mostly inactive since 1989
making real or giving the appearance of reality
a form of life assumed to exist outside the Earth or its atmosphere originating or located or occurring outside Earth or its atmosphere
something that causes feelings of wonder be amazed at express astonishment or surprise about something
a loud harsh or strident noise loud confusing disagreeable sounds
like better; value more highly select as an alternative over another promote over another give preference to one creditor over another
United States composer (1910-1981) a hairdresser who cuts hair and shaves beards as a trade perform the services of a barber: cut the hair and/or beard of
capable of or reflecting the capability for correct and valid reasoning based on known statements or events or conditions marked by an orderly, logical, and aesthetically consistent relation of parts capable of thinking and expressing yourself in a clear and consistent manner
cover with blood having or covered with or accompanied by blood informal intensifiers extremely
extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers too improbable to admit of belief being or having the character of a miracle
acting like a clown or buffoon
according to logical reasoning in a logical manner
something that is a counterfeit; not what it seems to be a person who makes deceitful pretenses (football) a deceptive move made by a football player make a copy of with the intent to deceive tamper, with the purpose of deception speak insincerely or without regard for facts or truths fraudulent; having a misleading appearance not genuine or real; being an imitation of the genuine article; it's real synthetic fur"
the part in the front or nearest the viewer the position of greatest importance or advancement; the leading position in any movement or field
flagstones collectively a walk of flagstones communicate or signal with a flag provide with a flag droop, sink, or settle from or as if from pressure or loss of tautness decorate with flags become less intense weak from exhaustion
joyful religious song celebrating the birth of Christ a joyful song (usually celebrating the birth of Christ) sing carols
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crowd or pack to capacity put something somewhere so that the space is completely filled study intensively, as before an exam prepare (students) hastily for an impending exam
coating consisting of a thin layer of superior wood glued to a base of inferior wood an ornamental coating to a building cover with veneer
a mine or quarry that is being or has been worked exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity be employed have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected perform as expected when applied shape, form, or improve a material give a workout to proceed along a path operate in a certain place, area, or specialty proceed towards a goal or along a path or through an activity move in an agitated manner cause to happen or to occur as a consequence cause to work prepare for crops behave in a certain way when handled have and exert influence or effect operate in or through cause to operate or function provoke or excite gratify and charm, usually in order to influence make something, usually for a specific function move into or onto make uniform use or manipulate to one's advantage find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of cause to undergo fermentation go sour or spoil arrive at a certain condition through repeated motion actively engaged in paid work adequate for practical use; especially sufficient in strength or numbers to accomplish something adopted as a temporary basis for further work (of e.g. a machine) performing or capable of performing serving to permit or facilitate further work or activity
the primary form of an adjective or adverb; denotes a quality without qualification, comparison, or relation to increase or diminution a film showing a photographic image whose tones correspond to those of the original subject characterized by or displaying affirmation or acceptance or certainty etc. persuaded of; very sure involving advantage or good indicating existence or presence of a suspected condition or pathogen formally laid down or imposed impossible to deny or disprove of or relating to positivism reckoned, situated or tending in the direction which naturally or arbitrarily is taken to indicate increase or progress or onward motion greater than zero having a positive charge marked by excessive confidence
feeling or showing anger (of the elements) as if showing violent anger severely inflamed and painful
keep at a distance go far ahead of
an expression that relates to anatomy of or relating to the structure of the body of or relating to the branch of morphology that studies the structure of organisms
a sizzling noise make a sound like frying fat seethe with deep anger or resentment burn or sear with a sizzling sound
like or characteristic of or befitting a sister
be fond of; be attached to characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for
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be against; express opposition to fight against or resist strongly contrast with equal weight or force set into opposition or rivalry act against or in opposition to be resistant to being in opposition or having an opponent
have a wish or desire to know something place in doubt or express doubtful speculation be amazed at showing curiosity
a sudden minor shock or meaningless interruption a radar echo displayed so as to show the position of a reflecting surface
a form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement a medium that disseminates moving pictures photographic material consisting of a base of celluloid covered with a photographic emulsion; used to make negatives or transparencies a thin coating or layer a thin sheet of (usually plastic and usually transparent) material used to wrap or cover things make a film or photograph of something record in film
three times as great or many having more than one decidedly dissimilar aspects or qualities; public preaching and private influence"- R.W.Emerson by a factor of three
the act of reviving a person and returning them to consciousness
books on strange or unusual subjects (especially erotica)
morally bad in principle or practice having committed unrighteous acts intensely or extremely bad or unpleasant in degree or quality naughtily or annoyingly playful highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust
cause to come to know personally bring something new to an environment introduce bring in a new person or object into a familiar environment bring in or establish in a new place or environment put or introduce into something bring before the public for the first time, as of an actor, song, etc. put before (a body) furnish with a preface or introduction be a precursor of
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travel along a zigzag path start by cranking rotate with a crank fasten with a crank bend into the shape of a crank
be able to spare or give up be the cause or source of have the financial means to do something or buy something afford access to
clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment appearing as such but not necessarily so
a ghostly double of a living person that haunts its living counterpart
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a vast treeless plain in the Arctic regions where the subsoil is permanently frozen
electric refrigerator (trade name Deepfreeze) in which food is frozen and stored for long periods of time
relating to or using sight visible; give me the ocular proof"- Shakespeare
state in which the conditions of life are extremely bad as from deprivation or oppression or terror a work of fiction describing an imaginary place where life is extremely bad because of deprivation or oppression or terror
uneducated in general; lacking knowledge or sophistication uneducated in the fundamentals of a given art or branch of learning; lacking knowledge of a specific field unaware because of a lack of relevant information or knowledge
the quality of doing what is right and avoiding what is wrong any admirable quality or attribute morality with respect to sexual relations a particular moral excellence
an abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off a depression scratched or carved into a surface informal terms for money a competitor who has withdrawn from competition a line indicating the location of the start of a race or a game dry mash for poultry a harsh noise made by scraping poor handwriting (golf) a handicap of zero strokes an indication of damage cause friction cut the surface of; wear away the surface of scrape or rub as if to relieve itching postpone indefinitely or annul something that was scheduled remove by erasing or crossing out or as if by drawing a line gather (money or other resources) together over time carve, cut, or etch into a material or surface
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weaken mentally or morally disturb the composure of lacking strength or vigor
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a traveler who actively rides an animal (as a horse or camel) a clause that is appended to a legislative bill a traveler who actively rides a vehicle (as a bicycle or motorcycle) a traveler riding in a vehicle (a boat or bus or car or plane or train etc) who is not operating it
as the agent of or on someone's part (usually expressed as "on behalf of" rather than "in behalf of");  for someone's benefit (usually expressed as `in behalf' rather than `on behalf' and usually with a possessive)
connect closely and often incriminatingly engage as a participant have as a necessary feature require as useful, just, or proper contain as a part occupy or engage the interest of make complex or intricate or complicated
a fabric made from the hair of sheep fiber sheared from animals (such as sheep) and twisted into yarn for weaving outer coat of especially sheep and yaks
be worthy or deserving properly deserved
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English chemist who was a pioneer in electrochemistry and who used it to isolate elements sodium and potassium and barium and boron and calcium and magnesium and chlorine (1778-1829)
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a room or building equipped with one or more toilets a small outbuilding with a bench having holes through which a user can defecate hidden from general view or use (followed by `to') informed about something secret or not generally known
a supporter who accepts something as true a person who has religious faith
any cognitive content held as true a vague idea in which some confidence is placed accept as true; take to be true judge or regard; look upon; judge be confident about something follow a credo; have a faith; be a believer credit with veracity
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prolific Spanish playwright (1562-1635) the brightest star in the constellation Lyra
beliefs of a person or social group in which they have an emotional investment (either for or against something) a numerical quantity measured or assigned or computed the quality (positive or negative) that renders something desirable or valuable the amount (of money or goods or services) that is considered to be a fair equivalent for something else relative darkness or lightness of a color (music) the relative duration of a musical note an ideal accepted by some individual or group fix or determine the value of; assign a value to hold dear regard highly; think much of evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of estimate the value of
unskillfulness resulting from a lack of training a rate demonstrating an absence of haste or hurry lack of normal development of intellectual capacities
high level of respect gained by impressive development or achievement (of a standing person) the distance from head to foot
accept as true; take to be true judge or regard; look upon; judge be confident about something follow a credo; have a faith; be a believer credit with veracity
a poor ability to understand or to profit from experience a stupid mistake
cause to become detached or separated; take off separate (a small unit) from a larger, especially for a special assignment come to be detached showing lack of emotional involvement being or feeling set or kept apart from others no longer connected or joined used of buildings; standing apart from others lacking affection or warm feeling not fixed in position
a native or inhabitant of Zealand
the act of shooting a gun
a developmental process develop or come to a promising stage open to the view extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length spread out or open from a closed or folded state
feel admiration for look at with admiration regarded with admiration
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inspiring awe or admiration or wonder
impractical romantic ideals and attitudes a movement in literature and art during the late 18th and early 19th centuries that celebrated nature rather than civilization an exciting and mysterious quality (as of a heroic time or adventure)
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liquid food especially of meat or fish or vegetable stock often containing pieces of solid food any composition having a consistency suggestive of soup an unfortunate situation dope (a racehorse)
porridge made of rolled oats meal made from rolled or ground oats
the dressed skin of an animal (especially a large animal) body covering of a living animal prevent from being seen or discovered be or go into hiding; keep out of sight, as for protection and safety cover as if with a shroud make undecipherable or imperceptible by obscuring or concealing
make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen consent to, give permission let have give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain allow or plan for a certain possibility; concede the truth or validity of something afford possibility allow the other (baseball) team to score grant as a discount or in exchange allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting
a shop where men can get their hair cut
an agent in the buying and selling of stocks and bonds
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spend time at a lower socio-economic level than one's own, motivated by curiosity or desire for adventure; usage considered condescending and insensitive
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a temporally organized plan for matters to be attended to a list of matters to be taken up (as at a meeting)
the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox spend the winter
containing or resulting from disease-causing organisms of or relating to or caused by putrefaction
be worthy or deserving
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the organic process of synthesizing and releasing some substance a functionally specialized substance (especially one that is not a waste) released from a gland or cell
cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress change the arrangement or position of subject to prolonged examination, discussion, or deliberation be a mystery or bewildering to
a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow) poke or thrust abruptly search or inquire in a meddlesome way stir by poking hit hard with the hand, fist, or some heavy instrument make a hole by poking
to no avail
twelve dozen the entire amount of income before any deductions are made earn before taxes, expenses, etc.
a small thin sharp bit or wood or glass or metal a thin fragment or slice (especially of wood) that has been shaved from something divide into slivers or splinters break up into splinters or slivers form into slivers
a person who is immune to a particular infection relating to the condition of immunity secure against relating to or conferring immunity (to disease or infection) (usually followed by `to') not affected by a given influence
the opposition or dissimilarity of things that are compared the act of distinguishing by comparing differences a conceptual separation or distinction the perceptual effect of the juxtaposition of very different colors the range of optical density and tone on a photographic negative or print (or the extent to which adjacent areas on a television screen differ in brightness) put in opposition to show or emphasize differences to show differences when compared; be different
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five-toed pachyderm the symbol of the Republican Party; introduced in cartoons by Thomas Nast in 1874
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having or revealing supreme mastery or skill
a serious disagreement between two groups of people (typically producing tension or hostility) a ridge of land that separates two adjacent river systems separate into parts or portions perform a division act as a barrier between; stand between come apart make a division or separation force, take, or pull apart
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in an indulgent manner
the act of catching an object with the hands a spell of cold weather tender green beans without strings that easily snap into sections a crisp round cookie flavored with ginger the noise produced by the rapid movement of a finger from the tip to the base of the thumb on the same hand a sudden sharp noise a sudden breaking the tendency of a body to return to its original shape after it has been stretched or compressed an informal photograph; usually made with a small hand-held camera a fastener used on clothing; fastens with a snapping sound any undertaking that is easy to do the act of snapping the fingers; movement of a finger from the tip to the base of the thumb on the same hand (American football) putting the ball in play by passing it (between the legs) to a back utter in an angry, sharp, or abrupt tone separate or cause to separate abruptly break suddenly and abruptly, as under tension move or strike with a noise close with a snapping motion make a sharp sound move with a snapping sound to grasp hastily or eagerly put in play with a snap cause to make a snapping sound lose control of one's emotions bring the jaws together record on photographic film
the representation of what is perceived; basic component in the formation of a concept a way of conceiving something the process of perceiving knowledge gained by perceiving becoming aware of something via the senses
garments or white goods that can be cleaned by laundering workplace where clothes are washed and ironed
the position of a prominent or well-known object in a particular landscape an event marking a unique or important historical change of course or one on which important developments depend a mark showing the boundary of a piece of land an anatomical structure used as a point of origin in locating other anatomical structures (as in surgery) or as point from which measurements can be taken
something hard to endure the quality of being valid and rigorous excessive sternness
(Roman Catholic Church) an official in charge of an ecclesiastical province acting under the superior general of a religious order a country person of or associated with a province characteristic of the provinces or their people
make a strident sound hit hard use explosives on apply a draft or strong wind to to create by using explosives make with or as if with an explosion fire a shot criticize harshly or violently shatter as if by explosion shrivel or wither or mature imperfectly causing injury or blight; especially affecting with sudden violence or plague or ruin unpleasantly loud and penetrating
a point located with respect to surface features of some region a short section or illustration (as between radio or tv programs or in a magazine) that is often used for advertising an outstanding characteristic a blemish made by dirt a small contrasting part of something a section of an entertainment that is assigned to a specific performer or performance a business establishment for entertainment a job in an organization a slight attack of illness a small piece or quantity of something a mark on a die or on a playing card (shape depending on the suit) a lamp that produces a strong beam of light to illuminate a restricted area; used to focus attention of a stage performer a playing card with a specified number of pips on it to indicate its value an act that brings discredit to the person who does it catch sight of detect with the senses mar or impair with a flaw make a spot or mark onto become spotted mark with a spot or spots so as to allow easy recognition
characterized by or producing sound of great volume or intensity tastelessly showy used chiefly as a direction or description in music
a gradual decline (in size or strength or power or number) the outward flow of the tide flow back or recede hem in fish with stakes and nets so as to prevent them from going back into the sea with the ebb fall away or decline
in a convincing manner
a show involving artistic dancing the representation of dancing by symbols as music is represented by notes a notation used by choreographers
provide with a combustible substance that provides energy provide with fuel take in fuel, as of a ship stimulate heated, driven, or produced by burning fuel
inquire into travel to or penetrate into examine minutely examine (organs) for diagnostic purposes
the specified day of the month a participant in a date a meeting arranged in advance a particular but unspecified point in time the present the particular day, month, or year (usually according to the Gregorian calendar) that an event occurred a particular day specified as the time something happens sweet edible fruit of the date palm with a single long woody seed go on a date with stamp with a date assign a date to; determine the (probable) date of date regularly; have a steady relationship with provide with a dateline; mark with a date
of so extreme a degree or extent to so extreme a degree
the act of sucking draw into the mouth by creating a practical vacuum in the mouth draw something in by or as if by a vacuum attract by using an inexorable force, inducement, etc. be inadequate or objectionable provide sexual gratification through oral stimulation take in, also metaphorically give suck to
make visible make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret disclose directly or through prophets
a set of rules or principles or laws (especially written ones) a coding system used for transmitting messages requiring brevity or secrecy (computer science) the symbolic arrangement of data or instructions in a computer program or the set of such instructions attach a code to convert ordinary language into code fool or hoax harass with persistent criticism or carping
not using intelligence
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ludicrous, foolish
the relative prominence of a syllable or musical note (especially with regard to stress or pitch) (psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense special emphasis attached to something difficulty that causes worry or emotional tension (physics) force that produces strain on a physical body to stress, single out as important put stress on; utter with an accent test the limits of
the sport of riding a surfboard toward the shore on the crest of a wave ride the waves of the sea with a surfboard look around casually and randomly, without seeking anything in particular switch channels, on television
someone regarded as certain to succeed a notation cancelling a previous sharp or flat (craps) a first roll of 7 or 11 that immediately wins the stake in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature existing in or produced by nature; not artificial or imitation existing in or in conformity with nature or the observable world; neither supernatural nor magical functioning or occurring in a normal way; lacking abnormalities or deficiencies (of a musical note) being neither raised nor lowered by one chromatic semitone unthinking; prompted by (or as if by) instinct (used especially of commodities) being unprocessed or manufactured using only simple or minimal processes related by blood; not adopted being talented through inherited qualities free from artificiality
intentionally conceived knowing and perceiving; having awareness of surroundings and sensations and thoughts (followed by `of') showing realization or recognition of something
of or relating to or being biography
an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth the quality of coming near to identity (especially close in quantity) an imprecise or incomplete account the act of bringing near or bringing together especially the cut edges of tissue
of the relatively near future
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mold consisting of a box with sand shaped to mold metal a plaything consisting of a pile of sand or a box filled with sand for children to play in
the syllable naming the fifth (dominant) note of any musical scale in solmization to a very great extent or degree in a manner that facilitates in such a condition or manner, especially as expressed or implied to a certain unspecified extent or degree in the same way; also in the way indicated; (`thusly' is a nonstandard variant) (usually followed by `that') to an extent or degree as expressed subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors) (used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result in truth (often tends to intensify)
(folklore) fairies that are somewhat mischievous
a concise explanation of the meaning of a word or phrase or symbol clarity of outline
Nazi militia created by Hitler in 1921 that helped him to power but was eclipsed by the SS after 1943
undesirable state of the natural environment being contaminated with harmful substances as a consequence of human activities the state of being polluted the act of contaminating or polluting; including (either intentionally or accidentally) unwanted substances or factors
cause to move by pulling direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes move into a certain direction apply force so as to cause motion towards the source of the motion perform an act, usually with a negative connotation bring, take, or pull out of a container or from under a cover steer into a certain direction strain abnormally cause to move in a certain direction by exerting a force upon, either physically or in an abstract sense operate when rowing a boat rein in to keep from winning a race tear or be torn violently hit in the direction that the player is facing when carrying through the swing strip of feathers remove, usually with some force or effort; also used in an abstract sense take sides with; align oneself with; show strong sympathy for take away
the act of going from one place to another a movement through space that changes the location of something self-propelled movement change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically undertake a journey or trip make a trip for pleasure travel upon or across undergo transportation as in a vehicle travel from place to place, as for the purpose of finding work, preaching, or acting as a judge
a toxic nonmetallic element related to sulfur and tellurium; occurs in several allotropic forms; a stable grey metallike allotrope conducts electricity better in the light than in the dark and is used in photocells; occurs in sulfide ores (as pyrite) the compass point midway between south and east; at 135 degrees
given to or marked by the consumption of alcohol
not injurious to physical or mental health not causing disapproval lacking intent or capacity to injure
a low woody perennial plant usually having several major stems a large wilderness area dense vegetation consisting of stunted trees or bushes 43rd President of the United States; son of George Herbert Walker Bush (born in 1946) United States electrical engineer who designed an early analogue computer and who led the scientific program of the United States during World War II (1890-1974) vice president under Reagan and 41st President of the United States (born in 1924) hair growing in the pubic area provide with a bushing not of the highest quality or sophistication
to a recognizable degree
worthy of notice worthy of notice
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affirm once again
not adequate to give satisfaction not acceptable; not welcome used of persons or their behavior not conforming to standard usage; `You can access your cash at any of 300 automatic tellers'"
a late time of life a prolonged period of time the time during which someone's life continues a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun a body of students who graduate together
someone who is a member of the faculty at a college or university
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings a connected series of events or actions or developments general line of orientation a mode of action a line or route along which something travels or moves a body of students who are taught together part of a meal served at one time (construction) a layer of masonry facility consisting of a circumscribed area of land or water laid out for a sport move swiftly through or over move along, of liquids hunt with hounds as might be expected
a happening that is distinctive in a series of related events a brief section of a literary or dramatic work that forms part of a connected series a part of a broadcast serial film consisting of a succession of related shots that develop a given subject in a movie
a powerful circular current of water (usually the result of conflicting tides)
having knowledge of shrewdness demonstrated by knowledge
a person suffering from indigestion suffering from dyspepsia irritable as if suffering from indigestion
in a sullen manner
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viscera and trimmings of a butchered animal often considered inedible by humans
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a calm, lengthy, intent consideration kind and considerate regard for others the trait of thinking carefully before acting a considerate and thoughtful act
color lightly
(often followed by `for') ardently or excessively desirous marked by active interest and enthusiasm
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an involuntary intake of breath through a wide open mouth; usually triggered by fatigue or boredom utter a yawn, as from lack of oxygen or when one is tired be wide open gaping open as if threatening to engulf someone or something with the mouth wide open indicating boredom or sleepiness showing lack of attention or boredom
the comfort you feel when consoled in times of disappointment comfort in disappointment or misery the act of consoling; giving relief in affliction give moral or emotional strength to
a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention an imperfection in an object or machine the quality of being inadequate or falling short of perfection (geology) a crack in the earth's crust resulting from the displacement of one side with respect to the other (electronics) equipment failure attributable to some defect in a circuit (loose connection or insulation failure or short circuit etc.) responsibility for a bad situation or event (sports) a serve that is illegal (e.g., that lands outside the prescribed area) put or pin the blame on
lacking brilliance or vitality lacking luster or shine
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separate or cause to separate abruptly to separate or be separated by force move quickly and violently strip of feathers fill with tears or shed tears having edges that are jagged from injury disrupted by the pull of contrary forces
a ring-shaped surface generated by rotating a circle around an axis that does not intersect the circle commonly the lowest molding at the base of a column
used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning characterized by violent and forceful activity or movement; very intense extended meanings; especially of psychological heat; marked by intensity or vehemence especially of passion or enthusiasm (color) bold and intense sexually excited or exciting recently stolen or smuggled very fast; capable of quick response and great speed wanted by the police producing a burning sensation on the taste nerves performed or performing with unusually great skill and daring and energy very popular or successful very unpleasant or even dangerous newest or most recent having or bringing unusually good luck very good; often used in the negative newly made having or showing great eagerness or enthusiasm of a seeker; very near to the object sought having or dealing with dangerously high levels of radioactivity charged or energized with electricity marked by excited activity
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in a disturbing or embarrassing manner
the force by which one object attracts another an entertainment that is offered to the public the quality of arousing interest; being attractive or something that attracts a characteristic that provides pleasure and attracts an entertainer who attracts large audiences
the human act of creating an artifact that has been brought into existence by someone the event that occurred at the beginning of something the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new (theology) God's act of bringing the universe into existence everything that exists anywhere
an impression that something might be the case doubt about someone's honesty the state of being suspected being of a suspicious nature
a person who is markedly small a legendary creature resembling a tiny old man; lives in the depths of the earth and guards buried treasure a plant or animal that is atypically small make appear small by comparison check the growth of
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a heavy dull sound (as made by impact of heavy objects) a heavy blow with the hand move rhythmically make a dull sound hit hard with the hand, fist, or some heavy instrument
write an orchestra score for plan and direct (a complex undertaking)
larger than normal for its kind
move deeply to cause inconvenience or discomfort to disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed take the trouble to do something; concern oneself cause bodily suffering to and make sick or indisposed characterized by or indicative of distress or affliction or danger or need characterized by unrest or disorder or insubordination
a period of 10 years the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system
in a disturbing manner
a person whose behavior deviates from what is acceptable especially in sexual behavior markedly different from an accepted norm
without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening without any delay
the reduction of expenditures in order to become financially stable dismiss from work make in a smaller size reduce in size or number
act of transferring property title from one person to another make known; pass on, of information serve as a means for expressing something transfer to another transmit a title or property transmit or serve as the medium for transmission take something or somebody with oneself somewhere go or come after and bring or take back
the act of hopping; jumping upward or forward (especially on one foot) twining perennials having cordate leaves and flowers arranged in conelike spikes; the dried flowers of this plant are used in brewing to add the characteristic bitter taste to beer an informal dance where popular music is played jump lightly move quickly from one place to another travel by means of an aircraft, bus, etc. traverse as if by a short airplane trip jump across make a jump forward or upward
make visible make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret disclose directly or through prophets
lighter consisting of a thin piece of wood or cardboard tipped with combustible chemical; ignites with friction a formal contest in which two or more persons or teams compete a burning piece of wood or cardboard an exact duplicate the score needed to win a match a person regarded as a good matrimonial prospect a person who is of equal standing with another in a group a pair of people who live together something that resembles or harmonizes with be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics provide funds complementary to bring two objects, ideas, or people together be equal to in quality or ability make correspond or harmonize satisfy or fulfill give or join in marriage set into opposition or rivalry be equal or harmonize make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching
showing mental alertness and calculation and resourcefulness elegant and stylish characterized by quickness and ease in learning improperly forward or bold painfully severe quick and brisk capable of independent and apparently intelligent action
an inability to sleep; chronic sleeplessness
a politically organized body of people under a single government the people who live in a nation or country United States prohibitionist who raided saloons and destroyed bottles of liquor with a hatchet (1846-1911) a federation of tribes (especially Native American tribes)
anything (such as a document or a phonograph record or a photograph) providing permanent evidence of or information about past events sound recording consisting of a disk with a continuous groove; used to reproduce music by rotating while a phonograph needle tracks in the groove the number of wins versus losses and ties a team has had the sum of recognized accomplishments a compilation of the known facts regarding something or someone an extreme attainment; the best (or worst) performance ever attested (as in a sport) a document that can serve as legal evidence of a transaction a list of crimes for which an accused person has been previously convicted make a record of; set down in permanent form register electronically indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments be aware of be or provide a memorial to a person or an event
make a concoction (of) by mixing prepare or cook by mixing ingredients invent devise or invent
force somebody to do something necessitate or exact
worthy of a good workman
reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress succeed in a big way; get to the top
United States filmmaker (born in 1942)
the time of day immediately following sunset the diffused light from the sky when the sun is below the horizon but its rays are refracted by the atmosphere of the earth a condition of decline following successes lighted by or as if by twilight
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keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean" keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction supply with necessities and support state categorically have and exercise maintain for use and service maintain by writing regular records state or assert support against an opponent stick to correctly or closely
be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics provide funds complementary to bring two objects, ideas, or people together be equal to in quality or ability make correspond or harmonize satisfy or fulfill give or join in marriage set into opposition or rivalry be equal or harmonize make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching provided with a worthy adversary or competitor going well together; possessing harmonizing qualities
(theology) any doctrine that asserts the separate existence of God the belief that the spirits of dead people can communicate with people who are still alive (especially via a medium) concern with things of the spirit
utter in a loud voice; talk in a loud voice (usually denoting characteristic manner of speaking) utter a sudden loud cry utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy use foul or abusive language towards in a vehement outcry
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load anew charge anew
a member of the Fabian Society in Britain of or relating to Fabianism using cautious slow strategy to wear down opposition; avoiding direct confrontation
confer dignity or honor upon raise the status of having or expressing dignity; especially formality or stateliness in bearing or appearance having or showing self-esteem
a game in which balls are rolled at an object or group of objects with the aim of knocking them over or moving them (cricket) the act of delivering a cricket ball to the batsman the playing of a game of tenpins or duckpins etc roll (a ball) hurl a cricket ball from one end of the pitch towards the batsman at the other end engage in the sport of bowling
a blood vessel that carries blood from the capillaries toward the heart a distinctive style or manner any of the vascular bundles or ribs that form the branching framework of conducting and supporting tissues in a leaf or other plant organ a layer of ore between layers of rock one of the horny ribs that stiffen and support the wing of an insect make a veinlike pattern
an unstable order unreliability attributable to being unstable a lack of balance or state of disequilibrium the quality or attribute of being unstable and irresolute
one of four equal parts a district of a city having some distinguishing character (football, professional basketball) one of four divisions into which some games are divided a unit of time equal to 15 minutes or a quarter of an hour one of four periods into which the school year is divided a fourth part of a year; three months one of the four major division of the compass a quarter of a hundredweight (25 pounds) a quarter of a hundredweight (28 pounds) a United States or Canadian coin worth one fourth of a dollar an unspecified person the rear part of a ship piece of leather that comprises the part of a shoe or boot covering the heel and joining the vamp clemency or mercy shown to a defeated opponent provide housing for (military personnel) pull (a person) apart with four horses tied to his extremities, so as to execute him divide into quarters divide by four; divide into quarters
an employee who performs manual or industrial labor
come into being; become reality
a unit of force equal to the force exerted by gravity; used to indicate the force to which a body is subjected when it is accelerated turn to the right side give a command to a horse to turn to the right side
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(geometry) a plane rectangle with four equal sides and four right angles; a four-sided regular polygon the product of two equal terms an open area at the meeting of two or more streets something approximating the shape of a square someone who doesn't understand what is going on a formal and conservative person with old-fashioned views any artifact having a shape similar to a plane geometric figure with four equal sides and four right angles a hand tool consisting of two straight arms at right angles; used to construct or test right angles make square raise to the second power cause to match, as of ideas or acts position so as to be square be compatible with pay someone and settle a debt turn the paddle; in canoeing turn the oar, while rowing having four equal sides and four right angles or forming a right angle characterized by honesty and fairness providing abundant nourishment leaving no balance without evasion or compromise rigidly conventional or old-fashioned in a straight direct way in a square shape firmly and solidly
get or find back; recover the use of go for and bring back run after, pick up, and bring to the master recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection
come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up burst outward, usually with noise move suddenly, energetically, or violently be in a state of movement or action emerge suddenly cause to burst break open or apart suddenly and forcefully
any bird having a musical call
forceful prevention; putting down by power or authority come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition come out better in a competition, race, or conflict break into small pieces humiliate or depress completely crush or bruise make ineffective become injured, broken, or distorted by pressure physically or spiritually devastating; often used in combination
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coming next after the seventeenth in position
a productive insight making an important discovery a penetration of a barrier such as an enemy's defense
the ability to recall past occurrences a recognition of meritorious service
run faster than
the act of leaving secretly or without explanation get lost, as without warning or explanation become invisible or unnoticeable cease to exist become less intense and fade away gradually
a movement into or inward the act of entering to come or go into become a participant; be involved in register formally as a participant or member be or play a part of or in make a record of; set down in permanent form come on stage take on duties or office put or introduce into something set out on (an enterprise or subject of study)
with respect to sexuality by sexual means
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence lay aside, abandon, or leave for another change clothes; put on different clothes exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category give to, and receive from, one another change from one vehicle or transportation line to another become deeper in tone remove or replace the coverings of made or become different in nature or form made or become different in some respect changed in constitution or structure or composition by metamorphism
having or causing a whirling sensation; liable to falling lacking seriousness; given to frivolity
the outcome of a complex sequence of events the final resolution of the main complication of a literary or dramatic work
a heavy, closely woven fabric (used for clothing or chairs or sails or tents) an oil painting on canvas fabric the setting for a narrative or fictional or dramatic account a tent made of canvas fabric a large piece of fabric (usually canvas fabric) by means of which wind is used to propel a sailing vessel the mat that forms the floor of the ring in which boxers or professional wrestlers compete solicit votes from potential voters in an electoral campaign get the opinions (of people) by asking specific questions cover with canvas consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning
a major road for any form of motor transport
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a commonly repeated word or phrase (Sanskrit) literally a `sacred utterance' in Vedism; one of a collection of orally transmitted poetic hymns
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someone who has entered a religious order but has not taken final vows someone new to a field or activity
only partly in existence; imperfectly formed
in a serious manner to a severe or serious degree
walk leisurely
any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc. an emotional wound or shock often having long-lasting effects
someone who demands exact conformity to rules and forms
having or covered with hair hazardous and frightening
make a proposal, declare a plan for something drop a hint; intimate by a hint imply as a possibility suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine call to mind
a group of symbols that make a mathematical statement directions for making something a conventionalized statement expressing some fundamental principle a representation of a substance using symbols for its constituent elements something regarded as a normative example a liquid food for infants (mathematics) a standard procedure for solving a class of mathematical problems
a state of complete lack of some abstract property inability to discharge all your debts as they come due a legal process intended to insure equality among the creditors of a corporation declared to be insolvent
saints collectively the status and dignity of a saint
with chemicals with respect to chemistry
extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle form the boundary of; be contiguous to enclose in or as if in a frame provide with a border or edge lie adjacent to another or share a boundary
a rapid active commotion a light brief snowfall and gust of wind (or something resembling that) move in an agitated or confused manner cause to feel embarrassment
deliver by singing produce tones with the voice to make melodious sounds make a whining, ringing, or whistling sound divulge confidential information or secrets
uncreativeness due to a lack of originality the quality of being unoriginal
the action of an armed force that surrounds a fortified place and isolates it while continuing to attack
the number that is represented as a one followed by 6 zeros a very large indefinite number (usually hyperbole) (in Roman numerals, M written with a macron over it) denoting a quantity consisting of 1,000,000 items or units
a future prospect or potential capability of existing or happening or being true a tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena a possible alternative
to a degree (not used with a negative) to the greatest extent; completely of an unusually noticeable or exceptional or remarkable kind (not used with a negative) actually or truly or to an extreme
sell one's body; exchange sex for money
break into parts or components or lose cohesion or unity cause to undergo fission or lose particles lose a stored charge, magnetic flux, or current
a signal that encodes something (e.g., picture or sound) that has been recorded the act of making a record (especially an audio record) a storage device on which information (sounds or images) have been recorded make a record of; set down in permanent form register electronically indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments be aware of be or provide a memorial to a person or an event
make more complicated make more complex, intricate, or richer difficult to analyze or understand
affected with madness or insanity foolish; totally unsound possessed by inordinate excitement bizarre or fantastic intensely enthusiastic about or preoccupied with
making an additional point; anyway; besides, we can't afford it" in addition
serving as a visible symbol for something abstract being or serving as an illustration of a type; 
causing or characterized by jolts and irregular movements covered with or full of bumps
being or having an unknown or unnamed source
something left after other parts have been taken away the part of the dividend that is left over when the dividend is not evenly divisible by the divisor the number that remains after subtraction; the number that when added to the subtrahend gives the minuend a piece of cloth that is left over after the rest has been used or sold sell cheaply as remainders
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and seven being ten more than sixty
freely in a nonliteral manner in a generous manner
someone who procures customers for whores (in England they call a pimp a ponce) arrange for sexual partners for others
affected manners intended to impress others a posture assumed by models for photographic or artistic purposes a deliberate pretense or exaggerated display introduce assume a posture as for artistic purposes pretend to be someone you are not; sometimes with fraudulent intentions behave affectedly or unnaturally in order to impress others put into a certain place or abstract location be a mystery or bewildering to
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a check issued in payment of wages or salary
make unrecognizable having its true character concealed with the intent of misleading
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in a lascivious manner
an aggressive and violent young criminal substance that smolders when ignited; used to light fuses (especially fireworks) material for starting a fire a teenager or young adult who is a performer (or enthusiast) of punk rock and a member of the punk youth subculture rock music with deliberately offensive lyrics expressing anger and social alienation; in part a reaction against progressive rock of very poor quality; flimsy
marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself not large but sufficient in size or amount free from pomp or affectation not offensive to sexual mores in conduct or appearance low or inferior in station or quality humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness limited in size or scope
someone who leads a wandering unsettled life a computer program that prowls the internet looking for publicly accessible resources that can be added to a database; the database can then be searched with a search engine
the act of spending or disbursing money money paid out; an amount spent pass time in a specific way pay out spend completely
a feeling of extreme pleasure or satisfaction something or someone that provides a source of happiness give pleasure to or be pleasing to take delight in hold spellbound
a humorous play on words make a play on words
an evasion of the point of an argument by raising irrelevant distinctions or objections evade the truth of a point or question by raising irrelevant objections argue over petty things
causing irritation or annoyance
an established line of travel or access an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation send documents or materials to appropriate destinations send via a specific route divert in a specified direction cause to flee dig with the snout make a groove in defeat disastrously
a sequence of related events arranged in chronological order and displayed along a line (usually drawn left to right or top to bottom)
humorist who wrote about the imaginary life of cockroaches (1878-1937) nobleman (in various countries) ranking above a count
be all mixed up or jumbled together assemble without order or sense bring into random order in utter disorder
any strong feeling
a unit of inductance in which an induced electromotive force of one volt is produced when the current is varied at the rate of one ampere per second English chemist who studied the quantities of gas absorbed by water at different temperatures and under different pressures (1775-1836) a leader of the American Revolution and a famous orator who spoke out against British rule of the American colonies (1736-1799) United States physicist who studied electromagnetic phenomena (1791-1878)
an act of economizing; reduction in cost recovery or preservation from loss or danger the activity of protecting something from loss or danger save from ruin, destruction, or harm to keep up and reserve for personal or special use bring into safety spend less; buy at a reduced price accumulate money for future use make unnecessary an expenditure or effort save from sins refrain from harming spend sparingly, avoid the waste of retain rights to record data on a computer bringing about salvation or redemption from sin characterized by thriftiness
(mathematics) an attribute of a shape or relation; exact reflection of form on opposite sides of a dividing line or plane balance among the parts of something (physics) the property of being isotropic; having the same value when measured in different directions
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express in speech exchange thoughts; talk with use language give a speech to make a characteristic or natural sound uttered through the medium of speech or characterized by speech; sometimes used in combination
(grammar) an expression including a subject and predicate but not constituting a complete sentence a separate section of a legal document (as a statute or contract or will)
the cardinal number that is the sum of twenty-one and one being two more than twenty
a craftsman who shapes pottery on a potter's wheel and bakes them it a kiln do random, unplanned work or activities or spend time idly work lightly move around aimlessly
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the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number a single person or thing used of a single unit or thing; not two or more having the indivisible character of a unit of the same kind or quality used informally as an intensifier indefinite in time or position being a single entity made by combining separate components eminent beyond or above comparison
a specific instance of feeling hopeful the general feeling that some desire will be fulfilled grounds for feeling hopeful about the future someone (or something) on which expectations are centered United States comedian (born in England) who appeared in films with Bing Crosby (1903-2003) one of the three Christian virtues expect and wish be optimistic; be full of hope; have hopes intend with some possibility of fulfilment jump lightly move quickly from one place to another travel by means of an aircraft, bus, etc. traverse as if by a short airplane trip jump across make a jump forward or upward
an English pirate who operated in the Caribbean and off the Atlantic coast of North America (died in 1718) impart skills or knowledge to accustom gradually to some action or attitude
liable to or deserving punishment subject to punishment by law
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a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative the opinion of a group as determined by voting a legal right guaranteed by the 15th amendment to the US Constitution; guaranteed to women by the 19th amendment a body of voters who have the same interests the total number of voters who participated express one's preference for a candidate or for a measure or resolution; cast a vote express one's choice or preference by vote express a choice or opinion be guided by in voting bring into existence or make available by vote
someone who manufactures something someone who finds financing for and supervises the making and presentation of a show (play or film or program or similar work) something that produces
a clear or unobstructed space or expanse of land or water where the air is unconfined a tournament in which both professionals and amateurs may play information that has become public cause to open or to become open start to operate or function or cause to start operating or functioning become open begin or set in action, of meetings, speeches, recitals, etc. spread out or open from a closed or folded state make available become available have an opening or passage or outlet make the opening move afford access to display the contents of a file or start an application as on a computer affording unobstructed entrance and exit; not shut or closed affording free passage or access with no protection or shield open to or in view of all used of mouth or eyes not having been filled accessible to all not defended or capable of being defended (of textures) full of small openings or gaps having no protecting cover or enclosure (set theory) of an interval that contains neither of its endpoints not brought to a conclusion; subject to further thought not sealed or having been unsealed without undue constriction as from e.g. tenseness or inhibition ready or willing to receive favorably open and observable; not secret or hidden not requiring union membership possibly accepting or permitting affording free passage or view openly straightforward and direct without reserve or secretiveness ready for business
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a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts an incorporated administrative district established by state charter people living in a large densely populated municipality
a wide street or thoroughfare
intense anger (usually on an epic scale) belligerence aroused by a real or supposed wrong (personified as one of the deadly sins)
a wound resulting from biting by an animal or a person a small amount of solid food; a mouthful a painful wound caused by the thrust of an insect's stinger into skin a light informal meal (angling) an instance of a fish taking the bait wit having a sharp and caustic quality a strong odor or taste property the act of gripping or chewing off with the teeth and jaws a portion removed from the whole to grip, cut off, or tear with or as if with the teeth or jaws cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort penetrate or cut, as with a knife deliver a sting to
give a structure to having definite and highly organized structure resembling a living organism in organization or development
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a reflex motion caused by cold or fear or excitement an almost pleasurable sensation of fright tremble convulsively, as from fear or excitement shake, as from cold
a document ordering the payment of money; drawn by one person or bank on another a current of air (usually coming into a chimney or room or vehicle) a preliminary sketch of a design or picture a serving of drink (usually alcoholic) drawn from a keg any of the various versions in the development of a written work the depth of a vessel's keel below the surface (especially when loaded) a regulator for controlling the flow of air in a fireplace a dose of liquid medicine compulsory military service a large and hurried swallow the act of moving a load by drawing or pulling draw up an outline or sketch for something engage somebody to enter the army make a blueprint of
cram into a cavity press or force obstruct overeat or eat immodestly; make a pig of oneself treat with grease, fill, and prepare for mounting fill tightly with a material fill with a stuffing while cooking filled with something crammed with food
coming to understand something clearly and distinctly making real or giving the appearance of reality a musical composition that has been completed or enriched by someone other than the composer a sale in order to obtain money (as a sale of stock or a sale of the estate of a bankrupt person) or the money so obtained the completion or enrichment of a piece of music left sparsely notated by a composer something that is made real or concrete
having a tone of a reed instrument resembling a reed in being upright and slender
a small piece or quantity of something a small fragment of something broken off from the whole an indefinitely short time an instance of some kind piece of metal held in horse's mouth by reins and used to control the horse while riding a unit of measurement of information (from binary + digit); the amount of information in a system having two equiprobable states a small amount of solid food; a mouthful a small fragment a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program the part of a key that enters a lock and lifts the tumblers the cutting part of a drill; usually pointed and threaded and is replaceable in a brace or bitstock or drill press
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United States country singer and songwriter (1923-1953) English philosopher credited with reviving the field of moral philosophy (1929-2003) United States poet (1883-1963) United States baseball player noted as a hitter (1918-2002) English clergyman and colonist who was expelled from Massachusetts for criticizing Puritanism; he founded Providence in 1636 and obtained a royal charter for Rhode Island in 1663 (1603-1683) United States playwright (1911-1983)
someone who slashes another person a weapon (a sword or dagger) used for slashing
a social class comprising those who do manual labor or work for wages productive work (especially physical work done for wages) concluding state of pregnancy; from the onset of contractions to the birth of a child an organized attempt by workers to improve their status by united action (particularly via labor unions) or the leaders of this movement a political party formed in Great Britain in 1900; characterized by the promotion of labor's interests and formerly the socialization of key industries the federal department responsible for promoting the working conditions of wage earners in the United States; created in 1913 any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted strive and make an effort to reach a goal work hard undergo the efforts of childbirth
a small plastic magnetic disk enclosed in a stiff envelope with a radial slit; used to store data or programs for a microcomputer hanging limply
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be shown or be found to be establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment provide evidence for prove formally; demonstrate by a mathematical, formal proof put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to increase in volume cause to puff up with a leaven take a trial impression of obtain probate of
a man-made object taken as a whole
a small fragment obscene terms for female genitals (law) the unlawful act of capturing and carrying away a person against their will and holding them in false imprisonment a weightlift in which the barbell is lifted overhead in one rapid motion the act of catching an object with the hands to grasp hastily or eagerly to make grasping motions take away to an undisclosed location against their will and usually in order to extract a ransom
turn sharply; change direction abruptly shift to a clockwise direction
inspiring scornful pity incongruous; inviting ridicule broadly or extravagantly humorous; resembling farce
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a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement act as or like a clown ludicrously odd
a general term for female steroid sex hormones that are secreted by the ovary and responsible for typical female sexual characteristics
become imbued take up mentally take up, as of debts or payments take in, also metaphorically cause to become one with suck or take up or in devote (oneself) fully to assimilate or take in consume all of one's attention or time
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characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort
lacking juice lacking interest or stimulation; dull and lifeless
an acute insufficiency a severe shortage of food (as through crop failure) resulting in violent hunger and starvation and death
restate (words) from one language into another language change from one form or medium into another make sense of a language bring to a certain spiritual state change the position of (figures or bodies) in space without rotation be equivalent in effect be translatable, or be translatable in a certain way subject to movement in which every part of the body moves parallel to and the same distance as every other point on the body express, as in simple and less technical language determine the amino-acid sequence of a protein during its synthesis by using information on the messenger RNA
a large mass of ice floating at sea; usually broken off of a polar glacier lettuce with crisp tightly packed light-green leaves in a firm head
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lower someone's spirits; make downhearted lower (prices or markets) cause to drop or sink press down lessen the activity or force of lower than previously flattened downward as if pressed from above or flattened along the dorsal and ventral surfaces filled with melancholy and despondency
the contestant you hope to defeat be equal to in quality or ability be the rival of, be in competition with
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the trait of acting stupidly or rashly a stupid mistake the quality of being rash and foolish foolish or senseless behavior
remove impurities from, increase the concentration of, and separate through the process of distillation undergo the process of distillation extract by the process of distillation undergo condensation; change from a gaseous to a liquid state and fall in drops give off (a liquid)
a community of people smaller than a village a crisis situation or point in time when a critical decision must be made a point where a choice must be made a junction where one street or road crosses another
the time yet to come a verb tense that expresses actions or states in the future bulk commodities bought or sold at an agreed price for delivery at a specified future date yet to be or coming effective in or looking toward the future (of elected officers) elected but not yet serving a verb tense or other formation referring to events or states that have not yet happened
a magazine printed on good quality paper a photograph that is printed on smooth shiny paper (of paper and fabric and leather) having a surface made smooth and glossy especially by pressing between rollers reflecting light superficially attractive and stylish; suggesting wealth or expense
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make into a whole or make part of a whole include or contain; have as a component form a corporation unite or merge with something already in existence
people who are condemned to eternal punishment wish harm upon; invoke evil upon expletives used informally as intensifiers in danger of the eternal punishment of Hell in a damnable manner
the quality of being natural or based on natural principles the quality of innocent naivete the likeness of a representation to the thing represented
suggestive of companionship
the possibility of future success belief about (or mental picture of) the future someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.) the visual percept of a region a prediction of the course of a disease search for something desirable explore for useful or valuable things or substances, such as minerals
out of a sense of duty; in a dutiful manner
speak to give a speech to put an address on (an envelope) direct a question at someone address or apply oneself to something, direct one's efforts towards something, such as a question greet, as with a prescribed form, title, or name access or locate by address act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression speak to someone adjust and aim (a golf ball) at in preparation of hitting
impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism
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a guided missile fired from land or shipboard against an airborne target
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rich and superior in quality
change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense undergo a transformation or a change of position or action undergo a change or development cause to move around or rotate change to the contrary pass to the other side of pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become let (something) fall or spill from a container move around an axis or a center cause to move around a center so as to show another side of to send or let go to break and turn over earth especially with a plow shape by rotating on a lathe or cutting device or a wheel change color twist suddenly so as to sprain cause to change or turn into something different; assume new characteristics accomplish by rotating get by buying and selling cause to move along an axis or into a new direction channel one's attention, interest, thought, or attention toward or away from something cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form alter the functioning or setting of direct at someone have recourse to or make an appeal or request for help or information to go sour or spoil become officially one year older moved around an axis or center in an unpalatable state
a point or extent in space the act of putting something in a certain place a determination of the place where something is a workplace away from a studio at which some or all of a movie may be made
experiencing or showing sorrow or unhappiness of things that make you feel sad bad; unfortunate
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a wild or unrefined state an impolite manner that is vulgar and lacking tact or refinement an unpolished unrefined quality
the chance to speak express in words report or maintain express a supposition have or contain a certain wording or form give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way communicate or express nonverbally utter aloud state as one's opinion or judgement; declare recite or repeat a fixed text indicate
cover from sight place in a grave or tomb place in the earth and cover with soil enclose or envelop completely, as if by swallowing embed deeply dismiss from the mind; stop remembering placed in a grave
lie in wait, lie in ambush, behave in a sneaky and secretive manner be about wait in hiding to attack
United States comedienne remembered as the confused but imperturbable partner of her husband, George Burns (1906-1964) United States filmmaker and comic actor (1935-) a soldier of the American Revolution whose troops helped capture Fort Ticonderoga from the British (1738-1789)
in a bewildering and confusing manner
a watery solution of sugars, salts, and minerals that circulates through the vascular system of a plant a person who lacks good judgment a piece of metal covered by leather with a flexible handle; used for hitting people deplete excavate the earth beneath
a condensed but memorable saying embodying some important fact of experience that is taken as true by many people hand tool having a toothed blade for cutting a power tool for cutting wood cut with a saw perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight perceive (an idea or situation) mentally perceive or be contemporaneous with imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind deem to be get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally see or watch come together find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something go to see for professional or business reasons go to see for a social visit go to see a place, as for entertainment take charge of or deal with receive as a specified guest date regularly; have a steady relationship with see and understand, have a good eye deliberate or decide observe as if with an eye observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect go or live through accompany or escort match or meet make sense of; assign a meaning to
a colloquial expression for invitation increase the likelihood of invite someone to one's house give rise to a desire by being attractive or inviting ask someone in a friendly way to do something have as a guest ask to enter request the participation or presence of express willingness to have in one's home or environs
a serialized set of programs a periodical that appears at scheduled times
impressive by reason of age profoundly honored
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excessively or hypocritically pious
someone engaged in or experienced in warfare
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a line spoken by an actor to the audience but not intended for others on the stage a message that departs from the main subject on or to one side out of the way (especially away from one's thoughts) not taken into account or excluded from consideration in a different direction placed or kept separate and distinct as for a purpose in reserve; not for immediate use
joining or attaching by stitches needlework on which you are working with needle and thread fasten by sewing; do needlework create (clothes) with cloth
spoken with emphasis sudden and strong forceful and definite in expression or action
a brief written record a short personal letter a notation representing the pitch and duration of a musical sound a tone of voice that shows what the speaker is feeling a characteristic emotional quality a piece of paper money (especially one issued by a central bank) a comment or instruction (usually added) high status importance owing to marked superiority a promise to pay a specified amount on demand or at a certain time make mention of notice or perceive observe with care or pay close attention to make a written note of
a calm, lengthy, intent consideration (of ruminants) chewing (the cud) regurgitation of small amounts of food; seen in some infants after feeding
formed or conceived by the imagination adopted in order to deceive
the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property the act of photographing a scene or part of a scene without interruption carry out require (time or space) take somebody somewhere get into one's hands, take physically take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect interpret something in a certain way; convey a particular meaning or impression take something or somebody with oneself somewhere take into one's possession travel or go by means of a certain kind of transportation, or a certain route pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives receive willingly something given or offered assume, as of positions or roles take into consideration for exemplifying purposes require as useful, just, or proper experience or feel or submit to make a film or photograph of something remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract serve oneself to, or consume regularly accept or undergo, often unwillingly make use of or accept for some purpose take by force occupy or take on admit into a group or community ascertain or determine by measuring, computing or take a reading from a dial be a student of a certain subject take as an undesirable consequence of some event or state of affairs head into a specified direction point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards be seized or affected in a specified way have with oneself; have on one's person engage for service under a term of contract receive or obtain regularly buy, select to get into a position of having, e.g., safety, comfort have sex with; archaic use lay claim to; as of an idea be designed to hold or take be capable of holding or containing develop a habit proceed along in a vehicle obtain by winning be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness
emerging to the surface and becoming apparent come to the surface put a coat on; cover the surface of; furnish with a surface appear or become visible; make a showing
edge of a way or road or path
do away with, cause the destruction or undoing of destroy completely; damage irreparably defeat soundly put (an animal) to death
devoted to pleasure
render unable to see make blind by putting the eyes out make dim by comparison or conceal shining intensely
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a small inflamed elevation of the skin; a pustule or papule; common symptom in acne
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heat food in order to kill harmful microorganisms having been subjected to pasteurization in order to halt fermentation
spending resources lavishly and wastefully spend thoughtlessly; throw away spend extravagantly
contrary to plan or expectation in an ironic manner
pull hard strive and make an effort to reach a goal tow (a vessel) with a tug carry with difficulty move by pulling hard pull or strain hard at struggle in opposition
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence make an alteration to insert words into texts, often falsifying it thereby remove the ovaries of changed in form or character without becoming something else having testicles or ovaries removed changed in order to improve or made more fit for a particular purpose
a socially awkward or tactless act a minor inadvertent mistake usually observed in speech or writing or in small accidents or memory lapses etc. potter's clay that is thinned and used for coating or decorating ceramics a part (sometimes a root or leaf or bud) removed from a plant to propagate a new plant through rooting or grafting a young and slender person a place where a craft can be made fast an accidental misstep threatening (or causing) a fall a slippery smoothness artifact consisting of a narrow flat piece of material a small sheet of paper a woman's sleeveless undergarment bed linen consisting of a cover for a pillow an unexpected slide a flight maneuver; aircraft slides sideways in the air the act of avoiding capture (especially by cunning) move stealthily insert inconspicuously or quickly or quietly move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner get worse move smoothly and easily to make a mistake or be incorrect pass on stealthily move easily cause to move with a smooth or sliding motion pass out of one's memory move out of position
a word that expresses a meaning opposed to the meaning of another word, in which case the two words are antonyms of each other a relation of direct opposition a contestant that you are matched against something inverted in sequence or character or effect being directly across from each other; facing of leaves etc; growing in pairs on either side of a stem moving or facing away from each other the other one of a complementary pair altogether different in nature or quality or significance characterized by opposite extremes; completely opposed directly facing each other
(used as intensives reflecting the speaker's attitude) it is sincerely the case that
sordid dirtiness
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about know how to do or perform something be aware of the truth of something; have a belief or faith in something; regard as true beyond any doubt be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority have fixed in the mind have sexual intercourse with know the nature or character of be able to distinguish, recognize as being different perceive as familiar
a short electromagnetic wave (longer than infrared but shorter than radio waves); used for radar and microwave ovens and for transmitting telephone, facsimile, video and data kitchen appliance that cooks food by passing an electromagnetic wave through it; heat results from the absorption of energy by the water molecules in the food cook or heat in a microwave oven
a native or inhabitant of Israel of or relating to or characteristic of Israel or its people
wolflike yellowish-brown wild dog of Australia
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the officer below the master on a commercial ship a fellow member of a team the partner of an animal (especially a sexual partner) a person's partner in marriage an exact duplicate one of a pair South American holly; leaves used in making a drink like tea informal term for a friend of the same sex South American tea-like drink made from leaves of a South American holly called mate a chess move constituting an inescapable and indefensible attack on the opponent's king engage in sexual intercourse bring two objects, ideas, or people together place an opponent's king under an attack from which it cannot escape and thus ending the game
a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information explicit notice make mention of make or write a comment on
hinge joint in the human leg connecting the tibia and fibula with the femur and protected in front by the patella joint between the femur and tibia in a quadruped; corresponds to the human knee the part of a trouser leg that provides the cloth covering for the knee
an alloy of mercury with another metal (usually silver) used by dentists to fill cavities in teeth; except for iron and platinum all metals dissolve in mercury and chemists refer to the resulting mercury mixtures as amalgams a combination or blend of diverse things
with full knowledge and deliberation
one side of one leaf (of a book or magazine or newspaper or letter etc.) or the written or pictorial matter it contains English industrialist who pioneered in the design and manufacture of aircraft (1885-1962) United States diplomat and writer about the Old South (1853-1922) a boy who is employed to run errands a youthful attendant at official functions or ceremonies such as legislative functions and weddings in medieval times a youth acting as a knight's attendant as the first stage in training for knighthood contact, as with a pager or by calling somebody's name over a P.A. system work as a page number the pages of a book or manuscript
strike, beat repeatedly polish and make shiny
an expression of agreement that is not supported by real conviction insincerity by virtue of pretending to have qualities or beliefs that you do not really have
a field of cultivated and mowed grass
a shout or song of praise to God
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in a bewitching manner
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a paste-up made by sticking together pieces of paper or photographs to form an artistic image
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a statistic describing the location of a distribution (sports) the ratio of successful performances to opportunities an intermediate scale value regarded as normal or usual amount to or come to an average, without loss or gain achieve or reach on average compute the average of approximating the statistical norm or average or expected value lacking special distinction, rank, or status; commonly encountered lacking exceptional quality or ability around the middle of a scale of evaluation relating to or constituting the most frequent value in a distribution relating to or constituting the middle value of an ordered set of values (or the average of the middle two in a set with an even number of values)
the act of applying force to propel something a mechanism by which force or power is transmitted in a machine a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end a road leading up to a private house the trait of being highly motivated hitting a golf ball off of a tee with a driver the act of driving a herd of animals overland a journey in a vehicle (usually an automobile) a physiological state corresponding to a strong need or desire (computer science) a device that writes data onto or reads data from a storage medium a wide scenic road planted with trees (sports) a hard straight return (as in tennis or squash) operate or control a vehicle travel or be transported in a vehicle cause someone or something to move by driving force into or from an action or state, either physically or metaphorically to compel or force or urge relentlessly or exert coercive pressure on, or motivate strongly cause to move back by force or influence compel somebody to do something, often against his own will or judgment push, propel, or press with force cause to move rapidly by striking or throwing with force strive and make an effort to reach a goal move into a desired direction of discourse have certain properties when driven work as a driver move by being propelled by a force urge forward proceed along in a vehicle strike with a driver, as in teeing off hit very hard, as by swinging a bat horizontally excavate horizontally cause to function by supplying the force or power for or by controlling hunting: search for game hunting: chase from cover into more open ground
a song in which a line or phrase is repeated as the refrain
be successful; achieve a goal be in charge of, act on, or dispose of come to terms with watch and direct achieve something by means of trickery or devious methods carry on or function handle effectively
air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure a tendency or force that influences events breath empty rhetoric or insincere or exaggerated talk an indication of potential opportunity a musical instrument in which the sound is produced by an enclosed column of air that is moved by the breath a reflex that expels intestinal gas through the anus the act of winding or twisting to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course extend in curves and turns arrange or or coil around catch the scent of; get wind of coil the spring of (some mechanical device) by turning a stem form into a wreath raise or haul up with or as if with mechanical help
kill (animals) usually for food consumption
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the means of connection between things linked in series a fastener that serves to join or connect the state of being connected a connecting shape a unit of length equal to 1/100 of a chain (computing) an instruction that connects one part of a program or an element on a list to another program or list a channel for communication between groups a two-way radio communication system (usually microwave); part of a more extensive telecommunication network an interconnecting circuit between two or more locations for the purpose of transmitting and receiving data make a logical or causal connection connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces be or become joined or united or linked link with or as with a yoke
depressing to the spirit
a compound formed by replacing hydrogen in an acid by a metal (or a radical that acts like a metal) white crystalline form of especially sodium chloride used to season and preserve food negotiations between the United States and the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics opened in 1969 in Helsinki designed to limit both countries' stock of nuclear weapons the taste experience when common salt is taken into the mouth add salt to sprinkle as if with salt add zest or liveliness to preserve with salt (of speech) painful or bitter
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the first of three divisions of the Hebrew Scriptures comprising the first five books of the Hebrew Bible considered as a unit the collection of rules imposed by authority legal document setting forth rules governing a particular kind of activity a rule or body of rules of conduct inherent in human nature and essential to or binding upon human society a generalization that describes recurring facts or events in nature the branch of philosophy concerned with the law and the principles that lead courts to make the decisions they do the learned profession that is mastered by graduate study in a law school and that is responsible for the judicial system the force of policemen and officers
calm by deception become quiet or less intensive make calm or still
the act of traveling by foot use one's feet to advance; advance by steps accompany or escort obtain a base on balls traverse or cover by walking give a base on balls to live or behave in a specified manner be or act in association with walk at a pace make walk take a walk; go for a walk; walk for pleasure close enough to be walked to
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a quantity much larger than is needed more than is needed, desired, or required
a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services
(psychoanalysis) an idealized image of someone (usually a parent) formed in childhood an adult insect produced after metamorphosis form a mental image of something that is not present or that is not the case expect, believe, or suppose
large genus of erect or climbing prickly shrubs including roses
any admirable quality or attribute the quality of being deserving (e.g., deserving assistance) be worthy or deserving
taking advantage of opportunities without regard for the consequences for others
emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts having striking color characterized by quickness and ease in learning having lots of light either natural or artificial made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow splendid not made dim or less bright clear and sharp and ringing characterized by happiness or gladness full or promise with brightness
displaying a lack of consistency not capable of being made consistent or harmonious not in agreement
having or showing determination and energetic pursuit of your ends; positive in his convictions" tending to spread quickly characteristic of an enemy or one eager to fight
form a mental image of something that is not present or that is not the case expect, believe, or suppose
work out undergo development or evolution gain through experience
a position in a grammatical linguistic construction in which a variety of alternative units are interchangeable a small slit (as for inserting a coin or depositing mail) a time assigned on a schedule or agenda a position in a hierarchy or organization the trail of an animal (especially a deer) (computer) a socket in a microcomputer that will accept a plug-in circuit board a slot machine that is used for gambling assign a time slot
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lose velocity; move more slowly become slow or slower cause to proceed more slowly not moving quickly; taking a comparatively long time at a slow tempo slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity (used of timepieces) indicating a time earlier than the correct time so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness (of business) not active or brisk without speed (`slow' is sometimes used informally for `slowly') of timepieces
wet feed (especially for pigs) consisting of mostly kitchen waste mixed with water or skimmed or sour milk deep soft mud in water or slush (usually plural) waste water from a kitchen or bathroom or chamber pot that has to be emptied by hand (usually plural) weak or watery unappetizing food or drink writing or music that is excessively sweet and sentimental cause or allow (a liquid substance) to run or flow from a container walk through mud or mire ladle clumsily feed pigs
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bottle made from the dried shell of a bottle gourd any of numerous inedible fruits with hard rinds any vine of the family Cucurbitaceae that bears fruits with hard rinds
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anything that covers or conceals a loose outer garment hide under a false appearance cover as if with clothing cover with or as if with a cloak
without aim; in an aimless manner
the act of liberating someone or something the attempt to achieve equal rights or status the termination of someone's employment (leaving them free to depart)
the process of shedding tears (usually accompanied by sobs or other inarticulate sounds) a drop of the clear salty saline solution secreted by the lacrimal glands an opening made forcibly as by pulling apart an occasion for excessive eating or drinking the act of tearing separate or cause to separate abruptly to separate or be separated by force move quickly and violently strip of feathers fill with tears or shed tears
work doggedly or persistently walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud strike heavily, especially with the fist or a bat
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a coarse obnoxious person
provide with (something) usually for a specific purpose provide with abilities or understanding provided or fitted out with what is necessary or useful or appropriate provided with whatever is necessary for a purpose (as furniture or equipment or authority) prepared with proper equipment carrying weapons
a feeling of righteous anger a wantonly cruel act a disgraceful event the act of scandalizing strike with disgust or revulsion violate the sacred character of a place or language force (someone) to have sex against their will
lacking graciousness lacking grace; clumsy lacking social polish
to keep watch over watch over or shield from danger or harm; protect protect against a challenge or attack take precautions in order to avoid some unwanted consequence prudent
a physician who specializes in psychiatry
the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money the control of a country by military forces of a foreign power any activity that occupies a person's attention the act of occupying or taking possession of a building the period of time during which a place or position or nation is occupied
a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose of or relating to a person who is subordinate to another
utter obscenities or profanities heap obscenities upon wish harm upon; invoke evil upon exclude from a church or a religious community
characterized by extreme and often misleading simplicity
a member of a people inhabiting the Arctic (northern Canada or Greenland or Alaska or eastern Siberia); the Algonquians called them Eskimo (`eaters of raw flesh') but they call themselves the Inuit (`the people')
a place of business for retailing goods receptacle providing a place in a wiring system where current can be taken to run electrical devices an opening that permits escape or release activity that frees or expresses creative energy or emotion
a religion based on mystical communion with an ultimate reality obscure or irrational thought
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a number that has no factor but itself and 1 the period of greatest prosperity or productivity the second canonical hour; about 6 a.m. the time of maturity when power and vigor are greatest insert a primer into (a gun, mine, or charge) preparatory to detonation or firing cover with a primer; apply a primer to fill with priming liquid first in rank or degree used of the first or originating agent of superior grade of or relating to or being an integer that cannot be factored into other integers being at the best stage of development
requiring little if any patience or effort or skill
used primarily as eating apples indicating the most important performer or role
in a keen and discriminating manner
a person whose creative work shows sensitivity and imagination
a joint that holds two parts together so that one can swing relative to the other a circumstance upon which subsequent events depend attach with a hinge
get temporarily take up and practice as one's own
in an absurd manner or to an absurd degree
be worried, concerned, anxious, troubled, or uneasy be concerned with disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress be on the mind of lacerate by biting touch or rub constantly afflicted with or marked by anxious uneasiness or trouble or grief mentally upset over possible misfortune or danger etc
the physical condition of blocking or filling a passage with an obstruction an obstruction in a pipe or tube the act of blocking
so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness
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an explosive device fused to explode under specific conditions strong sealed vessel for measuring heat of combustion an event that fails badly or is totally ineffectual throw bombs at or attack with bombs fail to get a passing grade
at risk of or subject to experiencing something usually unpleasant subject to legal action (often followed by `to') likely to be affected with held legally responsible
something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness a strong feeling of anxiety be worried, concerned, anxious, troubled, or uneasy be concerned with disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress be on the mind of lacerate by biting touch or rub constantly
make visible remove all or part of one's clothes to show one's body
make imperfect destroy or injure severely blemished by injury or rough wear
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attach with a hinge
a vivid mental image the ability to see; the visual faculty the perceptual experience of seeing the formation of a mental image of something that is not perceived as real and is not present to the senses a religious or mystical experience of a supernatural appearance
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showing a brooding ill humor
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in an artistic manner
a male massager
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make American in character become American in character
a criminal who is a member of gang
a vague idea in which some confidence is placed an outward appearance a clear and telling mental image a concavity in a surface produced by pressing a symbol that is the result of printing or engraving all the copies of a work printed at one time (dentistry) an imprint of the teeth and gums in wax or plaster an impressionistic portrayal of a person the act of pressing one thing on or into the surface of another
a cheap disreputable nightclub or dance hall a headlong plunge into water a steep nose-down descent by an aircraft drop steeply plunge into water swim under water
free of extraneous elements of any kind without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers (of color) being chromatically pure; not diluted with white or grey or black free from discordant qualities concerned with theory and data rather than practice; opposed to applied (used of persons or behaviors) having no faults; sinless in a state of sexual virginity
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fill with high spirits; fill with optimism make drunk (with alcoholic drinks) have an intoxicating effect on, of a drug causing extremely exciting as if by alcohol or a narcotic
refresh one's memory make (to feel) fresh become or make oneself fresh again make fresh again
a metal frame or container holding cartridges; can be inserted into an automatic gun an instance or single occasion for some event any of various small fasteners used to hold loose articles together an article of jewelry that can be clipped onto a hat or dress the act of clipping or snipping a sharp slanting blow sever or remove by pinching or snipping run at a moderately swift pace attach with a clip cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of terminate or abbreviate before its intended or proper end or its full extent
derogatory term for a variation that is not genuine; something irregular or inferior or of dubious origin an inferior dog or one of mixed breed
unwilling to accept authority or dogma (especially in religion)
make understand give spiritual insight to; in religion make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear tending to increase knowledge or dissipate ignorance enlightening or uplifting so as to encourage intellectual or moral improvement
the particular portion of space occupied by something a point occupied by troops for tactical reasons a way of regarding situations or topics etc. the arrangement of the body and its limbs the relative position or standing of things or especially persons in a society a job in an organization the spatial property of a place where or way in which something is situated the appropriate or customary location (in team sports) the role assigned to an individual player the act of putting something in a certain place a condition or position in which you find yourself a rationalized mental attitude an opinion that is held in opposition to another in an argument or dispute an item on a list or in a sequence the post or function properly or customarily occupied or served by another the act of positing; an assumption taken as a postulate or axiom cause to be in an appropriate place, state, or relation put into a certain place or abstract location
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fill with apprehension or alarm; cause to be unpleasantly surprised warn or arouse to a sense of danger or call to a state of preparedness frightening because of an awareness of danger
an expert able to appreciate a field; especially in the fine arts
the piece of land on which something is located (or is to be located) physical position in relation to the surroundings a computer connected to the internet that maintains a series of web pages on the World Wide Web assign a location to be seated be around, often idly or without specific purpose take a seat be in session assume a posture as for artistic purposes sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions be located or situated somewhere work or act as a baby-sitter; I have too much homework to do" show to a seat; assign a seat for serve in a specific professional capacity
someone who leaves
(used informally) very small
designed or having the power to deter or prevent an anticipated situation or occurrence
covered with or smelling of mold
pass along control or operate by relay
a barrier consisting of a horizontal bar and supports short for railway a bar or pair of parallel bars of rolled steel making the railway along which railroad cars or other vehicles can roll a horizontal bar (usually of wood or metal) any of numerous widely distributed small wading birds of the family Rallidae having short wings and very long toes for running on soft mud complain bitterly enclose with rails provide with rails separate with a railing convey (goods etc.) by rails travel by rail or train lay with rails fish with a handline over the rails of a boat spread negative information about criticize severely
refresh one's memory make (to feel) fresh become or make oneself fresh again make fresh again with restored energy
have an effect upon act physically on; have an effect upon connect closely and often incriminatingly make believe with the intent to deceive have an emotional or cognitive impact upon arousing affect
someone who wastes time move around slowly and aimlessly be apathetic, gloomy, or dazed
derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in have benefit from get pleasure from have for one's benefit take delight in
someone who is dreaming someone guided more by ideals than by practical considerations a person who escapes into a world of fantasy
of or relating to expressionism
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a long monotonous harangue a long piece of writing an accurately levelled strip of material placed on a wall or floor as guide for the even application of plaster or concrete
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distinctive and stylish elegance a feathered plume on a helmet
the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money a specific piece of work required to be done as a duty or for a specific fee a workplace; as in the expression "on the job";  an object worked on; a result produced by working the responsibility to do something the performance of a piece of work a damaging piece of work a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved a Jewish hero in the Old Testament who maintained his faith in God in spite of afflictions that tested him any long-suffering person who withstands affliction without despairing (computer science) a program application that may consist of several steps but is a single logical unit a book in the Old Testament containing Job's pleas to God about his afflictions and God's reply a crime (especially a robbery) profit privately from public office and official business arranged for contracted work to be done by others work occasionally invest at a risk
develop and reach maturity; undergo maturation develop and work out fully in one's mind become due for repayment cause to ripen or develop fully grow old or older cause to ripen and discharge pus characteristic of maturity fully considered and perfected having reached full natural growth or development fully developed or matured and ready to be eaten or used (of birds) having developed feathers or plumage; often used in combination
something that is oriented vertically a vertical structural member as a post or stake at right angles to the plane of the horizon or a base line relating to or involving all stages of a business from production to distribution upright in position or posture of or relating to different levels in a hierarchy (as levels of social class or income group)
British dramatist (born in Czechoslovakia in 1937)
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a white or silvered surface where pictures can be projected for viewing a protective covering that keeps things out or hinders sight the display that is electronically created on the surface of the large end of a cathode-ray tube a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something a protective covering consisting of netting; can be mounted in a frame the personnel of the film industry a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles a door that consists of a frame holding metallic or plastic netting; used to allow ventilation and to keep insects from entering a building through the open door partition consisting of a decorative frame or panel that serves to divide a space test or examine for the presence of disease or infection examine methodically examine in order to test suitability project onto a screen for viewing prevent from entering separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm
become less clearly visible or distinguishable; disappear gradually or seemingly lose freshness, vigor, or vitality disappear gradually become feeble having lost freshness or brilliance of color reduced in strength
a large self-service grocery store selling groceries and dairy products and household goods
not capable of being separated
in a cold and icy manner
the desired mineral that is left after impurities have been removed from mined ore a concentrated form of a foodstuff; the bulk is reduced by removing water a concentrated example of something make denser, stronger, or purer direct one's attention on something make central make more concise draw together or meet in one common center compress or concentrate be cooked until very little liquid is left cook until very little liquid is left
an extra component of a machine or other apparatus an extra car wheel and tire for a four-wheel vehicle a score in tenpins; knocking down all ten after rolling two balls refrain from harming save or relieve from an experience or action give up what is not strictly needed use frugally or carefully thin and fit more than is needed, desired, or required not taken up by scheduled activities kept in reserve especially for emergency use lacking in amplitude or quantity lacking embellishment or ornamentation
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the production of movies
in a wicked evil manner
a momentary flash of light merriment expressed by a brightness or gleam or animation of countenance electrical conduction through a gas in an applied electric field a small but noticeable trace of some quality that might become stronger Scottish writer of satirical novels (born in 1918) a small fragment of a burning substance thrown out by burning material or by friction put in motion or move to act emit or produce sparks
marked by up-to-dateness in dress and manners having a cheerful, lively, and self-confident air
destroy property or hinder normal operations hollow out as if making a cave or opening
ruin completely search without warning, make a sudden surprise attack on separate or cause to separate abruptly go to pieces break open or apart suddenly and forcefully
of or characteristic of a child displaying or suggesting a lack of maturity
broadly or extravagantly humorous; resembling farce
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by `as' or `too' or `so' or `that'; amounting to a large but indefinite number
someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude
United States film actor known for his portrayals of tough characters (1899-1986)
with ineptitude; in an incompetent manner in an infelicitous manner
a small drink drink in sips
a reckless impetuous irresponsible person characterized by undue haste and lack of thought or deliberation; (`brainish' is archaic)
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1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites an abundant tasteless odorless multivalent nonmetallic element; best known in yellow crystals; occurs in many sulphide and sulphate minerals and even in native form (especially in volcanic regions) the cardinal compass point that is at 180 degrees a unit of conductance equal to the reciprocal of an ohm the 19th letter of the Roman alphabet (thermodynamics) a thermodynamic quantity representing the amount of energy in a system that is no longer available for doing mechanical work
with relatively high volume in manner that attracts attention used as a direction in music; to be played relatively loudly
a place where work is done
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the desired mineral that is left after impurities have been removed from mined ore a concentrated form of a foodstuff; the bulk is reduced by removing water a concentrated example of something make denser, stronger, or purer direct one's attention on something make central make more concise draw together or meet in one common center compress or concentrate be cooked until very little liquid is left cook until very little liquid is left
art consisting of a design made of small pieces of colored stone or glass viral disease in solanaceous plants (tomatoes, potatoes, tobacco) resulting in mottling and often shriveling of the leaves a freeware browser a pattern resembling a mosaic transducer formed by the light-sensitive surface on a television camera tube arrangement of aerial photographs forming a composite picture of or relating to Moses or the laws and writings attributed to him
the feelings expressed on a person's face expression without words the communication (in speech or writing) of your beliefs or opinions a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations the style of expressing yourself a group of symbols that make a mathematical statement (genetics) the process of expressing a gene a group of words that form a constituent of a sentence and are considered as a single unit the act of forcing something out by squeezing or pressing
United States educator who introduced reforms that significantly altered the system of public education (1796-1859) German writer concerned about the role of the artist in bourgeois society (1875-1955)
a difficult problem a coarse sieve (as for gravel) pierce with many holes set a difficult problem or riddle separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff spread or diffuse through speak in riddles explain a riddle
someone with an assured and ingratiating manner a person who charms others (usually by personal attractiveness)
a formal or official examination
an instance of driving away or warding off force or drive back be repellent to; cause aversion in cause to move back by force or influence
force somebody to do something necessitate or exact
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social insect living in organized colonies; characteristically the males and fertile queen have wings during breeding season; wingless sterile females are the workers
a gay feeling a festive merry feeling
either of two offspring born at the same time from the same pregnancy (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Gemini a waterfall in the Snake River in southern Idaho a duplicate copy duplicate or match bring two objects, ideas, or people together grow as twins give birth to twins being two identical
a person who is opposed (to an action or policy or practice etc.) not in favor of (an action or proposal etc.)
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remove the edges from and cut down to the desired size decorate, as with ornaments cut down on; make a reduction in balance in flight by regulating the control surfaces be in equilibrium during a flight decorate (food), as with parsley or other ornamental foods cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of cut closely adjust (sails on a ship) so that the wind is optimally used made neat and tidy by trimming
(poker) the initial contribution that each player makes to the pot place one's stake
a pass to a receiver downfield from the passer an electrical device that sends or receives radio or television signals existing or living or growing or operating in the air characterized by lightness and insubstantiality; as impalpable or intangible as air
an event that results in a displacement or discontinuity the act of disrupting an established order so it fails to continue a displacement of a part (especially a bone) from its normal position (as in the shoulder or the vertebral column)
deem to be give careful consideration to take into consideration for exemplifying purposes show consideration for; take into account think about carefully; weigh judge or regard; look upon; judge look at attentively look at carefully; study mentally regard or treat with consideration, respect, and esteem
a small vessel for travel on water a dish (often boat-shaped) for serving gravy or sauce ride in a boat on water
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a loving feeling feel concern or interest provide care for prefer or wish to do something be in charge of, act on, or dispose of be concerned with feeling and exhibiting concern and empathy for others
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harvester that heads and threshes and cleans grain while moving across the field a consortium of independent organizations formed to limit competition by controlling the production and distribution of a product or service an occurrence that results in things being united have or possess in combination put or add together combine so as to form a whole; mix add together from different sources join for a common purpose or in a common action gather in a mass, sum, or whole mix together different elements
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sinking until covered completely with water sink below the surface; go under or as if under water cover completely or make imperceptible put under water fill or cover completely, usually with water
something that serves as evidence something given or done as an expression of esteem something that recommends (or expresses commendation of) a person or thing as worthy or desirable expressing admiration or appreciation of or relating to or constituting testimony
plaything consisting of a child's toy bear (usually plush and stuffed with soft materials) a woman's sleeveless undergarment
a large and unbroken expanse or distance the act of physically reaching or thrusting out a straightaway section of a racetrack exercise designed to extend the limbs and muscles to their full extent extension to or beyond the ordinary limit an unbroken period of time during which you do something the capacity for being stretched occupy a large, elongated area extend one's limbs or muscles, or the entire body extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length become longer by being stretched and pulled make long or longer by pulling and stretching lie down comfortably pull in opposite directions extend the scope or meaning of; often unduly corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones increase in quantity or bulk by adding a cheaper substance extend one's body or limbs having an elongated seating area easily stretched
an event that involves rising to a higher point (as in altitude or temperature or intensity etc.) framework used for support or display attach to a support go up or advance fix onto a backing, setting, or support put up or launch get up on the back of go upward with gradual or continuous progress prepare and supply with the necessary equipment for execution or performance copulate with
leisure time away from work devoted to rest or pleasure the act of making something legally void spend or take a vacation
without need
the time at which something is supposed to begin
develop and reach maturity; undergo maturation develop and work out fully in one's mind become due for repayment cause to ripen or develop fully grow old or older cause to ripen and discharge pus fully ripe; at the height of bloom fully considered and perfected
destroy or injure severely alter so as to make unrecognizable destroy or injure severely
have or possess in combination put or add together combine so as to form a whole; mix add together from different sources join for a common purpose or in a common action gather in a mass, sum, or whole mix together different elements made or joined or united into one
the psychological feature that arouses an organism to action toward a desired goal; the reason for the action; that which gives purpose and direction to behavior a theme that is repeated or elaborated in a piece of music a design or figure that consists of recurring shapes or colors, as in architecture or decoration a design or figure that consists of recurring shapes or colors, as in architecture or decoration a theme that is repeated or elaborated in a piece of music a unifying idea that is a recurrent element in literary or artistic work
a luminance unit equal to 1 candle per square meter measured perpendicular to the rays from the source egg or young of an insect parasitic on mammals especially a sucking louse; often attached to a hair or item of clothing
deeply or seriously thoughtful;  capable of physically reflecting light or sound devoted to matters of the mind
a drama set to music; consists of singing with orchestral accompaniment and an orchestral overture and interludes a commercial browser a building where musical dramas are performed
a rester who is sleeping a spy or saboteur or terrorist planted in an enemy country who lives there as a law-abiding citizen until activated by a prearranged signal an unexpected achiever of success one of the cross braces that support the rails on a railway track a passenger car that has berths for sleeping pajamas with feet; worn by children a piece of furniture that can be opened up into a bed tropical fish that resembles a goby and rests quietly on the bottom in shallow water an unexpected hit
great merriment
a state of extreme poverty the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable anything that is necessary but lacking a specific feeling of desire feel or have a desire for; want strongly have need of hunt or look for; want for a particular reason wish or demand the presence of be without, lack; be deficient in
render capable or able for some task
a narrow way or road a well-defined track or path; for e.g. swimmers or lines of traffic
kindle anew, as of a fire arouse again
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the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100 denoting a quantity consisting of 1,000 items or units
create (as an entity) to compose or represent:"This wall forms the background of the stage setting" develop into a distinctive entity give shape or form to make something, usually for a specific function establish or impress firmly in the mind assume a form or shape having or given a form or shape
the cognitive process of understanding a written linguistic message a particular interpretation or performance a datum about some physical state that is presented to a user by a meter or similar instrument written material intended to be read a mental representation of the meaning or significance of something a city on the River Thames in Berkshire in southern England a public instance of reciting or repeating (from memory) something prepared in advance the act of measuring with meters or similar instruments interpret something that is written or printed have or contain a certain wording or form look at, interpret, and say out loud something that is written or printed obtain data from magnetic tapes interpret the significance of, as of palms, tea leaves, intestines, the sky; also of human behavior interpret something in a certain way; convey a particular meaning or impression be a student of a certain subject indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments audition for a stage role by reading parts of a role to hear and understand make sense of a language
a representation of a person or scene in the form of a print or transparent slide; recorded by a camera on light-sensitive material
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of make mention of observe with care or pay close attention to watch attentively show respect towards behave as expected during of holidays or rites follow with the eyes or the mind stick to correctly or closely conform one's action or practice to
a river in southwestern England rising in Gloucestershire and flowing through Bristol to empty into the estuary of the Severn a river in central England that flows through Stratford-on-Avon and empties into the Severn a county in southwestern England
full of trivial conversation prone to friendly informal communication
of the most contemptible kind most unfortunate or miserable showing utter resignation or hopelessness showing humiliation or submissiveness
still in existence; not extinct or destroyed or lost
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the first of two or the first mentioned of two referring to the first of two things or persons mentioned (or the earlier one or ones of several); I prefer the former version to the latter one" belonging to some prior time (used especially of persons) of the immediate past belonging to the distant past
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causing or able to cause nausea feeling nausea; feeling about to vomit causing or fraught with or showing anxiety
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a hard lump produced by the concretion of mineral salts; found in hollow organs or ducts of the body an incrustation that forms on the teeth and gums the branch of mathematics that is concerned with limits and with the differentiation and integration of functions
make one's home in a particular place or community live (in a certain place) be inherent or innate in; 
corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality violate the sacred character of a place or language characterized by profanity or cursing not concerned with or devoted to religion not holy because unconsecrated or impure or defiled grossly irreverent toward what is held to be sacred
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avoid and stay away from deliberately; stay clear of
a false or unsupportable quality an artful or simulated semblance pretending with intention to deceive imaginative intellectual play the act of giving a false appearance
the practical application of science to commerce or industry the discipline dealing with the art or science of applying scientific knowledge to practical problems a room (as on a ship) in which the engine is located design as an engineer plan and direct (a complex undertaking)
in a close manner with great or especially intimate knowledge
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(usually followed by `of') pointing out or revealing clearly prophetic of devastation or ultimate doom
with confidence; in a confident manner
the quality of lacking any definite purpose
English economist (born in Austria) noted for work on the optimum allocation of resources (1899-1992)
to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition press firmly squeeze like a wedge into a tight space to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means :"She forced him to take a job in the city" obtain by coercion or intimidation press or force squeeze tightly between the fingers squeeze (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness squeeze or press together
the general state of things; the combination of circumstances at a given time a condition or position in which you find yourself a complex or critical or unusual difficulty physical position in relation to the surroundings a job in an organization
put up with something or somebody unpleasant face and withstand with courage continue to live through hardship or adversity undergo or be subjected to last and be usable persist for a specified period of time continue to exist
the social science of municipal affairs
a focus of public attention a lamp that produces a strong beam of light to illuminate a restricted area; used to focus attention of a stage performer move into the foreground to make more visible or prominent illuminate with a spotlight, as in the theater
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marked by repeated turns and bends
(of characters in literature or drama) tending to evoke antipathetic feelings difficult or impossible to like
put down by force or intimidation declare invalid
United States author of surrealistic allegorical plays (born in 1943) astronaut who made the first United States' suborbital rocket-powered flight in 1961 (1923-1998)
the quality of prevailing generally; being widespread (epidemiology) the ratio (for a given time period) of the number of occurrences of a disease or event to the number of units at risk in the population a superiority in numbers or amount
an unforeseen development an interpretation of a text or action any clever maneuver the act of rotating rapidly a sharp strain on muscles or ligaments a sharp bend in a line produced when a line having a loop is pulled tight a circular segment of a curve a miniature whirlpool or whirlwind resulting when the current of a fluid doubles back on itself a jerky pulling movement a hairdo formed by braiding or twisting the hair social dancing in which couples vigorously twist their hips and arms in time to the music; was popular in the 1960s the act of winding or twisting turning or twisting around (in place) to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling) cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form turn in the opposite direction form into a spiral shape form into twists extend in curves and turns do the twist twist or pull violently or suddenly, especially so as to remove (something) from that to which it is attached or from where it originates practice sophistry; change the meaning of or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive twist suddenly so as to sprain
a rule or especially body of rules or principles generally established as valid and fundamental in a field or art or philosophy a priest who is a member of a cathedral chapter a ravine formed by a river in an area with little rainfall a contrapuntal piece of music in which a melody in one part is imitated exactly in other parts a complete list of saints that have been recognized by the Roman Catholic Church a collection of books accepted as holy scripture especially the books of the Bible recognized by any Christian church as genuine and inspired
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fraught with uncertainty or doubt open to doubt or suspicion not convinced
a glass filled to the brim (especially as a toast) a mechanical device consisting of bars at either end of a vehicle to absorb shock and prevent serious damage
without hope
pompous or pretentious talk or writing
shoot with a gun
disability of walking due to crippling of the legs or feet walk impeded by some physical limitation or injury proceed slowly or with difficulty
full of hope the feeling you have when you have hope
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beat severely with a whip or rod come out better in a competition, race, or conflict censure severely or angrily
a light shade of red any of various flowers of plants of the genus Dianthus cultivated for their fragrant flowers a person with mildly leftist political views make light, repeated taps on a surface sound like a car engine that is firing too early cut in a zigzag pattern with pinking shears, in sewing
divulge confidential information or secrets speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly
the practical application of science to commerce or industry the discipline dealing with the art or science of applying scientific knowledge to practical problems
the state or quality of being widely honored and acclaimed favorable public reputation
render capable or able for some task providing legal power or sanction
make weak impairing the strength and vitality
pull, as against a resistance draw slowly or heavily force into some kind of situation, condition, or course of action move slowly and as if with great effort to lag or linger behind suck in or take (air) use a computer mouse to move icons on the screen and select commands from a menu walk without lifting the feet search (as the bottom of a body of water) for something valuable or lost persuade to come away from something attractive or interesting proceed for an extended period of time marked by a painfully slow and effortful manner
a book with paper covers
the process of putting forth roots and beginning to grow take root and begin to grow come into existence, originate plant by the roots dig with the snout become settled or established and stable in one's residence or life style cause to take roots
pose a threat to; present a danger to to utter intentions of injury or punishment against:"He threatened me when I tried to call the police" to be a menacing indication of something:"The clouds threaten rain"
everlastingly; for all time without interruption
in a helpful manner
close observation of a person or group (usually by the police)
so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness
act together or towards others or with others
an estimation that is too low; an estimate that is less than the true or actual value assign too low a value to make a deliberately low estimate make too low an estimate of
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a flaw or weak point powerlessness revealed by an inability to act the property of lacking physical or mental strength; liability to failure under pressure or stress or strain the condition of being financially weak a penchant for something even though it might not be good for you
the friend of Phintias who pledged his life that Phintias would return (4th century BC)
communication that is suitable for or intended to be instructive
prejudice against (fear or dislike of) homosexual people and homosexuality
not causing anger or annoyance giving no offense substituting a mild term for a harsher or distasteful one
British money; especially the pound sterling as the basic monetary unit of the UK highest in quality
with respect to vision
provide with barbs capable of wounding having or covered with protective barbs or quills or spines or thorns or setae etc.
advance slowly, as if by inches provide with a border or edge lie adjacent to another or share a boundary provide with an edge having a specified kind of border or edge (of speech) harsh or hurtful in tone or character having a cutting edge or especially an edge or edges as specified; often used in combination
cry loudly, as of animals complain whiningly
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skillful in physical movements; especially of the hands
increase give a boost to; be beneficial to contribute to the progress or growth of increase or raise push or shove upward, as if from below or behind
pass on or delegate to another be inherited by grow worse
young and inexperienced
rule or exercise power over (somebody) in a cruel and autocratic manner tending to domineer
United States author who wrote the stories about Uncle Remus (1848-1908) United States linguist (born in Ukraine) who developed mathematical linguistics and interpreted speech and writing in a social context (1909-1992) United States diplomat who was instrumental in opening Japan to foreign trade (1804-1878) Irish writer noted for his sexually explicit but unreliable autobiography (1856-1931) British marshal of the Royal Air Force; during World War II he directed mass bombing raids against German cities that resulted in heavy civilian casualties (1892-1984) publisher of the first newspaper printed in America (1673-1713)
a relaxed comfortable feeling
make tight or tighter become tight or tighter restrict narrow or limit
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remove something that has been rejected look for and gather
bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer
a musician who plays the violin
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a member of the Iroquoian people formerly living along the Mohawk River in New York State the Iroquoian language spoken by the Mohawk haircut in which the head is shaved except for a band of hair down the middle of the scalp
the pursuit (of a person or animal) by following tracks or marks they left behind carry on the feet and deposit observe or plot the moving path of something go after with the intent to catch travel across or pass over make tracks upon
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the act of turning aside suddenly turn sharply; change direction abruptly shift to a clockwise direction
void of thought or knowledge without an occupant or incumbent
in an idiotic manner
(music) the speed at which a composition is to be played walking with slow regular strides walk with slow or fast paces go at a pace measure (distances) by pacing regulate or set the pace of
work done in addition to regular working hours playing time beyond regulation, to break a tie beyond the regular time
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devote (oneself) fully to flow over or cover completely
brilliant and showy technical skill
public transport provided by a line of railway cars coupled together and drawn by a locomotive a sequentially ordered set of things or events or ideas in which each successive member is related to the preceding a procession (of wagons or mules or camels) traveling together in single file a series of consequences wrought by an event piece of cloth forming the long back section of a gown that is drawn along the floor wheelwork consisting of a connected set of rotating gears by which force is transmitted or motion or torque is changed create by training and teaching undergo training or instruction in preparation for a particular role, function, or profession develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control educate for a future role or function teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards teach and supervise (someone); act as a trainer or coach (to), as in sports exercise in order to prepare for an event or competition cause to grow in a certain way by tying and pruning it travel by rail or train drag loosely along a surface; allow to sweep the ground
make loose or looser make less severe or strict become less severe or strict disentangle and raise the fibers of cause to become loose make less dense become loose or looser or less tight
annoyed and irritable
the magnitude of something in a particular direction (especially length or width or height) a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished one of three Cartesian coordinates that determine a position in space magnitude or extent indicate the dimensions on shape or form to required dimensions
in a persistent manner with persistence
sell or offer for sale from place to place
the warmest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the summer solstice to the autumnal equinox the period of finest development, happiness, or beauty spend the summer
have a bowel movement
a large number or amount
cause to repeat a cycle use again after processing
the state or fact of existing a living thing that has (or can develop) the ability to act or function independently have the quality of being; (copula, used with an adjective or a predicate noun) be identical to; be someone or something occupy a certain position or area; be somewhere have an existence, be extant happen, occur, take place; this was during the visit to my parents' house" be identical or equivalent to form or compose work in a specific place, with a specific subject, or in a specific function represent, as of a character on stage spend or use time have life, be alive to remain unmolested, undisturbed, or uninterrupted -- used only in infinitive form be priced at
the spatial property resulting from the arrangement of parts in relation to each other and to the whole musical creation form the substance of write music produce a literary work put together out of existing material calm (someone, especially oneself); make quiet make up plans or basic details for
relating to the Elysian Fields being of such surpassing excellence as to suggest inspiration by the gods
a tight cluster of people or things any of various fastenings formed by looping and tying a rope (or cord) upon itself or to another rope or to another object a hard cross-grained round piece of wood in a board where a branch emerged something twisted and tight and swollen a unit of length used in navigation; exactly 1,852 meters; historically based on the distance spanned by one minute of arc in latitude soft lump or unevenness in a yarn; either an imperfection or created by design a sandpiper that breeds in the Arctic and winters in the southern hemisphere make into knots; make knots out of tie or fasten into a knot tangle or complicate
cause to happen or to occur as a consequence
something left after other parts have been taken away freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility) a pause for relaxation a state of inaction euphemisms for death (based on an analogy between lying in a bed and in a tomb) a support on which things can be put a musical notation indicating a silence of a specified duration not move; be in a resting position take a short break from one's activities in order to relax give a rest to have a place in relation to something else be at rest stay the same; remain in a certain state be inherent or innate in;  put something in a resting position, as for support or steadying sit, as on a branch rest on or as if on a pillow be inactive, refrain from acting
cause to repeat a cycle use again after processing
having momentous consequences; of decisive importance ominously prophetic (of events) having extremely unfortunate or dire consequences; bringing ruin controlled or decreed by fate; predetermined
refraining from making judgments especially ones based on personal opinions or standards
someone new to a field or activity
warn in advance or beforehand; give an early warning
the accessories that normally accompany (something or some activity) the act of adding decoration a decoration or adornment on a garment cutting down to the desired size or shape
a person with fair skin and hair a light grayish yellow to near white
an assumption that is taken for granted (law) an inference of the truth of a fact from other facts proved or admitted or judicially noticed audacious (even arrogant) behavior that you have no right to a kind of discourtesy in the form of an act of presuming
education or instruction in the fundamentals of a field of knowledge fastening electrical equipment to earth fix firmly and stably confine or restrict to the ground place or put on the ground instruct someone in the fundamentals of a subject bring to the ground hit or reach the ground throw to the ground in order to stop play and avoid being tackled behind the line of scrimmage hit a groundball hit onto the ground cover with a primer; apply a primer to connect to a ground use as a basis for; found on
in a punishing manner
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produce buds, branches, or germinate work out cause to grow or sprout
of or relating to interstices
that which is responsible for one's thoughts and feelings; the seat of the faculty of reason the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life (Greek mythology) a beautiful princess loved by Cupid who visited her at night and told her she must not try to see him; became the personification of the soul
a graphic or vivid verbal description the act of describing distinctive characteristics or essential features acting the part of a character on stage; dramatically representing the character by speech and action and gesture
a thick and heavy shoe
United States general who supervised the invasion of Normandy and the defeat of Nazi Germany; 34th President of the United States (1890-1961)
an artist who is an adherent of expressionism of or relating to expressionism
a device that requires skill for proper use the means whereby some act is accomplished a person used by another to gain an end (law) a document that states some contractual relationship or grants some right the semantic role of the entity (usually inanimate) that the agent uses to perform an action or start a process any of various devices or contrivances that can be used to produce musical tones or sounds equip with instruments for measuring, recording, or controlling write an instrumental score for address a legal document to
a preadolescent boy or girl (usually between 9 and 12 years of age)
the act of continuing an activity without interruption a part added to a book or play that continues and extends it a Gestalt principle of organization holding that there is an innate tendency to perceive a line as continuing its established direction the consequence of being lengthened in duration
in a prominent way
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joyously unrestrained
full of or producing joy full of high-spirited delight
the atmosphere and outer space as viewed from the earth throw or toss with a light motion move along on skis
the act of depriving of food or subjecting to famine be hungry; go without food die of food deprivation deprive of food have a craving, appetite, or great desire for deprive of a necessity and cause suffering suffering from lack of food
seemingly boundless in amount, number, degree, or especially extent
a distinct feature or element in a problem a characteristic to be considered the visual percept of a region the beginning or duration or completion or repetition of the action of a verb the feelings expressed on a person's face
in the area or vicinity by a circular or circuitous route used of movement to or among many different places or in no particular direction in a circle or circular motion (of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct in or to a reversed position or direction to a particular destination either specified or understood all around or on all sides in circumference from beginning to end; throughout
not liable to error
fairness in following the rules of the game
excuse, overlook, or make allowances for; be lenient with
a quantity of money a quantity obtained by the addition of a group of numbers the final aggregate the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience the whole amount a set containing all and only the members of two or more given sets be a summary of determine the sum of
the act of examining resemblances examine and note the similarities or differences of be comparable consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous to form the comparative or superlative form on an adjective or adverb
remove the veil from make visible remove the cover from
motion of hands or body to emphasize or help to express a thought or feeling the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals something done as an indication of intention show, express or direct through movement
the shape of something rotating rapidly turn in a twisting or spinning motion flow in a circular current, of liquids
not changed by editing
the aggregation of things (pedestrians or vehicles) coming and going in a particular locality during a specified period of time buying and selling; especially illicit trade the amount of activity over a communication system during a given period of time social or verbal interchange (usually followed by `with') deal illegally trade or deal a commodity
a strong liking a predisposition in favor of something the right or chance to choose grant of favor or advantage to one over another (especially to a country or countries in matters of international trade, such as levying duties)
the absence of matter an empty area or space a region that is devoid of matter an electrical home appliance that cleans by suction clean with a vacuum cleaner
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everything that exists anywhere people in general; especially a distinctive group of people with some shared interest all of your experiences that determine how things appear to you the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on people in general considered as a whole a part of the earth that can be considered separately the concerns of this life as distinguished from heaven and the afterlife all of the living human inhabitants of the earth involving the entire earth; not limited or provincial in scope
something additional of the same kind a copy that corresponds to an original exactly make or do or perform again duplicate or match make a duplicate or duplicates of increase twofold identically copied from an original being two identical
a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will
not behaving normally
not clearly understood or expressed not precisely limited, determined, or distinguished lacking clarity or distinctness
a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear feeling no fear
strike violently and repeatedly beat thoroughly and conclusively in a competition or fight
causing intense interest, curiosity, or emotion commanding attention relating to or concerned in sensation
the contentment one feels when one has fulfilled a desire, need, or expectation state of being gratified or satisfied compensation for a wrong (law) the payment of a debt or fulfillment of an obligation act of fulfilling a desire or need or appetite
a humorous drama based on situations that might arise in day-to-day life a humorous television program based on situations that could arise in everyday life
anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found an individual that one is not acquainted with being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird not known before relating to or originating in or characteristic of another place or part of the world
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provide with clothes or put clothes on furnish with power or authority; of kings or emperors cover as if with clothing wearing or provided with clothing; sometimes used in combination having an outer covering especially of thin metal
expressed without speech
a notable achievement use or manipulate to one's advantage draw from; make good use of work excessively hard
destroy property or hinder normal operations hollow out as if making a cave or opening
throw or cast away thrown away
serving to expound or set forth
in a terrible manner to an extravagant or immoderate degree
sharp curved horny process on the toe of a bird or some mammals or reptiles a mechanical device that is curved or bent to suspend or hold or pull something a grasping structure on the limb of a crustacean or other arthropods a bird's foot move as if by clawing, seizing, or digging clutch as if in panic scratch, scrape, pull, or dig with claws or nails attack as if with claws
a film or illustrated lecture on traveling
place in a grave or tomb
standing still not capable of being moved
conforming to your own liking or feelings or nature in keeping prepared to agree or consent
make less visible or unclear
the area of a theater or concert hall where the audience sits
having or revealing stupidity
giving satisfaction meeting requirements
informal terms for a meal a soft thick wormlike larva of certain beetles and other insects ask for and get free; be a parasite search about busily
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violent or severe weather (viewed as caused by the action of the four elements) an abstract part of something an artifact that is one of the individual parts of which a composite entity is made up; especially a part that can be separated from or attached to a system any of the more than 100 known substances (of which 92 occur naturally) that cannot be separated into simpler substances and that singly or in combination constitute all matter the most favorable environment for a plant or animal one of four substances thought in ancient and medieval cosmology to constitute the physical universe the situation in which you are happiest and most effective a straight line that generates a cylinder or cone
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reduce in worth or character, usually verbally causing awareness of your shortcomings
of or related to genetically distinguished groups of people of or characteristic of race or races or arising from differences among groups
terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God a clergyman or other person in religious orders perceive intuitively or through some inexplicable perceptive powers search by divining, as if with a rod emanating from God resulting from divine providence being or having the nature of a god; 'tis God-like to create"-J.G.Saxe devoted to or in the service or worship of a deity appropriate to or befitting a god being of such surpassing excellence as to suggest inspiration by the gods
an instance of deliberate thinking judge or regard; look upon; judge expect, believe, or suppose use or exercise the mind or one's power of reason in order to make inferences, decisions, or arrive at a solution or judgments recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection imagine or visualize focus one's attention on a certain state have in mind as a purpose decide by pondering, reasoning, or reflecting ponder; reflect on, or reason about dispose the mind in a certain way have or formulate in the mind be capable of conscious thought bring into a given condition by mental preoccupation
German philosopher whose views on human existence in a world of objects and on Angst influenced the existential philosophers (1889-1976)
establish the authenticity of something
the magnitude of something in a particular direction (especially length or width or height) a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished one of three Cartesian coordinates that determine a position in space magnitude or extent indicate the dimensions on shape or form to required dimensions
state of being disconnected an unbridgeable disparity (as from a failure of understanding) the act of breaking a connection
direct one's attention on something fasten with a rivet or rivets hold (someone's attention) capable of arousing and holding the attention
something that is remembered the cognitive processes whereby past experience is remembered the power of retaining and recalling past experience an electronic memory device the area of cognitive psychology that studies memory processes
conduit consisting of a long hollow object (usually cylindrical) used to hold and conduct objects or liquids or gases electronic device consisting of a system of electrodes arranged in an evacuated glass or metal envelope a hollow cylindrical shape (anatomy) any hollow cylindrical body structure an electric railway operating below the surface of the ground (usually in a city) provide with a tube or insert a tube into convey in a tube ride or float on an inflated tube place or enclose in a tube
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the lowest brass wind instrument
something reduced to its minimal form a scandal that is kept secret the hard structure (bones and cartilages) that provides a frame for the body of an animal the internal supporting structure that gives an artifact its shape
a small amount (especially of a drink) a young child determine the sum of
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the outside boundary or surface of something a part of the city far removed from the center one of the light or dark bands produced by the interference and diffraction of light a social group holding marginal or extreme views a border of hair that is cut short and hangs across the forehead an ornamental border consisting of short lengths of hanging threads or tassels adorn with a fringe decorate with or as if with a surrounding fringe
an opening that permits escape or release euphemistic expressions for death the act of going out move out of or depart from lose the lead pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life
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take sides for or against
return to its original or usable and functioning condition return to life; get or give new life or energy give or bring back restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken bring back into original existence, use, function, or position
make reference to be relevant to think of, regard, or classify under a subsuming principle or with a general group or in relation to another send or direct for treatment, information, or a decision seek information from have as a meaning use a name to designate
without success
influence in an unfair way cause to be biased favoring one person or side over another
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of or relating to the practice of science conforming with the principles or methods used in science
possession of controlling influence (physics) the rate of doing work; measured in watts (= joules/second) possession of the qualities (especially mental qualities) required to do something or get something done (of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power one possessing or exercising power or influence or authority a mathematical notation indicating the number of times a quantity is multiplied by itself physical strength a state powerful enough to influence events throughout the world a very wealthy or powerful businessman supply the force or power for the functioning of
someone to whom private matters are confided give to understand imply as a possibility marked by close acquaintance, association, or familiarity having or fostering a warm or friendly and informal atmosphere having mutual interests or affections; of established friendship involved in a sexual relationship innermost or essential thoroughly acquainted through study or experience
hold back within allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature secure and keep for possible future use or application keep in one's mind
cutting so as to separate into pieces a minute and critical analysis detailed critical analysis or examination one part at a time (as of a literary work)
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relating to or having the characteristics on an icon
a woman who dances in a chorus line
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a native or inhabitant of Byzantium or of the Byzantine Empire of or relating to the Eastern Orthodox Church or the rites performed in it of or relating to or characteristic of the Byzantine Empire or the ancient city of Byzantium highly complex or intricate and occasionally devious
an organism that has the characteristics of a more primitive type of that organism a reappearance of an earlier characteristic characteristic of an atavist
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exasperate or irritate make furious make worse extremely annoying or displeasing making worse
a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter building material consisting of a piece of rock hewn in a definite shape for a special purpose material consisting of the aggregate of minerals like those making up the Earth's crust a crystalline rock that can be cut and polished for jewelry an avoirdupois unit used to measure the weight of a human body; equal to 14 pounds the hard inner (usually woody) layer of the pericarp of some fruits (as peaches or plums or cherries or olives) that contains the seed United States jurist who was named chief justice of the United States Supreme Court in 1941 by Franklin D. Roosevelt (1872-1946) United States filmmaker (born in 1946) United States feminist and suffragist (1818-1893) United States journalist who advocated liberal causes (1907-1989) United States jurist who served on the United States Supreme Court as chief justice (1872-1946) United States architect (1902-1978) a lack of feeling or expression or movement kill by throwing stones at remove the pits from of any of various dull tannish or grey colors
in a breezy manner
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the place where something begins, where it springs into being properties attributable to your ancestry an event that is a beginning; a first part or stage of subsequent events the point of intersection of coordinate axes; where the values of the coordinates are all zero the source of something's existence or from which it derives or is derived the descendants of one individual
a collection of things wrapped or boxed together a wrapped container (computer science) written programs or procedures or rules and associated documentation pertaining to the operation of a computer system and that are stored in read/write memory put into a box
a dull resonant sound as of a bell ring loudly and deeply
the people or companies engaged in a particular kind of commercial enterprise the organized action of making of goods and services for sale persevering determination to perform a task
something regarded with special favor or liking a special loved one a competitor thought likely to win appealing to the general public preferred above all others and treated with partiality
being of delicate or slender build very narrow having little width in proportion to the length or height small in quantity moving and bending with ease
a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location one of two or more contesting groups either the left or right half of a body a surface forming part of the outside of an object an extended outer surface of an object an aspect of something (as contrasted with some other implied aspect) a line segment forming part of the perimeter of a plane figure a family line of descent a lengthwise dressed half of an animal's carcass used for food an opinion that is held in opposition to another in an argument or dispute an elevated geological formation (sports) the spin given to a ball by striking it on one side or releasing it with a sharp twist take sides for or against located on a side
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a person who lives (or is located) near another a nearby object of the same kind live or be located as a neighbor be located near or adjacent to
a legal document codifying the result of deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body something that people do or cause to happen a subdivision of a play or opera or ballet a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program a manifestation of insincerity perform an action, or work out or perform (an action) behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself play a role or part discharge one's duties pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind be suitable for theatrical performance have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected be engaged in an activity, often for no particular purpose other than pleasure behave unnaturally or affectedly perform on a stage or theater
any plant disease characterized by drooping and shriveling; usually caused by parasites attacking the roots causing to become limp or drooping lose strength become limp
an electrical force linking atoms a certificate of debt (usually interest-bearing or discounted) that is issued by a government or corporation in order to raise money; the issuer is required to pay a fixed sum annually until maturity and then a fixed sum to repay the principal a connection based on kinship or marriage or common interest (criminal law) money that must be forfeited by the bondsman if an accused person fails to appear in court for trial a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner) a connection that fastens things together a superior quality of strong durable white writing paper; originally made for printing documents United States civil rights leader who was elected to the legislature in Georgia but was barred from taking his seat because he opposed the Vietnam War (born 1940) British secret operative 007 in novels by Ian Fleming the property of sticking together (as of glue and wood) or the joining of surfaces of different composition stick to firmly create social or emotional ties issue bonds on bring together in a common cause or emotion
discover again
show, express or direct through movement
in a sensitive manner
an informal expression for a mildly depressed state someone who wastes time move around slowly and aimlessly be apathetic, gloomy, or dazed to wash or wipe with or as if with a mop make a sad face and thrust out one's lower lip
an amateur who engages in an activity without serious intentions and who pretends to have knowledge showing frivolous or superficial interest; amateurish
a game played on ice in which heavy stones with handles are slid toward a target form a curl, curve, or kink shape one's body into a curl wind around something in coils or loops twist or roll into coils or ringlets play the Scottish game of curling of hair having curls
the act of burning something pain that feels hot as if it were on fire a process in which a substance reacts with oxygen to give heat and light execution by electricity execution by fire a form of torture in which cigarettes or cigars or other hot implements are used to burn the victim's skin destroy by fire shine intensely, as if with heat undergo combustion cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort cause to burn or combust feel strong emotion, especially anger or passion cause to undergo combustion burn at the stake spend (significant amounts of money) feel hot or painful burn, sear, or freeze (tissue) using a hot iron or electric current or a caustic agent get a sunburn by overexposure to the sun create by duplicating data use up (energy) burn with heat, fire, or radiation of immediate import
add a flaw or blemish to; make imperfect or defective having a blemish or flaw
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an iconic mental representation (Jungian psychology) a personal facade that one presents to the world a visual representation (of an object or scene or person or abstraction) produced on a surface a standard or typical example language used in a figurative or nonliteral sense someone who closely resembles a famous person (especially an actor) (mathematics) the set of values of the dependent variable for which a function is defined the general impression that something (a person or organization or product) presents to the public a representation of a person (especially in the form of sculpture) render visible, as by means of MRI imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind
highly complex or intricate and occasionally devious marked by repeated turns and bends not straightforward
stubbornly unyielding harshly uninviting or formidable in manner or appearance showing a brooding ill humor
having legs of a specified kind or number
mentally sluggish
any of various mostly cold-blooded aquatic vertebrates usually having scales and breathing through gills the flesh of fish used as food (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Pisces the twelfth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about February 19 to March 20 seek indirectly catch or try to catch fish or shellfish
small quantity of fried batter containing fruit or meat or vegetables spend frivolously and unwisely
full of life and energy full of zest or vigor quick and energetic elastic; rebounds readily filled with events or activity full of spirit
an organization to gain political power a group of people gathered together for pleasure a band of people associated temporarily in some activity an occasion on which people can assemble for social interaction and entertainment a person involved in legal proceedings have or participate in a party
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a word picture of a person's appearance and character acting the part of a character on stage; dramatically representing the character by speech and action and gesture a representation by picture or portraiture any likeness of a person, in any medium representation by drawing or painting etc
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in a conceptual manner
with regard to technique with regard to technical skill and the technology available according to the exact meaning; according to the facts
a white sparkling wine either produced in Champagne or resembling that produced there emitting or filled with bubbles as from carbonation or fermentation full of or showing high spirits
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(law) a gift of personal property by will
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vulgar or irreverent speech or action
a stiff fiber (coarse hair or filament); natural or synthetic a stiff hair be in a state of movement or action rise up as in fear have or be thickly covered with or as if with bristles react in an offended or angry manner
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a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location one of two or more contesting groups either the left or right half of a body a surface forming part of the outside of an object an extended outer surface of an object an aspect of something (as contrasted with some other implied aspect) a line segment forming part of the perimeter of a plane figure a family line of descent a lengthwise dressed half of an animal's carcass used for food an opinion that is held in opposition to another in an argument or dispute an elevated geological formation (sports) the spin given to a ball by striking it on one side or releasing it with a sharp twist take sides for or against
a traditional story accepted as history; serves to explain the world view of a people
a loud low dull continuous noise a servant's seat (or luggage compartment) in the rear of a carriage a fight between rival gangs of adolescents make a low noise to utter or emit low dull rumbling sounds
lacking the thinking capacity characteristic of a conscious being requiring little mental effort not mindful or attentive devoid of intelligence not marked by the use of reason
producing no result or effect unproductive of success
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the edge of a piece of cloth; especially the finished edge that has been doubled under and stitched down the utterance of a sound similar to clearing the throat; intended to get attention, express hesitancy, fill a pause, hide embarrassment, warn a friend, etc. fold over and sew together to provide with a hem utter `hem' or `ahem'
a flexible board for jumping upward a beginning from which an enterprise is launched
a hollow globule of gas (e.g., air or carbon dioxide) a speculative scheme that depends on unstable factors that the planner cannot control an impracticable and illusory idea a dome-shaped covering made of transparent glass or plastic form, produce, or emit bubbles flow in an irregular current with a bubbling noise rise in bubbles or as if in bubbles cause to form bubbles expel gas from the stomach
showing sustained enthusiastic action with unflagging vitality characterized by hard work and perseverance
United States general in the Union Army who was defeated at Chancellorsville by Robert E. Lee (1814-1879) English theologian (1554-1600) a prostitute who attracts customers by walking the streets a golfer whose shots typically curve left (for right-handed golfers) (rugby) the player in the middle of the front row of the scrum who tries to capture the ball with the foot
involving persons of different religious faiths
offensive to the mind
come or bring to a finish or an end; others finished in over 4 hours" bring to a whole, with all the necessary parts or elements complete or carry out complete a pass write all the required information onto a form having every necessary or normal part or component or step perfect and complete in every respect; having all necessary qualities highly skilled without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers having come or been brought to a conclusion
feel sadness observe the customs of mourning after the death of a loved one
the activity of flying a glider move smoothly and effortlessly fly in or as if in a glider plane cause to move or pass silently, smoothly, or imperceptibly
characterized by lust
as a devil; in an evil manner
relating to human society and its members
act of taking the place of another especially using underhanded tactics an event in which something is displaced without rotation the act of uniform movement (chemistry) a reaction in which an elementary substance displaces and sets free a constituent element from a compound (psychiatry) a defense mechanism that transfers affect or reaction from the original object to some more acceptable one to move something from its natural environment act of removing from office or employment
someone new to a field or activity a person who founds or establishes some institution
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(ethnic slur) offensive term for a person of Irish descent
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continue to live through hardship or adversity continue in existence after (an adversity, etc.) support oneself live longer than
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a person who is almost identical to another a group of genetically identical cells or organisms derived from a single cell or individual by some kind of asexual reproduction an unauthorized copy or imitation make multiple identical copies of
a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way ridicule with satire
the practical application of science to commerce or industry the discipline dealing with the art or science of applying scientific knowledge to practical problems
anything of material value or usefulness that is owned by a person or company a useful or valuable quality
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meat (especially beef) cut in strips and dried in the sun lacking a steady rhythm marked by abrupt transitions having or revealing stupidity
marked by courage and determination in the face of difficulties or danger; robust and uninhibited; it was a gutsy thing to do" showing courage
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any plant of the genus Silene
the act of pulling; applying force to move something toward or with you the force used in pulling special advantage or influence a device used for pulling something a sharp strain on muscles or ligaments a slow inhalation (as of tobacco smoke) a sustained effort cause to move by pulling direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes move into a certain direction apply force so as to cause motion towards the source of the motion perform an act, usually with a negative connotation bring, take, or pull out of a container or from under a cover steer into a certain direction strain abnormally cause to move in a certain direction by exerting a force upon, either physically or in an abstract sense operate when rowing a boat rein in to keep from winning a race tear or be torn violently hit in the direction that the player is facing when carrying through the swing strip of feathers remove, usually with some force or effort; also used in an abstract sense take sides with; align oneself with; show strong sympathy for take away
the act of moving hurriedly and in a careless manner a sudden forceful flow grasslike plants growing in wet places and having cylindrical often hollow stems physician and American Revolutionary leader; signer of the Declaration of Independence (1745-1813) the swift release of a store of affective force a sudden burst of activity (American football) an attempt to advance the ball by running into the line move fast attack suddenly urge to an unnatural speed act or move at high speed run with the ball, in football cause to move fast or to rush or race cause to occur rapidly not accepting reservations done under pressure
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(economics) a market in which there are many buyers but only one seller exclusive control or possession of something a board game in which players try to gain a monopoly on real estate as pieces advance around the board according to the throw of a die
lining of the stomach of a ruminant (especially a bovine) used as food nonsensical talk or writing
the property of being strong and healthy in constitution the characteristic of being strong enough to withstand intellectual challenge
a deceptive maneuver (especially to avoid capture)
a golfer who is putting the iron normally used on the putting green work lightly do random, unplanned work or activities or spend time idly move around aimlessly
impart skills or knowledge to accustom gradually to some action or attitude
make soiled, filthy, or dirty soiled or likely to soil with dirt or grime (of behavior or especially language) characterized by obscenity or indecency vile; despicable spreading pollution or contamination; especially radioactive contamination contaminated with infecting organisms (of color) discolored by impurities; not bright and clear (of a manuscript) defaced with changes obtained illegally or by improper means expressing or revealing hostility or dislike violating accepted standards or rules unethical or dishonest unpleasantly stormy
cleaning with a mop to wash or wipe with or as if with a mop make a sad face and thrust out one's lower lip
be shiny, as if wet throw a glance at; take a brief look at having brief brilliant points or flashes of light
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with regard to social relationships involving authority with regard to government
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a journey for some purpose (usually including the return) a hallucinatory experience induced by drugs an accidental misstep threatening (or causing) a fall an exciting or stimulating experience a catch mechanism that acts as a switch a light or nimble tread an unintentional but embarrassing blunder miss a step and fall or nearly fall cause to stumble make a trip for pleasure put in motion or move to act get high, stoned, or drugged
a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated
devoid of or deficient in light or brightness; shadowed or black (used of color) having a dark hue brunet (used of hair or skin or eyes) stemming from evil characteristics or forces; wicked or dishonorable secret showing a brooding ill humor lacking enlightenment or knowledge or culture marked by difficulty of style or expression causing dejection having skin rich in melanin pigments not giving performances; closed
provide details for assign to a specific task developed or executed with care and in minute detail
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically follow a procedure or take a course move away from a place into another direction enter or assume a certain state or condition be awarded; be allotted have a particular form stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point follow a certain course be abolished or discarded be or continue to be in a certain condition make a certain noise or sound perform as expected when applied to be spent or finished progress by being changed continue to live through hardship or adversity pass, fare, or elapse; of a certain state of affairs or action pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life be in the right place or situation be ranked or compare begin or set in motion have a turn; make one's move in a game be contained in be sounded, played, or expressed blend or harmonize lead, extend, or afford access be the right size or shape; fit correctly or as desired go through in search of something; search through someone's belongings in an unauthorized way be spent give support (to) or make a choice (of) one out of a group or number stop operating or functioning destroyed or killed dead well in the past; former no longer retained
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a percussion instrument consisting of a metal plate that is struck with a softheaded drumstick a percussion instrument consisting of a set of tuned bells that are struck with a hammer; used as an orchestral instrument sound a gong
run away from confinement fail to experience escape potentially unpleasant consequences; get away with a forbidden action be incomprehensible to; escape understanding by remove oneself from a familiar environment, usually for pleasure or diversion flee; take to one's heels; cut and run issue or leak, as from a small opening
a public promotion of some product or service in the Christian era; used before dates after the supposed year Christ was born
like or characteristic of or befitting a brother (archaic as adverb) in a brotherly manner
without cause costing nothing unnecessary and unwarranted
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definite but not specified or identified having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured established beyond doubt or question; definitely known certain to occur; destined or inevitable established irrevocably reliable in operation or effect exercising or taking care great enough to bring assurance
distinctive manner of oral expression special importance or significance the usage or vocabulary that is characteristic of a specific group of people the relative prominence of a syllable or musical note (especially with regard to stress or pitch) a diacritical mark used to indicate stress or placed above a vowel to indicate a special pronunciation to stress, single out as important put stress on; utter with an accent
the act of taking something from someone unlawfully avoiding detection by moving carefully take without the owner's consent move stealthily steal a base
a radioactive transuranic metallic element; discovered by bombarding uranium with helium atoms a master's degree in arts and sciences modulation of the amplitude of the (radio) carrier wave have the quality of being; (copula, used with an adjective or a predicate noun) be identical to; be someone or something occupy a certain position or area; be somewhere have an existence, be extant happen, occur, take place; this was during the visit to my parents' house" be identical or equivalent to form or compose work in a specific place, with a specific subject, or in a specific function represent, as of a character on stage spend or use time have life, be alive to remain unmolested, undisturbed, or uninterrupted -- used only in infinitive form be priced at
a silvery ductile metallic element found primarily in bauxite a state in the southeastern United States on the Gulf of Mexico; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War
a period of time during which there is armed conflict
an associate degree in nursing
a very poisonous metallic element that has three allotropic forms; arsenic and arsenic compounds are used as herbicides and insecticides and various alloys; found in arsenopyrite and orpiment and realgar a United States territory on the eastern part of the island of Samoa a metric unit of length equal to one ten billionth of a meter (or 0.0001 micron); used to specify wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation any of several fat-soluble vitamins essential for normal vision; prevents night blindness or inflammation or dryness of the eyes one of the four nucleotides used in building DNA; all four nucleotides have a common phosphate group and a sugar (ribose) (biochemistry) purine base found in DNA and RNA; pairs with thymine in DNA and with uracil in RNA the basic unit of electric current adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites the 1st letter of the Roman alphabet the blood group whose red cells carry the A antigen to the same degree (often followed by `as')
issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end following immediately and as a result of what went before
a highly unstable radioactive element (the heaviest of the halogen series); a decay product of uranium and thorium 100 at equal 1 kip in Laos
feel about uncertainly or blindly make one's way clumsily or blindly handle clumsily make a mess of, destroy or ruin drop or juggle or fail to play cleanly a grounder showing lack of skill or aptitude
the act of traveling by foot (baseball) an advance to first base by a batter who receives four balls manner of walking the act of walking somewhere a path set aside for walking a slow gait of a horse in which two feet are always on the ground careers in general use one's feet to advance; advance by steps accompany or escort obtain a base on balls traverse or cover by walking give a base on balls to live or behave in a specified manner be or act in association with walk at a pace make walk take a walk; go for a walk; walk for pleasure
look attentively follow with the eyes or the mind see or watch observe with attention be vigilant, be on the lookout or be careful observe or determine by looking find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort
a support or foundation a position of great esteem (and supposed superiority) an architectural support or base (as for a column or statue)
occupy in an agreeable, entertaining or pleasant fashion make (somebody) laugh pleasantly occupied
a reflex motion caused by cold or fear or excitement move or jerk quickly and involuntarily up and down or sideways
the first light of day the earliest period an opening time period become clear or enter one's consciousness or emotions appear or develop become light
the best people or things in a group the part of milk containing the butterfat toiletry consisting of any of various substances in the form of a thick liquid that have a soothing and moisturizing effect when applied to the skin make creamy by beating beat thoroughly and conclusively in a competition or fight put on cream, as on one's face or body remove from the surface add cream to one's coffee, for example
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a silky-coated sheepdog with a long ruff and long narrow head developed in Scotland
in an ideal manner
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a blood-red color confidently optimistic and cheerful inclined to a healthy reddish color often associated with outdoor life
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the state of being hollow: having an empty space within the property of having a sunken area the quality of not being open or truthful; deceitful or hypocritical
a person who has received a degree from a school (high school or college or university) a measuring instrument for measuring fluid volume; a glass container (cup or cylinder or flask) whose sides are marked with or divided into amounts receive an academic degree upon completion of one's studies confer an academic degree upon make fine adjustments or divide into marked intervals for optimal measuring of or relating to studies beyond a bachelor's degree
the contemplation of your own thoughts and desires and conduct
closely constrained or constricted or constricting pulled or drawn tight set so close together as to be invulnerable to penetration pressed tightly together (used of persons or behavior) characterized by or indicative of lack of generosity affected by scarcity and expensive to borrow of such close construction as to be impermeable of textiles securely or solidly fixed in place; rigid (of a contest or contestants) evenly matched very drunk exasperatingly difficult to handle or circumvent demanding strict attention to rules and procedures packed closely together firmly or closely in an attentive manner
express or state indirectly suggest as a logically necessary consequence; in logic have as a logical consequence suggest that someone is guilty have as a necessary feature
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produce a literary work closely confined
incapable of being explained or accounted for difficult to understand
street name for lysergic acid diethylamide
all the people living at the same time or of approximately the same age a person of nearly the same age as another
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easily forgotten
dismiss from the mind; stop remembering be unable to remember forget to do something leave behind unintentionally
a measure of the depth of water taken with a sounding line the act of measuring depth of water (usually with a sounding line) appear in a certain way make a certain noise or sound give off a certain sound or sounds announce by means of a sound utter with vibrating vocal chords cause to sound measure the depth of (a body of water) with a sounding line appearing to be as specified; usually used as combining forms having volume or deepness making or having a sound as specified; used as a combining form
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something acquired without compensation natural abilities or qualities the act of giving give qualities or abilities to give as a present; make a gift of
any commodity of intermediate quality or size (especially when coarse particles of ground wheat are mixed with bran) put in the middle lacking exceptional quality or ability to a moderately sufficient extent or degree
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English actress (1847-1928) a pile fabric (usually cotton) with uncut loops on both sides; used to make bath towels and bath robes
make a resonant sound, like artillery hit hard be the case that thunder is being heard make a deep hollow sound grow vigorously very lively and profitable used of the voice
the state of being weak in health or body (especially from old age)
the articulation of speech regarded from the point of view of its intelligibility to the audience the manner in which something is expressed in words
not to be trusted having concealed difficulty marked by skill in deception
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catch on a snag get by acting quickly and smartly hew jaggedly
an anthology of articles on a related subject or an anthology of the works of a single author a vehicle carrying many passengers; used for public transport providing for many things at once
a cunning or deceitful action or device a period of work or duty an attempt to get you to do something foolish or imprudent a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement an illusory feat; considered magical by naive observers a prostitute's customer (card games) in a single round, the sequence of cards played by all the players; the high card is the winner deceive somebody
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a covering to disguise or conceal the face activity that tries to conceal something a party of guests wearing costumes and masks a protective covering worn over the face hide under a false appearance put a mask on or cover with a mask make unrecognizable cover with a sauce shield from light
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Italian painter whose many paintings exemplify the ideals of the High Renaissance (1483-1520) an archangel of the Hebrew tradition
the property of a body that causes it to have weight in a gravitational field (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent an ill-structured collection of similar things (objects or people) (Roman Catholic Church and Protestant Churches) the celebration of the Eucharist a body of matter without definite shape the common people generally the property of something that is great in magnitude a musical setting for a Mass a sequence of prayers constituting the Christian Eucharistic rite join together into a mass or collect or form a mass formed of separate units gathered into a mass or whole
(Old Testament) in Judeo-Christian mythology; the first man and the husband of Eve and the progenitor of the human race Scottish architect who designed many public buildings in England and Scotland (1728-1792) street names for methylenedioxymethamphetamine
mental responsiveness and awareness refined sensitivity to pleasurable or painful impressions (physiology) responsiveness to external stimuli; the faculty of sensation
an original creation (i.e., an audio recording) from which copies can be made something that serves as a model or a basis for making copies preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed (of e.g. information) not secondhand or by way of something intermediary being or productive of something fresh and unusual; or being as first made or thought of not derived or copied or translated from something else; not an adaptation"
excessively eager
an involuntary spasm of ineffectual vomiting eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth make an unsuccessful effort to vomit; strain to vomit
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deem to be give careful consideration to take into consideration for exemplifying purposes show consideration for; take into account think about carefully; weigh judge or regard; look upon; judge look at attentively look at carefully; study mentally regard or treat with consideration, respect, and esteem
perceptible by the senses or intellect capable of being perceived clearly capable of being seen or noticed
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inborn pattern of behavior often responsive to specific stimuli
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temporary loss of strength and energy resulting from hard physical or mental work
experience anew take up anew take back by force, as after a battle capture again
the remains of something that has been destroyed or broken up
covering with a design in which one element covers a part of another (as with tiles or shingles) lie partly over or alongside of something or of one another pass the tongue over move with or cause to move with a whistling or hissing sound take up with the tongue wash or flow against
conformity with rules or standards ability to make judgments free from discrimination or dishonesty the property of having a naturally light complexion the quality of being good looking and attractive
(Greek mythology) the husband of Medea and leader of the Argonauts who sailed in quest of the Golden Fleece
showing a high degree of refinement and the assurance that comes from wide social experience
events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something a justification for something existing or happening a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end any entity that produces an effect or is responsible for events or results a comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner
in an improper way
the quality of language that is comprehensible
a car driven by a person whose job is to take passengers where they want to go in exchange for money
(often followed by `to') giving care or attention taking heed; giving close and thoughtful attention
a showy decoration that is basically valueless a thread with glittering metal foil attached impart a cheap brightness to adorn with tinsel interweave with tinsel
designed to arouse lust
broadcasting visual images of stationary or moving objects an electronic device that receives television signals and displays them on a screen
the closing section of a musical composition
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lacking definite form or limits full of or covered with clouds (of liquids) clouded as with sediment
prose writing that is not fictional
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the posterior part of the body of a vertebrate especially when elongated and extending beyond the trunk or main part of the body the time of the last part of something any projection that resembles the tail of an animal the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on a spy employed to follow someone and report their movements (usually plural) the reverse side of a coin that does not bear the representation of a person's head the rear part of an aircraft the rear part of a ship go after with the intent to catch remove or shorten the tail of an animal remove the stalk of fruits or berries
biting and grinding food in your mouth so it becomes soft enough to swallow chew (food); to bite and grind with the teeth
cheat somebody out of what is due, especially money hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of evade payment to escape, either physically or mentally
savory dressings for salads; basically of two kinds: either the thin French or vinaigrette type or the creamy mayonnaise type a mixture of seasoned ingredients used to stuff meats and vegetables making fertile as by applying fertilizer or manure a cloth covering for a wound or sore processes in the conversion of rough hides into leather the activity of getting dressed; putting on clothes the act of applying a bandage put on clothes provide with clothes or put clothes on put a finish on dress in a certain manner dress or groom with elaborate care kill and prepare for market or consumption arrange in ranks decorate (food), as with parsley or other ornamental foods provide with decoration put a dressing on cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of cut down rough-hewn (lumber) to standard thickness and width convert into leather apply a bandage or medication to give a neat appearance to arrange attractively
a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure express with a smile
the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit the act of governing; exercising authority (government) the system or form by which a community or other political unit is governed the study of government of states and other political units
a brittle silver-white metalloid element that is related to selenium and sulfur; it is used in alloys and as a semiconductor; occurs mainly as tellurides in ores of copper and nickel and silver and gold the syllable naming the seventh (subtonic) note of any musical scale in solmization
the north central region of the United States (sometimes called the heartland or the breadbasket of America)
a standard or model or pattern regarded as typical a statistic describing the location of a distribution
not deserved or earned
give money, usually in exchange for goods or services convey, as of a compliment, regards, attention, etc.; bestow cancel or discharge a debt bring in do or give something to somebody in return dedicate be worth it render bear (a cost or penalty), in recompense for some action make a compensation for discharge or settle yielding a fair profit for which money is paid
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overcome by superior force overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuli
in a moving manner
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not feeling or showing gratitude not likely to be rewarded
someone who communicates by waving the act of pausing uncertainly the act of moving back and forth pause or hold back in uncertainty or unwillingness be unsure or weak move hesitatingly, as if about to give way move or sway in a rising and falling or wavelike pattern move back and forth very rapidly sway to and fro give off unsteady sounds, alternating in amplitude or frequency
English poet (born in 1930) United States writer (1902-1967) United States industrialist who was an aviator and a film producer; during the last years of his life he was a total recluse (1905-1976) United States jurist who served as chief justice of the United States Supreme Court (1862-1948)
a film or TV program presenting the facts about a person or event
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a particularly baffling problem that is said to have a correct solution a game that tests your ingenuity be a mystery or bewildering to be uncertain about; think about without fully understanding or being able to decide
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characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion informal or natural; especially caught off guard or unprepared openly straightforward and direct without reserve or secretiveness
a daily written record of (usually personal) experiences and observations a personal journal (as a physical object)
an explanation of something that is not immediately obvious make sense of; assign a meaning to give an interpretation or explanation to give an interpretation or rendition of create an image or likeness of restate (words) from one language into another language make sense of a language
unoriginality as a result of being dull and hackneyed having lost purity and freshness as a consequence of aging
a state at a particular time an assumption on which rests the validity or effect of something else a mode of being or form of existence of a person or thing information that should be kept in mind when making a decision the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape') an illness, disease, or other medical problem (usually plural) a statement of what is required as part of an agreement the procedure that is varied in order to estimate a variable's effect by comparison with a control condition establish a conditioned response develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement put into a better state apply conditioner to in order to make smooth and shiny
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clarify by giving an example of depict with an illustration supply with illustrations
a plant of the genus Aquilegia having irregular showy spurred flowers; north temperate regions especially mountains
a telegram sent abroad a conductor for transmitting electrical or optical signals or electric power a very strong thick rope made of twisted hemp or steel wire a nautical unit of depth television that is transmitted over cable directly to the receiver a television system that transmits over cables send cables, wires, or telegrams fasten with a cable
be present or associated with an event or entity go or travel along with perform an accompaniment to be a companion to somebody following or accompanying as a consequence
reckless or malicious behavior that causes discomfort or annoyance in others the use of tricks to deceive someone (usually to extract money from them)
flattery intended to persuade loud and confused and empty talk speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering have a lengthy discussion, usually between people of different backgrounds
the act of stealing robbery at gunpoint commit a burglary; enter and rob a dwelling
the production of eggs (especially in birds) put into a certain place or abstract location put in a horizontal position prepare or position for action or operation lay eggs impose as a duty, burden, or punishment
become part of; become a member of a group or organization cause to become joined or linked come into the company of make contact or come together be or become joined or united or linked of or relating to two people who are married to each other connected by a link, as railway cars or trailer trucks
to an insufficient degree
a garment size for a large person above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent fairly large or important in effect; influential ostentatiously lofty in style generous and understanding and tolerant conspicuous in position or importance having broad power and range and scope in an advanced stage of pregnancy at a distance, wide of something (as of a mark) with the wind abaft the beam in a boastful manner
fit as if by joints provide with a joint fasten with a joint separate (meat) at the joint having joints or jointed segments; 
a loose material consisting of grains of rock or coral French writer known for works concerning women's rights and independence (1804-1876) fortitude and determination rub with sandpaper
mentally healthy; free from mental disorder marked by sound judgment
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annoy continually or chronically make a pillaging or destructive raid on (a place), as in wartimes
the slender part of the back a garment size for a small person limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent limited in size or scope (of children and animals) young, immature slight or limited; especially in degree or intensity or scope low or inferior in station or quality lowercase (of a voice) faint have fine or very small constituent particles not large but sufficient in size or amount made to seem smaller or less (especially in worth) on a small scale
an elaborate or deceitful scheme contrived to deceive or evade a quick evasive movement a statement that evades the question by cleverness or trickery make a sudden movement in a new direction so as to avoid move to and fro or from place to place usually in an irregular course avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)
a shifty deceptive person small oval cake of corn bread baked or fried (chiefly southern)
a lightweight horse kept for riding only the act of climbing something a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill a mounting consisting of a piece of metal (as in a ring or other jewelry) that holds a gem in place something forming a back that is added for strengthening attach to a support go up or advance fix onto a backing, setting, or support put up or launch get up on the back of go upward with gradual or continuous progress prepare and supply with the necessary equipment for execution or performance copulate with
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a cgs unit of dynamic viscosity equal to one dyne-second per square centimeter; the viscosity of a fluid in which a force of one dyne per square centimeter maintains a velocity of 1 centimeter per second a state of being balanced in a stable equilibrium great coolness and composure under strain be motionless, in suspension prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant or difficult cause to be balanced or suspended hold or carry in equilibrium
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characterized by method and orderliness
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the time that has elapsed a earlier period in someone's life (especially one that they have reason to keep secret) a verb tense that expresses actions or states in the past earlier than the present time; no longer current of a person who has held and relinquished a position or office so as to pass a given point
by custom; according to common practice
something intended to communicate a particular impression something shown to the public a visual representation of something behavior that makes your feelings public exhibiting openly in public view an electronic device that represents information in visual form to show, make visible or apparent attract attention by displaying some body part or posing; of animals
(baseball) an advance to first base by a batter who receives four balls (military) a written leave of absence (American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate the location in a range of mountains of a geological formation that is lower than the surrounding peaks any authorization to pass or go somewhere a document indicating permission to do something without restrictions a flight or run by an aircraft over a target a bad or difficult situation or state of affairs a difficult juncture one complete cycle of operations (as by a computer) you advance to the next round in a tournament without playing an opponent a permit to enter or leave a military installation a complimentary ticket a usually brief attempt (sports) the act of throwing the ball to another member of your team success in satisfying a test or requirement (ballet) a step in dancing (especially in classical ballet) go across or through move past make laws, bills, etc. or bring into effect by legislation pass by place into the hands or custody of stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point travel past come to pass go unchallenged; be approved pass time in a specific way pass over, across, or through transmit information disappear gradually go successfully through a test or a selection process be superior or better than some standard accept or judge as acceptable allow to go without comment or censure transfer to another; of rights or property pass into a specified state or condition throw (a ball) to another player be inherited by cause to pass grant authorization or clearance for pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life eliminate from the body of advancing the ball by throwing it
close fighting during the culmination of a military attack a threatened or attempted physical attack by someone who appears to be able to cause bodily harm if not stopped thoroughbred that won the triple crown in 1946 the crime of forcing a woman to submit to sexual intercourse against her will attack someone physically or emotionally force (someone) to have sex against their will attack in speech or writing
feeling a need to see others suffer the quality of threatening evil
the act of investing; laying out money or capital in an enterprise with the expectation of profit money that is invested with an expectation of profit the commitment of something other than money (time, energy, or effort) to a project with the expectation of some worthwhile result outer layer or covering of an organ or part or organism the act of putting on robes or vestments the ceremonial act of clothing someone in the insignia of an office; the formal promotion of a person to an office or rank
an unaccented beat (especially the last beat of a measure) informal terms; strikingly unconventional
showing unselfish concern for the welfare of others
of or relating to or caused by hormones
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a timepiece that shows the time of day measure the time or duration of an event or action or the person who performs an action in a certain period of time
a more or less vertical column of air whirling around itself as it moves over the surface of the Earth
a self-contained part of a larger composition (written or musical) a very thin slice (of tissue or mineral or other substance) for examination under a microscope a distinct region or subdivision of a territorial or political area or community or group of people one of several parts or pieces that fit with others to constitute a whole object a small team of policemen working as part of a police platoon one of the portions into which something is regarded as divided and which together constitute a whole a land unit equal to 1 square mile (geometry) the area created by a plane cutting through a solid a small class of students who are part of a larger course but are taught separately a division of an orchestra containing all instruments of the same class a small army unit usually having a special function a specialized division of a large organization a segment of a citrus fruit the cutting of or into body tissues or organs (especially by a surgeon as part of an operation) divide into segments
a short light gust of air a lefteye flounder found in coastal waters from New England to Brazil a strikeout resulting from the batter swinging at and missing the ball for the third strike perceive by inhaling through the nose drive or carry as if by a puff of air strike out by swinging and missing the pitch charged as the third smoke and exhale strongly utter with a puff of air
a pressing or urgent situation a sudden unforeseen crisis (usually involving danger) that requires immediate action
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engage in a rehearsal (of)
briefly giving the gist of something
a person with advanced knowledge of one or more sciences
a line of approach a wide street or thoroughfare
a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps) an acting technique introduced by Stanislavsky in which the actor recalls emotions or reactions from his or her own life and uses them to identify with the character being portrayed
the opposition or dissimilarity of things that are compared the act of distinguishing by comparing differences a conceptual separation or distinction the perceptual effect of the juxtaposition of very different colors the range of optical density and tone on a photographic negative or print (or the extent to which adjacent areas on a television screen differ in brightness) put in opposition to show or emphasize differences to show differences when compared; be different
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the speech act of making something evident make visible make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret disclose directly or through prophets disclosing unintentionally showing or making known
think moodily or anxiously about something originate (in) inhabit or live in; be an inhabitant of exist or be situated within come back to
the time when the Moon is fully illuminated beat for the purpose of cleaning and thickening make (a garment) fuller by pleating or gathering increase in phase containing as much or as many as is possible or normal constituting the full quantity or extent; complete complete in extent or degree and in every particular filled to satisfaction with food or drink (of sound) having marked deepness and body having the normally expected amount being at a peak or culminating point having ample fabric to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (`full' in this sense is used as a combining form)
chopped meat mixed with potatoes and browned purified resinous extract of the hemp plant; used as a hallucinogen chop up
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a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards move forward by leaps and bounds pass abruptly from one state or topic to another jump down from an elevated point cause to jump or leap
portray in words make a portrait of assume or act the character of represent abstractly, for example in a painting, drawing, or sculpture
someone who flees from an uncongenial situation someone who is sought by law officers; someone trying to elude justice lasting for a markedly brief time
a period of time assigned for work an indefinite period of time a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day clock time a special and memorable period distance measured by the time taken to cover it
showing mental alertness and calculation and resourcefulness elegant and stylish characterized by quickness and ease in learning improperly forward or bold painfully severe quick and brisk capable of independent and apparently intelligent action
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form intrigues (for) in an underhand manner devise a system or form a scheme for used of persons concealing crafty designs for advancing your own interest
not rewarding; not providing personal satisfaction
dull and tiresome but with pretensions of significance or originality
someone who writes plays
a movement back from an impact an adverse reaction to some political or social occurrence come back to the originator of an action with an undesired effect
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someone subject to melancholia characterized by or causing or expressing sadness
extreme depression characterized by tearful sadness and irrational fears
reduce in scope while retaining essential elements shorten (of clothing) very short cut short in duration
the cardinal number that is the sum of thirteen and one being one more than thirteen
a coastal area between La Spezia in Italy and Cannes in France
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(of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering harsh resembling a beast; showing lack of human sensibility disagreeably direct and precise
a form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement a representation of a person or scene in the form of a print or transparent slide; recorded by a camera on light-sensitive material
the head of a religious order; in an abbey the prior is next below the abbot earlier in time
not many times
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a party of people assembled to promote sociability and communal activity relating to human society and its members living together or enjoying life in communities or organized groups relating to or belonging to or characteristic of high society composed of sociable people or formed for the purpose of sociability tending to move or live together in groups or colonies of the same kind marked by friendly companionship with others
something done (usually as opposed to something said) the state of being active a military engagement a process existing in or produced by nature (rather than by the intent of human beings) the series of events that form a plot the trait of being active and energetic and forceful the operating part that transmits power to a mechanism a judicial proceeding brought by one party against another; one party prosecutes another for a wrong done or for protection of a right or for prevention of a wrong an act by a government body or supranational organization the most important or interesting work or activity in a specific area or field institute legal proceedings against; file a suit against put in effect
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kill intentionally and with premeditation alter so as to make unrecognizable
your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you) an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that leads to a favorable outcome
the taste experience when sugar dissolves in the mouth the property of tasting as if it contains sugar a pleasingly sweet olfactory property the quality of giving pleasure
be relevant to be on the mind of feeling or showing worry or solicitude involved in or affected by or having a claim to or share in culpably involved
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the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising
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to travel behind, go after, come after be later in time come as a logical consequence; follow logically travel along a certain course act in accordance with someone's rules, commands, or wishes come after in time, as a result behave in accordance or in agreement with be next choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans to bring something about at a later time than imitate in behavior; take as a model follow, discover, or ascertain the course of development of something follow with the eyes or the mind be the successor (of) perform an accompaniment to keep informed to be the product or result accept and follow the leadership or command or guidance of adhere to or practice work in a specific place, with a specific subject, or in a specific function keep under surveillance follow in or as if in pursuit grasp the meaning keep to
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take milk from female mammals exploit as much as possible add milk to
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call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) stop sleeping summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic cause to be alert and energetic cause to become awake or conscious to begin moving, "As the thunder started the sleeping children began to stir" stimulate sexually aroused to action emotionally aroused brought to a state of great tension feeling great sexual desire keenly excited (especially sexually) or indicating excitement (of persons) excessively affected by emotion
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a healthy capacity for vigorous activity an imaginative lively style (especially style of writing)
relating to or characteristic of conspiracy or conspirators
the removal of covering lay bare make public lay bare prevent from entering; keep out render unsuitable for passage expel, as if by official decree secure with, or as if with, bars
an exaggerated expression (usually of praise) the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development the superlative form of an adjective or adverb highest in quality
within a building
the act of pulling; applying force to move something toward or with you the force used in pulling special advantage or influence a device used for pulling something a sharp strain on muscles or ligaments a slow inhalation (as of tobacco smoke) a sustained effort cause to move by pulling direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes move into a certain direction apply force so as to cause motion towards the source of the motion perform an act, usually with a negative connotation bring, take, or pull out of a container or from under a cover steer into a certain direction strain abnormally cause to move in a certain direction by exerting a force upon, either physically or in an abstract sense operate when rowing a boat rein in to keep from winning a race tear or be torn violently hit in the direction that the player is facing when carrying through the swing strip of feathers remove, usually with some force or effort; also used in an abstract sense take sides with; align oneself with; show strong sympathy for take away
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an adulterous woman; a woman who has an ongoing extramarital sexual relationship with a man a woman schoolteacher (especially one regarded as strict) a woman master who directs the work of others
the arousal of feelings of sexual desire
a social group within a national culture that has distinctive patterns of behavior and beliefs
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heighten or intensify make lively
an intelligent dog with a heavy curly solid-colored coat that is usually clipped; an old breed sometimes trained as sporting dogs or as performing dogs
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a smooth lustrous round structure inside the shell of a clam or oyster; much valued as a jewel a shade of white the color of bleached bones a shape that is spherical and small gather pearls, from oysters in the ocean
collection of records especially about an institution a depository containing historical records and documents put into an archive
the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one denoting a quantity consisting of six items or units
English linguist who contributed to linguistic semantics and to prosodic phonology and who was noted for his insistence on studying both sound and meaning in context (1890-1960) a long narrow estuary (especially in Scotland)
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stay too long
English statesman who opposed Henry VIII's divorce from Catherine of Aragon and was imprisoned and beheaded; recalled for his concept of Utopia, the ideal state (comparative of `much' used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree (comparative of `many' used with count nouns) quantifier meaning greater in number used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs comparative of much; to a greater degree or extent
a juvenile between the onset of puberty and maturity being of the age 13 through 19
a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle the entrance (the space in a wall) through which you enter or leave a room or building; the space that a door can close anything providing a means of access (or escape) a structure where people live or work (usually ordered along a street or road) a room that is entered via a door
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a psychological state induced by (or as if induced by) a magical incantation a time for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else) a period of indeterminate length (usually short) marked by some action or condition a verbal formula believed to have magical force orally recite the letters of or give the spelling of indicate or signify write or name the letters that comprise the conventionally accepted form of (a word or part of a word) relieve (someone) from work by taking a turn place under a spell take turns working
the real physical matter of which a person or thing consists the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience the idea that is intended material of a particular kind or constitution considerable capital (wealth or income) what a communication that is about something is about a particular kind or species of matter with uniform properties
a state of active curiosity
a word picture of a person's appearance and character acting the part of a character on stage; dramatically representing the character by speech and action and gesture a representation by picture or portraiture any likeness of a person, in any medium representation by drawing or painting etc
an institution created to conduct business small military unit; usually two or three platoons the state of being with someone organization of performers and associated personnel (especially theatrical) a social or business visitor a social gathering of guests or companions a band of people associated temporarily in some activity crew of a ship including the officers; the whole force or personnel of a ship a unit of firefighters including their equipment be a companion to somebody
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a cleaning implement for sweeping; bundle of straws or twigs attached to a long handle any of various shrubs of the genera Cytisus or Genista or Spartium having long slender branches and racemes of yellow flowers common Old World heath represented by many varieties; low evergreen grown widely in the northern hemisphere sweep with a broom or as if with a broom finish with a broom
disability of walking due to crippling of the legs or feet an imperfection or defectiveness
a person who is pursuing and trying to overtake or capture a person who pursues some plan or goal
eagerly desirous causing or fraught with or showing anxiety
relating to or dealing with norms pertaining to giving directives or rules
an inclination to withhold approval from some person or group a feeling of aversion or antipathy have or feel a dislike or distaste for
the character of the negative electric pole characterized by habitual skepticism and a disagreeable tendency to deny or oppose or resist suggestions or commands an amount less than zero (chemistry) the tendency of an atom or radical to attract electrons in the formation of an ionic bond
shrewdness as demonstrated by being skilled in deception crafty artfulness (especially in deception) attractive especially by means of smallness or prettiness or quaintness marked by skill in deception showing inventiveness and skill
a mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something (especially on a person's body) mar or spoil the appearance of mar or impair with a flaw add a flaw or blemish to; make imperfect or defective
conformity or harmony the responsibility of a guardian or keeper the act of retaining something keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean" continue a certain state, condition, or activity retain possession of stop (someone or something) from doing something or being in a certain state conform one's action or practice to stick to correctly or closely look after; be the keeper of; have charge of maintain by writing regular records supply with room and board allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature supply with necessities and support fail to spoil or rot behave as expected during of holidays or rites keep under control; keep in check maintain in safety from injury, harm, or danger raise retain rights to store or keep customarily have as a supply maintain for use and service hold and prevent from leaving prevent (food) from rotting
education that results in understanding and the spread of knowledge (Hinduism and Buddhism) the beatitude that transcends the cycle of reincarnation; characterized by the extinction of desire and suffering and individual consciousness a movement in Europe from about 1650 until 1800 that advocated the use of reason and individualism instead of tradition and established doctrine
someone who takes more time than necessary; someone who lags behind wasting time
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in a disgusting manner or to a disgusting degree
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a public area set aside as a pedestrian walk mercantile establishment consisting of a carefully landscaped complex of shops representing leading merchandisers; usually includes restaurants and a convenient parking area; a modern version of the traditional marketplace
one of several resident of a dwelling (especially someone confined to a prison or hospital) a patient who is residing in the hospital where he is being treated a person serving a sentence in a jail or prison
available source of wealth; a new or reserve supply that can be drawn upon when needed a source of aid or support that may be drawn upon when needed the ability to deal resourcefully with unusual problems
United States anthropologist who studied the Seneca (1818-1881) United States biologist who formulated the chromosome theory of heredity (1866-1945) a Welsh buccaneer who raided Spanish colonies in the West Indies for the English (1635-1688) soldier in the American Revolution who defeated the British in the battle of Cowpens, South Carolina (1736-1802) United States financier and philanthropist (1837-1913) an American breed of small compact saddle horses
gain knowledge or skills get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally commit to memory; learn by heart be a student of a certain subject impart skills or knowledge to find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort
deliver a quick blow to drive forcibly as if by a punch make a hole into or between, as for ease of separation
flattery designed to gain favor influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering
an animal that produces gametes (spermatozoa) that can fertilize female gametes (ova) a person who belongs to the sex that cannot have babies the capital of Maldives in the center of the islands being the sex (of plant or animal) that produces gametes (spermatozoa) that perform the fertilizing function in generation characteristic of a man for or pertaining to or composed of men or boys
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the person or thing chosen or selected the quantity of a crop that is harvested the best people or things in a group the yarn woven across the warp yarn in weaving a small thin device (of metal or plastic or ivory) used to pluck a stringed instrument a thin sharp implement used for removing unwanted material a heavy iron tool with a wooden handle and a curved head that is pointed on both ends a basketball maneuver; obstructing an opponent with one's body the act of choosing or selecting select carefully from a group look for and gather harass with constant criticism provoke remove in small bits remove unwanted substances from, such as feathers or pits pilfer or rob pay for something pull lightly but sharply with a plucking motion attack with or as if with a pickaxe of ice or rocky ground, for example hit lightly with a picking motion eat intermittently; take small bites of
delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration (of weather) highly enjoyable
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wet spongy ground of decomposing vegetation; has poorer drainage than a swamp; soil is unfit for cultivation but can be cut and dried and used for fuel cause to slow down or get stuck get stuck while doing something
someone who offers opposition a muscle that relaxes while another contracts a drug that neutralizes or counteracts the effects of another drug
the striking of one body against another a forceful consequence; a strong effect influencing strongly the violent interaction of individuals or groups entering into combat press or wedge together; pack together have an effect upon
the act of scanning; systematic examination of a prescribed region an image produced by scanning examine minutely or intensely examine hastily make a wide, sweeping search of conform to a metrical pattern move a light beam over; in electronics, to reproduce an image read metrically obtain data from magnetic tapes
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leave undone or leave out fail to do something; leave something undone fail to attend to give little or no attention to disregarded lacking a caretaker
kill by electric shock kill by electrocution, as in the electric chair
consider or hold as true receive willingly something given or offered give an affirmative reply to; respond favorably to react favorably to; consider right and proper admit into a group or community take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person tolerate or accommodate oneself to be designed to hold or take receive (a report) officially, as from a committee make use of or accept for some purpose be sexually responsive to, used of a female domesticated mammal
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the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation the way something is with respect to its main attributes the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state a politically organized body of people under a single government (chemistry) the three traditional states of matter are solids (fixed shape and volume) and liquids (fixed volume and shaped by the container) and gases (filling the container) a state of depression or agitation the territory occupied by a nation the federal department in the United States that sets and maintains foreign policies express in words put before indicate through a symbol, formula, etc.
the bottom of a shoe or boot; the back part of a shoe or boot that touches the ground and provides elevation the back part of the human foot someone who is morally reprehensible one of the crusty ends of a loaf of bread the lower end of a ship's mast (golf) the part of the clubhead where it joins the shaft tilt to one side follow at the heels of a person perform with the heels strike with the heel of the club put a new heel on
in a physically fierce manner in an emotionally fierce manner
marked by utter benignity; resembling or befitting an angel or saint
push one's way with the elbows shove one's elbow into another person's ribs
a general conscious awareness the meaning of a word or expression; the way in which a word or expression or situation can be interpreted the faculty through which the external world is apprehended sound practical judgment a natural appreciation or ability perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles detect some circumstance or entity automatically become aware of not through the senses but instinctively comprehend
a girl attending school
exceeding or surpassing usual limits especially in excellence beyond and outside the ordinary range of human experience or understanding
a mark left (usually on the skin) by the healing of injured tissue an indication of damage mark with a scar
a one-piece garment for a woman; has skirt and bodice clothing of a distinctive style or for a particular occasion clothing in general put on clothes provide with clothes or put clothes on put a finish on dress in a certain manner dress or groom with elaborate care kill and prepare for market or consumption arrange in ranks decorate (food), as with parsley or other ornamental foods provide with decoration put a dressing on cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of cut down rough-hewn (lumber) to standard thickness and width convert into leather apply a bandage or medication to give a neat appearance to arrange attractively suitable for formal occasions (of an occasion) requiring formal clothes
something that resembles a tapestry in its complex pictorial designs a heavy textile with a woven design; used for curtains and upholstery a wall hanging of heavy handwoven fabric with pictorial designs
adornment consisting of a small piece of shiny material used to decorate clothing
unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope
brightness enough to blind partially and temporarily to cause someone to lose clear vision, especially from intense light amaze or bewilder, as with brilliant wit or intellect or skill
an instinctive motive a sudden desire the electrical discharge that travels along a nerve fiber (electronics) a sharp transient wave in the normal electrical state (or a series of such transients) the act of applying force suddenly an impelling force or strength
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prolific English writer best known for his science-fiction novels; he also wrote on contemporary social problems and wrote popular accounts of history and science (1866-1946) a deep hole or shaft dug or drilled to obtain water or oil or gas or brine a cavity or vessel used to contain liquid an abundant source an open shaft through the floors of a building (as for a stairway) an enclosed compartment in a ship or plane for holding something as e.g. fish or a plane's landing gear or for protecting something as e.g. a ship's pumps come up, as of a liquid
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someone who plays a musical instrument (as a profession) artist who composes or conducts music as a profession
a slight but appreciable amount a pale or subdued color affect as in thought or feeling color lightly
very recently in an impudent or impertinent manner
a short light metallic sound a correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or convicted persons serving a sentence) make a high sound typical of glass make or emit a high sound
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a living organism characterized by voluntary movement a human being; `wight' is an archaic term a person who is controlled by others and is used to perform unpleasant or dishonest tasks for someone else
free or relieve (someone) of a burden take the burden off; remove the burden from not burdened with difficulties or responsibilities not encumbered with a physical burden or load
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be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly mistake one thing for another that confounds or contradicts or confuses
have in mind as a purpose design or destine mean or intend to express or convey denote or connote resulting from one's intentions future; betrothed
restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken heal or recover
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an event that departs from expectations (biology) a group of organisms within a species that differ in trivial ways from similar groups a variable quantity that is random something a little different from others of the same type differing from a norm or standard exhibiting variation and change
sound recording on a narrow strip of a motion picture film
an aircraft that has a fixed wing and is powered by propellers or jets (mathematics) an unbounded two-dimensional shape a level of existence or development a power tool for smoothing or shaping wood a carpenter's hand tool with an adjustable blade for smoothing or shaping wood cut or remove with or as if with a plane travel on the surface of water make even or smooth, with or as with a carpenter's plane having a surface without slope, tilt in which no part is higher or lower than another
one of a series of ridges that moves across the surface of a liquid (especially across a large body of water) a movement like that of a sudden occurrence or increase in a specified phenomenon (physics) a movement up and down or back and forth something that rises rapidly the act of signaling by a movement of the hand a hairdo that creates undulations in the hair an undulating curve a persistent and widespread unusual weather condition (especially of unusual temperatures) a member of the women's reserve of the United States Navy; originally organized during World War II but now no longer a separate branch signal with the hands or nod move or swing back and forth move in a wavy pattern or with a rising and falling motion twist or roll into coils or ringlets set waves in
with passionate fervor
the grounds in back of a house
motivation based on ideas of right and wrong the philosophical study of moral values and rules the principles of right and wrong that are accepted by an individual or a social group a system of principles governing morality and acceptable conduct
conforming to fact and therefore worthy of belief not counterfeit or copied
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food that is discarded (as from a kitchen) show unwillingness towards refuse to accept elude, especially in a baffling way refuse to let have resist immunologically the introduction of some foreign tissue or organ refuse entrance or membership
the ability to form mental images of things or events
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appear like; be similar or bear a likeness to
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a tenant in someone's house someone who forces their way aboard ship a pupil who lives at school during term time
the act of distorting something so it seems to mean something it was not intended to mean the act of rotating rapidly to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling) cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form turn in the opposite direction form into a spiral shape form into twists extend in curves and turns do the twist twist or pull violently or suddenly, especially so as to remove (something) from that to which it is attached or from where it originates practice sophistry; change the meaning of or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive twist suddenly so as to sprain marked by repeated turns and bends
a cruel and brutal fellow disturbing the public peace; loud and rough
a tie in tennis or table tennis that requires winning two successive points to win the game the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number a word used in exclamations of confusion one of the four playing cards in a deck that have two spots
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the act of taking something from someone unlawfully
Eurasian plant cultivated for its seed and as a forage crop the act of despoiling a country in warfare the crime of forcing a woman to submit to sexual intercourse against her will force (someone) to have sex against their will destroy and strip of its possession strike sharply make light, repeated taps on a surface perform rap music talk volubly
a sharp strain on muscles or ligaments a jerky pulling movement a hand tool that is used to hold or twist a nut or bolt twist or pull violently or suddenly, especially so as to remove (something) from that to which it is attached or from where it originates make a sudden twisting motion twist and compress, as if in pain or anguish twist suddenly so as to sprain
any factor that could be considered important to the understanding of a particular business the lowest tone of a harmonic series serving as an essential component being or involving basic facts or principles far-reaching and thoroughgoing in effect especially on the nature of something
cook too long
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bring to a desired consistency, texture, or hardness by a process of gradually heating and cooling harden by reheating and cooling in oil adjust the pitch (of pianos) make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else; moderate restrain made hard or flexible or resilient especially by heat treatment adjusted or attuned by adding a counterbalancing element
the roundness of a 2-dimensional figure
the act of passing from one state or place to the next a section of text; particularly a section of medium length a way through or along which someone or something may pass the passing of a law by a legislative body a journey usually by ship a short section of a musical composition a path or channel or duct through or along which something may pass a bodily reaction of changing from one place or stage to another the motion of one object relative to another the act of passing something to another person
a native or inhabitant of Mexico of or relating to Mexico or its inhabitants
English film actress (1913-1967)
a fully developed person from maturity onward
with unflagging resolve without interruption
a round vessel that is open at the top; used chiefly for holding food or liquids;  a concave shape with an open top a dish that is round and open at the top for serving foods the quantity contained in a bowl a large structure for open-air sports or entertainments a large ball with finger holes used in the sport of bowling a wooden ball (with flattened sides so that it rolls on a curved course) used in the game of lawn bowling a small round container that is open at the top for holding tobacco the act of rolling something (as the ball in bowling) roll (a ball) hurl a cricket ball from one end of the pitch towards the batsman at the other end engage in the sport of bowling
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a native or inhabitant of Great Britain the young of a herring or sprat or similar fish minute crustaceans forming food for right whales
a hotel located in a resort area a frequently visited place something or someone turned to for assistance or security act of turning to for assistance have recourse to move, travel, or proceed toward some place
a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways the arrangement of the body and its limbs a theatrical pose created for effect position of aircraft or spacecraft relative to a frame of reference (the horizon or direction of motion)
someone who writes plays
award-winning United States film actor (1928-1999) English explorer who reached the South Pole just a month after Amundsen; he and his party died on the return journey (1868-1912) United States general who was a hero of the War of 1812 and who defeated Santa Anna in the Mexican War (1786-1866) British author of historical novels and ballads (1771-1832) United States slave who sued for liberty after living in a non-slave state; caused the Supreme Court to declare the Missouri Compromise unconstitutional (1795?-1858)
the top edge of a vessel or other container a circular projection that sticks outward from the crown of a hat be completely full fill as much as possible
a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened) a public display of a message any nonverbal action or gesture that encodes a message structure displaying a board on which advertisements can be posted (astrology) one of 12 equal areas into which the zodiac is divided (medicine) any objective evidence of the presence of a disorder or disease having an indicated pole (as the distinction between positive and negative electric charges) an event that is experienced as indicating important things to come a gesture that is part of a sign language a fundamental linguistic unit linking a signifier to that which is signified a character indicating a relation between quantities mark with one's signature; write one's name (on) approve and express assent, responsibility, or obligation be engaged by a written agreement engage by written agreement communicate silently and non-verbally by signals or signs place signs, as along a road communicate in sign language make the sign of the cross over someone in order to call on God for protection; consecrate
a street in Manhattan that passes through Times Square; famous for its theaters
a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure express with a smile smiling with happiness or optimism
a building where young people receive education
the branch of engineering that deals with the use of computers and telecommunications to retrieve and store and transmit information
the condition of belonging to a particular place or group by virtue of social or ethnic or cultural lineage (botany) the usually underground organ that lacks buds or leaves or nodes; absorbs water and mineral salts; usually it anchors the plant to the ground the place where something begins, where it springs into being (linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed a number that, when multiplied by itself some number of times, equals a given number the set of values that give a true statement when substituted into an equation someone from whom you are descended (but usually more remote than a grandparent) a simple form inferred as the common basis from which related words in several languages can be derived by linguistic processes the part of a tooth that is embedded in the jaw and serves as support take root and begin to grow come into existence, originate plant by the roots dig with the snout become settled or established and stable in one's residence or life style cause to take roots
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characterized by a lightly pert and exuberant quality improperly forward or bold
quick and energetic marked by lively action
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with rapid movements
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any of various plants of the genus Ranunculus
to extend, wave or float outward, as if in the wind exude profusely move in large numbers rain heavily flow freely and abundantly
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any of several breeds of dog used for hunting typically having large drooping ears someone who is morally reprehensible pursue or chase relentlessly
a knot with two loops and loose ends; used to tie shoelaces a slightly curved piece of resilient wood with taut horsehair strands; used in playing certain stringed instruments front part of a vessel or aircraft a weapon for shooting arrows, composed of a curved piece of resilient wood with a taut cord to propel the arrow something curved in shape bending the head or body or knee as a sign of reverence or submission or shame or greeting an appearance by actors or performers at the end of the concert or play in order to acknowledge the applause of the audience a decorative interlacing of ribbons a stroke with a curved piece of wood with taut horsehair strands that is used in playing stringed instruments bend one's knee or body, or lower one's head yield to another's wish or opinion bend the head or the upper part of the body in a gesture of respect or greeting bend one's back forward from the waist on down play on a string instrument with a bow
an experience that is irritating or frustrating or disappointing a bad reaction to a hallucinogenic drug
very good
the exploitation of black people (especially with regard to stereotyped roles in movies)
a group of followers or enthusiasts a person who accepts the leadership of another someone who travels behind or pursues another
a friendly nation an associate who provides cooperation or assistance become an ally or associate, as by a treaty or marriage
humorously sarcastic or mocking bent to one side
an associate that one works with a person who is member of one's class or profession
four people considered as a unit the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one
of or characteristic of or resembling a lion
the trait of lacking restraint or control; reckless freedom from inhibition or worry a feeling of extreme emotional intensity forsake, leave behind give up with the intent of never claiming again leave behind empty; move out of stop maintaining or insisting on; of ideas or claims leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch
to a severe or serious degree with sternness; in a severe manner causing great damage or hardship
a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of a shoot arising from a plant's roots a drinker who sucks (as at a nipple or through a straw) flesh of any of numerous North American food fishes with toothless jaws hard candy on a stick an organ specialized for sucking nourishment or for adhering to objects by suction mostly North American freshwater fishes with a thick-lipped mouth for feeding by suction; related to carps
with respect to pathology
a Japanese plant of the family Cruciferae with a thick green root the thick green root of the wasabi plant that the Japanese use in cooking and that tastes like strong horseradish; in powder or paste form it is often eaten with raw fish
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plant having heads of fragrant white trumpet-shaped flowers; grows in sandy arid regions ball of ice cream covered with coconut and usually chocolate sauce ball of crushed ice with fruit syrup snow pressed into a ball for throwing (playfully) increase or accumulate at a rapidly accelerating rate throw snowballs at
give moral or emotional strength to lessen pain or discomfort; alleviate made comfortable or more comfortable in a time of distress
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improper or excessive use apply to a wrong thing or person; apply badly or incorrectly change the inherent purpose or function of something
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immune to attack; impregnable
translation of foreign dialogue of a movie or TV program; usually displayed at the bottom of the screen secondary or explanatory title supply (a movie) with subtitles
full of or exhibiting respect feeling or manifesting veneration
a submissive mental attitude resulting from acceptance of the doctrine that everything that happens is predetermined and inevitable a philosophical doctrine holding that all events are predetermined in advance for all time and human beings are powerless to change them
sound with resonance be received or understood
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brick that is laid sideways at the top of a wall come to terms with take by theft take into custody
at all times; all the time and on every occasion without variation or change, in every case without interruption at any time or in any event forever; throughout all time
flamboyantly reckless and boastful behavior flamboyantly adventurous
in a relaxed manner; not rigid in a loose manner without regard to specific details or exceptions knitted in a loose manner
creating thread revolve quickly and repeatedly around one's own axis stream in jets, of liquids cause to spin make up a story form a web by making a thread work natural fibers into a thread twist and turn so as to give an intended interpretation prolong or extend
assign a label to; designate with a label attach a tag or label to pronounce judgment on distinguish (as a compound or molecule) by introducing a labeled atom distinguish (an element or atom) by using a radioactive isotope or an isotope of unusual mass for tracing through chemical reactions
a small island
powerful and effective language
the act of suffocating (someone) by constricting the windpipe kill by squeezing the throat of so as to cut off the air conceal or hide die from strangulation prevent the progress or free movement of constrict (someone's) throat and keep from breathing struggle for breath; have insufficient oxygen intake
a crackling or hissing noise caused by electrical interference
an educator who works at a college or university associated with academia or an academy hypothetical or theoretical and not expected to produce an immediate or practical result marked by a narrow focus on or display of learning especially its trivial aspects
having a mental age of between eight and twelve years
cause to feel sure; give reassurance to give or restore confidence in; cause to feel sure or certain
infringe on the rights of cause to feel sorrow
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food and lodging provided in addition to money set up or found set up or lay the groundwork for use as a basis for; found on come upon, as if by accident; meet with discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of come upon after searching; find the location of something that was missed or lost establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds perceive or be contemporaneous with get something or somebody for a specific purpose make a discovery, make a new finding make a discovery obtain through effort or management decide on and make a declaration about receive a specified treatment (abstract) perceive oneself to be in a certain condition or place get or find back; recover the use of succeed in reaching; arrive at accept and make use of one's personality, abilities, and situation come upon unexpectedly or after searching
surprise greatly; knock someone's socks off strike with disgust or revulsion strike with horror or terror collide violently collect or gather into shocks subject to electrical shocks inflict a trauma upon glaringly vivid and graphic; marked by sensationalism giving offense to moral sensibilities and injurious to reputation
walking with a slow dragging motion without lifting your feet walk by dragging one's feet
throw with force or recklessness move in an abrupt or headlong manner indulge oneself throw or cast away
light in a transparent protective case
any period of seven consecutive days hours or days of work in a calendar week a period of seven consecutive days starting on Sunday
an emblem (a small piece of plastic or cloth or metal) that signifies your status (rank or membership or affiliation etc.) any feature that is regarded as a sign of status (a particular power or quality or rank) put a badge on
a division of the United Kingdom
pain resulting from rapid change in pressure a circular segment of a curve movement that causes the formation of a curve curved segment (of a road or river or railroad track etc.) an angular or rounded shape made by folding a town in central Oregon at the eastern foot of the Cascade Range diagonal line traversing a shield from the upper right corner to the lower left form a curve change direction cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form bend one's back forward from the waist on down turn from a straight course, fixed direction, or line of interest bend a joint
with respect to the sympathetic nervous system in a sympathetic manner
firm in purpose or belief; characterized by firmness and determination characterized by quickness and firmness
cut down on; make a reduction in make less complex bring to humbler or weaker state or condition simplify the form of a mathematical equation of expression by substituting one term for another lower in grade or rank or force somebody into an undignified situation be the essential element reduce in size; reduce physically lessen and make more modest make smaller to remove oxygen from a compound, or cause to react with hydrogen or form a hydride, or to undergo an increase in the number of electrons narrow or limit put down by force or intimidation undergo meiosis reposition (a broken bone after surgery) back to its normal site destress and thus weaken a sound when pronouncing it reduce in scope while retaining essential elements be cooked until very little liquid is left cook until very little liquid is left lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture take off weight
(Old Testament) Adam's wife in Judeo-Christian mythology: the first woman and mother of the human race; God created Eve from Adam's rib and placed Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden the day before the period immediately before something the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
befitting or characteristic of a young girl
an abnormally egotistical person
a measured portion of medicine taken at any one time the quantity of an active agent (substance or radiation) taken in or absorbed at any one time a communicable infection transmitted by sexual intercourse or genital contact street name for lysergic acid diethylamide the federal department in the United States that sets and maintains foreign policies an operating system that is on a disk treat with an agent; add (an agent) to administer a drug to
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lacking or showing a lack of due concern carefree and happy and lighthearted
a type of folksong that originated among Black Americans at the beginning of the 20th century; has a melancholy sound from repeated use of blue notes a state of depression blue color or pigment; resembling the color of the clear sky in the daytime blue clothing any organization or party whose uniforms or badges are blue the sky as viewed during daylight used to whiten laundry or hair or give it a bluish tinge the sodium salt of amobarbital that is used as a barbiturate; used as a sedative and a hypnotic any of numerous small butterflies of the family Lycaenidae turn blue
of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky used to signify the Union forces in the American Civil War (who wore blue uniforms) filled with melancholy and despondency characterized by profanity or cursing suggestive of sexual impropriety belonging to or characteristic of the nobility or aristocracy morally rigorous and strict causing dejection
French playwright (1791-1861) informal terms for journalists someone employed to make written copies of documents and manuscripts a sharp-pointed awl for marking wood or metal to be cut score a line on with a pointed instrument, as in metalworking
make more humane
in accordance with truth or fact or reality in actual fact in fact (used as intensifiers or sentence modifiers) used as intensifiers; `real' is sometimes used informally for `really'; `rattling' is informal
lacking in refinement or grace or good taste
elaboration of an interpretation by the use of decorative (sometimes fictitious) detail a superfluous ornament the act of adding extraneous decorations to something
fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind feel or suffer from the lack of fail to attend an event or activity leave undone or leave out fail to reach or get to be without fail to reach be absent fail to experience not caught with the senses or the mind
the quality or state of the achromatic color of least lightness (bearing the least resemblance to white) total absence of light British chemist who identified carbon dioxide and who formulated the concepts of specific heat and latent heat (1728-1799) popular child actress of the 1930's (born in 1928) a person with dark skin who comes from Africa (or whose ancestors came from Africa) (board games) the darker pieces black clothing (worn as a sign of mourning) make or become black
the properties acquired as a consequence of the way you were treated as a child helping someone grow up to be an accepted member of the community stand up on the hind legs, of quadrupeds bring up rise up cause to rise up construct, build, or erect rearing on left hind leg with forelegs elevated and head usually in profile
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systematic investigation to establish facts a search for knowledge attempt to find out in a systematically and scientific manner inquire into
a tetravalent nonmetallic element; next to oxygen it is the most abundant element in the earth's crust; occurs in clay and feldspar and granite and quartz and sand; used as a semiconductor in transistors a complete metric system of units of measurement for scientists; fundamental quantities are length (meter) and mass (kilogram) and time (second) and electric current (ampere) and temperature (kelvin) and amount of matter (mole) and luminous intensity (candela) the syllable naming the seventh (subtonic) note of any musical scale in solmization
a young woman a failure to hit (or meet or find etc) a form of address for an unmarried woman fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind feel or suffer from the lack of fail to attend an event or activity leave undone or leave out fail to reach or get to be without fail to reach be absent fail to experience
smile affectedly or derisively
a special loved one an Australian river; tributary of the Murray River dearly loved
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plan secretly, usually something illegal make a schematic or technical drawing of that shows interactions among variables or how something is constructed make a plat of devise the sequence of events in (a literary work or a play, movie, or ballet)
an act of honor or courteous recognition a formal military gesture of respect an act of greeting with friendly words and gestures like bowing or lifting the hat propose a toast to greet in a friendly way express commendation of become noticeable honor with a military ceremony, as when honoring dead soldiers recognize with a gesture prescribed by a military regulation; assume a prescribed position
the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something a general interest that leads people to want to know more a courteous act indicating affection the faculty or power of mental concentration a motionless erect stance with arms at the sides and feet together; assumed by military personnel during drill or review
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any cognitive content held as true a vague idea in which some confidence is placed
limbless scaly elongate reptile; some are venomous a firework that moves in serpentine manner when ignited an obsolete bass cornet; resembles a snake
ceramic ware made of a more or less translucent ceramic
put in motion or move to act emit or produce sparks
an insufficient quantity or number
prove capable or fit; meet requirements pronounce fit or able make more specific make fit or prepared specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement describe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of add a modifier to a constituent
an unforeseen or unexpected or surprising difficulty a trap in the form of a concealed hole
a learning process in which an organism's behavior becomes dependent on the occurrence of a stimulus in its environment establish a conditioned response develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement put into a better state apply conditioner to in order to make smooth and shiny
form a mental image of something that is not present or that is not the case expect, believe, or suppose
with respect to ecology; economically, it is a disaster"
a growth in strength or number or importance the act of changing location in an upward direction an upward slope or grade (as in a road) a movement upward the amount a salary is increased the property possessed by a slope or surface that rises a wave that lifts the surface of the water or ground (theology) the origination of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost an increase in cost increase in price or value move upward increase in value or to a higher point rise to one's feet rise up come to the surface come into existence; take on form or shape move to a better position in life or to a better job go up or advance become more extreme get up and out of bed rise in rank or status become heartened or elated exert oneself to meet a challenge take part in a rebellion; renounce a former allegiance increase in volume come up, of celestial bodies return from the dead
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operate or control a vehicle travel or be transported in a vehicle cause someone or something to move by driving force into or from an action or state, either physically or metaphorically to compel or force or urge relentlessly or exert coercive pressure on, or motivate strongly cause to move back by force or influence compel somebody to do something, often against his own will or judgment push, propel, or press with force cause to move rapidly by striking or throwing with force strive and make an effort to reach a goal move into a desired direction of discourse have certain properties when driven work as a driver move by being propelled by a force urge forward proceed along in a vehicle strike with a driver, as in teeing off hit very hard, as by swinging a bat horizontally excavate horizontally cause to function by supplying the force or power for or by controlling hunting: search for game hunting: chase from cover into more open ground compelled forcibly by an outside agency urged or forced to action through moral pressure strongly motivated to succeed
(law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business a person who owns something
hatred of women
a consonant that is produced with the tongue and other speech organs consisting of or related to language pertaining to or resembling or lying near the tongue
framework for holding objects rib section of a forequarter of veal or pork or especially lamb or mutton the destruction or collapse of something an instrument of torture that stretches or disjoints or mutilates victims a support for displaying various articles a form of torture in which pain is inflicted by stretching the body a rapid gait of a horse in which each foot strikes the ground separately go at a rack stretch to the limits put on a rack and pinion obtain by coercion or intimidation run before a gale fly in high wind draw off from the lees torment emotionally or mentally work on a rack seize together, as of parallel ropes of a tackle in order to prevent running through the block torture on the rack
heat again
a person who hugs
a heavy grey-white metallic element; the pure form is used mainly in electrical applications; it is found in several ores including wolframite and scheelite the cardinal compass point that is a 270 degrees a unit of power equal to 1 joule per second; the power dissipated by a current of 1 ampere flowing across a resistance of 1 ohm the 23rd letter of the Roman alphabet
short account of an incident (especially a biographical one)
a profession of belief a legal document declaring a person's wishes regarding the disposal of their property when they die strong evidence for something either of the two main parts of the Christian Bible
derived from experience or the experience of existence of or as conceived by existentialism relating to or dealing with existence (especially with human existence)
a large and stately mansion a large building formerly occupied by a ruler and fortified against attack (chess) the piece that can move any number of unoccupied squares in a direction parallel to the sides of the chessboard interchanging the positions of the king and a rook move the king two squares toward a rook and in the same move the rook to the square next past the king
the loss of foliage causing the leaves of trees and other plants to fall off (as by the use of chemicals)
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an inoffensive or indirect expression that is substituted for one that is considered offensive or too harsh
a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines; below lieutenant colonel and above captain British statesman who was prime minister from 1990 until 1997 (born in 1943) a university student who is studying a particular field as the principal subject the principal field of study of a student at a university have as one's principal field of study of greater importance or stature or rank greater in scope or effect greater in number or size or amount of the field of academic study in which one concentrates or specializes of a scale or mode of greater seriousness or danger of full legal age of the elder of two boys with the same family name
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take root and begin to grow come into existence, originate plant by the roots dig with the snout become settled or established and stable in one's residence or life style cause to take roots absolutely still
the person who plays the position of forward in certain games, such as basketball, soccer, or hockey a position on a basketball, soccer, or hockey team send or ship onward from an intermediate post or station in transit at or to or toward the front; (`forrad' and `forrard' are dialectal variations) in a forward direction
United States writer and dramatist (1897-1975) United States filmmaker (born in Austria) whose dark humor infused many of the films he made (1906-2002) marked by extreme lack of restraint or control in a natural state; not tamed or domesticated or cultivated in a state of extreme emotion deviating widely from an intended course (of colors or sounds) intensely vivid or loud without a basis in reason or fact talking or behaving irrationally involving risk or danger fanciful and unrealistic; foolish located in a dismal or remote area; desolate intensely enthusiastic about or preoccupied with without civilizing influences (of the elements) as if showing violent anger
attain success or reach a desired goal be the successor (of)
register formally as a participant or member seek to employ cause to assemble or enlist in the military
port city in southwestern Ireland a humorous verse form of 5 anapestic lines with a rhyme scheme aabba
characterized by or of the nature of or using mimesis exhibiting mimicry
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals a concept of quantity involving zero and units a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program the number is used in calling a particular telephone a symbol used to represent a number one of a series published periodically a select company of people a numeral or string of numerals that is used for identification a clothing measurement the grammatical category for the forms of nouns and pronouns and verbs that are used depending on the number of entities involved (singular or dual or plural) an item of merchandise offered for sale add up in number or quantity give numbers to enumerate put into a group determine the number or amount of place a limit on the number of
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an animal being fattened or suitable for fattening someone who consumes food for nourishment a branch that flows into the main stream a machine that automatically provides a supply of some material an outdoor device that supplies food for wild birds an animal that feeds on a particular source of food
low footwear that can be slipped on and off easily; usually worn indoors a person who slips or slides because of loss of traction
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a long fixed look look at with fixed eyes
in a spiritual manner
characterized by lightness and insubstantiality; as impalpable or intangible as air of or containing or dissolved in ether of heaven or the spirit characterized by unusual lightness and delicacy
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the state of being anonymous
the quality of shining with a bright reflected light the occurrence of a small flash or spark be shiny, as if wet
the quality of being produced by people and not occurring naturally
a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence an estimate based on little or no information expect, believe, or suppose put forward, of a guess, in spite of possible refutation judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time) guess correctly; solve by guessing
the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains a single domestic animal that which is responsible for one's thoughts and feelings; the seat of the faculty of reason a person who is in charge the front of a military formation or procession the pressure exerted by a fluid the top of something the source of water from which a stream arises (grammar) the word in a grammatical constituent that plays the same grammatical role as the whole constituent the tip of an abscess (where the pus accumulates) the length or height based on the size of a human or animal head a dense cluster of flowers or foliage the educator who has executive authority for a school an individual person a user of (usually soft) drugs a natural elevation (especially a rocky one that juts out into the sea) a rounded compact mass the foam or froth that accumulates at the top when you pour an effervescent liquid into a container the part in the front or nearest the viewer a difficult juncture forward movement a V-shaped mark at one end of an arrow pointer the subject matter at issue a line of text serving to indicate what the passage below it is about the rounded end of a bone that fits into a rounded cavity in another bone to form a joint that part of a skeletal muscle that is away from the bone that it moves (computer science) a tiny electromagnetic coil and metal pole used to write and read magnetic patterns on a disk (usually plural) the obverse side of a coin that usually bears the representation of a person's head the striking part of a tool (nautical) a toilet on board a boat or ship a projection out from one end a membrane that is stretched taut over a drum oral stimulation of the genitals to go or travel towards be in charge of travel in front of; go in advance of others be the first or leading member of (a group) and excel direct the course; determine the direction of travelling take its rise be in the front of or on top of form a head or come or grow to a head remove the head of
a visitor to whom hospitality is extended United States journalist (born in England) noted for his syndicated homey verse (1881-1959) a customer of a hotel or restaurant etc. (computer science) any computer that is hooked up to a computer network
an airplane powered by one or more jet engines the occurrence of a sudden discharge (as of liquid) a hard black form of lignite that takes a brilliant polish and is used in jewelry or ornamentation atmospheric discharges (lasting 10 msec) bursting from the tops of giant storm clouds in blue cones that widen as they flash upward street names for ketamine an artificially produced flow of water issue in a jet; come out in a jet; stream or spring forth fly a jet plane of the blackest black; similar to the color of jet or coal
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a sweeping stroke or blow strike with a swiping motion make off with belongings of others
to a moderately sufficient extent or degree with moderation; in a moderate manner
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marked by the exercise of good judgment or common sense in practical matters extremely exciting as if by alcohol or a narcotic marked by defiant disregard for danger or consequences
an inherited pattern of thought or action a specific practice of long standing
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a thin strong lightweight translucent paper used especially for making carbon copies lacking solidity or strength not convincing lacking substance or significance; a fragile claim to fame"
to enlarge beyond bounds or the truth
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hold spellbound attract; cause to be enamored cast a spell over someone or something; put a hex on someone or something capturing interest as if by a spell
a large commercial and industrial city in northeastern Texas located in the heart of the northern Texas oil fields
be greater in significance than make appear small by comparison cast a shadow upon
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instrumentation (a piece of equipment or tool) used to effect an end apply in a manner consistent with its purpose or design ensure observance of laws and rules;  pursue to a conclusion or bring to a successful issue
nonsensical talk or writing
an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion sharing the feelings of others (especially feelings of sorrow or anguish) a relation of affinity or harmony between people; whatever affects one correspondingly affects the other
in a hearty manner in a warm manner
a relation between people; (`relationship' is often used where `relation' would serve, as in `the relationship between inflation and unemployment', but the preferred usage of `relationship' is for human relations or states of relatedness) a state of connectedness between people (especially an emotional connection) a state involving mutual dealings between people or parties or countries (anthropology) relatedness or connection by blood or marriage or adoption
free of extraneous elements of any kind without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers (of color) being chromatically pure; not diluted with white or grey or black free from discordant qualities concerned with theory and data rather than practice; opposed to applied (used of persons or behaviors) having no faults; sinless in a state of sexual virginity
(Greek mythology) the supreme god of ancient Greek mythology; son of Rhea and Cronus whom he dethroned; husband and brother of Hera; brother of Poseidon and Hades; father of many gods; counterpart of Roman Jupiter type genus of the family Zeidae
of the present time and place very close or connected in space or time having no intervening medium immediately before or after as in a chain of cause and effect performed with little or no delay
understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something delicate discrimination (especially of aesthetic values) an expression of gratitude a favorable judgment an increase in price or value
a useful or valuable quality the arithmetic operation of summing; calculating the sum of two or more numbers on the positive side or higher end of a scale involving advantage or good
in a depressing manner or to a depressing degree
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think moodily or anxiously about something originate (in) inhabit or live in; be an inhabitant of exist or be situated within come back to
water falling in drops from vapor condensed in the atmosphere drops of fresh water that fall as precipitation from clouds anything happening rapidly or in quick successive precipitate as rain
a flour tortilla folded around a filling
not realistic
(Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence elegance and beauty of movement or expression a sense of propriety and consideration for others a disposition to kindness and compassion (Greek mythology) one of three sisters who were the givers of beauty and charm; a favorite subject for sculptors a short prayer of thanks before a meal (Christian theology) the free and unmerited favor or beneficence of God make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc. be beautiful to look at
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staying power a human limb; commonly used to refer to a whole limb but technically only the part of the limb between the knee and ankle a structure in animals that is similar to a human leg and used for locomotion one of the supports for a piece of furniture a part of a forked or branching shape the limb of an animal used for food a prosthesis that replaces a missing leg a cloth covering consisting of the part of a pair of trousers that covers a person's leg (nautical) the distance traveled by a sailing vessel on a single tack a section or portion of a journey or course
in a critical manner
a native or inhabitant of Iran the modern Persian language spoken in Iran of or relating to Iran or its people or language or culture
the brother of your father or mother; the husband of your aunt a source of help and advice and encouragement
the quality of being indistinct and without sharp outlines
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drop a hint; intimate by a hint
Austrian neurologist who originated psychoanalysis (1856-1939)
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slang for a paunch an enlarged and muscular saclike organ of the alimentary canal; the principal organ of digestion
establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study shape or influence; give direction to fix conclusively or authoritatively decide upon or fix definitely reach, make, or come to a decision about something fix in scope; fix the boundaries of settle conclusively; come to terms find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort characterized by great determination having been learned or found or determined especially by investigation devoting full strength and concentrated attention to determined or decided upon as by an authority strongly motivated to succeed
the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce) two people who are married to each other the act of marrying; the nuptial ceremony a close and intimate union
a person who expects the worst
serving as or indicating the existence of a purpose or goal having meaning through having an aim
a humble request for help from someone in authority (law) a defendant's answer by a factual matter (as distinguished from a demurrer) an answer indicating why a suit should be dismissed give pleasure to or be pleasing to be the will of or have the will (to) give satisfaction
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recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection keep in mind for attention or consideration recapture the past; indulge in memories show appreciation to mention favorably, as in prayer mention as by way of greeting or to indicate friendship exercise, or have the power of, memory call to remembrance; keep alive the memory of someone or something, as in a ceremony
the property of sticking to a surface
extremely pleasing to the sense of taste capable of arousing desire
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an artist who is a member of the movement called surrealism
deprive of oxygen and prevent from breathing impair the respiration of or obstruct the air passage of become stultified, suppressed, or stifled suppress the development, creativity, or imagination of be asphyxiated; die from lack of oxygen feel uncomfortable for lack of fresh air struggle for breath; have insufficient oxygen intake causing difficulty in breathing especially through lack of fresh air and presence of heat
a sweet yellow liquid produced by bees a beloved person; used as terms of endearment sweeten with honey
a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war the act of fighting; any contest or struggle an aggressive willingness to compete an intense verbal dispute a boxing or wrestling match be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight fight against or resist strongly make a strenuous or labored effort exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for
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the act of giving an account describing incidents or a course of events performance of music or dance especially by soloists a public instance of reciting or repeating (from memory) something prepared in advance a detailed statement giving facts and figures a detailed account or description of something
a person who travels by foot lacking wit or imagination
United States writer (born in 1933)
in a grave and sedate manner
state of subjection to an owner or master or forced labor imposed as punishment
a person with fair skin and hair a light grayish yellow to near white being or having light colored skin and hair and usually blue or grey eyes
the power of creative imagination intelligence as manifested in being quick and witty the property of being ingenious
effusively or insincerely emotional
have in mind as a purpose design or destine mean or intend to express or convey denote or connote
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the activity of persuading someone to buy exchange or deliver for money or its equivalent be sold at a certain price or in a certain way persuade somebody to accept something do business; offer for sale as for one's livelihood give up for a price or reward be approved of or gain acceptance be responsible for the sale of deliver to an enemy by treachery
a female ballet dancer
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hold spellbound
someone who learned to fight in the streets rather than being formally trained in the sport of boxing an aggressive and violent young criminal a cruel and brutal fellow not given to gentleness or sentimentality very difficult; severely testing stamina or resolution physically toughened substantially made or constructed violent and lawless feeling physical discomfort or pain (`tough' is occasionally used colloquially for `bad') resistant to cutting or chewing unfortunate or hard to bear making great mental demands; hard to comprehend or solve or believe
write carelessly
spaghetti served with a tomato sauce pasta in the form of long strings
your consciousness of your own identity a person considered as a unique individual (used as a combining form) relating to--of or by or to or from or for--the self
put into dramatic form represent something in a dramatic manner add details to
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certainty based on past experience the state of relying on something
in addition
belonging to the past; of what is important or famous in the past important in history
happening or arising or located within some limits or especially surface occurring within an institution or community inside the country located inward innermost or essential
collapse by releasing contained air or gas release contained air or gas from reduce or lessen the size or importance of produce deflation in reduce or cut back the amount or availability of, creating a decline in value or prices become deflated or flaccid, as by losing air
furnishing added support
diurnal insect typically having a slender body with knobbed antennae and broad colorful wings a swimming stroke in which the arms are thrown forward together out of the water while the feet kick up and down flutter like a butterfly cut and spread open, as in preparation for cooking talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions
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a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage a theatrical performance of a drama a preset plan of action in team sports a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill a state in which action is feasible utilization or exercise an attempt to get something activity by children that is guided more by imagination than by fixed rules (in games or plays or other performances) the time during which play proceeds the removal of constraints a weak and tremulous light verbal wit or mockery (often at another's expense but not to be taken seriously) movement or space for movement gay or light-hearted recreational activity for diversion or amusement (game) the activity of doing something in an agreed succession the act of playing for stakes in the hope of winning (including the payment of a price for a chance to win a prize) the act using a sword (or other weapon) vigorously and skillfully participate in games or sport act or have an effect in a specified way or with a specific effect or outcome play on an instrument play a role or part be at play; be engaged in playful activity; amuse oneself in a way characteristic of children replay (as a melody) perform music on (a musical instrument) pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind move or seem to move quickly, lightly, or irregularly bet or wager (money) engage in recreational activities rather than work; occupy oneself in a diversion pretend to be somebody in the framework of a game or playful activity emit recorded sound perform on a certain location put (a card or piece) into play during a game, or act strategically as if in a card game engage in an activity as if it were a game rather than take it seriously behave in a certain way cause to emit recorded audio or video manipulate manually or in one's mind or imagination use to one's advantage consider not very seriously be received or accepted or interpreted in a specific way behave carelessly or indifferently cause to move or operate freely within a bounded space perform on a stage or theater be performed or presented for public viewing cause to happen or to occur as a consequence discharge or direct or be discharged or directed as if in a continuous stream make bets stake on the outcome of an issue shoot or hit in a particular manner use or move employ in a game or in a specific position contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle exhaust by allowing to pull on the line
badminton played with one person on each side tennis played with one person on each side a base hit on which the batter stops safely at first base the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number hit a single
in a swift manner
United States slapstick comedian who played the pompous and overbearing member of the Laurel and Hardy duo who made many films (1892-1957) English novelist and poet (1840-1928) having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships able to survive under unfavorable weather conditions invulnerable to fear or intimidation
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a place where things merge or flow together (especially rivers) a flowing together a coming together of people
an involuntary intake of breath through a wide open mouth; usually triggered by fatigue or boredom utter a yawn, as from lack of oxygen or when one is tired be wide open
a borough of New York City
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a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished an arrangement scheme scale drawing of a structure have the will and intention to carry out some action make plans for something make or work out a plan for; devise make a design of; plan out in systematic, often graphic form
consider or hold as true receive willingly something given or offered give an affirmative reply to; respond favorably to react favorably to; consider right and proper admit into a group or community take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person tolerate or accommodate oneself to be designed to hold or take receive (a report) officially, as from a committee make use of or accept for some purpose be sexually responsive to, used of a female domesticated mammal tolerating without protest
having odor or a characteristic odor emitting an odor having a natural fragrance
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arousing or provoking laughter beyond or deviating from the usual or expected not as expected experiencing odd bodily sensations
a city in central Florida; site of Walt Disney World
know and comprehend the nature or meaning of perceive (an idea or situation) mentally make sense of a language believe to be the case be understanding of
the quality possessed by something with a great price or value the positive quality of being precious and beyond value the quality of being fastidious or excessively refined
a pronouncement encouraging or banning some activity showing the way by conducting or leading; imposing direction on
a unit of instruction punishment intended as a warning to others the significance of a story or event a task assigned for individual study
on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always; at other times for six months"
a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something bedding that keeps a person warm in bed the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it the protective covering on the front, back, and spine of a book a natural object that covers or envelops covering for a hole (especially a hole in the top of a container) fire that makes it difficult for the enemy to fire on your own individuals or formations a fixed charge by a restaurant or nightclub over and above the charge for food and drink a recording of a song that was first recorded or made popular by somebody else a false identity and background (especially one created for an undercover agent) provide with a covering or cause to be covered form a cover over span an interval of distance, space or time provide for act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory travel across or pass over be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism hold within range of an aimed firearm to take an action to protect against future problems hide from view or knowledge protect or defend (a position in a game) maintain a check on; especially by patrolling protect by insurance make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities invest with a large or excessive amount of something help out by taking someone's place and temporarily assuming his responsibilities be sufficient to meet, defray, or offset the charge or cost of spread over a surface to conceal or protect cover as if with a shroud copulate with a female, used especially of horses put something on top of something else play a higher card than the one previously played be responsible for guarding an opponent in a game sit on (eggs) clothe, as if for protection from the elements
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put into dramatic form represent something in a dramatic manner add details to
an assembly of witches; usually 13 witches
prevent from entering; keep out render unsuitable for passage expel, as if by official decree secure with, or as if with, bars preventing entry or exit or a course of action marked with stripes or bands
an upholstered seat for more than one person a room (as in a hotel or airport) with seating where people can wait sit or recline comfortably be about
a scientist who devotes himself to doing research
how something is done or how it happens characteristic or habitual practice the latest and most admired style in clothes and cosmetics and behavior consumer goods (especially clothing) in the current mode make out of components (often in an improvising manner)
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a tube through which a bullet travels when a gun is fired a cylindrical container that holds liquids a bulging cylindrical shape; hollow with flat ends the quantity that a barrel (of any size) will hold any of various units of capacity put in barrels
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a feeling of delight at being entertained an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention
pull, as against a resistance draw slowly or heavily force into some kind of situation, condition, or course of action move slowly and as if with great effort to lag or linger behind suck in or take (air) use a computer mouse to move icons on the screen and select commands from a menu walk without lifting the feet search (as the bottom of a body of water) for something valuable or lost persuade to come away from something attractive or interesting proceed for an extended period of time
an expression whose meaning cannot be determined from its context unclearness by virtue of having more than one meaning
a car driven by a person whose job is to take passengers where they want to go in exchange for money travel slowly ride in a taxicab
a reflex motion caused by cold or fear or excitement an almost pleasurable sensation of fright tremble convulsively, as from fear or excitement shake, as from cold
a game played on a large open course with 9 or 18 holes; the object is use as few strokes as possible in playing all the holes play golf
coins made of gold a deep yellow color a soft yellow malleable ductile (trivalent and univalent) metallic element; occurs mainly as nuggets in rocks and alluvial deposits; does not react with most chemicals but is attacked by chlorine and aqua regia great wealth something likened to the metal in brightness or preciousness or superiority etc. made from or covered with gold having the deep slightly brownish color of gold
combine into one blend or harmonize mix together different elements combined or mixed together so that the constituent parts are indistinguishable
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reduce the level of land, as by erosion reduce in worth or character, usually verbally lower the grade of something; reduce its worth
the process of becoming a vapor the process of extracting moisture
wisdom in the management of public affairs
a meeting for execution of a group's functions the time during which a school holds classes a meeting devoted to a particular activity a meeting of spiritualists
relating to or supported by or located in a parish narrowly restricted in outlook or scope
goods carried by a large vehicle transporting goods commercially at rates cheaper than express rates the charge for transporting something by common carrier transport commercially as cargo load with goods for transportation
a native or inhabitant of Senegal of or relating to or characteristic of Senegal or its people
the mother-in-law of Ruth whose story is told in the Book of Ruth in the Old Testament
reduce the level of land, as by erosion reduce in worth or character, usually verbally lower the grade of something; reduce its worth unrestrained by convention or morality lowered in value
overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuli charge someone with too many tasks cover completely or make imperceptible overcome by superior force
outstanding Italian operatic tenor (1873-1921)
the striking of one body against another a forceful consequence; a strong effect influencing strongly the violent interaction of individuals or groups entering into combat press or wedge together; pack together have an effect upon
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cloak that is folded or wrapped around a person a sandwich in which the filling is rolled up in a soft tortilla the covering (usually paper or cellophane) in which something is wrapped arrange or fold as a cover or protection arrange or or coil around enclose or enfold completely with or as if with a covering crash into so as to coil around
a positive feeling of liking
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produce a literary work communicate or express by writing have (one's written work) issued for publication communicate (with) in writing communicate by letter write music mark or trace on a surface record data on a computer write or name the letters that comprise the conventionally accepted form of (a word or part of a word) create code, write a computer program
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay) a person who is able to write and has written something
with competence; in a competent capable manner
fail to do something; leave something undone be unsuccessful disappoint, prove undependable to; abandon, forsake stop operating or functioning be unable judge unacceptable fail to get a passing grade fall short in what is expected become bankrupt or insolvent; fail financially and close prove insufficient get worse
United States film actor who played tough heroes (1907-1979) American general during the American Revolution (1745-1796)
a container that holds a magnetic tape used for recording or playing sound or video
anything that contributes causally to a result an abstract part of something one of two or more integers that can be exactly divided into another integer a businessman who buys or sells for another in exchange for a commission any of the numbers (or symbols) that form a product when multiplied together an independent variable in statistics (genetics) a segment of DNA that is involved in producing a polypeptide chain; it can include regions preceding and following the coding DNA as well as introns between the exons; it is considered a unit of heredity resolve into factors be a contributing factor consider as relevant when making a decision
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United States conductor and composer (1918-1990)
unbiased impartial unconcern apathy demonstrated by an absence of emotional reactions the trait of lacking enthusiasm for or interest in things generally the trait of remaining calm and seeming not to care; a casual lack of concern
direct the course; determine the direction of travelling take somebody somewhere be a guiding or motivating force or drive use as a guide pass over, across, or through subject to guidance or control especially after launching
a line of units following one after another a vertical glass tube used in column chromatography; a mixture is poured in the top and washed through a stationary substance where components of the mixture are adsorbed selectively to form colored bands a vertical array of numbers or other information anything that approximates the shape of a column or tower an article giving opinions or perspectives a vertical cylindrical structure standing alone and not supporting anything (such as a monument) (architecture) a tall vertical cylindrical structure standing upright and used to support a structure a page or text that is vertically divided any tubular or pillar-like supporting structure in the body
any creature of exceptional size a person of exceptional importance and reputation an unusually large enterprise a very large person; impressive in size or qualities someone or something that is abnormally large and powerful an imaginary figure of superhuman size and strength; appears in folklore and fairy tales a very bright star of large diameter and low density (relative to the Sun)
rejecting any belief in gods related to or characterized by or given to atheism
a candidate with no chance of winning but who may draw enough votes to prevent one of the leading candidates from winning someone who takes spoils or plunder (as in war) someone who pampers or spoils by excessive indulgence an airfoil mounted on the rear of a car to reduce lift at high speeds a hinged airfoil on the upper surface of an aircraft wing that is raised to reduce lift and increase drag
a person who relies on another person for support (especially financial support) relying on or requiring a person or thing for support, supply, or what is needed contingent on something else (of a clause) unable to stand alone syntactically as a complete sentence held from above being under the power or sovereignty of another or others addicted to a drug
someone who is not a clergyman or a professional person of or relating to the doctrine that rejects religion and religious considerations characteristic of or devoted to the temporal world as opposed to the spiritual world not concerned with or devoted to religion of or relating to clergy not bound by monastic vows characteristic of those who are not members of the clergy
the motion characteristic of fluids (liquids or gases) move or progress freely as if in a stream move along, of liquids cause to flow be abundantly present fall or flow in a certain way cover or swamp with water undergo menstruation designed or arranged to offer the least resistant to fluid flow
bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer
expressive of sympathetic pleasure or joy on account of someone's success or good fortune
feel bitter or indignant about wish ill or allow unwillingly
a female actor
in a close relation or position in time or space in an attentive manner in a close manner
a person who investigates and reports or edits news stories
in a charming manner
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noisy and mischievous merrymaking
the act of inspiring with fear cause fear in drive out by frightening causing fear or dread or terror
substitute a person or thing for (another that is broken or inefficient or lost or no longer working or yielding what is expected) take the place or move into the position of put something back where it belongs put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items
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make sanitary by cleaning or sterilizing make less offensive or more acceptable by removing objectionable features made sanitary
an opposing military force an armed adversary (especially a member of an opposing military force) any hostile group of people a personal enemy
make fit for, or change to suit a new purpose adapt or conform oneself to new or different conditions
a tense of verbs used in describing action that is on-going a person who favors a political philosophy of progress and reform and the protection of civil liberties favoring or promoting progress favoring or promoting reform (often by government action) (of taxes) adjusted so that the rate increases as the amount of income increases gradually advancing in extent (of a card game or a dance) involving a series of sections for which the participants successively change place or relative position advancing in severity
expend profusely; also used with abstract nouns very generous characterized by extravagance and profusion
a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience something or someone that provides a source of happiness a formal expression an activity that affords enjoyment sexual gratification
a slide of large masses of snow and ice and mud down a mountain a sudden appearance of an overwhelming number of things gather into a huge mass and roll down a mountain, of snow
a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate) a slogan used to rally support for a cause a fit of weeping the characteristic utterance of an animal utter a sudden loud cry shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy proclaim or announce in public demand immediate action utter a characteristic sound bring into a particular state by crying
a sequence of 8 bits (enough to represent one character of alphanumeric data) processed as a single unit of information
separate or cut with a tool, such as a sharp instrument make by cutting into come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation
(used as an intensifier) extremely well
declare formally; declare someone to be something; of titles state or announce affirm or declare as an attribute or quality of praise, glorify, or honor
engaging in the business of keeping money for savings and checking accounts or for exchange or for issuing loans and credit etc. transacting business with a bank; depositing or withdrawing funds or requesting a loan etc. tip laterally enclose with a bank do business with a bank or keep an account at a bank act as the banker in a game or in gambling be in the banking business put into a bank account cover with ashes so to control the rate of burning have confidence or faith in
give up or agree to forgo to the power or possession of another relinquish possession or control over
a republic in the western Balkans in south-central Europe in the eastern Adriatic coastal area; formerly part of the Habsburg monarchy and Yugoslavia; became independent in 1991
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be similar, be in line with adapt or conform oneself to new or different conditions
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make less visible or unclear make unclear, indistinct, or blurred make obscure or unclear reduce a vowel to a neutral one, such as a schwa make undecipherable or imperceptible by obscuring or concealing not clearly understood or expressed marked by difficulty of style or expression difficult to find not famous or acclaimed not drawing attention remote and separate physically or socially
a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)
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workplace consisting of a circular building for repairing locomotives a hook delivered with an exaggerated swing
the event of one object coming closer to another the temporal property of becoming nearer in time the act of drawing spatially closer to something move towards come near or verge on, resemble, come nearer in quality, or character begin to deal with come near in time make advances to someone, usually with a proposal or suggestion of the relatively near future
afflicted with or characteristic of mental derangement very foolish
in a delicate manner
a group of things of the same kind that belong together and are so used (mathematics) an abstract collection of numbers or symbols several exercises intended to be done in series representation consisting of the scenery and other properties used to identify the location of a dramatic production an unofficial association of people or groups a relatively permanent inclination to react in a particular way the act of putting something in position a unit of play in tennis or squash the process of becoming hard or solid by cooling or drying or crystallization evil Egyptian god with the head of a beast that has high square ears and a long snout; brother and murderer of Osiris the descent of a heavenly body below the horizon (psychology) being temporarily ready to respond in a particular way any electronic equipment that receives or transmits radio or tv signals put into a certain place or abstract location fix conclusively or authoritatively decide upon or fix definitely establish as the highest level or best performance put into a certain state; cause to be in a certain state fix in a border make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc set to a certain position or cause to operate correctly locate disappear beyond the horizon adapt for performance in a different way put or set (seeds, seedlings, or plants) into the ground apply or start become gelatinous set in type put into a position that will restore a normal state insert (a nail or screw below the surface, as into a countersink) give a fine, sharp edge to a knife or razor urge to attack someone estimate equip with sails or masts get ready for a particular purpose or event alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard bear fruit arrange attractively (usually followed by `to' or `for') on the point of or strongly disposed fixed and unmoving situated in a particular spot or position set down according to a plan:"a carefully laid table with places set for four people" being below the horizon determined or decided upon as by an authority converted to solid form (as concrete)
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choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans take up and practice as one's own take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect take into one's family put into dramatic form take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own
terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God a person who grows or makes or invents things
overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuli charge someone with too many tasks cover completely or make imperceptible overcome by superior force
a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms a figure that branches from a single root English actor and theatrical producer noted for his lavish productions of Shakespeare (1853-1917) force a person or an animal into a position from which he cannot escape plant with trees chase an animal up a tree stretch (a shoe) on a shoetree
provide with insufficient quality or quantity of nourishment not being provided with adequate nourishment
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English romantic poet notorious for his rebellious and unconventional lifestyle (1788-1824)
having great influence having or wielding force or authority having a strong physiological or chemical effect (of a male) capable of copulation
activities associated with sexual intercourse either of the two categories (male or female) into which most organisms are divided all of the feelings resulting from the urge to gratify sexual impulses the properties that distinguish organisms on the basis of their reproductive roles stimulate sexually tell the sex (of young chickens)
in conjunction with; combined
the seat within a bishop's diocese where his cathedral is located perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight perceive (an idea or situation) mentally perceive or be contemporaneous with imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind deem to be get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally see or watch come together find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something go to see for professional or business reasons go to see for a social visit go to see a place, as for entertainment take charge of or deal with receive as a specified guest date regularly; have a steady relationship with see and understand, have a good eye deliberate or decide observe as if with an eye observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect go or live through accompany or escort match or meet make sense of; assign a meaning to
a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land anything apparently limitless in quantity or volume turbulent water with swells of considerable size
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a fractional monetary unit of Japan and Indonesia and Cambodia; equal to one hundredth of a yen or rupiah or riel
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relating to physical reality rather than with thoughts or the mind that is going out or leaving toward the outside
hinge joint in the human leg connecting the tibia and fibula with the femur and protected in front by the patella joint between the femur and tibia in a quadruped; corresponds to the human knee the part of a trouser leg that provides the cloth covering for the knee
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an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented the vital principle or animating force within living things the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people a fundamental emotional and activating principle determining one's character any incorporeal supernatural being that can become visible (or audible) to human beings the state of a person's emotions (especially with regard to pleasure or dejection) the intended meaning of a communication animation and energy in action or expression an inclination or tendency of a certain kind infuse with spirit
disturb the composure of
deaden (a sound or noise), especially by wrapping in a softened tone being or made softer or less loud or clear
a form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement
at this time or period; now
lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones reduced in strength or concentration or quality or purity
an evil supernatural being a cruel wicked and inhuman person someone extremely diligent or skillful
resembling a uncle in kindness or indulgence being or relating to an uncle
a light truck with an open body and low sides and a tailboard a warrant to take someone into custody anything with restorative powers a casual acquaintance; often made in hope of sexual relationships the attribute of being capable of rapid acceleration mechanical device consisting of a light balanced arm that carries the cartridge an electro-acoustic transducer that is the part of the arm of a record player that holds the needle and that is removable the act or process of picking up or collecting from various places the act of taking aboard passengers or freight
in the order given
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being or containing an acid; of a solution having an excess of hydrogen atoms (having a pH of less than 7) being sour to the taste
an established ceremony prescribed by a religion any customary observance or practice
lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones
an imaginary creature usually having various human and animal parts someone or something that is abnormally large and powerful a person or animal that is markedly unusual or deformed a cruel wicked and inhuman person (medicine) a grossly malformed and usually nonviable fetus
a remark (or act) expressing praise and admiration say something to someone that expresses praise express respect or esteem for
a clear and certain mental apprehension be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about know how to do or perform something be aware of the truth of something; have a belief or faith in something; regard as true beyond any doubt be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority have fixed in the mind have sexual intercourse with know the nature or character of be able to distinguish, recognize as being different perceive as familiar evidencing the possession of inside information characterized by conscious design or purpose alert and fully informed highly educated; having extensive information or understanding
moderate in type or degree or effect or force; far from extreme humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness mild and pleasant
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ability to make judgments free from discrimination or dishonesty the quality of being honest and straightforward in attitude and speech
a state of misfortune or affliction something hard to endure something that causes or entails suffering
a speech of violent denunciation
land and the buildings on it a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn set forth beforehand, often as an explanation furnish with a preface or introduction take something as preexisting and given
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conversion into dramatic form a dramatic representation
a single distinct event a public disturbance falling or striking of light rays on something (sometimes followed by `to') minor or casual or subordinate in significance or nature or occurring as a chance concomitant or consequence
the process whereby heat changes something from a solid to a liquid reduce or cause to be reduced from a solid to a liquid state, usually by heating become or cause to become soft or liquid become more relaxed, easygoing, or genial lose its distinct outline or shape; blend gradually become less clearly visible or distinguishable; disappear gradually or seemingly become less intense and fade away gradually
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a state of forcible subjugation (psychiatry) the classical defense mechanism that protects you from impulses or ideas that would cause anxiety by preventing them from becoming conscious the act of repressing; control by holding down
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present or use over, with no or few changes go back over
give or delegate power or authority to give qualities or abilities to
unwilling to make or express an apology
render capable or able for some task
the temporal end; the concluding time the last or lowest in an ordering or series a person's dying act; the final thing a person can do the time at which life ends; continuing until dead a unit of weight equal to 4,000 pounds a unit of capacity for grain equal to 80 bushels the concluding parts of an event or occurrence holding device shaped like a human foot that is used to fashion or repair shoes persist for a specified period of time continue to live through hardship or adversity immediately past coming after all others in time or space or degree or being the only one remaining occurring at or forming an end or termination most unlikely or unsuitable occurring at the time of death conclusive in a process or progression highest in extent or degree not to be altered or undone lowest in rank or importance most_recently the item at the end
a chordophone that has a triangular frame consisting of a sounding board and a pillar and a curved neck; the strings stretched between the neck and the soundbox are plucked with the fingers a pair of curved vertical supports for a lampshade a small rectangular free-reed instrument having a row of free reeds set back in air holes and played by blowing into the desired hole come back to play the harp
the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100
the act of consuming liquids the act of drinking alcoholic beverages to excess take in liquids consume alcohol propose a toast to be fascinated or spell-bound by; pay close attention to drink excessive amounts of alcohol; be an alcoholic
only a very short time before in a sparse or scanty way
a favorite saying of a sect or political group
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a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it) the state of being connected an instrumentality that connects (usually plural) a person who is influential and to whom you are connected in some way (as by family or friendship) the process of bringing ideas or events together in memory or imagination a connecting shape a supplier (especially of narcotics) shifting from one form of transportation to another the act of bringing two things into contact (especially for communication)
to make better get better
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any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses pinkish table wine from red grapes whose skins were removed after fermentation began a dusty pink color move upward increase in value or to a higher point rise to one's feet rise up come to the surface come into existence; take on form or shape move to a better position in life or to a better job go up or advance become more extreme get up and out of bed rise in rank or status become heartened or elated exert oneself to meet a challenge take part in a rebellion; renounce a former allegiance increase in volume come up, of celestial bodies return from the dead of something having a dusty purplish pink color
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remove, usually with some force or effort; also used in an abstract sense get despite difficulties or obstacles deduce (a principle) or construe (a meaning) extract by the process of distillation separate (a metal) from an ore obtain from a substance, as by mechanical action take out of a literary work in order to cite or copy calculate the root of a number
all of something including all its component elements or parts an assemblage of parts that is regarded as a single entity including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete (of siblings) having the same parents not injured exhibiting or restored to vigorous good health acting together as a single undiversified whole to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly')
the natural process by which the body repairs itself heal or recover get healthy again provide a cure for, make healthy again tending to cure or restore to health
weight to be borne or conveyed a quantity that can be processed or transported at one time goods carried by a large vehicle an amount of alcohol sufficient to intoxicate the power output of a generator or power plant an onerous or difficult concern a deposit of valuable ore occurring within definite boundaries separating it from surrounding rocks the front part of a guided missile or rocket or torpedo that carries the nuclear or explosive charge or the chemical or biological agents electrical device to which electrical power is delivered fill or place a load on provide (a device) with something necessary transfer from a storage device to a computer's memory put (something) on a structure or conveyance corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones
a shaped mass of baked bread that is usually sliced before eating a quantity of food (other than bread) formed in a particular shape be lazy or idle be about
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impressiveness in scale or proportion
a chronic drinker someone who is intoxicated take in liquids consume alcohol propose a toast to be fascinated or spell-bound by; pay close attention to drink excessive amounts of alcohol; be an alcoholic stupefied or excited by a chemical substance (especially alcohol) as if under the influence of alcohol
act as a stimulant cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of cause to be alert and energetic cause to occur rapidly stir feelings in provide the needed stimulus for
perform an action, or work out or perform (an action) behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself play a role or part discharge one's duties pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind be suitable for theatrical performance have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected be engaged in an activity, often for no particular purpose other than pleasure behave unnaturally or affectedly perform on a stage or theater
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the act of breaking something into small pieces hit hard break into pieces, as by striking or knocking over reduce to bankruptcy hit violently humiliate or depress completely damage or destroy as if by violence hit (a tennis ball) in a powerful overhead stroke collide or strike violently and suddenly overthrow or destroy (something considered evil or harmful) break suddenly into pieces, as from a violent blow very good
the act of binding yourself (intellectually or emotionally) to a course of action the loyalty that citizens owe to their country (or subjects to their sovereign)
a group of people living in a particular local area common ownership a group of nations having common interests agreement as to goals a district where people live; occupied primarily by private residences (ecology) a group of interdependent organisms inhabiting the same region and interacting with each other
a cavity or space in something a small valley between mountains a depression hollowed out of solid matter remove the inner part or the core of remove the interior of not solid; having a space or gap or cavity as if echoing in a hollow space devoid of significance or point
of or relating to dimensions having dimension--the quality or character or stature proper to a person; he is pasty, bland, faceless"- Norman Cousins
an active and efficient cause; capable of producing a certain effect a representative who acts on behalf of other persons or organizations a substance that exerts some force or effect a businessman who buys or sells for another in exchange for a commission any agent or representative of a federal agency or bureau the semantic role of the animate entity that instigates or causes the happening denoted by the verb in the clause
a written work (as a novel) that has been recast in a new form the process of adapting to something (such as environmental conditions) (physiology) the responsive adjustment of a sense organ (as the eye) to varying conditions (as of light)
the dialect of English used in Scotland of or relating to or characteristic of Scotland or its people or culture or its English dialect or Gaelic language
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a pad placed under a carpet raise or support (the level of printing) by inserting a piece of paper or cardboard under the type put (something) under or beneath provide with a base, support, lining, or backing be or form the base for lie underneath
endless loop of flexible material between two rotating shafts or pulleys a band to tie or buckle around the body (usually at the waist) an elongated region where a specific condition or characteristic is found a vigorous blow a path or strip (as cut by one course of mowing) ammunition (usually of small caliber) loaded in flexible linked strips for use in a machine gun the act of hitting vigorously sing loudly and forcefully deliver a blow to fasten with a belt
lacking in usefulness or value morally reprehensible
any substance considered disgustingly foul or unpleasant the state of being covered with unclean things a state characterized by foul or disgusting dirt and refuse an offensive or indecent word or phrase
the business of issuing printed matter for sale or distribution put into print prepare and issue for public distribution or sale have (one's written work) issued for publication
a person who conveys (carries or transmits) a moving belt that transports objects (as in a factory)
a preliminary introduction to a statute or constitution (usually explaining its purpose) make a preliminary introduction, usually to a formal document
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the mental attitude that something is believable and should be accepted as true the act of accepting with approval; favorable reception the state of being acceptable and accepted (contract law) words signifying consent to the terms of an offer (thereby creating a contract) banking: a time draft drawn on and accepted by a bank a disposition to tolerate or accept people or situations the act of taking something that is offered
witty language used to convey insults or scorn
literature in metrical form a piece of poetry a line of metrical text compose verses or put into verse familiarize through thorough study or experience
call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) evoke or provoke to appear or occur deduce (a principle) or construe (a meaning) summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic call to mind
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the act of contacting one thing with another cause to move by striking hit against; come into sudden contact with deal a blow to, either with the hand or with an instrument reach a destination, either real or abstract affect or afflict suddenly, usually adversely hit with a missile from a weapon encounter by chance gain points in a game cause to experience suddenly make a strategic, offensive, assault against an enemy, opponent, or a target kill intentionally and with premeditation drive something violently into a location reach a point in time, or a certain state or level produce by manipulating keys or strings of musical instruments, also metaphorically consume to excess hit the intended target or goal pay unsolicited and usually unwanted sexual attention to
desire strongly or persistently
with equanimity
unrestrained, especially with regard to feelings recklessly wasteful
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the furthest or highest degree of something the point located farthest from the middle of something of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity far beyond a norm in quantity or amount or degree; to an utmost degree beyond a norm in views or actions most distant in any direction
cause to be annoyed, irritated, or resentful aroused to impatience or anger
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someone who fights (or is fighting)
a person loved by another person any well-liked individual a very attractive or seductive looking woman privileged treatment of a favored person or corporation (sometimes unethically)
someone who has won first place in a competition someone who fights for a cause a person who backs a politician or a team etc. someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field protect or fight for as a champion holding first place in a contest
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the event of something burning (often destructive) the act of firing weapons or artillery at an enemy the process of combustion of inflammable materials producing heat and light and (often) smoke a fireplace in which a relatively small fire is burning once thought to be one of four elements composing the universe (Empedocles) feelings of great warmth and intensity fuel that is burning and is used as a means for cooking a severe trial intense adverse criticism start firing a weapon cause to go off bake in a kiln so as to harden terminate the employment of; discharge from an office or position go off or discharge drive out or away by or as if by fire call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) destroy by fire provide with fuel
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a person who has achieved distinction and honor in some field relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind of major significance or importance remarkable or out of the ordinary in degree or magnitude or effect very good uppercase in an advanced stage of pregnancy
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marked by or arising from malice
the state of being silent (as when no one is speaking) the absence of sound a refusal to speak when expected the trait of keeping things secret cause to be quiet or not talk keep from expression, for example by threats or pressure
an intermission between the first and second half of a game
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any competition a contest of speed people who are believed to belong to the same genetic stock (biology) a taxonomic group that is a division of a species; usually arises as a consequence of geographical isolation within a species the flow of air that is driven backwards by an aircraft propeller a canal for a current of water move fast compete in a race to work as fast as possible towards a goal, sometimes in competition with others cause to move fast or to rush or race
stop sleeping not in a state of sleep; completely conscious mentally perceptive and responsive
an officer of a corporation or others who have access to private information about the corporation's operations
expressing sorrow filled with or evoking sadness
a state of nervous depression United States biochemist (born in Poland) who showed that several diseases were caused by dietary deficiencies and who coined the term `vitamin' for the chemicals involved (1884-1967) an earthy type of jazz combining it with blues and soul; has a heavy bass line that accentuates the first beat in the bar draw back, as with fear or pain
(of non-living objects) the state of being free of pathogenic organisms the state of being unable to produce offspring; in a woman it is an inability to conceive; in a man it is an inability to impregnate
pinch or squeeze sharply pull or pull out sharply adjust finely
the state of demanding notice or attention the print media responsible for gathering and publishing news in the form of newspapers or magazines a machine used for printing a dense crowd of people a tall piece of furniture that provides storage space for clothes; has a door and rails or hooks for hanging clothes clamp to prevent wooden rackets from warping when not in use any machine that exerts pressure to form or shape or cut materials or extract liquids or compress solids a weightlift in which the barbell is lifted to shoulder height and then smoothly lifted overhead the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure exert pressure or force to or upon force or impel in an indicated direction to be oppressive or burdensome place between two surfaces and apply weight or pressure squeeze or press together crowd closely create by pressing be urgent exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for press from a plastic make strenuous pushing movements during birth to expel the baby press and smooth with a heated iron lift weights ask for or request earnestly
manual (or mechanical) carrying or moving or delivering or working with something the action of touching with the hands (or the skillful use of the hands) or by the use of mechanical means the management of someone or something be in charge of, act on, or dispose of interact in a certain way act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression touch, lift, or hold with the hands handle effectively show and train
lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance not established beyond doubt; still undecided or unknown not established or confirmed not certain to occur; not inevitable subject to change not consistent or dependable ambiguous (especially in the negative)
a woman host a woman innkeeper a woman steward on an airplane be the host of or for
United States filmmaker (born in 1939)
a slide of large masses of snow and ice and mud down a mountain a sudden appearance of an overwhelming number of things gather into a huge mass and roll down a mountain, of snow
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a heterosexual person; someone having a sexual orientation to persons of the opposite sex a poker hand with 5 consecutive cards (regardless of suit) a straight segment of a roadway or racecourse successive (without a break) having no deviations (of hair) having no waves or curls erect in posture in keeping with the facts characterized by honesty and fairness no longer coiled free from curves or angles neatly arranged; not disorderly not homosexual accurately fitted; level without evasion or compromise without water following a correct or logical method rigidly conventional or old-fashioned without deviation in a forthright manner; candidly or frankly in a straight line; in a direct course
extend in one or more directions become larger in size or volume or quantity make bigger or wider in size, volume, or quantity grow vigorously exaggerate or make bigger add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing expand the influence of increased in extent or size or bulk or scope
a sum of money allocated for a particular purpose a summary of intended expenditures along with proposals for how to meet them make a budget
feel admiration for look at with admiration
a pickup truck with a gun mounted on it (basketball) a foul that can be assessed on a player or a coach or a team for unsportsmanlike conduct; does not usually involve physical contact during play of or relating to technique or proficiency in a practical skill characterizing or showing skill in or specialized knowledge of applied arts and sciences of or relating to a practical subject that is organized according to scientific principles of or relating to or requiring special knowledge to be understood resulting from or dependent on market factors rather than fundamental economic considerations
a small hard fruit a mature fertilized plant ovule consisting of an embryo and its food source and having a protective coat or testa one of the outstanding players in a tournament anything that provides inspiration for later work the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract go to seed; shed seeds help (an enterprise) in its early stages of development by providing seed money bear seeds place (seeds) in or on the ground for future growth distribute (players or teams) so that outstanding teams or players will not meet in the early rounds sprinkle with silver iodide particles to disperse and cause rain inoculate with microorganisms remove the seeds from
exert pressure or force to or upon force or impel in an indicated direction to be oppressive or burdensome place between two surfaces and apply weight or pressure squeeze or press together crowd closely create by pressing be urgent exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for press from a plastic make strenuous pushing movements during birth to expel the baby press and smooth with a heated iron lift weights ask for or request earnestly compacted by ironing
in a faithful manner
an inclination to do something a natural inclination the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical the act of deviating from a vertical position to incline or bend from a vertical position cause to lean or incline have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined rely on for support cause to lean to the side departing or being caused to depart from the true vertical or horizontal
affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs) touch with the lips or press the lips (against someone's mouth or other body part) as an expression of love, greeting, etc. touch lightly or gently
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small Old World songbird with a reddish breast large American thrush having a rust-red breast and abdomen
away from the right path or direction far from the intended target
be obliged to pay or repay be indebted to, in an abstract or intellectual sense be in debt
become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence be at variance with; be out of line with be subject to change in accordance with a variable make something more diverse and varied
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and three being ten more than twenty
the law enforcement agency of the Justice Department that operates a nationwide system of prisons and detention facilities to incarcerate inmates sentenced to imprisonment for federal crimes an early form of modern jazz (originating around 1940) dance the bebop hit hard
expect and wish be optimistic; be full of hope; have hopes intend with some possibility of fulfilment jump lightly move quickly from one place to another travel by means of an aircraft, bus, etc. traverse as if by a short airplane trip jump across make a jump forward or upward
throw away, of something encumbering throw as from an airplane
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Welsh industrialist and social reformer who founded cooperative communities (1771-1858) English comparative anatomist and paleontologist who was an opponent of Darwinism (1804-1892)
change toward something smaller or lower a condition inferior to an earlier condition; a gradual falling off from a better state a gradual decrease; as of stored charge or current a downward slope or bend grow worse refuse to accept show unwillingness towards grow smaller go down go down in value inflect for number, gender, case, etc., "in many languages, speakers decline nouns, pronouns, and adjectives"
terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God a person who grows or makes or invents things
move something or somebody to a lower position set lower make lower or quieter cause to drop or sink look angry or sullen, wrinkle one's forehead, as if to signal disapproval below the surround or below the normal position
a base hit at which the batter stops safely at third base a set of three similar things considered as a unit a quantity that is three times as great as another increase threefold hit a three-base hit having three units or components or elements three times as great or many
in a beautiful manner
in an unnatural eery manner
come into the possession of something concrete or abstract take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) locate (a moving entity) by means of a tracking system such as radar win something through one's efforts gain knowledge or skills gain through experience
the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture United States politician and jurist who served as chief justice of the United States Supreme Court (1808-1873) a rectangular metal frame used in letterpress printing to hold together the pages or columns of composed type that are printed at one time go after with the intent to catch pursue someone sexually or romantically cut a groove into cut a furrow into a columns
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an account of an amusing incident (usually with a punch line) arousing or provoking laughter beyond or deviating from the usual or expected not as expected experiencing odd bodily sensations
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a condition caused by blocking the airways to the lungs (as with food or swelling of the larynx) the act of suffocating (someone) by constricting the windpipe breathe with great difficulty, as when experiencing a strong emotion be too tight; rub or press wring the neck of constrict (someone's) throat and keep from breathing struggle for breath; have insufficient oxygen intake fail to perform adequately due to tension or agitation check or slow down the action or effect of become or cause to become obstructed impair the respiration of or obstruct the air passage of become stultified, suppressed, or stifled suppress the development, creativity, or imagination of pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life reduce the air supply cause to retch or choke
droplets of water vapor suspended in the air near the ground an atmosphere in which visibility is reduced because of a cloud of some substance confusion characterized by lack of clarity make less visible or unclear
go or come after and bring or take back be sold for a certain price take away or remove very attractive; capturing interest
a female domestic an unmarried girl (especially a virgin)
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mail sent by a sender at one time the transmission of a letter send via the postal service cause to be directed or transmitted to another place
a railway that is powered by electricity and that runs on a track that is raised above the street level give a promotion to or assign to a higher position raise from a lower to a higher position raise in rank or condition raised above the ground of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style increased in amount or degree
primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration (primarily spatial sense) having little length or lacking in length low in stature; not tall not sufficient to meet a need (of memory) deficient in retentiveness or range not holding securities or commodities that one sells in expectation of a fall in prices of speech sounds or syllables of relatively short duration less than the correct or legal or full amount often deliberately so lacking foresight or scope tending to crumble or break into flakes due to a large amount of shortening marked by rude or peremptory shortness
a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior something regarded as a normative example prescribed guide for conduct or action (linguistics) a rule describing (or prescribing) a linguistic practice a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct the duration of a monarch's or government's power dominance or power through legal authority directions that define the way a game or sport is to be conducted any one of a systematic body of regulations defining the way of life of members of a religious order a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system (mathematics) a standard procedure for solving a class of mathematical problems measuring stick consisting of a strip of wood or metal or plastic with a straight edge that is used for drawing straight lines and measuring lengths exercise authority over; as of nations decide with authority be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance decide on and make a declaration about have an affinity with; of signs of the zodiac mark or draw with a ruler keep in check
in essence or effect but not in fact (of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
qualities of appearance that do not give pleasure to the senses the quality of being wicked
give a promotion to or assign to a higher position raise from a lower to a higher position raise in rank or condition
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compassionate feelings that support a willingness to forgive the act of excusing a mistake or offense
an example regarded as typical of its class a bit of tissue or blood or urine that is taken for diagnostic purposes
conservative English writer of the Roman Catholic persuasion; in addition to volumes of criticism and polemics he wrote detective novels featuring Father Brown (1874-1936)
the smallest administrative district of several European countries a body of people or families living together and sharing everything communicate intimately with; be in a state of heightened, intimate receptivity receive Communion, in the Catholic church
an event that might have been arranged although it was really accidental the quality of occupying the same position or area in space the temporal property of two things happening at the same time
needlework created by interlacing yarn in a series of connected loops using straight eyeless needles or by machine creating knitted wear make (textiles) by knitting tie or link together to gather something into small wrinkles or folds
freshwater or marine or terrestrial gastropod mollusk usually having an external enclosing spiral shell edible terrestrial snail usually served in the shell with a sauce of melted butter and garlic gather snails
an intensive examination testing a student's proficiency in some special field of knowledge including all or everything broad in scope
cause to take on a definite and clear shape make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear cause to form crystals or assume crystalline form assume crystalline form; become crystallized
get or find back; recover the use of get over an illness or shock regain a former condition after a financial loss regain or make up for reuse (materials from waste products) cover anew freed from illness or injury found after being lost
condition of heightened watchfulness or preparation for action a warning serves to make you more alert to danger an automatic signal (usually a sound) warning of danger warn or arouse to a sense of danger or call to a state of preparedness engaged in or accustomed to close observation quick and energetic mentally perceptive and responsive
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corn having small ears and kernels that burst when exposed to dry heat small kernels of corn exploded by heat
the display of a motion picture a vigil held over a corpse the night before burial deem to be look at carefully; study mentally see or watch
a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality a relative position or degree of value in a graded group a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process height above ground indicator that establishes the horizontal when a bubble is centered in a tube of liquid a flat surface at right angles to a plumb line an abstract place usually conceived as having depth a structure consisting of a room or set of rooms at a single position along a vertical scale aim at tear down so as to make flat with the ground make level or straight direct into a position for use talk frankly with; lay it on the line become level or even
a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards an abrupt transition a sudden and decisive increase the distance leaped (or to be leaped) move forward by leaps and bounds pass abruptly from one state or topic to another jump down from an elevated point cause to jump or leap
the condition of being essential or indispensable anything indispensable
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English tennis player who won many women's singles titles (born in 1945) walk (through relatively shallow water) compress into a wad crowd or pack to capacity
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approximately the last 10,000 years new of the immediate past or just previous to the present time
attract; cause to be enamored marked by foolish or unreasoning fondness
at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time being or occurring at an early stage of development belonging to the distant past very young of an early stage in the development of a language or literature expected in the near future during an early stage before the usual time or the time expected in good time
use up, consume fully pay out
not divisible by two not easily explained an indefinite quantity more than that specified beyond or deviating from the usual or expected of the remaining member of a pair, of socks e.g. not used up
an electrical force linking atoms a certificate of debt (usually interest-bearing or discounted) that is issued by a government or corporation in order to raise money; the issuer is required to pay a fixed sum annually until maturity and then a fixed sum to repay the principal a connection based on kinship or marriage or common interest (criminal law) money that must be forfeited by the bondsman if an accused person fails to appear in court for trial a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner) a connection that fastens things together a superior quality of strong durable white writing paper; originally made for printing documents United States civil rights leader who was elected to the legislature in Georgia but was barred from taking his seat because he opposed the Vietnam War (born 1940) British secret operative 007 in novels by Ian Fleming the property of sticking together (as of glue and wood) or the joining of surfaces of different composition stick to firmly create social or emotional ties issue bonds on bring together in a common cause or emotion
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causing or able to cause nausea highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust
a human being a human body (usually including the clothing) a grammatical category used in the classification of pronouns, possessive determiners, and verb forms according to whether they indicate the speaker, the addressee, or a third party
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solid excretory product evacuated from the bowels
a port and resort city on the French Riviera; site of an annual film festival
a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented the art of writing and producing plays a region in which active military operations are in progress
print in italics
a local tax on property (usually used in the plural) a magnitude or frequency relative to a time unit amount of a charge or payment relative to some basis the relative speed of progress or change a quantity or amount or measure considered as a proportion of another quantity or amount or measure assign a rank or rating to be worthy of or have a certain rating estimate the value of desert one's party or group of friends, for example, for one's personal advantage employ scabs or strike breakers in take the place of work of someone on strike give (hair) the appearance of being fuller by using a rat catch rats, especially with dogs give away information about somebody
be composed of include or contain; have as a component form or compose
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worthy of or requiring responsibility or trust; or held accountable being the agent or cause having an acceptable credit rating
small room on a ship or boat where people sleep a small house built of wood; usually in a wooded area the enclosed compartment of an aircraft or spacecraft where passengers are carried confine to a small space, such as a cabin
the act of hearing attentively hear with intention listen and pay attention pay close attention to; give heed to
tasteless showiness
in deplorable condition
be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly make stupid with alcohol stupefied by alcoholic drink perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment confused and vague; used especially of thinking
of or pertaining to Gaul or the Gauls of or pertaining to France or the people of France
cause to suffer a blight annoy continually or chronically
a difficult or unusual or dangerous feat; usually done to gain attention a creature (especially a whale) that has been prevented from attaining full growth check the growth or development of perform a stunt or stunts
show a lack of respect for have little or no respect for; hold in contempt
the sharp sound of snapping noises glazed china with a network of fine cracks on the surface make a crackling sound make a crushing noise to become, or to cause to become, covered with a network of small cracks
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United States playwright (1888-1953)
a fault or defect in a computer program, system, or machine
the relation of something to the matter at hand
a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration an intuitive assumption the temporal end; the concluding time event whose occurrence ends something the proposition arrived at by logical reasoning (such as the proposition that must follow from the major and minor premises of a syllogism) the act of ending something a final settlement the last section of a communication the act of making up your mind about something
the astonishment you feel when something totally unexpected happens to you a sudden unexpected event the act of surprising someone cause to be surprised come upon or take unawares attack by storm; attack suddenly
the act of admitting someone to enter an acknowledgment of the truth of something the fee charged for admission the right to enter
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making or becoming suitable; adjusting to circumstances a small and often standardized accessory to a larger system (usually plural) furnishings and equipment (especially for a ship or hotel) putting clothes on to see whether they fit be agreeable or acceptable to be the right size or shape; fit correctly or as desired satisfy a condition or restriction make fit insert or adjust several objects or people be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics conform to some shape or size provide with (something) usually for a specific purpose make correspond or harmonize in harmony with the spirit of particular persons or occasion being precisely fitting and right
any nonverbal action or gesture that encodes a message any incitement to action an electric quantity (voltage or current or field strength) whose modulation represents coded information about the source from which it comes communicate silently and non-verbally by signals or signs be a signal for or a symptom of
a high wave (often dangerous) caused by tidal flow (as by colliding tidal currents or in a narrow estuary) having or showing keen interest or intense desire or impatient expectancy
put in effect to gain with effort
apt to speak irritably smart and fashionable pleasantly cold and invigorating marked by up-to-dateness in dress and manners quick and energetic
a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian an organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained bring up
a point or extent in space the act of putting something in a certain place a determination of the place where something is a workplace away from a studio at which some or all of a movie may be made
the largest Australian city located in southeastern Australia on the Tasman Sea; state capital of New South Wales; Australia's chief port
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a lace used for fastening shoes a small amount of money
concerned chiefly or only with yourself and your advantage to the exclusion of others
cause to be surprised come upon or take unawares attack by storm; attack suddenly taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment
in a rebellious manner
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a nation occupying the whole of the Australian continent; Aboriginal tribes are thought to have migrated from southeastern Asia 20,000 years ago; first Europeans were British convicts sent there as a penal colony the smallest continent; between the South Pacific and the Indian Ocean
an unfortunate person who suffers from some adverse circumstance a person who is tricked or swindled
informal term for breeches
a sudden unforeseen crisis (usually involving danger) that requires immediate action a state in which martial law applies a brake operated by hand; usually operates by mechanical linkage
an urgent or peremptory request the ability and desire to purchase goods and services required activity the act of demanding a condition requiring relief request urgently and forcefully require as useful, just, or proper claim as due or just lay legal claim to summon to court ask to be informed of
a pair who associate with one another a pair of people who live together a small indefinite number two items of the same kind (physics) something joined by two equal and opposite forces that act along parallel lines bring two objects, ideas, or people together link together form a pair or pairs engage in sexual intercourse
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a married woman; a man's partner in marriage take (someone) as a wife marry a woman, take a wife provide with a wife; marry (someone) to a wife
a state of acute pain misery resulting from affliction psychological suffering feelings of mental or physical pain undergo or be subjected to undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) experience (emotional) pain put up with something or somebody unpleasant get worse feel pain or be in pain feel physical pain feel unwell or uncomfortable be given to undergo or suffer be set at a disadvantage troubled by pain or loss very unhappy; full of misery
a search for an alternative that meets cognitive criteria the act of searching for something make a search (for) search the trail of (game) bark with prolonged noises, of dogs seek alms, as for religious purposes express the need or desire for; ask for
be abundant or plentiful; exist in large quantities be in a state of movement or action
informal terms for the nose a device on an automobile for making a warning noise nocturnal bird of prey with hawk-like beak and claws and large head with front-facing eyes
the quality of being appealing in a delicate or graceful way (of a girl or young woman)
graded markings that indicate light or shaded areas in a drawing or painting a gradation involving small or imperceptible differences between grades cast a shadow over represent the effect of shade or shadow on protect from light, heat, or view vary slightly pass from one quality such as color to another by a slight degree
the gradual beginning or coming forth the becoming visible the act of emerging the act of coming (or going) out; becoming apparent
obsolete terms for legal insanity foolish or senseless behavior
any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted a planned undertaking communicate vividly extend out or project in space transfer (ideas or principles) from one domain into another project on a screen cause to be heard draw a projection of make or work out a plan for; devise present for consideration, examination, criticism, etc. imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind put or send forth throw, send, or cast forward regard as objective
a lavish dance requiring formal attire a gown for evening wear being in accord with established forms and conventions and requirements (as e.g. of formal dress) characteristic of or befitting a person in authority (of spoken and written language) adhering to traditional standards of correctness and without casual, contracted, and colloquial forms represented in simplified or symbolic form logically deductive refined or imposing in manner or appearance; befitting a royal court
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a striking or amusing or caustic remark
Russian dramatist whose plays are concerned with the difficulty of communication between people (1860-1904)
having precise or logical relevance to the matter at hand being of striking appropriateness and pertinence
an artist who is a master of a particular style someone who cuts or beautifies hair
large and often sumptuous tent permanent canopy over an entrance of a hotel etc.
the series of vertebrae forming the axis of the skeleton and protecting the spinal cord any sharply pointed projection a small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf the part of a book's cover that encloses the inner side of the book's pages and that faces outward when the book is shelved a sharp rigid animal process or appendage; as a porcupine quill or a ridge on a bone or a ray of a fish fin
35th President of the United States; established the Peace Corps; assassinated in Dallas (1917-1963) a large airport on Long Island to the east of New York City
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currently in progress
any utterance produced simultaneously by a group a group of people assembled to sing together the part of a song where a soloist is joined by a group of singers a body of dancers or singers who perform together a company of actors who comment (by speaking or singing in unison) on the action in a classical Greek play utter in unison sing in a choir
the discipline that studies the principles of transmiting information and the methods by which it is delivered (as print or radio or television etc.) the activity of communicating; the activity of conveying information something that is communicated by or to or between people or groups a connection allowing access between persons or places
continue a certain state, condition, or activity continue talking keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last move ahead; travel onward in time or space allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature do something repeatedly and showing no intention to stop continue after an interruption continue in a place, position, or situation span an interval of distance, space or time exist over a prolonged period of time
production of a certain amount the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property an amount of a product the quantity of something (as a commodity) that is created (usually within a given period of time) be the cause or source of end resistance, as under pressure or force give or supply give over; surrender or relinquish to the physical control of another give in, as to influence or pressure move in order to make room for someone for something cause to happen or be responsible for be willing to concede be fatally overwhelmed bring in be flexible under stress of physical force cease opposition; stop fighting consent reluctantly
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having elegance or taste or refinement in manners or dress being or in accordance with current social fashions
not returned in kind
United States writer of novels and short stories (1819-1891)
(music) a gradual increase in loudness grow louder gradually increasing in volume
incapable of being resisted
have or participate in a party
any disease of the mind; the psychological state of someone who has emotional or behavioral problems serious enough to require psychiatric intervention
the season of growth a metal elastic device that returns to its shape or position when pushed or pulled or pressed a natural flow of ground water a point at which water issues forth the elasticity of something that can be stretched and returns to its original length a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards move forward by leaps and bounds develop into a distinctive entity spring back; spring away from an impact develop suddenly produce or disclose suddenly or unexpectedly
the quality of a substance that is able to rebound a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards rebounding from an impact (or series of impacts) spring back; spring away from an impact hit something so that it bounces move up and down repeatedly come back after being refused leap suddenly refuse to accept and send back eject from the premises
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having or showing great strength or force or intensity (Southern regional intensive) very; to a great degree
artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers the underlying structure
an instance of visual perception anything that is seen the ability to see; the visual faculty a range of mental vision the range of vision the act of looking or seeing or observing (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent catch sight of; to perceive with the eyes take aim by looking through the sights of a gun (or other device)
a person who lacks good judgment a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of a professional clown employed to entertain a king or nobleman in the Middle Ages make a fool or dupe of spend frivolously and unwisely fool or hoax indulge in horseplay
lower side the soft belly or underside of an animal's body the quality of being weak or unprotected
beyond or deviating from the usual or expected eager to investigate and learn or learn more (sometimes about others' concerns) having curiosity aroused; eagerly interested in learning more
a wooden strip forming part of a fence turn pale, as if in fear very light colored; highly diluted with white (of light) lacking in intensity or brightness; dim or feeble lacking in vitality or interest or effectiveness abnormally deficient in color as suggesting physical or emotional distress not full or rich
being unsettled or in doubt or dependent on chance the state of being unsure of something
characterized by friendship and good will
impossible to resist; overpowering overpoweringly attractive
devote (oneself) fully to consume all of one's attention or time
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informal terms for a mother a body embalmed and dried and wrapped for burial (as in ancient Egypt)
the act or process of assigning numbers to phenomena according to a rule
originality by virtue of being refreshingly novel originality by virtue of being new and surprising a small inexpensive mass-produced article cheap showy jewelry or ornament on clothing
the state of being disregarded or forgotten total forgetfulness
a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny an institution to express belief in a divine power
behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself behave in a certain manner behave well or properly
a story about a crime (usually murder) presented as a novel or play or movie
use of chemical analysis to estimate the age of geological specimens go on a date with stamp with a date assign a date to; determine the (probable) date of date regularly; have a steady relationship with provide with a dateline; mark with a date
place of worship consisting of an edifice for the worship of a deity the flat area on either side of the forehead an edifice devoted to special or exalted purposes (Judaism) the place of worship for a Jewish congregation
an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others (astronomy) the angle between the plane of the orbit and the plane of the ecliptic stated in degrees (geometry) the angle formed by the x-axis and a given line (measured counterclockwise from the positive half of the x-axis) (physics) the angle that a magnetic needle makes with the plane of the horizon that toward which you are inclined to feel a liking the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical a characteristic likelihood of or natural disposition toward a certain condition or character or effect the act of inclining; bending forward
a light strong brittle grey toxic bivalent metallic element have the quality of being; (copula, used with an adjective or a predicate noun) be identical to; be someone or something occupy a certain position or area; be somewhere have an existence, be extant happen, occur, take place; this was during the visit to my parents' house" be identical or equivalent to form or compose work in a specific place, with a specific subject, or in a specific function represent, as of a character on stage spend or use time have life, be alive to remain unmolested, undisturbed, or uninterrupted -- used only in infinitive form be priced at
an aura of heightened value or interest or meaning surrounding a person or thing
a soft silvery metallic element of the alkali earth group; found in barite a bachelor's degree in arts and sciences
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of or relating to the philosophical doctrine of the reality of ideas of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style
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any property detected by the olfactory system the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form
an authoritative rule a guiding principle issue commands or orders for say out loud for the purpose of recording rule as a dictator
the statement (oral or written) of an exchange of promises compatibility of observations harmony of people's opinions or actions or characters the thing arranged or agreed to the determination of grammatical inflection on the basis of word relations the verbal act of agreeing
exaggerate one's acting
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give encouragement to show approval or good wishes by shouting cause (somebody) to feel happier or more cheerful become cheerful spur on or encourage especially by cheers and shouts
coat with something sweet, such as a hard sugar glaze cause to appear more pleasant or appealing
an insignificant place not anywhere; in or at or to no place
the legendary patron saint of children; an imaginary being who is thought to bring presents to children at Christmas
of or relating to or caused by tides
make a logical or causal connection be relevant to give an account of be in a relationship with have or establish a relationship to
make less visible or unclear make unclear, indistinct, or blurred make obscure or unclear reduce a vowel to a neutral one, such as a schwa make undecipherable or imperceptible by obscuring or concealing
so as to pass a given point in reserve; not for immediate use
dose too heavily
graded markings that indicate light or shaded areas in a drawing or painting a gradation involving small or imperceptible differences between grades cast a shadow over represent the effect of shade or shadow on protect from light, heat, or view vary slightly pass from one quality such as color to another by a slight degree
all living things (except people) that are undomesticated
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make dissatisfied showing or experiencing dissatisfaction or restless longing
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make simpler or easier or reduce in complexity or extent
to enlarge beyond bounds or the truth do something to an excessive degree represented as greater than is true or reasonable enlarged to an abnormal degree
the taste experience when vinegar or lemon juice is taken into the mouth a sharp sour taste a rough and bitter manner
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a slight depression in the smoothness of a surface a minor difficulty a clever method of doing something (especially something new and different) gather or contract into wrinkles or folds; pucker make wrinkles or creases on a smooth surface; make a pressed, folded or wrinkled line in make wrinkled or creased become wrinkled or crumpled or creased
without deliberate intent not done with purpose or intent
supply with water, as with channels or ditches or streams supply with a constant flow or sprinkling of some liquid, for the purpose of cooling, cleansing, or disinfecting
the art of writing and producing plays
(botany) a plant having a life cycle that normally takes two seasons from germination to death to complete; flowering biennials usually bloom and fruit in the second season having a life cycle lasting two seasons occurring every second year
United States painter best known for his portraits of George Washington (1755-1828) a member of the royal family that ruled Scotland and England the royal family that ruled Scotland from 1371-1714 and ruled England from 1603 to 1649 and again from 1660 to 1714
empty rhetoric or insincere or exaggerated talk
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preserve in a can or tin terminate the employment of; discharge from an office or position
an instance of traveling by air travel through the air; be airborne move quickly or suddenly operate an airplane transport by aeroplane cause to fly or float be dispersed or disseminated change quickly from one emotional state to another pass away rapidly travel in an airplane display in the air or cause to float run away quickly travel over (an area of land or sea) in an aircraft hit a fly decrease rapidly and disappear moving swiftly hurried and brief
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someone who habitually doubts accepted beliefs
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a written message addressed to a person or organization the conventional characters of the alphabet used to represent speech owner who lets another person use something (housing usually) for hire a strictly literal interpretation (as distinct from the intention) an award earned by participation in a school sport win an athletic letter set down or print with letters mark letters on or mark with letters
food that is discarded (as from a kitchen) a worthless message a receptacle where waste can be discarded
a radical who employs terror as a political weapon; usually organizes with other terrorists in small cells; often uses religion as a cover for terrorist activities
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the result of a mathematical integration; F(x) is the integral of f(x) if dF/dx = f(x) existing as an essential constituent or characteristic constituting the undiminished entirety; lacking nothing essential especially not damaged of or denoted by an integer
give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause take possession of by force, as after an invasion suitable for a particular person or place or condition etc
for the most part of primary import
causing one to believe what is not true or fail to believe what is true designed to deceive or mislead either deliberately or inadvertently
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the act of grasping a tense critical situation a number of birds hatched at the same time a collection of things or persons to be handled together a woman's strapless purse that is carried in the hand a pedal or lever that engages or disengages a rotating shaft and a driving mechanism a coupling that connects or disconnects driving and driven parts of a driving mechanism take hold of; grab hold firmly, usually with one's hands affect
disturb the composure of inspiring fear
a feeling of excitement overflowing with eager enjoyment or approval a lively interest
the complete duration of something the distance or interval between two points two items of the same kind a unit of length based on the width of the expanded human hand (usually taken as 9 inches) a structure that allows people or vehicles to cross an obstacle such as a river or canal or railway etc. the act of sitting or standing astride to cover or extend over an area or time period
marked by deception marked by quiet and caution and secrecy; taking pains to avoid being observed
relating to or having the nature of myth based on or told of in traditional stories; lacking factual basis or historical validity
produce a literary work
a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house
hosiery consisting of a cloth covering for the foot; worn inside the shoe; reaches to between the ankle and the knee a truncated cloth cone mounted on a mast; used (e.g., at airports) to show the direction of the wind hit hard
a person who is regarded as underhanded and furtive and contemptible someone who prowls or sneaks about; usually with unlawful intentions someone acting as an informer or decoy for the police to go stealthily or furtively put, bring, or take in a secretive or furtive manner make off with belongings of others pass on stealthily
in distinction from others
accepted or habitual practice a specific practice of long standing money collected under a tariff habitual patronage made according to the specifications of an individual
European weed naturalized in southwestern United States and Mexico having reddish decumbent stems with small fernlike leaves and small deep reddish-lavender flowers followed by slender fruits that stick straight up; often grown for forage a timepiece that shows the time of day measure the time or duration of an event or action or the person who performs an action in a certain period of time
a support consisting of an arrangement of straps for holding something to the body (especially one supporting a person suspended from a parachute) stable gear consisting of an arrangement of leather straps fitted to a draft animal so that it can be attached to and pull a cart put a harness exploit the power of control and direct with or as if by reins keep in check
make a mess of, destroy or ruin manage badly or incompetently
a set of garments (usually including a jacket and trousers or skirt) for outerwear all of the same fabric and color a comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy (slang) a businessman dressed in a business suit a man's courting of a woman; seeking the affections of a woman (usually with the hope of marriage) a petition or appeal made to a person of superior status or rank playing card in any of four sets of 13 cards in a pack; each set has its own symbol and color be agreeable or acceptable to be agreeable or acceptable accord or comport with enhance the appearance of
judge incorrectly calculate incorrectly
a clear or unobstructed space or expanse of land or water where the air is unconfined a tournament in which both professionals and amateurs may play information that has become public cause to open or to become open start to operate or function or cause to start operating or functioning become open begin or set in action, of meetings, speeches, recitals, etc. spread out or open from a closed or folded state make available become available have an opening or passage or outlet make the opening move afford access to display the contents of a file or start an application as on a computer
attempt by employing effort to exert much effort or energy
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break or cause to break into pieces having been divided; having the unity destroyed
the inability to respond to affective changes in your interpersonal environment
marked by casual disrespect improperly forward or bold
in or to another place
the Oceanic languages spoken on Hawaii a native or resident of Hawaii of or relating to or characteristic of the state or island of Hawaii or to the people or culture or language
of or relating to Jews or their culture or religion
a sign posted in a public place as an advertisement someone who pastes up bills or placards on walls or billboards a horse kept at an inn or post house for use by mail carriers or for rent to travelers
on, to, or at the top
fine ravellings of cotton or linen fibers cotton or linen fabric with the nap raised on one side; used to dress wounds
a noticeable deterioration in performance or quality a long-term economic state characterized by unemployment and low prices and low levels of trade and investment assume a drooping posture or carriage fall or sink heavily fall heavily or suddenly; decline markedly go down in value
make a vow; promise dedicate to a deity by a vow
not deserving
the 2nd largest ocean; separates North and South America on the west from Europe and Africa on the east relating to or bordering the Atlantic Ocean
(physics and chemistry) the smallest component of an element having the chemical properties of the element (nontechnical usage) a tiny piece of anything
having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration extended meanings; especially of psychological coldness; without human warmth or emotion having lost freshness through passage of time (color) giving no sensation of warmth marked by errorless familiarity lacking originality or spontaneity; no longer new so intense as to be almost uncontrollable sexually unresponsive without compunction or human feeling feeling or showing no enthusiasm unconscious from a blow or shock or intoxication of a seeker; far from the object sought lacking the warmth of life
a formation of people or things one beside another a mark that is long relative to its width a formation of people or things one behind another a length (straight or curved) without breadth or thickness; the trace of a moving point text consisting of a row of words written across a page or computer screen a single frequency (or very narrow band) of radiation in a spectrum a fortified position (especially one marking the most forward position of troops) a course of reasoning aimed at demonstrating a truth or falsehood; the methodical process of logical reasoning a conductor for transmitting electrical or optical signals or electric power a connected series of events or actions or developments a spatial location defined by a real or imaginary unidimensional extent a slight depression in the smoothness of a surface a pipe used to transport liquids or gases the road consisting of railroad track and roadbed a telephone connection acting in conformity the descendants of one individual something (as a cord or rope) that is long and thin and flexible the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money in games or sports; a mark indicating positions or bounds of the playing area (often plural) a means of communication or access a particular kind of product or merchandise a commercial organization serving as a common carrier space for one line of print (one column wide and 1/14 inch deep) used to measure advertising the maximum credit that a customer is allowed a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence persuasive but insincere talk that is usually intended to deceive or impress a short personal letter a conceptual separation or distinction mechanical system in a factory whereby an article is conveyed through sites at which successive operations are performed on it be in line with; form a line along cover the interior of make a mark or lines on a surface mark with lines fill plentifully reinforce with fabric
large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree
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a golf shot that curves to the right for a right-handed golfer gradually ceasing to be visible become less clearly visible or distinguishable; disappear gradually or seemingly lose freshness, vigor, or vitality disappear gradually become feeble
the act of indulging in sentiment
an independent agency of the United States government responsible for collecting and coordinating intelligence and counterintelligence activities abroad in the national interest; headed by the Director of Central Intelligence under the supervision of the President and National Security Council
save from sins restore the honor or worth of to turn in (vouchers or coupons) and receive something in exchange exchange or buy back for money; under threat pay off (loans or promissory notes) convert into cash; of commercial papers saved from the bondage of sin
the local time at the 0 meridian passing through Greenwich, England; it is the same everywhere a state in the western United States; settled in 1847 by Mormons led by Brigham Young the syllable naming the first (tonic) note of any major scale in solmization
of laws and regulations; designed to protect trade and commerce from unfair business practices
a federation of North American industrial unions that merged with the American Federation of Labor in 1955
raise being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level out of bed getting higher or more vigorous extending or moving toward a higher place (usually followed by `on' or `for') in readiness open (used of computers) operating properly used up spatially or metaphorically from a lower to a higher position to a higher intensity nearer to the speaker to a more central or a more northerly place to a later time
North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776 a base containing nitrogen that is found in RNA (but not in DNA) and derived from pyrimidine; pairs with adenine a heavy toxic silvery-white radioactive metallic element; occurs in many isotopes; used for nuclear fuels and nuclear weapons the 21st letter of the Roman alphabet
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the period of time in your life after your physical growth has stopped and you are fully developed state of being mature; full development the date on which an obligation must be repaid
an organization of independent states formed in 1945 to promote international peace and security
someone who pays for goods or services
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someone with an assured and ingratiating manner a person who charms others (usually by personal attractiveness)
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a bribe given to a disc jockey to induce him to promote a particular record
of or relating to or having the nature of retribution
a thorough physical examination; includes a variety of tests depending on the age and sex and health of the person relating to the study or practice of medicine requiring or amenable to treatment by medicine especially as opposed to surgery of or belonging to Aesculapius or the healing art
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diffusing warmth and friendliness of or relating to the chin or median part of the lower jaw agreeable, conducive to comfort
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a member of the baby boom generation in the 1950s
one who loves and defends his or her country an advocate of national independence of or a strong national government devotion to the interests or culture of a particular nation including promoting the interests of one country over those of others
eccentricity that is not easily explained a strange attitude or habit something unusual -- perhaps worthy of collecting
behave violently, as if in state of a great anger be violent; as of fires and storms feel intense anger treat cruelly cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations play in ragtime harass with persistent criticism or carping censure severely or angrily break into lumps before sorting characterized by violent and forceful activity or movement; very intense very severe (of the elements) as if showing violent anger
lubricate with grease smeared with oil or grease to reduce friction
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a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc causing something without any direct or apparent effort a cognitive factor that tends to have an effect on what you do the effect of one thing (or person) on another one having power to influence another have and exert influence or effect shape or influence; give direction to induce into action by using one's charm
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move effortlessly; by force of gravity
the period of time during which something continues the property of enduring or continuing in time continuance in time
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many and different distinctly dissimilar or unlike
a deep prolonged sound (as of thunder or large bells) the act of robbing a helpless person propelling something on wheels move by turning over or rotating move along on or as if on wheels or a wheeled vehicle occur in soft rounded shapes flatten or spread with a roller emit, produce, or utter with a deep prolonged reverberating sound arrange or or coil around begin operating or running shape by rolling execute a roll, in tumbling sell something to or obtain something from by energetic and especially underhanded activity move in a wavy pattern or with a rising and falling motion move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment move, rock, or sway from side to side cause to move by turning over or in a circular manner of as if on an axis pronounce with a roll, of the phoneme /r/ boil vigorously take the shape of a roll or cylinder show certain properties when being rolled uttered with a trill
a room used primarily for sleeping
characterized by beauty of movement, style, form, or execution suggesting taste, ease, and wealth
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the doctrine that formal structure rather than content is what should be represented (philosophy) the philosophical theory that formal (logical or mathematical) statements have no meaning but that its symbols (regarded as physical entities) exhibit a form that has useful applications the practice of scrupulous adherence to prescribed or external forms
the condition of being concealed or hidden a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something the activity of keeping something secret
precipitation of ice pellets when there are strong rising air currents many objects thrown forcefully through the air enthusiastic greeting praise vociferously be a native of call for greet enthusiastically or joyfully precipitate as small ice particles
determine the essential quality of give a definition for the meaning of a word determine the nature of show the form or outline of decide upon or fix definitely
a ghostly appearing figure something existing in perception only something apparently sensed but having no physical reality
invulnerable to fear or intimidation
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be a mystery or bewildering to be uncertain about; think about without fully understanding or being able to decide not clear to the understanding lacking clarity of meaning; causing confusion or perplexity
summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic ask for or request earnestly engage in plotting or enter into a conspiracy, swear together
a village in eastern Ireland (northwest of Dublin); seat of Irish kings until 6th century
a harsh noise made by scraping an abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off a deep bow with the foot drawn backwards (indicating excessive humility) an indication of damage scratch repeatedly make by scraping cut the surface of; wear away the surface of bend the knees and bow in a servile manner gather (money or other resources) together over time bruise, cut, or injure the skin or the surface of
occurring from time to time occurring or appearing at usually irregular intervals occurring from time to time recurring or reappearing from time to time
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an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances the act of becoming pregnant; fertilization of an ovum by a spermatozoon the event that occurred at the beginning of something the creation of something in the mind
without question and beyond doubt
a theatrical performer a person who acts and gets things done
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United States anarchist influential before World War I (1854-1939) United States vaudevillian (born in Russia) noted for her flamboyant performances (1884-1966) a sewer who tucks a detachable yoke of linen or lace worn over the breast of a low-cut dress wear out completely
a cargo ship
cause to move furtively and hurriedly move or cause to move energetically or busily sell something to or obtain something from by energetic and especially underhanded activity get by trying hard pressure or urge someone into an action
a young child
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a woman who engages in sexual intercourse for money a small open pie with a fruit filling a pastry cup with a filling of fruit or custard and no top crust tasting sour like a lemon harsh
the feeling of being bored by something tedious dullness owing to length or slowness
a medicinal or magical or poisonous beverage
possessing or exerting or displaying energy working hard to promote an enterprise
the event consisting of the start of something the time at which something is supposed to begin the first part or section of something the place where something begins, where it springs into being the act of starting something
compensation (given or received) for an insult or injury (usually plural) compensation exacted from a defeated nation by the victors the act of putting something in working order again something done or paid in expiation of a wrong
(of language) transparently clear; easily understandable having a clear mind capable of thinking and expressing yourself in a clear and consistent manner transmitting light; able to be seen through with clarity
beating with a whip or strap or rope as a form of punishment rope that is used for fastening something to something else beat severely with a whip or rod lash or flick about sharply strike as if by whipping bind with a rope, chain, or cord violently urging on by whipping or flogging
a short theatrical episode
a mechanism that can move automatically
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use a crib, as in an exam take unauthorized (intellectual material) line with beams or planks
the failure to develop some part or organ the act of withholding or withdrawing some book or writing from publication or circulation forceful prevention; putting down by power or authority (psychology) the conscious exclusion of unacceptable thoughts or desires
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of or relating to or belonging to the body affecting or characteristic of the body as opposed to the mind or spirit having or relating to a physical material body in bodily form
ride on a plank move up and down as if on a seesaw move unsteadily, with a rocking motion
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gone by; or in the past in the past
a narrow way or road a well-defined track or path; for e.g. swimmers or lines of traffic
the land on which real estate is located material in the top layer of the surface of the earth in which plants can grow (especially with reference to its quality or use) territory over which rule or control is exercised the solid part of the earth's surface the territory occupied by a nation a domain in which something is dominant extensive landed property (especially in the country) retained by the owner for his own use the people who live in a nation or country a politically organized body of people under a single government United States inventor who incorporated Polaroid film into lenses and invented the one step photographic process (1909-1991) agriculture considered as an occupation or way of life reach or come to rest cause to come to the ground bring into a different state bring ashore deliver (a blow) arrive on shore shoot at and force to come down
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a small adhesive disk of paste; used to seal letters a small thin crisp cake or cookie thin disk of unleavened bread used in a religious service (especially in the celebration of the Eucharist)
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how long something has existed an era of history having some distinctive feature a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises a prolonged period of time a late time of life begin to seem older; get older grow old or older make older
an opening into or through something an opening deliberately made in or through something one playing period (from tee to green) on a golf course an unoccupied space a depression hollowed out of solid matter a fault informal terms for a difficult situation informal terms for the mouth hit the ball into the hole make holes in
use one's feet to advance; advance by steps accompany or escort obtain a base on balls traverse or cover by walking give a base on balls to live or behave in a specified manner be or act in association with walk at a pace make walk take a walk; go for a walk; walk for pleasure
a divine manifestation twelve days after Christmas; celebrates the visit of the three wise men to the infant Jesus
move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body have with oneself; have on one's person transmit or serve as the medium for transmission serve as a means for expressing something bear or be able to bear the weight, pressure,or responsibility of support or hold in a certain manner contain or hold; have within extend to a certain degree continue or extend be necessarily associated with or result in or involve win in an election include, as on a list behave in a certain manner have on hand include as the content; broadcast or publicize propel, "Carry the ball" pass on a communication have as an inherent or characteristic feature or have as a consequence be conveyed over a certain distance keep up with financial support have or possess something abstract be equipped with (a mast or sail) win approval or support for compensate for a weaker partner or member by one's own performance take further or advance have on the surface or on the skin capture after a fight transfer (entries) from one account book to another transfer (a number, cipher, or remainder) to the next column or unit's place before or after, in addition or multiplication pursue a line of scent or be a bearer bear (a crop) propel or give impetus to drink alcohol without showing ill effects be able to feed have a certain range cover a certain distance or advance beyond secure the passage or adoption (of bills and motions) be successful in sing or play against other voices or parts be pregnant with
the state of being urgent; an earnest and insistent necessity pressing importance requiring speedy action an urgent situation calling for prompt action insistent solicitation and entreaty
listen; used mostly in the imperative
a sharp protuberance a dead tree that is still standing, usually in an undisturbed forest an opening made forcibly as by pulling apart an unforeseen obstacle catch on a snag get by acting quickly and smartly hew jaggedly
New Zealand runner who in 1975 became the first person to run a mile in less that 3 minutes and 50 seconds (born in 1952) United States writer (born in 1944) a person who travels by foot a shoe designed for comfortable walking a light enclosing framework (trade name Zimmer) with rubber castors or wheels and handles; helps invalids or the handicapped or the aged to walk an enclosing framework on casters or wheels; helps babies learn to walk
recently made, produced, or harvested (of a cycle) beginning or occurring again imparting vitality and energy original and of a kind not seen before not canned or otherwise preserved not containing or composed of salt water having recently calved and therefore able to give milk with restored energy not soured or preserved free from impurities not yet used or soiled improperly forward or bold very recently
something that is a source of danger a threat or the act of threatening pose a threat to; present a danger to express a threat either by an utterance or a gesture act in a threatening manner
a speech disorder involving hesitations and involuntary repetitions of certain sounds speak haltingly
have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense have as a feature go through (mental or physical states or experiences) have ownership or possession of cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition serve oneself to, or consume regularly have a personal or business relationship with someone organize or be responsible for have left be confronted with undergo suffer from; be ill with cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner receive willingly something given or offered get something; come into possession of undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) achieve a point or goal cause to be born have sex with; archaic use
an analytic or interpretive literary composition a tentative attempt make an effort or attempt put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to
an American follower of the Mennonite religion
a light two-wheeled vehicle for one person; drawn by one horse sullen or moody moving slowly depressingly dark
in an aggressive manner in a well delineated manner changing suddenly in direction and degree very suddenly and to a great degree
clarify by giving an example of depict with an illustration supply with illustrations
take out or up with or as if with a scoop get the better of
an abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off a depression scratched or carved into a surface informal terms for money a competitor who has withdrawn from competition a line indicating the location of the start of a race or a game dry mash for poultry a harsh noise made by scraping poor handwriting (golf) a handicap of zero strokes an indication of damage cause friction cut the surface of; wear away the surface of scrape or rub as if to relieve itching postpone indefinitely or annul something that was scheduled remove by erasing or crossing out or as if by drawing a line gather (money or other resources) together over time carve, cut, or etch into a material or surface
the act of splashing a (liquid) substance on a surface the act of scattering water about haphazardly cause (a liquid) to spatter about, especially with force walk through mud or mire dash a liquid upon or against mark or overlay with patches of contrasting color or texture; cause to appear splashed or spattered make a splashing sound soil or stain with a splashed liquid strike and dash about in a liquid
inactivity resulting from a dislike of work relaxed and easy activity apathy and inactivity in the practice of virtue (personified as one of the deadly sins)
in an enjoyable manner
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem something that results the semantic role of the noun phrase whose referent exists only by virtue of the activity denoted by the verb in the clause issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end have as a result or residue come about or follow as a consequence
a person trained to travel in a spacecraft
have an existence, be extant support oneself presently existing having existence or being or actuality existing in something specified
affording satisfaction or pleasure
a failing or deficiency
the state or quality of being widely honored and acclaimed
established by or founded upon law or official or accepted rules of or relating to jurisprudence having legal efficacy or force relating to or characteristic of the profession of law allowed by official rules
having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other broad in scope or content not detailed or specific lacking subtlety; obvious being at a peak or culminating point very large in expanse or scope (of speech) heavily and noticeably regional showing or characterized by broad-mindedness
something considered choice to eat affectedly dainty or refined delicately beautiful especially pleasing to the taste;  excessively fastidious and easily disgusted
not functioning properly away from the correct or expected course in an improper or mistaken or unfortunate manner in an imperfect or faulty way
light informal conversation for social occasions a report (often malicious) about the behavior of other people a person given to gossiping and divulging personal information about others wag one's tongue; speak about others and reveal secrets or intimacies talk socially without exchanging too much information
a transition (in literary or theatrical works or films) to an earlier event or scene that interrupts the normal chronological development of the story an unexpected but vivid recurrence of a past experience (especially a recurrence of the effects of an hallucinogenic drug taken much earlier)
the natural satellite of the Earth any object resembling a moon the period between successive new moons (29.531 days) the light of the Moon United States religious leader (born in Korea) who founded the Unification Church in 1954; was found guilty of conspiracy to evade taxes (born in 1920) any natural satellite of a planet have dreamlike musings or fantasies while awake be idle in a listless or dreamy way expose one's buttocks to
an area that is approximately central within some larger region the piece of ground in the outfield directly ahead of the catcher a building dedicated to a particular activity a point equidistant from the ends of a line or the extremities of a figure the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience the object upon which interest and attention focuses a cluster of nerve cells governing a specific bodily process the middle of a military or naval formation (basketball) the person who plays center on a basketball team (football) the person who plays center on the line of scrimmage and snaps the ball to the quarterback a place where some particular activity is concentrated politically moderate persons; centrists (ice hockey) the person who plays center on a hockey team the sweet central portion of a piece of candy that is enclosed in chocolate or some other covering mercantile establishment consisting of a carefully landscaped complex of shops representing leading merchandisers; usually includes restaurants and a convenient parking area; a modern version of the traditional marketplace the position on a hockey team of the player who participates in the face off at the beginning of the game (American football) the position of the player on the line of scrimmage who puts the ball in play a position on a basketball team of the player who participates in the jump that starts the game center upon direct one's attention on something move into the center
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect seem to be true, probable, or apparent appear to exist appear to one's own mind or opinion
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a Hebrew shepherd and minor prophet an Old Testament book telling Amos's prophecies
in a grand manner
an alert and refreshed state light from nonthermal sources the phenomenon of light emission by a body as its temperature is raised a feeling of considerable warmth a steady even light without flames the amount of electromagnetic radiation leaving or arriving at a point on a surface an appearance of reflected light emit a steady even light without flames have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink shine intensely, as if with heat be exuberant or high-spirited experience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion
in an entertaining and amusing manner
any immature animal United States film and television actress (1913-2000) United States civil rights leader (1921-1971) British physicist and Egyptologist; he revived the wave theory of light and proposed a three-component theory of color vision; he also played an important role in deciphering the hieroglyphics on the Rosetta Stone (1773-1829) United States jazz tenor saxophonist (1909-1959) English poet (1683-1765) United States baseball player and famous pitcher (1867-1955) United States religious leader of the Mormon Church after the assassination of Joseph Smith; he led the Mormon exodus from Illinois to Salt Lake City, Utah (1801-1877) young people collectively (used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth (of crops) harvested at an early stage of development; before complete maturity suggestive of youth; vigorous and fresh being in its early stage not tried or tested by experience
cause to go somewhere to cause or order to be taken, directed, or transmitted to another place cause to be directed or transmitted to another place transport commercially assign to a station transfer cause to be admitted; of persons to an institution broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television
cause great unhappiness for; distress cause physical pain or suffering in
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a line drawn on a map connecting points of equal height any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline) a feature (or the order or arrangement of features) of anything having a complex structure form the contours of
adornment consisting of a small piece of shiny material used to decorate clothing glitter as if covered with spangles decorate with spangles
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marked by speed and efficiency
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Mexican liquor made from fermented juices of an agave plant
100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia cause to go somewhere to cause or order to be taken, directed, or transmitted to another place cause to be directed or transmitted to another place transport commercially assign to a station transfer cause to be admitted; of persons to an institution broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television caused or enabled to go or be conveyed or transmitted
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the amount of cargo that can be held by a boat or ship or a freight car
an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities a flexible slender surgical instrument with a blunt end that is used to explore wounds or body cavities an exploratory action or expedition an investigation conducted using a flexible surgical instrument to explore an injury or a body cavity question or examine thoroughly and closely examine physically with or as if with a probe
a plot of ground where plants are cultivated the flowers or vegetables or fruits or herbs that are cultivated in a garden a yard or lawn adjoining a house work in the garden
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a courteous or respectful or considerate act a courteous or respectful or considerate remark a courteous manner
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continue a certain state, condition, or activity continue talking keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last move ahead; travel onward in time or space allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature do something repeatedly and showing no intention to stop continue after an interruption continue in a place, position, or situation span an interval of distance, space or time exist over a prolonged period of time
treat snobbishly, put in one's place move upstage, forcing the other actors to turn away from the audience steal the show, draw attention to oneself away from someone else
with respect to development
a person who announces and plays popular recorded music comment on music to be played
propose as a candidate for some honor put forward; nominate for appointment to an office or for an honor or position charge with a function; charge to be create and charge with a task or function appointed by nomination
the act of giving a new definition
make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc. be beautiful to look at award a mark of honor, such as a medal, to provide with decoration
continue a certain state, condition, or activity continue talking keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last move ahead; travel onward in time or space allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature do something repeatedly and showing no intention to stop continue after an interruption continue in a place, position, or situation span an interval of distance, space or time exist over a prolonged period of time without stop or interruption
the act of rubbing or wiping rub with a circular motion
before a time limit expires done or happening at the appropriate or proper time at an opportune time
an urge to do or say something that might be better left undone or unsaid an irrational motive for performing trivial or repetitive actions, even against your will using force to cause something to occur
any art that invokes supernatural powers an illusory feat; considered magical by naive observers possessing or using or characteristic of or appropriate to supernatural powers
heavy and starchy and hard to digest (used pejoratively) out of fashion; old fashioned excessively conventional and unimaginative and hence dull
a sheltered port where ships can take on or discharge cargo a place of refuge and comfort and security maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings) secretly shelter (as of fugitives or criminals) keep in one's possession; of animals hold back a thought or feeling about
go or live through have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations go through (mental or physical states or experiences) undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind undergo
take in marriage perform a marriage ceremony
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something the act of attacking make an effort or attempt enter upon an activity or enterprise
(comparative of `few' used with count nouns) quantifier meaning a smaller number of a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by `a'; a small but indefinite number
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earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something make an effort or attempt put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to put on trial or hear a case and sit as the judge at the trial of take a sample of examine or hear (evidence or a case) by judicial process give pain or trouble to test the limits of melt (fat or lard) in order to separate out impurities put on a garment in order to see whether it fits and looks nice
something that is a source of danger a warning that something unpleasant is imminent declaration of an intention or a determination to inflict harm on another a person who inspires fear or dread
any competition a contest of speed people who are believed to belong to the same genetic stock (biology) a taxonomic group that is a division of a species; usually arises as a consequence of geographical isolation within a species the flow of air that is driven backwards by an aircraft propeller a canal for a current of water move fast compete in a race to work as fast as possible towards a goal, sometimes in competition with others cause to move fast or to rush or race
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the state of being ornamented something used to beautify the act of adding extraneous decorations to something
repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse
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a demanding or stimulating situation a call to engage in a contest or fight questioning a statement and demanding an explanation a formal objection to the selection of a particular person as a juror a demand by a sentry for a password or identification take exception to issue a challenge to ask for identification raise a formal objection in a court of law
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a deposit of personal property as security for a debt someone accepted for membership but not yet fully admitted to the group a drink in honor of or to the health of a person or event a binding commitment to do or give or refrain from something promise solemnly and formally pay (an amount of money) as a contribution to a charity or service, especially at regular intervals propose a toast to give as a guarantee bind or secure by a pledge
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discriminatory or abusive behavior towards members of the opposite sex
the largest inland sea; between Europe and Africa and Asia of or relating to or characteristic of or located near the Mediterranean Sea
a false statement the act of rendering something false as by fraudulent changes (of documents or measures etc.) or counterfeiting
express or state indirectly suggest as a logically necessary consequence; in logic have as a logical consequence suggest that someone is guilty have as a necessary feature
of or relating to the philosophical doctrine of dualism
the visible part of a television transmission a recording of both the visual and audible components (especially one containing a recording of a movie or television program) (computer science) the appearance of text and graphics on a video display broadcasting visual images of stationary or moving objects
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the branch of mechanics concerned with the forces that cause motions of bodies an efficient incentive
last in an indefinitely numerous series
not divisible by two not easily explained an indefinite quantity more than that specified beyond or deviating from the usual or expected of the remaining member of a pair, of socks e.g. not used up
a lyric poem with complex stanza forms
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a combatant who is able to defeat rivals the contestant who wins the contest
(psychoanalysis) a Freudian term for sexual urge or desire
equipment designed to serve a specific function (anatomy) a group of body parts that work together to perform a given function
a doctor specializing in diseases of the rectum and anus
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give expression to articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise serve as a means for expressing something indicate through a symbol, formula, etc. manifest the effects of (a gene or genetic trait) obtain from a substance, as by mechanical action send by rapid transport or special messenger service communicated in words precisely and clearly expressed or readily observable; leaving nothing to implication
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in a systematic or consistent manner
a member of the race of people living in America when Europeans arrived a native or inhabitant of India any of the languages spoken by Amerindians of or relating to or characteristic of India or the East Indies or their peoples or languages or cultures of or pertaining to American Indians or their culture or languages
an instance of oratory
land on a beach
mail that is distributed by a rapid and efficient system public transport consisting of a fast train or bus that makes only a few scheduled stops rapid transport of goods give expression to articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise serve as a means for expressing something indicate through a symbol, formula, etc. manifest the effects of (a gene or genetic trait) obtain from a substance, as by mechanical action send by rapid transport or special messenger service
turn up, loosen, or remove earth
a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way a word acted out in an episode of the game of charades
a professional cook
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the painted structures of a stage set that are intended to suggest a particular locale the appearance of a place
occupy in an agreeable, entertaining or pleasant fashion make (somebody) laugh
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diode such that light emitted at a p-n junction is proportional to the bias current; color depends on the material used take somebody somewhere have as a result or residue tend to or result in travel in front of; go in advance of others cause to undertake a certain action stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point be in charge of be ahead of others; be the first be conducive to lead, as in the performance of a composition; Barenboim conducted the Chicago symphony for years" lead, extend, or afford access move ahead (of others) in time or space cause something to pass or lead somewhere preside over
United States filmmaker whose works explore the richness of black culture in America (born in 1957) United States striptease artist who became famous on Broadway in the 1930s (1914-1970) United States actor who was an expert in kung fu and starred in martial arts films (1941-1973) United States physicist (born in China) who collaborated with Yang Chen Ning in disproving the principle of conservation of parity (born in 1926) leader of the American Revolution who proposed the resolution calling for independence of the American Colonies (1732-1794) soldier of the American Revolution (1756-1818) American general who led the Confederate Armies in the American Civil War (1807-1870) the side of something that is sheltered from the wind towards the side away from the wind
in an eminent manner
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transmit information transmit thoughts or feelings transfer to another join or connect be in verbal contact; interchange information or ideas administer Communion; in church receive Communion, in the Catholic church
(boxing) a blow with the fist an iced mixed drink usually containing alcohol and prepared for multiple servings; normally served in a punch bowl a tool for making holes or indentations deliver a quick blow to drive forcibly as if by a punch make a hole into or between, as for ease of separation
deliver (a speech, oration, or idea) bring to a destination, make a delivery to surrender someone or something to another free from harm or evil hand over to the authorities of another country pass down utter (an exclamation, noise, etc.) save from sins carry out or perform relinquish possession or control over throw or hurl from the mound to the batter, as in baseball cause to be born
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a chronic inflammatory collagen disease affecting connective tissue (skin or joints)
a brutal terrorist group active in Kashmir; fights against India with the goal of restoring Islamic rule of India a serve that strikes the net before falling into the receiver's court; the ball must be served again make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen actively cause something to happen consent to, give permission cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition leave unchanged grant use or occupation of under a term of contract
a greenhouse in which plants are arranged in a pleasing manner
put in effect meet the requirements or expectations of fill or meet a want or need
the process of giving careful thought to something information that should be kept in mind when making a decision a discussion of a topic (as in a meeting) kind and considerate regard for others a fee charged in advance to retain the services of someone a considerate and thoughtful act
to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling)
come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort make up something artificial or untrue
the cardinal number that is the sum of fourteen and one being one more than fourteen
the spatial property resulting from the arrangement of parts in relation to each other and to the whole the way in which someone or something is composed a mixture of ingredients a musical work that has been created musical creation the act of creating written works art and technique of printing with movable type an essay (especially one written as an assignment) something that is created by arranging several things to form a unified whole
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French poet and writer (1810-1857)
falsely emotional in a maudlin way extravagant or affected feeling or emotion
carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in consume all of one's attention or time engage or hire for work ask to represent; of legal counsel give to in marriage get caught carry on (wars, battles, or campaigns) hire for work or assistance engage for service under a term of contract keep engaged
pour or rush back feed through the beak by regurgitating previously swallowed food repeat after memorization eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth
make a loud noise having a loud resonant metallic sound
lacking a sense of security or affording no ease or reassurance lacking or not affording physical or mental rest causing or fraught with or showing anxiety socially uncomfortable; unsure and constrained in manner relating to bodily unease that causes discomfort
get something; come into possession of receive a specified treatment (abstract) register (perceptual input) go through (mental or physical states or experiences) express willingness to have in one's home or environs accept as true or valid bid welcome to; greet upon arrival convert into sounds or pictures experience as a reaction have or give a reception receive as a retribution or punishment partake of the Holy Eucharist sacrament regard favorably or with disapproval
connect closely and often incriminatingly engage as a participant have as a necessary feature require as useful, just, or proper contain as a part occupy or engage the interest of make complex or intricate or complicated connected by participation or association or use entangled or hindered as if e.g. in mire emotionally involved highly complex or intricate and occasionally devious enveloped
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without knowledge or intention
the heading or caption of a newspaper article publicize widely or highly, as if with a headline provide (a newspaper page or a story) with a headline
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an effort that is inconvenient a factor causing trouble in achieving a positive result or tending to produce a negative result a condition or state of affairs almost beyond one's ability to deal with and requiring great effort to bear or overcome the quality of being difficult
a natural protective body covering and site of the sense of touch an outer surface (usually thin) body covering of a living animal a person's skin regarded as their life the rind of a fruit or vegetable a bag serving as a container for liquids; it is made from the hide of an animal climb awkwardly, as if by scrambling bruise, cut, or injure the skin or the surface of remove the bark of a tree strip the skin off
a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty a message expressing a belief about something; the expression of a belief that is held with confidence but not substantiated by positive knowledge or proof a belief or sentiment shared by most people; the voice of the people the legal document stating the reasons for a judicial decision the reason for a court's judgment (as opposed to the decision itself) a vague idea in which some confidence is placed
someone who lives at a particular place for a prolonged period or who was born there a physician (especially an intern) who lives in a hospital and cares for hospitalized patients under the supervision of the medical staff of the hospital
a person who is regarded as treacherous or sneaky small carnivorous mammal with short legs and elongated body and neck
a recognizable kind the act of mixing cards haphazardly engage in give certain properties to something make or cause to be or to become cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally create or manufacture a man-made product make, formulate, or derive in the mind compel or make somebody or something to act in a certain way create by artistic means earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages create or design, often in a certain way to compose or represent:"This wall forms the background of the stage setting" reach a goal, e.g., "make the first team" be or be capable of being changed or made into make by shaping or bringing together constituents perform or carry out make by combining materials and parts change from one form into another act in a certain way so as to acquire charge with a function; charge to be achieve a point or goal reach a destination, either real or abstract institute, enact, or establish carry out or commit form by assembling individuals or constituents organize or be responsible for put in order or neaten head into a specified direction have a bowel movement undergo fabrication or creation be suitable for add up to amount to constitute the essence of appear to begin an activity proceed along a path reach in time gather and light the materials for prepare for eating by applying heat induce to have sex assure the success of represent fictitiously, as in a play, or pretend to be or act like consider as being calculate as being cause to be enjoyable or pleasurable favor the development of develop into behave in a certain way eliminate urine
a person who makes things terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God a business engaged in manufacturing some product
connect closely and often incriminatingly engage as a participant have as a necessary feature require as useful, just, or proper contain as a part occupy or engage the interest of make complex or intricate or complicated
a fictitious detective in stories by A. Conan Doyle United States jurist noted for his liberal opinions (1841-1935) United States writer of humorous essays (1809-1894) English geologist and supporter of the theory of continental drift (1890-1965)
marked by intense agitation or emotion
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the quality of innocent naivete the state of being unsullied by sin or moral wrong; lacking a knowledge of evil a state or condition of being innocent of a specific crime or offense
the quality of being alike the quality of wearisome constancy, routine, and lack of variety
a person who is of equal standing with another in a group be identical or equivalent to be equal to in quality or ability make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching
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the decade from 1970 to 1979 the time of life between 70 and 80 the cardinal number that is the product of ten and seven
slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity temporarily incapable of speaking lacking the power of human speech unable to speak because of hereditary deafness
position nine in a countable series of things one part in nine equal parts coming next after the eighth and just before the tenth in position
an implement used in the practice of a vocation the means whereby some act is accomplished a person who is controlled by others and is used to perform unpleasant or dishonest tasks for someone else obscene terms for penis drive ride in a car with no particular goal and just for the pleasure of it furnish with tools work with a tool
a search for an alternative that meets cognitive criteria the act of searching for something make a search (for) search the trail of (game) bark with prolonged noises, of dogs seek alms, as for religious purposes express the need or desire for; ask for
social or financial or professional status or reputation an ordered listing of scores or results showing the relative positions of competitors (individuals or teams) in a sporting event the act of assuming or maintaining an erect upright position be standing; be upright be in some specified state or condition occupy a place or location, also metaphorically hold one's ground; maintain a position; be steadfast or upright put up with something or somebody unpleasant have or maintain a position or stand on an issue remain inactive or immobile be in effect; be or remain in force be tall; have a height of; copula put into an upright position withstand the force of something be available for stud services having a supporting base not created for a particular occasion (of fluids) not moving or flowing executed in or initiated from a standing position (of persons) on the feet; having the torso in an erect position supported by straight legs permanent
a book containing sheets of paper on which sketches can be drawn
freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities a feeling of trust (in someone or something) a state of confident hopefulness that events will be favorable a trustful relationship a secret that is confided or entrusted to another
arouse or elicit a feeling act as a stimulant stir feelings in cause to be agitated, excited, or roused stimulate sexually stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of raise to a higher energy level produce a magnetic field in creating or arousing excitement stimulating interest and discussion
a quantity of no importance a code of letters and digits added to a postal address to aid in the sorting of mail forceful exertion a fastener for locking together two toothed edges by means of a sliding tab close with a zipper move very fast
recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection go back to something earlier call to mind summon to return cause one's (or someone else's) thoughts or attention to return from a reverie or digression make unavailable; bar from sale or distribution cause to be returned
prohibited by law or by official or accepted rules
beating with a whip or strap or rope as a form of punishment a sound defeat a sewing stitch passing over an edge diagonally the act of overcoming or outdoing beat severely with a whip or rod defeat thoroughly thrash about flexibly in the manner of a whiplash strike as if by whipping whip with or as if with a wire whisk subject to harsh criticism smart and fashionable
in a fitful manner
a person authorized to conduct religious worship a person appointed to a high office in the government a diplomat representing one government to another; ranks below ambassador the job of a head of a government department attend to the wants and needs of others work as a minister
a heavy morocco often used in bookbinding the former name for the geographical area of the eastern Mediterranean that is now occupied by Lebanon, Syria, and Israel run off without paying a debt
immediately following in time or order nearest in space or position; immediately adjoining without intervening space (of elected officers) elected but not yet serving at the time or occasion immediately following
(used of the meanings of words or text) not literal; using figures of speech consisting of or forming human or animal figures
the cardinal number that is the sum of ten and one a team that plays football being one more than ten
goods or money obtained illegally the act of stealing valuable things from a place steal goods; take as spoils
the state of being unsure of something uncertainty about the truth or factuality or existence of something consider unlikely or have doubts about lack confidence in or have doubts about
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impossible to repress or control
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be able to spare or give up be the cause or source of have the financial means to do something or buy something afford access to
mental ability
United States film maker (1897-1991) goats
lacking humor; a wink of warning"- Truman Capote
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a painful muscle spasm especially in the neck or back (`rick' and `wrick' are British) a stack of hay pile in ricks twist suddenly so as to sprain
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a thin cylindrical pointed writing implement; a rod of marking substance encased in wood graphite (or a similar substance) used in such a way as to be a medium of communication a figure formed by a set of straight lines or light rays meeting at a point a cosmetic in a long thin stick; designed to be applied to a particular part of the face write, draw, or trace with a pencil
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a movement in literature and art during the 17th and 18th centuries in Europe that favored rationality and restraint and strict forms
an outburst resembling the discharge of firearms or the release of bombs rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms a sudden outburst of cheers
a state of extreme dishonor evil fame or public reputation
people who are frustrated and perplexed be a mystery or bewildering to hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of check the emission of (sound) perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment
produce a sound as if from a trumpet get the better of play a trump proclaim or announce with or as if with a fanfare
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act of reducing or depriving of arms remove offensive capability from make less hostile; win over take away the weapons from; render harmless capable of allaying hostility
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elaborate or showy attire and accessories
the production of a drama on the stage a system of scaffolds travel by stagecoach getting rid of a stage of a multistage rocket perform (a play), especially on a stage plan, organize, and carry out (an event) attend a dance or a party without a female companion give away information about somebody watch, observe, or inquire secretly
be against; express opposition to fight against or resist strongly contrast with equal weight or force set into opposition or rivalry act against or in opposition to be resistant to characterized by active hostility
assign a label to; designate with a label attach a tag or label to pronounce judgment on distinguish (as a compound or molecule) by introducing a labeled atom distinguish (an element or atom) by using a radioactive isotope or an isotope of unusual mass for tracing through chemical reactions bearing or marked with a label or tag
worthless material that is to be disposed of nonsensical talk or writing attack strongly
a very young child (birth to 1 year) who has not yet begun to walk or talk the youngest member of a group (not necessarily young) an immature childish person an unborn child; a human fetus (slang) sometimes used as a term of address for attractive young women a very young mammal a project of personal concern to someone treat with excessive indulgence
a squeaking sound make a high-pitched, screeching noise
cut into cubes play dice
a foundation created to promote the public good (not for assistance to any particular individuals) a kindly and lenient attitude toward people an activity or gift that benefits the public at large pinnate-leaved European perennial having bright blue or white flowers an institution set up to provide help to the needy
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a graphic or vivid verbal description a representation by picture or portraiture a drawing of the outlines of forms or objects representation by drawing or painting etc
a living organism characterized by voluntary movement
throw away, of something encumbering throw as from an airplane
the action of incorporating a racial or religious group into a community make into a whole or make part of a whole open (a place) to members of all races and ethnic groups become one; become integrated calculate the integral of; calculate by integration
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a person trained to compete in sports
a person who seeks the advice of a lawyer someone who pays for goods or services (computer science) any computer that is hooked up to a computer network
be emphatic or resolute and refuse to budge beg persistently and urgently assert to be true
cause to run move in large numbers pour out flow in a spurt supply in large amounts or quantities rain heavily
make a copy or equivalent of have offspring or produce more individuals of a given animal or plant recreate a sound, image, idea, mood, atmosphere, etc. repeat after memorization
lose thickness; become thin or thinner make thin or thinner lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture take off weight of relatively small extent from one surface to the opposite or in cross section lacking excess flesh very narrow not dense relatively thin in consistency or low in density; not viscous (of sound) lacking resonance or volume lacking spirit or sincere effort lacking substance or significance; a fragile claim to fame" without viscosity
a tool with a sharp point and cutting edges for making holes in hard materials (usually rotating rapidly or by repeated blows) similar to the mandrill but smaller and less brightly colored systematic training by multiple repetitions (military) the training of soldiers to march (as in ceremonial parades) or to perform the manual of arms make a hole, especially with a pointed power or hand tool train in the military, e.g., in the use of weapons learn by repetition teach by repetition undergo military training or do military exercises
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overly sweet having a relatively high resistance to flow with honey added
photographs or other visual representations in a printed publication
the dead body of a human being
box in which a corpse is buried or cremated place into a coffin
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frequent and watery bowel movements; can be a symptom of infection or food poisoning or colitis or a gastrointestinal tumor freedom from restraint a lack of strict accuracy; laxity of practice the quality of movability by virtue of being free from attachment or other restraints movement or space for movement dissolute indulgence in sensual pleasure make loose or looser make less severe or strict become less severe or strict disentangle and raise the fibers of cause to become loose make less dense become loose or looser or less tight
any shape that is triangular in cross section a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condiments); different names are used in different sections of the United States a diacritical mark (an inverted circumflex) placed above certain letters (such as the letter c) to indicate pronunciation a heel that is an extension of the sole of the shoe (golf) an iron with considerable loft and a broad sole something solid that is usable as an inclined plane (shaped like a V) that can be pushed between two things to separate them a block of wood used to prevent the sliding or rolling of a heavy object put, fix, force, or implant squeeze like a wedge into a tight space
wanting in physical strength overly diluted; thin and insipid (used of vowels or syllables) pronounced with little or no stress wanting in moral strength, courage, or will; having the attributes of man as opposed to e.g. divine beings tending downward in price deficient or lacking in some skill lacking bodily or muscular strength or vitality (used of verbs) having standard (or regular) inflection not having authority, political strength, or governing power deficient in magnitude; barely perceptible; lacking clarity or brightness or loudness etc likely to fail under stress or pressure deficient in intelligence or mental power
a relatively permanent inclination to react in a particular way grass for pastures and lawns especially bowling and putting greens an area of grassland unbounded by fences or hedges a special way of doing something form a curve change direction cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form bend one's back forward from the waist on down turn from a straight course, fixed direction, or line of interest bend a joint fixed in your purpose used of the back and knees; stooped of metal e.g.
an article deposited as security a person used by another to gain an end (chess) the least powerful piece; moves only forward and captures only to the side; it can be promoted to a more powerful piece if it reaches the 8th rank borrowing and leaving an article as security for repayment of the loan leave as a guarantee in return for money
a particular course of action intended to achieve a result (psychology) the performance of some composite cognitive activity; an operation that affects mental contents a writ issued by authority of law; usually compels the defendant's attendance in a civil suit; failure to appear results in a default judgment against the defendant a mental process that you are not directly aware of a natural prolongation or projection from a part of an organism either animal or plant a sustained phenomenon or one marked by gradual changes through a series of states subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition deal with in a routine way perform mathematical and logical operations on (data) according to programmed instructions in order to obtain the required information institute legal proceedings against; file a suit against march in a procession shape, form, or improve a material deliver a warrant or summons to someone
a fastener fitted to a door or drawer to keep it firmly closed a strand or cluster of hair a mechanism that detonates the charge of a gun enclosure consisting of a section of canal that can be closed to control the water level; used to raise or lower vessels that pass through it a restraint incorporated into the ignition switch to prevent the use of a vehicle by persons who do not have the key any wrestling hold in which some part of the opponent's body is twisted or pressured fasten with a lock keep engaged become rigid or immoveable hold in a locking position become engaged or intermeshed with one another hold fast (in a certain state) place in a place where something cannot be removed or someone cannot escape pass by means through a lock in a waterway build locks in order to facilitate the navigation of vessels
calm and unruffled self-assurance the property of being moderately cold fearless self-possession in the face of danger a lack of affection or enthusiasm
take off weight being of delicate or slender build small in quantity
sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions be carried or travel on or in a vehicle continue undisturbed and without interference move like a floating object harass with persistent criticism or carping be sustained or supported or borne have certain properties when driven be contingent on lie moored or anchored sit on and control a vehicle climb up on the body ride over, along, or through keep partially engaged by slightly depressing a pedal with the foot copulate with
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions what something is used for the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose propose or intend reach a decision
a native of the east end of London the nonstandard dialect of natives of the east end of London characteristic of Cockneys or their dialect relating to or resembling a cockney
a separate part of a whole an item that is an instance of some type;  a portion of a natural object a musical work that has been created an instance of some kind an artistic or literary composition a portable gun a serving that has been cut from a larger portion a distance a work of art of some artistic value a period of indeterminate length (usually short) marked by some action or condition a share of something game equipment consisting of an object used in playing certain board games to join or unite the pieces of create by putting components or members together join during spinning eat intermittently; take small bites of repair by adding pieces
a lofty level or position or degree an air mass of higher than normal pressure a state of sustained elation a state of altered consciousness induced by alcohol or narcotics a high place a public secondary school usually including grades 9 through 12 a forward gear with a gear ratio that gives the greatest vehicle velocity for a given engine speed greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount (literal meaning) being at or having a relatively great or specific elevation or upward extension (sometimes used in combinations like `knee-high') standing above others in quality or position used of sounds and voices; high in pitch or frequency happy and excited and energetic (used of the smell of meat) smelling spoiled or tainted slightly and pleasantly intoxicated from alcohol or a drug (especially marijuana) at a great altitude in or to a high position, amount, or degree in a rich manner far up toward the source
(Christianity) celebration of the Ascension of Christ into heaven; observed on the 40th day after Easter a movement upward (New Testament) the rising of the body of Jesus into heaven on the 40th day after his Resurrection (astronomy) the rising of a star above the horizon the act of changing location in an upward direction
issue commands or orders for set down as a rule or guide fixed or established especially by order or command conforming to set usage, procedure, or discipline formally laid down or imposed
a circular segment of a curve movement that causes the formation of a curve curved segment (of a road or river or railroad track etc.) an angular or rounded shape made by folding a town in central Oregon at the eastern foot of the Cascade Range diagonal line traversing a shield from the upper right corner to the lower left form a curve change direction cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form bend one's back forward from the waist on down turn from a straight course, fixed direction, or line of interest bend a joint
a socially awkward or tactless act a minor inadvertent mistake usually observed in speech or writing or in small accidents or memory lapses etc. potter's clay that is thinned and used for coating or decorating ceramics a part (sometimes a root or leaf or bud) removed from a plant to propagate a new plant through rooting or grafting a young and slender person a place where a craft can be made fast an accidental misstep threatening (or causing) a fall a slippery smoothness artifact consisting of a narrow flat piece of material a small sheet of paper a woman's sleeveless undergarment bed linen consisting of a cover for a pillow an unexpected slide a flight maneuver; aircraft slides sideways in the air the act of avoiding capture (especially by cunning) move stealthily insert inconspicuously or quickly or quietly move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner get worse move smoothly and easily to make a mistake or be incorrect pass on stealthily move easily cause to move with a smooth or sliding motion pass out of one's memory move out of position
one who suffers for the sake of principle one who voluntarily suffers death as the penalty for refusing to renounce their religion kill as a martyr torture and torment like a martyr
a brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; has a narrow tube and a flared bell and is played by means of valves proclaim on, or as if on, a trumpet play or blow on the trumpet utter in trumpet-like sounds
support and strengthen prop up with a pillow or bolster add padding to
in an engaging manner
the irregular motion of waves (usually caused by wind blowing in a direction opposite to the tide) a small cut of meat including part of a rib a jaw a tennis return made with a downward motion that puts backspin on the ball a grounder that bounces high in the air cut into pieces move suddenly form or shape by chopping strike sharply, as in some sports cut with a hacking tool hit sharply
relating to the process of education providing knowledge
a clawed foot of an animal especially a quadruped the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb scrape with the paws touch clumsily
plausible glib talk (especially useful to a salesperson) a quick succession of light rapid sounds rain gently make light, rapid and repeated sounds
make strong or stronger enclose by or as if by a fortification prepare oneself for a military confrontation add nutrients to add alcohol to (beverages) secured with bastions or fortifications having something added to increase the strength
do away with, cause the destruction or undoing of destroy completely; damage irreparably defeat soundly put (an animal) to death
English portrait painter and first president of the Royal Academy (1723-1792)
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one of a pair of planks used to make a track for rolling or sliding objects a restraint provided when the brake linings are moved hydraulically against the brake drum to retard the wheel's rotation an unexpected slide slide without control elevate onto skids apply a brake or skid to move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner
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time during which some action is awaited the act of delaying; inactivity resulting in something being put off until a later time cause to be slowed down or delayed act later than planned, scheduled, or required stop or halt slow the growth or development of
tightly stretched rope or wire on which acrobats perform high above the ground
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a living organism characterized by voluntary movement marked by the appetites and passions of the body
the secretion of an endocrine gland that is transmitted by the blood to the tissue on which it has a specific effect
something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained a story about a crime (usually murder) presented as a novel or play or movie
light and humorous drama with a happy ending a comic incident or series of incidents
having the capacity for thought and reason especially to a high degree possessing sound knowledge exercising or showing good judgment endowed with the capacity to reason
a quality that outshines the usual the visual property of something that shines with reflected light a surface coating for ceramics or porcelain
a device or control that is very useful for a particular job
a substance that abrades or wears down causing abrasion sharply disagreeable; rigorous
an informal form of address for a man a robust child a person who breaks horses a person (or thing) that breaks up or overpowers something a person born in the generation following the baby boom when the birth rate fell dramatically
a child who has lost both parents someone or something who lacks support or care or supervision the first line of a paragraph that is set as the last line of a page or column a young animal without a mother deprive of parents
have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal desiring or striving for recognition or advancement
rash impulsiveness
a decorative paper for the walls of rooms cover with wallpaper
cooking by direct exposure to radiant heat (as over a fire or under a grill) cook under a broiler heat by a natural force be very hot, due to hot weather or exposure to the sun
fasten or secure with a rope, string, or cord finish a game with an equal number of points, goals, etc. limit or restrict to connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces form a knot or bow in create social or emotional ties perform a marriage ceremony make by tying pieces together unite musical notes by a tie bound or secured closely bound together by or as if by a strong rope; especially as by a bond of affection fastened with strings or cords closed with a lace of the score in a contest
a series of waves in the hair made by applying heat and chemicals continuing or enduring without marked change in status or condition or place not capable of being reversed or returned to the original condition
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give an exhibition of to an interested audience establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes march in protest; take part in a demonstration
a display of bad temper a sudden uncontrollable attack the manner in which something fits a sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason) be agreeable or acceptable to be the right size or shape; fit correctly or as desired satisfy a condition or restriction make fit insert or adjust several objects or people be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics conform to some shape or size provide with (something) usually for a specific purpose make correspond or harmonize
in an uninterestingly ponderous manner in a heavy ponderous manner
the fatty network of connective tissue that fills the cavities of bones any of various squash plants grown for their elongated fruit with smooth dark green skin and whitish flesh very tender and very nutritious tissue from marrowbones large elongated squash with creamy to deep green skins the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience
diurnal bird of prey typically having short rounded wings and a long tail an advocate of an aggressive policy on foreign relations a square board with a handle underneath; used by masons to hold or carry mortar sell or offer for sale from place to place hunt with hawks clear mucus or food from one's throat
(Roman Catholic Church) a church father known for his constant fight against perceived heresies; a saint and Doctor of the Church (329-391) Italian pope from 1831 to 1846; conservative in politics and theology; worked to propagate Catholicism in England and the United States (1765-1846) the pope who sponsored the introduction of the modern calendar (1572-1585) the Italian pope from 1406 to 1415 who worked to end the Great Schism and who retired to make it possible (1327-1417) the Italian pope who fought to establish the supremacy of the pope over the Roman Catholic Church and the supremacy of the church over the state (1020-1085) (Roman Catholic Church) an Italian pope distinguished for his spiritual and temporal leadership; a saint and Doctor of the Church (540?-604)
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with efficiency; in an efficient manner
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be fully aware or cognizant of perceive (an idea or situation) mentally make real or concrete; give reality or substance to earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages convert into cash; of goods and property expand or complete (a part in a piece of baroque music) by supplying the harmonies indicated in the figured bass successfully completed or brought to an end
provide with insufficient quality or quantity of nourishment not getting adequate food
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unskillfulness resulting from a lack of training the quality of an embarrassing situation the carriage of someone whose movements and posture are ungainly or inelegant the inelegance of someone stiff and unrelaxed (as by embarrassment) trouble in carrying or managing caused by bulk or shape
a message that helps you remember something an experience that causes you to remember something someone who gives a warning so that a mistake can be avoided
more than is needed, desired, or required repetition of same sense in different words
an abstract part of something an artifact that is one of the individual parts of which a composite entity is made up; especially a part that can be separated from or attached to a system any of the more than 100 known substances (of which 92 occur naturally) that cannot be separated into simpler substances and that singly or in combination constitute all matter the most favorable environment for a plant or animal one of four substances thought in ancient and medieval cosmology to constitute the physical universe the situation in which you are happiest and most effective a straight line that generates a cylinder or cone
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hunt or shoot snipe aim and shoot with great precision attack in speech or writing sever or remove by pinching or snipping cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of
be fully aware or cognizant of perceive (an idea or situation) mentally make real or concrete; give reality or substance to earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages convert into cash; of goods and property expand or complete (a part in a piece of baroque music) by supplying the harmonies indicated in the figured bass
make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen consent to, give permission let have give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain allow or plan for a certain possibility; concede the truth or validity of something afford possibility allow the other (baseball) team to score grant as a discount or in exchange allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting
elegant and fashionable
a person who uses the mind creatively
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take for granted or as a given; suppose beforehand require as a necessary antecedent or precondition
remove from memory or existence remove by or as if by rubbing or erasing wipe out digitally or magnetically recorded information
fighting with the fists the enclosure of something in a package or box put into a box hit with the fist engage in a boxing match
playful like a lively kitten
dance a waltz
fresh fruits and vegetable grown for the market bring forth or yield create or manufacture a man-made product cause to happen, occur or exist bring out for display cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques bring onto the market or release come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes)
show a response or a reaction to something act against or in opposition to undergo a chemical reaction; react with another substance under certain conditions
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clear or deep perception of a situation a feeling of understanding the clear (and often sudden) understanding of a complex situation grasping the inner nature of things intuitively
a city in western India just off the coast of the Arabian Sea; India's 2nd largest city (after Calcutta); has the only natural deep-water harbor in western India
open to doubt or suspicion fraught with uncertainty or doubt unsettled in mind or opinion
bring forth or yield create or manufacture a man-made product cause to happen, occur or exist bring out for display cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques bring onto the market or release come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes)
an assured victory (especially in an election) music composed in triple time for waltzing a ballroom dance in triple time with a strong accent on the first beat dance a waltz
command with authority intend (something) to move towards a certain goal guide the actors in (plays and films) be in charge of take somebody somewhere cause to go somewhere point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards lead, as in the performance of a composition; Barenboim conducted the Chicago symphony for years" give directions to; point somebody into a certain direction specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public direct the course; determine the direction of travelling put an address on (an envelope) plan and direct (a complex undertaking)
any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline) the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance alternative names for the body of a human being a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept the visual appearance of something or someone the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape') the supreme headquarters that advises NATO on military matters and oversees all aspects of the Allied Command Europe a perceptual structure shape or influence; give direction to make something, usually for a specific function give shape or form to
a person secretly employed in espionage for a government someone who can be employed as a detective to collect information being in force or having or exerting force relating to or requiring or amenable to treatment by surgery especially as opposed to medicine effective; producing a desired effect (of e.g. a machine) performing or capable of performing
United States writer and poet (1905-1989) United States jurist who served as chief justice of the United States Supreme Court (1891-1974) a series of connected underground tunnels occupied by rabbits an overcrowded residential area a colony of rabbits
a tense of verbs used in describing action that has been completed (sometimes regarded as perfective aspect) make perfect or complete being complete of its kind and without defect or blemish without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers precisely accurate or exact
gum resin used especially in treating skin irritation (Old Testament) the youngest and best-loved son of Jacob and Rachel and one of the twelve forebears of the tribes of Israel
a member of an Athapaskan people that migrated to Arizona and New Mexico and Utah the Athapaskan language spoken by the Navaho
give new life or energy to engage in recreational activities rather than work; occupy oneself in a diversion give encouragement to create anew
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the process of gradually becoming inferior a gradual decrease; as of stored charge or current the organic phenomenon of rotting an inferior state resulting from the process of decaying the spontaneous disintegration of a radioactive substance along with the emission of ionizing radiation lose a stored charge, magnetic flux, or current fall into decay or ruin undergo decay or decomposition
one who is the object of choice; who is given preference the name for Korea as a Japanese province (1910-1945) an exclusive group of people pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives select as an alternative over another see fit or proper to act in a certain way; decide to act in a certain way
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the state or an instance of being imperfect
an almost pleasurable sensation of fright an involuntary vibration (as if from illness or fear) shake, as from cold tremble convulsively, as from fear or excitement
a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process an award conferred by a college or university signifying that the recipient has satisfactorily completed a course of study a measure for arcs and angles the highest power of a term or variable a unit of temperature on a specified scale the seriousness of something (e.g., a burn or crime)
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a device that requires skill for proper use the means whereby some act is accomplished a person used by another to gain an end (law) a document that states some contractual relationship or grants some right the semantic role of the entity (usually inanimate) that the agent uses to perform an action or start a process any of various devices or contrivances that can be used to produce musical tones or sounds equip with instruments for measuring, recording, or controlling write an instrumental score for address a legal document to
the result of mathematical differentiation; the instantaneous change of one quantity relative to another; df(x)/dx a compound obtained from, or regarded as derived from, another compound a financial instrument whose value is based on another security (linguistics) a word that is derived from another word resulting from or employing derivation
United States songwriter (1899-1981)
any state or process known through the senses rather than by intuition or reasoning a remarkable development
of or relating to or contained in or serving as an archive
a feeling of affection for a person or an institution a supplementary part or accessory a writ authorizing the seizure of property that may be needed for the payment of a judgment in a judicial proceeding a connection that fastens things together faithful support for a cause or political party or religion the act of attaching or affixing something the act of fastening things together
the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan) an arrangement scheme something intended as a guide for making something else a decorative or artistic work an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions a preliminary sketch indicating the plan for something the creation of something in the mind make or work out a plan for; devise plan something for a specific role or purpose or effect create the design for; create or execute in an artistic or highly skilled manner make a design of; plan out in systematic, often graphic form create designs conceive or fashion in the mind; invent intend or have as a purpose
a boring person who talks a great deal about uninteresting topics
utter with vibrating vocal chords sing (each note a scale or in a melody) with the same vowel pronounce as a vowel express or state clearly utter speech sounds
repetitive and persistent demanding attention
large Old World boas a soothsaying spirit or a person who is possessed by such a spirit (Greek mythology) dragon killed by Apollo at Delphi
a licensed medical practitioner the United States federal department that promotes and administers domestic and foreign trade (including management of the census and the patent office); created in 1913
a quantity of no importance
moderate to inferior in quality lacking exceptional quality or ability poor to middling in quality
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a person who settles in a new colony or moves into new country a negotiator who settles disputes a clerk in a betting shop who calculates the winnings
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an unsteady uneven gait a decisive defeat in a game (especially in cribbage) abrupt up-and-down motion (as caused by a ship or other conveyance) the act of moving forward suddenly walk as if unable to control one's movements move abruptly move slowly and unsteadily loiter about, with no apparent aim defeat by a lurch
the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something the act of governing; exercising authority
limbless scaly elongate reptile; some are venomous a deceitful or treacherous person a tributary of the Columbia River that rises in Wyoming and flows westward; discovered in 1805 by the Lewis and Clark Expedition a long faint constellation in the southern hemisphere near the equator stretching between Virgo and Cancer something long, thin, and flexible that resembles a snake move smoothly and sinuously, like a snake form a snake-like pattern move along a winding path
the act of caressing with the lips (or an instance thereof) a cookie made of egg whites and sugar any of several bite-sized candies a light glancing touch touch with the lips or press the lips (against someone's mouth or other body part) as an expression of love, greeting, etc. touch lightly or gently
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an enclosure made or wire or metal bars in which birds or animals can be kept something that restricts freedom as a cage restricts movement United States composer of avant-garde music (1912-1992) the net that is the goal in ice hockey a movable screen placed behind home base to catch balls during batting practice confine in a cage
be fully aware or cognizant of perceive (an idea or situation) mentally make real or concrete; give reality or substance to earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages convert into cash; of goods and property expand or complete (a part in a piece of baroque music) by supplying the harmonies indicated in the figured bass
to cover or extend over an area or time period
the period after the American Civil War when the southern states were reorganized and reintegrated into the Union; 1865-1877 the activity of constructing something again an interpretation formed by piecing together bits of evidence recall that is hypothesized to work by storing abstract features which are then used to construct the memory during recall
a conservative who advocates only minor reforms in government or politics a practitioner or advocate of artistic minimalism of or relating to artistic minimalism advocating minimal reforms (as in government or politics)
devote oneself entirely to something; indulge in to an immoderate degree, usually with pleasure roll around, "pigs were wallowing in the mud" rise up as if in waves be ecstatic with joy delight greatly in
a distinctive characteristic or attribute a mark on an article of trade to indicate its origin and authenticity
a payment of part of a debt; usually paid at regular intervals a part of a broadcast serial a part of a published serial the act of installing something (as equipment)
the act of forming or establishing something an organization founded and united for a specific purpose the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something a public or private structure (business or governmental or educational) including buildings and equipment for business or residence any large organization (ecology) the process by which a plant or animal becomes established in a new habitat the cognitive process of establishing a valid proof
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be present or associated with an event or entity go or travel along with perform an accompaniment to be a companion to somebody
to a sufficient degree
greatly pleasing or entertaining
assign great social importance to
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a fact that has been verified conformity to reality or actuality a true statement the quality of being near to the true value United States abolitionist and feminist who was freed from slavery and became a leading advocate of the abolition of slavery and for the rights of women (1797-1883)
the property of being an amount by which something is less than expected or required an acute insufficiency
be present or associated with an event or entity go or travel along with perform an accompaniment to be a companion to somebody having companions or an escort playing or singing with instrumental or vocal accompaniment
in or to a place that is lower
a just detectable amount an indication that something has been present a suggestion of some quality a drawing created by superimposing a semitransparent sheet of paper on the original image and copying on it the lines of the original image either of two lines that connect a horse's harness to a wagon or other vehicle or to a whiffletree a visible mark (as a footprint) left by the passage of person or animal or vehicle follow, discover, or ascertain the course of development of something make a mark or lines on a surface to go back over again pursue or chase relentlessly discover traces of make one's course or travel along a path; travel or pass over, around, or along copy by following the lines of the original drawing on a transparent sheet placed upon it; make a tracing of read with difficulty
optical instrument consisting of a frame that holds a pair of lenses for correcting defective vision a brittle transparent solid with irregular atomic structure a container for holding liquids while drinking the quantity a glass will hold a small refracting telescope an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant a mirror; usually a ladies' dressing mirror glassware collectively furnish with glass scan (game in the forest) with binoculars enclose with glass put in a glass container become glassy or take on a glass-like appearance
not clear to the understanding resembling an oracle in obscurity of thought
filled with water wet with secreted or exuded moisture such as sweat or tears relating to or resembling or consisting of water overly diluted; thin and insipid
unoriginality as a result of being dull and hackneyed
engage in carry out or perform an action get (something) done proceed or get along give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity create or design, often in a certain way behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself spend time in prison or in a labor camp carry on or function arrange attractively travel or traverse (a distance)
make hot or hotter provide with heat arouse or excite feelings and passions gain heat or get hot made warm or hot (`het' is a dialectal variant of `heated') marked by emotional heat; vehement
English rock star (born in 1943)
an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization a formal association of people with similar interests the state of being with someone the fashionable elite
a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together) physical objects consisting of a number of pages bound together a compilation of the known facts regarding something or someone a written version of a play or other dramatic composition; used in preparing for a performance a record in which commercial accounts are recorded a collection of playing cards satisfying the rules of a card game a collection of rules or prescribed standards on the basis of which decisions are made the sacred writings of Islam revealed by God to the prophet Muhammad during his life at Mecca and Medina the sacred writings of the Christian religions a major division of a long written composition a number of sheets (ticket or stamps etc.) bound together on one edge engage for a performance arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance record a charge in a police register register in a hotel booker
a crackling or hissing noise caused by electrical interference angry criticism not in physical motion concerned with or producing or caused by static electricity showing little if any change
the cardinal number that is the sum of twelve and one being one more than twelve
the manner of a rude or insensitive person inelegance by virtue of being an uncouth boor
repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse
a small contrasting part of something a small area of ground covered by specific vegetation a piece of cloth used as decoration or to mend or cover a hole a period of indeterminate length (usually short) marked by some action or condition a short set of commands to correct a bug in a computer program a connection intended to be used for a limited time sewing that repairs a worn or torn hole (especially in a garment) a protective cloth covering for an injured eye a piece of soft material that covers and protects an injured part of the body to join or unite the pieces of provide with a patch; also used metaphorically mend by putting a patch on repair by adding pieces
a tenth part; one part in ten equal parts position ten in a countable series of things coming next after the ninth and just before the eleventh in position
move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment be sexually unfaithful to one's partner in marriage go via an indirect route or at no set pace to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course lose clarity or turn aside especially from the main subject of attention or course of argument in writing, thinking, or speaking
someone who sees an event and reports what happened a close observer; someone who looks at something (such as an exhibition of some kind) testimony by word or deed to your religious faith (law) a person who attests to the genuineness of a document or signature by adding their own signature (law) a person who testifies under oath in a court of law be a witness to perceive or be contemporaneous with
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in essence; at bottom or by one's (or its) very nature
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people in general considered as a whole
the period of time that is happening now; any continuous stretch of time including the moment of speech in these times
the form of a word that is used to denote a singleton unusual or striking beyond or deviating from the usual or expected being a single and separate person or thing composed of one member, set, or kind grammatical number category referring to a single item or unit the single one of its kind
relating or belonging to or serving as a monument of outstanding significance imposing in size or bulk or solidity
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British stateswoman; first woman to serve as Prime Minister (born in 1925) someone skilled in making a roof from plant stalks or foliage
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(used as an intensifier) extremely well
a facial expression of dislike or displeasure look angry or sullen, wrinkle one's forehead, as if to signal disapproval
a design or figure that consists of recurring shapes or colors, as in architecture or decoration a theme that is repeated or elaborated in a piece of music a unifying idea that is a recurrent element in literary or artistic work
marked by or causing boisterous merriment or convulsive laughter
without preparation; not prepared for
excessively fastidious and easily disgusted
the act of intervening (as to mediate a dispute, etc.) a policy of intervening in the affairs of other countries the act or fact of interposing one thing between or among others (law) a proceeding that permits a person to enter into a lawsuit already in progress; admission of person not an original party to the suit so that person can protect some right or interest that is allegedly affected by the proceedings care provided to improve a situation (especially medical procedures or applications that are intended to relieve illness or injury)
a lofty level or position or degree an air mass of higher than normal pressure a state of sustained elation a state of altered consciousness induced by alcohol or narcotics a high place a public secondary school usually including grades 9 through 12 a forward gear with a gear ratio that gives the greatest vehicle velocity for a given engine speed
British statesman famous for his oratory; pleaded the cause of the American colonists in British Parliament and defended the parliamentary system (1729-1797) United States frontierswoman and legendary figure of the Wild West noted for her marksmanship (1852-1903) murder without leaving a trace on the body get rid of, silence, or suppress
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a person or thing having the same function or characteristics as another a duplicate copy
move so that an opening or passage is obstructed; make shut become closed prevent from entering; shut out not open used especially of mouth or eyes
appraise critically
difficult to use or handle or manage because of size or weight or shape difficult to work or manipulate lacking grace in movement or posture
a man who is a stupid incompetent fool male donkey
(music) the speed at which a composition is to be played the rate of some repeating event
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immoderately desirous of acquiring e.g. wealth (often followed by `for') ardently or excessively desirous wanting to eat or drink more than one can reasonably consume
malignant neoplasm of blood-forming tissues; characterized by abnormal proliferation of leukocytes; one of the four major types of cancer
lacking in cooperative planning and organization lacking the skillful and effective interaction of muscle movements
faithful support for a cause or political party or religion the property of sticking together (as of glue and wood) or the joining of surfaces of different composition
a superficial abrasion the act of grazing feed as in a meadow or pasture break the skin (of a body part) by scraping let feed in a field or pasture or meadow scrape gently eat lightly, try different dishes
exaggerated masculinity
definitely or positively (`sure' is sometimes used informally for `surely')
the shape of something rotating rapidly a convex fold or elevation in the surface of the brain the action of coiling or twisting or winding together
break into parts or components or lose cohesion or unity cause to undergo fission or lose particles lose a stored charge, magnetic flux, or current
dispose or incline or entice to provoke someone to do something through (often false or exaggerated) promises or persuasion give rise to a desire by being attractive or inviting induce into action by using one's charm try to seduce try presumptuously
the force used in pushing a strong blow with a knife or other sharp pointed instrument the act of applying force to propel something verbal criticism a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow) push forcefully press or force make a thrusting forward movement impose urgently, importunately, or inexorably penetrate or cut through with a sharp instrument force (molten rock) into pre-existing rock push upward place or put with great energy
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the act of guiding or showing the way the act of setting and holding a course the act of steering a ship direct the course; determine the direction of travelling direct (oneself) somewhere be a guiding or motivating force or drive
primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration (primarily spatial sense) having little length or lacking in length low in stature; not tall not sufficient to meet a need (of memory) deficient in retentiveness or range not holding securities or commodities that one sells in expectation of a fall in prices of speech sounds or syllables of relatively short duration less than the correct or legal or full amount often deliberately so lacking foresight or scope tending to crumble or break into flakes due to a large amount of shortening marked by rude or peremptory shortness
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provoking fear terror
the ratio of live births in an area to the population of that area; expressed per 1000 population per year the state of being fertile; capable of producing offspring the property of producing abundantly and sustaining vigorous and luxuriant growth
the main land mass of a country or continent; as distinguished from an island or peninsula
make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc prepare for eating by applying heat to prepare verbally, either for written or spoken delivery arrange by systematic planning and united effort educate for a future role or function create by training and teaching lead up to and soften by sounding the dissonant note in it as a consonant note in the preceding chord undergo training or instruction in preparation for a particular role, function, or profession
revise or reorganize, especially for the purpose of updating and improving provide (a workshop or factory) with new tools
liquid that is spilled a channel that carries excess water over or around a dam or other obstruction the act of allowing a fluid to escape a sudden drop from an upright position cause or allow (a liquid substance) to run or flow from a container flow, run or fall out and become lost cause or allow (a solid substance) to flow or run out or over pour out in drops or small quantities or as if in drops or small quantities reveal information reduce the pressure of wind on (a sail)
give a nickname to provide (movies) with a soundtrack of a foreign language raise (someone) to knighthood
spring-loaded doorlock that can only be opened from the outside with a key catch for fastening a door or gate; a bar that can be lowered or slid into a groove fasten with a latch
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a person with a compulsive disposition; someone who feels compelled to do certain things caused by or suggestive of psychological compulsion strongly motivated to succeed
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patron saint of Wales (circa 520-600) French neoclassical painter who actively supported the French Revolution (1748-1825) (Old Testament) the 2nd king of the Israelites; as a young shepherd he fought Goliath (a giant Philistine warrior) and killed him by hitting him in the head with a stone flung from a sling; he united Israel with Jerusalem as its capital; many of the Psalms are attributed to David (circa 1000-962 BC)
very hot and finely tapering pepper of special pungency not characterized by emotion appreciably or disagreeably cold lacking warmth of feeling
the linear extent in space from one end to the other; the longest dimension of something that is fixed in place continuance in time the property of being the extent of something from beginning to end size of the gap between two places a section of something that is long and narrow
a disposition free from stress or emotion the absence of mental stress or anxiety
with eyes full of tears
English navigator who explored the Arctic while searching for the Northwest Passage (1550-1605) United States painter who developed an American version of cubism (1894-1964) United States jazz musician; noted for his trumpet style (1926-1991) American statesman; president of the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War (1808-1889) United States tennis player who donated the Davis Cup for international team tennis competition (1879-1945) United States film actress (1908-1989)
Iraqi leader who waged war against Iran; his invasion of Kuwait led to the Gulf War (born in 1937) king of Jordan credited with creating stability at home and seeking peace with Israel (1935-1999)
coldness due to a cold environment an almost pleasurable sensation of fright a sensation of cold that often marks the start of an infection and the development of a fever a sudden numbing dread depress or discourage make cool or cooler loose heat
mark as different detect with the senses be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense make conspicuous or noteworthy identify as in botany or biology, for example
act as a stimulant cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of cause to be alert and energetic cause to occur rapidly stir feelings in provide the needed stimulus for
a garment worn around the head or neck or shoulders for warmth or decoration a joint made by notching the ends of two pieces of timber or metal so that they will lock together end-to-end masturbate while strangling oneself unite by a scarf joint wrap in or adorn with a scarf
United States biochemist who discovered cortisone (1886-1972)
cheese containing a blue mold
walk as if unable to control one's movements walk with great difficulty to arrange in a systematic order astound or overwhelm, as with shock
of or relating to or characteristic of Plato or his philosophy free from physical desire
like better; value more highly select as an alternative over another promote over another give preference to one creditor over another
in the manner of human beings
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the place where some action occurs an incident (real or imaginary) the visual percept of a region a consecutive series of pictures that constitutes a unit of action in a film a situation treated as an observable object a subdivision of an act of a play a display of bad temper graphic art consisting of the graphic or photographic representation of a visual percept the context and environment in which something is set the painted structures of a stage set that are intended to suggest a particular locale
have ownership or possession of having an owner; often used in combination
a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem and active in Nazareth; his life and sermons form the basis for Christianity (circa 4 BC - AD 29)
an intense or violent exertion the act of distorting something so it seems to mean something it was not intended to mean to exert much effort or energy test the limits of use to the utmost; exert vigorously or to full capacity separate by passing through a sieve or other straining device to separate out coarser elements cause to be tense and uneasy or nervous or anxious become stretched or tense or taut remove by passing through a filter rub through a strainer or process in an electric blender alter the shape of (something) by stress taxing to the utmost; testing powers of endurance
a relative position or degree of value in a graded group any one of two or more competitors who tie one another a worker who ties something something that is used for tying one of two or more layers one atop another
an event that happens an instance of something occurring
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neckwear consisting of a long narrow piece of material worn (mostly by men) under a collar and tied in knot at the front a social or business relationship equality of score in a contest a horizontal beam used to prevent two other structural members from spreading apart or separating a fastener that serves to join or connect the finish of a contest in which the score is tied and the winner is undecided (music) a slur over two notes of the same pitch; indicates that the note is to be sustained for their combined time value one of the cross braces that support the rails on a railway track a cord (or string or ribbon or wire etc.) with which something is tied fasten or secure with a rope, string, or cord finish a game with an equal number of points, goals, etc. limit or restrict to connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces form a knot or bow in create social or emotional ties perform a marriage ceremony make by tying pieces together unite musical notes by a tie
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a powerful stroke with the fist or a weapon an impact (as from a collision) an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating an unpleasant or disappointing surprise a strong current of air street names for cocaine forceful exhalation through the nose or mouth exhale hard be blowing or storming free of obstruction by blowing air through be in motion due to some air or water current make a sound as if blown shape by blowing make a mess of, destroy or ruin spend thoughtlessly; throw away spend lavishly or wastefully on sound by having air expelled through a tube play or sound a wind instrument provide sexual gratification through oral stimulation cause air to go in, on, or through cause to move by means of an air current spout moist air from the blowhole leave; informal or rude lay eggs cause to be revealed and jeopardized show off allow to regain its breath melt, break, or become otherwise unusable burst suddenly
a distinctive odor that is pleasant an odor left in passing by which a person or animal can be traced any property detected by the olfactory system cause to smell or be smelly catch the scent of; get wind of apply perfume to
a sexually precocious young girl
float on the surface of water keep afloat mark with a buoy
acting like a clown or buffoon a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement dress or decorate showily or gaudily dress up showily
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filled to capacity
a remark that calls attention to something or someone a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage an indicator that orients you generally a book to which you can refer for authoritative facts a formal recommendation by a former employer to a potential future employer describing the person's qualifications and dependability the most direct or specific meaning of a word or expression; the class of objects that an expression refers to the act of referring or consulting a publication (or a passage from a publication) that is referred to (computer science) the code that identifies where a piece of information is stored the relation between a word or phrase and the object or idea it refers to refer to
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a day or period of time set aside for feasting and celebration an organized series of acts and performances (usually in one place)
an individualized description of a particular instance provide details for assign to a specific task
instrumentality that combines interrelated interacting artifacts designed to work as a coherent entity a group of independent but interrelated elements comprising a unified whole (physical chemistry) a sample of matter in which substances in different phases are in equilibrium a complex of methods or rules governing behavior an organized structure for arranging or classifying a group of physiologically or anatomically related organs or parts a procedure or process for obtaining an objective the living body considered as made up of interdependent components forming a unified whole an ordered manner; orderliness by virtue of being methodical and well organized
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causing or marked by grief or anguish
fill with sublime emotion making lively and cheerful making lively and joyful
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the deliberate act of delaying and playing instead of working waste time; spend one's time idly or inefficiently act frivolously consider not very seriously not worth considering
behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself behave in a certain manner behave well or properly
a spacecraft designed to carry a crew into interstellar space (especially in science fiction)
causing physical or psychological pain causing misery or pain or distress exceptionally bad or displeasing causing physical discomfort; they can be very painful"
choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans take up and practice as one's own take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect take into one's family put into dramatic form take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own
spreading or spread throughout
the act of enforcing; ensuring observance of or obedience to
an enlarged and muscular saclike organ of the alimentary canal; the principal organ of digestion the region of the body of a vertebrate between the thorax and the pelvis an inclination or liking for things involving conflict or difficulty or unpleasantness an appetite for food bear to eat put up with something or somebody unpleasant
(often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent a parcel of land having fixed boundaries an unofficial association of people or groups your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you) anything (straws or pebbles etc.) taken or chosen at random any collection in its entirety (Old Testament) nephew of Abraham; God destroyed Sodom and Gomorrah but chose to spare Lot and his family who were told to flee without looking back at the destruction divide into lots, as of land, for example administer or bestow, as in small portions
a motley assortment of things a bag in which rags are kept
United States illustrator whose works present a sentimental idealized view of everyday life (1894-1978)
a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves)
a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities
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the act of overcoming or outdoing the act of inflicting corporal punishment with repeated blows come out better in a competition, race, or conflict give a beating to; subject to a beating, either as a punishment or as an act of aggression hit repeatedly move rhythmically shape by beating make a rhythmic sound glare or strike with great intensity move with a thrashing motion sail with much tacking or with difficulty stir vigorously strike (a part of one's own body) repeatedly, as in great emotion or in accompaniment to music be superior avoid paying make a sound like a clock or a timer move with a flapping motion indicate by beating, as with the fingers or drumsticks move with or as if with a regular alternating motion make by pounding or trampling produce a rhythm by striking repeatedly strike (water or bushes) repeatedly to rouse animals for hunting beat through cleverness and wit be a mystery or bewildering to wear out completely
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a theatrical entertainment of broad and earthy humor; consists of comic skits and short turns (and sometimes striptease) a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way make a parody of relating to or characteristic of a burlesque
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a style of handwriting with the letters slanting to the right a branch of the Indo-European languages of which Latin is the chief representative a typeface with letters slanting upward to the right
coins collectively a newly invented word or phrase the act of inventing a word or phrase
a group or class of persons enjoying superior intellectual or social or economic status selected as the best
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walk unsteadily miss a step and fall or nearly fall encounter by chance make an error
an associate that one works with a person who is member of one's class or profession
write an orchestra score for plan and direct (a complex undertaking)
the waging of armed conflict against an enemy an active struggle between competing entities
conspicuously and outrageously bad or reprehensible
the property of making no sound a state of peace and quiet
an angry disturbance something or someone that causes trouble; a source of unhappiness take the trouble to do something; concern oneself cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations to cause inconvenience or discomfort to intrude or enter uninvited make nervous or agitated make confused or perplexed or puzzled
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torment emotionally or mentally subject to torture experiencing intense pain especially mental pain
United States biochemist (born in England) honored for his discovery that some genes contain introns (born in 1943) United States evangelist (born 1918) United States writer remembered for his historical novels about colonial America (1885-1957) a Welsh pirate credited with having taken more than 400 ships (1682-1722) United States parliamentary authority and author (in 1876) of Robert's Rules of Order (1837-1923)
take a court case to a higher court for review request earnestly (something from somebody); ask for aid or protection be attractive to challenge (a decision) cite as an authority; resort to able to attract interest or draw favorable attention (of characters in literature or drama) evoking empathic or sympathetic feelings
reach, make, or come to a decision about something bring to an end; settle conclusively cause to decide influence or determine recognizable; marked
write an orchestra score for plan and direct (a complex undertaking) arranged for performance by an orchestra
completely neat and clean free from stain or blemish without fault or error
absentminded dreaming while awake have a daydream; indulge in a fantasy have dreamlike musings or fantasies while awake
someone who practices homosexuality; having a sexual attraction to persons of the same sex
the quality of being suited to the end in view taking advantage of opportunities without regard for the consequences for others
a leisurely walk (usually in some public place) walk leisurely
a heavy rain a violently fast stream of water (or other liquid) an overwhelming number or amount
feelings of ardent love commitment to some purpose religious zeal; the willingness to serve God (usually plural) religious observance or prayers (usually spoken silently)
showing inventiveness and skill
put or pin the blame on
table consisting of a horizontal surface over which business is transacted game equipment (as a piece of wood, plastic, or ivory) used for keeping a count or reserving a space in various card or board games a calculator that keeps a record of the number of times something happens a piece of furniture that stands at the side of a dining room; has shelves and drawers a person who counts things a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one) (computer science) a register whose contents go through a regular series of states (usually states indicating consecutive integers) a piece of leather forming the back of a shoe or boot a return punch (especially by a boxer) speak in response act in advance of; deal with ahead of time indicating opposition or resistance in the opposite direction
not in accordance with the fact or reality or actuality arising from error erroneous and usually accidental deliberately deceptive inappropriate to reality or facts not genuine or real; being an imitation of the genuine article; it's real synthetic fur" designed to deceive inaccurate in pitch adopted in order to deceive (used especially of persons) not dependable in devotion or affection; unfaithful in a disloyal and faithless manner
a member of a Catholic church
a close observer; someone who looks at something (such as an exhibition of some kind) an optical device for viewing photographic transparencies
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have confidence or faith in allow without fear be confident about something expect and wish confer a trust upon extend credit to; I won't pay her debts anymore" inclined to believe or confide readily; full of trust
the members of a business venture created by contract a cooperative relationship between people or groups who agree to share responsibility for achieving some specific goal a contract between two or more persons who agree to pool talent and money and share profits or losses
a person who is loathsome or disgusting hate coupled with disgust an action that is vicious or vile; an action that arouses disgust or abhorrence
in a gradual manner in a gentle manner with little weight or force
orally recite the letters of or give the spelling of indicate or signify write or name the letters that comprise the conventionally accepted form of (a word or part of a word) relieve (someone) from work by taking a turn place under a spell take turns working
cause to feel sure; give reassurance to give or restore confidence in; cause to feel sure or certain restoring confidence and relieving anxiety
the present or immediately coming night during the night of the present day
cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of give a title to someone; make someone a member of the nobility stroke soothingly soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe having or showing a kindly or tender nature quiet and soothing belonging to or characteristic of the nobility or aristocracy easily handled or managed having little impact marked by moderate steepness
a soft form of cereal for infants worthless or oversimplified ideas
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reflect deeply on a subject
reckless or malicious behavior that causes discomfort or annoyance in others the quality or nature of being harmful or evil
a large bomb used to demolish extensive areas (as a city block) an unusually successful hit with widespread popularity and huge sales (especially a movie or play or recording or novel)
without doubt or question in an intelligible manner clear to the mind; with distinct mental discernment in an easily perceptible manner
deem to be look at carefully; study mentally see or watch
the point on the Earth's surface directly above the focus of an earthquake
writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature) anything serving as a representation of a person's thinking by means of symbolic marks a written account of ownership or obligation (computer science) a computer file that contains text (and possibly formatting instructions) using seven-bit ASCII characters record in detail support or supply with references
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that which is responsible for one's thoughts and feelings; the seat of the faculty of reason the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life (Greek mythology) a beautiful princess loved by Cupid who visited her at night and told her she must not try to see him; became the personification of the soul
a small outdoor fire for warmth or cooking (as at a camp)
a type of inflatable air mattress
inspire awe in inspired by a feeling of fearful wonderment or reverence having or showing a feeling of mixed reverence and respect and wonder and dread
disagreeable aftereffects from the use of drugs (especially alcohol) an official who remains in office after his term something that has survived from the past
provide (usually but not necessarily food) make concave; shape like a dish shaped like a dish or pan
an especially rich vein of precious ore a sudden happening that brings good fortune (as a sudden opportunity to make money)
a very young child (birth to 1 year) who has not yet begun to walk or talk (slang) sometimes used as a term of address for attractive young women
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a native or inhabitant of Korea who speaks the Korean language the Altaic language spoken by Koreans of or relating to or characteristic of Korea or its people or language
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any liliaceous plant of the genus Lilium having showy pendulous flowers
the quality of being adequately or well qualified physically and intellectually
the property of a continuous and connected period of time persistent determination the act of persisting or persevering; continuing or repeating behavior
the act of rising upward into the air rise rapidly fly by means of a hang glider fly upwards or high in the sky go or move upward fly a plane without an engine
force into some kind of situation, condition, or course of action deeply involved especially in something complicated
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a city in northeastern France in Lorraine
a movement forward a change for the better; progress in development a tentative suggestion designed to elicit the reactions of others the act of moving forward (as toward a goal) an amount paid before it is earned increase in price or value move forward, also in the metaphorical sense bring forward for consideration or acceptance increase or raise contribute to the progress or growth of cause to move forward obtain advantages, such as points, etc. develop in a positive way develop further give a promotion to or assign to a higher position pay in advance move forward rise in rate or price
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a drop of rain
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in an unobtrusive manner
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a strong sexual desire self-indulgent sexual desire (personified as one of the deadly sins) have a craving, appetite, or great desire for
a message written in a secret code a mathematical element that when added to another number yields the same number a quantity of no importance a person of no influence a secret method of writing convert ordinary language into code make a mathematical calculation or computation
to join or unite the pieces of create by putting components or members together join during spinning eat intermittently; take small bites of repair by adding pieces
beating as a source of erotic or religious stimulation beating with a whip or strap or rope as a form of punishment
an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose something in an artistic work designed to achieve a particular effect any clever maneuver any ornamental pattern or design (as in embroidery) an emblematic design (especially in heraldry)
having or characterized by or consisting of one syllable
an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
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the spatial property of the way in which something is placed contact established between applicants and prospective employees the act of putting something in a certain place
cause to start burning; subject to fire or great heat start to burn or burst into flames arouse or excite feelings and passions
a native or resident of Paris of or relating to or characteristic of Paris or its inhabitants
in a submissive or spiritless manner in a humble manner
provide commentary for a film, for example narrate or give a detailed account of
having strength or power greater than average or expected not faint or feeble having or wielding force or authority having a strong physiological or chemical effect immune to attack; incapable of being tampered with of good quality and condition; solidly built of verbs not having standard (or regular) inflection being distilled rather than fermented; having a high alcoholic content freshly made or left strong and sure
make lighter or brighter make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear add embellishments and paintings to (medieval manuscripts)
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear the feelings expressed on a person's face the general outward appearance of something the striking or working surface of an implement a part of a person that is used to refer to a person a surface forming part of the outside of an object the part of an animal corresponding to the human face the side upon which the use of a thing depends (usually the most prominent surface of an object) a contorted facial expression a specific size and style of type within a type family status in the eyes of others impudent aggressiveness a vertical surface of a building or cliff deal with (something unpleasant) head on oppose, as in hostility or a competition be oriented in a certain direction, often with respect to another reference point; be opposite to be opposite turn so as to face; turn the face in a certain direction present somebody with something, usually to accuse or criticize turn so as to expose the face line the edge (of a garment) with a different material cover the front or surface of
excessively quick with the head foremost with the head foremost at breakneck speed in a hasty and foolhardy manner
deliberately impassive in manner without betraying any feeling
using (or as if using) mechanisms or tools or devices relating to or concerned with machinery or tools relating to or governed by or in accordance with mechanics
drink made by steeping and boiling and fermenting rather than distilling prepare by brewing sit or let sit in boiling water so as to extract the flavor
people who are wounded cause injuries or bodily harm to hurt the feelings of suffering from physical injury especially that suffered in battle
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graphic art consisting of an artistic composition made by applying paints to a surface creating a picture with paints the act of applying paint to a surface the occupation of a house painter make a painting apply paint to; coat with paint make a painting of apply a liquid to; e.g., paint the gutters with linseed oil
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a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred a statement or assertion of verified information about something that is the case or has happened an event known to have happened or something known to have existed a concept whose truth can be proved
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with strained or eager attention
strew make a place messy by strewing garbage around give birth to a litter of animals filled or scattered with a disorderly accumulation of objects or rubbish
a particular environment or surrounding influence a unit of pressure: the pressure that will support a column of mercury 760 mm high at sea level and 0 degrees centigrade the mass of air surrounding the Earth the weather or climate at some place the envelope of gases surrounding any celestial body a distinctive but intangible quality surrounding a person or thing
react verbally respond to a signal give the correct answer or solution to understand the meaning of give a defence or refutation of (a charge) or in (an argument) be liable or accountable be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity match or correspond be satisfactory for; meet the requirements of or serve the purpose of react to a stimulus or command
vacuously or complacently and unconsciously foolish
a graphic or vivid verbal description the act of describing distinctive characteristics or essential features
an arc of colored light in the sky caused by refraction of the sun's rays by rain an illusory hope
having a fluffy character or appearance confused and vague; used especially of thinking covered with dense often matted or curly hairs covered with dense cottony hairs or hairlike filaments
take something or somebody with oneself somewhere cause to come into a particular state or condition cause to happen or to occur as a consequence go or come after and bring or take back bring into a different state be accompanied by advance or set forth in court bestow a quality on be sold for a certain price attract the attention of induce or persuade
not bound or pledged not associated in an exclusive sexual relationship not busy; not otherwise committed
a motor vehicle with two wheels and a strong frame a wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals ride a bicycle
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makeup consisting of a pink or red powder applied to the cheeks redden by applying rouge to
not joined or linked together not connected by birth or family lacking orderly continuity
the part of a golf course bordering the fairway where the grass is not cut short prepare in preliminary or sketchy form having or caused by an irregular surface (of persons or behavior) lacking refinement or finesse not quite exact or correct full of hardship or trials violently agitated and turbulent unpleasantly harsh or grating in sound ready and able to resort to force or violence of the margin of a leaf shape; having the edge cut or fringed or scalloped causing or characterized by jolts and irregular movements not shaped by cutting or trimming not carefully or expertly made not perfected unpleasantly stern unkind or cruel or uncivil with roughness or violence (`rough' is an informal variant for `roughly') with rough motion as over a rough surface
a shelter from danger or hardship a hospital for mentally incompetent or unbalanced person
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a region marking a boundary the edge of a steep place the limit beyond which something happens or changes
a period of 10 years the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system
the original amount of a debt on which interest is calculated the educator who has executive authority for a school an actor who plays a principal role capital as contrasted with the income derived from it (criminal law) any person involved in a criminal offense, regardless of whether the person profits from such involvement the major party to a financial transaction at a stock exchange; buys and sells for his own account most important element
the act of jostling (forcing your way by pushing) make one's way by jostling, pushing, or shoving come into rough contact with while moving
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(military) signal to turn the lights out the sound made by a gentle blow a gentle blow a faucet for drawing water from a pipe or cask a small metal plate that attaches to the toe or heel of a shoe (as in tap dancing) a tool for cutting female (internal) screw threads a plug for a bunghole in a cask the act of tapping a telephone or telegraph line to get information a light touch or stroke cut a female screw thread with a tap draw from or dip into to get something strike lightly draw from; make good use of tap a telephone or telegraph wire to get information furnish with a tap or spout, so as to be able to draw liquid from it make light, repeated taps on a surface walk with a tapping sound dance and make rhythmic clicking sounds by means of metal plates nailed to the sole of the dance shoes draw (liquor) from a tap pierce in order to draw a liquid from make a solicitation or entreaty for something; request urgently or persistently
a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something temporary inactivity interrupt temporarily an activity before continuing cease an action temporarily
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make into knots; make knots out of tie or fasten into a knot tangle or complicate
United States diplomat and jurist who negotiated peace treaties with Britain and served as the first chief justice of the United States Supreme Court (1745-1829) crested largely blue bird
the part of the skull of a vertebrate that frames the mouth and holds the teeth the bones of the skull that frame the mouth and serve to open it; the bones that hold the teeth holding device consisting of one or both of the opposing parts of a tool that close to hold an object talk socially without exchanging too much information talk incessantly and tiresomely chew (food); to bite and grind with the teeth censure severely or angrily
lacking spirit or liveliness
a vessel (usually cylindrical) with a wide mouth and without handles the quantity contained in a jar a sudden jarring impact be incompatible; be or come into conflict move or cause to move with a sudden jerky motion shock physically affect in a disagreeable way place in a cylindrical vessel
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a round fastener sewn to shirts and coats etc to fit through buttonholes an electrical switch operated by pressing any of various plant parts that resemble buttons a round flat badge displaying information and suitable for pinning onto a garment a female sexual organ homologous to the penis a device that when pressed will release part of a mechanism any artifact that resembles a button provide with buttons fasten with buttons
preserve of crushed fruit informal terms for a difficult situation a dense crowd of people deliberate radiation or reflection of electromagnetic energy for the purpose of disrupting enemy use of electronic devices or systems press tightly together or cram push down forcibly crush or bruise interfere with or prevent the reception of signals get stuck and immobilized crowd or pack to capacity block passage through
a long thin piece of cloth or paper as used for binding or fastening a recording made on magnetic tape the finishing line for a foot race measuring instrument consisting of a narrow strip (cloth or metal) marked in inches or centimeters and used for measuring lengths memory device consisting of a long thin plastic strip coated with iron oxide; used to record audio or video signals or to store computer information fasten or attach with tape record on videotape register electronically
the larva of the housefly and blowfly commonly found in decaying organic matter
the sport of siting on the back of a horse while controlling its movements travel by being carried on horseback sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions be carried or travel on or in a vehicle continue undisturbed and without interference move like a floating object harass with persistent criticism or carping be sustained or supported or borne have certain properties when driven be contingent on lie moored or anchored sit on and control a vehicle climb up on the body ride over, along, or through keep partially engaged by slightly depressing a pedal with the foot copulate with relieve from
extremely so as to shock the feelings
a state of ill-being due to affliction or misfortune the character of being uncomfortable and unpleasant the quality of being poor and inferior and sorry
a reflex response to sudden pain draw back, as with fear or pain
marked by up-to-dateness in dress and manners
a specific instance of feeling hopeful the general feeling that some desire will be fulfilled grounds for feeling hopeful about the future someone (or something) on which expectations are centered United States comedian (born in England) who appeared in films with Bing Crosby (1903-2003) one of the three Christian virtues expect and wish be optimistic; be full of hope; have hopes intend with some possibility of fulfilment
presumptuously arrogant
mean or intend to express or convey have as a logical consequence denote or connote have in mind as a purpose have a specified degree of importance intend to refer to destine or designate for a certain purpose
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the act of deciding to do something the act of changing your residence or place of business a change of position that does not entail a change of location the act of changing location from one place to another (game) a player's turn to take some action permitted by the rules of the game change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically cause to move or shift into a new position or place, both in a concrete and in an abstract sense move so as to change position, perform a nontranslational motion change residence, affiliation, or place of employment follow a procedure or take a course be in a state of action go or proceed from one point to another perform an action, or work out or perform (an action) have an emotional or cognitive impact upon give an incentive for action arouse sympathy or compassion in dispose of by selling progress by being changed live one's life in a specified environment have a turn; make one's move in a game propose formally; in a debate or parliamentary meeting
the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it be in charge of, act on, or dispose of interact in a certain way act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression touch, lift, or hold with the hands handle effectively show and train
how a result is obtained or an end is achieved an instrumentality for accomplishing some end considerable capital (wealth or income) an average of n numbers computed by adding some function of the numbers and dividing by some function of n mean or intend to express or convey have as a logical consequence denote or connote have in mind as a purpose have a specified degree of importance intend to refer to destine or designate for a certain purpose
in an intellectual manner
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an impressive country house (or castle) in France
occurring by chance having or bringing good fortune presaging or likely to bring good luck
lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike open disrespect for a person or thing look down on with disdain reject with contempt
the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards) any of various measuring instruments for measuring a quantity (prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration measure with a meter stamp with a meter indicating the postage
relating to or having the characteristics of a family occurring among members of a family usually by heredity
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make or work out a plan for; devise come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort put or send forth
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any process serving to define the shape of something the act of fabricating something in a particular shape shape or influence; give direction to make something, usually for a specific function give shape or form to forming or capable of forming or molding or fashioning
a group of followers or enthusiasts the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture to travel behind, go after, come after be later in time come as a logical consequence; follow logically travel along a certain course act in accordance with someone's rules, commands, or wishes come after in time, as a result behave in accordance or in agreement with be next choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans to bring something about at a later time than imitate in behavior; take as a model follow, discover, or ascertain the course of development of something follow with the eyes or the mind be the successor (of) perform an accompaniment to keep informed to be the product or result accept and follow the leadership or command or guidance of adhere to or practice work in a specific place, with a specific subject, or in a specific function keep under surveillance follow in or as if in pursuit grasp the meaning keep to about to be mentioned or specified immediately following in time or order going or proceeding or coming after in the same direction in the desired direction
a feeling of disliking something or what someone is doing the expression of disapproval an inclination to withhold approval from some person or group the act of disapproving or condemning
deserving of contempt or scorn
liveliness and eagerness
a nonmetallic univalent element that is normally a colorless and odorless highly flammable diatomic gas; the simplest and lightest and most abundant element in the universe a unit of inductance in which an induced electromotive force of one volt is produced when the current is varied at the rate of one ampere per second the constant of proportionality relating the energy of a photon to its frequency; approximately 6.626 x 10^-34 joule-second the 8th letter of the Roman alphabet (thermodynamics) a thermodynamic quantity equal to the internal energy of a system plus the product of its volume and pressure
a university student who has not yet received a first degree
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charge against a citizen's person or property or activity for the support of government a locomotor response toward or away from an external stimulus by a motile (and usually simple) organism the surgical procedure of manually restoring a displaced body part levy a tax on set or determine the amount of (a payment such as a fine) use to the limit make a charge against or accuse
Scottish philosopher of common sense who opposed the ideas of David Hume (1710-1796)
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a person who holds extreme views
the tangible substance that goes into the makeup of a physical object miscellaneous unspecified objects informal terms for personal possessions senseless talk unspecified qualities required to do or be something information in some unspecified form a critically important or characteristic component cram into a cavity press or force obstruct overeat or eat immodestly; make a pig of oneself treat with grease, fill, and prepare for mounting fill tightly with a material fill with a stuffing while cooking
contour economically or efficiently made efficient by stripping off nonessentials designed or arranged to offer the least resistant to fluid flow
an explanation or definition of an obscure word in a text an alphabetical list of technical terms in some specialized field of knowledge; usually published as an appendix to a text on that field the property of being smooth and shiny an outward or token appearance or form that is deliberately misleading give a shine or gloss to, usually by rubbing provide interlinear explanations for words or phrases provide an interlinear translation of a word or phrase give a deceptive explanation or excuse for
one of a pair of long straps (usually connected to the bit or the headpiece) used to control a horse any means of control control and direct with or as if by reins stop or slow up one's horse or oneself by or as if by pulling the reins stop or check by or as if by a pull at the reins keep in check
release (a liquid) in drops or small quantities make apparent by one's mood or behavior
fall loosely fall suddenly and abruptly fail utterly; collapse
to an incurable degree in a manner impossible to cure
personal state of isolation and anxiety resulting from a lack of social control and regulation lack of moral standards in a society
cover with liquid before cooking strike violently and repeatedly sew together loosely, with large stitches
extremely harmful; bringing physical or financial ruin
the framework for a pair of eyeglasses a single one of a series of still transparent pictures forming a cinema, television or video film alternative names for the body of a human being (baseball) one of nine divisions of play during which each team has a turn at bat a single drawing in a comic_strip an application that divides the user's display into two or more windows that can be scrolled independently a system of assumptions and standards that sanction behavior and give it meaning the hard structure (bones and cartilages) that provides a frame for the body of an animal the internal supporting structure that gives an artifact its shape a framework that supports and protects a picture or a mirror one of the ten divisions into which bowling is divided enclose in or as if in a frame enclose in a frame, as of a picture take or catch as if in a snare or trap formulate in a particular style or language make up plans or basic details for construct by fitting or uniting parts together
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a (temporary) relief from harm or discomfort a pause from doing something (as work) an interruption in the intensity or amount of something a pause for relaxation the act of reprieving; postponing or remitting punishment postpone the punishment of a convicted criminal, such as an execution
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dip a foot or hand briefly into a liquid play in or as if in water, as of small children work with in an amateurish manner bob forward and under so as to feed off the bottom of a body of water
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the form in which a text (especially a printed book) is published all of the identical copies of something offered to the public at the same time an issue of a newspaper something a little different from others of the same type
someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime a purulent infection at the end of a finger or toe in the area surrounding the nail
lie obliquely present with a bias to incline or bend from a vertical position heel over having an oblique or slanted direction favoring one person or side over another
of or relating to a generation
the sport of skating on a skateboard ride on a flat board with rollers attached to the bottom
arrange in a container fill to capacity compress into a wad carry, as on one's back set up a committee or legislative body with one's own supporters so as to influence the outcome have with oneself; have on one's person press tightly together or cram hike with a backpack press down tightly seal with packing have the property of being packable or of compacting easily load with a pack treat the body or any part of it by wrapping it, as with blankets or sheets, and applying compresses to it, or stuffing it to provide cover, containment, or therapy, or to absorb blood filled to capacity pressed together or compressed
ligament made of metal and used to fasten things or make cages or fences etc a metal conductor that carries electricity over a distance the finishing line on a racetrack a message transmitted by telegraph provide with electrical circuits send cables, wires, or telegrams fasten with wire string on a wire equip for use with electricity
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an event (or a course of events) that will inevitably happen in the future the ultimate agency regarded as predetermining the course of events (often personified as a woman) your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)
treat, mention, or speak to rudely expressing extreme contempt
(weapons) deriving destructive energy from the release of atomic energy of or relating to or constituting the nucleus of an atom of or relating to or constituting the nucleus of a cell constituting or like a nucleus
a temporary police force
cross one's eyes as if in strabismus be cross-eyed; have a squint or strabismus partly close one's eyes, as when hit by direct blinding light having eyes half closed in order to see better
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unpleasantly
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an unjust act the practice of being unjust or unfair
a state in south central United States; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War a river that rises in the Rocky Mountains in Colorado and flows southeast through Kansas and Oklahoma and through Arkansas to become a tributary of the Mississippi River
in a repetitive manner
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either extremity of something that has length the point in time at which something ends the concluding parts of an event or occurrence the state of affairs that a plan is intended to achieve and that (when achieved) terminates behavior intended to achieve it a final part or section a final state the surface at either extremity of a three-dimensional object (football) the person who plays at one end of the line of scrimmage a boundary marking the extremities of something one of two places from which people are communicating to each other the part you are expected to play the last section of a communication a piece of cloth that is left over after the rest has been used or sold (American football) a position on the line of scrimmage have an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical bring to an end or halt be the end of; be the last or concluding part of put an end to
a chemical substance that undergoes a rapid chemical change (with the production of gas) on being heated or struck serving to explode or characterized by explosion or sudden outburst liable to lead to sudden change or violence sudden and loud
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work out undergo development or evolution gain through experience
a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one) return by a celebrity to some previously successful activity
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plausible but false based on pretense; deceptively pleasing
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(of especially persons) lacking sense or understanding or judgment
a line drawn underneath (especially under written matter) give extra weight to (a communication) draw a line or lines underneath to call attention to
(mathematics, logic) such that the arguments or roles can be interchanged capable of replacing or changing places with something else; permitting mutual substitution without loss of function or suitability
be a mystery or bewildering to be uncertain about; think about without fully understanding or being able to decide filled with bewilderment
exhaust or get tired through overuse or great strain or stress lose interest or become bored with something or somebody physically and mentally fatigued
the quality of being improbable
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look at with fixed eyes fixate one's eyes feature as the star be the star in a performance mark with an asterisk (used of eyes) open and fixed as if in fear or wonder without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers
a (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid private area in a theater or grandstand where a small group can watch the performance the quantity contained in a box a predicament from which a skillful or graceful escape is impossible a rectangular drawing evergreen shrubs or small trees any one of several designated areas on a ball field where the batter or catcher or coaches are positioned the driver's seat on a coach separate partitioned area in a public place for a few people a blow with the hand (usually on the ear) put into a box hit with the fist engage in a boxing match
affectedly dramatic; overacted
judge to be probable be or play a part of or in imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind make a mathematical calculation or computation understand (of e.g. fabric design) adorned with patterns
a musical percussion instrument; usually consists of a hollow cylinder with a membrane stretched across each end the sound of a drum a bulging cylindrical shape; hollow with flat ends a cylindrical metal container used for shipping or storage of liquids a hollow cast-iron cylinder attached to the wheel that forms part of the brakes small to medium-sized bottom-dwelling food and game fishes of shallow coastal and fresh waters that make a drumming noise make a rhythmic sound play a percussion instrument study intensively, as before an exam
not shrinking from danger
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an ethnic quality or affiliation resulting from racial or cultural ties
increase the likelihood of invite someone to one's house give rise to a desire by being attractive or inviting ask someone in a friendly way to do something have as a guest ask to enter request the participation or presence of express willingness to have in one's home or environs
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a substance that is used as a medicine or narcotic administer a drug to use recreational drugs
the most common computer memory which can be used by programs to perform necessary tasks while the computer is on; an integrated circuit memory chip allows information to be stored or accessed in any order and all storage locations are equally accessible (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Aries the first sign of the zodiac which the sun enters at the vernal equinox; the sun is in this sign from about March 21 to April 19 a tool for driving or forcing something by impact uncastrated adult male sheep strike or drive against with a heavy impact force into or from an action or state, either physically or metaphorically undergo damage or destruction on impact crowd or pack to capacity
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a diagram or picture illustrating textual material alternative names for the body of a human being one of the elements that collectively form a system of numeration a model of a bodily form (especially of a person) a well-known or notable person a combination of points and lines and planes that form a visible palpable shape an amount of money expressed numerically the impression produced by a person the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals language used in a figurative or nonliteral sense a unitary percept having structure and coherence that is the object of attention and that stands out against a ground a decorative or artistic work a predetermined set of movements in dancing or skating judge to be probable be or play a part of or in imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind make a mathematical calculation or computation understand
a playing card in the suit that has been declared trumps (card games) the suit that has been declared to rank above all other suits for the duration of the hand a brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; has a narrow tube and a flared bell and is played by means of valves produce a sound as if from a trumpet get the better of play a trump proclaim or announce with or as if with a fanfare
a short light gust of air a light inflated pastry or puff shell exaggerated praise (as for promotional purposes) bedding made of two layers of cloth filled with stuffing and stitched together a soft spherical object made from fluffy fibers; for applying powder to the skin thick cushion used as a seat a slow inhalation (as of tobacco smoke) forceful exhalation through the nose or mouth smoke and exhale strongly suck in or take (air) breathe noisily, as when one is exhausted make proud or conceited praise extravagantly speak in a blustering or scornful manner to swell or cause to enlarge, "Her faced puffed up from the drugs" blow hard and loudly gathered for protruding fullness
the locus of feelings and intuitions the hollow muscular organ located behind the sternum and between the lungs; its rhythmic contractions move the blood through the body the courage to carry on an area that is approximately central within some larger region the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience an inclination or tendency of a certain kind a plane figure with rounded sides curving inward at the top and intersecting at the bottom; conventionally used on playing cards and valentines a firm rather dry variety meat (usually beef or veal) a positive feeling of liking a playing card in the major suit that has one or more red hearts on it
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a colloquial expression for invitation increase the likelihood of invite someone to one's house give rise to a desire by being attractive or inviting ask someone in a friendly way to do something have as a guest ask to enter request the participation or presence of express willingness to have in one's home or environs
with strength or in a strong manner in a powerful manner
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an odorless very poisonous gas that is a product of incomplete combustion of carbon a hard ferromagnetic silver-white bivalent or trivalent metallic element; a trace element in plant and animal nutrition one who refuses to serve in the armed forces on grounds of conscience a state in west central United States in the Rocky Mountains
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay) someone who originates or causes or initiates something be the author of
a common nonmetallic element belonging to the halogens; best known as a heavy yellow irritating toxic gas; used to purify water and as a bleaching agent and disinfectant; occurs naturally only as a salt (as in sea water) a metric unit of volume equal to one hundredth of a liter being ten more than one hundred forty
a white metallic element that burns with a brilliant light; the fifth most abundant element in the earth's crust; an important component of most plants and animals a state in the western United States on the Pacific; the 3rd largest state; known for earthquakes
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a soft bluish-white ductile malleable toxic bivalent metallic element; occurs in association with zinc ores the basic unit of luminous intensity adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites; equal to 1/60 of the luminous intensity per square centimeter of a black body radiating at the temperature of 2,046 degrees Kelvin a debt instrument issued by a bank; usually pays interest a digitally encoded recording on an optical disk that is smaller than a phonograph record; played back by a laser being one hundred more than three hundred
move or draw apart have no limits as a mathematical series extend in a different direction be at variance with; be out of line with
in a rhetorically stylistic manner
make by hand and with much skill
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a hard brittle multivalent metallic element; resistant to corrosion and tarnishing
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a social class comprising those who do manual labor or work for wages productive work (especially physical work done for wages) concluding state of pregnancy; from the onset of contractions to the birth of a child an organized attempt by workers to improve their status by united action (particularly via labor unions) or the leaders of this movement a political party formed in Great Britain in 1900; characterized by the promotion of labor's interests and formerly the socialization of key industries the federal department responsible for promoting the working conditions of wage earners in the United States; created in 1913 any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted strive and make an effort to reach a goal work hard undergo the efforts of childbirth
a university student who has not yet received a first degree
fishing with a hook and line (and usually a pole) move or proceed at an angle to incline or bend from a vertical position seek indirectly fish with a hook present with a bias
a word that expresses an attribute of something the word class that qualifies nouns of or relating to or functioning as an adjective relating to court practice and procedure as opposed to the principles of law
supply the force or power for the functioning of (often used in combination) having or using or propelled by means of power or power of a specified kind
the path followed by an object moving through space
the chief official in charge of a prison
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leisure time away from work devoted to rest or pleasure a day on which work is suspended by law or custom spend or take a vacation
to cause someone to lose clear vision, especially from intense light amaze or bewilder, as with brilliant wit or intellect or skill amazingly impressive; suggestive of the flashing of lightning shining intensely
a hussar's jacket worn over the shoulders a woman's cloak with dolman sleeves
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United States architect (born in Estonia) (1901-1974)
the act of making a choice decree or ordain determine by choice leave or give by will after one's death disposed or inclined toward not brought about by coercion or force
heighten or intensify make lively
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put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose convert (from an investment trust to a unit trust)
any materials unused and rejected as worthless or unwanted useless or profitless activity; using or expending or consuming thoughtlessly or carelessly the trait of wasting resources an uninhabited wilderness that is worthless for cultivation (law) reduction in the value of an estate caused by act or neglect spend thoughtlessly; throw away use inefficiently or inappropriately get rid of run off as waste get rid of (someone who may be a threat) by killing spend extravagantly lose vigor, health, or flesh, as through grief cause to grow thin or weak cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly become physically weaker located in a dismal or remote area; desolate
any heavy material used to stabilize a ship or airship coarse gravel laid to form a bed for streets and railroads an attribute that tends to give stability in character and morals; something that steadies the mind or feelings a resistor inserted into a circuit to compensate for changes (as those arising from temperature fluctuations) an electrical device for starting and regulating fluorescent and discharge lamps make steady with a ballast
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a very intense and uncontrolled fire
someone who practices homosexuality; having a sexual attraction to persons of the same sex sexually attracted to members of your own sex
a military training exercise a plan for attaining a particular goal a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill a move made to gain a tactical end an action aimed at evading an opponent direct the course; determine the direction of travelling act in order to achieve a certain goal perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense
the state of cohering or sticking together logical and orderly and consistent relation of parts
income (at invoice values) received for goods and services over some given period of time a particular instance of selling the general activity of selling an occasion (usually brief) for buying at specially reduced prices the state of being purchasable; offered or exhibited for selling an agreement (or contract) in which property is transferred from the seller (vendor) to the buyer (vendee) for a fixed price in money (paid or agreed to be paid by the buyer)
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evoking or deserving hatred characterized by malice
photographs or other visual representations in a printed publication the drawings and photographs in the layout of a book an image that is generated by a computer
a policeman who patrols a given region
live unhurriedly, irresponsibly, or freely coast in a vehicle using the freewheel free of restraints or rules cheerfully irresponsible
a parliamentary monarchy in southwestern Europe on the Iberian Peninsula; a former colonial power
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an acronym for light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation; an optical device that produces an intense monochromatic beam of coherent light
given to excessive indulgence in sexual activity
a crafty and involved plot to achieve your (usually sinister) ends
a mental impression retained and recalled from the past the process of remembering (especially the process of recovering information by mental effort)
making claim to or creating an appearance of (often undeserved) importance or distinction intended to attract notice and impress others (of a display) tawdry or vulgar
a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement to draw back the lips and reveal the teeth, in a smile, grimace, or snarl
the use of dubious (although not technically illegal) methods to win a game
formally making a person known to another or to the public a brief introductory passage to a piece of popular music
a coming to an end of a contract period euphemistic expressions for death the act of expelling air from the lungs
of or relating to voyeurs or voyeurism
arrange the outcome of by means of deceit manipulate in a fraudulent manner connect or secure to equip with sails or masts fitted or equipped with necessary rigging (sails and shrouds and stays etc)
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(used of opinions and actions) far beyond the norm
the act of discovering something something that is discovered a productive insight (law) compulsory pretrial disclosure of documents relevant to a case; enables one side in a litigation to elicit information from the other side concerning the facts in the case
a mixture of seasoned ingredients used to stuff meats and vegetables padding put in mattresses and cushions and upholstered furniture cram into a cavity press or force obstruct overeat or eat immodestly; make a pig of oneself treat with grease, fill, and prepare for mounting fill tightly with a material fill with a stuffing while cooking
(art) the branch of philosophy dealing with beauty and taste (emphasizing the evaluative criteria that are applied to art) (philosophy) a philosophical theory as to what is beautiful
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fully developed or matured and ready to be eaten or used fully prepared or eager most suitable or right for a particular purpose at the highest point of development especially in judgment or knowledge far along in time
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the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one more than 130 southeastern Virgin Islands; a dependent territory of the United States denoting a quantity consisting of six items or units
in an insane manner (used as intensives) extremely
a person who drinks alcohol to excess habitually produced or growing in extreme abundance characterized by extravagance and profusion full of juice
in a surprising manner in an amazing manner; to everyone's surprise
major items of military weaponry (as tanks or missile) instrumentalities (tools or implements) made of metal (computer science) the mechanical, magnetic, electronic, and electrical components making up a computer system
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
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extramarital sex that willfully and maliciously interferes with marriage relations
the adult male singing voice above baritone the pitch range of the highest male voice an adult male with a tenor voice a settled or prevailing or habitual course of a person's life the general meaning or substance of an utterance (of a musical instrument) intermediate between alto and baritone or bass of or close in range to the highest natural adult male voice
be seated be around, often idly or without specific purpose take a seat be in session assume a posture as for artistic purposes sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions be located or situated somewhere work or act as a baby-sitter; I have too much homework to do" show to a seat; assign a seat for serve in a specific professional capacity
an insane person a reckless impetuous irresponsible person insane and believed to be affected by the phases of the moon
without forgiveness; in an unforgiving manner
a drumbeat or bugle call that signals the military to return to their quarters a design on the skin made by tattooing the practice of making a design on the skin by pricking and staining stain (skin) with indelible color
intended to attract notice and impress others (of a display) tawdry or vulgar
a radical who employs terror as a political weapon; usually organizes with other terrorists in small cells; often uses religion as a cover for terrorist activities
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a light touch or stroke a small quantity of something moist or liquid apply (usually a liquid) to a surface hit lightly
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to manufacture sections of (a building), especially in a factory, so that they can be easily transported to and rapidly assembled on a building site of buildings produce synthetically, artificially, or stereotypically and unoriginally
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the act that results in something coming to be make out of components (often in an improvising manner)
pass time in a specific way pay out spend completely
a relationship between two lovers an exciting and mysterious quality (as of a heroic time or adventure) the group of languages derived from Latin a story dealing with love a novel dealing with idealized events remote from everyday life make amorous advances towards have a love affair with talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions tell romantic or exaggerated lies relating to languages derived from Latin
(New Testament) disciple of Jesus; traditionally considered to be the author of the first Gospel one of the Gospels in the New Testament; includes the Sermon on the Mount
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characterized by extreme care and great effort
the calculated use of violence (or the threat of violence) against civilians in order to attain goals that are political or religious or ideological in nature; this is done through intimidation or coercion or instilling fear
look at with a fixed gaze be sharply reflected shine intensely shining intensely conspicuously and outrageously bad or reprehensible
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be in conflict go against, as of rules and laws in disagreement on bad terms
any of various aromatic resinous substances used for healing and soothing semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation
round object that is hit or thrown or kicked in games a solid projectile that is shot by a musket an object with a spherical shape the people assembled at a lavish formal dance one of the two male reproductive glands that produce spermatozoa and secrete androgens a spherical object used as a plaything United States comedienne best known as the star of a popular television program (1911-1989) a compact mass a lavish dance requiring formal attire a more or less rounded anatomical body or mass the game of baseball a pitch that is not in the strike zone form into a ball by winding or rolling
the area on a billiard table behind the balkline something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress one of several parallel sloping beams that support a roof an illegal pitching motion while runners are on base refuse to comply
French soldier and writer whose descriptions of sexual perversion gave rise to the term `sadism' (1740-1814)
in an emotional manner with regard to emotions
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call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) deduce (a principle) or construe (a meaning) derive by reason
a large bundle bound for storage or transport a city in northwestern Switzerland make into a bale
a single serving of a beverage the act of drinking alcoholic beverages to excess any liquid suitable for drinking any large deep body of water the act of swallowing take in liquids consume alcohol propose a toast to be fascinated or spell-bound by; pay close attention to drink excessive amounts of alcohol; be an alcoholic
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with regard to a nation taken as a whole extending throughout an entire nation
so as to arouse or deserve laughter
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someone who believes and helps to spread the doctrine of another
extend in one or more directions become larger in size or volume or quantity make bigger or wider in size, volume, or quantity grow vigorously exaggerate or make bigger add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing expand the influence of
in a cheerful manner in an enjoyable manner
lacking in correct logical relation lacking orderly continuity
deficient in originality or creativity; lacking powers of invention
kill intentionally and with premeditation not in operation or operational below a satisfactory level (of events) no longer planned or scheduled in an unpalatable state not performing or scheduled for duties from a particular thing or place or position (`forth' is obsolete) at a distance in space or time no longer on or in contact or attached
cause to be interested or curious to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe attract; cause to be enamored
a long difficult walk walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud
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any material used for its color a race with skin pigmentation different from the white race (especially Blacks) (physics) the characteristic of quarks that determines their role in the strong interaction interest and variety and intensity the timbre of a musical sound a visual attribute of things that results from the light they emit or transmit or reflect an outward or token appearance or form that is deliberately misleading the appearance of objects (or light sources) described in terms of a person's perception of their hue and lightness (or brightness) and saturation modify or bias decorate with colors give a deceptive explanation or excuse for affect as in thought or feeling add color to change color, often in an undesired manner having or capable of producing colors
a preparation (usually made of sweetened chicle) for chewing the tissue (covered by mucous membrane) of the jaws that surrounds the bases of the teeth any of various substances (soluble in water) that exude from certain plants; they are gelatinous when moist but harden on drying cement consisting of a sticky substance that is used as an adhesive wood or lumber from any of various gum trees especially the sweet gum any of various trees of the genera Eucalyptus or Liquidambar or Nyssa that are sources of gum cover, fill, fix or smear with or as if with gum grind with the gums; chew without teeth and with great difficulty become sticky exude or form gum
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treat, mention, or speak to rudely
a perceptual structure a customary way of operation or behavior a decorative or artistic work something regarded as a normative example a model considered worthy of imitation something intended as a guide for making something else the path that is prescribed for an airplane that is preparing to land at an airport graphical representation (in polar or Cartesian coordinates) of the spatial distribution of radiation from an antenna as a function of angle plan or create according to a model or models form a pattern
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an authoritative direction or instruction to do something a military unit or region under the control of a single officer the power or authority to command availability for use a position of highest authority great skillfulness and knowledge of some subject or activity (computer science) a line of code written as part of a computer program be in command of make someone do something demand as one's due look down on exercise authoritative control or power over
showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others
informal terms for money burrowing marine mollusk living on sand or mud; the shell closes with viselike firmness a piece of paper money worth one dollar flesh of either hard-shell or soft-shell clams gather clams, by digging in the sand by the ocean
the audible part of a transmitted signal an audible acoustic wave frequency a recording of acoustic signals the sound elements of television
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an illustration that is drawn by hand and published in a book, magazine, or newspaper a representation of forms or objects on a surface by means of lines the creation of artistic pictures or diagrams players buy (or are given) chances and prizes are distributed by casting lots act of getting or draining something such as electricity or a liquid from a source the act of moving a load by drawing or pulling cause to move by pulling get or derive make a mark or lines on a surface make, formulate, or derive in the mind bring, take, or pull out of a container or from under a cover represent by making a drawing of, as with a pencil, chalk, etc. on a surface take liquid out of a container or well give a description of select or take in from a given group or region elicit responses, such as objections, criticism, applause, etc. suck in or take (air) move or go steadily or gradually remove (a commodity) from (a supply source) choose at random earn or achieve a base by being walked by the pitcher bring or lead someone to a certain action or condition cause to flow write a legal document or paper engage in drawing move or pull so as to cover or uncover something allow a draft require a specified depth for floating pull (a person) apart with four horses tied to his extremities, so as to execute him cause to move in a certain direction by exerting a force upon, either physically or in an abstract sense take in, also metaphorically direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes thread on or as if on a string stretch back a bowstring (on an archer's bow) pass over, across, or through finish a game with an equal number of points, goals, etc. contract reduce the diameter of (a wire or metal rod) by pulling it through a die steep; pass through a strainer remove the entrails of flatten, stretch, or mold metal or glass, by rolling or by pulling it through a die or by stretching cause to localize at one point
a submerged ridge of rock or coral near the surface of the water a rocky region in the southern Transvaal in northeastern South Africa; contains rich gold deposits and coal and manganese one of several strips across a sail that can be taken in or rolled up to lessen the area of the sail that is exposed to the wind lower and bring partially inboard roll up (a portion of a sail) in order to reduce its area reduce (a sail) by taking in a reef
having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured exercising or taking care great enough to bring assurance certain to occur; destined or inevitable physically secure or dependable reliable in operation or effect (of persons) worthy of trust or confidence infallible or unfailing certain not to fail impossible to doubt or dispute
so celebrated as to having taken on the nature of a legend celebrated in fable or legend
a chronic inflammatory collagen disease affecting connective tissue (skin or joints) (comparative of `little' usually used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning not as great in amount or degree (usually preceded by `no') lower in quality (nonstandard in some uses but often idiomatic with measure phrases) fewer used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs comparative of little
a particular point in time an indefinitely short time at this time having important effects or influence a turning force produced by an object acting at a distance (or a measure of that force) the n-th moment of a distribution is the expected value of the n-th power of the deviations from a fixed value
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apartment consisting of a series of connected rooms used as a living unit (as in a hotel) an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling space for movement opportunity for the people who are present in a room live and take one's meals at or in
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United States feminist (1885-1977) (New Testament) a Christian missionary to the Gentiles; author of several Epistles in the New Testament; even though Paul was not present at the Last Supper he is considered an Apostle
cement consisting of a sticky substance that is used as an adhesive join or attach with or as if with glue be fixed as if by glue
an aimless amble on a winding course continue talking or writing in a desultory manner move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment
a person with special knowledge or ability who performs skillfully having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude of or relating to or requiring special knowledge to be understood
an intricate network suggesting something that was formed by weaving or interweaving an intricate trap that entangles or ensnares its victim the flattened weblike part of a feather consisting of a series of barbs on either side of the shaft an interconnected system of things or people computer network consisting of a collection of internet sites that offer text and graphics and sound and animation resources through the hypertext transfer protocol a fabric (especially a fabric in the process of being woven) membrane connecting the toes of some aquatic birds and mammals construct or form a web, as if by weaving
willing to give and share unstintingly not petty in character and mind more than adequate
any plant of the genus Hibiscus
not conducive to commercial success
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puffed up with vanity characterized by pomp and ceremony and stately display
a common cyst of the skin; filled with fatty matter (sebum) that is secreted by a sebaceous gland that has been blocked
transmitting light; able to be seen through with clarity so thin as to transmit light free of deceit easily understood or seen through (because of a lack of subtlety)
someone who spins (who twists fibers into threads) board game equipment that consists of a dial and an arrow that is spun to determine the next move in the game fisherman's lure; revolves when drawn through the water
the act of apprehending (especially apprehending a criminal) the state of inactivity following an interruption take into custody hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of attract and fix cause to stop
harvester that heads and threshes and cleans grain while moving across the field a consortium of independent organizations formed to limit competition by controlling the production and distribution of a product or service an occurrence that results in things being united have or possess in combination put or add together combine so as to form a whole; mix add together from different sources join for a common purpose or in a common action gather in a mass, sum, or whole mix together different elements
sever or remove by pinching or snipping run at a moderately swift pace attach with a clip cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of terminate or abbreviate before its intended or proper end or its full extent cut or trimmed by clipping (of speech) having quick short sounds
a long narrow opening a narrow opening a long narrow depression in a surface a sudden sharp noise a chance to do something witty remark a blemish resulting from a break without complete separation of the parts a purified and potent form of cocaine that is smoked rather than snorted; highly addictive a usually brief attempt the act of cracking something become fractured; break or crack on the surface only make a very sharp explosive sound make a sharp sound hit forcefully; deal a hard blow, making a cracking noise pass through (a barrier) break partially but keep its integrity break suddenly and abruptly, as under tension gain unauthorized access computers with malicious intentions suffer a nervous breakdown tell spontaneously cause to become cracked reduce (petroleum) to a simpler compound by cracking break into simpler molecules by means of heat of the highest quality
having unnatural mannerisms
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characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance unproductive of success
a monarchy in northwestern Europe occupying most of the British Isles; divided into England and Scotland and Wales and Northern Ireland; `Great Britain' is often used loosely to refer to the United Kingdom
cause to fluctuate or move in a wavelike pattern move or sway in a rising and falling or wavelike pattern be unstable having unpredictable ups and downs
increase in size, volume or significance to enlarge beyond bounds or the truth make large
guilt as an accomplice in a crime or offense
examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition make an examination or investigation be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits stop for a moment, as if out of uncertainty or caution put a check mark on or near or next to slow the growth or development of be verified or confirmed; pass inspection be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics block or impede (a player from the opposing team) in ice hockey develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control consign for shipment on a vehicle hand over something to somebody as for temporary safekeeping abandon the intended prey, turn, and pursue an inferior prey stop in a chase especially when scent is lost mark into squares or draw squares on; draw crossed lines on decline to initiate betting hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of place into check write out a check on a bank account find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort verify by consulting a source or authority arrest the motion (of something) abruptly make cracks or chinks in become fractured; break or crack on the surface only
aggravation by deriding or mocking or criticizing harass with persistent criticism or carping
a small being, human in form, playful and having magical powers offensive term for an openly homosexual man
the act of pausing uncertainly be unsure or weak move hesitatingly, as if about to give way walk unsteadily speak haltingly
a small conspicuous constellation in the southern hemisphere in the Milky Way near Centaurus the most important point
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not capable of persuading
wear away by rubbing cause friction worn away or tattered along the edges
the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one a team that plays basketball a playing card or a domino or a die whose upward face shows five pips being one more than four
in working order
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a monarchy in northwestern Europe; headquarters for the European Union and for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization
the greatest possible degree of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity highest in extent or degree (comparatives of `far') most remote in space or time or order
able to be passed or traversed or crossed about average; acceptable
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open to doubt or debate open to argument or debate capable of being disproved
a thin crisp slice of potato fried in deep fat make wrinkles or creases on a smooth surface; make a pressed, folded or wrinkled line in make brown and crisp by heating (of something seen or heard) clearly defined tender and brittle pleasantly cold and invigorating pleasingly firm and fresh (of hair) in small tight curls brief and to the point; effectively cut short; `yes'"
the bulb of an onion plant bulbous plant having hollow leaves cultivated worldwide for its rounded edible bulb an aromatic flavorful vegetable
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the intolerance and prejudice of a bigot
get ready for something difficult or unpleasant
an artful or simulated semblance
spread thickly
desire strongly or persistently have a desire for something or someone who is not present have affection for; feel tenderness for
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killing by depriving of oxygen the condition of being deprived of oxygen (as by having breathing stopped)
move back and forth very rapidly shine unsteadily flash intermittently shining unsteadily
catch up with and possibly overtake travel past overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuli
enter or assume a certain state or condition undergo a change or development come into existence enhance the appearance of
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lacking practical experience or training
a medicine or therapy that cures disease or relieve pain tending to cure or restore to health relating to or involved in therapy
obtain win something through one's efforts derive a benefit from reach a destination, either real or abstract obtain advantages, such as points, etc. rise in rate or price increase or develop earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages increase (one's body weight)
adroitness and cleverness in reply
follow, discover, or ascertain the course of development of something make a mark or lines on a surface to go back over again pursue or chase relentlessly discover traces of make one's course or travel along a path; travel or pass over, around, or along copy by following the lines of the original drawing on a transparent sheet placed upon it; make a tracing of read with difficulty
the movement of a read/write head to a specific data track on a disk try to get or reach try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of make an effort or attempt go to or towards inquire for
low or inferior in station or quality inferior in rank or status used of unskilled work (especially domestic work) of low birth or station (`base' is archaic in this sense)
film that has been shot a rate of charging by the linear foot of work done
render verbally, "recite a poem" make into fiction to say, state, or perform again
a criminal who takes property belonging to someone else with the intention of keeping it or selling it
a person (such as an author) of enduring fame any supernatural being worshipped as controlling some part of the world or some aspect of life or who is the personification of a force not subject to death
marked by skill in deception
a sport that involves exercises intended to display strength and balance and agility
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a reflex that closes and opens the eyes rapidly signal by winking gleam or glow intermittently briefly shut the eyes force to go away by blinking closing the eyes intermittently and rapidly
a document listing the alternatives that is used in voting a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative vote by ballot
a humming noise the act of singing with closed lips sing with closed lips be noisy with activity sound with a monotonous hum make a low continuous sound
the state or quality of being recognized or acknowledged the process of recognizing something or someone by remembering approval coming to understand something clearly and distinctly (biology) the ability of one molecule to attach to another molecule that has a complementary shape the explicit and formal acknowledgement of a government or of the national independence of a country an acceptance (as of a claim) as true and valid designation by the chair granting a person the right to speak in a deliberative body
showing a seam morally degraded
an advocate of Darwinism of or relating to Charles Darwin's theory of organic evolution
the world of commercial activity where goods and services are bought and sold the customers for a particular product or service a marketplace where groceries are sold the securities markets in the aggregate an area in a town where a public mercantile establishment is set up engage in the commercial promotion, sale, or distribution of buy household supplies deal in a market make commercial
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the cardinal number that is the product of ten and six
a slight surface cut (especially a notch that is made to keep a tally) whiskey distilled in Scotland; especially whiskey made from malted barley in a pot still hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of make a small cut or score into
ride on a plank move up and down as if on a seesaw move unsteadily, with a rocking motion
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an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open
stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening refrain from doing something refrain from certain foods or beverages declare invalid
a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune a state of danger involving risk a venture undertaken without regard to possible loss or injury pose a threat to; present a danger to put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult position
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something that remunerates
suffer great pains or distress cause emotional anguish or make miserable experiencing intense pain especially mental pain
referring or pointing to something
the federal department responsible for maintaining a national energy policy of the United States; created in 1977 mature female of mammals of which the male is called `buck' engage in carry out or perform an action get (something) done proceed or get along give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity create or design, often in a certain way behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself spend time in prison or in a labor camp carry on or function arrange attractively travel or traverse (a distance)
a strong feeling or emotion the trait of being intensely emotional something that is desired intensely an irrational but irresistible motive for a belief or action a feeling of strong sexual desire any object of warm affection or devotion;  the suffering of Jesus at the Crucifixion
soft creamy candy tamper, with the purpose of deception avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)
a barrier consisting of a horizontal bar and supports material for making rails or rails collectively complain bitterly enclose with rails provide with rails separate with a railing convey (goods etc.) by rails travel by rail or train lay with rails fish with a handline over the rails of a boat spread negative information about criticize severely
any of various highly prized edible subterranean fungi of the genus Tuber; grow naturally in southwestern Europe edible subterranean fungus of the genus Tuber creamy chocolate candy
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indistinct or hazy in outline
make a compromise; arrive at a compromise; we all must compromise" settle by concession expose or make liable to danger, suspicion, or disrepute making or willing to make concessions vulnerable to danger especially of discredit or suspicion
derive a benefit from be beneficial for
having characteristics of the stage especially an artificial and mannered quality
having strong sexual appeal (of a woman's body) having a large bosom and pleasing curves displaying luxury and furnishing gratification to the senses
a temporally organized plan for matters to be attended to an ordered list of times at which things are planned to occur plan for an activity or event make a schedule; plan the time and place for events
pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives
a female member of a royal family other than the queen (especially the daughter of a sovereign)
without question without question and beyond doubt
someone who engages in surfboarding
seed of a pea plant used for food the fruit or seed of a pea plant a leguminous plant of the genus Pisum with small white flowers and long green pods containing edible green seeds
the force applied to a unit area of surface; measured in pascals (SI unit) or in dynes (cgs unit) a force that compels the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure the state of demanding notice or attention the somatic sensation that results from applying force to an area of skin an oppressive condition of physical or mental or social or economic distress the pressure exerted by the atmosphere to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means :"She forced him to take a job in the city" exert pressure on someone through threats
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all of the offspring of a given progenitor all future generations
any address at which you dwell more than temporarily the official house or establishment of an important person (as a sovereign or president) the act of dwelling in a place a large and imposing house
(mathematics) a number of the form a+bi where a and b are real numbers and i is the square root of -1 not based on fact; unreal
offensively malodorous
in a cold unemotional manner
uncomplimentary terms for a policeman take by theft take into custody
any distinct time period in a sequence of events a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process a large platform on which people can stand and can be seen by an audience the theater as a profession (usually `the stage') a large coach-and-four formerly used to carry passengers and mail on regular routes between towns a section or portion of a journey or course any scene regarded as a setting for exhibiting or doing something a small platform on a microscope where the specimen is mounted for examination perform (a play), especially on a stage plan, organize, and carry out (an event)
obtain win something through one's efforts derive a benefit from reach a destination, either real or abstract obtain advantages, such as points, etc. rise in rate or price increase or develop earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages increase (one's body weight)
plants with sword-shaped leaves and erect stalks bearing bright-colored flowers composed of three petals and three drooping sepals muscular diaphragm that controls the size of the pupil which in turn controls the amount of light that enters the eye; it forms the colored portion of the eye diaphragm consisting of thin overlapping plates that can be adjusted to change the diameter of a central opening
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a manner of living that reflects the person's values and attitudes
inquire about make a request or demand for something to somebody direct or put; seek an answer to consider obligatory; request and expect address a question to and expect an answer from require as useful, just, or proper require or ask for as a price or condition
shine brighter than attract more attention and praise than others
provide with computers store in a computer control a function, process, or creation by a computer
look at with fixed eyes
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serve oneself to, or consume regularly take up mentally
be worthy or deserving properly deserved
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run faster than
a small hard fruit a mature fertilized plant ovule consisting of an embryo and its food source and having a protective coat or testa one of the outstanding players in a tournament anything that provides inspiration for later work the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract go to seed; shed seeds help (an enterprise) in its early stages of development by providing seed money bear seeds place (seeds) in or on the ground for future growth distribute (players or teams) so that outstanding teams or players will not meet in the early rounds sprinkle with silver iodide particles to disperse and cause rain inoculate with microorganisms remove the seeds from
the sound made by something moving rapidly or by steam coming out of a small aperture the act of signalling (e.g., summoning) by whistling or blowing a whistle a small wind instrument that produces a whistling sound by blowing into it acoustic device that forces air or steam against an edge or into a cavity and so produces a loud shrill sound an inexpensive fipple flute make whistling sounds move with, or as with, a whistling sound utter or express by whistling move, send, or bring as if by whistling make a whining, ringing, or whistling sound give a signal by whistling
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a natural talent distinctive and stylish elegance a shape that spreads outward
a film or TV program presenting the facts about a person or event relating to or consisting of or derived from documents emphasizing or expressing things as perceived without distortion of personal feelings, insertion of fictional matter, or interpretation
a person responsible for the administration of a business persons who administer the law someone who manages a government agency or department
a man-made object taken as a whole
place into the hands or custody of guide or conduct or usher somewhere
the literary culture scholarly attainment a written message addressed to a person or organization the conventional characters of the alphabet used to represent speech owner who lets another person use something (housing usually) for hire a strictly literal interpretation (as distinct from the intention) an award earned by participation in a school sport win an athletic letter set down or print with letters mark letters on or mark with letters
lacking beauty or charm lacking power to arouse interest not appealing to the senses
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give a thrashing to; beat hard move like a flail; thresh about
the trait of sincere and steadfast fixity of purpose the act of binding yourself (intellectually or emotionally) to a course of action an engagement by contract involving financial obligation a message that makes a pledge the official act of consigning a person to confinement (as in a prison or mental hospital)
the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on a pompous fool hardy and sure-footed animal smaller and with longer ears than the horse slang for sexual intercourse evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of charge (a person or a property) with a payment, such as a tax or a fine set or determine the amount of (a payment such as a fine) estimate the value of (property) for taxation
arouse hostility or indifference in where there had formerly been love, affection, or friendliness discontented as toward authority
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foster the growth of prepare for crops teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment adapt (a wild plant or unclaimed land) to the environment (of land or fields) prepared for raising crops by plowing or fertilizing no longer in the natural state; developed by human care and for human use marked by refinement in taste and manners
a partly sheltered anchorage an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation a way or means to achieve something
a small pond of standing water being nothing more than specified apart from anything else; without additions or modifications
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external sex organ an enlisted man of the lowest rank in the Army or Marines
any thick, viscous matter fecal matter of animals remove muck, clear away muck, as in a mine spread manure, as for fertilization soil with mud, muck, or mire
a person's partner in marriage
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an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others an inclination to do something a characteristic likelihood of or natural disposition toward a certain condition or character or effect a general direction in which something tends to move
structures collectively in which people are housed a protective cover designed to contain or support a mechanical component stable gear consisting of a decorated covering for a horse, especially (formerly) for a warhorse contain or cover provide housing for
the act of pairing a male and female for reproductive purposes the act of grouping things or people in pairs form a pair or pairs bring two objects, ideas, or people together occur in pairs arrange in pairs engage in sexual intercourse
spots before the eyes caused by opaque cell fragments in the vitreous humor and lens a point located with respect to surface features of some region a short section or illustration (as between radio or tv programs or in a magazine) that is often used for advertising an outstanding characteristic a blemish made by dirt a small contrasting part of something a section of an entertainment that is assigned to a specific performer or performance a business establishment for entertainment a job in an organization a slight attack of illness a small piece or quantity of something a mark on a die or on a playing card (shape depending on the suit) a lamp that produces a strong beam of light to illuminate a restricted area; used to focus attention of a stage performer a playing card with a specified number of pips on it to indicate its value an act that brings discredit to the person who does it catch sight of detect with the senses mar or impair with a flaw make a spot or mark onto become spotted mark with a spot or spots so as to allow easy recognition
informal or slang terms for mentally irregular
a lump on the body caused by a blow something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings an impact (as from a collision) knock against with force or violence come upon, as if by accident; meet with dance erotically or dance with the pelvis thrust forward assign to a lower position; reduce in rank remove or force from a position of dwelling previously occupied
to stimulate to action move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm excited by sudden surprise or alarm and making a quick involuntary movement
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the feeling that accompanies an experience of being thwarted in attaining your goals an act of hindering someone's plans or efforts a feeling of annoyance at being hindered or criticized
rub with sandpaper
any opinions or doctrines at variance with the official or orthodox position a belief that rejects the orthodox tenets of a religion
move deeply to cause inconvenience or discomfort to disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed take the trouble to do something; concern oneself cause bodily suffering to and make sick or indisposed causing distress or worry or anxiety
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teach doctrines to; teach uncritically
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as might be expected according to nature; by natural means; without artificial help through inherent nature in a natural or normal manner
recurring with measured regularity
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the feeling you have when you are satisfied with yourself
the act of giving an account describing incidents or a course of events a fine cord of twisted fibers (of cotton or silk or wool or nylon etc.) used in sewing and weaving tell or spin a yarn
the complete mismanagement or mishandling of a situation
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the act of delivering or distributing something (as goods or mail) the event of giving birth your characteristic style or manner of expressing yourself orally the voluntary transfer of something (title or possession) from one party to another (baseball) the act of throwing a baseball by a pitcher to a batter recovery or preservation from loss or danger the act of delivering a child
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the act of constructing something a group of words that form a constituent of a sentence and are considered as a single unit the creation of a construct; the process of combining ideas into a congruous object of thought a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts drawing a figure satisfying certain conditions as part of solving a problem or proving a theorem an interpretation of a text or action the commercial activity involved in repairing old structures or constructing new ones
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of make mention of observe with care or pay close attention to watch attentively show respect towards behave as expected during of holidays or rites follow with the eyes or the mind stick to correctly or closely conform one's action or practice to
deliver (a speech, oration, or idea) bring to a destination, make a delivery to surrender someone or something to another free from harm or evil hand over to the authorities of another country pass down utter (an exclamation, noise, etc.) save from sins carry out or perform relinquish possession or control over throw or hurl from the mound to the batter, as in baseball cause to be born
(Greek mythology) Greek god of light; god of prophecy and poetry and music and healing; son of Zeus and Leto; twin brother of Artemis
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the total number counted the act of counting; reciting numbers in ascending order a nobleman (in various countries) having rank equal to a British earl determine the number or amount of have weight; have import, carry weight show consideration for; take into account name or recite the numbers in ascending order put into a group include as if by counting have a certain value or carry a certain weight have faith or confidence in take account of
a man who is a stupid incompetent fool male donkey
throw or toss with a light motion lightly throw to see which side comes up throw carelessly move or stir about violently throw or cast away agitate
in a wretched manner
a point located with respect to surface features of some region any area set aside for a particular purpose an abstract mental location a general vicinity the post or function properly or customarily occupied or served by another a particular situation where you live at a particular time a job in an organization the particular portion of space occupied by something proper or designated social situation a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane) the passage that is being read proper or appropriate position or location a public square with room for pedestrians an item on a list or in a sequence a blank area put into a certain place or abstract location place somebody in a particular situation or location assign a rank or rating to assign a location to to arrange for take a place in a competition; often followed by an ordinal intend (something) to move towards a certain goal recognize as being; establish the identity of someone or something assign to (a job or a home) locate estimate identify the location or place of make an investment assign to a station finish second or better in a horse or dog race sing a note with the correct pitch
the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable lack of an adequate quantity or number
of or relating to or caused by gravitation
a worker who holds or is invested with an office someone who administers the rules of a game or sport having official authority or sanction of or relating to an office verified officially conforming to set usage, procedure, or discipline (of a church) given official status as a national or state institution
the act of smoothing make smooth or smoother, as if by rubbing make (a surface) shine free from obstructions having a surface free from roughness or bumps or ridges or irregularities smoothly agreeable and courteous with a degree of sophistication of the margin of a leaf shape; not broken up into teeth smooth and unconstrained in movement (music) without breaks between notes; smooth and connected of motion that runs or flows or proceeds without jolts or turbulence lacking obstructions or difficulties (of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves
joyful and proud especially because of triumph or success experiencing triumph
someone who is not competent to take effective action legally not qualified or sufficient not qualified or suited for a purpose showing lack of skill or aptitude not doing a good job not meeting requirements
the feeling of lively and cheerful joy the state of being emotionally aroused and worked up something that agitates and arouses disturbance usually in protest
put into a certain place or abstract location place somebody in a particular situation or location assign a rank or rating to assign a location to to arrange for take a place in a competition; often followed by an ordinal intend (something) to move towards a certain goal recognize as being; establish the identity of someone or something assign to (a job or a home) locate estimate identify the location or place of make an investment assign to a station finish second or better in a horse or dog race sing a note with the correct pitch situated in a particular spot or position put in position in relation to other things
make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth or validity of something
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a structure erected to commemorate persons or events an important site that is marked and preserved as public property a burial vault (usually for some famous person)
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composed of or covered with particles resembling meal in texture or consistency willing to face danger
Russian film maker who pioneered the use of montage and is considered among the most influential film makers in the history of motion pictures (1898-1948)
relevant relation or interconnection the direction or path along which something moves or along which it lies dignified manner or conduct characteristic way of bearing one's body heraldry consisting of a design or image depicted on a shield a rotating support placed between moving parts to allow them to move easily have cause to be born put up with something or somebody unpleasant move while holding up or supporting bring forth, "The apple tree bore delicious apples this year" take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person contain or hold; have within bring in have on one's person behave in a certain manner have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices support or hold in a certain manner be pregnant with (of a structural member) withstanding a weight or strain
people of Ireland or of Irish extraction whiskey made in Ireland chiefly from barley the Celtic language of Ireland of or relating to or characteristic of Ireland or its people
with honesty
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one skilled in caring for young children or the sick (usually under the supervision of a physician) a woman who is the custodian of children try to cure by special care of treatment, of an illness or injury maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings) serve as a nurse; care for sick or handicapped people treat carefully give suck to
accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority be fully aware or cognizant of detect with the senses perceive to be the same grant credentials to express greetings upon meeting someone express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for exhibit recognition for (an antigen or a substrate) show approval or appreciation of
the innermost light-sensitive membrane covering the back wall of the eyeball; it is continuous with the optic nerve
the ceremony of installing a new monarch
an agency in the Department of Justice that enforces laws and regulations for the admission of foreign-born persons to the United States a unit of length equal to one twelfth of a foot a rare soft silvery metallic element; occurs in small quantities in sphalerite a state in midwestern United States
eat immoderately serve oneself to, or consume regularly spend extravagantly destroy completely use up (resources or materials) engage fully
a liquid used for printing or writing or drawing dark protective fluid ejected into the water by cuttlefish and other cephalopods append one's signature to mark, coat, cover, or stain with ink fill with ink
take illegally; of intellectual property plunder (a town) after capture steal goods; take as spoils destroy and strip of its possession wrongfully emptied or stripped of anything of value
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a person who is not very intelligent or interested in culture
widely known and esteemed
examine and note the similarities or differences of be comparable consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous to form the comparative or superlative form on an adjective or adverb
a collection containing a variety of sorts of things noticeable heterogeneity (biology) a taxonomic category consisting of members of a species that differ from others of the same species in minor but heritable characteristics a show consisting of a series of short unrelated performances a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality a difference that is usually pleasant
the act of testing something trying something to find out about it the act of undergoing testing (law) the determination of a person's innocence or guilt by due process of law (sports) a preliminary competition to determine qualifications an annoying or frustrating or catastrophic event
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the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area land that is covered with trees and shrubs establish a forest on previously unforested land
in the recent past
undergo mutation
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true confidential information an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole a small part that can be considered separately from the whole extended treatment of particulars a crew of workers selected for a particular task a temporary military unit provide details for assign to a specific task
a sudden sharp drop or rapid decline a steep nose-down descent by an aircraft plunge nose first; drop with the nose or front first, of aircraft
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overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuli charge someone with too many tasks cover completely or make imperceptible overcome by superior force
massive thick-skinned herbivorous animal living in or around rivers of tropical Africa
an erroneous mental representation something many people believe that is false the act of deluding; deception by creating illusory ideas an illusory feat; considered magical by naive observers
marked by defiant disregard for danger or consequences characterized by careless unconcern
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lacking subtlety; obvious
the second day of the week; the first working day
the periodic rise and fall of the sea level under the gravitational pull of the moon something that may increase or decrease (like the tides of the sea) there are usually two high and two low tides each day rise or move forward cause to float with the tide be carried with the tide
an Old Testament book lamenting the desolation of Judah after the destruction of Jerusalem in 586 BC; traditionally attributed to the prophet Jeremiah a cry of sorrow and grief the passionate and demonstrative activity of expressing grief
tear down so as to make flat with the ground take apart into its constituent pieces take off or remove
the property of having little or no contrast; lacking highlights or gloss not reflecting light; not glossy
difficult to detect or grasp by the mind or analyze able to make fine distinctions working or spreading in a hidden and usually injurious way
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another a risk involving danger a measure of how likely it is that some event will occur; a number expressing the ratio of favorable cases to the whole number of cases possible the possibility of future success be the case by chance take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome come upon, as if by accident; meet with occurring or appearing or singled out by chance
twist or pull violently or suddenly, especially so as to remove (something) from that to which it is attached or from where it originates make a sudden twisting motion twist and compress, as if in pain or anguish twist suddenly so as to sprain causing great physical or mental suffering
all of the living human inhabitants of the earth
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a garment that covers the head and face a membranous covering attached to the immature fruiting body of certain mushrooms the inner membrane of embryos in higher vertebrates (especially when covering the head at birth) a vestment worn by a priest at High Mass in the Roman Catholic Church; a silk shawl to obscure, or conceal with or as if with a veil make undecipherable or imperceptible by obscuring or concealing
an artist who is a master of a particular style someone who cuts or beautifies hair
a blood vessel that carries blood from the capillaries toward the heart a distinctive style or manner any of the vascular bundles or ribs that form the branching framework of conducting and supporting tissues in a leaf or other plant organ a layer of ore between layers of rock one of the horny ribs that stiffen and support the wing of an insect make a veinlike pattern
arousal of the mind to special unusual activity or creativity a product of your creative thinking and work a sudden intuition as part of solving a problem (theology) a special influence of a divinity on the minds of human beings arousing to a particular emotion or action the act of inhaling; the drawing in of air (or other gases) as in breathing
a mental representation of some haunting experience a writer who gives the credit of authorship to someone else the visible disembodied soul of a dead person a suggestion of some quality move like a ghost haunt like a ghost; pursue write for someone else
to an inexpressible degree
a large shallow dish used for serving food sound recording consisting of a disk with a continuous groove; used to reproduce music by rotating while a phonograph needle tracks in the groove
a line that indicates a boundary of questionable or minimal quality
(baseball) the batter's attempt to get on base stuffing made of rolls or sheets of cotton wool or synthetic fiber strike with, or as if with a baseball bat wink briefly have a turn at bat use a bat beat thoroughly and conclusively in a competition or fight
someone excellent of their kind something excellent of its kind
an idea that preoccupies the mind and holds the attention the mental state of being preoccupied by something the act of taking occupancy before someone else does
a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior something regarded as a normative example prescribed guide for conduct or action (linguistics) a rule describing (or prescribing) a linguistic practice a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct the duration of a monarch's or government's power dominance or power through legal authority directions that define the way a game or sport is to be conducted any one of a systematic body of regulations defining the way of life of members of a religious order a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system (mathematics) a standard procedure for solving a class of mathematical problems measuring stick consisting of a strip of wood or metal or plastic with a straight edge that is used for drawing straight lines and measuring lengths exercise authority over; as of nations decide with authority be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance decide on and make a declaration about have an affinity with; of signs of the zodiac mark or draw with a ruler keep in check
the section of an orchestra that plays stringed instruments a lightweight cord stringed instruments that are played with a bow a tightly stretched cord of wire or gut, which makes sound when plucked, struck, or bowed a sequentially ordered set of things or events or ideas in which each successive member is related to the preceding a linear sequence of symbols (characters or words or phrases) a tie consisting of a cord that goes through a seam around an opening a tough piece of fiber in vegetables, meat, or other food (especially the tough fibers connecting the two halves of a bean pod) (cosmology) a hypothetical one-dimensional subatomic particle having a concentration of energy and the dynamic properties of a flexible loop a collection of objects threaded on a single strand a necklace made by a stringing objects together;  thread on or as if on a string add as if on a string move or come along stretch out or arrange like a string string together; tie or fasten with a string remove the stringy parts of provide with strings
a drug that induces sleep sleep inducing inducing mental lethargy
yield (to); give satisfaction to arrange for sexual partners for others
compete for something; engage in a contest; measure oneself against others
extremely wicked
a sentence of inquiry that asks for a reply a transmission that will trigger an answering transmission from a transponder formal systematic questioning an instance of questioning
living in or characteristic of farming or country life of or relating to the countryside as opposed to the city
a state of arrangement or appearance a decoration or adornment on a garment attitude of an aircraft in flight when allowed to take its own orientation cutting down to the desired size or shape remove the edges from and cut down to the desired size decorate, as with ornaments cut down on; make a reduction in balance in flight by regulating the control surfaces be in equilibrium during a flight decorate (food), as with parsley or other ornamental foods cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of cut closely adjust (sails on a ship) so that the wind is optimally used
defying expression or description exceptionally bad or displeasing too sacred to be uttered
bright-colored; a float attached by rope to the seabed to mark channels in a harbor or underwater hazards float on the surface of water keep afloat mark with a buoy
(baseball) one of nine divisions of play during which each team has a turn at bat
dangerous to yourself or your interests
loud and persistent outcry from many people make loud demands utter or proclaim insistently and noisily compel someone to do something by insistent clamoring
a reproduction of a written record (e.g. of a legal or school record) a thing made to be similar or identical to another thing matter to be printed; exclusive of graphical materials material suitable for a journalistic account copy down as is reproduce someone's behavior or looks reproduce or make an exact copy of make a replica of
the state of being unsure of something uncertainty about the truth or factuality or existence of something consider unlikely or have doubts about lack confidence in or have doubts about
worth having or seeking or achieving worthy of being chosen especially as a spouse
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a part of a river where the current is very fast done or occurring in a brief period of time characterized by speed; moving with or capable of moving with high speed
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a child's room for a baby a building with glass walls and roof; for the cultivation and exhibition of plants under controlled conditions
marked by or capable of arousing controversy
(astrology) one of 12 equal areas into which the zodiac is divided a large and imposing house
an undivided or unbroken completeness or totality with nothing wanting moral soundness
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a relation between people; (`relationship' is often used where `relation' would serve, as in `the relationship between inflation and unemployment', but the preferred usage of `relationship' is for human relations or states of relatedness) a state of connectedness between people (especially an emotional connection) a state involving mutual dealings between people or parties or countries (anthropology) relatedness or connection by blood or marriage or adoption
suffering from an undiagnosed mental disorder
creative activity (writing or pictures or films etc.) of no literary or artistic value other than to stimulate sexual desire
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having an unpleasant smell very bad
a club used as a weapon overcome or coerce as if by using a heavy club strike with a club or a bludgeon
the end of a word (a suffix or inflectional ending or final morpheme) the act of ending something the point in time at which something ends event whose occurrence ends something the last section of a communication have an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical bring to an end or halt be the end of; be the last or concluding part of put an end to
a cutaneous sensation often resulting from light stroking the act of tickling touch (a body part) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements feel sudden intense sensation or emotion touch or stroke lightly
someone who enters by force in order to conquer
a motor vehicle with two wheels and a strong frame a wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals ride a bicycle
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belonging to or befitting a supreme ruler
a member of an Oriental race; the term is regarded as offensive by Asians (especially by Asian Americans) denoting or characteristic of countries of Asia
not moving quickly; taking a comparatively long time at a slow tempo slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity (used of timepieces) indicating a time earlier than the correct time so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness (of business) not active or brisk most slowly
(used as a sentence connector) therefore or consequently
paraphernalia indicative of royalty (or other high office) especially fine or decorative clothing
an indefinite quantity of something having a specified value the quality that renders something desirable or valuable or useful French couturier (born in England) regarded as the founder of Parisian haute couture; noted for introducing the bustle (1825-1895) worthy of being treated in a particular way having a specified value
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go back and forth; swing back and forth between two states or conditions exchange people temporarily to fulfill certain jobs and functions be an understudy or alternate for a role reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action) do something in turns (of a current) reversing direction occurring by turns; first one and then the other
the roughness of a substance that causes abrasions the quality of being unpleasant (harsh or rough or grating) to the senses the quality of being cruel and causing tension or annoyance excessive sternness
inclined toward or displaying love expressive of or exciting sexual love or romance
a hasty eater who swallows large mouthfuls male turkey
bedding that keeps a person warm in bed anything that covers a layer of lead surrounding the highly reactive core of a nuclear reactor cover as if with a blanket form a blanket-like cover (over) broad in scope or content
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Irish playwright remembered for his satirical comedies of manners (1751-1816)
make false by mutilation or addition; as of a message or story form into a spiral shape twist and press out of shape affect as in thought or feeling alter the shape of (something) by stress
English comic actor (1925-1980) someone who promotes or exchanges goods or services for money
affected with or marked by frenzy or mania uncontrolled by reason
an irrational but irresistible motive for a belief or action a mood disorder; an affective disorder in which the victim tends to respond excessively and sometimes violently
blowing in violent and abrupt bursts noisily domineering; tending to browbeat others
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(of soil) soft and watery
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a militant reformer
spread thickly
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a commercial document showing that the holder is entitled to something (as to ride on public transportation or to enter a public entertainment) a label written or printed on paper, cardboard, or plastic that is attached to something to indicate its owner, nature, price, etc. a summons issued to an offender (especially to someone who violates a traffic regulation) a list of candidates nominated by a political party to run for election to public offices the appropriate or desirable thing issue a ticket or a fine to as a penalty provide with a ticket for passage or admission
be a mystery or bewildering to cause to be confused emotionally perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment
a series with a definite pattern of advance a movement forward the act of moving forward (as toward a goal)
tightly woven fabric with raised cords a sudden outburst of anger cause to feel resentment or indignation
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a painful or straitened circumstance an injury resulting from getting some body part squeezed a slight but appreciable amount a sudden unforeseen crisis (usually involving danger) that requires immediate action a small sharp bite or snip a squeeze with the fingers the act of apprehending (especially apprehending a criminal) squeeze tightly between the fingers make ridges into by pinching together make off with belongings of others cut the top off irritate as if by a nip, pinch, or tear
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in a compassionate manner
transfer a file or program to a central computer from a smaller computer or a computer at a remote location
in a relentless manner
wetness in the atmosphere
a Japanese warrior who was a member of the feudal military aristocracy feudal Japanese military aristocracy
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establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true say yes to
shake with fast, tremulous movements shake with seismic vibrations
speech you make to yourself a long utterance by one person (especially one that prevents others from participating in the conversation) a (usually long) dramatic speech by a single actor
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the decade from 1940 to 1949
conducted with or marked by hidden aims or methods
a successful ending of a struggle or contest the exultation of victory prove superior be ecstatic with joy dwell on with satisfaction to express great joy
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a wad of something chewable as tobacco biting and grinding food in your mouth so it becomes soft enough to swallow chew (food); to bite and grind with the teeth
a person who professes beliefs and opinions that he or she does not hold in order to conceal his or her real feelings or motives fraudulent; having a misleading appearance
turn aside; turn away from send on a course or in a direction different from the planned or intended one occupy in an agreeable, entertaining or pleasant fashion withdraw (money) and move into a different location, often secretly and with dishonest intentions providing enjoyment; pleasantly entertaining
dose too heavily
the basic monetary unit in many countries; equal to 100 centimes
lack of harmony or correspondence a lack of orthodoxy in thoughts or beliefs unorthodoxy as a consequence of not conforming to expected standards or values failure to conform to accepted standards of behavior
electronic equipment that converts sound into electrical signals that can be transmitted over distances and then converts received signals back into sounds (phonetics) an individual sound unit of speech without concern as to whether or not it is a phoneme of some language electro-acoustic transducer for converting electric signals into sounds; it is held over or inserted into the ear get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone
of or relating to or based on an impression rather than on facts or reasoning relating to or characteristic of Impressionism
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a professional cook
deliver a sermon speak, plead, or argue in favor of
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a word used in exclamations of confusion English writer whose novels depicted and criticized social injustice (1812-1870)
in a professional manner
become smaller or lose substance
rigidly accurate; allowing no deviation from a standard demanding strict attention to rules and procedures
feeling or expressing regret or sorrow or a sense of loss over something done or undone bad; unfortunate without merit causing dejection
any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks an efficient person an intricate organization that accomplishes its goals efficiently a device for overcoming resistance at one point by applying force at some other point a group that controls the activities of a political party a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine turn, shape, mold, or otherwise finish by machinery make by machinery
move towards come near or verge on, resemble, come nearer in quality, or character begin to deal with come near in time make advances to someone, usually with a proposal or suggestion
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set up or found set up or lay the groundwork for establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment institute, enact, or establish bring about place build or establish something abstract use as a basis for; found on brought about or set up or accepted; especially long established settled securely and unconditionally conforming with accepted standards shown to be valid beyond a reasonable doubt introduced from another region and persisting without cultivation
the status of being acknowledged as a star
part of an organism consisting of an aggregate of cells having a similar structure and function a soft thin (usually translucent) paper create a piece of cloth by interlacing strands of fabric, such as wool or cotton
think about carefully; weigh discuss the pros and cons of an issue carefully thought out in advance unhurried and with care and dignity
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payment or reward (especially from a government) for acts such as catching criminals or killing predatory animals or enlisting in the military the property of copious abundance generosity evidenced by a willingness to give freely a ship of the British navy; in 1789 part of the crew mutinied against their commander William Bligh and set him afloat in an open boat
measure the time or duration of an event or action or the person who performs an action in a certain period of time
move towards not far distant in time or space or degree or circumstances being on the left side closely resembling the genuine article giving or spending with reluctance with or in a close or intimate relationship very close in resemblance near in time or place or relationship (of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
a legally authorized postponement before some obligation must be discharged suspension of an ongoing activity
incapable of being retracted or revoked
an earlier section of a written text appearing earlier in the same text at an earlier place in or to a place that is higher
a short high tone produced as a signal or warning emit a single short high-pitched signal
a believer in colonialism
express a supposition expect, believe, or suppose to believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds take for granted or as a given; suppose beforehand require as a necessary antecedent or precondition
a change from one state to the opposite state an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating turning in an opposite direction or position a decision to reverse an earlier decision a judgment by a higher court that the judgment of a lower court was incorrect and should be set aside turning in the opposite direction the act of reversing the order or place of a major change in attitude or principle or point of view
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connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces make a logical or causal connection be or become joined or united or linked join by means of communication equipment land on or hit solidly join for the purpose of communication be scheduled so as to provide continuing service, as in transportation establish a rapport or relationship establish communication with someone plug into an outlet hit or play a ball successfully being joined in close association joined or linked together wired together to an alarm system plugged in stored in, controlled by, or in direct communication with a central computer
express in words let something be known narrate or give a detailed account of give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority discern or comprehend inform positively and with certainty and confidence give evidence mark as different
invest with or as with a body; give body to represent, as of a character on stage attribute human qualities to something
without motivation
cooking in a liquid that has been brought to a boil boil slowly at low temperature
at the same instant
a vague idea in which some confidence is placed a general inclusive concept an odd or fanciful or capricious idea (usually plural) small personal articles or clothing or sewing items
offering fun and gaiety
unrestrained merrymaking take delight in celebrate noisily, often indulging in drinking; engage in uproarious festivities
showing courage willing to face danger
so as to arouse or deserve laughter
the covering (usually paper or cellophane) in which something is wrapped an enveloping bandage arrange or fold as a cover or protection arrange or or coil around enclose or enfold completely with or as if with a covering crash into so as to coil around
a fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval) a complete failure end weakly
a cartoon character created by Walt Disney (Greek mythology) the god of the underworld in ancient mythology; brother of Zeus and husband of Persephone a small planet and the farthest known planet from the sun; it has the most elliptical orbit of all the planets
in a metaphorical manner
lewd or lascivious woman waste time; spend one's time idly or inefficiently indulge in a carefree or voluptuous way of life spend wastefully become extravagant; indulge (oneself) luxuriously engage in amorous play behave extremely cruelly and brutally occurring without motivation or provocation casual and unrestrained in sexual behavior
invest with or as with a body; give body to represent, as of a character on stage attribute human qualities to something
a person authorized to act for another a symbol in a logical or mathematical expression that can be replaced by the name of any member of specified set
United States stage and screen director (born in Turkey) and believer in method acting (1909-2003) an industrial city in the European part of Russia
a joyful occasion for special festivities to mark some happy event any joyous diversion the public performance of a sacrament or solemn ceremony with all appropriate ritual
the arrangement of the hair (especially a woman's hair)
unlawful premeditated killing of a human being by a human being kill intentionally and with premeditation alter so as to make unrecognizable
a female human offspring
in a rigorous manner
a distinct part that can be specified separately in a group of things that could be enumerated on a list a small part that can be considered separately from the whole a whole individual unit; especially when included in a list or collection an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole an individual instance of a type of symbol
a detailed critical inspection applying the mind to learning and understanding a subject (especially by reading) a written document describing the findings of some individual or group a state of deep mental absorption a room used for reading and writing and studying a branch of knowledge preliminary drawing for later elaboration attentive consideration and meditation someone who memorizes quickly and easily (as the lines for a part in a play) a composition intended to develop one aspect of the performer's technique consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning be a student; follow a course of study; be enrolled at an institute of learning give careful consideration to be a student of a certain subject learn by reading books; I must hit the books now" think intently and at length, as for spiritual purposes
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increase by a factor of two raising the stakes in a card game by a factor of 2 increase twofold hit a two-base hit bend over or curl up, usually with laughter or pain do double duty; serve two purposes or have two functions bridge: make a demand for (a card or suit) make or do or perform again
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powerfully persuasive
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a cloud of fine particles suspended in a gas a hot vapor containing fine particles of carbon being produced by combustion an indication of some hidden activity something with no concrete substance tobacco leaves that have been made into a cylinder street names for marijuana the act of smoking tobacco or other substances (baseball) a pitch thrown with maximum velocity inhale and exhale smoke from cigarettes, cigars, pipes emit a cloud of fine particles
not worth remembering
an advocate of anarchism
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the cognitive processes whereby past experience is remembered recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection keep in mind for attention or consideration recapture the past; indulge in memories show appreciation to mention favorably, as in prayer mention as by way of greeting or to indicate friendship exercise, or have the power of, memory call to remembrance; keep alive the memory of someone or something, as in a ceremony
showing extreme cupidity; painfully desirous of another's advantages
someone unpleasantly strange or eccentric a mental representation of some haunting experience frighten or scare, and often provoke into a violent action
be equal to in quality or ability be the rival of, be in competition with
overeat or eat immodestly; make a pig of oneself overfull as with blood
unpredictably excitable (especially of horses)
burn to charcoal burn slightly and superficially so as to affect color
to a high degree or extent; favorably or with much respect at a high rate or wage in a high position or level or rank
avoid and stay away from deliberately; stay clear of expel from a community or group
change the key of, in music vary the pitch of one's speech fix or adjust the time, amount, degree, or rate of adjust the pitch, tone, or volume of vary the frequency, amplitude, phase, or other characteristic of (electromagnetic waves) changed or adjusted in pitch, tone, or volume altered in volume as well as tone or pitch
evoking lifelike images within the mind having the clarity and freshness of immediate experience having striking color (of color) having the highest saturation
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
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understanding the nature of an event after it has happened
in a compulsive manner
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the whole amount a quantity obtained by the addition of a group of numbers add up in number or quantity determine the sum of damage beyond the point of repair constituting the full quantity or extent; complete complete in extent or degree and in every particular
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the testing of an idea the act of conducting a controlled test or investigation
(Old Testament) the wife of Abraham and mother of Isaac
a secret scheme to do something (especially something underhand or illegal) a small area of ground covered by specific vegetation the story that is told in a novel or play or movie etc. a chart or map showing the movements or progress of an object plan secretly, usually something illegal make a schematic or technical drawing of that shows interactions among variables or how something is constructed make a plat of devise the sequence of events in (a literary work or a play, movie, or ballet)
one who practices magic or sorcery
a descendant of the Arabs who inhabited Palestine of or relating to the area of Palestine and its inhabitants
an explanation or definition of an obscure word in a text an alphabetical list of technical terms in some specialized field of knowledge; usually published as an appendix to a text on that field the property of being smooth and shiny an outward or token appearance or form that is deliberately misleading give a shine or gloss to, usually by rubbing provide interlinear explanations for words or phrases provide an interlinear translation of a word or phrase give a deceptive explanation or excuse for
an opening remark intended to secure an advantage for the speaker a maneuver in a game or conversation
pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives select as an alternative over another see fit or proper to act in a certain way; decide to act in a certain way
an intense desire for some particular thing have a craving, appetite, or great desire for plead or ask for earnestly
the act of walking with a slow heavy gait walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud
the decade from 1930 to 1939
a state in midwestern United States United States pop artist (born 1928)
a state of deep-seated ill-will the relation between opposing principles or forces or factors an actively expressed feeling of dislike and hostility (biochemistry) interference in or inhibition of the physiological action of a chemical substance by another having a similar structure
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in a manner that is not typical
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a quantity of no importance a mathematical element that when added to another number yields the same number the point on a scale from which positive or negative numerical quantities can be measured the sight setting that will cause a projectile to hit the center of the target with no wind blowing adjust (an instrument or device) to zero value adjust (as by firing under test conditions) the zero of (a gun)
consisting of small disconnected parts
rice (with raw fish) wrapped in seaweed
a coming into being the first book of the Old Testament: tells of Creation; Adam and Eve; the Fall of Man; Cain and Abel; Noah and the flood; God's covenant with Abraham; Abraham and Isaac; Jacob and Esau; Joseph and his brothers
an inclination to retreat from unpleasant realities through diversion or fantasy
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a solution obtained by steeping or soaking a substance (usually in water) the process of extracting certain active properties (as a drug from a plant) by steeping or soaking (usually in water) (medicine) the passive introduction of a substance (a fluid or drug or electrolyte) into a vein or between tissues (as by gravitational force) the act of infusing or introducing a certain modifying element or quality
a period during which something or somebody is dominant or powerful the period during which a monarch is sovereign royal authority; the dominion of a monarch have sovereign power be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance
(sometimes followed by `of') having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception bearing in mind; attentive to
a person who escapes into a world of fantasy
`Johnny' was applied as a nickname for Confederate soldiers by the Federal soldiers in the American Civil War; `greyback' derived from their grey Confederate uniforms
cause to become sober become more realistic become sober after excessive alcohol consumption tending to make sober or more serious
an analysis (often in graphical form) representing the extent to which something exhibits various characteristics an outline of something (especially a human face as seen from one side) biographical sketch degree of exposure to public notice a vertical section of the Earth's crust showing the different horizons or layers write about represent in profile, by drawing or painting
a separately printed article that originally appeared in a larger publication a garment that can be purchased separately and worn in combinations with other garments act as a barrier between; stand between force, take, or pull apart mark as different separate into parts or portions divide into components or constituents arrange or order by classes or categories make a division or separation discontinue an association or relation; go different ways go one's own way; move apart become separated into pieces or fragments treat differently on the basis of sex or race come apart divide into two or more branches so as to form a fork
occurring without interruption; chiefly restricted to what recurs regularly or frequently in a prolonged and closely spaced series `continual' (meaning seemingly uninterrupted) is often used interchangeably with `continuous' (meaning without interruption)
very hard native crystalline carbon valued as a gem impervious to pleas, persuasion, requests, reason; she would have none of him"- W.Churchill
an effortful attempt to attain a goal attempt by employing effort to exert much effort or energy
too much production or more than expected invade in great numbers occupy in large numbers or live on a host flow or run over (a limit or brim) seize the position of and defeat run beyond or past
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a unit of language that native speakers can identify a brief statement information about recent and important events a verbal command for action an exchange of views on some topic a promise a word is a string of bits stored in computer memory the divine word of God; the second person in the Trinity (incarnate in Jesus) a secret word or phrase known only to a restricted group the sacred writings of the Christian religions put into words or an expression
be dressed in have on one's person have in one's aspect; wear an expression of one's attitude or personality deteriorate through use or stress have or show an appearance of last and be usable go to pieces exhaust or get tired through overuse or great strain or stress put clothing on one's body
a script for a film including dialogue and descriptions of characters and sets
describe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of be characteristic of
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activity directed toward making or doing something a product produced or accomplished through the effort or activity or agency of a person or thing the occupation for which you are paid applying the mind to learning and understanding a subject (especially by reading) (physics) a manifestation of energy; the transfer of energy from one physical system to another expressed as the product of a force and the distance through which it moves a body in the direction of that force a place where work is done the total output of a writer or artist (or a substantial part of it) exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity be employed have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected perform as expected when applied shape, form, or improve a material give a workout to proceed along a path operate in a certain place, area, or specialty proceed towards a goal or along a path or through an activity move in an agitated manner cause to happen or to occur as a consequence cause to work prepare for crops behave in a certain way when handled have and exert influence or effect operate in or through cause to operate or function provoke or excite gratify and charm, usually in order to influence make something, usually for a specific function move into or onto make uniform use or manipulate to one's advantage find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of cause to undergo fermentation go sour or spoil arrive at a certain condition through repeated motion
one celestial body obscures another be greater in significance than cause an eclipse of (a celestial body) by intervention
show unwillingness towards refuse to accept elude, especially in a baffling way refuse to let have resist immunologically the introduction of some foreign tissue or organ refuse entrance or membership
be dressed in have on one's person have in one's aspect; wear an expression of one's attitude or personality deteriorate through use or stress have or show an appearance of last and be usable go to pieces exhaust or get tired through overuse or great strain or stress put clothing on one's body affected by wear; damaged by long use showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering
inviting cuddling or hugging
a period marked by distinctive character or reckoned from a fixed point or event a major division of geological time; an era is usually divided into two or more periods (baseball) a measure of a pitcher's effectiveness; calculated as the average number of earned runs allowed by the pitcher for every nine innings pitched
permitting the free passage of electromagnetic radiation the quality of being clear and transparent picture consisting of a positive photograph or drawing on a transparent base; viewed with a projector
take away possessions from someone keep from having, keeping, or obtaining take away marked by deprivation especially of the necessities of life or healthful environmental influences
find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws act as a critic
with elegance; in a tastefully elegant manner in a gracefully elegant manner
any dialect of the language of ancient Rome an inhabitant of ancient Latium a person who is a member of those peoples whose languages derived from Latin of or relating to the ancient Latins or the Latin language relating to people or countries speaking Romance languages relating to languages derived from Latin of or relating to the ancient region of Latium
write a script for
an almost pleasurable sensation of fright a shaky motion case for holding arrows the act of vibrating shake with fast, tremulous movements move back and forth very rapidly move with or as if with a regular alternating motion
be a signal for or a symptom of indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively to state or express briefly give evidence of suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine
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a pop group not affiliated with a major record company an independent film company not associated with an established studio (of pop groups) not affiliated with a major recording company
United States aviator who (with Richard E. Byrd) piloted the first flight over the North Pole (1890-1928)
a republic in the Asian subcontinent in southern Asia; second most populous country in the world; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1947
lacking in feeling or pity or warmth devoid of courage or enthusiasm
considered individually
sound of any kind (especially unintelligible or dissonant sound) the auditory experience of sound that lacks musical quality; sound that is a disagreeable auditory experience electrical or acoustic activity that can disturb communication a loud outcry of protest or complaint incomprehensibility resulting from irrelevant information or meaningless facts or remarks the quality of lacking any predictable order or plan emit a noise
be a signal for or a symptom of indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively to state or express briefly give evidence of suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine
(Old Testament) a beautiful Jewess chosen by the king of Persia to be his queen; she stopped a plot to massacre all the Jews in Persia (an event celebrated by Jews as the feast of Purim) an Old Testament book telling of a beautiful Jewess who became queen of Persia and saved her people from massacre
indulging in or influenced by fancy not based on fact; unreal having a curiously intricate quality
edible seeds or roots or stems or leaves or bulbs or tubers or nonsweet fruits of any of numerous herbaceous plant
be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly make stupid with alcohol
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marked by a lack of interest; it is simply indifferent" showing no care or concern in attitude or action (usually followed by `to') unwilling or refusing to pay heed (often followed by `to') lacking importance; not mattering one way or the other fairly poor to not very good having only a limited ability to react chemically; chemically inactive marked by no especial liking or dislike or preference for one thing over another characterized by a lack of partiality being neither good nor bad neither too great nor too little
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a large amphitheater in Rome whose construction was begun by Vespasian about AD 75 or 80
having or revealing little emotion or sensibility; not easily aroused or excited deliberately impassive in manner
return to an original state gradual healing (through rest) after sickness or injury the act of regaining or saving something lost (or in danger of becoming lost)
a comedy characterized by broad satire and improbable situations mixture of ground raw chicken and mushrooms with pistachios and truffles and onions and parsley and lots of butter and bound with eggs fill with a stuffing while cooking
give something useful or necessary to give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance determine (what is to happen in certain contingencies), especially by including a proviso condition or stipulation mount or put up make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain supply means of subsistence; earn a living take measures in preparation for
intense feelings of suffering; acute mental or physical pain a state of acute pain
a native or inhabitant of Egypt the ancient and now extinct language of Egypt under the Pharaohs; written records date back to 3000 BC of or relating to or characteristic of Egypt or its people or their language
usually large hard-shelled seed Egyptian goddess of the sky a small (usually square or hexagonal) metal block with internal screw thread to be fitted onto a bolt half the width of an em a whimsically eccentric person someone who is so ardently devoted to something that it resembles an addiction one of the two male reproductive glands that produce spermatozoa and secrete androgens gather nuts informal or slang terms for mentally irregular
the power to withstand hardship or stress a state of surviving; remaining alive
a professional killer who uses a gun
a brief high-pitched buzzing or humming sound the activeness of an energetic personality
suggesting an unhealthy mental state suggesting the horror of death and decay caused by or altered by or manifesting disease or pathology
an awkward and inexperienced youth
the questioning of a person (or a conversation in which information is elicited); often conducted by journalists a conference (usually with someone important) conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting discuss formally with (somebody) for the purpose of an evaluation go for an interview in the hope of being hired
fail to meet the hopes or expectations of
a judge of a probate court the expected or commonplace condition or situation a clergyman appointed to prepare condemned prisoners for death an early bicycle with a very large front wheel and small back wheel (heraldry) any of several conventional figures used on shields not exceptional in any way especially in quality or ability or size or degree lacking special distinction, rank, or status; commonly encountered
of or relating to or characteristic of opera
an area of sand sloping down to the water of a sea or lake land on a beach
money that is risked for possible monetary gain a risky act or venture take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome play games for money
Italian open pie made of thin bread dough spread with a spiced mixture of e.g. tomato sauce and cheese
a local computer network for communication between computers; especially a network connecting computers and word processors and other electronic office equipment to create a communication system between offices
a rise in the temperature of the body; frequently a symptom of infection intense nervous anticipation
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a boy or man a male child (a familiar term of address to a boy)
steps consisting of two parallel members connected by rungs; for climbing up or down ascending stages by which somebody or something can progress a row of unravelled stitches come unraveled or undone as if by snagging
located farther aft happening at a time subsequent to a reference time behind or in the rear
inflict damage upon suffer or be susceptible to damage harmed or injured or spoiled being unjustly brought into disrepute
a workplace for the conduct of scientific research
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lay bare make public lay bare prevent from entering; keep out render unsuitable for passage expel, as if by official decree secure with, or as if with, bars having the head uncovered
lacking in rigor or strictness pronounced with muscles of the tongue and jaw relatively relaxed (e.g., the vowel sound in `bet') lacking in strength or firmness or resilience emptying easily or excessively
a narrative song with a recurrent refrain a narrative poem of popular origin put into a certain place or abstract location put in a horizontal position prepare or position for action or operation lay eggs impose as a duty, burden, or punishment be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position be lying, be prostrate; be in a horizontal position originate (in) be and remain in a particular state or condition tell an untruth; pretend with intent to deceive have a place in relation to something else assume a reclining position characteristic of those who are not members of the clergy not of or from a profession
an unrestrained expression of emotion a sudden intense happening a sudden violent disturbance
in an inventive manner
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the collection of rules imposed by authority legal document setting forth rules governing a particular kind of activity a rule or body of rules of conduct inherent in human nature and essential to or binding upon human society a generalization that describes recurring facts or events in nature the branch of philosophy concerned with the law and the principles that lead courts to make the decisions they do the learned profession that is mastered by graduate study in a law school and that is responsible for the judicial system the force of policemen and officers
having a meaning or purpose
(of a ship) sinking fail utterly; collapse sink below the surface break down, literally or metaphorically stumble and nearly fall
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a white soft metallic element that tarnishes readily; occurs in rare earth minerals and is usually classified as a rare earth a state in southern United States on the Gulf of Mexico; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War the syllable naming the sixth (submediant) note of a major or minor scale in solmization
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depress or discourage make cool or cooler loose heat
an event that repeats to say, state, or perform again make or do or perform again happen or occur again to say again or imitate do over repeat an earlier theme of a composition
difficult to describe skillful at eluding capture difficult to detect or grasp by the mind or analyze making great mental demands; hard to comprehend or solve or believe
a chaplain in one of the military services `Father' is a term of address for priests in some churches (especially the Roman Catholic Church or the Orthodox Catholic Church); `Padre' is frequently used in the military
arouse hostility or indifference in where there had formerly been love, affection, or friendliness transfer property or ownership make withdrawn or isolated or emotionally dissociated
the act of passing something along from one person or group to another a crew of workers who relieve another crew a fresh team to relieve weary draft animals a race between teams; each member runs or swims part of the distance electrical device such that current flowing through it in one circuit can switch on and off a current in a second circuit pass along control or operate by relay
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recognize with gratitude; be grateful for be fully aware of; realize fully hold dear gain in value increase the value of
sudden mass fear and anxiety over anticipated events a sudden attack of fear cause fear in cause to lose courage
the Hellenic branch of the Indo-European family of languages a native or inhabitant of Greece of or relating to or characteristic of Greece or the Greeks or the Greek language
a male human offspring the divine word of God; the second person in the Trinity (incarnate in Jesus)
green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass a piece of open land for recreational use in an urban area United States labor leader who was president of the American Federation of Labor from 1924 to 1952 and who led the struggle with the Congress of Industrial Organizations (1873-1952) an environmentalist who belongs to the Green Party a river that rises in western Wyoming and flows southward through Utah to become a tributary of the Colorado River an area of closely cropped grass surrounding the hole on a golf course any of various leafy plants or their leaves and stems eaten as vegetables street names for ketamine turn or become green of the color between blue and yellow in the color spectrum; similar to the color of fresh grass concerned with or supporting or in conformity with the political principles of the Green Party not fully developed or mature; not ripe looking pale and unhealthy naive and easily deceived or tricked
any of various tall and stout herbs of the genus Angelica having pinnately compound leaves and small white or greenish flowers in compound umbels
a device for creating a current of air by movement of a surface or surfaces an enthusiastic devotee of sports an ardent follower and admirer strike out (a batter), (of a pitcher) make (an emotion) fiercer agitate the air separate the chaff from by using air currents
a Roman Catholic friar or monk belonging to one of the Augustinian monastic orders
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed a degree in a continuum of size or quantity established customary state (especially of society) logical or comprehensible arrangement of separate elements a condition of regular or proper arrangement a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge) a commercial document used to request someone to supply something in return for payment and providing specifications and quantities a formal association of people with similar interests a body of rules followed by an assembly (usually plural) the status or rank or office of a Christian clergyman in an ecclesiastical hierarchy a group of person living under a religious rule (biology) taxonomic group containing one or more families a request for something to be made, supplied, or served (architecture) one of original three styles of Greek architecture distinguished by the type of column and entablature used or a style developed from the original three by the Romans the act of putting things in a sequential arrangement give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority make a request for something issue commands or orders for bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations bring order to or into place in a certain order appoint to a clerical posts arrange thoughts, ideas, temporal events assign a rank or rating to
excessive desire to acquire or possess more (especially more material wealth) than one needs or deserves reprehensible acquisitiveness; insatiable desire for wealth (personified as one of the deadly sins)
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a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves) a regional dialect of a language (especially French); usually considered substandard
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freedom from vanity or conceit formality and propriety of manner
increasing by successive addition
invade in great numbers occupy in large numbers or live on a host live on or in a host, as of parasites
lacking in feeling or pity or warmth devoid of feeling for others
place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed an administrative unit of government the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group (of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power professional or clerical workers in an office a religious rite or service prescribed by ecclesiastical authorities a job in an organization
give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause dedicate set aside or apart for a specific purpose or use
a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow) a quick short straight punch the act of touching someone suddenly with your finger or elbow poke or thrust abruptly strike or punch with quick and short blows stab or pierce
the person or thing that is rejected or set aside as inferior in quality refuse to accept or acknowledge refuse to accept deem wrong or inappropriate reject with contempt resist immunologically the introduction of some foreign tissue or organ refuse entrance or membership dismiss from consideration or a contest
school of Mahayana Buddhism asserting that enlightenment can come through meditation and intuition rather than faith; China and Japan a Buddhist doctrine that enlightenment can be attained through direct intuitive insight street name for lysergic acid diethylamide
meet the requirements or expectations of make happy or satisfied fill or meet a want or need filled with satisfaction allayed
(ethnic slur) an offensive name for an unskilled Asian laborer
extremely pleasing
cause to lose one's composure cause to be out of tune
ahead of the times being or producing something like nothing done or experienced or created before
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a string of more than 3,000 islands to the east of Asia extending 1,300 miles between the Sea of Japan and the western Pacific Ocean a constitutional monarchy occupying the Japanese Archipelago; a world leader in electronics and automobile manufacture and ship building lacquerware decorated and varnished in the Japanese manner with a glossy durable black lacquer lacquer with a durable glossy black finish, originally from the orient coat with a lacquer, as done in Japan
meet the requirements or expectations of make happy or satisfied fill or meet a want or need
in a habitual and longstanding manner in a slowly developing and long lasting manner
assume sponsorship of do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of treat condescendingly be a regular customer or client of having patronage or clients
a commercial document showing that the holder is entitled to something (as to ride on public transportation or to enter a public entertainment) a label written or printed on paper, cardboard, or plastic that is attached to something to indicate its owner, nature, price, etc. a summons issued to an offender (especially to someone who violates a traffic regulation) a list of candidates nominated by a political party to run for election to public offices the appropriate or desirable thing issue a ticket or a fine to as a penalty provide with a ticket for passage or admission
an attack by dropping bombs the use of bombs for sabotage; a tactic frequently used by terrorists throw bombs at or attack with bombs fail to get a passing grade
a city in South Vietnam; formerly (as Saigon) it was the capital of French Indochina
poorly adjusted to demands and stresses of daily living emotionally unstable and having difficulty coping with personal relationships not well adjusted
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an indefinite or unknown location in or at or to some place; (`someplace' is used informally for `somewhere')
the most interesting or memorable part an area of lightness in a picture move into the foreground to make more visible or prominent apply a highlighter to one's cheeks or eyebrows in order to make them more prominent
exhale hard be blowing or storming free of obstruction by blowing air through be in motion due to some air or water current make a sound as if blown shape by blowing make a mess of, destroy or ruin spend thoughtlessly; throw away spend lavishly or wastefully on sound by having air expelled through a tube play or sound a wind instrument provide sexual gratification through oral stimulation cause air to go in, on, or through cause to move by means of an air current spout moist air from the blowhole leave; informal or rude lay eggs cause to be revealed and jeopardized show off allow to regain its breath melt, break, or become otherwise unusable burst suddenly being moved or acted upon by moving air or vapor breathing laboriously or convulsively
become of; happen to happen, occur, or be the case in the course of events or by chance
the state capital and largest city of Colorado; located in central Colorado on the South Platte river
a quality of extreme unpleasantness
the act or process of producing something a presentation for the stage or screen or radio or television an artifact that has been created by someone or some process (law) the act of exhibiting in a court of law the quantity of something (as a commodity) that is created (usually within a given period of time) a display that is exaggerated or unduly complicated (economics) manufacturing or mining or growing something (usually in large quantities) for sale the creation of value or wealth by producing goods and services
represent as less significant or important exhibiting restrained good taste
an interest followed with exaggerated zeal
capable of being done with means at hand and circumstances as they are
any of several aromatic herbs or subshrubs of the genus Satureja having spikes of flowers attractive to bees dwarf aromatic shrub of Mediterranean regions either of two aromatic herbs of the mint family an aromatic or spicy dish served at the end of dinner or as an hors d'oeuvre morally wholesome or acceptable having an agreeably pungent taste pleasing to the sense of taste
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remove adhering flesh from (hides) when preparing leather manufacture
(physics) a deformation of an object in which parallel planes remain parallel but are shifted in a direction parallel to themselves a large edge tool that cuts sheet metal by passing a blade through it cut with shears shear the wool from cut or cut through with shears become deformed by forces tending to produce a shearing strain
extending the legs at right angles to the trunk (one in front and the other in back) a bottle containing half the usual amount a promised or claimed share of loot or money a lengthwise crack in wood an opening made forcibly as by pulling apart an old Croatian city on the Adriatic Sea a dessert of sliced fruit and ice cream covered with whipped cream and cherries and nuts (tenpin bowling) a divided formation of pins left standing after the first bowl an increase in the number of outstanding shares of a corporation without changing the shareholders' equity the act of rending or ripping or splitting something division of a group into opposing factions separate into parts or portions separate or cut with a tool, such as a sharp instrument discontinue an association or relation; go different ways go one's own way; move apart come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure having been divided; having the unity destroyed (especially of wood) cut or ripped longitudinally with the grain
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that time; that moment at a specific prior time subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors) in that case or as a consequence at that time
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have an effect upon act physically on; have an effect upon connect closely and often incriminatingly make believe with the intent to deceive have an emotional or cognitive impact upon acted upon; influenced speaking or behaving in an artificial way to make an impression being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion
a piece broken off or cut off of something else a broken piece of a brittle artifact an incomplete piece break or cause to break into pieces
an abrupt spasmodic movement pull, or move with a sudden movement move with abrupt, seemingly uncontrolled motions make an uncontrolled, short, jerky motion jump vertically, with legs stiff and back arched throw or toss with a quick motion lacking a steady rhythm
migratory grasshoppers of warm regions having short antennae hardwood from any of various locust trees any of various hardwood trees of the family Leguminosae
strongbox where valuables can be safely kept a ventilated or refrigerated cupboard for securing provisions from pests contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse free from danger or the risk of harm (of an undertaking) secure from risk having reached a base without being put out financially sound
be incompatible; be or come into conflict cause to collide crash together with violent impact
speak haltingly
some abrupt occurrence that interrupts an ongoing activity an unexpected piece of good luck (geology) a crack in the earth's crust resulting from the displacement of one side with respect to the other a personal or social separation (as between opposing factions) a pause from doing something (as work) the act of breaking something a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something breaking of hard tissue such as bone the occurrence of breaking an abrupt change in the tone or register of the voice (as at puberty or due to emotion) the opening shot that scatters the balls in billiards or pool (tennis) a score consisting of winning a game when your opponent was serving an act of delaying or interrupting the continuity a sudden dash any frame in which a bowler fails to make a strike or spare an escape from jail terminate become separated into pieces or fragments render inoperable or ineffective ruin completely destroy the integrity of; usually by force; cause to separate into pieces or fragments act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises move away or escape suddenly scatter or part force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up prevent completion enter someone's (virtual or real) property in an unauthorized manner, usually with the intent to steal or commit a violent act make submissive, obedient, or useful fail to agree with; be in violation of; as of rules or patterns surpass in excellence make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret come into being stop operating or functioning interrupt a continued activity make a rupture in the ranks of the enemy or one's own by quitting or fleeing curl over and fall apart in surf or foam, of waves lessen in force or effect be broken in come to an end vary or interrupt a uniformity or continuity cause to give up a habit give up come forth or begin from a state of latency happen or take place cause the failure or ruin of invalidate by judicial action discontinue an association or relation; go different ways assign to a lower position; reduce in rank reduce to bankruptcy change directions suddenly emerge from the surface of a body of water break down, literally or metaphorically do a break dance exchange for smaller units of money destroy the completeness of a set of related items make the opening shot that scatters the balls separate from a clinch, in boxing go to pieces break a piece from a whole become punctured or penetrated pierce or penetrate be released or become known; of news cease an action temporarily interrupt the flow of current in undergo breaking find a flaw in find the solution or key to change suddenly from one tone quality or register to another happen become fractured; break or crack on the surface only crack; of the male voice in puberty fall sharply fracture a bone of diminish or discontinue abruptly weaken or destroy in spirit or body
an unofficial association of people or groups instrumentalists not including string players a stripe or stripes of contrasting color an adornment consisting of a strip of a contrasting color or material a group of musicians playing popular music for dancing a range of frequencies between two limits a thin flat strip of flexible material that is worn around the body or one of the limbs (especially to decorate the body) a cord-like tissue connecting two larger parts of an anatomical structure jewelry consisting of a circlet of precious metal (often set with jewels) worn on the finger a driving belt in machinery a thin flat strip or loop of flexible material that goes around or over something else, typically to hold it together or as a decoration a strip of material attached to the leg of a bird to identify it (as in studies of bird migration) a restraint put around something to hold it together bind or tie together, as with a band attach a ring to the foot of, in order to identify
a vigorous blow a sudden very loud noise a border of hair that is cut short and hangs across the forehead the swift release of a store of affective force a conspicuous success strike violently to produce a sharp often metallic explosive or percussive sound close violently move noisily have sexual intercourse with leap, jerk, bang directly
cases used to carry belongings when traveling a worthless or immoral woman the portable equipment and supplies of an army
offensive to the mind possessing the ability to repel so extremely ugly as to be terrifying
(used of conduct or character) deserving or bringing disgrace or shame giving offense to moral sensibilities and injurious to reputation
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financial return or reward (especially returns equal to the initial investment) the act of taking revenge (harming someone in retaliation for something harmful that they have done) especially in the next life; I will repay, saith the Lord"--Romans 12:19
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give moral or emotional strength to cause to feel better affording physical relief freeing from fear and anxiety
semiformal evening dress for men
sloping land (especially the slope beside a body of water) a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities a long ridge or pile an arrangement of similar objects in a row or in tiers a supply or stock held in reserve for future use (especially in emergencies) the funds held by a gambling house or the dealer in some gambling games a slope in the turn of a road or track; the outside is higher than the inside in order to reduce the effects of centrifugal force a container (usually with a slot in the top) for keeping money at home a building in which the business of banking transacted a flight maneuver; aircraft tips laterally about its longitudinal axis (especially in turning) tip laterally enclose with a bank do business with a bank or keep an account at a bank act as the banker in a game or in gambling be in the banking business put into a bank account cover with ashes so to control the rate of burning have confidence or faith in
food made from dough of flour or meal and usually raised with yeast or baking powder and then baked informal terms for money cover with bread crumbs
cause to be embarrassed; cause to feel self-conscious hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of feeling or caused to feel uneasy and self-conscious made to feel uncomfortable because of shame or wounded pride
evoking lifelike images within the mind free from artificiality
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unwillingness to tell lies
abounding in rocks or stones causing or characterized by jolts and irregular movements liable to rock full of hardship or trials
vigorous and enthusiastic enjoyment spicy or savory condiment the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
a share of money or food or clothing that has been charitably given money received from the state
to a moderately sufficient extent or degree with good sense or in a reasonable or intelligent manner
an unvarying or habitual method or procedure a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program
in an alternating sequence or position
a metric unit of capacity, formerly defined as the volume of one kilogram of pure water under standard conditions; now equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters (or approximately 1.75 pints) the cardinal number that is the product of ten and five a cgs unit of illumination equal to the brightness of a perfectly diffusing surface that emits or reflects one lumen per square centimeter the 12th letter of the Roman alphabet being ten more than forty
of or relating to or incorporating the methods and theory of psychiatric treatment originated by Sigmund Freud
pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become become larger, greater, or bigger; expand or gain increase in size by natural process cause to grow or develop develop and reach maturity; undergo maturation come into existence; take on form or shape cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) grow emotionally or mature become attached by or as if by the process of growth
thickly covered with ingrained dirt or soot (of color) discolored by impurities; not bright and clear causing dejection
an abundant source the source of water from which a stream arises
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construct a myth make into a myth
showing reason or sound judgment not excessive or extreme marked by sound judgment
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a narrow street with walls on both sides a lane down which a bowling ball is rolled toward pins
food for domestic livestock provide as food give food to feed into; supply introduce continuously support or promote take in food; used of animals only serve as food for; be the food for move along, of liquids profit from in an exploitatory manner gratify provide with fertilizers or add nutrients to
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Venezuelan master terrorist raised by a Marxist-Leninist father; trained and worked with many terrorist groups (born in 1949)
someone who works underwater someone who dives (into water) large somewhat primitive fish-eating diving bird of the northern hemisphere having webbed feet placed far back; related to the grebes
raise from a lower to a higher position take hold of something and move it to a different location move upwards move upward make audible cancel officially make off with belongings of others raise or haul up with or as if with mechanical help invigorate or heighten raise in rank or condition take off or away by decreasing rise up pay off (a mortgage) take without referencing from someone else's writing or speech; of intellectual property take illegally fly people or goods to or from places not accessible by other means take (root crops) out of the ground call to stop the hunt or to retire, as of hunting dogs rise upward, as from pressure or moisture put an end to remove (hair) by scalping remove from a seedbed or from a nursery remove from a surface perform cosmetic surgery on someone's face held up in the air
an elaborate and systematic plan of action a statement that evades the question by cleverness or trickery a group of independent but interrelated elements comprising a unified whole an internal representation of the world; an organization of concepts and actions that can be revised by new information about the world a schematic or preliminary plan form intrigues (for) in an underhand manner devise a system or form a scheme for
work out undergo development or evolution gain through experience
(criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act an evil act not necessarily punishable by law
go along the rim, like a beard around the chin having hair on the cheeks and chin having a growth of hairlike awns
the act of preventing something by anticipating and disposing of it effectively
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avatar of Vishnu whose name is synonymous with God; any of three incarnations: Ramachandra or Parashurama or Balarama
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degree of figurative distance or separation;  remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract remove from a position or an office dispose of cause to leave shift the position or location of, as for business, legal, educational, or military purposes go away or leave kill intentionally and with premeditation get rid of something abstract
a periodic publication containing pictures and stories and articles of interest to those who purchase it or subscribe to it product consisting of a paperback periodic publication as a physical object a business firm that publishes magazines a light-tight supply chamber holding the film and supplying it for exposure as required a storehouse (as a compartment on a warship) where weapons and ammunition are stored a metal frame or container holding cartridges; can be inserted into an automatic gun
come up, as of a liquid
easily perceived; easy to become aware of capable of being recognized
equip with a motor vehicle equip with a motor equip with armed and armored motor vehicles equipped with a motor or motors using vehicles
(often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent turn sharply; change direction abruptly move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner kill intentionally and with premeditation
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move with a whining sound talk in a tearful manner make a high-pitched, screeching noise complain whiningly
coarse jute fabric
an interconnected system of things or people (broadcasting) a communication system consisting of a group of broadcasting stations that all transmit the same programs an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals a system of intersecting lines or channels (electronics) a system of interconnected electronic components or circuits communicate with and within a group
equipment for taking photographs (usually consisting of a lightproof box with a lens at one end and light-sensitive film at the other) television equipment consisting of a lens system that focuses an image on a photosensitive mosaic that is scanned by an electron beam
German engineer (born in France) who invented the diesel engine (1858-1913) an internal-combustion engine that burns heavy oil
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and four being ten more than thirty
anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found an individual that one is not acquainted with
an association of people who share common beliefs or activities the state of being with someone money granted (by a university or foundation or other agency) for advanced study or research
(Old Testament) a youth who was taken into the court of Nebuchadnezzar and given divine protection when thrown into a den of lions (6th century BC) a wise and upright judge an Old Testament book that tells of the apocalyptic visions and the experiences of Daniel in the court of Nebuchadnezzar
a feeling of deep regret (usually for some misdeed)
a secondary school (usually private) an institution for the advancement of art or science or literature a school for special training a learned establishment for the advancement of knowledge
the branches of medical science that deal with nonsurgical techniques (medicine) something that treats or prevents or alleviates the symptoms of disease the learned profession that is mastered by graduate training in a medical school and that is devoted to preventing or alleviating or curing diseases and injuries punishment for one's actions treat medicinally, treat with medicine
United States general in the Union Army who was defeated at Chancellorsville by Robert E. Lee (1814-1879) English theologian (1554-1600) a prostitute who attracts customers by walking the streets a golfer whose shots typically curve left (for right-handed golfers) (rugby) the player in the middle of the front row of the scrum who tries to capture the ball with the foot
Jewish heroine in one of the books of the Apocrypha; she saved her people by decapitating the Assyrian general Holofernes an Apocryphal book telling how Judith saved her people
move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner to pass or move unobtrusively or smoothly move smoothly along a surface being a smooth continuous motion
United States golfer who won many major golf tournaments (1912-1997) a Navajo lodge covered with earth; traditionally built with the entrance facing east
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drench or submerge or be drenched or submerged fill quickly beyond capacity; as with a liquid
like or containing meat; let's have a meaty meal" being on topic and prompting thought
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the upper part of anything the highest or uppermost side of anything the top or extreme point of something (usually a mountain or hill) the first half of an inning; while the visiting team is at bat the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development the greatest possible intensity platform surrounding the head of a lower mast a conical child's plaything tapering to a steel point on which it can be made to spin covering for a hole (especially a hole in the top of a container) a garment (especially for women) that extends from the shoulders to the waist or hips a canvas tent to house the audience at a circus performance be superior or better than some standard pass by, over, or under without making contact be at the top of or constitute the top or highest point be ahead of others; be the first provide with a top or finish the top (of a structure) reach or ascend the top of strike (the top part of a ball in golf, baseball, or pool) giving it a forward spin cut the top off be the culminating event finish up or conclude of the highest quality
establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts strengthen or make more firm make more firm support a person for a position administer the rite of confirmation to
a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated the ideal in terms of which something can be judged a board measure = 1980 board feet the value behind the money in a monetary system an upright pole or beam (especially one used as a support) any distinctive flag conforming to or constituting a standard of measurement or value; or of the usual or regularized or accepted kind commonly used or supplied established or well-known or widely recognized as a model of authority or excellence conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers regularly and widely used or sold
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characterized by intense emotion extremely hot
a style of fast heavy electronic dance music usually without vocals
the feeling that accompanies something extremely surprising
people who have been introduced to the mysteries of some field or activity make understand give spiritual insight to; in religion make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear having knowledge and spiritual insight characterized by full comprehension of the problem involved
in a bland manner
provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes guarantee payment on; of checks authorize officially guarantee as meeting a certain standard declare legally insane endorsed authoritatively as having met certain requirements fit to be certified as insane (and treated accordingly) holding appropriate documentation and officially on record as qualified to perform a specified function or practice a specified skill
any of various long-tailed primates (excluding the prosimians) one who is playfully mischievous play around with or alter or falsify, usually secretively or dishonestly do random, unplanned work or activities or spend time idly
an excavation; usually a quarry or mine turn up, loosen, or remove earth
a disease of the central nervous system affecting especially horses and cattle; characterized by an unsteady swaying gait and frequent falling an unsteady uneven gait walk as if unable to control one's movements walk with great difficulty to arrange in a systematic order astound or overwhelm, as with shock
of persons; marked by failure to realize full potentialities
get or find back; recover the use of get over an illness or shock regain a former condition after a financial loss regain or make up for reuse (materials from waste products) cover anew returning to health after illness or debility
make or cause to be or to become bring into existence pursue a creative activity; be engaged in a creative activity invest with a new title, office, or rank create by artistic means create or manufacture a man-made product
to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling) moving in a twisting or snake-like or wormlike fashion
an exile who flees for safety
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make or cause to be or to become bring into existence pursue a creative activity; be engaged in a creative activity invest with a new title, office, or rank create by artistic means create or manufacture a man-made product
very bad infested with lice vile; despicable
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
a soft partly suppressed laugh laugh quietly or with restraint
the metal bob of a plumb line drop sharply
feeling self-importance
a strange attitude or habit
sealed vessel where water is converted to steam a metal pot for stewing or boiling; usually has a lid
create (as an entity) cause to be structured or ordered or operating according to some principle or idea plan and direct (a complex undertaking) bring order and organization to arrange by systematic planning and united effort form or join a union
cause to lose courage discouraging through fear
a substance similar to stucco but exclusively applied to masonry walls cause to become give something useful or necessary to give an interpretation or rendition of give or supply pass down make over as a return give back to surrender someone or something to another show in, or as in, a picture coat with plastic or cement bestow restate (words) from one language into another language melt (fat or lard) in order to separate out impurities
a mistake in calculating
singing in a soft low tone the act of singing popular songs in a sentimental manner sing softly
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the number of openings per linear inch of a screen; measures size of particles contact by fitting together the topology of a network whose components are all connected directly to every other component an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals the act of interlocking or meshing keep engaged coordinate in such a way that all parts work together effectively work together in harmony entangle or catch in (or as if in) a mesh
any of various alternatives; some other
in a thoughtful manner showing consideration and thoughtfulness
a professional performer who tells jokes and performs comical acts arousing or provoking laughter of or relating to or characteristic of comedy
a twisted and tangled mass that is highly interwoven something jumbled or confused force into some kind of situation, condition, or course of action tangle or complicate disarrange or rumple; dishevel twist together or entwine into a confusing mass
of or relating to electronics; concerned with or using devices that operate on principles governing the behavior of electrons of or concerned with electrons
a magic power or magic spell
assign a rank or rating to be worthy of or have a certain rating estimate the value of desert one's party or group of friends, for example, for one's personal advantage employ scabs or strike breakers in take the place of work of someone on strike give (hair) the appearance of being fuller by using a rat catch rats, especially with dogs give away information about somebody
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the act of playing a percussion instrument the act of exploding a percussion cap the section of a band or orchestra that plays percussion instruments tapping a part of the body for diagnostic purposes
(cricket) the division of play during which six balls are bowled at the batsman by one player from the other team from the same end of the pitch
enticing someone astray from right behavior an act of winning the love or sexual favor of someone
lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer relatively long in duration; tediously protracted
existing in great number or quantity affording an abundant supply producing in abundance
mutual or reciprocal relation or relatedness
affected manners intended to impress others a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of the region above the ground a distinctive but intangible quality surrounding a person or thing a slight wind (usually refreshing) the mass of air surrounding the Earth once thought to be one of four elements composing the universe (Empedocles) a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence medium for radio and television broadcasting travel via aircraft expose to fresh air be broadcast broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television make public expose to warm or heated air, so as to dry expose to cool or cold air so as to cool or freshen
a middle way between two extremes an accommodation in which both sides make concessions make a compromise; arrive at a compromise; we all must compromise" settle by concession expose or make liable to danger, suspicion, or disrepute
the act of making and recording a measurement the act of observing; taking a patient look a remark expressing careful consideration facts learned by observing the act of noticing or paying attention
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a secret agent who was one of the Navajos who devised and used a code based on their native language; the code was unbroken by the Japanese during World War II
open to or abounding in fresh air not practical or realizable; speculative having little or no perceptible weight; so light as to resemble air characterized by lightness and insubstantiality; as impalpable or intangible as air
in a purposeful manner
a room or building equipped with one or more toilets youngest son of Henry II; King of England from 1199 to 1216; succeeded to the throne on the death of his brother Richard I; lost his French possessions; in 1215 John was compelled by the barons to sign the Magna Carta (1167-1216) (New Testament) disciple of Jesus; traditionally said to be the author of the 4th Gospel and three epistles and the book of Revelation a prostitute's customer the last of the four Gospels in the New Testament
a member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times; occurs in many breeds a dull unattractive unpleasant girl or woman informal term for a man someone who is morally reprehensible a smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked; often served on a bread roll a hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward metal supports for logs in a fireplace go after with the intent to catch
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treat, mention, or speak to rudely
a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings the part of a thoroughfare between the sidewalks; the part of the thoroughfare on which vehicles travel the streets of a city viewed as a depressed environment in which there is poverty and crime and prostitution and dereliction a situation offering opportunities people living or working on the same street
marked by excessive enthusiasm for and intense devotion to a cause or idea
in a joyous manner in an unexpectedly lucky way
refuse to accept or acknowledge refuse to accept deem wrong or inappropriate reject with contempt resist immunologically the introduction of some foreign tissue or organ refuse entrance or membership dismiss from consideration or a contest rebuffed (by a lover) without warning
any materials unused and rejected as worthless or unwanted useless or profitless activity; using or expending or consuming thoughtlessly or carelessly the trait of wasting resources an uninhabited wilderness that is worthless for cultivation (law) reduction in the value of an estate caused by act or neglect spend thoughtlessly; throw away use inefficiently or inappropriately get rid of run off as waste get rid of (someone who may be a threat) by killing spend extravagantly lose vigor, health, or flesh, as through grief cause to grow thin or weak cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly become physically weaker
force into some kind of situation, condition, or course of action
sensationalist journalism newspaper with half-size pages
spend thoughtlessly; throw away use inefficiently or inappropriately get rid of run off as waste get rid of (someone who may be a threat) by killing spend extravagantly lose vigor, health, or flesh, as through grief cause to grow thin or weak cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly become physically weaker serving no useful purpose; having no excuse for being not used to good advantage (of an organ or body part) diminished in size or strength as a result of disease or injury or lack of use very thin especially from disease or hunger or cold
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leniency and compassion shown toward offenders by a person or agency charged with administering justice a disposition to be kind and forgiving the feeling that motivates compassion something for which to be thankful alleviation of distress; showing great kindness toward the distressed
the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture United States politician and jurist who served as chief justice of the United States Supreme Court (1808-1873) a rectangular metal frame used in letterpress printing to hold together the pages or columns of composed type that are printed at one time go after with the intent to catch pursue someone sexually or romantically cut a groove into cut a furrow into a columns
provide with a combustible substance that provides energy provide with fuel take in fuel, as of a ship stimulate
a reference point to shoot at a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence the location of the target that is to be hit sports equipment consisting of an object set up for a marksman or archer to aim at the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable) intend (something) to move towards a certain goal
praise, glorify, or honor bestow glory upon elevate or idealize, in allusion to Christ's transfiguration cause to seem more splendid accorded sacrosanct or authoritative standing
not to be accounted for or explained
(physics) a device that attracts iron and produces a magnetic field a characteristic that provides pleasure and attracts
the place where some action occurs an incident (real or imaginary) the visual percept of a region a consecutive series of pictures that constitutes a unit of action in a film a situation treated as an observable object a subdivision of an act of a play a display of bad temper graphic art consisting of the graphic or photographic representation of a visual percept the context and environment in which something is set the painted structures of a stage set that are intended to suggest a particular locale
show to a seat; assign a seat for be able to seat place ceremoniously or formally in an office or position put a seat on a chair provide with seats place or attach firmly in or on a base place in or on a seat (of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks
French film maker influenced by surrealism; early work explored the documentary use of film; noted for innovative techniques (born in 1930)
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extremely well in an impressively beautiful manner
the state of having committed an offense remorse caused by feeling responsible for some offense
in a wistful manner
of or relating to the study of history having once lived or existed or taken place in the real world as distinct from being legendary belonging to the past; of what is important or famous in the past used of the study of a phenomenon (especially language) as it changes through time
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accept as a challenge put a harness seize and throw down an opponent player, who usually carries the ball
indirect in departing from the accepted or proper way; misleading characterized by insincerity or deceit; evasive deviating from a straight course
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possession of controlling influence (physics) the rate of doing work; measured in watts (= joules/second) possession of the qualities (especially mental qualities) required to do something or get something done (of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power one possessing or exercising power or influence or authority a mathematical notation indicating the number of times a quantity is multiplied by itself physical strength a state powerful enough to influence events throughout the world a very wealthy or powerful businessman supply the force or power for the functioning of
an arithmetic operation in which the difference between two numbers is calculated on the negative side or lower end of a scale involving disadvantage or harm
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something a reason for wanting something done the power of attracting or holding one's attention (because it is unusual or exciting etc.) a fixed charge for borrowing money; usually a percentage of the amount borrowed (law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something (usually plural) a social group whose members control some field of activity and who have common aims a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly) excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of be on the mind of be of importance or consequence
half woman and half fish; lives in the sea
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magnifier of the image of small objects
something that has been written again write differently; alter the writing of rewrite so as to make fit to suit a new or different purpose
regard highly; think much of show respect towards
a word picture of a person's appearance and character any likeness of a person, in any medium
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the feeling that things will turn out badly a general disposition to look on the dark side and to expect the worst in all things
full of flavor
interpret in the wrong way
unusual largeness in size or extent or number
hold spellbound attract; cause to be enamored cast a spell over someone or something; put a hex on someone or something influenced as by charms or incantations
someone who engages in sports
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how something is done or how it happens a way of acting or behaving a kind
in a manner that relieves fatigue and restores vitality in a pleasantly novel manner
a farm building for housing horses or other livestock a compartment in a stable where a single animal is confined and fed small area set off by walls for special use a booth where articles are displayed for sale a malfunction in the flight of an aircraft in which there is a sudden loss of lift that results in a downward plunge seating in the forward part of the main level of a theater small individual study area in a library a tactic used to mislead or delay postpone doing what one should be doing come to a stop deliberately delay an event or action put into, or keep in, a stall experience a stall in flight, of airplanes cause an airplane to go into a stall cause an engine to stop
be present or associated with an event or entity go or travel along with perform an accompaniment to be a companion to somebody
lacking in interest or care or feeling easy in mind; not worried not occupied or engaged with
someone who travels widely and often
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a quiet song intended to lull a child to sleep the act of singing a quiet song to lull a child to sleep
a toothed wheel that engages another toothed mechanism in order to change the speed or direction of transmitted motion wheelwork consisting of a connected set of rotating gears by which force is transmitted or motion or torque is changed a mechanism for transmitting motion for some specific purpose (as the steering gear of a vehicle) equipment consisting of miscellaneous articles needed for a particular operation or sport etc. set the level or character of
to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means :"She forced him to take a job in the city" urge or force (a person) to an action; constrain or motivate move with force, "He pushed the table into a corner" impose urgently, importunately, or inexorably squeeze like a wedge into a tight space force into or from an action or state, either physically or metaphorically cause to move by pulling do forcibly; exert force take by force produced by or subjected to forcing forced or compelled made necessary by an unexpected situation or emergency lacking spontaneity; not natural
reflect deeply on a subject
the property of being physically or mentally strong capability in terms of personnel and materiel that affect the capacity to fight a war physical energy or intensity an asset of special worth or utility the power to induce the taking of a course of action or the embracing of a point of view by means of argument or entreaty the amount of energy transmitted (as by acoustic or electromagnetic radiation) capacity to produce strong physiological or chemical effects the condition of financial success permanence by virtue of the power to resist stress or force
not fake or counterfeit not pretended; sincerely felt or expressed being or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something
become broader or wider or more extensive make (clothes) larger make wider extend in scope or range or area
remove with or as if with a ladle fill or place a load on remove with or as if with a ladle fill or place a load on filled with a great quantity burdened psychologically or mentally
suited to your comfort or purpose or needs large and roomy (`convenient' is archaic in this sense)
the second of two or the second mentioned of two referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)
trousers that end at or above the knee underpants worn by men the location on a baseball field where the shortstop is stationed accidental contact between two points in an electric circuit that have a potential difference the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed between second and third base cheat someone by not returning him enough money create a short circuit in
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the subject matter of a conversation or discussion something (a person or object or scene) selected by an artist or photographer for graphic representation a branch of knowledge some situation or event that is thought about (grammar) one of the two main constituents of a sentence; the grammatical constituent about which something is predicated a person who is subjected to experimental or other observational procedures; someone who is an object of investigation a person who owes allegiance to that nation (logic) the first term of a proposition cause to experience or suffer or make liable or vulnerable to make accountable for make subservient; force to submit or subdue refer for judgment or consideration
something that is an indulgence rather than a necessity the quality possessed by something that is excessively expensive wealth as evidenced by sumptuous living
a powerful effect or influence (physics) the influence that produces a change in a physical quantity physical energy or intensity group of people willing to obey orders a unit that is part of some military service an act of aggression (as one against a person who resists) one possessing or exercising power or influence or authority a group of people having the power of effective action (of a law) having legal validity a putout of a base runner who is required to run; the putout is accomplished by holding the ball while touching the base to which the runner must advance before the runner reaches that base to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means :"She forced him to take a job in the city" urge or force (a person) to an action; constrain or motivate move with force, "He pushed the table into a corner" impose urgently, importunately, or inexorably squeeze like a wedge into a tight space force into or from an action or state, either physically or metaphorically cause to move by pulling do forcibly; exert force take by force
make amorous advances towards have a love affair with talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions tell romantic or exaggerated lies
the act of swimming travel through water be afloat either on or below a liquid surface and not sink to the bottom be dizzy or giddy be covered with or submerged in a liquid move as if gliding through water
a man who performs feats of strength at a fair or circus a powerful political figure who rules by the exercise of force or violence
a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat) closing one eye quickly as a signal a reflex that closes and opens the eyes rapidly signal by winking gleam or glow intermittently briefly shut the eyes force to go away by blinking
ellipse in which the two axes are of equal length; a plane curve generated by one point moving at a constant distance from a fixed point an unofficial association of people or groups something approximating the shape of a circle movement once around a course a road junction at which traffic streams circularly around a central island street names for flunitrazepan a curved section or tier of seats in a hall or theater or opera house; usually the first tier above the orchestra any circular or rotating mechanism travel around something move in circles form a circle around
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a sauce made by adding stock, flour, or other ingredients to the juice and fat that drips from cooking meats the seasoned but not thickened juices that drip from cooking meats; often a little water is added a sudden happening that brings good fortune (as a sudden opportunity to make money)
come into the possession of something concrete or abstract take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) locate (a moving entity) by means of a tracking system such as radar win something through one's efforts gain knowledge or skills gain through experience
(Greek mythology) the first woman; created by Hephaestus on orders from Zeus who presented her to Epimetheus along with a box filled with evils
a prominent status unusual largeness in size or extent or number the quality of being magnificent or splendid or grand splendid or imposing in size or appearance
Australian physician and bacteriologist who described the bacterium that causes undulant fever or brucellosis (1855-1931) king of Scotland from 1306 to 1329; defeated the English army under Edward II at Bannockburn and gained recognition of Scottish independence (1274-1329)
mental turmoil an obstacle to attention an entertainment that provokes pleased interest and distracts you from worries and vexations the act of distracting; drawing someone's attention away from something
the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on a pompous fool hardy and sure-footed animal smaller and with longer ears than the horse slang for sexual intercourse evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of charge (a person or a property) with a payment, such as a tax or a fine set or determine the amount of (a payment such as a fine) estimate the value of (property) for taxation
the branch of morphology that deals with the structure of animals alternative names for the body of a human being a detailed analysis
lack of an intervening or mediating agency immediate intuitive awareness the quickness of action or occurrence
a republic in central Europe; split into East Germany and West Germany after World War II and reunited in 1990
end, especially to reach a final or climactic stage bring to a head or to the highest point reach the highest or most decisive point reach the highest altitude or the meridian, of a celestial body rise to, or form, a summit
a written version of a play or other dramatic composition; used in preparing for a performance something written by hand a particular orthography or writing system write a script for
the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit the act of using systematic training by multiple repetitions a task performed or problem solved in order to develop skill or understanding (usually plural) a ceremony that involves processions and speeches put to use carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions give a workout to do physical exercise learn by repetition
an examination and dissection of a dead body to determine cause of death or the changes produced by disease perform an autopsy on a dead body; do a post-mortem
death of a person a place for the burial of a corpse (especially beneath the ground and marked by a tombstone) a mark (`) placed above a vowel to indicate pronunciation shape (a material like stone or wood) by whittling away at it carve, cut, or etch into a material or surface dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises causing fear or anxiety by threatening great harm of great gravity or crucial import; requiring serious thought
relating to or in the manner of Franz Kafka or his writings characterized by surreal distortion and a sense of impending danger
lower someone's spirits; make downhearted lower (prices or markets) cause to drop or sink press down lessen the activity or force of causing sad feelings of gloom and inadequacy
an arithmetic operation performed on floating-point numbers someone who is unsuccessful a complete failure the act of throwing yourself down fall loosely fall suddenly and abruptly fail utterly; collapse
a person who uses goods or services
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not complete or total; not completed not yet finished
make a mathematical calculation or computation judge to be probable keep an account of predict in advance specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public have faith or confidence in carefully thought out in advance
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any new participant in some activity a recent arrival
low land that is seasonally flooded; has more woody plants than a marsh and better drainage than a bog a situation fraught with difficulties and imponderables drench or submerge or be drenched or submerged fill quickly beyond capacity; as with a liquid
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to a great depth psychologically to a great depth; far down
wisdom that is recondite and abstruse and profound intellectual depth; penetrating knowledge; keen insight; etc the intellectual ability to penetrate deeply into ideas the quality of being physically deep
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a vague idea in which some confidence is placed a general inclusive concept an odd or fanciful or capricious idea (usually plural) small personal articles or clothing or sewing items
formality and propriety of manner something kept back or saved for future use or a special purpose an athlete who plays only when a starter on the team is replaced (medicine) potential capacity to respond in order to maintain vital functions a district that is reserved for particular purpose armed forces that are not on active duty but can be called in an emergency the trait of being uncommunicative; not volunteering anything more than necessary hold back or set aside, especially for future use or contingency give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause obtain or arrange (for oneself) in advance arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance
without question and beyond doubt
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a metallic tapping sound any of two families of small parasitic arachnids with barbed proboscis; feed on blood of warm-blooded animals a mark indicating that something has been noted or completed etc. a light mattress make a clicking or ticking sound make a sound like a clock or a timer sew put a check mark on or near or next to
in a subtle manner
showing deep-seated resentment
move unsteadily, with a rocking motion
United States rock star singer and pianist (born in 1935) United States athlete who won gold medals at the Olympics for his skill in sprinting and jumping (born in 1961) United States explorer and soldier who lead led an expedition from St. Louis to the mouth of the Columbia River (1774-1809) United States labor leader who was president of the United Mine Workers of America from 1920 to 1960 and president of the Congress of Industrial Organizations from 1935 to 1940 (1880-1969) United States novelist who satirized middle-class America in his novel Main Street (1885-1951) English critic and novelist; author of theological works and of books for children (1898-1963)
place into or assign to a category
affording no ease or reassurance fraught with danger not secure; beset with difficulties
covered with or smelling of mold stale and unclean smelling
in a peacefully serene manner
(quantifier used with mass nouns) small in quantity or degree; not much or almost none or (with `a') at least some lacking substance or significance; a fragile claim to fame" being of delicate or slender build
having or revealing stupidity
difficult to detect or grasp by the mind or analyze able to make fine distinctions working or spreading in a hidden and usually injurious way
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a native or inhabitant of Australia the Austronesian languages spoken by Australian aborigines of or relating to or characteristic of Australia or its inhabitants or its languages
derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in have benefit from get pleasure from have for one's benefit take delight in
slices of bread that have been toasted a celebrity who receives much acclaim and attention a person in desperate straits; someone doomed a drink in honor of or to the health of a person or event make brown and crisp by heating propose a toast to
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(of the voice) not inflected not inflected expressing a grammatical category by using two or more words rather than inflection
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similarity in appearance or external or superficial details
unpleasantly in or as if in pain
a persistently annoying person a boy or man
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a string of words satisfying the grammatical rules of a language (criminal law) a final judgment of guilty in a criminal case and the punishment that is imposed the period of time a prisoner is imprisoned pronounce a sentence on (somebody) in a court of law
a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day
marked by courage and determination in the face of difficulties or danger; robust and uninhibited; it was a gutsy thing to do"
the display of a motion picture fabric of metal or plastic mesh the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it testing objects or persons in order to identify those with particular characteristics test or examine for the presence of disease or infection examine methodically examine in order to test suitability project onto a screen for viewing prevent from entering separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm
carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in follow in or as if in pursuit go in search of or hunt for carry further or advance following in order to overtake or capture or as accompaniment to such pursuit
a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways the arrangement of the body and its limbs a theatrical pose created for effect position of aircraft or spacecraft relative to a frame of reference (the horizon or direction of motion)
having the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task sufficient for the purpose about average; acceptable
wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner play boisterously exhibiting or calling for sportsmanship or fair play relating to or used in sports involving risk or willingness to take a risk preoccupied with the pursuit of pleasure and especially games of chance
the complex of all the attributes--behavioral, temperamental, emotional and mental--that characterize a unique individual a person of considerable prominence
one who precedes you in time (as in holding a position or office) something that precedes and indicates the approach of something or someone
an uproarious party the syllable naming the first (tonic) note of any major scale in solmization doctor's degree in osteopathy engage in carry out or perform an action get (something) done proceed or get along give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity create or design, often in a certain way behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself spend time in prison or in a labor camp carry on or function arrange attractively travel or traverse (a distance)
to travel for the purpose of discovery a careful systematic search a systematic consideration
fill with terror; frighten greatly causing extreme terror
(Christian theology) the love of God or Christ for mankind selfless love of one person for another without sexual implications (especially love that is spiritual in nature) a religious meal shared as a sign of love and fellowship with the mouth wide open as in wonder or awe
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a feeling of strong eagerness (usually in favor of a person or cause) intense feeling of love feelings of great warmth and intensity
a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies
like better; value more highly select as an alternative over another promote over another give preference to one creditor over another more desirable than another preferred above all others and treated with partiality
an official prosecutor for a judicial district
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wound by piercing with a sharp or penetrating object or instrument cut into gores
follow stealthily or recur constantly and spontaneously to haunt like a ghost; pursue be a regular or frequent visitor to a certain place having or showing excessive or compulsive concern with something showing emotional affliction or disquiet inhabited by or as if by apparitions
involved in or characterized by deliberation and discussion and examination
a period of time when something (as a machine or factory) is not operating (especially as a result of malfunctions)
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in a vivid manner
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dust consisting of a mixture of small coal fragments and coal dust and dirt that sifts out when coal is passed over a sieve a noticeable deterioration in performance or quality a stretch of water without current or movement a soft wet area of low-lying land that sinks underfoot the quality of being loose (not taut) a cord or rope or cable that is hanging loosely avoid responsibilities and work, be idle be inattentive to, or neglect release tension on make less active or fast become slow or slower make less active or intense become less in amount or intensity cause to heat and crumble by treatment with water not tense or taut flowing with little speed as e.g. at the turning of the tide lacking in rigor or strictness
speech you make to yourself a long utterance by one person (especially one that prevents others from participating in the conversation) a (usually long) dramatic speech by a single actor
after death the soul begins a new cycle of existence in another human body a second or new birth the revival of learning and culture a spiritual enlightenment causing a person to lead a new life
a score in baseball made by a runner touching all four bases safely the act of testing something a race run on foot an unbroken series of events (American football) a play in which a player attempts to carry the ball through or past the opposing team a regular trip the act of running; traveling on foot at a fast pace the continuous period of time during which something (a machine or a factory) operates or continues in operation unrestricted freedom to use the production achieved during a continuous period of operation (of a machine or factory etc.) a small stream a race between candidates for elective office a row of unravelled stitches the pouring forth of a fluid an unbroken chronological sequence a short trip move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time flee; take to one's heels; cut and run stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point direct or control; projects, businesses, etc. have a particular form move along, of liquids perform as expected when applied change or be different within limits run, stand, or compete for an office or a position cause to emit recorded audio or video move about freely and without restraint, or act as if running around in an uncontrolled way have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined be operating, running or functioning change from one state to another cause to perform be affected by; be subjected to continue to exist occur persistently carry out a process or program, as on a computer or a machine include as the content; broadcast or publicize carry out pass over, across, or through cause something to pass or lead somewhere make without a miss deal in illegally, such as arms or liquor cause an animal to move fast be diffused sail before the wind cover by running; run a certain distance extend or continue for a certain period of time set animals loose to graze keep company run with the ball; in such sports as football travel rapidly, by any (unspecified) means travel a route regularly pursue for food or sport (as of wild animals) compete in a race progress by being changed reduce or cause to be reduced from a solid to a liquid state, usually by heating come unraveled or undone as if by snagging become undone
hit hard
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cause to come to know personally bring something new to an environment introduce bring in a new person or object into a familiar environment bring in or establish in a new place or environment put or introduce into something bring before the public for the first time, as of an actor, song, etc. put before (a body) furnish with a preface or introduction be a precursor of
in a tart manner
shell containing lead pellets that explodes in flight
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increase make better or more attractive
a classical scholar or student of the liberal arts an advocate of the principles of humanism; someone concerned with the interests and welfare of humans of or pertaining to Renaissance humanism of or pertaining to a philosophy asserting human dignity and man's capacity for fulfillment through reason and scientific method and often rejecting religion pertaining to or concerned with the humanities marked by humanistic values and devotion to human welfare
a crosspiece between the legs of a chair one of the crosspieces that form the steps of a ladder sound loudly and sonorously ring or echo with sound make (bells) ring, often for the purposes of musical edification get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle attach a ring to the foot of, in order to identify
using or skilled in using analysis (i.e., separating a whole--intellectual or substantial--into its elemental parts or basic principles) of a proposition that is necessarily true independent of fact or experience
an ambitious and aspiring young person
something that is inferred (deduced or entailed or implied) a meaning that is not expressly stated but can be inferred an accusation that brings into intimate and usually incriminating connection a logical relation between propositions p and q of the form `if p then q'; if p is true then q cannot be false a relation implicated by virtue of involvement or close connection (especially an incriminating involvement)
a slice of meat cut from the fleshy part of an animal or large fish
an advantageous purchase a stolen base; an instance in which a base runner advances safely during the delivery of a pitch (without the help of a hit or walk or passed ball or wild pitch) take without the owner's consent move stealthily steal a base
the quantity contained in a keg small cask or barrel
a person who is head of an administrative department of government an assistant who handles correspondence and clerical work for a boss or an organization a person to whom a secret is entrusted a desk used for writing
completeness over a broad scope the property of a sensation that is rich and pleasing the condition of being filled to capacity greatness of volume
a person who becomes aware (of things or events) through the senses an expert who observes and comments on something
prepare for publication or presentation by correcting, revising, or adapting supervise the publication of cut and assemble the components of cut or eliminate improved or corrected by critical editing
a bin that holds rubbish until it is collected
undergo condensation; change from a gaseous to a liquid state and fall in drops make more concise remove water from cause a gas or vapor to change into a liquid become more compact or concentrated develop due to condensation compress or concentrate
cause to be lost or disoriented
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discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of make mention of observe with care or pay close attention to watch attentively show respect towards behave as expected during of holidays or rites follow with the eyes or the mind stick to correctly or closely conform one's action or practice to discovered or determined by scientific observation
come into existence; take on form or shape originate or come into being rise to one's feet result or issue move upward take part in a rebellion; renounce a former allegiance get up and out of bed
be contingent upon (something that is elided) have faith or confidence in
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domesticated bovine animals as a group regardless of sex or age
a diluting agent of relatively small extent from one surface to the opposite or in cross section lacking excess flesh very narrow not dense relatively thin in consistency or low in density; not viscous (of sound) lacking resonance or volume lacking spirit or sincere effort lacking substance or significance; a fragile claim to fame"
very unhappy; full of misery deserving or inciting pity of the most contemptible kind of very poor quality or condition characterized by physical misery contemptibly small in amount
preliminary drawing for later elaboration a brief literary description short descriptive summary (of events) a humorous or satirical drawing published in a newspaper or magazine make a sketch of describe roughly or briefly or give the main points or summary of
a rich meat stew highly seasoned with paprika
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any of various pale or light colors lacking in body or vigor delicate and pale in color
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make very hot and dry become superficially burned burn slightly and superficially so as to affect color cause to wither or parch from exposure to heat severely critical
a gully that is shallower than a ravine an entertainer who attracts large audiences the finish of a contest in which the score is tied and the winner is undecided anything (straws or pebbles etc.) taken or chosen at random a playing card or cards dealt or taken from the pack a golf shot that curves to the left for a right-handed golfer (American football) the quarterback moves back as if to pass and then hands the ball to the fullback who is running toward the line of scrimmage poker in which a player can discard cards and receive substitutes from the dealer the act of drawing or hauling something cause to move by pulling get or derive make a mark or lines on a surface make, formulate, or derive in the mind bring, take, or pull out of a container or from under a cover represent by making a drawing of, as with a pencil, chalk, etc. on a surface take liquid out of a container or well give a description of select or take in from a given group or region elicit responses, such as objections, criticism, applause, etc. suck in or take (air) move or go steadily or gradually remove (a commodity) from (a supply source) choose at random earn or achieve a base by being walked by the pitcher bring or lead someone to a certain action or condition cause to flow write a legal document or paper engage in drawing move or pull so as to cover or uncover something allow a draft require a specified depth for floating pull (a person) apart with four horses tied to his extremities, so as to execute him cause to move in a certain direction by exerting a force upon, either physically or in an abstract sense take in, also metaphorically direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes thread on or as if on a string stretch back a bowstring (on an archer's bow) pass over, across, or through finish a game with an equal number of points, goals, etc. contract reduce the diameter of (a wire or metal rod) by pulling it through a die steep; pass through a strainer remove the entrails of flatten, stretch, or mold metal or glass, by rolling or by pulling it through a die or by stretching cause to localize at one point
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not present; having left used of an opponent's ground (of a baseball pitch) on the far side of home plate from the batter from a particular thing or place or position (`forth' is obsolete) from one's possession out of the way (especially away from one's thoughts) out of existence at a distance in space or time indicating continuing action; continuously or steadily so as to be removed or gotten rid of freely or at will in or into a proper place (especially for storage or safekeeping) in a different direction in reserve; not for immediate use
aimlessly drifting borne on the water; floating covered with water
hollow out as if making a cave or opening explore natural caves
a transparent paperlike product that is impervious to moisture and used to wrap candy or cigarettes etc.
information known only to a special group
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a structural member used to stiffen a framework prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant or difficult support or hold steady and make steadfast, with or as if with a brace support by bracing cause to be alert and energetic imparting vitality and energy
place under suspicion or cast doubt upon contaminate with a disease or microorganism touched by rot or decay
in an entertaining and amusing manner
determine or indicate the place, site, or limits of, as if by an instrument or by a survey put (something somewhere) firmly
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cause to move by pulling get or derive make a mark or lines on a surface make, formulate, or derive in the mind bring, take, or pull out of a container or from under a cover represent by making a drawing of, as with a pencil, chalk, etc. on a surface take liquid out of a container or well give a description of select or take in from a given group or region elicit responses, such as objections, criticism, applause, etc. suck in or take (air) move or go steadily or gradually remove (a commodity) from (a supply source) choose at random earn or achieve a base by being walked by the pitcher bring or lead someone to a certain action or condition cause to flow write a legal document or paper engage in drawing move or pull so as to cover or uncover something allow a draft require a specified depth for floating pull (a person) apart with four horses tied to his extremities, so as to execute him cause to move in a certain direction by exerting a force upon, either physically or in an abstract sense take in, also metaphorically direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes thread on or as if on a string stretch back a bowstring (on an archer's bow) pass over, across, or through finish a game with an equal number of points, goals, etc. contract reduce the diameter of (a wire or metal rod) by pulling it through a die steep; pass through a strainer remove the entrails of flatten, stretch, or mold metal or glass, by rolling or by pulling it through a die or by stretching cause to localize at one point showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering having the curtains or draperies closed or pulled shut
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a minor short-term fight a casual or unexpected convergence a casual meeting with a person or thing a hostile disagreement face-to-face come together come upon, as if by accident; meet with be beset by experience as a reaction contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle
a projectile that is fired from a gun a unit of mass equal to the mass that accelerates at 1 foot/sec/sec when acted upon by a force of 1 pound; approximately 14.5939 kilograms a counterfeit coin an idle slothful person an amount of an alcoholic drink (usually liquor) that is poured or gulped a strip of type metal used for spacing any of various terrestrial gastropods having an elongated slimy body and no external shell (boxing) a blow with the fist strike heavily, especially with the fist or a bat be idle; exist in a changeless situation
a flaw or weak point failure to reach a minimum required performance fail to do something; leave something undone be unsuccessful disappoint, prove undependable to; abandon, forsake stop operating or functioning be unable judge unacceptable fail to get a passing grade fall short in what is expected become bankrupt or insolvent; fail financially and close prove insufficient get worse
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being or involving basic facts or principles being in the earliest stages of development not fully developed in mature animals
status with respect to the relations between people or groups the amount of money needed to purchase something a word or expression used for some particular thing a limited period of time (usually plural) a statement of what is required as part of an agreement any distinct quantity contained in a polynomial one of the substantive phrases in a logical proposition the end of gestation or point at which birth is imminent (architecture) a statue or a human bust or an animal carved out of the top of a square pillar; originally used as a boundary marker in ancient Rome name formally or designate with a term
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feel admiration for look at with admiration
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a small number or amount the quantity that can be held in the hand
put into a box enclosed in a package or protective covering
a native of Latin America an artificial language based on words common to the Romance languages related to a Spanish-speaking people or culture
a person suffering from neurosis
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represent in bodily form represent, as of a character on stage represent or express something abstract in tangible form
optical instrument consisting of a frame that holds a pair of lenses for correcting defective vision something or someone seen (especially a notable or unusual sight) an elaborate and remarkable display on a lavish scale a blunder that makes you look ridiculous; used in the phrase `make a spectacle of' yourself
a filmmaker who has a personal style and keeps creative control over his or her works
consent reluctantly be fatally overwhelmed
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an act intended to help that turns out badly
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a collection of things wrapped or boxed together a wrapped container (computer science) written programs or procedures or rules and associated documentation pertaining to the operation of a computer system and that are stored in read/write memory put into a box
exchange for cash
attractiveness to the opposite sex the activeness of an energetic personality
relating to or causing or involving catalysis
uncomplimentary terms for a policeman take by theft take into custody
in essence; at bottom or by one's (or its) very nature
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female of domestic cattle: "`moo-cow' is a child's term" mature female of mammals of which the male is called `bull' a large unpleasant woman subdue, restrain, or overcome by affecting with a feeling of awe; frighten (as with threats)
a very troublesome child a small pork sausage
affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way showing marked and often playful or irritating evasiveness or reluctance to make a definite or committing statement modestly or warily rejecting approaches or overtures
either of two related enzymes that control the production of prostaglandins and are blocked by aspirin the helmsman of a ship's boat or a racing crew act as the coxswain, in a boat race
an often persistent bodily disorder or disease; a cause for complaining affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function resulting in suffering or adversity distressing indicating hostility or enmity presaging ill fortune (`ill' is often used as a combining form) in a poor or improper or unsatisfactory manner; not well unfavorably or with disapproval with difficulty or inconvenience; scarcely or hardly
with hand brought forward and up from below shoulder level with the hand swung below shoulder level
a discharge of lightning accompanied by thunder a sliding bar in a breech-loading firearm that ejects an empty cartridge and replaces it and closes the breech the part of a lock that is engaged or withdrawn with a key the act of moving with great haste a roll of cloth or wallpaper of a definite length a screw that screws into a nut to form a fastener a sudden abandonment (as from a political party) move or jump suddenly secure or lock with a bolt swallow hastily run away; usually includes taking something or somebody along leave suddenly and as if in a hurry eat hastily without proper chewing make or roll into bolts in a rigid manner directly
a kind of person
instructive (especially excessively)
intense energy
get something; come into possession of receive a specified treatment (abstract) register (perceptual input) go through (mental or physical states or experiences) express willingness to have in one's home or environs accept as true or valid bid welcome to; greet upon arrival convert into sounds or pictures experience as a reaction have or give a reception receive as a retribution or punishment partake of the Holy Eucharist sacrament regard favorably or with disapproval
moving quickly and lightly mentally quick
be greater in scope or size than some standard be superior or better than some standard be or do something to a greater degree
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an argument opposed to a proposal a person serving a sentence in a jail or prison a swindle in which you cheat at gambling or persuade a person to buy worthless property deprive of by deceit commit to memory; learn by heart in opposition to a proposition, opinion, etc.
the quality of a person's voice (linguistics) a pitch or change in pitch of the voice that serves to distinguish words in tonal languages (music) the distinctive property of a complex sound (a voice or noise or musical sound) the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people a quality of a given color that differs slightly from another color a notation representing the pitch and duration of a musical sound a steady sound without overtones the elastic tension of living muscles, arteries, etc. that facilitate response to stimuli a musical interval of two semitones the quality of something (an act or a piece of writing) that reveals the attitudes and presuppositions of the author utter monotonously and repetitively and rhythmically vary the pitch of one's speech change the color or tone of change to a color image give a healthy elasticity to
changeable characteristic of a freak conspicuously or grossly unconventional or unusual
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a Protestant in England who is not a member of the Church of England someone who refuses to conform to established standards of conduct not conforming to some norm or socially approved pattern of behavior or thought not conforming to established customs or doctrines especially in religion
behave in a patronizing and condescending manner do something that one considers to be below one's dignity debase oneself morally, act in an undignified, unworthy, or dishonorable way treat condescendingly (used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension
(prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse the close of a musical section a recurrent rhythmical series
failing to accomplish an intended result (of newborn infant) showing no signs of life at birth; not liveborn
full of events or incidents having important issues or results
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British philosopher born in Austria; a major influence on logic and logical positivism (1889-1951)
excessively agitated; distraught with fear or other violent emotion
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express in speech exchange thoughts; talk with use language give a speech to make a characteristic or natural sound
a feeling of thankfulness and appreciation
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in an unpleasant way in an unfortunate way
any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted the trade of a funeral director enter upon an activity or enterprise accept as a challenge promise to do or accomplish enter into a contractual arrangement accept as a charge
characterized by intense emotion
a Roman statesman and orator remembered for his mastery of Latin prose (106-43 BC)
(of persons) pleasant in appearance and personality
a personal attractiveness or interestingness that enables you to influence others
a straight line through a body or figure that satisfies certain conditions the main stem or central part about which plant organs or plant parts such as branches are arranged in World War II the alliance of Germany and Italy in 1936 which later included Japan and other nations a group of countries in special alliance the 2nd cervical vertebra; serves as a pivot for turning the head the center around which something rotates
period extending from Dec. 24 to Jan. 6
a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war an animal that is confined a person held in the grip of a strong emotion or passion being in captivity giving or marked by complete attention to
capable of being changed able to flex; able to bend easily able to adjust readily to different conditions bending and snapping back readily without breaking making or willing to make concessions
a large number or amount the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one
the sensation caused by heat energy a warmhearted feeling the quality of having a moderate degree of heat the trait of being intensely emotional a quality proceeding from feelings of affection or love
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force; every opportunity, an obligation; every possession, a duty"- John D.Rockefeller Jr work that you are obliged to perform for moral or legal reasons a government tax on imports or exports
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cause to move back by force or influence be repellent to; cause aversion in force or drive back reject outright and bluntly fill with distaste
a social unit living together primary social group; parents and children a collection of things sharing a common attribute people descended from a common ancestor a person having kinship with another or others (biology) a taxonomic group containing one or more genera a loose affiliation of gangsters in charge of organized criminal activities an association of people who share common beliefs or activities
a person who lacks knowledge of evil free from evil or guilt lacking intent or capacity to injure free from sin lacking in sophistication or worldliness not knowledgeable about something specified completely wanting or lacking (used of things) lacking sense or awareness
become less tense, rest, or take one's ease make less taut become loose or looser or less tight cause to feel relaxed become less tense, less formal, or less restrained, and assume a friendlier manner make less severe or strict become less severe or strict make less active or fast affording physical or mental rest
a belief in the magical power of fetishes (or the worship of a fetish) sexual arousal or gratification resulting from handling a fetish (or a specific part of the body other than the sexual organs)
be relevant to be on the mind of
arouse or elicit a feeling act as a stimulant stir feelings in cause to be agitated, excited, or roused stimulate sexually stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of raise to a higher energy level produce a magnetic field in
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of or relating to postmodernism
characterized by charm, good taste, and generosity of spirit characterized by kindness and warm courtesy especially of a king to his subjects exhibiting courtesy and politeness disposed to bestow favors
put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose be pertinent or relevant or applicable ask (for something) apply to a surface be applicable to; as to an analysis give or convey physically avail oneself to ensure observance of laws and rules;  refer (a word or name) to a person or thing apply oneself to concerned with concrete problems or data rather than with fundamental principles
pat or squeeze fondly or playfully, especially under the chin hit lightly
the cardinal compass point that is at 90 degrees the countries of Asia the region of the United States lying to the north of the Ohio River and to the east of the Mississippi River the direction corresponding to the eastward cardinal compass point a location in the eastern part of a country, region, or city situated in or facing or moving toward the east to, toward, or in the east
discrimination against middle-aged and elderly people
having the leading position or higher score in a contest at or in the front toward the future; forward in time in a forward direction ahead of time; in anticipation to a more advanced or advantageous position to a different or a more advanced time (meaning advanced either toward the present or toward the future) leading or ahead in a competition
use again in altered form
choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans take in marriage take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own
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strong and sharp capable of wounding
a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of the region above the ground a distinctive but intangible quality surrounding a person or thing a slight wind (usually refreshing) the mass of air surrounding the Earth once thought to be one of four elements composing the universe (Empedocles) a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence medium for radio and television broadcasting travel via aircraft expose to fresh air be broadcast broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television make public expose to warm or heated air, so as to dry expose to cool or cold air so as to cool or freshen
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable) the action of directing something at an object the direction or path along which something moves or along which it lies point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards propose or intend move into a desired direction of discourse specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public intend (something) to move towards a certain goal direct (a remark) toward an intended goal have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal
a graphic or vivid verbal description a representation by picture or portraiture a drawing of the outlines of forms or objects representation by drawing or painting etc
marked by sudden changes in subject and sharp transitions exceedingly sudden and unexpected extremely steep surprisingly and unceremoniously brusque in manner
provide entertainment for take into consideration, have in view maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)
a resource the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose money to support a worthy person or cause the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something give help or assistance; be of service improve the condition of
the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech the sound made by the vibration of vocal folds modified by the resonance of the vocal tract a sound suggestive of a vocal utterance expressing in coherent verbal form a means or agency by which something is expressed or communicated something suggestive of speech in being a medium of expression (metonymy) a singer an advocate who represents someone else's policy or purpose the ability to speak (linguistics) the grammatical relation (active or passive) of the grammatical subject of a verb to the action that the verb denotes the melody carried by a particular voice or instrument in polyphonic music give voice to utter with vibrating vocal chords
a purging medicine; stimulates evacuation of the bowels emotionally purging emotionally purging (of e.g. art) strongly laxative
describe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of be characteristic of
a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention an understanding of something that is not correct part of a statement that is not correct identify incorrectly to make a mistake or be incorrect
a formal expression of praise (ancient Greece) a hymn of praise (especially one sung in ancient Greece to invoke or thank a deity)
a distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant be extremely bad in quality or in one's performance smell badly and offensively
an argument opposed to a proposal a person serving a sentence in a jail or prison a swindle in which you cheat at gambling or persuade a person to buy worthless property deprive of by deceit commit to memory; learn by heart
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a collection containing a variety of sorts of things an assortment of foods starting with herring or smoked eel or salmon etc with bread and butter; then cheeses and eggs and pickled vegetables and aspics; finally hot foods; served as a buffet meal
to an exceptional degree
a small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf an adhesive label a particularly difficult or baffling question or problem a short knife with a pointed blade used for piercing or stabbing
throw away as refuse sever all ties with, usually unceremoniously or irresponsibly sell at artificially low prices drop (stuff) in a heap or mass fall abruptly knock down with force
a kind of pain; something as sudden and painful as being stung a mental pain or distress a painful wound caused by the thrust of an insect's stinger into skin a swindle in which you cheat at gambling or persuade a person to buy worthless property cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort deliver a sting to saddle with something disagreeable or disadvantageous cause a stinging pain cause an emotional pain, as if by stinging
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bypass intentionally fail to attend jump lightly leave suddenly bound off one point after another cause to skip over a surface
make dizzy or giddy having or causing a whirling sensation; liable to falling lacking seriousness; given to frivolity
any cone-shaped artifact a shape whose base is a circle and whose sides taper up to a point cone-shaped mass of ovule- or spore-bearing scales or bracts a visual receptor cell in the retina that is sensitive to bright light and to color make cone-shaped
the comparative form of an adjective or adverb relating to or based on or involving comparison estimated by comparison; not absolute or complete
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African wild swine with warty protuberances on the face and large protruding tusks
inaccessibly located or situated
impressive because of unnecessary largeness or grandeur; used to show disapproval affectedly genteel
by bad luck
a movement downward properties attributable to your ancestry the act of changing your location in a downward direction the kinship relation between an individual and the individual's progenitors a downward slope or bend the descendants of one individual
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carry out or perform an action perform a function give a performance (of something) get (something) done
a show or display; the act of presenting something to sight or view a show of military force or preparedness a public display of group feelings (usually of a political nature) proof by a process of argument or a series of proposition proving an asserted conclusion a visual presentation showing how something works
something that makes repeated and regular interruptions or divisions the marks used to clarify meaning by indicating separation of words into sentences and clauses and phrases the use of certain marks to clarify meaning of written material by grouping words grammatically into sentences and clauses and phrases
spread or diffuse through fill, soak, or imbue totally suffuse with color
a quantity of money the relative magnitude of something with reference to a criterion how much there is or how many there are of something that you can quantify a quantity obtained by the addition of a group of numbers be tantamount or equivalent to add up in number or quantity develop into
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painted beauty and red admiral
a tool consisting of several hooks for grasping and holding; often thrown with a rope a dredging bucket with hinges like the shell of a clam the act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat come to terms with to grip or seize, as in a wrestling match
a habitual or characteristic mental attitude that determines how you will interpret and respond to situations
move downward and lower, but not necessarily all the way come from; be connected by a relationship of blood, for example do something that one considers to be below one's dignity come as if by falling
stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening refrain from doing something refrain from certain foods or beverages declare invalid
a nation's ruler or head of state usually by hereditary right large migratory American butterfly having deep orange wings with black and white markings; the larvae feed on milkweed
a formal document written for a prosecuting attorney charging a person with some offense an accusation of wrongdoing
an unshakable belief in something without need for proof or evidence (criminal law) a final judgment of guilty in a criminal case and the punishment that is imposed
a food rich in sugar the act of creating something (a medicine or drink or soup etc.) by compounding or mixing a variety of components make into a confection
a crude uncouth ill-bred person lacking culture or refinement one of the Teutonic people who invaded the Roman Empire in the 3rd to 5th centuries
a neutral or uncommitted person (especially in politics) a writer or artist who sells services to different employers without a long-term contract with any of them free from external control and constraint (of political bodies) not controlled by outside forces (of a clause) capable of standing syntactically alone as a complete sentence not controlled by a party or interest group
the aggregation of things (pedestrians or vehicles) coming and going in a particular locality during a specified period of time buying and selling; especially illicit trade the amount of activity over a communication system during a given period of time social or verbal interchange (usually followed by `with') deal illegally trade or deal a commodity
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either side of the face below the eyes an impudent statement either of the two large fleshy masses of muscular tissue that form the human rump impudent aggressiveness speak impudently to
an excited state of agitation an angry disturbance a quarrel about petty points a rapid active commotion worry unnecessarily or excessively care for like a mother
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move forward by leaps and bounds develop into a distinctive entity spring back; spring away from an impact develop suddenly produce or disclose suddenly or unexpectedly
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a special way of doing something the way a garment hangs a gymnastic exercise performed on the rings or horizontal bar or parallel bars when the gymnast's weight is supported by the arms be suspended or hanging cause to be hanging or suspended kill by hanging let drop or droop fall or flow in a certain way be menacing, burdensome, or oppressive give heed (to) be suspended or poised hold on tightly or tenaciously be exhibited prevent from reaching a verdict, of a jury decorate or furnish with something suspended be placed in position as by a hinge place in position as by a hinge so as to allow free movement in one direction suspend (meat) in order to get a gamey taste
morally objectionable behavior that which causes harm or destruction or misfortune; the good is oft interred with their bones"- Shakespeare the quality of being morally wrong in principle or practice morally bad or wrong having the nature of vice having or exerting a malignant influence
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb a hired laborer on a farm or ranch something written by hand ability a position given by its location to the side of an object the cards held in a card game by a given player at any given time one of two sides of an issue a rotating pointer on the face of a timepiece a unit of length equal to 4 inches; used in measuring horses a member of the crew of a ship a card player in a game of bridge a round of applause to signify approval terminal part of the forelimb in certain vertebrates (e.g. apes or kangaroos) physical assistance place into the hands or custody of guide or conduct or usher somewhere
immunity from arbitrary exercise of authority: political independence freedom of choice personal freedom from servitude or confinement or oppression leave granted to a sailor or naval officer an act of undue intimacy
a native or inhabitant of Norway a Scandinavian language that is spoken in Norway of or relating to Norway or its people or culture or language
the property of being large in mass lift or elevate test the weight of something by lifting it
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a poor White person in the southern United States
capable of being perceived; especially capable of being handled or touched or felt can be felt by palpation
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in a crushing manner
release (a liquid) in drops or small quantities make apparent by one's mood or behavior
(of a new kind or fashion) gratuitously new
elegance by virtue of being fashionable
thin and weak lacking clarity or distinctness
keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean" continue a certain state, condition, or activity retain possession of stop (someone or something) from doing something or being in a certain state conform one's action or practice to stick to correctly or closely look after; be the keeper of; have charge of maintain by writing regular records supply with room and board allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature supply with necessities and support fail to spoil or rot behave as expected during of holidays or rites keep under control; keep in check maintain in safety from injury, harm, or danger raise retain rights to store or keep customarily have as a supply maintain for use and service hold and prevent from leaving prevent (food) from rotting (especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded
a piece of dishware normally used as a container for holding or serving food a particular item of prepared food the quantity that a dish will hold a very attractive or seductive looking woman directional antenna consisting of a parabolic reflector for microwave or radio frequency radiation an activity that you like or at which you are superior provide (usually but not necessarily food) make concave; shape like a dish
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cause to be unpretentious cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of low or inferior in station or quality marked by meekness or modesty; not arrogant or prideful used of unskilled work (especially domestic work) of low birth or station (`base' is archaic in this sense)
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treat cruelly cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations play in ragtime harass with persistent criticism or carping censure severely or angrily break into lumps before sorting being or dressed in clothes that are worn or torn worn out from stress or strain having an irregular outline
providing sophisticated amusement by virtue of having artificially (and vulgarly) mannered or banal or sentimental qualities
close interaction the act of touching physically the state or condition of touching or of being in immediate proximity the physical coming together of two or more things a person who is in a position to give you special assistance a channel for communication between groups (electronics) a junction where things (as two electrical conductors) touch or are in physical contact a communicative interaction a thin curved glass or plastic lens designed to fit over the cornea in order to correct vision or to deliver medication be in or establish communication with be in direct physical contact with; make contact
be worthy or deserving worthy of being treated in a particular way
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a fraudulent business scheme deprive of by deceit
act as president
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temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers a group of people living together in a camp temporary lodgings in the country for travelers or vacationers an exclusive circle of people with a common purpose a penal institution (often for forced labor) something that is considered amusing not because of its originality but because of its unoriginality shelter for persons displaced by war or political oppression or for religious beliefs a site where care and activities are provided for children during the summer months live in or as if in a tent establish or set up a camp give an artificially banal or sexual quality to
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a play or film whose action and dialogue is interspersed with singing and dancing characterized by or capable of producing music talented in or devoted to music characteristic of or resembling or accompanied by music containing or constituting or characterized by pleasing melody
United States film maker born in the United States but an Irish citizen after 1964 (1906-1987)
become one to bring or combine together or with something else bring together for a common purpose or action or ideology or in a shared situation act in concert or unite in a common purpose or belief join or combine formed or united into a whole operating as a unit
a unit of information equal to 1024 kibibytes or 2^20 (1,048,576) bytes
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an inherited pattern of thought or action a specific practice of long standing
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relating to or befitting athletics or athletes vigorously active having a sturdy and well proportioned body
a representation of a person or scene in the form of a print or transparent slide; recorded by a camera on light-sensitive material
English mathematician and physicist; remembered for developing the calculus and for his law of gravitation and his three laws of motion (1642-1727) a unit of force equal to the force that imparts an acceleration of 1 m/sec/sec to a mass of 1 kilogram; equal to 100,000 dynes
(physics) the force of attraction between all masses in the universe; especially the attraction of the earth's mass for bodies near its surface a manner that is serious and solemn a solemn and dignified feeling
tight-fitting spectacles worn to protect the eyes look with amazement; look stupidly
an acknowledgment of appreciation with the help of or owing to express gratitude or show appreciation to
an unfortunate person who suffers from some adverse circumstance a person who is tricked or swindled
contemptuous laughter the act of deriding or treating with contempt
call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) evoke or provoke to appear or occur provide the needed stimulus for annoy continually or chronically
make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of state or say further bestow a quality on make an addition by combining numbers determine the sum of constitute an addition
(poker) the initial contribution that each player makes to the pot place one's stake
show in, or as in, a picture give a description of make a portrait of
a local and well-defined elevation of the land structure consisting of an artificial heap or bank usually of earth or stones United States railroad tycoon (1838-1916) risque English comedian (1925-1992) (baseball) the slight elevation on which the pitcher stands form into a hill
a commercially prepared mixture of dry ingredients an event that combines things in a mixture the act of mixing together mix together different elements open (a place) to members of all races and ethnic groups combine (electronic signals) add as an additional element or part to bring or combine together or with something else mix so as to make a random order or arrangement
the quality of being similar a Gestalt principle of organization holding that (other things being equal) parts of a stimulus field that are similar to each other tend to be perceived as belonging together as a unit
be silly or tease one another
any of several imperial dynasties of China ruling from 220 to 265 and from 386 to 556
the voice used to indicate that the grammatical subject of the verb is the recipient (not the source) of the action denoted by the verb lacking in energy or will peacefully resistant in response to injustice expressing that the subject of the sentence is the patient of the action denoted by the verb
a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition utter in a loud voice; talk in a loud voice (usually denoting characteristic manner of speaking) utter a sudden loud cry utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy use foul or abusive language towards
be owned by; be in the possession of be suitable or acceptable be in the right place or situation be rightly classified in a class or category be a member, adherent, inhabitant, etc. (of a group, organization, or place) be a part or adjunct
subject to a mathematical transformation change or alter in form, appearance, or nature change in outward structure or looks change from one form or medium into another convert (one form of energy) to another change (a bacterial cell) into a genetically distinct cell by the introduction of DNA from another cell of the same or closely related species increase or decrease (an alternating current or voltage) given a completely different form or appearance
a committee having supervisory powers a stout length of sawn timber; made in a wide variety of sizes and used for many purposes a flat piece of material designed for a special purpose food or meals in general a vertical surface on which information can be displayed to public view a table at which meals are served electrical device consisting of a flat insulated surface that contains switches and dials and meters for controlling other electrical devices a printed circuit that can be inserted into expansion slots in a computer to increase the computer's capabilities a flat portable surface (usually rectangular) designed for board games get on board of (trains, buses, ships, aircraft, etc.) live and take one's meals at or in lodge and take meals (at) provide food and lodging (for)
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require as useful, just, or proper consider obligatory; request and expect make someone do something have need of
provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes provide evidence for give evidence supported by evidence
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characterized by or proceeding from accepted standards of morality or justice morally justified
the colorless watery fluid of the blood and lymph that contains no cells, but in which the blood cells (erythrocytes, leukocytes, and thrombocytes) are suspended a green slightly translucent variety of chalcedony used as a gemstone (physical chemistry) a fourth state of matter distinct from solid or liquid or gas and present in stars and fusion reactors; a gas becomes a plasma when it is heated until the atoms lose all their electrons, leaving a highly electrified collection of nuclei and free electrons
record on photographic film undergo being photographed in a certain way
the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state an inclination to want things something that is desired feel or have a desire for; want strongly expect and wish express a desire for
not responsive to physical stimuli deficient in human sensibility; not mentally or morally sensitive
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develop in a positive way move forward, also in the metaphorical sense form or accumulate steadily
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a used automobile tire that has been remolded to give it new treads use again in altered form give new treads to (a tire)
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(sometimes used ironically) a man of great strength and agility (after the hero of a series of novels by Edgar Rice Burroughs) a man raised by apes who was the hero of a series of novels by Edgar Rice Burroughs
behave as expected during of holidays or rites have a celebration assign great social importance to
insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous the illegitimate offspring of unmarried parents derogatory term for a variation that is not genuine; something irregular or inferior or of dubious origin
a strip of land projecting into a body of water a sleeveless garment like a cloak but shorter
gradual improvement or growth or development the act of moving forward (as toward a goal) a movement forward develop in a positive way move forward, also in the metaphorical sense form or accumulate steadily
a city in southeastern France on the Isere River
(military) withdrawal of troops to a more favorable position to escape the enemy's superior forces or after a defeat a place of privacy; a place affording peace and quiet (military) a signal to begin a withdrawal from a dangerous position (military) a bugle call signaling the lowering of the flag at sunset an area where you can be alone withdrawal for prayer and study and meditation the act of withdrawing or going backward (especially to escape something hazardous or unpleasant) pull back or move away or backward move away, as for privacy move back make a retreat from an earlier commitment or activity
the quality of having an inferior or less favorable position put at a disadvantage; hinder, harm
become ground down or deteriorate remove soil or rock worn away as by water or ice or wind
tending to entice into a desired action or state
a person regarded as greedy and pig-like a sheep up to the age of one year; one yet to be sheared domestic swine take greedily; take more than one's share
a refrigerator for cooling liquids an iced drink especially white wine and fruit juice a cell for violent prisoners neither warm nor very cold; giving relief from heat marked by calm self-control (especially in trying circumstances); unemotional (color) inducing the impression of coolness; used especially of greens and blues and violets psychologically cool and unenthusiastic; unfriendly or unresponsive or showing dislike (used of a number or sum) without exaggeration or qualification fashionable and attractive at the time; often skilled or socially adept
take out or up with or as if with a scoop get the better of
a cleansing agent made from the salts of vegetable or animal fats money offered as a bribe street names for gamma hydroxybutyrate rub soap all over, usually with the purpose of cleaning
in a farcical manner
subject to a mathematical transformation change or alter in form, appearance, or nature change in outward structure or looks change from one form or medium into another convert (one form of energy) to another change (a bacterial cell) into a genetically distinct cell by the introduction of DNA from another cell of the same or closely related species increase or decrease (an alternating current or voltage)
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the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside a period of ignorance or backwardness or gloom the period spent sleeping the dark part of the diurnal cycle considered a time unit darkness a shortening of nightfall the time between sunset and midnight Roman goddess of night; daughter of Erebus; counterpart of Greek Nyx
a mistake resulting from inattention a break or intermission in the occurrence of something a failure to maintain a higher state pass into a specified state or condition end, at least for a long time drop to a lower level, as in one's morals or standards go back to bad behavior let slip pass by
having incalculable monetary, intellectual, or spiritual worth
visit again
not given to gentleness or sentimentality very difficult; severely testing stamina or resolution physically toughened substantially made or constructed violent and lawless feeling physical discomfort or pain (`tough' is occasionally used colloquially for `bad') resistant to cutting or chewing unfortunate or hard to bear making great mental demands; hard to comprehend or solve or believe
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point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards propose or intend move into a desired direction of discourse specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public intend (something) to move towards a certain goal direct (a remark) toward an intended goal have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal
an elderly man any piece of furniture or decorative object or the like produced in a former period and valuable because of its beauty or rarity shop for antiques give an antique appearance to made in or typical of earlier times and valued for its age out of fashion belonging to or lasting from times long ago
the Romance language spoken in Portugal and Brazil a native or inhabitant of Portugal of or relating to or characteristic of Portugal or the people of Portugal or their language
bestow honor or rewards upon show respect towards accept as pay having an illustrious reputation; respected
a series of ordered groupings of people or things within a system the organization of people at different ranks in an administrative body
cause to go somewhere to cause or order to be taken, directed, or transmitted to another place cause to be directed or transmitted to another place transport commercially assign to a station transfer cause to be admitted; of persons to an institution broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television
praise somewhat dishonestly having a surface without slope, tilt in which no part is higher or lower than another having a relatively broad surface in relation to depth or thickness not modified or restricted by reservations stretched out and lying at full length along the ground lacking contrast or shading between tones (of a musical note) lowered in pitch by one chromatic semitone flattened laterally along the whole length (e.g., certain leafstalks or flatfishes) lacking taste or flavor or tang lacking stimulating characteristics; uninteresting having lost effervescence sounded or spoken in a tone unvarying in pitch horizontally level lacking the expected range or depth; not designed to give an illusion or depth not reflecting light; not glossy commercially inactive
motion of hands or body to emphasize or help to express a thought or feeling the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals something done as an indication of intention show, express or direct through movement
senseless talk
British nuclear physicist (born in Germany) honored for his contributions to quantum mechanics (1882-1970) have cause to be born put up with something or somebody unpleasant move while holding up or supporting bring forth, "The apple tree bore delicious apples this year" take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person contain or hold; have within bring in have on one's person behave in a certain manner have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices support or hold in a certain manner be pregnant with brought into existence being talented through inherited qualities
high fashion designing and dressmaking
the act or process of producing something a presentation for the stage or screen or radio or television an artifact that has been created by someone or some process (law) the act of exhibiting in a court of law the quantity of something (as a commodity) that is created (usually within a given period of time) a display that is exaggerated or unduly complicated (economics) manufacturing or mining or growing something (usually in large quantities) for sale the creation of value or wealth by producing goods and services
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Polish filmmaker who made ten films based on the Ten Commandments (1941-1996)
an essay or article that gives a critical evaluation (as of a book or play) a serious examination and judgment of something appraise critically
cause to be confused emotionally deeply absorbed in thought perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment
a person who evokes boredom a high wave (often dangerous) caused by tidal flow (as by colliding tidal currents or in a narrow estuary) diameter of a tube or gun barrel a hole or passage made by a drill; usually made for exploratory purposes cause to be bored make a hole, especially with a pointed power or hand tool have cause to be born put up with something or somebody unpleasant move while holding up or supporting bring forth, "The apple tree bore delicious apples this year" take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person contain or hold; have within bring in have on one's person behave in a certain manner have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices support or hold in a certain manner be pregnant with
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mistake one thing for another be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly cause to feel embarrassment assemble without order or sense make unclear, indistinct, or blurred causing confusion or disorientation lacking clarity of meaning; causing confusion or perplexity
in an adorable manner
say something to someone that expresses praise express congratulations be proud of pride or congratulate (oneself) for an achievement
a message whose ingenuity or verbal skill or incongruity has the power to evoke laughter the trait of appreciating (and being able to express) the humorous a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling the quality of being funny (Middle Ages) one of the four fluids in the body whose balance was believed to determine your emotional and physical state the liquid parts of the body put into a good mood
steal goods; take as spoils search thoroughly wrongfully emptied or stripped of anything of value
of or relating to a phenomenon exceedingly or unbelievably great
a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information a written explanation or criticism or illustration that is added to a book or other textual material a report (often malicious) about the behavior of other people make or write a comment on explain or interpret something provide interlinear explanations for words or phrases
call forth lay spawn
a term used in Scottish names of promontories an island in western Scotland in the Inner Hebrides reflect deeply on a subject heat with sugar and spices to make a hot drink
the act of making a film make a film or photograph of something record in film
the verbal act of requesting inquire about make a request or demand for something to somebody direct or put; seek an answer to consider obligatory; request and expect address a question to and expect an answer from require as useful, just, or proper require or ask for as a price or condition
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declare untrue; contradict refuse to accept or believe refuse to grant, as of a petition or request refuse to let have deny oneself (something); restrain, especially from indulging in some pleasure deny formally (an allegation of fact by the opposing party) in a legal suit refuse to recognize or acknowledge
a motley assortment of things
a flight of stairs or a flight of steps the course along which a person has walked or is walking in any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal the distance covered by a step the act of changing location by raising the foot and setting it down support consisting of a place to rest the foot while ascending or descending a stairway relative position in a graded series a short distance the sound of a step of someone walking a musical interval of two semitones a mark of a foot or shoe on a surface a solid block joined to the beams in which the heel of a ship's mast or capstan is fixed a sequence of foot movements that make up a particular dance shift or move by taking a step put down or press the foot, place the foot cause (a computer) to execute a single command treat badly furnish with steps move with one's feet in a specific manner walk a short distance to a specified place or in a specified manner place (a ship's mast) in its step measure (distances) by pacing move or proceed as if by steps into a new situation
the act of overcoming or outdoing the act of inflicting corporal punishment with repeated blows come out better in a competition, race, or conflict give a beating to; subject to a beating, either as a punishment or as an act of aggression hit repeatedly move rhythmically shape by beating make a rhythmic sound glare or strike with great intensity move with a thrashing motion sail with much tacking or with difficulty stir vigorously strike (a part of one's own body) repeatedly, as in great emotion or in accompaniment to music be superior avoid paying make a sound like a clock or a timer move with a flapping motion indicate by beating, as with the fingers or drumsticks move with or as if with a regular alternating motion make by pounding or trampling produce a rhythm by striking repeatedly strike (water or bushes) repeatedly to rouse animals for hunting beat through cleverness and wit be a mystery or bewildering to wear out completely
lovable especially in a childlike or naive way
the act of sharing in the activities of a group the condition of sharing in common with others (as fellows or partners etc.)
a secret look throw a glance at; take a brief look at
subject matter that is calculated to excite and please vulgar tastes the journalistic use of subject matter that appeals to vulgar tastes (philosophy) the ethical doctrine that feeling is the only criterion for what is good (philosophy) the doctrine that knowledge derives from experience
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swift timid long-eared mammal larger than a rabbit having a divided upper lip and long hind legs; young born furred and with open eyes flesh of any of various rabbits or hares (wild or domesticated) eaten as food run quickly, like a hare
the exchange of goods for an agreed sum of money the commercial processes involved in promoting and selling and distributing a product or service shopping at a market engage in the commercial promotion, sale, or distribution of buy household supplies deal in a market make commercial
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in an irritating manner
a man who is a native or inhabitant of England
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unfriendly behavior that causes anger or resentment something that incites or provokes; a means of arousing or stirring to action needed encouragement
of or pertaining to the art and science of architecture
a post bearing a sign that gives directions or shows the way mark with a signpost, as of a path
receive an academic degree upon completion of one's studies confer an academic degree upon make fine adjustments or divide into marked intervals for optimal measuring marked with or divided into degrees taking place by degrees
a title given to rulers or other important people in Asian countries an inn in some eastern countries with a large courtyard that provides accommodation for caravans
the position where someone (as a guard or sentry) stands or is assigned to stand military installation at which a body of troops is stationed a job in an organization an upright consisting of a piece of timber or metal fixed firmly in an upright position United States aviator who in 1933 made the first solo flight around the world (1899-1935) United States female author who wrote a book and a syndicated newspaper column on etiquette (1872-1960) United States manufacturer of breakfast cereals and Postum (1854-1914) any particular collection of letters or packages that is delivered a pole or stake set up to mark something (as the start or end of a race track) the system whereby messages are transmitted via the post office the delivery and collection of letters and packages affix in a public place or for public notice publicize with, or as if with, a poster assign to a post; put into a post assign to a station display, as of records in sports games enter on a public list transfer (entries) from one account book to another ride Western style and bob up and down in the saddle in rhythm with a horse's trotting gait mark with a stake place so as to be noticed cause to be directed or transmitted to another place mark or expose as infamous
something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone;  a basic or essential attribute shared by all members of a class any area set aside for a particular purpose a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished any movable articles or objects used on the set of a play or movie
a young upwardly mobile professional individual; a well-paid middle-class professional who works in a city and has a luxurious life style
interrupt temporarily an activity before continuing cease an action temporarily
a person eating a meal (especially in a restaurant) a passenger car where food is served in transit a restaurant that resembles a dining car
not admitting of penetration or passage into or through permitting little if any light to pass through because of denseness of matter impossible to understand
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a variable color averaging a deep pink the hard stony skeleton of a Mediterranean coral that has a delicate red or pink color and is used for jewelry unfertilized lobster roe; reddens in cooking; used as garnish or to color sauces marine colonial polyp characterized by a calcareous skeleton; masses in a variety of shapes often forming reefs of a strong pink to yellowish-pink color
one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year a time unit of approximately 30 days
consider or hold as true receive willingly something given or offered give an affirmative reply to; respond favorably to react favorably to; consider right and proper admit into a group or community take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person tolerate or accommodate oneself to be designed to hold or take receive (a report) officially, as from a committee make use of or accept for some purpose be sexually responsive to, used of a female domesticated mammal
hating women in particular
pecuniary reimbursement to the winning party for the expenses of litigation the total spent for goods or services including money and time and labor the property of having material worth (often indicated by the amount of money something would bring if sold) value measured by what must be given or done or undergone to obtain something be priced at require to lose, suffer, or sacrifice
wisdom that is recondite and abstruse and profound intellectual depth; penetrating knowledge; keen insight; etc the intellectual ability to penetrate deeply into ideas the quality of being physically deep
a hard copal derived from an African tree any of various resins or oleoresins
be fond of; be attached to
tentacles of octopus prepared as food bottom-living cephalopod having a soft oval body with eight long tentacles
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state of uncertainty or perplexity especially as requiring a choice between equally unfavorable options
a region where a battle is being (or has been) fought
any general reduction in vitality and strength of body and mind resulting from a debilitating chronic disease a decrease in size of an organ caused by disease or disuse spend thoughtlessly; throw away use inefficiently or inappropriately get rid of run off as waste get rid of (someone who may be a threat) by killing spend extravagantly lose vigor, health, or flesh, as through grief cause to grow thin or weak cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly become physically weaker
something that remunerates give money, usually in exchange for goods or services convey, as of a compliment, regards, attention, etc.; bestow cancel or discharge a debt bring in do or give something to somebody in return dedicate be worth it render bear (a cost or penalty), in recompense for some action make a compensation for discharge or settle
a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war
the time interval between the deposit of a check in a bank and its payment the number of shares outstanding and available for trading by the public a drink with ice cream floating in it an elaborate display mounted on a platform carried by a truck (or pulled by a truck) in a procession or parade a hand tool with a flat face used for smoothing and finishing the surface of plaster or cement or stucco something that floats on the surface of water an air-filled sac near the spinal column in many fishes that helps maintain buoyancy be in motion due to some air or water current be afloat either on or below a liquid surface and not sink to the bottom set afloat circulate or discuss tentatively; test the waters with move lightly, as if suspended put into the water make the surface of level or smooth allow (currencies) to fluctuate convert from a fixed point notation to a floating point notation
the body of people in a learned occupation an occupation requiring special education (especially in the liberal arts or sciences) an open avowal (true or false) of some belief or opinion affirmation of acceptance of some religion or faith
give pleasure to or be pleasing to take delight in hold spellbound greatly pleased filled with wonder and delight
the heading or position of a vessel relative to the trim of its sails a short nail with a sharp point and a large head gear for a horse (nautical) a line (rope or chain) that regulates the angle at which a sail is set in relation to the wind (nautical) the act of changing tack sailing a zigzag course fasten with tacks turn into the wind create by putting components or members together sew together loosely, with large stitches fix to; attach reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action)
a state of equilibrium equality between the totals of the credit and debit sides of an account harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within a whole (as in a design) equality of distribution something left after other parts have been taken away the difference between the totals of the credit and debit sides of an account (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Libra the seventh sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about September 23 to October 22 (mathematics) an attribute of a shape or relation; exact reflection of form on opposite sides of a dividing line or plane a weight that balances another weight a wheel that regulates the rate of movement in a machine; especially a wheel oscillating against the hairspring of a timepiece to regulate its beat a scale for weighing; depends on pull of gravity bring into balance or equilibrium compute credits and debits of an account hold or carry in equilibrium be in equilibrium
a performance of a musical composition or a dramatic role etc. an explanation of something that is not immediately obvious the act of interpreting something as expressed in an artistic performance a written communication in a second language having the same meaning as the written communication in a first language a coat of stucco applied to a masonry wall perspective drawing of an architect's design giving in acknowledgment of obligation cause to become give something useful or necessary to give an interpretation or rendition of give or supply pass down make over as a return give back to surrender someone or something to another show in, or as in, a picture coat with plastic or cement bestow restate (words) from one language into another language melt (fat or lard) in order to separate out impurities
cover with a material such as stone or concrete to make suitable for vehicle traffic covered with a firm surface
lie at the top of restrict the number or amount of used especially of front teeth having (artificial) crowns covered as if with a cap or crown especially of a specified kind
extremely impressive in strength or excellence inspiring fear
bring into balance or equilibrium compute credits and debits of an account hold or carry in equilibrium be in equilibrium being in a state of proper equilibrium
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a harsh hoarse utterance (as of a frog) pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life utter a hoarse sound, like a raven make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath
suggestive of or tending to moral looseness driven by lust; preoccupied with or exhibiting lustful desires
an unsteady uneven gait an unintentional but embarrassing blunder walk unsteadily miss a step and fall or nearly fall encounter by chance make an error
in a strange manner
a computer network that spans a wider area than does a local area network become pale and sickly (of light) lacking in intensity or brightness; dim or feeble abnormally deficient in color as suggesting physical or emotional distress lacking vitality as from weariness or illness or unhappiness
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a misleading falsehood the act of deceiving an illusory feat; considered magical by naive observers
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not discovered not yet discovered
one of several parts or pieces that fit with others to constitute a whole object one of the parts into which something naturally divides divide into segments divide or split up
replace a corner by a plane approximate by ignoring all terms beyond a chosen one make shorter as if by cutting off cut short in duration terminating abruptly by having or as if having an end or point cut off
obtainable or accessible and ready for use or service not busy; not otherwise committed convenient for use or disposal
puffed up with vanity past the stage of full bloom
a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war the act of fighting; any contest or struggle an aggressive willingness to compete an intense verbal dispute a boxing or wrestling match be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight fight against or resist strongly make a strenuous or labored effort exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for
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relating to a clinic or conducted in or as if in a clinic and depending on direct observation of patients scientifically detached; unemotional
how something is done or how it happens how a result is obtained or an end is achieved a line leading to a place or point the condition of things generally a course of conduct any artifact consisting of a road or path affording passage from one place to another a journey or passage space for movement the property of distance in general doing as one pleases or chooses a general category of things; used in the expression `in the way of' a portion of something divided into shares to a great degree or by a great distance; very much (`right smart' is regional in the United States)
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informal terms; strikingly unconventional
someone who helps to open up a new line of research or technology or art
a state in northwestern United States on the Pacific have the quality of being; (copula, used with an adjective or a predicate noun) be identical to; be someone or something occupy a certain position or area; be somewhere have an existence, be extant happen, occur, take place; this was during the visit to my parents' house" be identical or equivalent to form or compose work in a specific place, with a specific subject, or in a specific function represent, as of a character on stage spend or use time have life, be alive to remain unmolested, undisturbed, or uninterrupted -- used only in infinitive form be priced at
the waging of armed conflict against an enemy a legal state created by a declaration of war and ended by official declaration during which the international rules of war apply an active struggle between competing entities a concerted campaign to end something that is injurious make or wage war
an effervescent beverage (usually alcoholic) become bubbly or frothy or foaming
a television commercial presented in the form of a short documentary
the meeting place of a group of leaders who make their decisions via private negotiations
Italian composer of operas (1801-1835)
enter or assume a certain state or condition undergo a change or development come into existence enhance the appearance of according with custom or propriety displaying or setting off to best advantage
make a sketch of describe roughly or briefly or give the main points or summary of
increase make better or more attractive
an energetic style a healthy capacity for vigorous activity (biology) a hypothetical force (not physical or chemical) once thought by Henri Bergson to cause the evolution and development of organisms the property of being able to survive and grow
a saying that is widely accepted on its own merits English inventor (born in the United States) who invented the Maxim gun that was used in World War I (1840-1916)
a large mass of land projecting into a body of water
of an obscure nature having an import not apparent to the senses nor obvious to the intelligence; beyond ordinary understanding
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the leaf of a conifer a slender pointer for indicating the reading on the scale of a measuring instrument a sharp pointed implement (usually steel) a stylus that formerly made sound by following a groove in a phonograph record goad or provoke,as by constant criticism prick with a needle
people who are old collectively advanced in years; (`aged' is pronounced as two syllables)
strive to equal or match, especially by imitating imitate the function of (another system), as by modifying the hardware or the software compete with successfully; approach or reach equality with
the kind of intellectual who converts messages from a code to plain text a machine that converts a coded text into ordinary language
a formal exposition
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proper alignment; the property possessed by something that is in correct or proper alignment make level, square, balanced, or concentric consistent with fact or reality; not false accurately placed or thrown devoted (sometimes fanatically) to a cause or concept or truth expressing or given to expressing the truth conforming to definitive criteria worthy of being depended on not pretended; sincerely felt or expressed rightly so called determined with reference to the earth's axis rather than the magnetic poles having a legally established claim in tune; accurate in pitch accurately fitted; level as acknowledged
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occurring or extending throughout a country or nation extending throughout an entire nation
avoid something unpleasant or laborious
to obscure, or conceal with or as if with a veil make undecipherable or imperceptible by obscuring or concealing having or as if having a veil or concealing cover muted or unclear
an elevated geological formation the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the horizontal be at an angle
unrestrained merrymaking take delight in celebrate noisily, often indulging in drinking; engage in uproarious festivities
abundant wealth
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the largest possible quantity the greatest possible degree the point on a curve where the tangent changes from positive on the left to negative on the right the greatest or most complete or best possible
poor acting by a ham actor exaggerate one's acting
adjust or accustom to; bring into harmony with
a solid formed by the solidification of a chemical and having a highly regular atomic structure a crystalline element used as a component in various electronic devices a rock formed by the solidification of a substance; has regularly repeating internal structure; external plane faces colorless glass made of almost pure silica glassware made of quartz a protective cover that protects the face of a watch
your deepest feelings of love and compassion
declaiming wildly participate in an all-night techno dance party talk in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner praise enthusiastically in a raving manner
again but in a new or different way
make a copy of with the intent to deceive tamper, with the purpose of deception speak insincerely or without regard for facts or truths
determined or actuated by emotion rather than reason of more than usual emotion of or pertaining to emotion (of persons) excessively affected by emotion
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not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty impervious to pleas, persuasion, requests, reason; she would have none of him"- W.Churchill
put in effect meet the requirements or expectations of fill or meet a want or need
a verbal commitment by one person to another agreeing to do (or not to do) something in the future grounds for feeling hopeful about the future make a promise or commitment promise to undertake or give make a prediction about; tell in advance give grounds for expectations
used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning characterized by violent and forceful activity or movement; very intense extended meanings; especially of psychological heat; marked by intensity or vehemence especially of passion or enthusiasm (color) bold and intense sexually excited or exciting recently stolen or smuggled very fast; capable of quick response and great speed wanted by the police producing a burning sensation on the taste nerves performed or performing with unusually great skill and daring and energy very popular or successful very unpleasant or even dangerous newest or most recent having or bringing unusually good luck very good; often used in the negative newly made having or showing great eagerness or enthusiasm of a seeker; very near to the object sought having or dealing with dangerously high levels of radioactivity charged or energized with electricity marked by excited activity
United States composer of works noted for their use of the American vernacular (1893-1969) English actor and comedian who appeared on television and in films (born in 1935) English philosopher (1873-1958) Irish poet who wrote nostalgic and patriotic verse (1779-1852) United States poet noted for irony and wit (1887-1872) British sculptor whose works are monumental organic forms (1898-1986)
giving offense to moral sensibilities and injurious to reputation
pertaining to or of the nature of metaphysics without material form or substance highly abstract and overly theoretical
a concept or idea not associated with any specific instance a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory consider a concept without thinking of a specific example; consider abstractly or theoretically make off with belongings of others consider apart from a particular case or instance give an abstract (of) existing only in the mind; separated from embodiment not representing or imitating external reality or the objects of nature dealing with a subject in the abstract without practical purpose or intention
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Jewish republic in southwestern Asia at eastern end of Mediterranean; formerly part of Palestine an ancient kingdom of the Hebrew tribes at the southeastern end of the Mediterranean Sea; founded by Saul around 1025 BC and destroyed by the Assyrians in 721 BC
your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief an indication that makes something evident (law) all the means by which any alleged matter of fact whose truth is investigated at judicial trial is established or disproved provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes provide evidence for give evidence
a long loud emotional utterance emit long loud cries cry loudly, as of animals make a loud noise, as of wind, water, or vehicles laugh unrestrainedly and heartily extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers
French novelist; he portrays the complexity of 19th century French society (1799-1850)
the girlfriend of a gangster
make a promise or commitment promise to undertake or give make a prediction about; tell in advance give grounds for expectations
a pit or hole produced by wear or weathering (especially in a road surface)
the act of communicating with a deity (especially as a petition or in adoration or contrition or thanksgiving) reverent petition to a deity earnest or urgent request a fixed text used in praying someone who prays to God
mentally sluggish
characteristic of or occurring in winter devoid of warmth and cordiality; expressive of unfriendliness or disdain
the distinctive form in which a thing is made container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens loose soil rich in organic matter the process of becoming mildewed a fungus that produces a superficial growth on various kinds of damp or decaying organic matter a dish or dessert that is formed in or on a mold a distinctive nature, character, or type sculpture produced by molding form in clay, wax, etc become moldy; spoil due to humidity form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold make something, usually for a specific function fit tightly, follow the contours of shape or influence; give direction to
a depository containing historical records and documents put into an archive
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involving the body as distinguished from the mind or spirit relating to the sciences dealing with matter and energy; especially physics having substance or material existence; perceptible to the senses according with material things or natural laws (other than those peculiar to living matter) characterized by energetic bodily activity impelled by physical force especially against resistance concerned with material things
43rd President of the United States; son of George Herbert Walker Bush (born in 1946)
gradually deprive (infants and young mammals) of mother's milk detach the affections of freed of dependence on something especially (for mammals) mother's milk
any soft or soggy mass cornmeal boiled in water writing or music that is excessively sweet and sentimental a journey by dogsled drive (a team of dogs or a dogsled) travel with a dogsled
the time when something ends pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life suffer or face the pain of death be brought to or as if to the point of death by an intense emotion such as embarrassment, amusement, or shame stop operating or functioning feel indifferent towards languish as with love or desire cut or shape with a die to be on base at the end of an inning, of a player lose sparkle or bouquet disappear or come to an end suffer spiritual death; be damned (in the religious sense) in or associated with the process of passing from life or ceasing to be eagerly desirous
an expression of approval and commendation
the act of positioning close together (or side by side) a side-by-side position
(law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something a pole or stake set up to mark something (as the start or end of a race track) instrument of execution consisting of a vertical post that a victim is tied to for burning the money risked on a gamble a strong wooden or metal post with a point at one end so it can be driven into the ground put at risk place a bet on mark with a stake tie or fasten to a stake kill by piercing with a spear or sharp pole
all of your experiences that determine how things appear to you the state of being actual or real the state of the world as it really is rather than as you might want it to be the quality possessed by something that is real
a contest whose outcome is uncertain up to the very end an episode that ends in suspense
excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of be on the mind of be of importance or consequence having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern involved in or affected by or having a claim to or share in
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the act of retaining something something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone;  keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean" have or hold in one's hands or grip organize or be responsible for have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings) to close within bounds, limit or hold back from movement secure and keep for possible future use or application have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices be the physical support of; carry the weight of contain or hold; have within have room for; hold without crowding remain in a certain state, position, or condition support or hold in a certain manner be valid, applicable, or true assert or affirm have as a major characteristic be capable of holding or containing arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance protect against a challenge or attack bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted hold the attention of remain committed to resist or confront with resistance be pertinent or relevant or applicable stop dealing with lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits keep from departing take and maintain control over, often by violent means cause to stop cover as for protection against noise or smell drink alcohol without showing ill effects aim, point, or direct declare to be be in accord; be in agreement keep from exhaling or expelling
run or move very quickly or hastily break into pieces, as by striking or knocking over hurl or thrust violently destroy or break cause to lose courage add an enlivening or altering element to lively and spirited marked by up-to-dateness in dress and manners
trying something to find out about it any standardized procedure for measuring sensitivity or memory or intelligence or aptitude or personality etc a set of questions or exercises evaluating skill or knowledge the act of undergoing testing the act of testing something a hard outer covering as of some amoebas and sea urchins put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to test or examine for the presence of disease or infection examine someone's knowledge of something show a certain characteristic when tested achieve a certain score or rating on a test determine the presence or properties of (a substance) undergo a test
a substance that is fluid at room temperature and pressure continuous amorphous matter that tends to flow and to conform to the outline of its container: a liquid or a gas
gay or light-hearted recreational activity for diversion or amusement play boisterously
the period of greatest prosperity or productivity
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gain points in a game make small marks into the surface of make underscoring marks write a musical score for induce to have sex get a certain number or letter indicating quality or performance assign a grade or rank to, according to one's evaluation
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a male with the same parents as someone else a male person who is a fellow member (of a fraternity or religion or other group) a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities used as a term of address for those male persons engaged in the same movement (Roman Catholic Church) a title given to a monk and used as form of address
ludicrous, foolish abounding in sap
the state of being welcome a greeting or reception accept gladly bid welcome to; greet upon arrival receive someone, as into one's house giving pleasure or satisfaction or received with pleasure or freely granted
make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth or validity of something causing one to believe the truth of something
showing regard for others in manners, speech, behavior, etc. marked by refinement in taste and manners not rude; marked by satisfactory (or especially minimal) adherence to social usages and sufficient but not noteworthy consideration for others
a creation spoken or written or composed extemporaneously (without prior preparation) an unplanned expedient a performance given extempore without planning or preparation
an outcome (good or bad) that is well deserved
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a large number or amount a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance) a written form of a musical composition; parts for different instruments appear on separate staves on large pages a number that expresses the accomplishment of a team or an individual in a game or contest a set of twenty members grounds the facts about an actual situation an amount due (as at a restaurant or bar) a slight surface cut (especially a notch that is made to keep a tally) a resentment strong enough to justify retaliation the act of scoring in a game or sport a seduction culminating in sexual intercourse gain points in a game make small marks into the surface of make underscoring marks write a musical score for induce to have sex get a certain number or letter indicating quality or performance assign a grade or rank to, according to one's evaluation
organization of performers and associated personnel (especially theatrical)
puncture and scar (the skin), as for purposes or tribal identification or rituals scratch the surface of break up
the hospital ward or clinic in which patients are detoxified treat for alcohol or drug dependence
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necrotic tissue; a mortified or gangrenous part or mass a hollow filled with mud a stagnant swamp (especially as part of a bayou) any outer covering that can be shed or cast off (such as the cast-off skin of a snake) cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers
deprive somebody of something by deceit defeat someone through trickery or deceit engage in deceitful behavior; practice trickery or fraud be sexually unfaithful to one's partner in marriage
present give as a gift bestow a quality on
the rate of moving (especially walking or running) the distance covered by a step the relative speed of progress or change a step in walking or running the rate of some repeating event a unit of length equal to 3 feet; defined as 91.44 centimeters; originally taken to be the average length of a stride walk with slow or fast paces go at a pace measure (distances) by pacing regulate or set the pace of
social control by dominating power to dominate or defeat
mentally and emotionally stable in contact with each other or in proximity assembled in one place in each other's company at the same time with cooperation and interchange with a common plan
the state of cohering or sticking together (botany) the process in some plants of parts growing together that are usually separate (such as petals) (physics) the intermolecular force that holds together the molecules in a solid or liquid
steadfast in allegiance or duty inspired by love for your country unwavering in devotion to friend or vow or cause
of or concerned with the philosophical theory of literature known as deconstructionism
the manner in which something is greeted a formal party of people; as after a wedding quality or fidelity of a received broadcast the act of receiving (American football) the act of catching a pass in football
in an inexorable manner
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walk with slow or fast paces go at a pace measure (distances) by pacing regulate or set the pace of
a short musical composition with words a distinctive or characteristic sound the act of singing the characteristic sound produced by a bird a very small sum the imperial dynasty of China from 960 to 1279; noted for art and literature and philosophy
a manner of speaking that is natural to native speakers of a language the usage or vocabulary that is characteristic of a specific group of people the style of a particular artist or school or movement an expression whose meanings cannot be inferred from the meanings of the words that make it up
an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances
(folklore) a corpse that rises at night to drink the blood of the living
negotiation between nations subtly skillful handling of a situation wisdom in the management of public affairs
an artistic form of nonverbal communication a party of people assembled for dancing taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music a party for social dancing move in a graceful and rhythmical way move in a pattern; usually to musical accompaniment; do or perform a dance skip, leap, or move up and down or sideways
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control consisting of a mechanical or electrical or electronic device for making or breaking or changing the connections in a circuit an event in which one thing is substituted for another hairpiece consisting of a tress of false hair; used by women to give shape to a coiffure railroad track having two movable rails and necessary connections; used to turn a train from one track to another or to store rolling stock a flexible implement used as an instrument of punishment a basketball maneuver; two defensive players shift assignments so that each guards the player usually guarded by the other the act of changing one thing or position for another change over, change around, as to a new order or sequence exchange or give (something) in exchange for lay aside, abandon, or leave for another make a shift in or exchange of; then we switched" cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation flog with or as if with a flexible rod reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action)
activity that is a malfunction, intrusion, or interruption an unhappy and worried mental state a disorderly outburst or tumult a noisy fight the act of disturbing something or someone; setting something in motion (psychiatry) a psychological disorder of thought or emotion; a more neutral term than mental illness electrical or acoustic activity that can disturb communication
wetness caused by water
feeling or showing gratitude affording comfort or pleasure
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a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war an energetic attempt to achieve something an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals) battle or contend against in or as if in a battle
a member of the race of people living in America when Europeans arrived a native or inhabitant of India any of the languages spoken by Amerindians
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single thickness of usually some homogeneous substance a relatively thin sheetlike expanse or region lying over or under another an abstract place usually conceived as having depth a hen that lays eggs thin structure composed of a single thickness of cells make or form a layer
bestow a quality on contribute to some cause be conducive to provide tending to bring about; being partly responsible for
definitely or positively (`sure' is sometimes used informally for `surely')
a condition of urgency making it necessary to hurry overly eager speed (and possible carelessness) the act of moving hurriedly and in a careless manner move very fast act or move at high speed urge to an unnatural speed
a locally circumscribed place characterized by some distinctive features any of the regions of the surface of the Earth loosely divided according to latitude or longitude an area or region distinguished from adjacent parts by a distinctive feature or characteristic (anatomy) any encircling or beltlike structure regulate housing in; of certain areas of towns separate or apportion into sections
be undecided about something; waver between conflicting positions or courses of action move to and fro hang in the air; fly or be suspended above be suspended in the air, as if in defiance of gravity hang over, as of something threatening, dark, or menacing
conformity with law or custom or practice etc. bestow honor or rewards upon show respect towards accept as pay
the act of giving a false appearance pretending with intention to deceive imaginative intellectual play a false or unsupportable quality an artful or simulated semblance
a sudden intense burst of radiant energy a momentary brightness a short vivid experience a sudden brilliant understanding a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat) a gaudy outward display a burst of light used to communicate or illuminate a short news announcement concerning some on-going news story a bright patch of color used for decoration or identification a lamp for providing momentary light to take a photograph gleam or glow intermittently appear briefly display proudly; act ostentatiously or pretentiously make known or cause to appear with great speed run or move very quickly or hastily expose or show briefly protect by covering with a thin sheet of metal emit a brief burst of light tastelessly showy
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belonging to or characteristic of the nobility or aristocracy
adjust for make amends for; pay compensation for make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities make reparations or amends for do or give something to somebody in return make payment to; compensate
fail to satisfy in a state of sulky dissatisfaction
the mountain peak that Noah's ark landed on as the waters of the great flood receded
the basic rhythmic unit in a piece of music recurring at regular intervals an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs the arrangement of spoken words alternating stressed and unstressed elements natural family planning in which ovulation is assumed to occur 14 days before the onset of a period (the fertile period would be assumed to extend from day 10 through day 18 of her cycle)
give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause dedicate set aside or apart for a specific purpose or use
an overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety a person who inspires fear or dread a very troublesome child the use of extreme fear in order to coerce people (especially for political reasons)
a systematic interpretation or explanation (usually written) of a specific topic a collection of things (goods or works of art etc.) for public display an account that sets forth the meaning or intent of a writing or discourse (music) the section of a movement (especially in sonata form) where the major musical themes first occur
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praise, glorify, or honor
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an orange of low brightness and saturation Scottish botanist who first observed the movement of small particles in fluids now known a Brownian motion (1773-1858) abolitionist who was hanged after leading an unsuccessful raid at Harper's Ferry, Virginia (1800-1859) a university in Rhode Island fry in a pan until it changes color make brown in color of a color similar to that of wood or earth (of skin) deeply suntanned
King of France from 1560 to 1574 whose reign was dominated by his mother Catherine de Medicis (1550-1574) King of France who began his reign with most of northern France under English control; after the intervention of Jeanne d'Arc the French were able to defeat the English and end the Hundred Years' War (1403-1461) as Charles II he was Holy Roman Emperor and as Charles I he was king of France (823-877) King of England and Scotland and Ireland during the Restoration (1630-1685) son of James I who was King of England and Scotland and Ireland; was deposed and executed by Oliver Cromwell (1600-1649) the eldest son of Elizabeth II and heir to the English throne (born in 1948) French physicist and author of Charles's law which anticipated Gay-Lussac's law (1746-1823) king of the Franks and Holy Roman Emperor; conqueror of the Lombards and Saxons (742-814) a river in eastern Massachusetts that empties into Boston Harbor and that separates Cambridge from Boston
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abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule
a covering or bunch of human or artificial hair used for disguise or adornment
from appearances alone
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tear or be torn violently resembling a sound of violent tearing as of something ripped apart or lightning splitting a tree
Greek author of fables (circa 620-560 BC)
having no known name or identity or known source not known or lacking marked individuality
young domestic cat have kittens
a source of difficulty an angry disturbance an event causing distress or pain an effort that is inconvenient a strong feeling of anxiety an unwanted pregnancy move deeply to cause inconvenience or discomfort to disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed take the trouble to do something; concern oneself cause bodily suffering to and make sick or indisposed
a very long fly ball a sudden very loud noise a strong current of air an explosion (as of dynamite) a highly pleasurable or exciting experience intense adverse criticism make a strident sound hit hard use explosives on apply a draft or strong wind to to create by using explosives make with or as if with an explosion fire a shot criticize harshly or violently shatter as if by explosion shrivel or wither or mature imperfectly
pathetically lacking in force or effectiveness lacking strength or vigor lacking bodily or muscular strength or vitality lacking strength
ludicrous, foolish
a cocktail made of tequila and triple sec with lime and lemon juice
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in an aggressive manner
avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues) escape, either physically or mentally practice evasion use cunning or deceit to escape or avoid
United States dancer and choreographer (born in 1922)
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give an exhibition of to an interested audience bring forward and present to the mind perform (a play), especially on a stage hand over formally introduce give, especially as an honor or reward give as a present; make a gift of deliver (a speech, oration, or idea) cause to come to know personally represent abstractly, for example in a painting, drawing, or sculpture present somebody with something, usually to accuse or criticize formally present a debutante, a representative of a country, etc. recognize with a gesture prescribed by a military regulation; assume a prescribed position
the sterilization of an animal cause to change; make different; cause a transformation become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence make an alteration to insert words into texts, often falsifying it thereby remove the ovaries of
a circular segment of a curve the act of changing or reversing the direction of the course (game) the activity of doing something in an agreed succession an unforeseen development a movement in a new direction the act of turning away or in the opposite direction turning or twisting around (in place) a time for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else) (sports) a division during which one team is on the offensive a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program a favor for someone taking a short walk out and back change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense undergo a transformation or a change of position or action undergo a change or development cause to move around or rotate change to the contrary pass to the other side of pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become let (something) fall or spill from a container move around an axis or a center cause to move around a center so as to show another side of to send or let go to break and turn over earth especially with a plow shape by rotating on a lathe or cutting device or a wheel change color twist suddenly so as to sprain cause to change or turn into something different; assume new characteristics accomplish by rotating get by buying and selling cause to move along an axis or into a new direction channel one's attention, interest, thought, or attention toward or away from something cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form alter the functioning or setting of direct at someone have recourse to or make an appeal or request for help or information to go sour or spoil become officially one year older
a user interface based on graphics (icons and pictures and menus) instead of text; uses a mouse as well as a keyboard as an input device
easily broken or damaged or destroyed vulnerably delicate lacking substance or significance; a fragile claim to fame"
a weapon that discharges a missile at high velocity (especially from a metal tube or barrel) large but transportable armament a person who shoots a gun (as regards their ability) a professional killer who uses a gun a hand-operated pump that resembles a revolver; forces grease into parts of a machine a pedal that controls the throttle valve the discharge of a firearm as signal or as a salute in military ceremonies shoot with a gun
full of or marked by resentment or indignant ill will
a multivalent nonmetallic element of the nitrogen family that occurs commonly in inorganic phosphate rocks and as organic phosphates in all living cells; is highly reactive and occurs in several allotropic forms the 16th letter of the Roman alphabet
water containing salts a strong solution of salt and water used for pickling soak in brine
easily deciphered
the part of the alimentary canal between the stomach and the anus a narrow channel or strait a strong cord made from the intestines of sheep and used in surgery empty completely; destroy the inside of remove the guts of
an informal term for a youth or man an effigy of Guy Fawkes that is burned on a bonfire on Guy Fawkes Day a cable, wire, or rope that is used to brace something (especially a tent) subject to laughter or ridicule steady or support with a guy wire or cable
interlace by or as if by weaving create a piece of cloth by interlacing strands of fabric, such as wool or cotton sway to and fro to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course made or constructed by interlacing threads or strips of material or other elements into a whole
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the higher of two berths piece of leather or synthetic material that forms the part of a shoe or boot above the sole that encases the foot a central nervous system stimulant that increases energy and decreases appetite; used to treat narcolepsy and some forms of depression the topmost one of two higher in place or position superior in rank or accomplishment
a drastic and far-reaching change in ways of thinking and behaving the overthrow of a government by those who are governed a single complete turn (axial or orbital)
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a murderer (especially one who kills a prominent political figure) who kills by a surprise attack and often is hired to do the deed a cry of approval as from an audience at the end of great performance applaud with shouts of `bravo' or `brava'
repetitive and persistent characterized by repetition
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally make a discovery, make a new finding make a discovery find unexpectedly make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret see for the first time; make a discovery identify as in botany or biology, for example
the expertness characteristic of a professional person
the total spent for goods or services including money and time and labor the property of having material worth (often indicated by the amount of money something would bring if sold) value measured by what must be given or done or undergone to obtain something be priced at require to lose, suffer, or sacrifice
inhabit or live in; be an inhabitant of fill with inhabitants
any process serving to define the shape of something determine the essential quality of give a definition for the meaning of a word determine the nature of show the form or outline of decide upon or fix definitely
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an advocate of secularism; someone who believes that religion should be excluded from government and education
provoke someone to do something through (often false or exaggerated) promises or persuasion highly attractive and able to arouse hope or desire
become or cause to become undone by separating the fibers or threads of disentangle become undone
profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger an appeal to some supernatural power to inflict evil on someone or some group an evil spell something causing misery or death a severe affliction utter obscenities or profanities heap obscenities upon wish harm upon; invoke evil upon exclude from a church or a religious community
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect come into sight or view be issued or published seem to be true, probable, or apparent come into being or existence, or appear on the scene appear as a character on stage or appear in a play, etc. present oneself formally, as before a (judicial) authority
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in a pleasing manner
assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group any of the equal portions into which the capital stock of a corporation is divided and ownership of which is evidenced by a stock certificate the allotment of some amount by dividing something the part played by a person in bringing about a result a sharp steel wedge that cuts loose the top layer of soil have in common use jointly or in common have, give, or receive a share of give out as one's portion or share communicate
capital and largest city of Italy; on the Tiber; seat of the Roman Catholic Church; formerly the capital of the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire the leadership of the Roman Catholic Church
French philosopher and critic (born in Algeria); exponent of deconstructionism (1930-2004)
control consisting of a mechanical or electrical or electronic device for making or breaking or changing the connections in a circuit an event in which one thing is substituted for another hairpiece consisting of a tress of false hair; used by women to give shape to a coiffure railroad track having two movable rails and necessary connections; used to turn a train from one track to another or to store rolling stock a flexible implement used as an instrument of punishment a basketball maneuver; two defensive players shift assignments so that each guards the player usually guarded by the other the act of changing one thing or position for another change over, change around, as to a new order or sequence exchange or give (something) in exchange for lay aside, abandon, or leave for another make a shift in or exchange of; then we switched" cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation flog with or as if with a flexible rod reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action)
(Yiddish) a jerk
expand and contract rhythmically; beat rhythmically move with or as if with a regular alternating motion produce or modulate (as electromagnetic waves) in the form of short bursts or pulses or cause an apparatus to produce pulses
large southern European spider once thought to be the cause of tarantism (uncontrollable bodily movement) large hairy tropical spider with fangs that can inflict painful but not highly venomous bites
earnest or urgent request attractiveness that interests or pleases or stimulates (law) a legal proceeding in which the appellant resorts to a higher court for the purpose of obtaining a review of a lower court decision and a reversal of the lower court's judgment or the granting of a new trial request for a sum of money take a court case to a higher court for review request earnestly (something from somebody); ask for aid or protection be attractive to challenge (a decision) cite as an authority; resort to
the most outstanding work of a creative artist or craftsman an outstanding achievement
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meet the requirements or expectations of make happy or satisfied fill or meet a want or need
a security pledged for the repayment of a loan descended from a common ancestor but through different lines serving to support or corroborate accompany, concomitant situated or running side by side
a violent release of energy caused by a chemical or nuclear reaction the act of exploding or bursting a sudden great increase the noise caused by an explosion the terminal forced release of pressure built up during the occlusive phase of a stop consonant a sudden outburst a golf shot from a bunker that typically moves sand as well as the golf ball
shape anew or differently shape again or shape differently
a small inexpensive mass-produced article miscellaneous curios
additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct information that confirms or verifies making something valid by formally ratifying or confirming it a ceremony held in the synagogue (usually at Pentecost) to admit as adult members of the Jewish community young men and women who have successfully completed a course of study in Judaism a sacrament admitting a baptized person to full participation in the church
(genetics) a segment of DNA that is involved in producing a polypeptide chain; it can include regions preceding and following the coding DNA as well as introns between the exons; it is considered a unit of heredity
French diplomat who in 1793 tried to draw the United States into the war between France and England (1763-1834) French writer of novels and dramas for the theater of the absurd (1910-1986) agile Old World viverrine having a spotted coat and long ringed tail
hang loosely or laxly be lazy or idle
an awkward stupid person look with amazement; look stupidly
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assemble once again, after taking something apart
a digestible substance used to give color to food a visual attribute of things that results from the light they emit or transmit or reflect the act or process of changing the color of something add color to affect as in thought or feeling modify or bias decorate with colors give a deceptive explanation or excuse for change color, often in an undesired manner
made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow brilliant reflecting light
a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of a shoot arising from a plant's roots a drinker who sucks (as at a nipple or through a straw) flesh of any of numerous North American food fishes with toothless jaws hard candy on a stick an organ specialized for sucking nourishment or for adhering to objects by suction mostly North American freshwater fishes with a thick-lipped mouth for feeding by suction; related to carps
someone who assists a priest or minister in a liturgical service; a cleric ordained in the highest of the minor orders in the Roman Catholic Church but not in the Anglican Church or the Eastern Orthodox Churches
a deep prolonged loud noise a very loud utterance (like the sound of an animal) make a loud noise, as of wind, water, or vehicles utter words loudly and forcefully emit long loud cries act or proceed in a riotous, turbulent, or disorderly way make a loud noise, as of animal laugh unrestrainedly and heartily very lively and profitable extremely
a game played on a court by two opposing teams of 5 players; points are scored by throwing the ball through an elevated horizontal hoop a light curved skeleton to spread out a skirt a rigid circular band of metal or wood or other material used for holding or fastening or hanging or pulling a small arch used as croquet equipment horizontal circular metal hoop supporting a net through which players try to throw the basketball bind or fasten with a hoop
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect come into sight or view be issued or published seem to be true, probable, or apparent come into being or existence, or appear on the scene appear as a character on stage or appear in a play, etc. present oneself formally, as before a (judicial) authority
an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event the action of changing something the result of alteration or modification the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due a thing that is different a different or fresh set of clothes coins of small denomination regarded collectively money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency a difference that is usually pleasant cause to change; make different; cause a transformation undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence lay aside, abandon, or leave for another change clothes; put on different clothes exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category give to, and receive from, one another change from one vehicle or transportation line to another become deeper in tone remove or replace the coverings of
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a gymnastic horse without pommels and with one end elongated; used lengthwise for vaulting a piece of paper money worth one dollar United States author whose novels drew on her experiences as a missionary in China (1892-1973) a framework for holding wood that is being sawed mature male of various mammals (especially deer or antelope) to strive with determination resist move quickly and violently jump vertically, with legs stiff and back arched
the process of combustion of inflammable materials producing heat and light and (often) smoke shine with a sudden light be in flames or aflame criticize harshly, usually via an electronic medium
with impatience; in an impatient manner
spend thoughtlessly; throw away spend extravagantly not used to good advantage
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a journey taken for pleasure wandering from the main path of a journey
the act of testing something trying something to find out about it the act of undergoing testing (law) the determination of a person's innocence or guilt by due process of law (sports) a preliminary competition to determine qualifications an annoying or frustrating or catastrophic event
a vigorous blow a sudden very loud noise a border of hair that is cut short and hangs across the forehead the swift release of a store of affective force a conspicuous success strike violently to produce a sharp often metallic explosive or percussive sound close violently move noisily have sexual intercourse with leap, jerk, bang
United States historian noted for studies of Black American history (born in 1915) printer whose success as an author led him to take up politics; he helped draw up the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution; he played a major role in the American Revolution and negotiated French support for the colonists; as a scientist he is remembered particularly for his research in electricity (1706-1790) a landowner (14th and 15th centuries) who was free but not of noble birth
under normal conditions
the lap consisting of a turned-back hem encircling the end of the sleeve or leg shackle that consists of a metal loop that can be locked around the wrist; usually used in pairs hit with the hand confine or restrain with or as if with manacles or handcuffs
a fight involving shooting small arms with the intent to kill or frighten
plan secretly, usually something illegal make a schematic or technical drawing of that shows interactions among variables or how something is constructed make a plat of devise the sequence of events in (a literary work or a play, movie, or ballet) planned in advance
(usually followed by `of') without due thought or consideration in spite of everything; without regard to drawbacks
an attitude of defensiveness (especially in the phrase `on the defensive') intended or appropriate for defending against or deterring aggression or attack attempting to justify or defend in speech or writing
a minor actor in crowd scenes an additional edition of a newspaper (usually to report a crisis) something additional of the same kind more than is needed, desired, or required added to a regular schedule further or added unusually or exceptionally
disposing of money or property with the expectation that the same thing (or an equivalent) will be returned bestow a quality on give temporarily; let have for a limited time have certain characteristics of qualities for something; be open or vulnerable to
characterized by insincerity or deceit; evasive changing position or direction
attach a tag or label to designate as if by a mark be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense mark by some ceremony or observation make or leave a mark on to accuse or condemn or openly or formally or brand as disgraceful notice or perceive mark with a scar make small marks into the surface of establish as the highest level or best performance make underscoring marks remove from a list put a check mark on or near or next to assign a grade or rank to, according to one's evaluation insert punctuation marks into strongly marked; easily noticeable singled out for notice or especially for a dire fate having or as if having an identifying mark or a mark as specified; often used in combination
young bull castrated bull
the Romance language spoken in most of Spain and the countries colonized by Spain the people of Spain of or relating to or characteristic of Spain or the people of Spain
with sincerity; without pretense written formula for ending a letter
a member of a ship's crew who performs manual labor
cause to puff up with a leaven made light by aerating, as with yeast or baking powder; often used as a combining form
some conspicuous object used to distinguish or mark something a distinguishing symbol a writing implement for making a mark
a range horse of the western United States an informal term for a racehorse a literal translation used in studying a foreign language (often used illicitly) a small glass adequate to hold a single swallow of whiskey any of various breeds of small gentle horses usually less than five feet high at the shoulder
not often
of the nature of a homily or sermon of or relating to homiletics
the world of commercial activity where goods and services are bought and sold the customers for a particular product or service a marketplace where groceries are sold the securities markets in the aggregate an area in a town where a public mercantile establishment is set up engage in the commercial promotion, sale, or distribution of buy household supplies deal in a market make commercial
a misleading falsehood the act of deceiving an illusory feat; considered magical by naive observers
station where transport vehicles load or unload passengers or goods a contact on an electrical device (such as a battery) at which electric current enters or leaves either extremity of something that has length electronic equipment consisting of a device providing access to a computer; has a keyboard and display of or relating to or situated at the ends of a delivery route relating to or occurring in a term or fixed period of time being or situated at an end occurring at or forming an end or termination causing or ending in or approaching death
an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest the feeling that accompanies an experience of being thwarted in attaining your goals win a victory over thwart the passage of
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be shown or be found to be establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment provide evidence for prove formally; demonstrate by a mathematical, formal proof put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to increase in volume cause to puff up with a leaven take a trial impression of obtain probate of
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express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol represent or identify by using a symbol; use symbols
a region marked off for administrative or other purposes an area of knowledge or interest the geographical area under the jurisdiction of a sovereign state
inhabit or live in; be an inhabitant of lead a certain kind of life; live in a certain style continue to live through hardship or adversity support oneself have life, be alive have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations pursue a positive and satisfying existence actually being performed at the time of hearing or viewing exerting force or containing energy possessing life highly reverberant charged with an explosive elastic; rebounds readily abounding with life and energy in current use or ready for use of current relevance charged or energized with electricity capable of erupting not recorded
the quality of being spontaneous and coming from natural feelings without constraint
(used as an intensifier) extremely well
a tranquilizer (trade name Valium) used to relieve anxiety and relax muscles; acts by enhancing the inhibitory actions of the neurotransmitter GABA; can also be used as an anticonvulsant drug in cases of nerve agent poisoning
attractive especially by means of smallness or prettiness or quaintness obviously contrived to charm
a natural protective body covering and site of the sense of touch separate with or as if with an instrument cut down on; make a reduction in turn sharply; change direction abruptly make an incision or separation discharge from a group form by probing, penetrating, or digging style and tailor in a certain fashion hit (a ball) with a spin so that it turns in the opposite direction make out and issue cut and assemble the components of intentionally fail to attend be able to manage or manage successfully give the appearance or impression of move (one's fist) pass directly and often in haste pass through or across make an abrupt change of image or sound stop filming make a recording of record a performance on (a medium) create by duplicating data form or shape by cutting or incising perform or carry out function as a cutting instrument allow incision or separation divide a deck of cards at random into two parts to make selection difficult cause to stop operating by disengaging a switch reap or harvest fell by sawing; hew penetrate injuriously refuse to acknowledge shorten as if by severing the edges or ends of weed out unwanted or unnecessary things dissolve by breaking down the fat of have a reducing effect cease, stop reduce in scope while retaining essential elements lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture have grow through the gums grow through the gums cut off the testicles (of male animals such as horses)
spiritual being attendant upon God person of exceptional holiness invests in a theatrical production the highest waterfall; has more than one leap; flow varies seasonally
in a marginal manner
of or relating to or determined by sociology
something that provides access (to get in or get out) a movement into or inward the act of entering attract; cause to be enamored put into a trance
tendency to believe readily
put into dramatic form represent something in a dramatic manner add details to
a hair style that draws the hair back so that it hangs down in back of the head like a pony's tail
a structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building anything that approximates the shape of a column or tower a powerful small boat designed to pull or push larger ships appear very large or occupy a commanding position
a flat (usually rectangular) container for a letter, thin package, etc. any wrapper or covering a curve that is tangent to each of a family of curves a natural covering (as by a fluid) the maximum operating capability of a system (especially an aircraft) the bag containing the gas in a balloon
lay bare without the natural or usual covering
a slight indication evidence that helps to solve a problem roll into a ball
a theatrical representation of a story that is performed to music by trained dancers music written for a ballet
an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities the work of inquiring into something thoroughly and systematically
feel or handle with the fingers examine by touch search for on the computer indicate the fingering for the playing of musical scores for keyboard instruments having or resembling a finger or fingers; often used in combination
enclose or enfold completely with or as if with a covering
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give extra weight to (a communication) to stress, single out as important
making or willing to make concessions intended to placate
an image that is generated by a computer written or drawn or engraved describing nudity or sexual activity in graphic detail of or relating to the graphic arts relating to or presented by a graph evoking lifelike images within the mind
a series of question put to an individual (such as a political candidate) to elicit their views an elementary book summarizing the principles of a Christian religion; written as questions and answers
a native or inhabitant of the Philippines official language of the Philippines; based on Tagalog; draws its lexicon from other Philippine languages of or relating to or characteristic of the Philippines or its people or customs
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a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine a wheeled vehicle adapted to the rails of railroad the compartment that is suspended from an airship and that carries personnel and the cargo and the power plant where passengers ride up and down a conveyance for passengers or freight on a cable railway
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feline mammal usually having thick soft fur and no ability to roar: domestic cats; wildcats an informal term for a youth or man a spiteful woman gossip the leaves of the shrub Catha edulis which are chewed like tobacco or used to make tea; has the effect of a euphoric stimulant a whip with nine knotted cords a large tracked vehicle that is propelled by two endless metal belts; frequently used for moving earth in construction and farm work any of several large cats typically able to roar and living in the wild a method of examining body organs by scanning them with X rays and using a computer to construct a series of cross-sectional scans along a single axis beat with a cat-o'-nine-tails eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth
the act of clearing yourself (or another) from some stigma or charge an act of removing by cleansing; ridding of sediment or other undesired elements an abrupt or sudden removal of a person or group from an organization or place oust politically clear of a charge make pure or free from sin or guilt rid of impurities rinse, clean, or empty with a liquid eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth excrete or evacuate (someone's bowels or body)
prevent from being seen or discovered hold back; keep from being perceived by others
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure dispassionate;  resisting weight or pressure very strong or vigorous characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort produced without vibration of the vocal cords (of light) transmitted directly from a pointed light source (of speech sounds); produced with the back of the tongue raised toward or touching the velum given to excessive indulgence of bodily appetites especially for intoxicating liquors being distilled rather than fermented; having a high alcoholic content unfortunate or hard to bear dried out with effort or force or vigor with firmness earnestly or intently causing great damage or hardship slowly and with difficulty indulging excessively into a solid condition very near or close in space or time with pain or distress or bitterness to the full extent possible; all the way
sewing consisting of small folds or puckers made by pulling tight a thread in a line of stitching the act of gathering something assemble or get together collect in one place collect or gather conclude from evidence draw together into folds or puckers get people together draw and bring closer look for (food) in nature increase or develop
a single distinct event a public disturbance
airtight sealed metal container for food or drink or paint etc. the quantity contained in a can a buoy with a round bottom and conical top the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on a plumbing fixture for defecation and urination a room or building equipped with one or more toilets preserve in a can or tin terminate the employment of; discharge from an office or position
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a mistake in calculating
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act as a stimulant cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of cause to be alert and energetic cause to occur rapidly stir feelings in provide the needed stimulus for rousing or quickening activity or the senses that stimulates making lively and cheerful
someone who is morally reprehensible software used in art and architecture and engineering and manufacturing to assist in precision drawing
(military) a secret agent hired by a state to obtain information about its enemies or by a business to obtain industrial secrets from competitors a secret watcher; someone who secretly watches other people catch sight of watch, observe, or inquire secretly catch sight of; to perceive with the eyes secretly collect sensitive or classified information; engage in espionage
give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause open to public use, as of a highway, park, or building inscribe or address by way of compliment set apart to sacred uses with solemn rites, of a church devoted to a cause or ideal or purpose solemnly dedicated to or set apart for a high purpose
the product of percolation permeate or penetrate gradually spread gradually prepare in a percolator cause (a solvent) to pass through a permeable substance in order to extract a soluble constituent pass through gain or regain energy
perceive (sound) via the auditory sense get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally examine or hear (evidence or a case) by judicial process receive a communication from someone listen and pay attention
a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something temporary inactivity interrupt temporarily an activity before continuing cease an action temporarily
a small fragment of something broken off from the whole a triangular wooden float attached to the end of a log line a piece of dried bovine dung a thin crisp slice of potato fried in deep fat a mark left after a small piece has been chopped or broken off of something a small disk-shaped counter used to represent money when gambling electronic equipment consisting of a small crystal of a silicon semiconductor fabricated to carry out a number of electronic functions in an integrated circuit (golf) a low running approach shot the act of chipping something break off (a piece from a whole) cut a nick into play a chip shot form by chipping break a small piece off from
the physical property of being soft and drippy falsely emotional in a maudlin way
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the subject matter of a conversation or discussion some situation or event that is thought about
perceive (sound) via the auditory sense get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally examine or hear (evidence or a case) by judicial process receive a communication from someone listen and pay attention detected or perceived by the sense of hearing
the protruding part of the lower jaw Kamarupan languages spoken in western Burma and Bangladesh and easternmost India raise oneself while hanging from one's hands until one's chin is level with the support bar
being undiluted or unmixed with extraneous material the state of being unsullied by sin or moral wrong; lacking a knowledge of evil a woman's virtue or chastity
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capable of being perceived as different or distinct (often followed by `from') not alike; different in nature or quality
come to pass come to one's mind; suggest itself to be found to exist
someone who performs magic tricks to amuse an audience one who practices magic or sorcery
play boisterously run easily and fairly fast win easily
argue over petty things
marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable not showing abrupt variations
repetition of messages to reduce the probability of errors in transmission the attribute of being superfluous and unneeded (electronics) a system design that duplicates components to provide alternatives in case one component fails repetition of an act needlessly
someone who has insufficient assets to cover their debts reduce to bankruptcy financially ruined
clarity as a consequence of precision the quality of being reproducible in amount or performance
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by good fortune
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an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic an exchange of views on some topic
in a disappointing manner
a trite or obvious remark
pass after the manner of urine eliminate urine
produce a literary work communicate or express by writing have (one's written work) issued for publication communicate (with) in writing communicate by letter write music mark or trace on a surface record data on a computer write or name the letters that comprise the conventionally accepted form of (a word or part of a word) create code, write a computer program
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a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated the ideal in terms of which something can be judged
a sandwich consisting of a fried cake of minced beef served on a bun, often with other ingredients beef that has been ground
a person attached to the household of a high official (as a pope or bishop) who renders service in return for support a friend who is frequently in the company of another a spirit (usually in animal form) that acts as an assistant to a witch or wizard well known or easily recognized within normal everyday experience; common and ordinary; not strange (usually followed by `with') well informed about or knowing thoroughly having mutual interests or affections; of established friendship
a compound with which fabrics are treated to repel water a chemical substance that repels animals the power to repel serving or tending to repel highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust incapable of absorbing or mixing with
look with amazement; look stupidly be wide open make an opening or gap in with the mouth wide open as in wonder or awe
deprive of human qualities make mechanical or routine
an animal that has strayed (especially a domestic animal) move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment wander from a direct course or at random lose clarity or turn aside especially from the main subject of attention or course of argument in writing, thinking, or speaking
the act of taking and printing photographs the process of producing images of objects on photosensitive surfaces the occupation of taking and printing photographs or making movies
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the system of production and distribution and consumption the efficient use of resources frugality in the expenditure of money or resources an act of economizing; reduction in cost
commodities offered for sale an artifact that has been created by someone or some process a quantity obtained by multiplication a chemical substance formed as a result of a chemical reaction a consequence of someone's efforts or of a particular set of circumstances the set of elements common to two or more sets
a way of access (upward and downward) consisting of a set of steps
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smother or suppress make moist deaden (a sound or noise), especially by wrapping reduce the amplitude (of oscillations or waves) make vague or obscure or make (an image) less visible check; keep in check (a fire) lessen in force or effect
by means of hypnotism
the act of losing or surrendering something as a penalty for a mistake or fault or failure to perform etc. personnel that are sacrificed (e.g., surrendered or lost in order to gain an objective) a loss entailed by giving up or selling something at less than its value the act of killing (an animal or person) in order to propitiate a deity (baseball) an out that advances the base runners endure the loss of kill or destroy sell at a loss make a sacrifice of; in religious rituals
in or characteristic of a region of the United States south of (approximately) the Mason-Dixon line situated in or oriented toward the south situated in or coming from regions of the south from the south; used especially of wind
a distinguished female operatic singer; a female operatic star
your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief the enclosed land around a house or other building a tract of land cleared for some special purposes (recreation or burial etc.) a justification for something existing or happening dregs consisting of solid particles (especially of coffee) that form a residue the solid part of the earth's surface a rational motive for a belief or action the loose soft material that makes up a large part of the land surface a relation that provides the foundation for something a position to be won or defended in battle (or as if in battle) the part of a scene (or picture) that lies behind objects in the foreground material in the top layer of the surface of the earth in which plants can grow (especially with reference to its quality or use) a relatively homogeneous percept extending back of the figure on which attention is focused a connection between an electrical device and a large conducting body, such as the earth (which is taken to be at zero voltage) (art) the surface (as a wall or canvas) prepared to take the paint for a painting the first or preliminary coat of paint or size applied to a surface fix firmly and stably confine or restrict to the ground place or put on the ground instruct someone in the fundamentals of a subject bring to the ground hit or reach the ground throw to the ground in order to stop play and avoid being tackled behind the line of scrimmage hit a groundball hit onto the ground cover with a primer; apply a primer to connect to a ground use as a basis for; found on
fresh fruits and vegetable grown for the market bring forth or yield create or manufacture a man-made product cause to happen, occur or exist bring out for display cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques bring onto the market or release come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes)
a submerged ridge of rock or coral near the surface of the water a rocky region in the southern Transvaal in northeastern South Africa; contains rich gold deposits and coal and manganese one of several strips across a sail that can be taken in or rolled up to lessen the area of the sail that is exposed to the wind lower and bring partially inboard roll up (a portion of a sail) in order to reduce its area reduce (a sail) by taking in a reef
showing pensive sadness
to say, state, or perform again
forceful and extreme and rigorous
a man distinguished by exceptional courage and nobility and strength the principal character in a play or movie or novel or poem someone who fights for a cause Greek mathematician and inventor who devised a way to determine the area of a triangle and who described various mechanical devices (first century) (classical mythology) a being of great strength and courage celebrated for bold exploits; often the offspring of a mortal and a god (Greek mythology) priestess of Aphrodite who killed herself when her lover Leander drowned while trying to swim the Hellespont to see her a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condiments); different names are used in different sections of the United States
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the act of officially naming a candidate the condition of having been proposed as a suitable candidate for appointment or election an address (usually at a political convention) proposing the name of a candidate to run for election
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raise from a lower to a higher position take hold of something and move it to a different location move upwards move upward make audible cancel officially make off with belongings of others raise or haul up with or as if with mechanical help invigorate or heighten raise in rank or condition take off or away by decreasing rise up pay off (a mortgage) take without referencing from someone else's writing or speech; of intellectual property take illegally fly people or goods to or from places not accessible by other means take (root crops) out of the ground call to stop the hunt or to retire, as of hunting dogs rise upward, as from pressure or moisture put an end to remove (hair) by scalping remove from a seedbed or from a nursery remove from a surface perform cosmetic surgery on someone's face
to grip, cut off, or tear with or as if with the teeth or jaws cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort penetrate or cut, as with a knife deliver a sting to
with indifference; in an indifferent manner
of an obscure nature
the organ of smell and entrance to the respiratory tract; the prominent part of the face of man or other mammals a front that resembles a human nose (especially the front of an aircraft) the front or forward projection of a tool or weapon a small distance a symbol of inquisitiveness the sense of smell (especially in animals) a natural skill a projecting spout from which a fluid is discharged search or inquire in a meddlesome way advance the forward part of with caution catch the scent of; get wind of push or move with the nose rub noses defeat by a narrow margin
a male grandchild
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pitcher plant of southeastern United States having erect yellow trumpet-shaped pitchers with wide mouths and erect lids a brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; has a narrow tube and a flared bell and is played by means of valves proclaim on, or as if on, a trumpet play or blow on the trumpet utter in trumpet-like sounds
the time yet to come a verb tense that expresses actions or states in the future bulk commodities bought or sold at an agreed price for delivery at a specified future date
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a person who enjoys telling or playing jokes
move faster cause to move faster speeded up, as of an academic course
a philosophical theory of criticism (usually of literature or film) that seeks to expose deep-seated contradictions in a work by delving below its surface meaning
physical beauty (especially of a woman)
an especially luminous meteor (sometimes exploding) a highly energetic and indefatigable person a ball of fire (such as the sun or a ball-shaped discharge of lightning) the luminous center of a nuclear explosion
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exhibiting the qualities or characteristics that identify a group or kind or category of a feature that helps to distinguish a person or thing conforming to a type
an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal the act of delivering a writ or summons upon someone serve a purpose, role, or function do duty or hold offices; serve in a specific function contribute or conduce to be used by; as of a utility help to some food; help with food or drink provide (usually but not necessarily food) devote (part of) one's life or efforts to, as of countries, institutions, or ideas promote, benefit, or be useful or beneficial to spend time in prison or in a labor camp work for or be a servant to deliver a warrant or summons to someone be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity do military service mate with put the ball into play
in truth (often tends to intensify) (used as an interjection) an expression of surprise or skepticism or irony etc.
chemical process in which one atom or ion or group changes places with another a mutual expression of views (especially an unpleasant one) the act of changing one thing for another thing the act of giving something in return for something received a workplace that serves as a telecommunications facility where lines from telephones can be connected together to permit communication a workplace for buying and selling; open only to members (sports) an unbroken sequence of several successive strokes reciprocal transfer of equivalent sums of money (especially the currencies of different countries) the act of putting one thing or person in the place of another: "he sent Smith in for Jones but the substitution came too late to help" (chess) gaining (or losing) a rook in return for a knight or bishop (chess) the capture by both players (usually on consecutive moves) of pieces of equal value give to, and receive from, one another exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category change over, change around, as to a new order or sequence hand over one and receive another, approximately equivalent put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items exchange a penalty for a less severe one
to show, make visible or apparent attract attention by displaying some body part or posing; of animals
in a poignant or touching manner
full of fun and high spirits
that part of the central nervous system that includes all the higher nervous centers; enclosed within the skull; continuous with the spinal cord mental ability that which is responsible for one's thoughts and feelings; the seat of the faculty of reason someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality the brain of certain animals used as meat hit on the head kill by smashing someone's skull
marked by refinement in taste and manners
establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true say yes to
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a mild viral infection involving the nose and respiratory passages (but not the lungs) the absence of heat the sensation produced by low temperatures having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration extended meanings; especially of psychological coldness; without human warmth or emotion having lost freshness through passage of time (color) giving no sensation of warmth marked by errorless familiarity lacking originality or spontaneity; no longer new so intense as to be almost uncontrollable sexually unresponsive without compunction or human feeling feeling or showing no enthusiasm unconscious from a blow or shock or intoxication of a seeker; far from the object sought lacking the warmth of life
a static photograph (especially one taken from a movie and used for advertising purposes) (poetic) tranquil silence an apparatus used for the distillation of liquids; consists of a vessel in which a substance is vaporized by heat and a condenser where the vapor is condensed a plant and works where alcoholic drinks are made by distillation make calm or still cause to be quiet or not talk lessen the intensity of or calm make motionless not in physical motion marked by absence of sound (of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves used of pictures; of a single or static photograph not presented so as to create the illusion of motion; or representing objects not capable of motion not sparkling free from noticeable current with reference to action or condition; without change, interruption, or cessation despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession) to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons without moving or making a sound
the 2nd letter of the Greek alphabet beets second in order of importance preliminary or testing stage of a software or hardware product
warm-blooded egg-laying vertebrates characterized by feathers and forelimbs modified as wings the flesh of a bird or fowl (wild or domestic) used as food informal terms for a (young) woman a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt badminton equipment consisting of a ball of cork or rubber with a crown of feathers watch and study birds in their natural habitat
an earphone that is inserted into the ear canal a plug of cotton, wax, or rubber that is fitted into the ear canal for protection against the entry of water or loud noise
a cold pudding made of layers of sponge cake spread with fruit or jelly; may be decorated with nuts, cream, or chocolate a detail that is considered insignificant something of small importance waste time; spend one's time idly or inefficiently act frivolously consider not very seriously
having or bringing misfortune marked by or promising bad fortune
your consciousness of your own identity a person considered as a unique individual
popular dance music (especially in the late 1970s); melodic with a regular bass beat; intended mainly for dancing at discotheques a public dance hall for dancing to recorded popular music dance to disco music
show a response or a reaction to something act against or in opposition to undergo a chemical reaction; react with another substance under certain conditions
a round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals) American chemist who with Richard Smalley and Harold Kroto discovered fullerenes and opened a new branch of chemistry (born in 1933) a strand or cluster of hair form a curl, curve, or kink shape one's body into a curl wind around something in coils or loops twist or roll into coils or ringlets play the Scottish game of curling
impose something unpleasant
the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality a perceptual structure any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline) alternative names for the body of a human being the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance the visual appearance of something or someone a printed document with spaces in which to write (biology) a group of organisms within a species that differ in trivial ways from similar groups an arrangement of the elements in a composition or discourse a particular mode in which something is manifested (physical chemistry) a distinct state of matter in a system; matter that is identical in chemical composition and physical state and separated from other material by the phase boundary a body of students who are taught together an ability to perform well a life-size dummy used to display clothes a mold for setting concrete create (as an entity) to compose or represent:"This wall forms the background of the stage setting" develop into a distinctive entity give shape or form to make something, usually for a specific function establish or impress firmly in the mind assume a form or shape
a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air a transparent opening in a vehicle that allow vision out of the sides or back; usually is capable of being opened a transparent panel (as of an envelope) inserted in an otherwise opaque material an opening that resembles a window in appearance or function the time period that is considered best for starting or finishing something a pane of glass in a window an opening in a wall or screen that admits light and air and through which customers can be served (computer science) a rectangular part of a computer screen that contains a display different from the rest of the screen
deprive of oxygen and prevent from breathing impair the respiration of or obstruct the air passage of become stultified, suppressed, or stifled suppress the development, creativity, or imagination of be asphyxiated; die from lack of oxygen feel uncomfortable for lack of fresh air struggle for breath; have insufficient oxygen intake
of a dreadful kind in a dreadful manner
a feeling of anger and animosity long slender feather on the necks of e.g. turkeys and pheasants comb with a heckle
a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography) a subject of study a part of an animal that has a special function or is supplied by a given artery or nerve a particular environment or walk of life a part of a structure having some specific characteristic or function the extent of a 2-dimensional surface enclosed within a boundary
negation of a word or group of words
fundamentally different or distinct in quality or kind including markedly dissimilar elements
a vigorous blow a serious collision (especially of motor vehicles) a hard return hitting the tennis ball above your head the act of colliding with something a conspicuous success hit hard break into pieces, as by striking or knocking over reduce to bankruptcy hit violently humiliate or depress completely damage or destroy as if by violence hit (a tennis ball) in a powerful overhead stroke collide or strike violently and suddenly overthrow or destroy (something considered evil or harmful) break suddenly into pieces, as from a violent blow with a loud crash
a sign of assent or salutation or command the act of nodding the head express or signify by nodding lower and raise the head, as to indicate assent or agreement or confirmation let the head fall forward through drowsiness sway gently back and forth, as in a nodding motion be almost asleep
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the trade of cutting or preparing or selling timber move heavily or clumsily cut lumber, as in woods and forests slow and laborious because of weight
a dissolute man in fashionable society degree of deviation from a horizontal plane a long-handled tool with a row of teeth at its head; used to move leaves or loosen soil move through with or as if with a rake level or smooth with a rake sweep the length of examine hastily gather with a rake scrape gently
cause to come to know personally bring something new to an environment introduce bring in a new person or object into a familiar environment bring in or establish in a new place or environment put or introduce into something bring before the public for the first time, as of an actor, song, etc. put before (a body) furnish with a preface or introduction be a precursor of
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a catecholamine secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stress (trade name Adrenalin); stimulates autonomic nerve action
a coloring material (obtained from lichens) that turns red in acid solutions and blue in alkaline solutions; used as a very rough acid-base indicator
not capable of impressing
one of two equal parts of a divisible whole one of two divisions into which some games or performances are divided: the two divisions are separated by an interval consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity partial (of siblings) related through one parent only partially or to the extent of a half
negation of a word or group of words
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a man's courting of a woman; seeking the affections of a woman (usually with the hope of marriage)
the momentary present in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events in these times used to preface a command or reproof or request at the present moment without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening (prefatory or transitional) indicates a change of subject or activity in the immediate past
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a negative a radioactive transuranic element synthesized by bombarding curium with carbon ions; 7 isotopes are known
the layer of air near the earth is cooler than an overlying layer abnormal condition in which an organ is turned inward or inside out (as when the upper part of the uterus is pulled into the cervical canal after childbirth) a chemical process in which the direction of optical rotation of a substance is reversed from dextrorotatory to levorotary or vice versa (genetics) a kind of mutation in which the order of the genes in a section of a chromosome is reversed the reversal of the normal order of words (counterpoint) a variation of a melody or part in which ascending intervals are replaced by descending intervals and vice versa a term formerly used to mean taking on the gender role of the opposite sex turning upside down; setting on end the act of turning inside out
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a crafty and involved plot to achieve your (usually sinister) ends a clandestine love affair cause to be interested or curious form intrigues (for) in an underhand manner
an unbroken series of events a distinctive characteristic a narrow marking of a different color or texture from the background a sudden flash (as of lightning) move quickly in a straight line run naked in a public place mark with spots or blotches of different color or shades of color as if stained
a statement that deviates from or perverts the truth Norwegian diplomat who was the first Secretary General of the United Nations (1896-1968) position or manner in which something is situated be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position be lying, be prostrate; be in a horizontal position originate (in) be and remain in a particular state or condition tell an untruth; pretend with intent to deceive have a place in relation to something else assume a reclining position
a Stuart king of Scotland who married a daughter of Henry VII; when England and France went to war in 1513 he invaded England and died in defeat at Flodden (1473-1513) the last Stuart to be king of England and Ireland and Scotland; overthrown in 1688 (1633-1701) the first Stuart to be king of England and Ireland from 1603 to 1625 and king of Scotland from 1567 to 1625; he was the son of Mary Queen of Scots and he succeeded Elizabeth I; he alienated the British Parliament by claiming the divine right of kings (1566-1625) United States outlaw who fought as a Confederate soldier and later led a band of outlaws that robbed trains and banks in the West until he was murdered by a member of his own gang (1847-1882) United States pragmatic philosopher and psychologist (1842-1910) writer who was born in the United States but lived in England (1843-1916) (New Testament) disciple of Jesus; brother of John; author of the Epistle of James in the New Testament a river in Virginia that flows east into Chesapeake Bay at Hampton Roads a river that rises in North Dakota and flows southward across South Dakota to the Missouri a New Testament book attributed to Saint James the Apostle press tightly together or cram push down forcibly crush or bruise interfere with or prevent the reception of signals get stuck and immobilized crowd or pack to capacity block passage through
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a shape that is spherical and small a small indefinite quantity (especially of a liquid) a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity a steep high face of rock a predetermined hiding place for the deposit and distribution of illicit goods (such as drugs or stolen property) a free and rapid descent by the force of gravity a curtain that can be lowered and raised onto a stage from the flies; often used as background scenery a central depository where things can be left or picked up the act of dropping something let fall to the ground to fall vertically go down in value fall or descend to a lower place or level terminate an association with utter with seeming casualness; drop names" stop pursuing or acting leave or unload cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow lose (a game) pay out lower the pitch of (musical notes) hang freely stop associating with let or cause to fall in drops get rid of take (a drug, especially LSD), by mouth omit (a letter or syllable) in speaking or writing leave undone or leave out change from one level to another fall or sink into a state of exhaustion or death grow worse give birth; used for animals
(music) a curved line spanning notes that are to be played legato a disparaging remark a blemish made by dirt play smoothly or legato speak disparagingly of; e.g., make a racial slur utter indistinctly become vague or indistinct
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a soft partly suppressed laugh laugh quietly or with restraint
dress in a costume furnish with costumes; as for a film or play
in a very offensive manner to an extravagant or immoderate degree
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an officer of the law
a constitutional monarchy in northern Europe; consists of the mainland of Jutland and many islands between the North Sea and the Baltic Sea
a bridge partner who increases the partner's bid someone concerned with the science or art or business of cultivating the soil
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly') without any others being included or involved
a quad with a square body a linear unit (1/6 inch) used in printing
angular distance above the horizon (especially of a celestial object) a railway that is powered by electricity and that runs on a track that is raised above the street level
half the width of an em
in a poetic manner
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take exception to issue a challenge to ask for identification raise a formal objection in a court of law
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impotence resulting from a man's inability to have or maintain an erection of his penis
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command with authority intend (something) to move towards a certain goal guide the actors in (plays and films) be in charge of take somebody somewhere cause to go somewhere point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards lead, as in the performance of a composition; Barenboim conducted the Chicago symphony for years" give directions to; point somebody into a certain direction specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public direct the course; determine the direction of travelling put an address on (an envelope) plan and direct (a complex undertaking) showing the way by conducting or leading; imposing direction on
not only so, but
move very fast act or move at high speed urge to an unnatural speed moving rapidly or performed quickly or in great haste
a professional killer who uses a gun
web-footed long-necked typically gregarious migratory aquatic birds usually larger and less aquatic than ducks a man who is a stupid incompetent fool flesh of a goose (domestic or wild) pinch in the buttocks prod into action give a spurt of fuel to
a prediction about how something (as the weather) will develop a prediction of the course of a disease
the event of something burning (often destructive) the act of firing weapons or artillery at an enemy the process of combustion of inflammable materials producing heat and light and (often) smoke a fireplace in which a relatively small fire is burning once thought to be one of four elements composing the universe (Empedocles) feelings of great warmth and intensity fuel that is burning and is used as a means for cooking a severe trial intense adverse criticism start firing a weapon cause to go off bake in a kiln so as to harden terminate the employment of; discharge from an office or position go off or discharge drive out or away by or as if by fire call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) destroy by fire provide with fuel
a man who was formerly a certain woman's husband a woman who was formerly a particular man's wife the 24th letter of the Roman alphabet out of fashion
a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun a body of students who graduate together
a bivalent and trivalent metallic element of the rare earth group an international organization of European countries formed after World War II to reduce trade barriers and increase cooperation among its members
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come to pass happen, occur, or be the case in the course of events or by chance chance to be or do something, without intention or causation come into being; become reality come upon, as if by accident; meet with
the particular occupation for which you are trained assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to ascribe a quality to or give a name of a common noun that reflects a quality get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone utter a sudden loud cry order, request, or command to come pay a brief visit call a meeting; invite or command to meet read aloud to check for omissions or absentees send a message or attempt to reach someone by radio, phone, etc.; make a signal to in order to transmit a message utter a characteristic note or cry stop or postpone because of adverse conditions, such as bad weather greet, as with a prescribed form, title, or name make a stop in a harbour demand payment of (a loan) make a demand, as for a card or a suit or a show of hands give the calls (to the dancers) for a square dance indicate a decision in regard to make a prediction about; tell in advance require the presentation of for redemption before maturation challenge (somebody) to make good on a statement; charge with or censure for an offense declare in the capacity of an umpire or referee lure by imitating the characteristic call of an animal order or request or give a command for order, summon, or request for a specific duty or activity, work, role utter in a loud voice or announce challenge the sincerity or truthfulness of consider or regard as being rouse somebody from sleep with a call
extravagant exaggeration the act of making something more noticeable than usual making to seem more important than it really is
a radioactive transuranic element produced by bombarding plutonium with neutrons a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal reproduction; an important antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body a radioactive transuranic element produced by bombarding plutonium with neutrons the cardinal compass point that is at 90 degrees the base of the natural system of logarithms; approximately equal to 2.718282... the 5th letter of the Roman alphabet
a trivalent metallic element of the rare earth group; occurs with yttrium a room in a hospital or clinic staffed and equipped to provide emergency care to persons requiring immediate medical treatment
one or more recordings issued together; originally released on 12-inch phonograph records (usually with attractive record covers) and later on cassette audiotape and compact disc a book of blank pages with pockets or envelopes; for organizing photographs or stamp collections etc
give an exhibition of to an interested audience establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment provide evidence for make visible or noticeable show in, or as in, a picture give expression to indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively be or become visible or noticeable indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments give evidence of, as of records take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums finish third or better in a horse or dog race
a message that departs from the main subject a turning aside (of your course or attention or concern) wandering from the main path of a journey
cause to open or to become open start to operate or function or cause to start operating or functioning become open begin or set in action, of meetings, speeches, recitals, etc. spread out or open from a closed or folded state make available become available have an opening or passage or outlet make the opening move afford access to display the contents of a file or start an application as on a computer used of mouth or eyes made open or clear not sealed or having been unsealed
the unlimited expanse in which everything is located an empty area (usually bounded in some way between things) an area reserved for some particular purpose any location outside the Earth's atmosphere a blank character used to separate successive words in writing or printing the interval between two times a blank area one of the areas between or below or above the lines of a musical staff (printing) a block of type without a raised letter; used for spacing between words or sentences place at intervals
in an amateurish manner
witty language used to convey insults or scorn incongruity between what might be expected and what actually occurs a trope that involves incongruity between what is expected and what occurs
the activity of communicating; the activity of conveying information transmit information transmit thoughts or feelings transfer to another join or connect be in verbal contact; interchange information or ideas administer Communion; in church receive Communion, in the Catholic church
a person who comes to a country where they were not born in order to settle there
a physiological need to drink strong desire for something (not food or drink) feel the need to drink have a craving, appetite, or great desire for
in a hurried or hasty manner
the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually the act of searching visually perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect have a certain outward or facial expression search or seek be oriented in a certain direction, often with respect to another reference point; be opposite to take charge of or deal with convey by one's expression look forward to the probable occurrence of accord in appearance with have faith or confidence in appearing to be as specified; usually used as combining forms
the first event in a series a person who unfastens or unwraps or opens a hand tool used for opening sealed containers (bottles or cans)
marked by ostentation but often tasteless displaying brilliance and virtuosity (used especially of clothes) marked by conspicuous display superficially attractive and stylish; suggesting wealth or expense
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a failure to face some difficulty squarely
extremely harmful; bringing physical or financial ruin causing injury or blight; especially affecting with sudden violence or plague or ruin
get something; come into possession of receive a specified treatment (abstract) register (perceptual input) go through (mental or physical states or experiences) express willingness to have in one's home or environs accept as true or valid bid welcome to; greet upon arrival convert into sounds or pictures experience as a reaction have or give a reception receive as a retribution or punishment partake of the Holy Eucharist sacrament regard favorably or with disapproval
the act of publicly exhibiting or entertaining something intended to communicate a particular impression a social event involving a public performance or entertainment pretending that something is the case in order to make a good impression give an exhibition of to an interested audience establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment provide evidence for make visible or noticeable show in, or as in, a picture give expression to indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively be or become visible or noticeable indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments give evidence of, as of records take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums finish third or better in a horse or dog race
relating to or characteristic of or situated on an island suggestive of the isolated life of an island; so deeply private as to seem inaccessible to the scrutiny of a novelist"- Leonard Michaels narrowly restricted in outlook or scope
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a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine a wheeled vehicle adapted to the rails of railroad the compartment that is suspended from an airship and that carries personnel and the cargo and the power plant where passengers ride up and down a conveyance for passengers or freight on a cable railway
morally offensive emitting an odor having a natural fragrance
a heavy open wagon usually having two wheels and drawn by an animal wheeled vehicle that can be pushed by a person; may have one or two or four wheels draw slowly or heavily transport something in a cart
a person who is regarded as underhanded and furtive and contemptible someone who prowls or sneaks about; usually with unlawful intentions someone acting as an informer or decoy for the police to go stealthily or furtively put, bring, or take in a secretive or furtive manner make off with belongings of others pass on stealthily marked by quiet and caution and secrecy; taking pains to avoid being observed
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release, as from one's grip grant freedom to; free from confinement let (something) fall or spill from a container prepare and issue for public distribution or sale eliminate (a substance) generate and separate from cells or bodily fluids make (information) available for publication part with a possession or right release (gas or energy) as a result of a chemical reaction or physical decomposition make (assets) available emotionally purging (of e.g. art)
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the quality of having a superior or more favorable position (tennis) first point scored after deuce benefit resulting from some event or action give an advantage to
`Johnny' was applied as a nickname for Confederate soldiers by the Federal soldiers in the American Civil War; `greyback' derived from their grey Confederate uniforms a person who takes part in an armed rebellion against the constituted authority (especially in the hope of improving conditions) someone who exhibits great independence in thought and action take part in a rebellion; renounce a former allegiance break with established customs
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a fancy dock for small yachts and cabin cruisers
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force; every opportunity, an obligation; every possession, a duty"- John D.Rockefeller Jr the state of being obligated to do or pay something a personal relation in which one is indebted for a service or favor a written promise to repay a debt a legal agreement specifying a payment or action and the penalty for failure to comply
threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments presaging ill fortune
a member of the United States Marine Corps a soldier who serves both on shipboard and on land of or relating to the sea relating to or involving ships or shipping or navigation or seamen of or relating to military personnel who serve both on land and at sea (specifically the U.S. Marine Corps) relating to or characteristic of or occurring on or in the sea native to or inhabiting the sea
an unavoidable event incapable of being avoided or prevented invariably occurring or appearing
one of a set of small pieces of stiff paper marked in various ways and used for playing games or for telling fortunes a card certifying the identity of the bearer a rectangular piece of stiff paper used to send messages (may have printed greetings or pictures) thin cardboard, usually rectangular a witty amusing person who makes jokes a sign posted in a public place as an advertisement a printed or written greeting that is left to indicate that you have visited (golf) a record of scores (as in golf) a list of dishes available at a restaurant (baseball) a list of batters in the order in which they will bat a printed circuit that can be inserted into expansion slots in a computer to increase the computer's capabilities separate the fibers of ask someone for identification to determine whether he or she is old enough to consume liquor
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger an anxious feeling a cause for feeling concern attention and management implying responsibility for safety activity involved in maintaining something in good working order feel concern or interest provide care for prefer or wish to do something be in charge of, act on, or dispose of be concerned with
stone post at side of a road to show distances a significant event in your life (or in a project)
a long and thoughtful observation a calm, lengthy, intent consideration
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the act of passing from one state or place to the next an event that results in a transformation a change from one place or state or subject or stage to another a musical passage moving from one key to another a passage that connects a topic to one that follows cause to convert or undergo a transition make or undergo a transition (from one state or system to another)
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the people of Great Britain of or relating to or characteristic of Great Britain or its people or culture
not disposed to cheat or defraud; not deceptive or fraudulent without dissimulation; frank worthy of being depended on without pretensions marked by truth not forged gained or earned without cheating or stealing
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expel or eject (saliva or phlegm or sputum) from the mouth eject or send out in large quantities, also metaphorical eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth
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force into some kind of situation, condition, or course of action tangle or complicate disarrange or rumple; dishevel twist together or entwine into a confusing mass in a confused mass highly complex or intricate and occasionally devious
a request (spoken or written) to participate or be present or take part in something a tempting allurement
a message issued in behalf of some product or cause or idea or person or institution act of raising in rank or position encouragement of the progress or growth or acceptance of something the advancement of some enterprise
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relating to or affecting or originating in the inner ear resembling a labyrinth in form or complexity
be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity
a wild and exciting undertaking (not necessarily lawful) take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome put at risk
an ungainly posture with arms and legs spread about sit or lie with one's limbs spread out go, come, or spread in a rambling or irregular way spreading out in different directions
a city in the Saxony region of Germany on the Saale River; a member of the Hanseatic League during the 13th and 14th centuries
to a degree impossible of achievement
United States psychologist and psychophysicist who proposed Stevens' power law to replace Fechner's law (1906-1973) United States poet (1879-1955) United States filmmaker (1905-1975)
prevent from being included or considered or accepted leave undone or leave out
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not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society offensive to good taste especially in sexual matters offending against sexual mores in conduct or appearance
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without deviation without anyone or anything intervening without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening in a forthright manner; candidly or frankly
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something that cannot be done not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with totally unlikely used of persons or their behavior
a communication (usually brief) that is written or spoken or signaled what a communication that is about something is about send a message to send as a message send a message
force (someone) to have sex against their will destroy and strip of its possession strike sharply make light, repeated taps on a surface perform rap music talk volubly having been robbed and destroyed by force and violence
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the day after today the near future the next day, the day after, following the present day
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the physical magnitude of something (how big it is) the property resulting from being one of a series of graduated measurements (as of clothing) any glutinous material used to fill pores in surfaces or to stiffen fabrics the actual state of affairs a large magnitude cover or stiffen or glaze a porous material with size or sizing (a glutinous substance) sort according to size make to a size; bring to a suitable size (used in combination) sized
woolly usually horned ruminant mammal related to the goat a timid defenseless simpleton who is readily preyed upon a docile and vulnerable person who would rather follow than make an independent decision
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turn sharply; change direction abruptly cause to sheer complete and without restriction or qualification; sometimes used informally as intensifiers not mixed with extraneous elements very steep; having a prominent and almost vertical front so thin as to transmit light straight up or down without a break directly
reason by deduction; establish by deduction obtain come from develop or evolve from a latent or potential state come from; be connected by a relationship of blood, for example
any broad thin expanse or surface paper used for writing or printing bed linen consisting of a large rectangular piece of cotton or linen cloth; used in pairs (mathematics) an unbounded two-dimensional shape newspaper with half-size pages a flat artifact that is thin relative to its length and width (nautical) a line (rope or chain) that regulates the angle at which a sail is set in relation to the wind a large piece of fabric (usually canvas fabric) by means of which wind is used to propel a sailing vessel come down as if in sheets cover with a sheet, as if by wrapping
marked by absence of sound failing to speak or communicate etc when expected to implied by or inferred from actions or statements not made to sound having a frequency below or above the range of human audibility unable to speak because of hereditary deafness
someone who procures customers for whores (in England they call a pimp a ponce) yield (to); give satisfaction to arrange for sexual partners for others
draw advantages from supply with capital, as of a business by using a combination of capital used by investors and debt capital provided by lenders write in capital letters compute the present value of a business or an income consider expenditures as capital assets rather than expenses convert (a company's reserve funds) into capital
discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state perceive with the senses quickly, suddenly, or momentarily reach with a blow or hit in a particular spot take hold of so as to seize or restrain or stop the motion of succeed in catching or seizing, especially after a chase to hook or entangle attract and fix capture as if by hunting, snaring, or trapping reach in time get or regain something necessary, usually quickly or briefly catch up with and possibly overtake be struck or affected by check oneself during an action hear, usually without the knowledge of the speakers see or watch cause to become accidentally or suddenly caught, ensnared, or entangled detect a blunder or misstep grasp with the mind or develop an understanding of contract start burning perceive by hearing suffer from the receipt of attract; cause to be enamored apprehend and reproduce accurately take in and retain spread or be communicated be the catcher become aware of delay or hold up; prevent from proceeding on schedule or as planned
a special variety of domesticated animals within a species a special type call forth copulate with a female, used especially of horses cause to procreate (animals) have young (animals) or reproduce (organisms)
become reduced to ashes cause to undergo combustion
in a remote manner to a remote degree
a social unit living together
any plant disease characterized by drooping and shriveling; usually caused by parasites attacking the roots causing to become limp or drooping lose strength become limp
understanding with difficulty the act of gripping something firmly with the hands (or the tentacles) hold firmly get the meaning of something immoderately desirous of acquiring e.g. wealth
very sad; especially involving grief or death or destruction of or relating to or characteristic of tragedy
something that is free (usually provided as part of a promotional scheme)
a conveyer belt that carries luggage to be claimed by air travelers a large, rotating machine with seats for children to ride or amusement
a pathological egotist
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the quality of being ghastly something hard to endure
a mixture of wet clay and sand that can be used to line a pond and that is impervious to water when dry a small body of standing water (rainwater) or other liquid something resembling a pool of liquid wade or dabble in a puddle subject to puddling or form by puddling dip into mud before planting work a wet mixture, such as concrete or mud mess around, as in a liquid or paste make into a puddle make a puddle by splashing water mix up or confuse eliminate urine
a person you know well and regard with affection and trust an associate who provides cooperation or assistance a person with whom you are acquainted a person who backs a politician or a team etc. a member of the Religious Society of Friends founded by George Fox (the Friends have never called themselves Quakers)
characterized by an inability to mask your feelings; not devious simple and natural; without cunning or deceit showing lack of art (of persons) lacking art or knowledge
embody the essential characteristics of or be a typical example of express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol
having or marked by unusual and impressive intelligence
in large part; mainly or chiefly usually; as a rule
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commit forever; commit irrevocably give over to another for care or safekeeping send to an address
that part of the central nervous system that includes all the higher nervous centers; enclosed within the skull; continuous with the spinal cord mental ability that which is responsible for one's thoughts and feelings; the seat of the faculty of reason someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality the brain of certain animals used as meat hit on the head kill by smashing someone's skull
recognize with gratitude; be grateful for be fully aware of; realize fully hold dear gain in value increase the value of
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a wide scope the extent of a 2-dimensional surface enclosed within a boundary a wide and open space or area as of surface or land or sky
of or relating to or suggestive of flowers marked by elaborate rhetoric and elaborated with decorative details
the location on a baseball field where the shortstop is stationed accidental contact between two points in an electric circuit that have a potential difference the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed between second and third base cheat someone by not returning him enough money create a short circuit in primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration (primarily spatial sense) having little length or lacking in length low in stature; not tall not sufficient to meet a need (of memory) deficient in retentiveness or range not holding securities or commodities that one sells in expectation of a fall in prices of speech sounds or syllables of relatively short duration less than the correct or legal or full amount often deliberately so lacking foresight or scope tending to crumble or break into flakes due to a large amount of shortening marked by rude or peremptory shortness quickly and without warning without possessing something at the time it is contractually sold clean across at some point or distance before a goal is reached so as to interrupt at a disadvantage in a curt, abrupt and discourteous manner
overcome with amazement
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prepare or cook with lard add details to
the state of being unconnected in memory or imagination a state in which some integrated part of a person's life becomes separated from the rest of the personality and functions independently
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a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms reproductive organ of angiosperm plants especially one having showy or colorful parts the period of greatest prosperity or productivity produce or yield flowers
disposed to please diffusing warmth and friendliness
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a person of exceptional importance and reputation (Greek mythology) any of the primordial giant gods who ruled the Earth until overthrown by Zeus; the Titans were offspring of Uranus (Heaven) and Gaea (Earth) the largest of the satellites of Saturn; has a hazy nitrogen atmosphere
a person engaged in one of the learned professions an athlete who plays for pay an authority qualified to teach apprentices
broadcasting visual images of stationary or moving objects a telecommunication system that transmits images of objects (stationary or moving) between distant points an electronic device that receives television signals and displays them on a screen
guarantee financial support of protect by insurance
treat, mention, or speak to rudely
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the optimistic feeling that all is going to turn out well a general disposition to expect the best in all things
assignment to a different duty
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report or maintain declared but not proved doubtful or suspect
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the characteristic sound made by a turkey cock eat hastily without proper chewing make a gurgling sound, characteristic of turkeys
the time that has elapsed
imaginative British writer concerned with social justice (1903-1950)
vaporize and then condense right back again change or cause to change directly from a solid into a vapor without first melting inspiring awe worthy of adoration or reverence lifted up or set high of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style
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a very thin line the natural margin formed by hair on the head
someone who takes photographs professionally
inclined or showing an inclination to dispute or disagree, even to engage in law suits involving or likely to cause controversy
spiritual being attendant upon God person of exceptional holiness invests in a theatrical production the highest waterfall; has more than one leap; flow varies seasonally
stay the same; remain in a certain state continue in a place, position, or situation be left; of persons, questions, problems, results, evidence, etc. stay behind
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the person who holds the position of head of the government in the United Kingdom the person who is head of state (in several countries) be performed for the first time perform a work for the first time first in rank or degree preceding all others in time
a blow from a flat object (as an open hand) the act of smacking something; a blow delivered with an open hand hit with something flat, like a paddle or the open hand directly
the interchange of sections between pairing homologous chromosomes during the prophase of meiosis a voter who is registered as a member of one political party but who votes in the primary of another party the appropriation of a new style (especially in popular music) by combining elements of different genres in order to appeal to a wider audience a path (often marked) where something (as a street or railroad) can be crossed to get from one side to the other
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winning all or all but one of the tricks in bridge the noise made by the forceful impact of two objects a forceful impact that makes a loud noise an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect close violently strike violently dance the slam dance throw violently
marked by elaborately complex detail an ornate appearance; being elaborately (even excessively) decorated
a strong emotion; a feeling that is oriented toward some real or supposed grievance the state of being angry belligerence aroused by a real or supposed wrong (personified as one of the deadly sins) make angry become angry
the classification of someone or something with respect to its worth a document appraising the value of something (as for insurance or taxation) an expert estimation of the quality, quantity, and other characteristics of someone or something
impossible to satisfy
a message issued in behalf of some product or cause or idea or person or institution the quality of being open to public view
like or containing small sticky lumps having lumps; not smooth and even in texture
something offered (as a proposal or bid) money contributed to a religious organization the verbal act of offering the act of contributing to the funds of a church or charity make available or accessible, provide or furnish present for acceptance or rejection agree freely put forward for consideration offer verbally make available for sale propose a payment produce or introduce on the stage present as an act of worship mount or put up make available; provide ask (someone) to marry you threaten to do something
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a compact mass an abnormal protuberance or localized enlargement an awkward stupid person a large piece of something without definite shape put together indiscriminately group or chunk together in a certain order or place side by side
a subdued emotional quality underlying an utterance; implicit meaning a current below the surface of a fluid
a serviceman who has seen considerable active service a person who has served in the armed forces an experienced person who has been through many battles; someone who has given long service rendered competent through trial and experience
win a victory over get on top of; deal with successfully overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuli overcome, usually through no fault or weakness of the person that is overcome
very great or intense extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers causing extreme terror
an instrumentality needed for an undertaking or to perform a service
a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude
a list of names
on a regular route of a railroad or bus or airline system connected to a computer network or accessible by computer being in progress now
the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable) the lens or system of lenses in a telescope or microscope that is nearest the object being viewed undistorted by emotion or personal bias; based on observable phenomena serving as or indicating the object of a verb or of certain prepositions and used for certain other purposes emphasizing or expressing things as perceived without distortion of personal feelings, insertion of fictional matter, or interpretation belonging to immediate experience of actual things or events
an inflated feeling of pride in your superiority to others your consciousness of your own identity (psychoanalysis) the conscious mind
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Israeli statesman (born in Russia) who (as prime minister of Israel) negotiated a peace treaty with Anwar Sadat (then the president of Egypt) (1913-1992) take the first step or steps in carrying out an action have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense set in motion, cause to start begin to speak or say be the first item or point, constitute the beginning or start, come first in a series have a beginning, of a temporal event have a beginning characterized in some specified way begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object achieve or accomplish in the least degree, usually used in the negative begin to speak, understand, read, and write a language
weighing heavily on the senses or spirit marked by unjust severity or arbitrary behavior
the property of having material worth (often indicated by the amount of money something would bring if sold) the amount of money needed to purchase something value measured by what must be given or done or undergone to obtain something the high value or worth of something a monetary reward for helping to catch a criminal cost of bribing someone United States operatic soprano (born 1927) determine the price of ascertain or learn the price of
with neatness
between or among galaxies
in an important way or to an important degree in an important way
in an expert manner
(law) an explanation of the fundamental reasons (especially an explanation of the working of some device in terms of laws of nature)
make a pillaging or destructive raid on (a place), as in wartimes cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly having been robbed and destroyed by force and violence
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North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776 North America and South America and Central America
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act together or towards others or with others
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for a limitless time for a very long or seemingly endless time without interruption
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a senior member of the Christian clergy having spiritual and administrative authority; appointed in Christian churches to oversee priests or ministers; considered in some churches to be successors of the twelve Apostles of Christ port wine mulled with oranges and cloves (chess) a piece that can be moved diagonally over unoccupied squares of the same color
a gender that refers chiefly (but not exclusively) to females or to objects classified as female associated with women and not with men of grammatical gender befitting or characteristic of a woman especially a mature woman (music or poetry) ending on an unaccented beat or syllable
animal reproductive body consisting of an ovum or embryo together with nutritive and protective envelopes; especially the thin-shelled reproductive body laid by e.g. female birds oval reproductive body of a fowl (especially a hen) used as food one of the two male reproductive glands that produce spermatozoa and secrete androgens throw eggs at coat with beaten egg
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of comparatively great physical weight or density unusually great in degree or quantity or number of the military or industry; using (or being) the heaviest and most powerful armaments or weapons or equipment marked by great psychological weight; weighted down especially with sadness or troubles or weariness usually describes a large person who is fat but has a large frame to carry it (used of soil) compact and fine-grained darkened by clouds of great intensity or power or force (physics, chemistry) being or containing an isotope with greater than average atomic mass or weight (of an actor or role) being or playing the villain permitting little if any light to pass through because of denseness of matter of relatively large extent and density made of fabric having considerable thickness prodigious full and loud and deep given to excessive indulgence of bodily appetites especially for intoxicating liquors of great gravity or crucial import; requiring serious thought slow and laborious because of weight large and powerful; especially designed for heavy loads or rough work dense or inadequately leavened and hence likely to cause distress in the alimentary canal sharply inclined full of; bearing great weight requiring or showing effort characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort lacking lightness or liveliness (of sleep) deep and complete in an advanced stage of pregnancy
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hard bonelike structures in the jaws of vertebrates; used for biting and chewing or for attack and defense something resembling the tooth of an animal toothlike structure in invertebrates found in the mouth or alimentary canal or on a shell a means of enforcement one of a number of uniform projections on a gear
cause to happen or to occur as a consequence
a person engaged in one of the learned professions an athlete who plays for pay an authority qualified to teach apprentices engaged in a profession or engaging in as a profession or means of livelihood of or relating to or suitable as a profession characteristic of or befitting a profession or one engaged in a profession of or relating to a profession engaged in by members of a profession
effusively or insincerely emotional
a long narrow opening a narrow opening a long narrow depression in a surface a sudden sharp noise a chance to do something witty remark a blemish resulting from a break without complete separation of the parts a purified and potent form of cocaine that is smoked rather than snorted; highly addictive a usually brief attempt the act of cracking something become fractured; break or crack on the surface only make a very sharp explosive sound make a sharp sound hit forcefully; deal a hard blow, making a cracking noise pass through (a barrier) break partially but keep its integrity break suddenly and abruptly, as under tension gain unauthorized access computers with malicious intentions suffer a nervous breakdown tell spontaneously cause to become cracked reduce (petroleum) to a simpler compound by cracking break into simpler molecules by means of heat
in a typical manner
a person who can read and write able to read and write versed in literature; dealing with literature knowledgeable and educated in one or several fields
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continue talking or writing in a desultory manner move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment spreading out in different directions (of e.g. speech and writing) tending to depart from the main point or cover a wide range of subjects of a path e.g.
a sudden involuntary movement to stimulate to action move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm
a person of German nationality the standard German language; developed historically from West Germanic of or pertaining to or characteristic of Germany or its people or language
an excessively sentimental narrative
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and five a United States bill worth 50 dollars being ten more than forty
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally make a discovery, make a new finding make a discovery find unexpectedly make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret see for the first time; make a discovery identify as in botany or biology, for example discovered or determined by scientific observation
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give or delegate power or authority to give qualities or abilities to invested with legal power or official authority especially as symbolized by having a scepter
cause to become alive again restore from a depressed, inactive, or unused state return from the dead
the ancient prophet whose writings were revealed to Joseph Smith who founded the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints of or pertaining to or characteristic of the Mormon Church
a quantity of liquor equal to one fifth of a United States gallon position five in a countable series of things one part in five equal parts the musical interval between one note and another five notes away from it coming next after the fourth and just before the sixth in position
the solid part of the earth's surface a rational motive for a belief or action the loose soft material that makes up a large part of the land surface a relation that provides the foundation for something a position to be won or defended in battle (or as if in battle) the part of a scene (or picture) that lies behind objects in the foreground material in the top layer of the surface of the earth in which plants can grow (especially with reference to its quality or use) a relatively homogeneous percept extending back of the figure on which attention is focused a connection between an electrical device and a large conducting body, such as the earth (which is taken to be at zero voltage) (art) the surface (as a wall or canvas) prepared to take the paint for a painting the first or preliminary coat of paint or size applied to a surface fix firmly and stably confine or restrict to the ground place or put on the ground instruct someone in the fundamentals of a subject bring to the ground hit or reach the ground throw to the ground in order to stop play and avoid being tackled behind the line of scrimmage hit a groundball hit onto the ground cover with a primer; apply a primer to connect to a ground use as a basis for; found on press or grind with a crushing noise make a grating or grinding sound by rubbing together work hard dance by rotating the pelvis in an erotically suggestive way, often while in contact with one's partner such that the dancers' legs are interlaced reduce to small pieces or particles by pounding or abrading created by grinding shape or form by grinding
any of various small biting flies: midges; biting midges; black flies; sand flies (British usage) mosquito
plumbing fixture consisting of a water basin fixed to a wall or floor and having a drainpipe (technology) a process that acts to absorb or remove energy or a substance from a system a depression in the ground communicating with a subterranean passage (especially in limestone) and formed by solution or by collapse of a cavern roof a covered cistern; waste water and sewage flow into it fall or descend to a lower place or level cause to sink pass into a specified state or condition go under, "The raft sank and its occupants drowned" descend into or as if into some soft substance or place appear to move downward fall heavily or suddenly; decline markedly fall or sink heavily embed deeply
(Greek mythology) the goddess of divine retribution and vengeance something causing misery or death
the relative magnitudes of two quantities (usually expressed as a quotient) the relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree
with vigor; in a vigorous manner
in a blessed manner
a heading that names a statute or legislative bill; may give a brief summary of the matters it deals with the name of a work of art or literary composition etc. a general or descriptive heading for a section of a written work the status of being a champion a legal document signed and sealed and delivered to effect a transfer of property and to show the legal right to possess it an identifying appellation signifying status or function: e.g. `Mr.' or `General' an established or recognized right (usually plural) written material introduced into a movie or TV show to give credits or represent dialogue or explain an action an appellation signifying nobility an informal right to something give a title to designate by an identifying term
color with a liquid dye or tint produce or leave stains make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically color for microscopic study marked or dyed or discolored with foreign matter having a coating of stain or varnish
the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole magnitude or extent balance among the parts of something the relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within a whole (as in a design) give pleasant proportions to adjust in size relative to other things
a sudden jarring impact an abrupt spasmodic movement move or cause to move with a sudden jerky motion disturb (someone's) composure
the feel of a surface or a fabric the essential quality of something the musical pattern created by parts being played or sung together the characteristic appearance of a surface having a tactile quality the physical composition of something (especially with respect to the size and shape of the small constituents of a substance)
characterized by dignity and propriety
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being the only one; single and isolated from others exclusive of anyone or anything else and nothing more without any others being included or involved with nevertheless the final result in the final outcome except that; only this time she came out better" never except when as recently as
make better or improve in quality make wealthy or richer
make something new, such as a product or a mental or artistic creation work out gain through experience come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) come into existence; take on form or shape change the use of and make available or usable elaborate, as of theories and hypotheses create by training and teaching be gradually disclosed or unfolded; become manifest;  grow, progress, unfold, or evolve through a process of evolution, natural growth, differentiation, or a conducive environment become technologically advanced cause to grow and differentiate in ways conforming to its natural development generate gradually grow emotionally or mature make visible by means of chemical solutions superimpose a three-dimensional surface on a plane without stretching, in geometry move one's pieces into strategically more advantageous positions move into a strategically more advantageous position elaborate by the unfolding of a musical idea and by the working out of the rhythmic and harmonic changes in the theme happen expand in the form of a series being changed over time so as to be e.g. stronger or more complete or more useful (used of societies) having high industrial development (of real estate) made more useful and profitable as by building or laying out roads
impossible or nearly impossible to see; imperceptible by the eye not prominent or readily noticeable
an unrestrained expression of emotion flow under pressure
utter a shrill cry having or emitting a high-pitched and sharp tone or tones being sharply insistent on being heard of colors that are bright and gaudy
resist or confront with resistance elude, especially in a baffling way challenge
a coarse vine widely cultivated for its large pulpy round orange fruit with firm orange skin and numerous seeds; subspecies of Cucurbita pepo include the summer squashes and a few autumn squashes usually large pulpy deep-yellow round fruit of the squash family maturing in late summer or early autumn
write new data on top of existing data and thus erase the previously existing data
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a large artillery gun that is usually on wheels heavy gun fired from a tank (Middle Ages) a cylindrical piece of armor plate to protect the arm heavy automatic gun fired from an airplane lower part of the leg extending from the hock to the fetlock in hoofed mammals a shot in billiards in which the cue ball contacts one object ball and then the other make a cannon fire a cannon
(Old Testament) Hebrew prophet and judge who anointed Saul as king
a prearranged fight with deadly weapons by two people (accompanied by seconds) in order to settle a quarrel over a point of honor any struggle between two skillful opponents (individuals or groups) fight a duel, as over one's honor or a woman
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in accordance with truth or fact or reality by right with sincerity; without pretense in fact (used as intensifiers or sentence modifiers)
a Russian or Polish soup usually containing beet juice as a foundation
a historical area and former kingdom in northwestern Spain a city in northwestern Spain at the foot of the Cantabrian Mountains a city in central Mexico
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French filmmaker (1932-1984)
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behave as expected during of holidays or rites have a celebration assign great social importance to
in a proficient manner
putting a person to death by mob action without due process of law kill without legal sanction
in a tedious manner
small Australian parakeet usually light green with black and yellow markings in the wild but bred in many colors small African parrot noted for showing affection for their mates
an animal skin made smooth and flexible by removing the hair and then tanning whip with a leather strap
not often
in a sorrowful manner with sadness; in a sorrowful manner
skill in an occupation or trade
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occurring among or involving several people
a contestant who loses the contest a person with a record of failing; someone who loses consistently a gambler who loses a bet
a person who lacks confidence, is irresolute and wishy-washy a hypothetical subatomic particle of large mass that interacts weakly with ordinary matter through gravitation; postulated as a constituent of the dark matter of the universe
earthy and sexually explicit suggestive of or tending to moral looseness thickly covered with ingrained dirt or soot
hurried repair
be understanding of
a married man; a woman's partner in marriage use cautiously and frugally
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a performance of music by players or singers not involving theatrical staging contrive (a plan) by mutual agreement settle by agreement
the act of exploding or bursting rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms a sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason) a sudden intense happening come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up burst outward, usually with noise move suddenly, energetically, or violently be in a state of movement or action emerge suddenly cause to burst break open or apart suddenly and forcefully
in accord with physical laws
perform (a play), especially on a stage plan, organize, and carry out (an event) attend a dance or a party without a female companion give away information about somebody watch, observe, or inquire secretly written for or performed on the stage deliberately arranged for effect
a facility equipped with special equipment and personnel for a particular purpose proper or designated social situation (nautical) the location to which a ship or fleet is assigned for duty the position where someone (as a guard or sentry) stands or is assigned to stand the frequency assigned to a broadcasting station assign to a station
a defeat in which the losing person or team fails to score wash consisting of lime and size in water; used for whitening walls and other surfaces a specious or deceptive clearing that attempts to gloss over failings and defects cover up a misdemeanor, fault, or error cover with whitewash exonerate by means of a perfunctory investigation or through biased presentation of data
(of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves not agitated; without losing self-possession
fix firmly and stably secure a vessel with an anchor
as follows
in a state of sleep lacking sensation dead into a sleeping state in the sleep of death
in an unqualified manner
without a face or identity
an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition the occupation of athletes who compete for pay (Maine colloquial) a temporary summer resident of Maine a person known for the way she (or he) behaves when teased or defeated or subjected to trying circumstances someone who engages in sports (biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration verbal wit or mockery (often at another's expense but not to be taken seriously) wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner play boisterously
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something that interests you because it is important or affects you an anxious feeling a feeling of sympathy for someone or something something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it be relevant to be on the mind of
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someone who is under suspicion a person or institution against whom an action is brought in a court of law; the person being sued or accused imagine to be the case or true or probable regard as untrustworthy; regard with suspicion; have no faith or confidence in hold in suspicion; believe to be guilty
a singer of folk songs
accept as a challenge put a harness seize and throw down an opponent player, who usually carries the ball
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the act of mimicking; imitative behavior the resemblance of an animal species to another species or to natural objects; provides concealment and protection from predators
cause to be interested or curious to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe attract; cause to be enamored having your attention fixated as though by a spell
show to be reasonable or provide adequate ground for show to be right by providing justification or proof defend, explain, clear away, or make excuses for by reasoning let off the hook adjust the spaces between words
play boisterously given to merry frolicking
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one being one more than two
a very tall building with many stories
in the interval in between
commodities (goods or services) bought from a foreign country an imported person brought from a foreign country the message that is intended or expressed or signified a meaning that is not expressly stated but can be inferred having important effects or influence bring in from abroad transfer (electronic data) into a database or document indicate or signify
cause to be interested or curious to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe attract; cause to be enamored
a narrative song with a recurrent refrain a narrative poem of popular origin put into a certain place or abstract location put in a horizontal position prepare or position for action or operation lay eggs impose as a duty, burden, or punishment
an announcement containing information about an event the act of noticing or paying attention a request for payment advance notification (usually written) of the intention to withdraw from an arrangement of contract a sign posted in a public place as an advertisement polite or favorable attention a short critical review discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of notice or perceive make or write a comment on express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with
a painful and involuntary muscular contraction (pathology) sudden constriction of a hollow organ (as a blood vessel)
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a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement act as or like a clown
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an accusation that you are responsible for some lapse or misdeed a reproach for some lapse or misdeed put or pin the blame on harass with constant criticism attribute responsibility to expletives used informally as intensifiers
a native or inhabitant of Armenia the Indo-European language spoken predominantly in Armenia, but also in Azerbaijan a writing system having an alphabet of 38 letters in which the Armenian language is written of or pertaining to Armenia or the people or culture of Armenia
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any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc. psychological suffering feelings of mental or physical pain a damage or loss the act of damaging something or someone be the source of pain give trouble or pain to cause emotional anguish or make miserable cause damage or affect negatively hurt the feelings of feel physical pain feel pain or be in pain
a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one) return by a celebrity to some previously successful activity
not sensible about practical matters; idealistic and unrealistic
fill with apprehension or alarm; cause to be unpleasantly surprised provoking horror
the act of installing something (as equipment) a building or place that provides a particular service or is used for a particular industry a formal entry into an organization or position or office
endowed with talent or talents
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a step in walking or running the distance covered by a step significant progress (especially in the phrase "make strides") walk with long steps cover or traverse by taking long steps
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a sudden outburst of anger a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling a disposition to exhibit uncontrolled anger the elasticity and hardness of a metal object; its ability to absorb considerable energy before cracking bring to a desired consistency, texture, or hardness by a process of gradually heating and cooling harden by reheating and cooling in oil adjust the pitch (of pianos) make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else; moderate restrain
a doctrine that advocates equal rights for women the movement aimed at equal rights for women
(often followed by `of' or `to') yielding readily to or capable of easily impressed emotionally
a sensation (as of a cold breeze or bright light) that precedes the onset of certain disorders such as a migraine attack or epileptic seizure an indication of radiant light drawn around the head of a saint a distinctive but intangible quality surrounding a person or thing
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a simple machine consisting of a circular frame with spokes (or a solid disc) that can rotate on a shaft or axle (as in vehicles or other machines) a handwheel that is used for steering forces that provide energy and direction a circular helm to control the rudder of a vessel game equipment consisting of a wheel with slots that is used for gambling; the wheel rotates horizontally and players bet on which slot the roulette ball will stop in an instrument of torture that stretches or disjoints or mutilates victims a wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals change directions as if revolving on a pivot wheel somebody or something move along on or as if on wheels or a wheeled vehicle ride a bicycle
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the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress come to pass; arrive, as in due course reach or enter a state, relation, condition, use, or position to be the product or result be found or available; The furniture comes unassembled" come forth be a native of extend or reach exist or occur in a certain point in a series cover a certain distance come under, be classified or included happen as a result add up in number or quantity develop into be received come to one's mind; suggest itself come from; be connected by a relationship of blood, for example proceed or get along experience orgasm have a certain priority
in a tantalizing manner
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in an offensive and hateful manner
obsolete terms for legal insanity an acute viral disease of the nervous system of warm-blooded animals (usually transmitted by the bite of a rabid animal); rabies is fatal if the virus reaches the brain a feeling of intense anger the quality of being rash and foolish unrestrained excitement or enthusiasm
a person who is an authority on history and who studies it and writes about it
quick or skillful or adept in action or thought
a general summary of a subject
work doggedly or persistently walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud strike heavily, especially with the fist or a bat
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incapable of being explained or accounted for
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the cognitive process of acquiring skill or knowledge profound scholarly knowledge gain knowledge or skills get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally commit to memory; learn by heart be a student of a certain subject impart skills or knowledge to find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort
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a person who favors a political philosophy of progress and reform and the protection of civil liberties a person who favors an economic theory of laissez-faire and self-regulating markets showing or characterized by broad-mindedness having political or social views favoring reform and progress tolerant of change; not bound by authoritarianism, orthodoxy, or tradition given or giving freely not literal
productive or conducive to producing in abundance
possessing an extraordinary ability to attract
a very troublesome child a small pork sausage
small ovoid fruit of the European olive tree; important food and source of oil evergreen tree cultivated in the Mediterranean region since antiquity and now elsewhere; has edible shiny black fruits hard yellow often variegated wood of an olive tree; used in cabinetwork one-seeded fruit of the European olive tree usually pickled and used as a relish a yellow-green color of low brightness and saturation
United States jazz musician who influenced the style of Louis Armstrong (1885-1938)
the material removed by a cut made underneath the tender meat of the loin muscle on each side of the vertebral column a notch cut in the trunk of tree in order to determine the direction of its fall (sports) a stroke that puts reverse spin on the ball a cut made underneath to remove material sell cheaper than one's competition cut away material from the underside of (an object) so as to leave an overhanging portion in relief cut away the underpart of strike (the ball) in golf, tennis, or hockey obliquely downward so as to give a backspin or elevation to the shot cut obliquely into (a tree) below the main cut and on the side toward which the tree will fall
impaired ability to learn to read
a female lion
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger an anxious feeling a cause for feeling concern attention and management implying responsibility for safety activity involved in maintaining something in good working order feel concern or interest provide care for prefer or wish to do something be in charge of, act on, or dispose of be concerned with
enact or perform again enact again act out; represent or perform as if in a play
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impart knowledge of some fact, state or affairs, or event to give character or essence to act as an informer having much knowledge or education
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feel concern or interest provide care for prefer or wish to do something be in charge of, act on, or dispose of be concerned with
a speaker who dictates to a secretary or a recording machine a ruler who is unconstrained by law a person who behaves in a tyrannical manner
breathe with difficulty relating to breathing with a whistling sound
speaking softly without vibration of the vocal cords a light noise, like the noise of silk clothing or leaves blowing in the wind speak softly; in a low voice
the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury a venture undertaken without regard to possible loss or injury a cause of pain or injury or loss a dangerous place
consisting of or related to language of or relating to the scientific study of language
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make or write a comment on explain or interpret something provide interlinear explanations for words or phrases
the kinship relation between a female offspring and the siblings an association or society of women who are linked together by a common religion or trade or interest a religious society of women who live together as sisters (especially an order of nuns)
extreme fatigue serious weakening and loss of energy the act of exhausting something entirely
having a hardened crust as a covering brusque and surly and forbidding
characteristic of a form of social organization in which the male is the family head and title is traced through the male line relating to or characteristic of a man who is older or higher in rank
a partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation disadvantage by prejudice influence (somebody's) opinion in advance
in a messy, untidy manner
a covered cistern; waste water and sewage flow into it
cause to experience or suffer or make liable or vulnerable to make accountable for make subservient; force to submit or subdue refer for judgment or consideration
an injury to living tissue (especially an injury involving a cut or break in the skin) a casualty to military personnel resulting from combat a figurative injury (to your feelings or pride) the act of inflicting a wound cause injuries or bodily harm to hurt the feelings of
German mathematician (1804-1851)
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be shown or be found to be establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment provide evidence for prove formally; demonstrate by a mathematical, formal proof put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to increase in volume cause to puff up with a leaven take a trial impression of obtain probate of established beyond doubt
unclearness by virtue of being poorly expressed or not coherent in meaning indistinctness of shape or character
imagine to be the case or true or probable regard as untrustworthy; regard with suspicion; have no faith or confidence in hold in suspicion; believe to be guilty believed likely
avoiding detection by moving carefully
the property being difficult or impossible to defeat
all of your experiences that determine how things appear to you the state of being actual or real the state of the world as it really is rather than as you might want it to be the quality possessed by something that is real
too numerous to be counted
belonging to or existing in times before recorded history of or relating to times before written history no longer fashionable
a very small quantity of something a person who is deemed to be despicable or contemptible small piece of e.g. bread or cake coat with bread crumbs break into crumbs remove crumbs from
processing a photosensitive material in order to make an image visible make something new, such as a product or a mental or artistic creation work out gain through experience come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) come into existence; take on form or shape change the use of and make available or usable elaborate, as of theories and hypotheses create by training and teaching be gradually disclosed or unfolded; become manifest;  grow, progress, unfold, or evolve through a process of evolution, natural growth, differentiation, or a conducive environment become technologically advanced cause to grow and differentiate in ways conforming to its natural development generate gradually grow emotionally or mature make visible by means of chemical solutions superimpose a three-dimensional surface on a plane without stretching, in geometry move one's pieces into strategically more advantageous positions move into a strategically more advantageous position elaborate by the unfolding of a musical idea and by the working out of the rhythmic and harmonic changes in the theme happen expand in the form of a series relating to societies in which capital needed to industrialize is in short supply
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in a resounding manner
relating to photography or obtained by using photography representing people or nature with the exactness and fidelity of a photograph
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in an alarming manner
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence make an alteration to insert words into texts, often falsifying it thereby remove the ovaries of
a cunning or deceitful action or device a period of work or duty an attempt to get you to do something foolish or imprudent a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement an illusory feat; considered magical by naive observers a prostitute's customer (card games) in a single round, the sequence of cards played by all the players; the high card is the winner deceive somebody
United States cartoonist (born in Romania) noted for his caricatures of famous people (1914-1999)
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an article giving opinions or perspectives of or relating to an article stating opinions or giving perspectives relating to or characteristic of an editor
in a free manner
a suspenseful adventure story or play or movie
influential Dutch artist (1606-1669)
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restore strength give new life or vigor to
a Loloish language
the act of orienting an integrated set of attitudes and beliefs position or alignment relative to points of the compass or other specific directions a predisposition in favor of something a person's awareness of self with regard to position and time and place and personal relationships a course introducing a new situation or environment
a person who drinks alcohol to excess habitually characteristic of or containing alcohol addicted to alcohol
the state of being covered with unclean things the part of the earth's surface consisting of humus and disintegrated rock material in the top layer of the surface of the earth in which plants can grow (especially with reference to its quality or use) the geographical area under the jurisdiction of a sovereign state make soiled, filthy, or dirty
place in proper rank arrange in logical order make ready for action or use lead ceremoniously, as in a procession
an officer in command of a military unit someone in an official position of authority who can command or control others a commissioned naval officer who ranks above a lieutenant commander and below a captain an officer in the airforce
(psychiatry) a relatively permanent state of worry and nervousness occurring in a variety of mental disorders, usually accompanied by compulsive behavior or attacks of panic a vague unpleasant emotion that is experienced in anticipation of some (usually ill-defined) misfortune
a partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation a line or cut across a fabric that is not at right angles to a side of the fabric influence in an unfair way cause to be biased slanting diagonally across the grain of a fabric
the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection) the state of taking in or encircling a close affectionate and protective acceptance include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory squeeze (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own
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a state of being carried away by overwhelming emotion a state of elated bliss
resembling a beast; showing lack of human sensibility
prevent from being included or considered or accepted leave undone or leave out
a human being
something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone;  a basic or essential attribute shared by all members of a class any area set aside for a particular purpose a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished any movable articles or objects used on the set of a play or movie
use too much work excessively hard
the swift release of a store of affective force an almost pleasurable sensation of fright something that causes you to experience a sudden intense feeling or sensation cause to be thrilled by some perceptual input feel sudden intense sensation or emotion tremble convulsively, as from fear or excitement fill with sublime emotion
something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness a strong feeling of anxiety be worried, concerned, anxious, troubled, or uneasy be concerned with disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress be on the mind of lacerate by biting touch or rub constantly
hatred of mankind a disposition to dislike and mistrust other people
anyone who submits to the belief that they are powerless to change their destiny of or relating to fatalism
make something new, such as a product or a mental or artistic creation work out gain through experience come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) come into existence; take on form or shape change the use of and make available or usable elaborate, as of theories and hypotheses create by training and teaching be gradually disclosed or unfolded; become manifest;  grow, progress, unfold, or evolve through a process of evolution, natural growth, differentiation, or a conducive environment become technologically advanced cause to grow and differentiate in ways conforming to its natural development generate gradually grow emotionally or mature make visible by means of chemical solutions superimpose a three-dimensional surface on a plane without stretching, in geometry move one's pieces into strategically more advantageous positions move into a strategically more advantageous position elaborate by the unfolding of a musical idea and by the working out of the rhythmic and harmonic changes in the theme happen expand in the form of a series
be in charge of, act on, or dispose of interact in a certain way act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression touch, lift, or hold with the hands handle effectively show and train having a usually specified type of handle
a list of divisions (chapters or articles) and the pages on which they start everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something what a communication that is about something is about the proportion of a substance that is contained in a mixture or alloy etc. the amount that can be contained the sum or range of what has been perceived, discovered, or learned the state of being contented with your situation in life something (a person or object or scene) selected by an artist or photographer for graphic representation satisfy in a limited way make content
showing lack of love for your country deserting your allegiance or duty to leader or cause or principle
a means or instrumentality for storing or communicating information the surrounding environment an intervening substance through which signals can travel as a means for communication (bacteriology) a nutrient substance (solid or liquid) that is used to cultivate micro-organisms a liquid with which pigment is mixed by a painter (biology) a substance in which specimens are preserved or displayed an intervening substance through which something is achieved a state that is intermediate between extremes; a middle position someone who serves as an intermediary between the living and the dead (usually plural) transmissions that are disseminated widely to the public an occupation for which you are especially well suited
unrestrained and violent rearing on left hind leg with forelegs elevated and head usually in profile (of a plant) having a lush and unchecked growth
an alloy of tin with some copper and antimony; a lining for bearings that reduces friction line with a Babbitt metal
a man of refinement a manservant who acts as a personal attendant to his employer
problem solving that involves numbers or quantities judge to be probable be or play a part of or in imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind make a mathematical calculation or computation understand
of or relating to poetry characterized by romantic imagery of or relating to poets characteristic of or befitting poetry
a search for knowledge an instance of questioning a systematic investigation of a matter of public interest
having relatively few calories
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writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature) anything serving as a representation of a person's thinking by means of symbolic marks a written account of ownership or obligation (computer science) a computer file that contains text (and possibly formatting instructions) using seven-bit ASCII characters record in detail support or supply with references
any lavishly staged or spectacular entertainment
activities associated with sexual intercourse either of the two categories (male or female) into which most organisms are divided all of the feelings resulting from the urge to gratify sexual impulses the properties that distinguish organisms on the basis of their reproductive roles stimulate sexually tell the sex (of young chickens)
a titled peer of the realm impressive in appearance of or belonging to or constituting the hereditary aristocracy especially as derived from feudal times having or showing or indicative of high or elevated character inert especially toward oxygen
a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance) the temporal end; the concluding time a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality the place designated as the end (as of a race or journey) designated event that concludes a contest (especially a race) the downfall of someone (as of persons on one side of a conflict) event whose occurrence ends something (wine tasting) the taste of a wine on the back of the tongue (as it is swallowed) the act of finishing come or bring to a finish or an end; others finished in over 4 hours" finally be or do something have an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical provide with a finish finish eating all the food on one's plate or on the table cause to finish a relationship with somebody
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a period of 100 years ten 10s
at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other close in relevance or relationship not far distant in time or space or degree or circumstances rigorously attentive; strict and thorough marked by fidelity to an original (of a contest or contestants) evenly matched crowded lacking fresh air of textiles strictly confined or guarded confined to specific persons fitting closely but comfortably used of hair or haircuts giving or spending with reluctance inclined to secrecy or reticence about divulging information (superlative of `near' or `close') within the shortest distance
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the pleasure felt when having a good time act of receiving pleasure from something (law) the exercise of the legal right to enjoy the benefits of owning property
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the regions to the north of the Arctic Circle centered on the North Pole a waterproof overshoe that protects shoes from water or snow of or relating to the Arctic extremely cold
a party of former associates who have come together again the act of coming together again
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regard highly; think much of show respect towards receiving deferential regard
the ripened reproductive body of a seed plant an amount of a product the consequence of some effort or action cause to bear fruit bear fruit
something regarded with special favor or liking a special loved one a competitor thought likely to win
drive a skewer through
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first row of seating; has an unobstructed view of a boxing or wrestling ring
a small amount of liquid food the act of swallowing small long-winged songbird noted for swift graceful flight and the regularity of its migrations pass through the esophagus as part of eating or drinking engulf and destroy enclose or envelop completely, as if by swallowing utter indistinctly take back what one has said keep from expressing tolerate or accommodate oneself to believe or accept without questioning or challenge
in your mind
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a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented the art of writing and producing plays a region in which active military operations are in progress
a device in which something (usually an animal) can be caught and penned drain consisting of a U-shaped section of drainpipe that holds liquid and so prevents a return flow of sewer gas something (often something deceptively attractive) that catches you unawares a device to hurl clay pigeons into the air for trapshooters the act of concealing yourself and lying in wait to attack by surprise informal terms for the mouth a light two-wheeled carriage a hazard on a golf course place in a confining or embarrassing position catch in or as if in a trap hold or catch as if in a trap to hold fast or prevent from moving
a hypothetical description of a complex entity or process the underlying structure a structure supporting or containing something
a theory or argument made up of miscellaneous or incongruous ideas a quilt made by sewing patches of different materials together sewing consisting of pieces of different materials sewn together in a pattern
fresh and animated abounding in or exposed to the wind or breezes
have amorous affairs; of men talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions
intensely or extremely bad or unpleasant in degree or quality very strong or vigorous severely simple unsparing and uncompromising in discipline or judgment causing fear or anxiety by threatening great harm very bad in degree or extent
a student who does not perform as well as expected or as well as the IQ indicates
move restlessly
the matter ejected in vomiting a medicine that induces nausea and vomiting the reflex act of ejecting the contents of the stomach through the mouth eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth
other than as supposed or expected in other respects or ways in another and different manner; 
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to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle blame for, make a claim of wrongdoing or misbehavior against demand payment move quickly and violently assign a duty, responsibility or obligation to file a formal charge against make an accusatory claim fill or load to capacity enter a certain amount as a charge cause to be admitted; of persons to an institution give over to another for care or safekeeping pay with a credit card; pay with plastic money; postpone payment by recording a purchase as a debt lie down on command, of hunting dogs cause to be agitated, excited, or roused place a heraldic bearing on provide (a device) with something necessary direct into a position for use impose a task upon, assign a responsibility to instruct (a jury) about the law, its application, and the weighing of evidence instruct or command with authority attribute responsibility to set or ask for a certain price cause formation of a net electrical charge in or on energize a battery by passing a current through it in the direction opposite to discharge saturate of a particle or body or system; having a net amount of positive or negative electric charge fraught with great emotion supplied with carbon dioxide capable of producing violent emotion or arousing controversy
a large number or amount a collection of objects laid on top of each other (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent a car that is old and unreliable bestow in large quantities arrange in stacks fill to overflow very much
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a state in midwestern United States
an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention
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distinguish oneself
a performer who dances professionally a person who participates in a social gathering arranged for dancing (as a ball)
something of value having great material or monetary value especially for use or exchange having worth or merit or value
a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition utter in a loud voice; talk in a loud voice (usually denoting characteristic manner of speaking) utter a sudden loud cry utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy use foul or abusive language towards
the act of cleaning with a broom sweep across or over move with sweeping, effortless, gliding motions sweep with a broom or as if with a broom force into some kind of situation, condition, or course of action to cover or extend over an area or time period clean by sweeping win an overwhelming victory in or on cover the entire range of make a big sweeping gesture or movement taking in or moving over (or as if over) a wide area; often used in combination ignoring distinctions
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something or someone that has suffered ruin or dilapidation an accident that destroys a ship at sea a serious accident (usually involving one or more vehicles) a ship that has been destroyed at sea smash or break forcefully
the transmission of information transmit (knowledge or skills) bestow a quality on transmit or serve as the medium for transmission
the event of something coming in contact with the body the faculty by which external objects or forces are perceived through contact with the body (especially the hands) a suggestion of some quality a distinguishing style the act of putting two things together with no space between them a slight but appreciable amount a communicative interaction a slight attack of illness the act of soliciting money (as a gift or loan) the sensation produced by pressure receptors in the skin deftness in handling matters the feel of mechanical action make physical contact with, come in contact with perceive via the tactile sense affect emotionally be relevant to be in direct physical contact with; make contact have an effect upon deal with; usually used with a form of negation cause to be in brief contact with to extend as far as be equal to in quality or ability tamper with make a more or less disguised reference to comprehend consume color lightly
distance travelled per unit time a rate (usually rapid) at which something happens changing location rapidly the ratio of the focal length to the diameter of a (camera) lens system a central nervous system stimulant that increases energy and decreases appetite; used to treat narcolepsy and some forms of depression move fast move faster move very fast travel at an excessive or illegal velocity cause to move faster
incapable of being put up with
being six more than seventy
the event of dying or departure from life the permanent end of all life functions in an organism or part of an organism the absence of life or state of being dead the time when something ends the time at which life ends; continuing until dead the personification of death a final state the act of killing
the production of a drama on the stage a system of scaffolds travel by stagecoach getting rid of a stage of a multistage rocket perform (a play), especially on a stage plan, organize, and carry out (an event) attend a dance or a party without a female companion give away information about somebody watch, observe, or inquire secretly
in a provocative manner
the process of using your mind to consider something carefully judge or regard; look upon; judge expect, believe, or suppose use or exercise the mind or one's power of reason in order to make inferences, decisions, or arrive at a solution or judgments recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection imagine or visualize focus one's attention on a certain state have in mind as a purpose decide by pondering, reasoning, or reflecting ponder; reflect on, or reason about dispose the mind in a certain way have or formulate in the mind be capable of conscious thought bring into a given condition by mental preoccupation endowed with the capacity to reason
make more cheerful reduce the weight on; make lighter become more cheerful make lighter or brighter become lighter alleviate or remove (pressure or stress) or make less oppressive
absentminded dreaming while awake have a daydream; indulge in a fantasy have dreamlike musings or fantasies while awake
not marked by the use of reason unresponsive to stimulation serving no useful purpose; having no excuse for being (of especially persons) lacking sense or understanding or judgment
a change for the better; progress in development the act of improving something a condition superior to an earlier condition
an estimate based on little or no information expect, believe, or suppose put forward, of a guess, in spite of possible refutation judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time) guess correctly; solve by guessing
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a city in southwestern California to the east of Los Angeles
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care provided to improve a situation (especially medical procedures or applications that are intended to relieve illness or injury) the management of someone or something a manner of dealing with something artistically an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic
pretentious or silly talk or writing
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a political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them a form of government whose head of state is not a monarch
deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon have an emotional or cognitive impact upon hit against; come into sudden contact with make a strategic, offensive, assault against an enemy, opponent, or a target indicate (a certain time) by striking affect or afflict suddenly, usually adversely stop work in order to press demands touch or seem as if touching visually or audibly attain produce by manipulating keys or strings of musical instruments, also metaphorically cause to form (an electric arc) between electrodes of an arc lamp find unexpectedly produce by ignition or a blow remove by erasing or crossing out or as if by drawing a line cause to experience suddenly drive something violently into a location occupy or take on form by stamping, punching, or printing smooth with a strickle pierce with force arrive at after reckoning, deliberating, and weighing (used in combination) affected by something overwhelming
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an impelling force or strength the product of a body's mass and its velocity
a state of extreme happiness
joint consisting of a line formed by joining two pieces a slight depression in the smoothness of a surface a stratum of ore or coal thick enough to be mined with profit put together with a seam
speaking of yourself in superlatives show off wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner
a lavishly produced performance sensational in appearance or thrilling in effect characteristic of spectacles or drama having a quality that thrusts itself into attention
United States lawyer and politician who advocated free silver and prosecuted John Scopes (1925) for teaching evolution in a Tennessee high school (1860-1925) a town of east central Texas
something that is read interpret something that is written or printed have or contain a certain wording or form look at, interpret, and say out loud something that is written or printed obtain data from magnetic tapes interpret the significance of, as of palms, tea leaves, intestines, the sky; also of human behavior interpret something in a certain way; convey a particular meaning or impression be a student of a certain subject indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments audition for a stage role by reading parts of a role to hear and understand make sense of a language
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an event that repeats the act of doing or performing again the repeated use of the same word or word pattern as a rhetorical device
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something of value given by one person to another to bind a contract characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions earnest not distracted by anything unrelated to the goal
take away a part from; diminish
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a system of symbols and symbolic representations the practice of investing things with symbolic meaning an artistic movement in the late 19th century that tried to express abstract or mystical ideas through the symbolic use of images
an act that exploits or victimizes someone (treats them unfairly) put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose take or consume (regularly or habitually) use up, consume fully seek or achieve an end by using to one's advantage avail oneself to habitually do something (use only in the past tense)
putting a condemned person to death the act of performing; of doing something successfully; using knowledge as distinguished from merely possessing it (computer science) the process of carrying out an instruction by a computer (law) the completion of a legal instrument (such as a contract or deed) by signing it (and perhaps sealing and delivering it) so that it becomes legally binding and enforceable a routine court order that attempts to enforce the judgment that has been granted to a plaintiff by authorizing a sheriff to carry it out the act of accomplishing some aim or executing some order unlawful premeditated killing of a human being by a human being
(Old Testament) wife of Isaac and mother of Jacob and Esau
pose a threat to; present a danger to to utter intentions of injury or punishment against:"He threatened me when I tried to call the police" to be a menacing indication of something:"The clouds threaten rain"
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someone who develops real estate (especially someone who prepares a site for residential or commercial use) photographic equipment consisting of a chemical solution for developing film
an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another a large amount of wealth or prosperity an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that leads to a favorable outcome your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)
become more extreme make more extreme; raise in quantity, degree, or intensity increase increase the height of make (one's senses) more acute make more intense, stronger, or more marked
16 ounces avoirdupois the basic unit of money in Great Britain and Northern Ireland; equal to 100 pence a unit of apothecary weight equal to 12 ounces troy the basic unit of money in Syria; equal to 100 piasters the basic unit of money in the Sudan; equal to 100 piasters the basic unit of money in Lebanon; equal to 100 piasters formerly the basic unit of money in Ireland; equal to 100 pence the basic unit of money in Egypt; equal to 100 piasters the basic unit of money in Cyprus; equal to 100 cents a nontechnical unit of force equal to the mass of 1 pound with an acceleration of free fall equal to 32 feet/sec/sec United States writer who lived in Europe; strongly influenced the development of modern literature (1885-1972) a symbol for a unit of currency (especially for the pound sterling in Great Britain) a public enclosure for stray or unlicensed dogs the act of pounding (delivering repeated heavy blows) hit hard with the hand, fist, or some heavy instrument strike or drive against with a heavy impact move heavily or clumsily move rhythmically partition off into compartments shut up or confine in any enclosure or within any bounds or limits place or shut up in a pound break down and crush by beating, as with a pestle
a card for sending messages by post without an envelope
serving no useful purpose; having no excuse for being more than is needed, desired, or required
members of a cooperative enterprise done by or characteristic of individuals acting together forming a whole or aggregate set up on the principle of collectivism or ownership and production by the workers involved usually under the supervision of a government
be behind; approve of give support or one's approval to guarantee as meeting a certain standard sign as evidence of legal transfer
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any amazing or wonderful occurrence a marvellous event manifesting a supernatural act of a divine agent
Hindu god of wisdom or prophecy; the god who removes obstacles
prolonged unfulfilled desire or need desire strongly or persistently have a desire for something or someone who is not present have affection for; feel tenderness for
financial assistance in time of need something that aids or promotes well-being a performance to raise money for a charitable cause derive a benefit from be beneficial for
of girls or women who are eligible to marry
a base found in DNA (but not in RNA) and derived from pyrimidine; pairs with adenine one of the four nucleotides used in building DNA; all four nucleotides have a common phosphate group and a sugar (ribose) a unit of weight equivalent to 1000 kilograms the 20th letter of the Roman alphabet thyroid hormone similar to thyroxine but with one less iodine atom per molecule and produced in smaller quantity; exerts the same biological effects as thyroxine but is more potent and briefer hormone produced by the thyroid glands to regulate metabolism by controlling the rate of oxidation in cells
describe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of be characteristic of
a cookout at the seashore where clams and fish and other foods are cooked--usually on heated stones covered with seaweed
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extending or moving from a higher to a lower place on or toward a surface regarded as a base spatially or metaphorically from a higher to a lower level or position
the act of getting recruits; enlisting people for the army (or for a job or a cause etc.)
the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one denoting a quantity consisting of 12 items or units
thrust or throw into devote (oneself) fully to enclose or envelop completely, as if by swallowing cause to be immersed
permitting little if any light to pass through because of denseness of matter hard to pass through because of dense growth having high relative density or specific gravity slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity
communicated in the form of words of or relating to or formed from words in general of or relating to or formed from a verb relating to or having facility in the use of words expressed in spoken words prolix
expose or make accessible to some action or influence make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret to show, make visible or apparent remove all or part of one's clothes to show one's body disclose to view as by removing a cover put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult position expose to light, of photographic film expose while ridiculing; especially of pretentious or false claims and ideas abandon by leaving out in the open air with no protection or shield not covered with clothing
a garment worn under other garments unsuitable or forbidden as a topic of conversation
an event resulting in great loss and misfortune drama in which the protagonist is overcome by some superior force or circumstance; excites terror or pity
the exposure of an impostor or a fraud expose or make accessible to some action or influence make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret to show, make visible or apparent remove all or part of one's clothes to show one's body disclose to view as by removing a cover put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult position expose to light, of photographic film expose while ridiculing; especially of pretentious or false claims and ideas abandon by leaving out in the open air
an annual award by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for achievements in motion picture production and performance
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in a zealous manner
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move up and down repeatedly ride a bobsled remove or shorten the tail of an animal make a curtsy; usually done only by girls and women; as a sign of respect cut hair in the style of a bob
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give a benediction to confer prosperity or happiness on make the sign of the cross over someone in order to call on God for protection; consecrate render holy by means of religious rites
a strong feeling or emotion the trait of being intensely emotional something that is desired intensely an irrational but irresistible motive for a belief or action a feeling of strong sexual desire any object of warm affection or devotion;  the suffering of Jesus at the Crucifixion
the act of wiggling to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling)
marked by a disposition to oppose and contradict resistant to guidance or discipline deviating from what is considered moral or right or proper or good
in an artful manner
the state of being legally obliged and responsible an obligation to pay money to another party the quality of being something that holds you back
English physician who was a pioneer in the study of the brain (1621-1675)
make a record of; set down in permanent form register electronically indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments be aware of be or provide a memorial to a person or an event set down or registered in a permanent form especially on film or tape for reproduction (of securities) having the owner's name entered in a register
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a person who is reluctant to accept changes and new ideas a member of a Conservative Party resistant to change having social or political views favoring conservatism avoiding excess unimaginatively conventional conforming to the standards and conventions of the middle class
walking with your feet in shallow water walk (through relatively shallow water) compress into a wad crowd or pack to capacity
a person engaged to care for children when the parents are not home
the property of being an amount by which something is less than expected or required a deficiency or failure in neurological or mental functioning (sports) the score by which a team or individual is losing an excess of liabilities over assets (usually over a certain period)
relating to a millennium or span of a thousand years
an amateur boxer who weighs no more than 201 pounds a wrestler who weighs more than 214 pounds a professional boxer who weighs more than 190 pounds a very large person; impressive in size or qualities a person of exceptional importance and reputation
(anthropology) the distinctive spirit of a culture or an era
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a group of machine parts that fit together to form a self-contained unit the act of constructing something (as a piece of machinery) a public facility to meet for open discussion a group of persons who are gathered together for a common purpose a unit consisting of components that have been fitted together the social act of assembling
a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it the activity of providing goods and services involving financial and commercial and industrial aspects the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money a rightful concern or responsibility an immediate objective the volume of commercial activity business concerns collectively customers collectively incidental activity performed by an actor for dramatic effect
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position six in a countable series of things one part in six equal parts the musical interval between one note and another six notes away from it coming next after the fifth and just before the seventh in position
a person or thing equal to another in value or measure or force or effect or significance etc the atomic weight of an element that has the same combining capacity as a given weight of another element; the standard is 8 for oxygen being essentially equal to something
a French river that flows through the heart of Paris and then northward into the English Channel a large fishnet that hangs vertically, with floats at the top and weights at the bottom fish with a seine; catch fish with a seine
to exert much effort or energy test the limits of use to the utmost; exert vigorously or to full capacity separate by passing through a sieve or other straining device to separate out coarser elements cause to be tense and uneasy or nervous or anxious become stretched or tense or taut remove by passing through a filter rub through a strainer or process in an electric blender alter the shape of (something) by stress lacking natural ease showing signs of mental and emotional tension lacking spontaneity; not natural struggling for effect
physical discomfort (as mild sickness or depression) the trait of seeming ill at ease
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a list of acknowledgements of those who contributed to the creation of a film (usually run at the end of the film) approval money available for a client to borrow an accounting entry acknowledging income or capital items used in the phrase `to your credit' in order to indicate an achievement deserving praise;  arrangement for deferred payment for goods and services recognition by a college or university that a course of studies has been successfully completed; typically measured in semester hours a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage an entry on a list of persons who contributed to a film or written work an estimate, based on previous dealings, of a person's or an organization's ability to fulfill their financial commitments give someone credit for something ascribe an achievement to accounting: enter as credit have trust in; trust in the truth or veracity of
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cause to change shape in a computer animation change shape as via computer animation
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a spacecraft designed to carry a crew into interstellar space (especially in science fiction)
Scottish dramatist and novelist; created Peter Pan (1860-1937)
find repugnant
a small part or portion that remains after the main part no longer exists not used up
feelings of uneasiness
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the act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist) a single chance or instance the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam bedclothes consisting of a lightweight cloth covering (an afghan or bedspread) that is casually thrown over something casting an object in order to determine an outcome randomly propel through the air move violently, energetically, or carelessly get rid of place or put with great energy convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation put or send forth to put into a state or activity hastily, suddenly, or carelessly cause to be confused emotionally utter with force; utter vehemently organize or be responsible for make on a potter's wheel cause to fall off throw (a die) out onto a flat surface be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly
a predisposition to like something a positive feeling of liking a quality proceeding from feelings of affection or love
the act of examining resemblances relation based on similarities and differences qualities that are comparable
a document granting an inventor sole rights to an invention an official document granting a right or privilege obtain a patent for grant rights to; grant a patent for make open to sight or notice (of a bodily tube or passageway) open; affording free passage clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
a workplace that serves as a telecommunications facility where lines from telephones can be connected together to permit communication serving as an essential component in or near a center or constituting a center; the inner area
introduce or insert (oneself) in a subtle manner give to understand calculated to please or gain favor
taking delight in beauty
a substance used as a coating to protect or decorate a surface (especially a mixture of pigment suspended in a liquid); dries to form a hard coating (basketball) a space (including the foul line) in front of the basket at each end of a basketball court; usually painted a different color from the rest of the court makeup consisting of a pink or red powder applied to the cheeks make a painting apply paint to; coat with paint make a painting of apply a liquid to; e.g., paint the gutters with linseed oil
an interruption in the intensity or amount of something a missing piece (as a gap in a manuscript) a natural opening or perforation through a bone or a membranous structure
an orientation that characterizes the thinking of a group or nation imaginary or visionary theorization
with boldness, in a bold manner
assault with intent to rob rob at gunpoint or with the threat of violence
the imperial dynasty of China from 1122 to 221 BC; notable for the rise of Confucianism and Taoism any of various types of cabbage puff filled with cream or custard
a solemn statement made under oath an assertion offering firsthand authentication of a fact something that serves as evidence
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions the intended meaning of a communication giving or marked by complete attention to
a murderer (especially one who kills a prominent political figure) who kills by a surprise attack and often is hired to do the deed a member of a secret order of Muslims (founded in the 12th century) who terrorized and killed Christian Crusaders
derange mentally, throw out of mental balance; make insane throw into great confusion or disorder driven insane
a business engaged in processing agricultural products and preparing them for market someone who processes things (foods or photographs or applicants etc.) (computer science) the part of a computer (a microprocessor chip) that does most of the data processing
in an original manner in an adventurous manner
an actor who plays villainous roles a serious (or tragic) role in a play of comparatively great physical weight or density unusually great in degree or quantity or number of the military or industry; using (or being) the heaviest and most powerful armaments or weapons or equipment marked by great psychological weight; weighted down especially with sadness or troubles or weariness usually describes a large person who is fat but has a large frame to carry it (used of soil) compact and fine-grained darkened by clouds of great intensity or power or force (physics, chemistry) being or containing an isotope with greater than average atomic mass or weight (of an actor or role) being or playing the villain permitting little if any light to pass through because of denseness of matter of relatively large extent and density made of fabric having considerable thickness prodigious full and loud and deep given to excessive indulgence of bodily appetites especially for intoxicating liquors of great gravity or crucial import; requiring serious thought slow and laborious because of weight large and powerful; especially designed for heavy loads or rough work dense or inadequately leavened and hence likely to cause distress in the alimentary canal sharply inclined full of; bearing great weight requiring or showing effort characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort lacking lightness or liveliness (of sleep) deep and complete in an advanced stage of pregnancy slowly as if burdened by much weight
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having some resemblance
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total lack of meaning or ideas
something that is likely to vary; something that is subject to variation a quantity that can assume any of a set of values a star that varies noticeably in brightness a symbol (like x or y) that is used in mathematical or logical expressions to represent a variable quantity liable to or capable of change marked by diversity or difference (used of a device) designed so that a property (as e.g. light) can be varied
in an official role with official authorization
the act of sharing in the activities of a group a connection of inclusion or containment a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something a usually secretive or illicit sexual relationship the condition of sharing in common with others (as fellows or partners etc.)
find repugnant
stir up or tend; of a fire
easy and not involved or complicated of or pertaining to or characteristic of elementary school or elementary education of or being the essential or basic part
cause to regain consciousness return to consciousness
(of circumstances) tending to constrict freedom restricting the scope or freedom of action
make an investment give qualities or abilities to furnish with power or authority; of kings or emperors provide with power and authority place ceremoniously or formally in an office or position
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derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in have flavor; taste of something taste appreciatively give taste to
a fixed look with eyes open wide look at with fixed eyes fixate one's eyes
a segment of the trunk of a tree when stripped of branches the exponent required to produce a given number a written record of messages sent or received a written record of events on a voyage (of a ship or plane) measuring instrument that consists of a float that trails from a ship by a knotted line in order to measure the ship's speed through the water enter into a log, as on ships and planes cut lumber, as in woods and forests
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a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography) a subject of study a part of an animal that has a special function or is supplied by a given artery or nerve a particular environment or walk of life a part of a structure having some specific characteristic or function the extent of a 2-dimensional surface enclosed within a boundary
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devoid of any qualifications or disguise or adornment severely simple complete or extreme without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers providing no shelter or sustenance completely
a woody climbing usually tropical plant
the beginning of anything the time at which something is supposed to begin a turn to be a starter (in a game at the beginning) a sudden involuntary movement the act of starting something a line indicating the location of the start of a race or a game a signal to begin (as in a race) the advantage gained by beginning early (as in a race) take the first step or steps in carrying out an action set in motion, cause to start leave have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense bring into being get off the ground move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm get going or set in motion begin or set in motion begin work or acting in a certain capacity, office or job play in the starting lineup have a beginning characterized in some specified way begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object bulge outward
a bold challenge discord resulting from a clash of ideas or opinions a hostile disagreement face-to-face the act of hostile groups opposing each other a focussed comparison; bringing together for a careful comparison
an air mass of lower pressure; often brings precipitation British political cartoonist (born in New Zealand) who created the character Colonel Blimp (1891-1963) a low level or position or degree the lowest forward gear ratio in the gear box of a motor vehicle; used to start a car moving make a low noise, characteristic of bovines less than normal in degree or intensity or amount literal meanings; being at or having a relatively small elevation or upward extension very low in volume unrefined in character used of sounds and voices; low in pitch or frequency of the most contemptible kind low or inferior in station or quality no longer sufficient subdued or brought low in condition or status filled with melancholy and despondency in a low position; near the ground
(astronomy) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field any celestial body visible (as a point of light) from the Earth at night an actor who plays a principal role a plane figure with 5 or more points; often used as an emblem a performer who receives prominent billing a star-shaped character * used in printing the topology of a network whose components are connected to a hub feature as the star be the star in a performance mark with an asterisk
cooperative work done by a team (especially when it is effective)
a short coat an outer wrapping or casing (dentistry) dental appliance consisting of an artificial crown for a broken or decayed tooth the outer skin of a potato the tough metal shell casing for certain kinds of ammunition provide with a thermally non-conducting cover put a jacket on
take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person occupy or take on seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession make a pretence of take up someone's soul into heaven put clothing on one's body
the branch of anthropology that provides scientific description of individual human societies
a plumbing fixture that sprays water over you washing yourself by standing upright under water sprayed from a nozzle a brief period of precipitation a sudden downpour (as of tears or sparks etc) likened to a rain shower someone who organizes an exhibit for others to see a party of friends assembled to present gifts (usually of a specified kind) to a person expend profusely; also used with abstract nouns spray or sprinkle with take a shower; wash one's body in the shower rain abundantly provide abundantly with
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an utterance expressing pain or disapproval indicate pain, discomfort, or displeasure
emptying something accomplished by allowing liquid to run out of it tube inserted into a body cavity (as during surgery) to remove unwanted material a pipe through which liquid is carried away a gradual depletion of energy or resources flow off gradually deplete of resources empty of liquid; drain the liquid from make weak
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(baseball) the person who does the pitching an open vessel with a handle and a spout for pouring the quantity contained in a pitcher (botany) a leaf that that is modified in such a way as to resemble a pitcher or ewer the position on a baseball team of the player who throws the ball for a batter to try to hit
cause to be slowed down or delayed act later than planned, scheduled, or required stop or halt slow the growth or development of not as far along as normal in development
the act of altering something secretly or improperly intrude in other people's affairs or business; interfere unwantedly intrusive in a meddling or offensive manner
a logarithmic unit of sound intensity; 10 times the logarithm of the ratio of the sound intensity to some reference intensity
a specialist in philosophy a wise person who is calm and rational; someone who lives a life of reason with equanimity
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in a manner differing from the usual or expected with curiosity
skillful in influencing or controlling others to your own advantage
hanging cloth used as a blind (especially for a window) any barrier to communication or vision provide with drapery
Spanish operatic tenor noted for performances in operas by Verdi and Puccini (born in 1941)
throw or toss with a light motion move abruptly fall or plunge forward set to a certain pitch sell or offer for sale from place to place be at an angle heel over erect and fasten throw or hurl from the mound to the batter, as in baseball hit (a golf ball) in a high arc with a backspin lead (a card) and establish the trump suit set the level or character of (of sound) set to a certain pitch or key; usually used as a combining form set at a slant
make an effort or attempt put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to put on trial or hear a case and sit as the judge at the trial of take a sample of examine or hear (evidence or a case) by judicial process give pain or trouble to test the limits of melt (fat or lard) in order to separate out impurities put on a garment in order to see whether it fits and looks nice hard to endure extremely irritating to the nerves
incapable of being reversed
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utter monotonously and repetitively and rhythmically vary the pitch of one's speech change the color or tone of change to a color image give a healthy elasticity to having or characterized or distinguished by tone or a specific tone; often used in combination having or distinguished by a tone; often used in combination
a newly hired employee the act of hiring something or someone engage or hire for work hold under a lease or rental agreement; of goods and services engage for service under a term of contract
play boisterously
fix or set securely or deeply attach to, as a journalist to a military unit when reporting on a war enclosed firmly in a surrounding mass inserted as an integral part of a surrounding whole
United States railroad executive and founder of Stanford University (1824-1893) a university in California
a sequence of drawings telling a story in a newspaper or comic book a professional performer who tells jokes and performs comical acts
the region that is inside of something the inner or enclosed surface of something the United States federal department charged with conservation and the development of natural resources; created in 1849
become less tense, rest, or take one's ease make less taut become loose or looser or less tight cause to feel relaxed become less tense, less formal, or less restrained, and assume a friendlier manner make less severe or strict become less severe or strict make less active or fast without strain or anxiety
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beyond normal limits unrestrained, especially with regard to feelings
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take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person occupy or take on seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession make a pretence of take up someone's soul into heaven put clothing on one's body
emotions experienced when not in a state of well-being the state of being sad the quality of excessive mournfulness and uncheerfulness
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one the union of the Father and Son and Holy Ghost in one Godhead three people considered as a unit
the quality of a person's voice (linguistics) a pitch or change in pitch of the voice that serves to distinguish words in tonal languages (music) the distinctive property of a complex sound (a voice or noise or musical sound) the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people a quality of a given color that differs slightly from another color a notation representing the pitch and duration of a musical sound a steady sound without overtones the elastic tension of living muscles, arteries, etc. that facilitate response to stimuli a musical interval of two semitones the quality of something (an act or a piece of writing) that reveals the attitudes and presuppositions of the author utter monotonously and repetitively and rhythmically vary the pitch of one's speech change the color or tone of change to a color image give a healthy elasticity to
inflicting punishment
unintelligible talking
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to strive with determination resist move quickly and violently jump vertically, with legs stiff and back arched
any cognitive content held as true a vague idea in which some confidence is placed
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the quantity contained in a carton a box made of cardboard; opens by flaps on top
the state of being false or untrue unfaithfulness by virtue of being unreliable or treacherous the quality of not being open or truthful; deceitful or hypocritical
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give a description of to give an account or representation of in words make a mark or lines on a surface identify as in botany or biology, for example
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically cause to move or shift into a new position or place, both in a concrete and in an abstract sense move so as to change position, perform a nontranslational motion change residence, affiliation, or place of employment follow a procedure or take a course be in a state of action go or proceed from one point to another perform an action, or work out or perform (an action) have an emotional or cognitive impact upon give an incentive for action arouse sympathy or compassion in dispose of by selling progress by being changed live one's life in a specified environment have a turn; make one's move in a game propose formally; in a debate or parliamentary meeting being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion
king of Scotland (died in 1057)
having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships not making concessions substantially made or constructed
a sea nymph (part woman and part bird) supposed to lure sailors to destruction on the rocks where the nymphs lived a woman who is considered to be dangerously seductive a warning signal that is a loud wailing sound an acoustic device producing a loud often wailing sound as a signal or warning eellike aquatic North American salamander with small forelimbs and no hind limbs; have permanent external gills
a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one state of uncertainty or perplexity especially as requiring a choice between equally unfavorable options
of or relating to or associated with the moon
Roman Emperor notorious for his monstrous vice and fantastic luxury (was said to have started a fire that destroyed much of Rome in 64) but the Roman Empire remained prosperous during his rule (37-68)
the act of deciding to do something the act of changing your residence or place of business a change of position that does not entail a change of location the act of changing location from one place to another (game) a player's turn to take some action permitted by the rules of the game change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically cause to move or shift into a new position or place, both in a concrete and in an abstract sense move so as to change position, perform a nontranslational motion change residence, affiliation, or place of employment follow a procedure or take a course be in a state of action go or proceed from one point to another perform an action, or work out or perform (an action) have an emotional or cognitive impact upon give an incentive for action arouse sympathy or compassion in dispose of by selling progress by being changed live one's life in a specified environment have a turn; make one's move in a game propose formally; in a debate or parliamentary meeting
a health facility where patients receive treatment a medical institution where sick or injured people are given medical or surgical care
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farther along in space or time or degree on the farther side from the observer in addition
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extreme mental distress unbearable physical pain intense feelings of suffering; acute mental or physical pain the act of distorting something so it seems to mean something it was not intended to mean the deliberate, systematic, or wanton infliction of physical or mental suffering by one or more persons in an attempt to force another person to yield information or to make a confession or for any other reason torment emotionally or mentally subject to torture
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United States writer about rural southern life (1909-2001)
the quality of being believable or trustworthy
relating to or being an element relating to severe atmospheric conditions of or being the essential or basic part
a state of lawlessness and disorder (usually resulting from a failure of government)
the act of making a film
well grounded in logic or truth or having legal force still legally acceptable
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the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall) a later concluding time period the early part of night (from dinner until bedtime) spent in a special way make level or straight become even or more even make even or more even
take milk from female mammals exploit as much as possible add milk to
the act of playing for stakes in the hope of winning (including the payment of a price for a chance to win a prize) take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome play games for money
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to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means :"She forced him to take a job in the city" urge or force (a person) to an action; constrain or motivate move with force, "He pushed the table into a corner" impose urgently, importunately, or inexorably squeeze like a wedge into a tight space force into or from an action or state, either physically or metaphorically cause to move by pulling do forcibly; exert force take by force
a barge that is designed and equipped for use as a dwelling
people without possessions or wealth (considered as a group) deserving or inciting pity having little money or few possessions characterized by or indicating poverty lacking in specific resources, qualities or substances not sufficient to meet a need unsatisfactory
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a daily written record of (usually personal) experiences and observations a personal journal (as a physical object)
feeling or showing profound respect or veneration showing great reverence for god
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the state of being decayed or destroyed a bleak and desolate atmosphere sadness resulting from being forsaken or abandoned an event that results in total destruction
a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness) earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something attempt by employing effort
a woodworker who makes or repairs wooden objects work as a carpenter
a quick look throw a glance at; take a brief look at hit at an angle
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in a manner contemplative of past events
the trait of acting unpredictably and more from whim or caprice than from reason or judgment the trait of behaving like an imp
offensive term for an openly homosexual man
the most extreme possible amount or value the period of greatest prosperity or productivity the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development the top or extreme point of something (usually a mountain or hill) a V shape the highest point (of something) a brim that projects to the front to shade the eyes to reach the highest point; attain maximum intensity, activity
be agreeable or acceptable to be agreeable or acceptable accord or comport with enhance the appearance of meant or adapted for an occasion or use outfitted or supplied with clothing
sexual pleasure obtained from receiving punishment (physical or psychological)
abnormal alignment of one or both eyes the act of squinting; looking with the eyes partly closed cross one's eyes as if in strabismus be cross-eyed; have a squint or strabismus partly close one's eyes, as when hit by direct blinding light (used especially of glances) directed to one side with or as if with doubt or suspicion or envy
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an excavation that is (usually) filled with water a small lake an organization of people or resources that can be shared an association of companies for some definite purpose any communal combination of funds a small body of standing water (rainwater) or other liquid the combined stakes of the betters something resembling a pool of liquid any of various games played on a pool table having 6 pockets combine into a common fund join or form a pool of people
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a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place the act of constructing something the commercial activity involved in repairing old structures or constructing new ones the occupants of a building make by combining materials and parts form or accumulate steadily build or establish something abstract improve the cleansing action of order, supervise, or finance the construction of give form to, according to a plan be engaged in building found or ground bolster or strengthen develop and grow
the property resulting from being or relating to the greater in number of two parts; the main part the property of something that is great in magnitude the property possessed by a large mass stick out or up cause to bulge or swell outwards
touch (a body part) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements excite pleasurably or erotically pleasantly and superficially exciting giving sexual pleasure; sexually arousing exciting by touching lightly so as to cause laughter or twitching movements
(psychoanalysis) an unconscious process whereby two ideas or images combine into a single symbol; especially in dreams the process of changing from a gaseous to a liquid or solid state atmospheric moisture that has condensed because of cold the process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together a shortened version of a written work the act of increasing the density of something
a straight line connecting two points on a curve a combination of three or more notes that blend harmoniously when sounded together play chords on (a string instrument) bring into consonance, harmony, or accord while making music or singing
exercise authoritative control or power over lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits handle and cause to function control (others or oneself) or influence skillfully, usually to one's advantage check or regulate (a scientific experiment) by conducting a parallel experiment or comparing with another standard verify by using a duplicate register for comparison be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something have a firm understanding or knowledge of; be on top of restrained or managed or kept within certain bounds
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the quality of being not alike; being distinct or different from that otherwise experienced or known
any of numerous elongate mostly marine carnivorous fishes with heterocercal caudal fins and tough skin covered with small toothlike scales a person who is ruthless and greedy and dishonest a person who is unusually skilled in certain ways play the shark; act with trickery hunt shark
not neat and tidy
the light of the Moon work a second job, usually after hours
makeup that is used to color the lips form by tracing with lipstick apply lipstick to
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the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection) include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory squeeze (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own
brought back
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not interfered with, disturbed, or harmed
a gambling card game of Spanish origin; 3 or 4 cards are dealt face up and players bet that one of them will be matched before the others as the cards are dealt from the pack one at a time
extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle envelop completely surround so as to force to give up surround with a wall in order to fortify confined on all sides
something reduced to its minimal form a scandal that is kept secret the hard structure (bones and cartilages) that provides a frame for the body of an animal the internal supporting structure that gives an artifact its shape
indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively be oriented direct into a position for use direct the course; determine the direction of travelling be a signal for or a symptom of sail close to the wind mark (Hebrew words) with diacritics mark with diacritics mark (a psalm text) to indicate the points at which the music changes be positionable in a specified manner intend (something) to move towards a certain goal indicate the presence of (game) by standing and pointing with the muzzle give a point to repair the joints of bricks
electronic equipment that reduces frequency distortion a weight that balances another weight a score that makes the match even
a feeling of mild anxiety about possible developments the trait of seeming ill at ease disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed
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separate into parts or portions separate or cut with a tool, such as a sharp instrument discontinue an association or relation; go different ways go one's own way; move apart come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure resembling a sound of violent tearing as of something ripped apart or lightning splitting a tree
give testimony in a court of law provide evidence for
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having intellectual depth exhibiting or characterized by careful thought acting with or showing thought and good sense taking heed; giving close and thoughtful attention considerate of the feelings or well-being of others
(of living things) capable of normal growth and development capable of being done in a practical and useful way
dirty and disorderly
a happy party a yawl used by a ship's sailors for general work be silly or tease one another full of or showing high-spirited merriment to a moderately sufficient extent or degree
a member of a religious order who is bound by vows of poverty and chastity and obedience concerned with sacred matters or religion or the church having or showing belief in and reverence for a deity of or relating to clergy bound by monastic vows extremely scrupulous and conscientious
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causing fear or dread or terror exceptionally bad or displeasing very unpleasant
winged monster with the head of an eagle and the body of a lion
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(computer science) a graphic symbol (usually a simple picture) that denotes a program or a command or a data file or a concept in a graphical user interface a visual representation (of an object or scene or person or abstraction) produced on a surface a conventional religious painting in oil on a small wooden panel; venerated in the Eastern Church
an athlete who is skilled in gymnastics
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provide with a particular theme or motive
add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing state
United States songwriter whose songs embody the sentiment of the South before the American Civil War (1826-1864) promote the growth of bring up under fosterage; of children help develop, help grow providing or receiving nurture or parental care though not related by blood or legal ties
construct, build, or erect cause to rise up
French general who became emperor of the French (1769-1821) a rectangular piece of pastry with thin flaky layers and filled with custard cream a card game similar to whist; usually played for stakes
be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance be in control have dominance or the power to defeat over be greater in significance than look down on controlled or ruled by superior authority or power harassed by persistent nagging
a shockingly bad person a sensational message (in a film or play or novel)
the trait of remaining inactive; a lack of initiative submission to others or to outside influences
a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude the quality of being difficult to detect or analyze
having many aspects
coming next after the twelfth in position
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where you live at a particular time housing that someone is living in the country or state or city where you live (baseball) base consisting of a rubber slab where the batter stands; it must be touched by a base runner in order to score the place where you are stationed and from which missions start and end place where something began and flourished an environment offering affection and security a social unit living together an institution where people are cared for provide with, or send to, a home return home accurately from a long distance
precisely as stated being the exact same one; not any other: used as intensifiers; `real' is sometimes used informally for `really'; `rattling' is informal precisely so
intense and profound fear something that inspires dislike; something horrible intense aversion
lower the grade of something; reduce its worth
modify or bias decorate with colors give a deceptive explanation or excuse for affect as in thought or feeling add color to change color, often in an undesired manner having color or a certain color; sometimes used in combination favoring one person or side over another (used of color) artificially produced; not natural having skin rich in melanin pigments
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a deceitful and unreliable scoundrel
getting two things to correspond bring into balance or equilibrium compute credits and debits of an account hold or carry in equilibrium be in equilibrium
be offended or bothered by; take offense with, be bothered by be concerned with or about something or somebody be in charge of or deal with pay close attention to; give heed to be on one's guard; be cautious or wary about; be alert to keep in mind (used in combination) mentally oriented toward something specified (usually followed by `to') naturally disposed toward
reach, make, or come to a decision about something bring to an end; settle conclusively cause to decide influence or determine
an agency that escapes control and destroys its creator the monster created by Frankenstein in a gothic novel by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley (the creator's name is commonly used to refer to his creation) the fictional Swiss scientist who was the protagonist in a gothic novel by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley; he created a monster from parts of corpses
lacking teeth lacking necessary force for effectiveness
the trait of great self-denial (especially refraining from worldly pleasures)
without energy; in a lethargic manner
(thermodynamics) a thermodynamic quantity representing the amount of energy in a system that is no longer available for doing mechanical work the quality of lacking any predictable order or plan
any place of complete bliss and delight and peace the abode of God and the angels
inadequate in amount or degree of a quantity not able to fulfill a need or requirement falling short of some prescribed norm
United States prizefighter who was world heavyweight champion for 12 years (1914-1981)
someone who controls resources and expenditures (sports) someone in charge of training an athlete or a team
small area set off by walls for special use
a member of the Caucasoid race a number of languages spoken in the Caucasus that are unrelated to languages spoken elsewhere of or relating to the geographical region of Caucasia of or relating to Caucasian people
be successful; achieve a goal be in charge of, act on, or dispose of come to terms with watch and direct achieve something by means of trickery or devious methods carry on or function handle effectively
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affirm once again
a person who wears or carries or displays something as a body covering or accessory
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an instance of rapid strong pulsation (of the heart) a sound with a strong rhythmic beat pulsate or pound with abnormal force expand and contract rhythmically; beat rhythmically tremble convulsively, as from fear or excitement pounding or beating strongly or violently
a person suffering from amnesia suffering from a partial loss of memory
a suspension of radio or tv broadcasting darkness resulting from the extinction of lights (as in a city invisible to enemy aircraft) the failure of electric power for a general region a momentary loss of consciousness partial or total loss of memory
the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on a pompous fool hardy and sure-footed animal smaller and with longer ears than the horse slang for sexual intercourse a very poisonous metallic element that has three allotropic forms; arsenic and arsenic compounds are used as herbicides and insecticides and various alloys; found in arsenopyrite and orpiment and realgar a United States territory on the eastern part of the island of Samoa
a pause during which things are calm or activities are diminished a period of calm weather calm by deception become quiet or less intensive make calm or still
a barrier that serves to enclose an area a dealer in stolen property enclose with a fence receive stolen goods fight with fencing swords surround with a wall in order to fortify have an argument about something
select as an alternative over another
in an unreasoning visceral manner in the viscera
the moment of most intense pleasure in sexual intercourse
praise, glorify, or honor fill with sublime emotion heighten or intensify raise in rank, character, or status
vigorous and animated
(formal) a person who announces important news something that precedes and indicates the approach of something or someone foreshadow or presage praise vociferously greet enthusiastically or joyfully
for a short time
express grief verbally
capable of being attributed
marked by blithe unconcern without or seeming to be without plan or method; offhand appropriate for ordinary or routine occasions occurring or appearing or singled out by chance hasty and without attention to detail; not thorough occurring from time to time characterized by a feeling of irresponsibility; it is no fooling matter" natural and unstudied not showing effort or strain
a soft partly suppressed laugh laugh quietly or with restraint
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motivation deriving logically from ethical or moral principles that govern a person's thoughts and actions conformity to one's own sense of right conduct a feeling of shame when you do something immoral
an introductory textbook any igniter that is used to initiate the burning of a propellant the first or preliminary coat of paint or size applied to a surface
an actor's line that immediately precedes and serves as a reminder for some action or speech evidence that helps to solve a problem a stimulus that provides information about what to do sports implement consisting of a tapering rod used to strike a cue ball in pool or billiards assist (somebody acting or reciting) by suggesting the next words of something forgotten or imperfectly learned
absence of light or illumination an unilluminated area absence of moral or spiritual values an unenlightened state having a dark or somber color a swarthy complexion
moving quickly and lightly
be a witness to perceive or be contemporaneous with
the act of investing; laying out money or capital in an enterprise with the expectation of profit make an investment give qualities or abilities to furnish with power or authority; of kings or emperors provide with power and authority place ceremoniously or formally in an office or position
a brief description given for purposes of identification trade name of a company that produces musical recordings a radioactive isotope that is used in a compound in order to trace the mechanism of a chemical reaction an identifying or descriptive marker that is attached to an object assign a label to; designate with a label attach a tag or label to pronounce judgment on distinguish (as a compound or molecule) by introducing a labeled atom distinguish (an element or atom) by using a radioactive isotope or an isotope of unusual mass for tracing through chemical reactions
bring to light recover through digging
cause to arise cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner cause to occur rapidly reason or establish by induction produce electric current by electrostatic or magnetic processes
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any strong feeling
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someone who sees an event and reports what happened a close observer; someone who looks at something (such as an exhibition of some kind) testimony by word or deed to your religious faith (law) a person who attests to the genuineness of a document or signature by adding their own signature (law) a person who testifies under oath in a court of law be a witness to perceive or be contemporaneous with
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cause to be lost or disoriented causing loss of physical or intellectual bearings
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gain knowledge or skills get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally commit to memory; learn by heart be a student of a certain subject impart skills or knowledge to find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort having or showing profound knowledge highly educated; having extensive information or understanding established by conditioning or learning
offensive to the mind
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a violent disturbance violent agitation disturbance usually in protest
the act of counting; reciting numbers in ascending order determine the number or amount of have weight; have import, carry weight show consideration for; take into account name or recite the numbers in ascending order put into a group include as if by counting have a certain value or carry a certain weight have faith or confidence in take account of
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marked by extreme and violent energy
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grant freedom to; free from confinement turn loose or free from restraint make loose or looser become loose or looser or less tight not compact or dense in structure or arrangement (of a ball in sport) not in the possession or control of any player not tight; not closely constrained or constricted or constricting not officially recognized or controlled not literal emptying easily or excessively not affixed not tense or taut (of textures) full of small openings or gaps lacking a sense of restraint or responsibility not carefully arranged in a package having escaped, especially from confinement casual and unrestrained in sexual behavior without restraint
the provincial capital of Veneto; built on 118 islands within a lagoon in the Gulf of Venice; has canals instead of streets; one of Italy's major ports and a famous tourist attraction
a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem the speech act of replying to a question the principal pleading by the defendant in response to plaintiff's complaint; in criminal law it consists of the defendant's plea of `guilty' or `not guilty' (or nolo contendere); in civil law it must contain denials of all allegations in the plaintiff's complaint that the defendant hopes to controvert and it can contain affirmative defenses or counterclaims a nonverbal reaction react verbally respond to a signal give the correct answer or solution to understand the meaning of give a defence or refutation of (a charge) or in (an argument) be liable or accountable be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity match or correspond be satisfactory for; meet the requirements of or serve the purpose of react to a stimulus or command
German chemist noted for the synthetic production of ammonia from the nitrogen in air (1868-1934)
a line or route along which something travels or moves evidence pointing to a possible solution a pair of parallel rails providing a runway for wheels a course over which races are run a distinct selection of music from a recording or a compact disc an endless metal belt on which tracked vehicles move over the ground (computer science) one of the circular magnetic paths on a magnetic disk that serve as a guide for writing and reading data a groove on a phonograph recording a bar or pair of parallel bars of rolled steel making the railway along which railroad cars or other vehicles can roll any road or path affording passage especially a rough one the act of participating in an athletic competition involving running on a track carry on the feet and deposit observe or plot the moving path of something go after with the intent to catch travel across or pass over make tracks upon
an expectation something expected (as on the basis of a norm) the act of predicting (as by reasoning about the future) anticipating with confidence of fulfillment
tavern consisting of a building with a bar and public rooms; often provides light meals
a quantity much larger than is needed immoderation as a consequence of going beyond sufficient or permitted limits the state of being more than full excessive indulgence more than is needed, desired, or required
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having strength or power greater than average or expected not faint or feeble having or wielding force or authority having a strong physiological or chemical effect immune to attack; incapable of being tampered with of good quality and condition; solidly built of verbs not having standard (or regular) inflection being distilled rather than fermented; having a high alcoholic content freshly made or left strong and sure
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extremely poisonous or injurious; producing venom marked by deep ill will; deliberately harmful
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a particular environment or walk of life the central area of an ancient Roman amphitheater where contests and spectacles were held; especially an area that was strewn with sand a large structure for open-air sports or entertainments a playing field where sports events take place
a relatively large open container that you fill with water and use to wash the body
a disease of cattle and sheep attributed to a dietary deficiency; characterized by anemia and softening of the bones and a slow stiff gait a feeling of fear and revulsion someone unpleasantly strange or eccentric a slow longitudinal movement or deformation a pen that is fenced so that young animals can enter but adults cannot a slow mode of locomotion on hands and knees or dragging the body move slowly; in the case of people or animals with the body near the ground to go stealthily or furtively grow or spread, often in such a way as to cover (a surface) show submission or fear
a United States term for Blacks that is now considered offensive add color to affect as in thought or feeling modify or bias decorate with colors give a deceptive explanation or excuse for change color, often in an undesired manner having color or a certain color; sometimes used in combination having skin rich in melanin pigments favoring one person or side over another (used of color) artificially produced; not natural
an unshakable belief in something without need for proof or evidence (criminal law) a final judgment of guilty in a criminal case and the punishment that is imposed
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families the members of a business organization that owns or operates one or more establishments the members of a religious community living together the audience gathered together in a theatre or cinema an official assembly having legislative powers aristocratic family line play in which children take the roles of father or mother or children and pretend to interact like adults (astrology) one of 12 equal areas into which the zodiac is divided the management of a gambling house or casino a social unit living together a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented a building in which something is sheltered or located contain or cover provide housing for
a strong coarse tobacco that has been shredded a matted tangle of hair or fiber a fabric with long coarse nap slang for sexual intercourse a lively dance step consisting of hopping on each foot in turn dance the shag
heighten or intensify supply the inspiration for serve as the inciting cause of spur on or encourage especially by cheers and shouts fill with revolutionary ideas draw in (air) being of such surpassing excellence as to suggest inspiration by the gods
something lost (especially money lost at gambling) something that is lost gradual decline in amount or activity the act of losing someone or something the disadvantage that results from losing something the experience of losing a loved one the amount by which the cost of a business exceeds its revenue military personnel lost by death or capture euphemistic expressions for death
a complaint uttered in a plaintive whining way move with a whining sound talk in a tearful manner make a high-pitched, screeching noise complain whiningly
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annoying and unpleasant causing a sensation as of things crawling on your skin
habitually complaining
an enlisted man or woman who serves in an army a wingless sterile ant or termite having a large head and powerful jaws adapted for defending the colony serve as a soldier in the military
a word that expresses an attribute of something the word class that qualifies nouns
a public promotion of some product or service the business of drawing public attention to goods and services call attention to make publicity for; try to sell (a product)
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any rational or irrational number the basic unit of money in Brazil; equal to 100 centavos an old small silver Spanish coin being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory; not ghosts" no less than what is stated; worthy of the name not to be taken lightly capable of being treated as fact being or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something of, relating to, or representing an amount that is corrected for inflation having substance or capable of being treated as fact; not imaginary (of property) fixed or immovable coinciding with reality used as intensifiers; `real' is sometimes used informally for `really'; `rattling' is informal
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heighten or intensify supply the inspiration for serve as the inciting cause of spur on or encourage especially by cheers and shouts fill with revolutionary ideas draw in (air)
so as to be unique
in a compulsive manner
in a harmonious manner
a social unit living together primary social group; parents and children a collection of things sharing a common attribute people descended from a common ancestor a person having kinship with another or others (biology) a taxonomic group containing one or more genera a loose affiliation of gangsters in charge of organized criminal activities an association of people who share common beliefs or activities
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at or constituting a border or edge of questionable or minimal quality just barely adequate or within a lower limit producing at a rate that barely covers production costs
in a methodical manner
the option to sell a given stock (or stock index or commodity future) at a given price before a given date put into a certain place or abstract location cause to be in a certain state; cause to be in a certain relation formulate in a particular style or language attribute or give make an investment estimate cause (someone) to undergo something adapt arrange thoughts, ideas, temporal events
make world-wide in scope or application
the unintentional misuse of a word by confusion with one that sounds similar
overly sweet
create by training and teaching undergo training or instruction in preparation for a particular role, function, or profession develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control educate for a future role or function teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards teach and supervise (someone); act as a trainer or coach (to), as in sports exercise in order to prepare for an event or competition cause to grow in a certain way by tying and pruning it travel by rail or train drag loosely along a surface; allow to sweep the ground shaped or conditioned or disciplined by training; often used as a combining form
an artifact designed to be played with a nonfunctional replica of something else (frequently used as a modifier) a device regarded as providing amusement a copy that reproduces a person or thing in greatly reduced size any of several breeds of very small dogs kept purely as pets behave carelessly or indifferently manipulate manually or in one's mind or imagination engage in an activity as if it were a game rather than take it seriously
the feeling caused by disagreeable stimuli; one pole of a continuum of states of feeling the quality of giving displeasure
someone who waits on or tends to or attends to the needs of another a person who is present and participates in a meeting an event or situation that happens at the same time as or in connection with another being present (at meeting or event etc.) "attendant members of the congreation" following or accompanying as a consequence
following accepted customs and proprieties conforming with accepted standards (weapons) using energy for propulsion or destruction that is not nuclear energy unimaginative and conformist represented in simplified or symbolic form in accord with or being a tradition or practice accepted from the past rigidly formal or bound by convention
deserving or inciting pity
an imperfection in an object or machine defect or weakness in a person's character an imperfection in a plan or theory or legal document that causes it to fail or that reduces its effectiveness add a flaw or blemish to; make imperfect or defective
the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property the act of photographing a scene or part of a scene without interruption carry out require (time or space) take somebody somewhere get into one's hands, take physically take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect interpret something in a certain way; convey a particular meaning or impression take something or somebody with oneself somewhere take into one's possession travel or go by means of a certain kind of transportation, or a certain route pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives receive willingly something given or offered assume, as of positions or roles take into consideration for exemplifying purposes require as useful, just, or proper experience or feel or submit to make a film or photograph of something remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract serve oneself to, or consume regularly accept or undergo, often unwillingly make use of or accept for some purpose take by force occupy or take on admit into a group or community ascertain or determine by measuring, computing or take a reading from a dial be a student of a certain subject take as an undesirable consequence of some event or state of affairs head into a specified direction point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards be seized or affected in a specified way have with oneself; have on one's person engage for service under a term of contract receive or obtain regularly buy, select to get into a position of having, e.g., safety, comfort have sex with; archaic use lay claim to; as of an idea be designed to hold or take be capable of holding or containing develop a habit proceed along in a vehicle obtain by winning be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness
affect with wonder be a mystery or bewildering to
the speech act of making something evident an enlightening or astonishing disclosure communication of knowledge to man by a divine or supernatural agency the last book of the New Testament; contains visionary descriptions of heaven and of conflicts between good and evil and of the end of the world; attributed to Saint John the Apostle
include or contain; have as a component contain or hold; have within lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits be divisible by be capable of holding or containing hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of
derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in be exposed
lacking a visible order or organization completely unordered and unpredictable and confusing of or relating to a sensitive dependence on initial conditions
express approval of
a vigorous blow an uproarious party hit hard
carry out require (time or space) take somebody somewhere get into one's hands, take physically take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect interpret something in a certain way; convey a particular meaning or impression take something or somebody with oneself somewhere take into one's possession travel or go by means of a certain kind of transportation, or a certain route pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives receive willingly something given or offered assume, as of positions or roles take into consideration for exemplifying purposes require as useful, just, or proper experience or feel or submit to make a film or photograph of something remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract serve oneself to, or consume regularly accept or undergo, often unwillingly make use of or accept for some purpose take by force occupy or take on admit into a group or community ascertain or determine by measuring, computing or take a reading from a dial be a student of a certain subject take as an undesirable consequence of some event or state of affairs head into a specified direction point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards be seized or affected in a specified way have with oneself; have on one's person engage for service under a term of contract receive or obtain regularly buy, select to get into a position of having, e.g., safety, comfort have sex with; archaic use lay claim to; as of an idea be designed to hold or take be capable of holding or containing develop a habit proceed along in a vehicle obtain by winning be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness understood in a certain way; made sense of be affected with an indisposition
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a sullen gloomy feeling having temperamental and changeable moods
at the end
the act of causing to become less the act of causing something to move to a lower level move something or somebody to a lower position set lower make lower or quieter cause to drop or sink look angry or sullen, wrinkle one's forehead, as if to signal disapproval darkened by clouds
reduce in scope while retaining essential elements lessen, diminish, or curtail (used of texts) shortened by condensing or rewriting
of or relating to style (especially in the use of language)
in a grim implacable manner
a defense of some offensive behavior or some failure to keep a promise etc. a note explaining an absence a poor example accept an excuse for grant exemption or release to serve as a reason or cause or justification of defend, explain, clear away, or make excuses for by reasoning ask for permission to be released from an engagement excuse, overlook, or make allowances for; be lenient with
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terminate become separated into pieces or fragments render inoperable or ineffective ruin completely destroy the integrity of; usually by force; cause to separate into pieces or fragments act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises move away or escape suddenly scatter or part force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up prevent completion enter someone's (virtual or real) property in an unauthorized manner, usually with the intent to steal or commit a violent act make submissive, obedient, or useful fail to agree with; be in violation of; as of rules or patterns surpass in excellence make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret come into being stop operating or functioning interrupt a continued activity make a rupture in the ranks of the enemy or one's own by quitting or fleeing curl over and fall apart in surf or foam, of waves lessen in force or effect be broken in come to an end vary or interrupt a uniformity or continuity cause to give up a habit give up come forth or begin from a state of latency happen or take place cause the failure or ruin of invalidate by judicial action discontinue an association or relation; go different ways assign to a lower position; reduce in rank reduce to bankruptcy change directions suddenly emerge from the surface of a body of water break down, literally or metaphorically do a break dance exchange for smaller units of money destroy the completeness of a set of related items make the opening shot that scatters the balls separate from a clinch, in boxing go to pieces break a piece from a whole become punctured or penetrated pierce or penetrate be released or become known; of news cease an action temporarily interrupt the flow of current in undergo breaking find a flaw in find the solution or key to change suddenly from one tone quality or register to another happen become fractured; break or crack on the surface only crack; of the male voice in puberty fall sharply fracture a bone of diminish or discontinue abruptly weaken or destroy in spirit or body lacking funds
a trite or obvious remark
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attach to a support go up or advance fix onto a backing, setting, or support put up or launch get up on the back of go upward with gradual or continuous progress prepare and supply with the necessary equipment for execution or performance copulate with assembled for use; especially by being attached to a support decorated with applied ornamentation; often used in combination
bring forth or yield create or manufacture a man-made product cause to happen, occur or exist bring out for display cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques bring onto the market or release come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes)
give new life or energy to engage in recreational activities rather than work; occupy oneself in a diversion give encouragement to create anew
give help or assistance; be of service improve the condition of be of use abstain from doing; always used with a negative help to some food; help with food or drink contribute to the furtherance of take or use improve; change for the better
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increase or raise increase the pressure on a gas or liquid (of e.g. an engine) having the power increased by fitting with a supercharger fraught with great emotion
a general officer of the highest rank the head of a religious order or congregation a fact about the whole (as opposed to particular) command as a general
fastener consisting of a metal ring for lining a small hole to permit the attachment of cords or lines anything with a round or oval shape (formed by a curve that is closed and does not intersect itself) (computer science) a single execution of a set of instructions that are to be repeated an inner circle of advisors (especially under President Reagan) the basic pattern of the human fingerprint a computer program that performs a series of instructions repeatedly until some specified condition is satisfied the topology of a network whose components are serially connected in such a way that the last component is connected to the first component an intrauterine device in the shape of a loop a complete electrical circuit around which current flows or a signal circulates a flight maneuver; aircraft flies a complete circle in the vertical plane move in loops make a loop in fly loops, perform a loop wind around something in coils or loops fasten or join with a loop
with regard to thematic content
get or gather together collect or gather periodically accumulated over time
the ordinal number of sixty-five in counting order
an article deposited as security a person used by another to gain an end (chess) the least powerful piece; moves only forward and captures only to the side; it can be promoted to a more powerful piece if it reaches the 8th rank borrowing and leaving an article as security for repayment of the loan leave as a guarantee in return for money
cause to feel resentment or indignation act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises strike with disgust or revulsion hurt the feelings of hurt or upset
a defense that claims the defendant would not have broken the law if not tricked into doing it by law enforcement officials
a unit of potential equal to the potential difference between two points on a conductor carrying a current of 1 ampere when the power dissipated between the two points is 1 watt; equivalent to the potential difference across a resistance of 1 ohm when 1 ampere of current flows through it a soft silvery white toxic metallic element used in steel alloys; it occurs in several complex minerals including carnotite and vanadinite the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one the 22nd letter of the Roman alphabet
the cardinal number that is the sum of eight and one a team of professional baseball players who play and travel together one of four playing cards in a deck with nine pips on the face denoting a quantity consisting of one more than eight and one less than ten
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the state of being covered with unclean things
someone who escorts and protects a prominent person the act of accompanying someone or something in order to protect them an attendant who is employed to accompany someone a participant in a date accompany as an escort accompany or escort
any exciting and complex play intended to confuse (dazzle) the opponent
happening or arising without apparent external cause said or done without having been planned or written in advance
the aggregate of past events a record or narrative description of past events the discipline that records and interprets past events involving human beings the continuum of events occurring in succession leading from the past to the present and even into the future all that is remembered of the past as preserved in writing; a body of knowledge
be greater in scope or size than some standard be superior or better than some standard
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the act of applying force in order to move something away the force used in pushing enterprising or ambitious drive an electrical switch operated by pressing an effort to advance move with force, "He pushed the table into a corner" press, drive, or impel (someone) to action or completion of an action make publicity for; try to sell (a product) strive and make an effort to reach a goal press against forcefully without moving approach a certain age or speed exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for sell or promote the sale of (illegal goods such as drugs) move strenuously and with effort make strenuous pushing movements during birth to expel the baby
someone who publicizes
a kind of pain; something as sudden and painful as being stung cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort deliver a sting to saddle with something disagreeable or disadvantageous cause a stinging pain cause an emotional pain, as if by stinging (of speech) harsh or hurtful in tone or character
turn in a twisting or spinning motion cause to spin
in a brazen manner
move with force, "He pushed the table into a corner" press, drive, or impel (someone) to action or completion of an action make publicity for; try to sell (a product) strive and make an effort to reach a goal press against forcefully without moving approach a certain age or speed exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for sell or promote the sale of (illegal goods such as drugs) move strenuously and with effort make strenuous pushing movements during birth to expel the baby
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domesticated bovine animals as a group regardless of sex or age female of domestic cattle: "`moo-cow' is a child's term" mature female of mammals of which the male is called `bull' a large unpleasant woman subdue, restrain, or overcome by affecting with a feeling of awe; frighten (as with threats)
an expression consisting of one or more words forming a grammatical constituent of a sentence a short musical passage an expression whose meanings cannot be inferred from the meanings of the words that make it up dance movements that are linked in a single choreographic sequence put into words or an expression divide, combine, or mark into phrases
the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable be without
(biology) taxonomic group whose members can interbreed a specific kind of something coins collectively
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with resolute determination in a secure manner; in a manner free from danger with firmness
disgraceful gossip about the private lives of other people a disgraceful event
encouragement in the form of cheers from spectators give encouragement to show approval or good wishes by shouting cause (somebody) to feel happier or more cheerful become cheerful spur on or encourage especially by cheers and shouts providing freedom from worry
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the irregular motion of waves (usually caused by wind blowing in a direction opposite to the tide) a small cut of meat including part of a rib a jaw a tennis return made with a downward motion that puts backspin on the ball a grounder that bounces high in the air cut into pieces move suddenly form or shape by chopping strike sharply, as in some sports cut with a hacking tool hit sharply
a policeman who patrols a given region
a record in which commercial accounts are recorded an accounting journal as a physical object
stay the same; remain in a certain state stay put (in a certain place); we are not moving to Cincinnati" dwell continue in a place, position, or situation remain behind stop or halt stay behind hang on during a trial of endurance stop a judicial process fasten with stays overcome or allay
distinguish oneself be or do something to a greater degree move past be greater in scope or size than some standard
prevent the progress or free movement of put at a disadvantage
the act of giving temporary assistance the component of the aerodynamic forces acting on an airfoil that opposes gravity the event of something being raised upward a wave that lifts the surface of the water or ground a powered conveyance that carries skiers up a hill a device worn in a shoe or boot to make the wearer look taller or to correct a shortened leg one of the layers forming the heel of a shoe or boot lifting device consisting of a platform or cage that is raised and lowered mechanically in a vertical shaft in order to move people from one floor to another in a building plastic surgery to remove wrinkles and other signs of aging from your face; an incision is made near the hair line and skin is pulled back and excess tissue is excised transportation of people or goods by air (especially when other means of access are unavailable) a ride in a car the act of raising something raise from a lower to a higher position take hold of something and move it to a different location move upwards move upward make audible cancel officially make off with belongings of others raise or haul up with or as if with mechanical help invigorate or heighten raise in rank or condition take off or away by decreasing rise up pay off (a mortgage) take without referencing from someone else's writing or speech; of intellectual property take illegally fly people or goods to or from places not accessible by other means take (root crops) out of the ground call to stop the hunt or to retire, as of hunting dogs rise upward, as from pressure or moisture put an end to remove (hair) by scalping remove from a seedbed or from a nursery remove from a surface perform cosmetic surgery on someone's face
take the trouble to do something; concern oneself cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations to cause inconvenience or discomfort to intrude or enter uninvited make nervous or agitated make confused or perplexed or puzzled caused to show discomposure
supply or feed to surfeit cause surfeit through excess though initially pleasing overly sweet
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move outward spread or diffuse through cause to become widely known
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money demanded for the return of a captured person payment for the release of someone the act of freeing from captivity or punishment exchange or buy back for money; under threat
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make an effort or attempt put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to put on trial or hear a case and sit as the judge at the trial of take a sample of examine or hear (evidence or a case) by judicial process give pain or trouble to test the limits of melt (fat or lard) in order to separate out impurities put on a garment in order to see whether it fits and looks nice tested and proved useful or correct tested and proved to be reliable
socially incorrect in behavior (of persons) lacking in refinement or grace lacking civility or good manners (used especially of commodities) being unprocessed or manufactured using only simple or minimal processes belonging to an early stage of technical development; characterized by simplicity and (often) crudeness
European freshwater fish resembling the roach
reason by deduction; establish by deduction obtain come from develop or evolve from a latent or potential state come from; be connected by a relationship of blood, for example formed or developed from something else; not original
someone who writes screenplays
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a successful ending of a struggle or contest the exultation of victory prove superior be ecstatic with joy dwell on with satisfaction to express great joy
extreme mental retardation
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something make an effort or attempt put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to put on trial or hear a case and sit as the judge at the trial of take a sample of examine or hear (evidence or a case) by judicial process give pain or trouble to test the limits of melt (fat or lard) in order to separate out impurities put on a garment in order to see whether it fits and looks nice
the act of refusing to comply (as with a request) the act of asserting that something alleged is not true (psychiatry) a defense mechanism that denies painful thoughts renunciation of your own interests in favor of the interests of others a defendant's answer or plea denying the truth of the charges against him
someone who is an active supporter and advocate a sponsor who books and stages public entertainments
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totally unlikely
willful wanton and malicious destruction of the property of others
a metric unit of length equal to one ten billionth of a meter (or 0.0001 micron); used to specify wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation any of several fat-soluble vitamins essential for normal vision; prevents night blindness or inflammation or dryness of the eyes one of the four nucleotides used in building DNA; all four nucleotides have a common phosphate group and a sugar (ribose) (biochemistry) purine base found in DNA and RNA; pairs with thymine in DNA and with uracil in RNA the basic unit of electric current adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites the 1st letter of the Roman alphabet the blood group whose red cells carry the A antigen
make or work out a plan for; devise come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort put or send forth showing effects of planning or manipulation artificially formal
a cosmic cataclysm in which God destroys the ruling powers of evil the last book of the New Testament; contains visionary descriptions of heaven and of conflicts between good and evil and of the end of the world; attributed to Saint John the Apostle
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a group that defends a principle a stronghold into which people could go for shelter during a battle projecting part of a rampart or other fortification
a human being
lasting, open, or operating through the whole night during or for the length of one night happening in a short time or with great speed
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hit hard
so small as to be meaningless; insignificant not worth considering
fearful expectation or anticipation be afraid or scared of; be frightened of causing fear or dread or terror
a symptom of reduced quality or strength process of changing to an inferior state
relating to or associated with a coma in a state of deep and usually prolonged unconsciousness; unable to respond to external stimuli
lacking or marked by lack of intellectual acuity in a state of mental numbness especially as resulting from shock lacking intelligence
a series of mental images and emotions occurring during sleep imaginative thoughts indulged in while awake a cherished desire a fantastic but vain hope (from fantasies induced by the opium pipe) a state of mind characterized by abstraction and release from reality someone or something wonderful have a daydream; indulge in a fantasy experience while sleeping
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be in a huff; be silent or sullen complain whiningly having dark hairs mixed with grey or white
a tight cluster of people or things any of various fastenings formed by looping and tying a rope (or cord) upon itself or to another rope or to another object a hard cross-grained round piece of wood in a board where a branch emerged something twisted and tight and swollen a unit of length used in navigation; exactly 1,852 meters; historically based on the distance spanned by one minute of arc in latitude soft lump or unevenness in a yarn; either an imperfection or created by design a sandpiper that breeds in the Arctic and winters in the southern hemisphere make into knots; make knots out of tie or fasten into a knot tangle or complicate
the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose a resource a means of serving give help or assistance; be of service improve the condition of be of use abstain from doing; always used with a negative help to some food; help with food or drink contribute to the furtherance of take or use improve; change for the better
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corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality deviating from what is considered moral or right or proper or good
return to its original or usable and functioning condition return to life; get or give new life or energy give or bring back restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken bring back into original existence, use, function, or position
in an annoying manner or to an annoying degree
in the near future
keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean" have or hold in one's hands or grip organize or be responsible for have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings) to close within bounds, limit or hold back from movement secure and keep for possible future use or application have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices be the physical support of; carry the weight of contain or hold; have within have room for; hold without crowding remain in a certain state, position, or condition support or hold in a certain manner be valid, applicable, or true assert or affirm have as a major characteristic be capable of holding or containing arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance protect against a challenge or attack bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted hold the attention of remain committed to resist or confront with resistance be pertinent or relevant or applicable stop dealing with lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits keep from departing take and maintain control over, often by violent means cause to stop cover as for protection against noise or smell drink alcohol without showing ill effects aim, point, or direct declare to be be in accord; be in agreement keep from exhaling or expelling occupied or in the control of; often used in combination
of or relating to perception having the ability to perceive or understand; keen in discernment
add pepper to attack and bombard with or as if with missiles
perform an act, usually with a negative connotation give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause cause to be admitted; of persons to an institution confer a trust upon make an investment engage in or perform bound or obligated, as under a pledge to a particular cause, action, or attitude associated in an exclusive sexual relationship
steering mechanism for a vessel; a mechanical device by which a vessel is steered a position of leadership be at or take the helm of
any place of pain and turmoil;  a cause of difficulty and suffering (Christianity) the abode of Satan and the forces of evil; where sinners suffer eternal punishment (religion) the world of the dead violent and excited activity noisy and unrestrained mischief
relating to the motion of material bodies and the forces associated therewith characterized by motion supplying motive force
(followed by `to' or `of') lacking conscious awareness of failing to keep in mind
a person who does not talk an ignorant or foolish person a figure representing the human form a cartridge containing an explosive charge but no bullet make a dummy of
an act of formulating a program for a definite course of action the act or process of drawing up plans or layouts for some project or enterprise the cognitive process of thinking about what you will do in the event of something happening have the will and intention to carry out some action make plans for something make or work out a plan for; devise make a design of; plan out in systematic, often graphic form
lacking solidity or strength not convincing lacking substance or significance; a fragile claim to fame"
make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret disclose to view as by removing a cover
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French writer who is considered the father of science fiction (1828-1905)
having or expressing desire for something desiring or striving for recognition or advancement
make a mess of, destroy or ruin spoiled through incompetence or clumsiness
finding a solution to a problem find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of find the solution settle, as of a debt
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be teeming, be abuzz move in large numbers abundantly filled with especially living things
in actual fact used to imply that one would expect the fact to be the opposite of that stated; surprisingly at the present moment as a sentence modifier to add slight emphasis
a book or pamphlet containing an enumeration of things a complete list of things; usually arranged systematically make a catalogue, compile a catalogue make an itemized list or catalog of; classify
the state of being absent failure to be present the time interval during which something or somebody is away the occurrence of an abrupt, transient loss or impairment of consciousness (which is not subsequently remembered), sometimes with light twitching, fluttering eyelids, etc.; common in petit mal epilepsy
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affect with wonder
make a logical or causal connection be relevant to give an account of be in a relationship with have or establish a relationship to
inflammation of the laminated tissue that attaches the hoof to the foot of a horse a person who founds or establishes some institution a worker who makes metal castings fail utterly; collapse sink below the surface break down, literally or metaphorically stumble and nearly fall
an embarrassing mistake make a mess of, destroy or ruin
a person who lacks good judgment a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of a professional clown employed to entertain a king or nobleman in the Middle Ages make a fool or dupe of spend frivolously and unwisely fool or hoax indulge in horseplay
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall) a later concluding time period the early part of night (from dinner until bedtime) spent in a special way make level or straight become even or more even make even or more even
give an incentive for action provided with a motive or given incentive for action
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any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue any solid substance (as opposed to liquid) that is used as a source of nourishment anything that provides mental stimulus for thinking
a statistic characterizing human populations (or segments of human populations broken down by age or sex or income etc.)
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someone who cooks food English navigator who claimed the east coast of Australia for Britain and discovered several Pacific islands (1728-1779) prepare a hot meal prepare for eating by applying heat transform and make suitable for consumption by heating tamper, with the purpose of deception transform by heating
the act of someone who floats on the water be in motion due to some air or water current be afloat either on or below a liquid surface and not sink to the bottom set afloat circulate or discuss tentatively; test the waters with move lightly, as if suspended put into the water make the surface of level or smooth allow (currencies) to fluctuate convert from a fixed point notation to a floating point notation borne up by or suspended in a liquid continually changing especially as from one abode or occupation to another inclined to move or be moved about (of a part of the body) not firmly connected; movable or out of normal position not definitely committed to a party or policy
regard something as probable or likely act in advance of; deal with ahead of time realize beforehand make a prediction about; tell in advance be excited or anxious about be a forerunner of or occur earlier than expected hopefully
a piece of ground having specific characteristics or military potential
a ductile grey metallic element of the lanthanide series; used in lighter flints; the most abundant of the rare-earth group
like down or as soft as down
of or relating to or attended by putrefaction in an advanced state of decomposition and having a foul odor morally corrupt or evil
the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint a linear unit of length equal to 12 inches or a third of a yard the lower part of anything the pedal extremity of vertebrates other than human beings lowest support of a structure any of various organs of locomotion or attachment in invertebrates travel by walking a member of a surveillance team who works on foot or rides as a passenger an army unit consisting of soldiers who fight on foot (prosody) a group of 2 or 3 syllables forming the basic unit of poetic rhythm a support resembling a pedal extremity pay for something walk add a column of numbers
appear very large or occupy a commanding position of imposing height; especially standing out above others
a lover who gently fondles and caresses the loved one
make a logical or causal connection connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces be or become joined or united or linked link with or as with a yoke
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an automaton that resembles a human being
extravagant elaborateness
with great urgency in intense despair
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make dull in appearance become dull or lusterless in appearance; lose shine or brightness deaden (a sound or noise), especially by wrapping make numb or insensitive make dull or blunt become less interesting or attractive make less lively or vigorous having lost or been caused to lose interest because of overexposure made dull or blunt deprived of color
to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (`full' in this sense is used as a combining form) sufficiently; more than adequately referring to a quantity
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the quality of being capable -- physically or intellectually or legally the susceptibility of something to a particular treatment an aptitude that may be developed
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come to a halt, stop moving put an end to a state or an activity stop from happening or developing interrupt a trip cause to stop prevent completion hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of seize on its way have an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical render unsuitable for passage stop and wait, as if awaiting further instructions or developments (of a nose) blocked
someone who attacks in search of booty any animal that lives by preying on other animals
exhale abruptly, as when one has a chest cold or congestion
a small being, human in form, playful and having magical powers offensive term for an openly homosexual man
a flattering commendation (especially when used for promotional purposes)
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someone who takes more time than necessary; someone who lags behind an advertisement consisting of short scenes from a motion picture that will appear in the near future a large transport conveyance designed to be pulled by a truck or tractor a wheeled vehicle that can be pulled by a car or truck and is equipped for occupancy
make reference to be relevant to think of, regard, or classify under a subsuming principle or with a general group or in relation to another send or direct for treatment, information, or a decision seek information from have as a meaning use a name to designate
the amount that many barrels might hold a tube through which a bullet travels when a gun is fired a cylindrical container that holds liquids a bulging cylindrical shape; hollow with flat ends the quantity that a barrel (of any size) will hold any of various units of capacity put in barrels
cause injuries or bodily harm to hurt the feelings of cause damage or affect negatively harmed
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worried and uneasy ceaselessly in motion lacking or not affording physical or mental rest
being twofold; a classification into two opposed parts or subclasses
(New Testament) the sages who visited Jesus and Mary and Joseph shortly after Jesus was born; the Gospel According to Matthew says they were guided by a star and brought gifts of gold and frankincense and myrrh; because there were three gifts it is usually assumed that there were three of them a magician or sorcerer of ancient times a member of the Zoroastrian priesthood of the ancient Persians
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resembling or having the qualities of soap unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech
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ludicrous, foolish informal or slang terms for mentally irregular
an intelligence agency of the United States in the Department of Defense; is responsible for providing intelligence in support of military planning and operations and weapons acquisition
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a quarrel about petty points argue over petty things
(law) the unlawful act of capturing and carrying away a person against their will and holding them in false imprisonment take away to an undisclosed location against their will and usually in order to extract a ransom
the quality of lacking taste and refinement
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Scottish chemist noted for his research into the structure of nucleic acids (born in 1907) fictional character in a play by George Pitt; a barber who murdered his customers
a discrete amount of something that is analogous to the quantities in quantum theory (physics) the smallest discrete quantity of some physical property that a system can possess (according to quantum theory)
a North American river; rises in southwestern Canada and flows southward across Washington to form the border between Washington and Oregon before emptying into the Pacific; known for its salmon runs in the spring a town in west central Tennessee capital and largest city in South Carolina; located in central South Carolina a university town in central Missouri a university in New York City
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a message whose content is at variance with reason a ludicrous folly
something that happens at a given place and time a special set of circumstances a phenomenon located at a single point in space-time; the fundamental observational entity in relativity theory a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
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a special offering (usually temporary and at a reduced price) that is featured in advertising a dish or meal given prominence in e.g. a restaurant a television production that features a particular person or work or topic
not capable of being improved on
a reeling sensation; a feeling that you are about to fall
find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of find the solution settle, as of a debt explained or answered; problems resolved and unresolved"
not in accordance with or determined by nature; contrary to nature not normal; not typical or usual or regular or conforming to a norm speaking or behaving in an artificial way to make an impression
United States parliamentary authority and author (in 1876) of Robert's Rules of Order (1837-1923)
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the middle area of the human torso (usually in front)
United States politician who proposed that individual territories be allowed to decide whether they would have slavery; he engaged in a famous series of debates with Abraham Lincoln (1813-1861)
something (as property) held by one party (the trustee) for the benefit of another (the beneficiary) certainty based on past experience the trait of believing in the honesty and reliability of others a consortium of independent organizations formed to limit competition by controlling the production and distribution of a product or service complete confidence in a person or plan etc a trustful relationship have confidence or faith in allow without fear be confident about something expect and wish confer a trust upon extend credit to; I won't pay her debts anymore"
consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous be equivalent or parallel, in mathematics make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching
lengthen or extend in duration or space undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) provide with nourishment supply with necessities and support be the physical support of; carry the weight of admit as valid establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts
the act of changing into a different form or appearance (especially a fantastic or grotesque one)
the cardinal number that is the sum of six and one being one more than six
take away a part from; diminish
an important question that is in dispute and must be settled one of a series published periodically some situation or event that is thought about the act of providing an item for general use or for official purposes (usually in quantity) supplies (as food or clothing or ammunition) issued by the government the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon the immediate descendants of a person the becoming visible an opening that permits escape or release the act of issuing printed materials prepare and issue for public distribution or sale circulate or distribute or equip with bring out an official document (such as a warrant) come out of make out and issue
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ostentatiously lofty in style abnormally distended especially by fluids or gas
a basketball shot in which the basketball is propelled downward into the basket immerse briefly into a liquid so as to wet, coat, or saturate make a dunk shot, in basketball dip into a liquid while eating
a humorous play on words make a play on words
grow bald; lose hair on one's head with no effort to conceal lacking hair on all or most of the scalp without the natural or usual covering
earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages acquire or deserve by one's efforts or actions
unable to move or resist motion having only a limited ability to react chemically; chemically inactive slow and apathetic
an utterance expressing pain or disapproval indicate pain, discomfort, or displeasure
promote over another consider as the favorite treat gently or carefully bestow a privilege upon preferred above all others and treated with partiality
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small compact smooth-coated breed of Asiatic origin having a tightly curled tail and broad flat wrinkled muzzle
slow and laborious because of weight having great mass and weight and unwieldiness labored and dull
not sympathetic or disposed toward (of characters in literature or drama) tending to evoke antipathetic feelings not having an open mind lacking in sympathy and kindness not agreeing with your tastes or expectations
someone who fights bulls
a rational motive for a belief or action an explanation of the cause of some phenomenon the capacity for rational thought or inference or discrimination the state of having good sense and sound judgment a justification for something existing or happening a fact that logically justifies some premise or conclusion decide by reasoning; draw or come to a conclusion present reasons and arguments think logically
installation from which a military force initiates operations lowest support of a structure a place that the runner must touch before scoring the bottom or lowest part (anatomy) the part of an organ nearest its point of attachment a lower limit the fundamental assumptions from which something is begun or developed or calculated or explained a support or foundation a phosphoric ester of a nucleoside; the basic structural unit of nucleic acids (DNA or RNA) any of various water-soluble compounds capable of turning litmus blue and reacting with an acid to form a salt and water the bottom side of a geometric figure from which the altitude can be constructed the most important or necessary part of something (numeration system) the positive integer that is equivalent to one in the next higher counting place the place where you are stationed and from which missions start and end a terrorist network intensely opposed to the United States that dispenses money and logistical support and training to a wide variety of radical Islamic terrorist groups; has cells in more than 50 countries (linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed the stock of basic facilities and capital equipment needed for the functioning of a country or area the principal ingredient of a mixture a flat bottom on which something is intended to sit (electronics) the part of a transistor that separates the emitter from the collector use as a basis for; found on situate as a center of operations use (purified cocaine) by burning it and inhaling the fumes serving as or forming a base of low birth or station (`base' is archaic in this sense) (used of metals) consisting of or alloyed with inferior metal not adhering to ethical or moral principles having or showing an ignoble lack of honor or morality illegitimate debased; not genuine
fraught with extreme danger; nearly hopeless causing fear or dread or terror
someone who is unsuccessful an explosion that fails to occur an event that fails badly or is totally ineffectual failing to detonate; especially not charged with an active explosive
inquire about make a request or demand for something to somebody direct or put; seek an answer to consider obligatory; request and expect address a question to and expect an answer from require as useful, just, or proper require or ask for as a price or condition
the residue that remains when something is burned any of various deciduous pinnate-leaved ornamental or timber trees of the genus Fraxinus strong elastic wood of any of various ash trees; used for furniture and tool handles and sporting goods such as baseball bats convert into ashes
a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence a hypothesis that has been formed by speculating or conjecturing (usually with little hard evidence) an investment that is very risky but could yield great profits continuous and profound contemplation or musing on a subject or series of subjects of a deep or abstruse nature
a verse form suited to the treatment of heroic or elevated themes; dactylic hexameter or iambic pentameter very imposing or impressive; surpassing the ordinary (especially in size or scale) relating to or characteristic of heroes of antiquity having or displaying qualities appropriate for heroes of behavior that is impressive and ambitious in scale or scope showing extreme courage; especially of actions courageously undertaken in desperation as a last resort
a radical supporter of political or social revolution markedly new or introducing radical change of or relating to or characteristic or causing an axial or orbital turn relating to or having the nature of a revolution advocating or engaged in revolution
the quality of having great facility and competence skillfulness in the command of fundamentals deriving from practice and familiarity
not solved not brought to a conclusion; subject to further thought characterized by musical dissonance; harmonically unresolved
a motorboat with an open deck or a half deck the act of propelling with force set up or found propel with force launch for the first time; launch on a maiden voyage begin with vigor get going; give impetus to smoothen the surface of
causing fear or dread or terror exceptionally bad or displeasing intensely or extremely bad or unpleasant in degree or quality extreme in degree or extent or amount or impact
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a native or inhabitant of the United States the English language as used in the United States a native or inhabitant of a North American or Central American or South American country of or relating to the United States of America or its people or language or culture of or relating to or characteristic of the continents and islands of the Americas
regard something as probable or likely consider obligatory; request and expect look forward to the probable occurrence of consider reasonable or due look forward to the birth of a child be pregnant with
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in a disquieting manner
any of numerous composite plants having flower heads with well-developed ray flowers usually arranged in a single whorl
the rhythmic contraction and expansion of the arteries with each beat of the heart a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat) an animating or vital unifying force
a rosy color (especially in the cheeks) taken as a sign of good health sudden reddening of the face (as from embarrassment or guilt or shame or modesty) turn red, as if in embarrassment or shame become rosy or reddish
give an assignment to (a person) to a post, or assign a task to (a person) give out attribute or credit to select something or someone for a specific purpose attribute or give make undue claims to having transfer one's right to decide as to where something belongs in a scheme
the members of a business venture created by contract a cooperative relationship between people or groups who agree to share responsibility for achieving some specific goal a contract between two or more persons who agree to pool talent and money and share profits or losses
full of or showing high-spirited merriment offering fun and gaiety quick and energetic
capital of the state of Washington; located in western Washington on Puget Sound a plain in Greece in the northwestern Peloponnese; the chief sanctuary of Zeus and the site of the original Olympian Games
unskillfulness resulting from a lack of training the carriage of someone whose movements and posture are ungainly or inelegant the inelegance of someone stiff and unrelaxed (as by embarrassment)
be envious, desirous, eager for, or extremely happy about something let saliva drivel from the mouth
one who accepts an offer one who takes a bet or wager
an ambitious and aspiring young person
of or relating to mechanical robots resembling the unthinking functioning of a machine
the sound of knocking (as on a door or in an engine or bearing) deliver a sharp blow or push :"He knocked the glass clear across the room" rap with the knuckles knock against with force or violence make light, repeated taps on a surface sound like a car engine that is firing too early find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws
manifest or bring back reflect deeply on a subject to throw or bend back (from a surface) be bright by reflecting or casting light show an image of give evidence of a certain behavior give evidence of the quality of (especially of incident sound or light) bent or sent back
providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (`comfy' is informal)
a state of being or existence above and beyond the limits of material experience the state of excelling or surpassing or going beyond usual limits
a person who is older than you are any of numerous shrubs or small trees of temperate and subtropical northern hemisphere having white flowers and berrylike fruit any of various church officers used of the older of two persons of the same name especially used to distinguish a father from his son
exchange thoughts; talk with express in speech use language reveal information divulge confidential information or secrets deliver a lecture or talk
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jump lightly move quickly from one place to another travel by means of an aircraft, bus, etc. traverse as if by a short airplane trip jump across make a jump forward or upward
requiring or apparently requiring no effort not showing effort or strain
a thin fog with condensation near the ground become covered with mist make less visible or unclear spray finely or cover with mist
a young woman a failure to hit (or meet or find etc) a form of address for an unmarried woman fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind feel or suffer from the lack of fail to attend an event or activity leave undone or leave out fail to reach or get to be without fail to reach be absent fail to experience
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to hold fast or prevent from moving attach or fasten with pins or as if with pins pierce with a pin immobilize a piece
solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times a padded gymnastic apparatus on legs troops trained to fight on horseback a framework for holding wood that is being sawed a chessman shaped to resemble the head of a horse; can move two squares horizontally and one vertically (or vice versa) provide with a horse or horses
a blanket knitted or crocheted in strips or squares; sometimes used as a shawl a native or inhabitant of Afghanistan an Iranian language spoken in Afghanistan and Pakistan; the official language of Afghanistan a coat made of sheepskin tall graceful breed of hound with a long silky coat; native to the Near East of or relating to or characteristic of Afghanistan or its people
in a harmless manner
reproductive organ of angiosperm plants especially one having showy or colorful parts the period of greatest prosperity or productivity produce or yield flowers develop or come to a promising stage
interlace by or as if by weaving linked or locked closely together as by dovetailing
an idea or conclusion having general application the quality of being general or widespread or having general applicability
moved or conveyed by or through air
travel on water propelled by wind or by other means act as the navigator in a car, plane, or vessel and plan, direct, plot the path and position of the conveyance direct carefully and safely
founder of Christian Science in 1866 (1821-1910) a miniature whirlpool or whirlwind resulting when the current of a fluid doubles back on itself flow in a circular current, of liquids
extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers
the distinct personality of an individual regarded as a persisting entity the individual characteristics by which a thing or person is recognized or known an operator that leaves unchanged the element on which it operates exact sameness
the area over which a bailiff has jurisdiction a branch of knowledge
a track or mark left by something that has passed a path or track roughly blazed through wild or hilly country evidence pointing to a possible solution to lag or linger behind go after with the intent to catch move, proceed, or walk draggingly or slowly hang down so as to drag along the ground drag loosely along a surface; allow to sweep the ground
ten 10s being ten more than ninety
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someone who is small and insignificant the occurrence of a sudden discharge (as of liquid) cause to come out in a squirt wet with a spurt of liquid
expose to too much light expose excessively
the exchange of goods for an agreed sum of money exchange or deliver for money or its equivalent be sold at a certain price or in a certain way persuade somebody to accept something do business; offer for sale as for one's livelihood give up for a price or reward be approved of or gain acceptance be responsible for the sale of deliver to an enemy by treachery
go across or through move past make laws, bills, etc. or bring into effect by legislation pass by place into the hands or custody of stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point travel past come to pass go unchallenged; be approved pass time in a specific way pass over, across, or through transmit information disappear gradually go successfully through a test or a selection process be superior or better than some standard accept or judge as acceptable allow to go without comment or censure transfer to another; of rights or property pass into a specified state or condition throw (a ball) to another player be inherited by cause to pass grant authorization or clearance for pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life eliminate from the body
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place in a confining or embarrassing position catch in or as if in a trap hold or catch as if in a trap to hold fast or prevent from moving forced to turn and face attackers
an almost pleasurable sensation of fright
the part of the alimentary canal between the stomach and the anus
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a creation spoken or written or composed extemporaneously (without prior preparation) an unplanned expedient a performance given extempore without planning or preparation
awaken once again
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a river in Palestine that empties into the Dead Sea; John the Baptist baptized Jesus in the Jordan an Arab kingdom in southwestern Asia on the Red Sea
the feeling of being bored by something tedious
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay) someone who originates or causes or initiates something be the author of
cause to be surprised come upon or take unawares attack by storm; attack suddenly causing surprise or wonder or amazement
a written communication in a second language having the same meaning as the written communication in a first language a uniform movement without rotation the act of changing in form or shape or appearance (mathematics) a transformation in which the origin of the coordinate system is moved to another position but the direction of each axis remains the same (genetics) the process whereby genetic information coded in messenger RNA directs the formation of a specific protein at a ribosome in the cytoplasm rewording something in less technical terminology the act of uniform movement
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a marketplace where groceries are sold (usually plural) consumer goods sold by a grocer
pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become become larger, greater, or bigger; expand or gain increase in size by natural process cause to grow or develop develop and reach maturity; undergo maturation come into existence; take on form or shape cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) grow emotionally or mature become attached by or as if by the process of growth
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an entertainer who performs a dramatic or musical work for an audience
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not relating to or responsive to individual persons having no personal preference
United States writer of western adventure novels (1875-1939) Queen of England for nine days in 1553; she was quickly replaced by Mary Tudor and beheaded for treason (1537-1554) Englishman who as Prime Minister implemented social reforms including the abolition of slavery throughout the British Empire (1764-1845) any organization or party whose uniforms or badges are grey a neutral achromatic color midway between white and black clothing that is a grey color horse of a light gray or whitish color make grey turn grey of an achromatic color of any lightness intermediate between the extremes of white and black showing characteristics of age, especially having grey or white hair used to signify the Confederate forces in the American Civil War (who wore grey uniforms) intermediate in character or position
not evidencing any purpose or goal serving no useful purpose; having no excuse for being
an inhabitant of Scandinavia the northern family of Germanic languages that are spoken in Scandinavia and Iceland of or relating to Scandinavia or its peoples or cultures
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a woman who has recently been married Irish abbess; a patron saint of Ireland (453-523) a woman participant in her own marriage ceremony
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the capital and principal port of Tunisia
suggesting the operation of supernatural influences surpassing the ordinary or normal
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of or relating to procedure relating to court practice and procedure as opposed to the principles of law
the cognitive process of reaching a decision reach, make, or come to a decision about something bring to an end; settle conclusively cause to decide influence or determine having the power or quality of deciding
wither, as with a loss of moisture lose freshness, vigor, or vitality lean and wrinkled by shrinkage as from age or illness (used especially of vegetation) having lost all moisture
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a printed note placed below the text on a printed page add explanatory notes to or supply with critical comments
with great urgency
side by side
full of juice having strong sexual appeal lucrative suggestive of sexual impropriety
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look at with sentimentality or turn into an object of sentiment make (someone or something) sentimental or imbue with sentimental qualities act in a sentimental way or indulge in sentimental thoughts or expression
fairly large having a firm basis in reality and being therefore important, meaningful, or considerable having substance or capable of being treated as fact; not imaginary providing abundant nourishment of good quality and condition; solidly built
a string of words satisfying the grammatical rules of a language (criminal law) a final judgment of guilty in a criminal case and the punishment that is imposed the period of time a prisoner is imprisoned pronounce a sentence on (somebody) in a court of law
a tense of verbs used in describing action that is on-going not perfect; defective or inadequate wanting in moral strength, courage, or will; having the attributes of man as opposed to e.g. divine beings
the strength of a solution; number of molecules of a substance in a given volume the spatial property of being crowded together strengthening the concentration (as of a solute in a mixture) by removing diluting material increase in density complete attention; intense mental effort bringing together military forces great and constant diligence and attention
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marked by the appetites and passions of the body sexually exciting or gratifying
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a statement that deviates from or perverts the truth Norwegian diplomat who was the first Secretary General of the United Nations (1896-1968) position or manner in which something is situated be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position be lying, be prostrate; be in a horizontal position originate (in) be and remain in a particular state or condition tell an untruth; pretend with intent to deceive have a place in relation to something else assume a reclining position
aimlessly drifting afloat on the surface of a body of water floating freely; not anchored off course, wandering aimlessly
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the Tibeto-Burman language spoken in the Dali region of Yunnan
United States sculptor and architect whose public works include the memorial to veterans of the Vietnam War in Washington (born in 1959)
a reddish brown dye used especially on hair apply henna to one's hair
one of the four countries that make up the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland; located on the northern part of the island of Great Britain; famous for bagpipes and plaids and kilts
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an outward semblance that misrepresents the true nature of something fabric dyed with splotches of green and brown and black and tan; intended to make the wearer of a garment made of this fabric hard to distinguish from the background device or stratagem for concealment or deceit the act of concealing the identity of something by modifying its appearance disguise by camouflaging; exploit the natural surroundings to disguise something
a reference point to shoot at a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence the location of the target that is to be hit sports equipment consisting of an object set up for a marksman or archer to aim at the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable) intend (something) to move towards a certain goal
the humanistic study of a body of literature make lighter or brighter begin to smoke to come to rest, settle cause to start burning; subject to fire or great heat fall to somebody by assignment or lot alight from (a horse) provided with artificial light set afire or burning
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a social class comprising those who do manual labor or work for wages concluding state of pregnancy; from the onset of contractions to the birth of a child a political party formed in Great Britain in 1900; characterized by the promotion of labor's interests and formerly the socialization of key industries productive work (especially physical work done for wages) work hard strive and make an effort to reach a goal undergo the efforts of childbirth
either of two fleshy folds of tissue that surround the mouth and play a role in speaking (botany) either of the two parts of a bilabiate corolla or calyx an impudent or insolent rejoinder the top edge of a vessel or other container either the outer margin or the inner margin of the aperture of a gastropod's shell
having no beneficial use or incapable of functioning usefully
the act of going to see some person or place or thing for a short time a meeting arranged by the visitor to see someone (such as a doctor or lawyer) for treatment or advice the act of visiting in an official capacity (as for an inspection) the act of going to see some person in a professional capacity a temporary stay (e.g., as a guest) go to see a place, as for entertainment go to certain places as for sightseeing pay a brief visit come to see in an official or professional capacity impose something unpleasant talk socially without exchanging too much information stay with as a guest assail
a setting in which something can be displayed to best effect a glass container used to store and display items in a shop or museum or home
make worse exasperate or irritate making worse
a small constellation in the southern hemisphere near Lupus and Ara in the Milky Way
something left after other parts have been taken away (often plural) a payment that is made to a performer or writer or director of a television show or commercial that is paid for every repeat showing
a team of professional baseball players who play and travel together a formal association of people with similar interests stout stick that is larger at one end a building that is occupied by a social club golf equipment used by a golfer to hit a golf ball a playing card in the minor suit that has one or more black trefoils on it a spot that is open late at night and that provides entertainment (as singers or dancers) as well as dancing and food and drink unite with a common purpose gather and spend time together strike with a club or a bludgeon gather into a club-like mass
go or live through have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations go through (mental or physical states or experiences) undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind undergo having experience; having knowledge or skill from observation or participation
many times at short intervals
pose a threat to; present a danger to to utter intentions of injury or punishment against:"He threatened me when I tried to call the police" to be a menacing indication of something:"The clouds threaten rain" threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments darkened by clouds
in an adorable manner
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related to or concerned with alchemy
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the date on which an event occurred in some previous year (or the celebration of it)
engage or hire for work hold under a lease or rental agreement; of goods and services engage for service under a term of contract having services engaged for a fee hired for the exclusive temporary use of a group of travelers
the accumulation of knowledge or skill that results from direct participation in events or activities the content of direct observation or participation in an event an event as apprehended go or live through have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations go through (mental or physical states or experiences) undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind undergo
transmit or serve as the medium for transmission direct the flow of send from one person or place to another
the 17th letter of the Greek alphabet
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characterized by or characteristic of hallucination
the 1st letter of the Greek alphabet the beginning of a series or sequence first in order of importance early testing stage of a software or hardware product
a brutal barbarous savage act
give erotic character to or make more interesting
a monarchy on a Polynesian archipelago in the South Pacific; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1970 the language of the Tongan people of south central Africa (Zambia and Rhodesia)
the remaining parts of something that has been wrecked
cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly overwhelm or overpower
having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships not making concessions substantially made or constructed
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a dramatic or musical entertainment the act of presenting a play or a piece of music or other entertainment the act of performing; of doing something successfully; using knowledge as distinguished from merely possessing it any recognized accomplishment process or manner of functioning or operating
the state of being free of suspicion a clear or unobstructed space or expanse of land or water rid of obstructions make a way or path by removing objects become clear grant authorization or clearance for remove go unchallenged; be approved be debited and credited to the proper bank accounts go away or disappear pass by, over, or under without making contact make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear free from payment of customs duties, as of a shipment clear from impurities, blemishes, pollution, etc. yield as a net profit make as a net profit earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages sell pass an inspection or receive authorization pronounce not guilty of criminal charges settle, as of a debt make clear, bright, light, or translucent rid of instructions or data remove (people) from a building remove the occupants of free (the throat) by making a rasping sound readily apparent to the mind free from confusion or doubt affording free passage or view allowing light to pass through free from contact or proximity or connection characterized by freedom from troubling thoughts (especially guilt) (of sound or color) free from anything that dulls or dims (especially of a title) free from any encumbrance or limitation that presents a question of fact or law clear and distinct to the senses; easily perceptible accurately stated or described free from clouds or mist or haze free of restrictions or qualifications free from flaw or blemish or impurity clear of charges or deductions easily deciphered freed from any question of guilt characterized by ease and quickness in perceiving completely in an easily perceptible manner
the quality of being widely admired or accepted or sought after
utter in an angry, sharp, or abrupt tone separate or cause to separate abruptly break suddenly and abruptly, as under tension move or strike with a noise close with a snapping motion make a sharp sound move with a snapping sound to grasp hastily or eagerly put in play with a snap cause to make a snapping sound lose control of one's emotions bring the jaws together record on photographic film
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showing tact or tactfulness; in a tactful manner
an indirect suggestion a slight indication a slight but appreciable amount a just detectable amount an indication of potential opportunity drop a hint; intimate by a hint
accumulated wealth in the form of money or jewels etc. art highly prized for its beauty or perfection any possession that is highly valued by its owner a collection of precious things hold dear be fond of; be attached to
in an intelligent manner
a weightlift in which the barbell is lifted to shoulder height and then jerked overhead make clean by removing dirt, filth, or unwanted substances from remove unwanted substances from, such as feathers or pits clean and tidy up the house clean one's body or parts thereof, as by washing be cleanable deprive wholly of money in a gambling game, robbery, etc. remove all contents or possession from, or empty completely remove while making clean remove unwanted substances from remove shells or husks from free from dirt or impurities; or having clean habits free of restrictions or qualifications (of sound or color) free from anything that dulls or dims free from impurities (of a record) having no marks of discredit or offense ritually clean or pure not spreading pollution or contamination; especially radioactive contamination (of behavior or especially language) free from objectionable elements; fit for all observers free from sepsis or infection morally pure (of a manuscript) having few alterations or corrections (of a surface) not written or printed on exhibiting or calling for sportsmanship or fair play without difficulties or problems thorough and without qualification not carrying concealed weapons free from clumsiness; precisely or deftly executed free of drugs completely; used as intensifiers in conformity with the rules or laws and without fraud or cheating
the act of changing something to bring it up to date (usually by adding something) modernize or bring up to date bring up to date; supply with recent information bring to the latest state of technology
distance travelled per unit time
the most recent news or development up to the immediate present; most recent or most up-to-date in the current fashion or style being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time after the expected or usual time; delayed of the immediate past or just previous to the present time having died recently of a later stage in the development of a language or literature; used especially of dead languages at or toward an end or late period or stage of development (used especially of persons) of the immediate past
an occurrence of thorough mixing a new word formed by joining two others and combining their meanings the act of blending components together thoroughly combine into one blend or harmonize mix together different elements
a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune
a foolish or nervous laugh laugh nervously
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lacking spirit or liveliness
be a signal for or a symptom of express the need or desire for; ask for
being one more than nine
in an impenitent manner
given to or marked by the consumption of alcohol
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flesh of any of various American and European flatfish any of various European and non-European marine flatfish walk with great difficulty behave awkwardly; have difficulties
publicize in an exaggerated and often misleading manner
in an impressive manner
someone who walks with long stiff strides someone who stalks game someone who prowls or sneaks about; usually with unlawful intentions
a mercantile establishment for the retail sale of goods or services a supply of something available for future use an electronic memory device a depository for goods keep or lay aside for future use find a place for and put away for storage
an extremely hot day a very hard hit ball
make children
speak in an unfriendly tone cover with bark remove the bark of a tree make barking sounds tan (a skin) with bark tannins
(American football) a successful forward pass in football a concluding action
a flow of electricity through a conductor a steady flow of a fluid (usually from natural causes) dominant course (suggestive of running water) of successive events or ideas occurring in or belonging to the present time
a dialect of Middle English that developed into Scottish Lallans in or characteristic of a region of the United States north of (approximately) the Mason-Dixon line situated in or oriented toward the north coming from the north; used especially of wind situated in or coming from regions of the north
a person who speaks two languages fluently using or knowing two languages
the quality of being just or fair judgment involved in the determination of rights and the assignment of rewards and punishments a public official authorized to decide questions brought before a court of justice the United States federal department responsible for enforcing federal laws (including the enforcement of all civil rights legislation); created in 1870
a motorboat resembling a motor scooter child's two-wheeled vehicle operated by foot a wheeled vehicle with small wheels and a low-powered gasoline engine geared to the rear wheel a sailing vessel with runners and a cross-shaped frame; suitable for traveling over ice large black diving duck of northern parts of the northern hemisphere
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a psychological disorder characterized by delusions of persecution or grandeur
a formation of aircraft in flight an instance of traveling by air a stairway (set of steps) between one floor or landing and the next the act of escaping physically an air force unit smaller than a squadron passing above and beyond ordinary bounds the path followed by an object moving through space a flock of flying birds a scheduled trip by plane between designated airports shoot a bird in flight fly in a flock decorate with feathers
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lofty in style puffed up with vanity
consider in a comprehensive way look over carefully or inspect keep under surveillance hold a review (of troops) make a survey of; for statistical purposes plot a map of (land)
pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing (used ironically) unexpectedly bad to a moderately sufficient extent or degree
the father of your father or mother
become hard or harder make hard or harder harden by reheating and cooling in oil make fit cause to accept or become hardened to; habituate used of persons; emotionally hardened made hard or flexible or resilient especially by heat treatment protected against attack (especially by nuclear weapons) made tough by habitual exposure converted to solid form (as concrete)
ellipse in which the two axes are of equal length; a plane curve generated by one point moving at a constant distance from a fixed point an unofficial association of people or groups something approximating the shape of a circle movement once around a course a road junction at which traffic streams circularly around a central island street names for flunitrazepan a curved section or tier of seats in a hall or theater or opera house; usually the first tier above the orchestra any circular or rotating mechanism travel around something move in circles form a circle around
gather, as of natural products get or derive
cruel or inhumane treatment a rude expression intended to offend or hurt improper or excessive use treat badly change the inherent purpose or function of something use foul or abusive language towards use wrongly or improperly or excessively
(music) the fifth note of the diatonic scale an allele that produces the same phenotype whether its paired allele is identical or different exercising influence or control (of genes) producing the same phenotype whether its allele is identical or dissimilar most frequent or common
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all the time; seemingly without stopping
a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom a competitor who holds a preeminent position a very wealthy or powerful businessman preeminence in a particular category or group or field United States woman tennis player (born in 1943) United States guitar player and singer of the blues (born in 1925) United States charismatic civil rights leader and Baptist minister who campaigned against the segregation of Blacks (1929-1968) a checker that has been moved to the opponent's first row where it is promoted to a piece that is free to move either forward or backward one of the four playing cards in a deck bearing the picture of a king (chess) the weakest but the most important piece
intended or having the power to induce action or belief
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a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms a figure that branches from a single root English actor and theatrical producer noted for his lavish productions of Shakespeare (1853-1917) force a person or an animal into a position from which he cannot escape plant with trees chase an animal up a tree stretch (a shoe) on a shoetree
a proud stiff pompous gait brace consisting of a bar or rod used to resist longitudinal compression to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others
widely known and esteemed
an intuitive awareness;  the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people a property perceived by touch manual stimulation of the genital area for sexual pleasure undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles be conscious of a physical, mental, or emotional state have a feeling or perception about oneself in reaction to someone's behavior or attitude undergo passive experience of:"We felt the effects of inflation" be felt or perceived in a certain way grope or feel in search of something examine by touch examine (a body part) by palpation find by testing or cautious exploration produce a certain impression pass one's hands over the sexual organs of
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compete for something; engage in a contest; measure oneself against others
a painful sore with a hard core filled with pus the temperature at which a liquid boils at sea level come to the boiling point and change from a liquid to vapor immerse or be immersed in a boiling liquid, often for cooking purposes bring to, or maintain at, the boiling point be agitated be in an agitated emotional state
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tiresomely long; seemingly without end
reproduce someone's behavior or looks appear like, as in behavior or appearance make a reproduction or copy of
a vertical flue that provides a path through which smoke from a fire is carried away through the wall or roof of a building a glass flue surrounding the wick of an oil lamp
European herb somewhat resembling celery widely naturalized in Britain coastal regions and often cultivated as a potherb king of Macedon; conqueror of Greece and Egypt and Persia; founder of Alexandria (356-323 BC)
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any light downy material something of little value or significance a blunder (especially an actor's forgetting the lines) make a mess of, destroy or ruin erect or fluff up ruffle (one's hair) by combing the ends towards the scalp, for a full effect
(baseball) the person who plays the position of catcher the position on a baseball team of the player who is stationed behind home plate and who catches the balls that the pitcher throws
thrust or throw into devote (oneself) fully to enclose or envelop completely, as if by swallowing cause to be immersed
endure the loss of kill or destroy sell at a loss make a sacrifice of; in religious rituals
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a transparent piece of diamond that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem very hard native crystalline carbon valued as a gem a parallelogram with four equal sides; an oblique-angled equilateral parallelogram a playing card in the minor suit that has one or more red rhombuses on it the area of a baseball field that is enclosed by 3 bases and home plate the baseball playing field
a cry of sorrow and grief a song or hymn of mourning composed or performed as a memorial to a dead person a mournful poem; a lament for the dead express grief verbally regret strongly
be compatible or in accordance with follow through or carry out a plan without deviation come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation be a devoted follower or supporter be loyal to stick to firmly
action taken in return for an injury or offense
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the act of losing or surrendering something as a penalty for a mistake or fault or failure to perform etc. personnel that are sacrificed (e.g., surrendered or lost in order to gain an objective) a loss entailed by giving up or selling something at less than its value the act of killing (an animal or person) in order to propitiate a deity (baseball) an out that advances the base runners endure the loss of kill or destroy sell at a loss make a sacrifice of; in religious rituals
steal in a store
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blatant or sensational promotion publicize in an exaggerated and often misleading manner
the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system the 24th letter of the Roman alphabet street names for methylenedioxymethamphetamine being one more than nine
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expect, believe, or suppose put forward, of a guess, in spite of possible refutation judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time) guess correctly; solve by guessing
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in a slavish manner
a social club for male undergraduates people engaged in a particular occupation
the cardinal number that is the sum of sixteen and one being one more than sixteen
propel through the air move violently, energetically, or carelessly get rid of place or put with great energy convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation put or send forth to put into a state or activity hastily, suddenly, or carelessly cause to be confused emotionally utter with force; utter vehemently organize or be responsible for make on a potter's wheel cause to fall off throw (a die) out onto a flat surface be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly
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the sharp sound of snapping noises glazed china with a network of fine cracks on the surface make a crackling sound make a crushing noise to become, or to cause to become, covered with a network of small cracks having the surface decorated with a network of fine cracks, as in crackleware
(Sanskrit) an ancient medical treatise summarizing the Hindu art of healing and prolonging life; sometimes regarded as a 5th Veda
apparently reasonable and valid, and truthful given to or characterized by presenting specious arguments
a particular society at a particular time and place the tastes in art and manners that are favored by a social group all the knowledge and values shared by a society (biology) the growing of microorganisms in a nutrient medium (such as gelatin or agar) a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality the attitudes and behavior that are characteristic of a particular social group or organization the raising of plants or animals grow in a special preparation
any of several psychotic disorders characterized by distortions of reality and disturbances of thought and language and withdrawal from social contact
a statement that represents something in words the act of describing something sort or variety
the temporal end; the concluding time the last section of a communication the concluding part of any performance move so that an opening or passage is obstructed; make shut become closed cease to operate or cause to cease operating finish or terminate (meetings, speeches, etc.) come to a close complete a business deal, negotiation, or an agreement be priced or listed when trading stops engage at close quarters cause a window or an application to disappear on a computer desktop change one's body stance so that the forward shoulder and foot are closer to the intended point of impact come together, as if in an embrace draw near bring together all the elements or parts of bar access to fill or stop up unite or bring into contact or bring together the edges of finish a game in baseball by protecting a lead at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other close in relevance or relationship not far distant in time or space or degree or circumstances rigorously attentive; strict and thorough marked by fidelity to an original (of a contest or contestants) evenly matched crowded lacking fresh air of textiles strictly confined or guarded confined to specific persons fitting closely but comfortably used of hair or haircuts giving or spending with reluctance inclined to secrecy or reticence about divulging information near in time or place or relationship in an attentive manner
the housing or outer covering of something the outermost covering of a pneumatic tire the enclosing frame around a door or window opening look over, usually with the intention to rob enclose in, or as if in, a case
a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain a feeling of freedom from worry or disappointment the act of consoling; giving relief in affliction a freedom from financial difficulty that promotes a comfortable state satisfaction or physical well-being provided by a person or thing bedding made of two layers of cloth filled with stuffing and stitched together assistance, such as that provided to an enemy or to a known criminal give moral or emotional strength to lessen pain or discomfort; alleviate
public transport consisting of a bus or train that stops at all stations or stops anesthetic that numbs a particular area of the body
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exceedingly bad grossly offensive to decency or morality; causing horror
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a visual representation (of an object or scene or person or abstraction) produced on a surface graphic art consisting of an artistic composition made by applying paints to a surface a clear and telling mental image a situation treated as an observable object illustrations used to decorate or explain a text a form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement the visible part of a television transmission a graphic or vivid verbal description a typical example of some state or quality a representation of a person or scene in the form of a print or transparent slide; recorded by a camera on light-sensitive material imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind show in, or as in, a picture
a joke that seems extremely funny impress greatly
participation in theatrical productions as an extracurricular activity the art of writing and producing plays
personal knowledge or information about someone or something usualness by virtue of being familiar or well known close or warm friendship a casual manner an act of undue intimacy
seek someone's favor make amorous advances towards
the basic unit of money in South Korea the basic unit of money in North Korea be the winner in a contest or competition; be victorious win something through one's efforts obtain advantages, such as points, etc. attain success or reach a desired goal not subject to defeat
aggressively self-assured
misery resulting from affliction intense mournfulness
with considerable certainty; without much doubt easy to believe on the basis of available evidence
the trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger a warning against certain acts judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger the trait of being circumspect and prudent warn strongly; put on guard
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the prevailing context that influences the performance or the outcome of a process the set of circumstances that affect someone's welfare the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation a state at a particular time an assumption on which rests the validity or effect of something else a mode of being or form of existence of a person or thing information that should be kept in mind when making a decision the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape') an illness, disease, or other medical problem (usually plural) a statement of what is required as part of an agreement the procedure that is varied in order to estimate a variable's effect by comparison with a control condition establish a conditioned response develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement put into a better state apply conditioner to in order to make smooth and shiny
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a state of inactivity (in business or art etc) inactivity of liquids; being stagnant; standing still; without current or circulation
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that part of the mind wherein psychic activity takes place of which the person is unaware not conscious; lacking awareness and the capacity for sensory perception as if asleep or dead without conscious volition (followed by `of') not knowing or perceiving
fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind feel or suffer from the lack of fail to attend an event or activity leave undone or leave out fail to reach or get to be without fail to reach be absent fail to experience not able to be found nonexistent
make a victim of punish unjustly deprive of by deceit of persons; taken advantage of
having the power to propel tending to or capable of propelling
not capable of being stopped
a pesticide in suspension or solution; intended for spraying a quantity of small objects flying through the air flower arrangement consisting of a single branch or shoot bearing flowers and foliage a dispenser that turns a liquid (such as perfume) into a fine mist water in small drops in the atmosphere; blown from waves or thrown up by a waterfall a jet of vapor be discharged in sprays of liquid scatter in a mass or jet of droplets cover by spraying with a liquid
out of fashion
affected with or marked by frenzy or mania uncontrolled by reason excessively agitated; distraught with fear or other violent emotion
a kind of literary or artistic work a style of expressing yourself in writing an expressive style of music a class of art (or artistic endeavor) having a characteristic form or technique
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urinate, of cattle and horses lacking freshness, palatability, or showing deterioration from age lacking originality or spontaneity; no longer new
quickly and without warning
(used with count nouns) two considered together; the two
someone who assists in a plot someone who collaborates with an enemy occupying force an associate in an activity or endeavor or sphere of common interest
having or expressing strong emotions
showing absence of intellectual inquisitiveness or natural curiosity
something that should remain hidden from others (especially information that is not to be passed on) information known only to a special group something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained
(especially of human beings) at the age immediately before puberty; often marked by accelerated growth
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very thin especially from disease or hunger or cold
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someone who serves as an intermediary between the living and the dead responsive to physical stimuli being susceptible to the attitudes, feelings, or circumstances of others able to feel or perceive hurting of or pertaining to classified information or matters affecting national security
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dismiss from the mind; stop remembering be unable to remember forget to do something leave behind unintentionally not noticed inadvertently
informed about the latest trends
botfly larva; typically develops inside the body of a horse or sheep or human
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relating to or based on experiment relying on observation or experiment of the nature of or undergoing an experiment
a dominating woman (especially one who plays that role in a sadomasochistic sexual relationship)
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a mobile mass of muscular tissue covered with mucous membrane and located in the oral cavity a human written or spoken language used by a community; opposed to e.g. a computer language any long thin projection that is transient a manner of speaking a narrow strip of land that juts out into the sea the tongue of certain animals used as meat the flap of material under the laces of a shoe or boot metal striker that hangs inside a bell and makes a sound by hitting the side articulate by tonguing, as when playing wind instruments lick or explore with the tongue
prefer or wish to do something find enjoyable or agreeable be fond of feel about or towards; consider, evaluate, or regard want to have found pleasant or attractive; often used as a combining form
to go or travel towards be in charge of travel in front of; go in advance of others be the first or leading member of (a group) and excel direct the course; determine the direction of travelling take its rise be in the front of or on top of form a head or come or grow to a head remove the head of having a heading or course in a certain direction having a heading or caption having a head of a specified kind or anything that serves as a head; often used in combination of leafy vegetables; having formed into a head
a share of the profits (film) an immediate transition from one shot to the next a trench resembling a furrow that was made by erosion or excavation a step on some scale a wound made by cutting a piece of meat that has been cut from an animal carcass a remark capable of wounding mentally a distinct selection of music from a recording or a compact disc the omission that is made when an editorial change shortens a written passage the style in which a garment is cut a canal made by erosion or excavation a refusal to recognize someone you know in baseball; a batter's attempt to hit a pitched ball (sports) a stroke that puts reverse spin on the ball the division of a deck of cards before dealing the act of penetrating or opening open with a sharp edge the act of cutting something into parts the act of shortening something by chopping off the ends the act of reducing the amount or number an unexcused absence from class separate with or as if with an instrument cut down on; make a reduction in turn sharply; change direction abruptly make an incision or separation discharge from a group form by probing, penetrating, or digging style and tailor in a certain fashion hit (a ball) with a spin so that it turns in the opposite direction make out and issue cut and assemble the components of intentionally fail to attend be able to manage or manage successfully give the appearance or impression of move (one's fist) pass directly and often in haste pass through or across make an abrupt change of image or sound stop filming make a recording of record a performance on (a medium) create by duplicating data form or shape by cutting or incising perform or carry out function as a cutting instrument allow incision or separation divide a deck of cards at random into two parts to make selection difficult cause to stop operating by disengaging a switch reap or harvest fell by sawing; hew penetrate injuriously refuse to acknowledge shorten as if by severing the edges or ends of weed out unwanted or unnecessary things dissolve by breaking down the fat of have a reducing effect cease, stop reduce in scope while retaining essential elements lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture have grow through the gums grow through the gums cut off the testicles (of male animals such as horses)
make or shape as with an axe strike with an axe; cut down, strike cut or shaped with hard blows of a heavy cutting instrument like an ax or chisel
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social deportment how something is done or how it happens a way of acting or behaving a kind
one or some or every or all without specification
a body of (usually fresh) water surrounded by land a purplish red pigment prepared from lac or cochineal any of numerous bright translucent organic pigments
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a gait in which steps and hops alternate a mistake resulting from neglect bypass intentionally fail to attend jump lightly leave suddenly bound off one point after another cause to skip over a surface
the act of spotting or staining something the act of detecting something; catching sight of something catch sight of detect with the senses mar or impair with a flaw make a spot or mark onto become spotted mark with a spot or spots so as to allow easy recognition
a similar kind a kind of person prefer or wish to do something find enjoyable or agreeable be fond of feel about or towards; consider, evaluate, or regard want to have
make or shape as with an axe strike with an axe; cut down, strike
a tube in which a body fluid circulates a craft designed for water transportation an object used as a container (especially for liquids)
characterized by unrest or disorder or insubordination (of a liquid) agitated vigorously; in a state of turbulence
cause to suffer
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give a description of to give an account or representation of in words make a mark or lines on a surface identify as in botany or biology, for example represented in words especially with sharpness and detail
impart gradually enter drop by drop produce or try to produce a vivid impression of teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions fill, as with a certain quality
highly flammable substance made from cellulose nitrate and camphor; used in e.g. motion-picture and X-ray film; its use has decreased with the development of nonflammable thermoplastics a medium that disseminates moving pictures artificial as if portrayed in a film
a sudden inward collapse the initial occluded phase of a stop consonant
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a soft indistinct utterance talk indistinctly; usually in a low voice grind with the gums; chew without teeth and with great difficulty
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give a description of to give an account or representation of in words make a mark or lines on a surface identify as in botany or biology, for example
something of little value wish harm upon; invoke evil upon used as expletives expletives used informally as intensifiers extremely
of textures that are rough to the touch or substances consisting of relatively large particles lacking refinement or cultivation or taste of low or inferior quality or value
activity involved in maintaining something in good working order means of maintenance of a family or group court-ordered support paid by one spouse to another after they are separated the act of sustaining life by food or providing a means of subsistence the unauthorized interference in a legal action by a person having no interest in it (as by helping one party with money or otherwise to continue the action) so as to obstruct justice or promote unnecessary litigation or unsettle the peace of the community
get or gather together call for and obtain payment of assemble or get together get or bring together gather or collect brought together in one place in full control of your faculties
a configuration or pattern of elements so unified as a whole that it cannot be described merely as a sum of its parts
a region marked off for administrative or other purposes an area of knowledge or interest the geographical area under the jurisdiction of a sovereign state
an abrupt discourteous manner
a container that has been emptied make void or empty of contents become empty or void of its content leave behind empty; move out of remove excrete or discharge from the body holding or containing nothing devoid of significance or point needing nourishment emptied of emotion
German conductor (1876-1962)
put in barrels put in or stored in a barrel (of an arrow) tapered toward both ends
a candy that usually has a center of fondant or fruit or nuts coated in chocolate
a conversation between two persons the lines spoken by characters in drama or fiction a literary composition in the form of a conversation between two people a discussion intended to produce an agreement
inhabit or live in; be an inhabitant of lead a certain kind of life; live in a certain style continue to live through hardship or adversity support oneself have life, be alive have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations pursue a positive and satisfying existence
in part; in some degree; not wholly
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a large indefinite number a complete collection of similar things a convenient package or parcel (as of cigarettes or film) an association of criminals an exclusive circle of people with a common purpose a group of hunting animals a cream that cleanses and tones the skin a sheet or blanket (either dry or wet) to wrap around the body for its therapeutic effect a bundle (especially one carried on the back) arrange in a container fill to capacity compress into a wad carry, as on one's back set up a committee or legislative body with one's own supporters so as to influence the outcome have with oneself; have on one's person press tightly together or cram hike with a backpack press down tightly seal with packing have the property of being packable or of compacting easily load with a pack treat the body or any part of it by wrapping it, as with blankets or sheets, and applying compresses to it, or stuffing it to provide cover, containment, or therapy, or to absorb blood
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wetness caused by water cause to become wet make one's bed or clothes wet by urinating covered or soaked with a liquid such as water containing moisture or volatile components supporting or permitting the legal production and sale of alcoholic beverages producing or secreting milk consisting of or trading in alcoholic liquor very drunk
the plot of a book or play or film
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Roman general under Julius Caesar in the Gallic wars; repudiated his wife for the Egyptian queen Cleopatra; they were defeated by Octavian at Actium (83-30 BC) United States suffragist (1820-1906)
a characteristic state or mode of living the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities the course of existence of an individual; the actions and events that occur in living the condition of living or the state of being alive the period during which something is functional (as between birth and death) the period between birth and the present time the period from the present until death a living person animation and energy in action or expression living things collectively the organic phenomenon that distinguishes living organisms from nonliving ones an account of the series of events making up a person's life a motive for living a prison term lasting as long as the prisoner lives inhabit or live in; be an inhabitant of lead a certain kind of life; live in a certain style continue to live through hardship or adversity support oneself have life, be alive have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations pursue a positive and satisfying existence
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disorder resulting from a failure to behave predictably a mental state characterized by a lack of clear and orderly thought and behavior a feeling of embarrassment that leaves you confused an act causing a disorderly combination of elements with identities lost and distinctions blended a mistake that results from taking one thing to be another
hold back to a later time yield to another's wish or opinion
an artifact designed to be played with
a long shallow trench in the ground (especially one made by a plow) a slight depression in the smoothness of a surface hollow out in the form of a furrow or groove make wrinkled or creased cut a furrow into a columns
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cause to be interested or curious form intrigues (for) in an underhand manner disturbingly provocative capable of arousing interest or curiosity
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exaggerate one's acting
the feelings expressed on a person's face the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually physical appearance the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect have a certain outward or facial expression search or seek be oriented in a certain direction, often with respect to another reference point; be opposite to take charge of or deal with convey by one's expression look forward to the probable occurrence of accord in appearance with have faith or confidence in
the liquid part that can be extracted from plant or animal tissue by squeezing or cooking energetic vitality electric current any of several liquids of the body
a native or inhabitant of Canada a river rising in northeastern New Mexico and flowing eastward across the Texas panhandle to become a tributary of the Arkansas River in Oklahoma of or relating to Canada or its people
assume or act the character of represent another person with comic intentions pretend to be someone you are not; sometimes with fraudulent intentions
a strong line street names for flunitrazepan catch with a lasso fasten with a rope
the rate of moving (especially walking or running) the distance covered by a step the relative speed of progress or change a step in walking or running the rate of some repeating event a unit of length equal to 3 feet; defined as 91.44 centimeters; originally taken to be the average length of a stride walk with slow or fast paces go at a pace measure (distances) by pacing regulate or set the pace of
a period of indeterminate length (usually short) marked by some action or condition
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speak as if delivering a sermon; express moral judgements
a kind of pain such as that caused by a wound or a burn or a sore be the source of pain showing mental alertness and calculation and resourcefulness elegant and stylish characterized by quickness and ease in learning improperly forward or bold painfully severe quick and brisk capable of independent and apparently intelligent action
an event in which something is displaced without rotation a qualitative change the time period during which you are at work the act of changing one thing or position for another the act of moving from one place to another (geology) a crack in the earth's crust resulting from the displacement of one side with respect to the other a crew of workers who work for a specific period of time the key on the typewriter keyboard that shifts from lower-case letters to upper-case letters a woman's sleeveless undergarment a loose-fitting dress hanging straight from the shoulders without a waist make a shift in or exchange of; then we switched" change place or direction move around move very slightly move from one setting or context to another change in quality move and exchange for another move sideways or in an unsteady way move abruptly use a shift key on a keyboard change phonetically as part of a systematic historical change change gears lay aside, abandon, or leave for another
group of aircraft operating together under the same ownership group of motor vehicles operating together under the same ownership a group of steamships operating together under the same ownership a group of warships organized as a tactical unit move along rapidly and lightly; skim or dart disappear gradually moving very fast
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heighten or intensify give lifelike qualities to make lively give new life or energy to having life or vigor or spirit made to appear to move as living creatures do
English aeronautical engineer (1895-1937) United States aviator and general who was an early advocate of military air power (1879-1936) United States astronomer who studied sunspots and nebulae (1818-1889) United States writer noted for her novel about the South during the American Civil War (1900-1949) United States labor leader; president of the United Mine Workers of America from 1898 to 1908 (1870-1919) United States dancer who formed the first Black classical ballet company (born in 1934)
someone employed to conduct others someone who shows the way by leading or advising something that offers basic information or instruction a model or standard for making comparisons someone who can find paths through unexplored territory a structure or marking that serves to direct the motion or positioning of something direct the course; determine the direction of travelling take somebody somewhere be a guiding or motivating force or drive use as a guide pass over, across, or through
fastener consisting of a metal ring for lining a small hole to permit the attachment of cords or lines anything with a round or oval shape (formed by a curve that is closed and does not intersect itself) (computer science) a single execution of a set of instructions that are to be repeated an inner circle of advisors (especially under President Reagan) the basic pattern of the human fingerprint a computer program that performs a series of instructions repeatedly until some specified condition is satisfied the topology of a network whose components are serially connected in such a way that the last component is connected to the first component an intrauterine device in the shape of a loop a complete electrical circuit around which current flows or a signal circulates a flight maneuver; aircraft flies a complete circle in the vertical plane move in loops make a loop in fly loops, perform a loop wind around something in coils or loops fasten or join with a loop
a large indefinite number a complete collection of similar things a convenient package or parcel (as of cigarettes or film) an association of criminals an exclusive circle of people with a common purpose a group of hunting animals a cream that cleanses and tones the skin a sheet or blanket (either dry or wet) to wrap around the body for its therapeutic effect a bundle (especially one carried on the back) arrange in a container fill to capacity compress into a wad carry, as on one's back set up a committee or legislative body with one's own supporters so as to influence the outcome have with oneself; have on one's person press tightly together or cram hike with a backpack press down tightly seal with packing have the property of being packable or of compacting easily load with a pack treat the body or any part of it by wrapping it, as with blankets or sheets, and applying compresses to it, or stuffing it to provide cover, containment, or therapy, or to absorb blood
not making concessions
a variable quantity that can be resolved into components a straight line segment whose length is magnitude and whose orientation in space is direction any agent (person or animal or microorganism) that carries and transmits a disease (genetics) a virus or other agent that is used to deliver DNA to a cell
entailing great loss or sacrifice having a high price
a feeling of delight at being entertained an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention
look past, fail to notice be oriented in a certain direction leave undone or leave out look down on watch over not taken into account
an open sore on the back of a horse caused by ill-fitting or badly adjusted saddle a skin sore caused by chafing abnormal swelling of plant tissue caused by insects or microorganisms or injury a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will a digestive juice secreted by the liver and stored in the gallbladder; aids in the digestion of fats the trait of being rude and impertinent; inclined to take liberties become or make sore by or as if by rubbing irritate or vex
something that is read interpret something that is written or printed have or contain a certain wording or form look at, interpret, and say out loud something that is written or printed obtain data from magnetic tapes interpret the significance of, as of palms, tea leaves, intestines, the sky; also of human behavior interpret something in a certain way; convey a particular meaning or impression be a student of a certain subject indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments audition for a stage role by reading parts of a role to hear and understand make sense of a language
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poised for action prepare for eating by applying heat make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress (of especially money) immediately available mentally disposed made suitable and available for immediate use apprehending and responding with speed and sensitivity
never dying
difficult to handle or use especially because of size or weight not elegant or graceful in expression
extravagant exaggeration
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for or by a group rather than individuals relating to a small administrative district or community
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United States clarinetist and leader of a swing band (1910-2004) United States humorist who wrote about rural life (1818-1885) United States physician and suffragist (1847-1919) British playwright (born in Ireland); founder of the Fabian Society (1856-1950)
at the present or from now on; usually used with a negative
any monetary aid the act of providing a subsidy (law) a transfer of property by deed of conveyance Scottish painter; cousin of Lytton Strachey and member of the Bloomsbury Group (1885-1978) United States actor (born in England) who was the elegant leading man in many films (1904-1986) 18th President of the United States; commander of the Union armies in the American Civil War (1822-1885) a contract granting the right to operate a subsidiary business a right or privilege that has been granted let have give as judged due or on the basis of merit be willing to concede allow to have bestow, especially officially give over; surrender or relinquish to the physical control of another transfer by deed
a white nutritious liquid secreted by mammals and used as food by human beings produced by mammary glands of female mammals for feeding their young a river that rises in the Rockies in northwestern Montana and flows eastward to become a tributary of the Missouri River any of several nutritive milklike liquids take milk from female mammals exploit as much as possible add milk to
to a moderately sufficient extent or degree
a place (seaport or airport) where people and merchandise can enter or leave a country sweet dark-red dessert wine originally from Portugal an opening (in a wall or ship or armored vehicle) for firing through the left side of a ship or aircraft to someone who is aboard and facing the bow or nose (computer science) computer circuit consisting of the hardware and associated circuitry that links one device with another (especially a computer and a hard disk drive or other peripherals) put or turn on the left side, of a ship bring to port land at or reach a port turn or go to the port or left side, of a ship carry, bear, convey, or bring carry or hold with both hands diagonally across the body, especially of weapons drink port modify (software) for use on a different machine or platform located on the left side of a ship or aircraft
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susceptible to attack susceptible to criticism or persuasion or temptation capable of being wounded or hurt
the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100 a piano with the strings on a horizontal harp-shaped frame; usually supported by three legs of behavior that is impressive and ambitious in scale or scope of or befitting a lord rich and superior in quality extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style large and impressive in physical size or extent the most important and magnificent in adornment used of a person's appearance or behavior; befitting an eminent person
the activity of causing to have energy and be active cause to be alert and energetic raise to a higher energy level supplying motive force
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the spatial property resulting from the arrangement of parts in relation to each other and to the whole the way in which someone or something is composed a mixture of ingredients a musical work that has been created musical creation the act of creating written works art and technique of printing with movable type an essay (especially one written as an assignment) something that is created by arranging several things to form a unified whole
an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals) opposition between two simultaneous but incompatible feelings a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war a state of opposition between persons or ideas or interests an incompatibility of dates or events opposition in a work of drama or fiction between characters or forces (especially an opposition that motivates the development of the plot) a disagreement or argument about something important be in conflict go against, as of rules and laws
something that is a counterfeit; not what it seems to be a person who makes deceitful pretenses make a pretence of make believe with the intent to deceive adopted in order to deceive
put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose take or consume (regularly or habitually) use up, consume fully seek or achieve an end by using to one's advantage avail oneself to habitually do something (use only in the past tense) employed in accomplishing something of persons; taken advantage of previously used or owned by another
a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice
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a United States coin worth one tenth of a dollar street name for a packet of illegal drugs that is sold for ten dollars
anything that tends to arouse an additional payment (or other remuneration) to employees as a means of increasing output
light teasing repartee be silly or tease one another
British statesman who became prime minister in 1997 (born in 1953)
the property of excessive fatness usually describes a large person who is fat but has a large frame to carry it
author of the first novel by an African American that was published in the United States (1808-1870) English writer of novels and short stories (1913-1991) Scottish ornithologist in the United States (1766-1813) United States physicist honored for his work on cosmic microwave radiation (born in 1918) Canadian geophysicist who was a pioneer in the study of plate tectonics (1908-1993) American Revolutionary leader who was one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence (1742-1798) United States entomologist who has generalized from social insects to other animals including humans (born in 1929) Scottish physicist who invented the cloud chamber (1869-1959) United States literary critic (1895-1972) 28th President of the United States; led the United States in World War I and secured the formation of the League of Nations (1856-1924) a peak in the San Juan mountains of Colorado (14,246 feet high)
harsh criticism or disapproval the state of being excommunicated rebuke formally
in a grave and sober manner
address in a memorial be or provide a memorial to a person or an event
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the act of using what something is used for a particular service (economics) the utilization of economic goods to satisfy needs or in manufacturing (psychology) an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation; may be inherited or acquired through frequent repetition exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage (law) the exercise of the legal right to enjoy the benefits of owning property North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776 put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose take or consume (regularly or habitually) use up, consume fully seek or achieve an end by using to one's advantage avail oneself to habitually do something (use only in the past tense)
a person who makes use of a thing; someone who uses or employs something a person who uses something or someone selfishly or unethically a person who takes drugs
the quality of conforming to standards of propriety and morality the quality of being polite and respectable
win approval or support for cause somebody to adopt a certain position, belief, or course of action; twist somebody's arm
follow stealthily or recur constantly and spontaneously to haunt like a ghost; pursue be a regular or frequent visitor to a certain place continually recurring to the mind having a deeply disquieting or disturbing effect
the capital and largest city of Belgium; seat of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization
having no employment run disconnected or idle be idle; exist in a changeless situation
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advanced in years; (`aged' is pronounced as two syllables) used of the older of two persons of the same name especially used to distinguish a father from his son skilled through long experience (used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age of long duration; not new (used for emphasis) very familiar skilled through long experience belonging to some prior time (used informally especially for emphasis) of a very early stage in development just preceding something else in time or order
alternative names for the body of a human being
a seductive woman who uses her sex appeal to exploit men playful behavior intended to arouse sexual interest talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions behave carelessly or indifferently
the act of drawing or hauling something the quantity that was caught draw slowly or heavily transport in a vehicle
unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly')
undergarment worn next to the skin and under the outer garments
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make fine adjustments or divide into marked intervals for optimal measuring mark (the scale of a measuring instrument) so that it can be read in the desired units measure the caliber of marked with or divided into degrees
a record or narrative description of past events record in chronological order; make a historical record
capable of being borne though unpleasant
in a hilarious manner
patron saint of shoemakers; he and his brother were martyred for trying to spread Christianity (3rd century)
the cognitive condition of someone who understands get the meaning of something
any of numerous trees of the family Cupressaceae that resemble cedars durable aromatic wood of any of numerous cedar trees; especially wood of the red cedar often used for cedar chests any cedar of the genus Cedrus
floor covering consisting of a piece of thick heavy fabric (usually with nap or pile) a natural object that resembles or suggests a carpet form a carpet-like cover (over) cover completely, as if with a carpet cover with a carpet
strike with disgust or revulsion fill with apprehension or alarm; cause to be unpleasantly surprised strike with disgust or revulsion fill with apprehension or alarm; cause to be unpleasantly surprised struck with fear, dread, or consternation
interpret romantically make romantic in style act in a romantic way
wanting in physical strength overly diluted; thin and insipid (used of vowels or syllables) pronounced with little or no stress wanting in moral strength, courage, or will; having the attributes of man as opposed to e.g. divine beings tending downward in price deficient or lacking in some skill lacking bodily or muscular strength or vitality (used of verbs) having standard (or regular) inflection not having authority, political strength, or governing power deficient in magnitude; barely perceptible; lacking clarity or brightness or loudness etc likely to fail under stress or pressure deficient in intelligence or mental power
the property created by the space between two objects or points a distant region size of the gap between two places indifference by personal withdrawal the interval between two times a remote point in time keep at a distance go far ahead of
a specific piece of work required to be done as a duty or for a specific fee
a straight line connecting two points on a curve a combination of three or more notes that blend harmoniously when sounded together play chords on (a string instrument) bring into consonance, harmony, or accord while making music or singing
a notable achievement use or manipulate to one's advantage draw from; make good use of work excessively hard
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a large flow the occurrence of surplus liquid (as water) exceeding the limit or capacity flow or run over (a limit or brim) overflow with a certain feeling
tending to cause suspension of regular breathing
look at again; examine again appraise critically hold a review (of troops) refresh one's memory look back upon (a period of time, sequence of events); remember
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hit hard hit hard (used informally) very large extremely
in an honorable manner with honor
overly self-confident or self-assertive
(usually plural) a device with an explosive that burns at a low rate and with colored flames; can be used to illuminate areas or send signals etc. of or relating to the craft of making fireworks suggestive of fireworks
keep at a distance go far ahead of
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address a deity, a prophet, a saint or an object of worship; say a prayer call upon in supplication; entreat
in a useless manner
United States film maker who was the first to use flashbacks and fade-outs (1875-1948)
come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation cause to form a united, orderly, and aesthetically consistent whole have internal elements or parts logically connected so that aesthetic consistency results
a metallic tapping sound any of two families of small parasitic arachnids with barbed proboscis; feed on blood of warm-blooded animals a mark indicating that something has been noted or completed etc. a light mattress make a clicking or ticking sound make a sound like a clock or a timer sew put a check mark on or near or next to
summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic ask for or request earnestly engage in plotting or enter into a conspiracy, swear together
the act of inflicting a wound cause injuries or bodily harm to hurt the feelings of causing physical or especially psychological injury
give surety or assume responsibility make certain of promise to do or accomplish stand behind and guarantee the quality, accuracy, or condition of
digested with difficulty
dish baked in pastry-lined pan often with a pastry top a prehistoric unrecorded language that was the ancestor of all Indo-European languages
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summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic ask for or request earnestly engage in plotting or enter into a conspiracy, swear together
the property of being comparatively small in weight
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a written assurance that some product or service will be provided or will meet certain specifications an unconditional commitment that something will happen or that something is true a collateral agreement to answer for the debt of another in case that person defaults give surety or assume responsibility make certain of promise to do or accomplish stand behind and guarantee the quality, accuracy, or condition of
stay the same; remain in a certain state continue in a place, position, or situation be left; of persons, questions, problems, results, evidence, etc. stay behind not used up
an acronym for emissions of light and very low frequency perturbations due to electromagnetic pulse sources; extremely bright extremely short (less than a msec) electrical flashes forming a huge ring (up to 400 km diameter) in the ionosphere (folklore) fairies that are somewhat mischievous below 3 kilohertz
clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval express approval of
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the month following February and preceding April the act of marching; walking with regular steps (especially in a procession of some kind) a steady advance a procession of people walking together district consisting of the area on either side of a border or boundary of a country or an area genre of music written for marching a degree granted for the successful completion of advanced study of architecture march in a procession force to march walk fast, with regular or measured steps; walk with a stride march in protest; take part in a demonstration walk ostentatiously cause to march or go at a marching pace lie adjacent to another or share a boundary
in great numbers existing in abundance
be without inadequate in amount or degree nonexistent
resist or confront with resistance elude, especially in a baffling way challenge
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the display of a motion picture something shown to the public give an exhibition of to an interested audience establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment provide evidence for make visible or noticeable show in, or as in, a picture give expression to indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively be or become visible or noticeable indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments give evidence of, as of records take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums finish third or better in a horse or dog race
a female fool
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pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing (used ironically) unexpectedly bad
with enthusiasm; in an enthusiastic manner in a lavish or enthusiastic manner
a contest with rules to determine a winner a single play of a sport or other contest an amusement or pastime animal hunted for food or sport (tennis) a division of play during which one player serves (games) the score at a particular point or the score needed to win the flesh of wild animals that is used for food a secret scheme to do something (especially something underhand or illegal) the game equipment needed in order to play a particular game your occupation or line of work frivolous or trifling behavior place a bet on disabled in the feet or legs willing to face danger
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in a sincere and heartfelt manner at a great cost with affection
marked by or emitting or filled with smoke tasting of smoke
the occurrence of a change for the worse loss of military equipment the act of damaging something or someone the amount of money needed to purchase something any harm or injury resulting from a violation of a legal right inflict damage upon suffer or be susceptible to damage
make senseless or dizzy by or as if by a blow hit something or somebody as if with a sandbag overcome as with astonishment or disbelief filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock knocked unconscious by a heavy blow in a state of mental numbness especially as resulting from shock
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without reservation or exception without restrictions or stipulations or further payments without reservation or concealment without any delay
a stringed instrument of the guitar family that has long neck and circular body
a state of peace and quiet
increase the likelihood of invite someone to one's house give rise to a desire by being attractive or inviting ask someone in a friendly way to do something have as a guest ask to enter request the participation or presence of express willingness to have in one's home or environs attractive and tempting
imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind picture to oneself; imagine possible seen in the mind as a mental image
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in an interesting manner
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restate (words) from one language into another language change from one form or medium into another make sense of a language bring to a certain spiritual state change the position of (figures or bodies) in space without rotation be equivalent in effect be translatable, or be translatable in a certain way subject to movement in which every part of the body moves parallel to and the same distance as every other point on the body express, as in simple and less technical language determine the amino-acid sequence of a protein during its synthesis by using information on the messenger RNA
a portable rectangular container for carrying clothes
merchandise that is shoddy or inferior
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move slowly; in the case of people or animals with the body near the ground feel as if crawling with insects be full of show submission or fear swim by doing the crawl; they often don't know how to crawl"
regarded with great favor, approval, or affection especially by the general public carried on by or for the people (or citizens) at large representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large (of music or art) new and of general appeal (especially among young people)
large slender food and game fish widely distributed in warm seas (especially around Hawaii) any of various small toothed whales with a beaklike snout; larger than porpoises
gain favor with somebody by deliberate efforts capable of winning favor calculated to please or gain favor
put a saddle on load or burden; encumber impose a task upon, assign a responsibility to having a saddle on or being mounted on a saddled animal subject to an imposed burden
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preliminary drawing for later elaboration a brief literary description short descriptive summary (of events) a humorous or satirical drawing published in a newspaper or magazine make a sketch of describe roughly or briefly or give the main points or summary of
in a giddy light-headed manner
a ceremonial procession including people marching an extended (often showy) succession of persons or things a visible display walk ostentatiously march in a procession
a person who exercises control over workers a man who is foreperson of a jury
someone who writes scripts for plays or movies or broadcast dramas
able to absorb fluids full of pores or vessels or holes allowing passage in and out
a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father) the founder of a family `Father' is a term of address for priests in some churches (especially the Roman Catholic Church or the Orthodox Catholic Church); `Padre' is frequently used in the military (Christianity) any of about 70 theologians in the period from the 2nd to the 7th century whose writing established and confirmed official church doctrine; in the Roman Catholic Church some were later declared saints and became Doctor of the Church; the best known Latin Church Fathers are Ambrose, Augustine, Gregory the Great, and Jerome; those who wrote in Greek include Athanasius, Basil, Gregory Nazianzen, and John Chrysostom a person who holds an important or distinguished position in some organization God when considered as the first person in the Trinity a person who founds or establishes some institution the head of an organized crime family make children
the human act of creating an artifact that has been brought into existence by someone the event that occurred at the beginning of something the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new (theology) God's act of bringing the universe into existence everything that exists anywhere
quantifier; used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity relatively much but unspecified in amount or extent relatively many but unspecified in number remarkable (of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct
be larger in number
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compelling immediate action
either of two fleshy folds of tissue that surround the mouth and play a role in speaking (botany) either of the two parts of a bilabiate corolla or calyx an impudent or insolent rejoinder the top edge of a vessel or other container either the outer margin or the inner margin of the aperture of a gastropod's shell
a degree or grade of excellence or worth diameter of a tube or gun barrel
in a manner arousing sympathy and compassion arousing scornful pity
remain present although waning or gradually dying be about leave slowly and hesitantly take one's time; proceed slowly move to and fro
injure the underlying soft tissue or bone of hurt the feelings of break up into small pieces for food preparation damage (plant tissue) by abrasion or pressure causing mental or emotional injury brutally forceful and compelling
a member of an uncivilized people a cruelly rapacious person attack brutally and fiercely criticize harshly or violently (of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering wild and menacing without civilizing influences marked by extreme and violent energy
the visual property of something that shines with reflected light
give a description of to give an account or representation of in words make a mark or lines on a surface identify as in botany or biology, for example
(Yiddish) excessive sentimentality in art or music
an outbuilding (or part of a building) for housing automobiles a repair shop where cars and trucks are serviced and repaired keep or store in a garage
gush forth in a sudden stream or jet talk in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner propelled violently in a usually narrow stream
fourth Thursday in November in the United States; second Monday in October in Canada; commemorates a feast held in 1621 by the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag a short prayer of thanks before a meal
be greater in scope or size than some standard be superior or better than some standard be or do something to a greater degree far beyond what is usual in magnitude or degree
disposed to venture or take risks
repeated heavy blows an instance of rapid strong pulsation (of the heart) the act of pounding (delivering repeated heavy blows) hit hard with the hand, fist, or some heavy instrument strike or drive against with a heavy impact move heavily or clumsily move rhythmically partition off into compartments shut up or confine in any enclosure or within any bounds or limits place or shut up in a pound break down and crush by beating, as with a pestle
a society in an advanced state of social development (e.g., with complex legal and political and religious organizations) the social process whereby societies achieve an advanced stage of development and organization a particular society at a particular time and place the quality of excellence in thought and manners and taste
temperature just below the boiling point boil slowly at low temperature
a wound made by cutting an open tract of land in a forest that is strewn with debris from logging (or fire or wind) a punctuation mark (/) used to separate related items of information a strong sweeping cut made with a sharp instrument cut with sweeping strokes; as with an ax or machete beat severely with a whip or rod cut open cut drastically move or stir about violently
United States anarchist (born in Russia) who opposed conscription; was deported to the Soviet Union in 1919 (1869-1940)
make understand enlightening or uplifting so as to encourage intellectual or moral improvement
a boisterous comedy with chases and collisions and practical jokes acoustic device consisting of two paddles hinged together; used by an actor to make a loud noise without inflicting injury when striking someone characterized by horseplay and physical action
a school teaching mechanical and industrial arts and the applied sciences
the least possible
a writer for newspapers and magazines someone who keeps a diary or journal
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the process of the sweat glands of the skin secreting a salty fluid excrete perspiration through the pores in the skin
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a score in baseball made by a runner touching all four bases safely the act of testing something a race run on foot an unbroken series of events (American football) a play in which a player attempts to carry the ball through or past the opposing team a regular trip the act of running; traveling on foot at a fast pace the continuous period of time during which something (a machine or a factory) operates or continues in operation unrestricted freedom to use the production achieved during a continuous period of operation (of a machine or factory etc.) a small stream a race between candidates for elective office a row of unravelled stitches the pouring forth of a fluid an unbroken chronological sequence a short trip move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time flee; take to one's heels; cut and run stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point direct or control; projects, businesses, etc. have a particular form move along, of liquids perform as expected when applied change or be different within limits run, stand, or compete for an office or a position cause to emit recorded audio or video move about freely and without restraint, or act as if running around in an uncontrolled way have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined be operating, running or functioning change from one state to another cause to perform be affected by; be subjected to continue to exist occur persistently carry out a process or program, as on a computer or a machine include as the content; broadcast or publicize carry out pass over, across, or through cause something to pass or lead somewhere make without a miss deal in illegally, such as arms or liquor cause an animal to move fast be diffused sail before the wind cover by running; run a certain distance extend or continue for a certain period of time set animals loose to graze keep company run with the ball; in such sports as football travel rapidly, by any (unspecified) means travel a route regularly pursue for food or sport (as of wild animals) compete in a race progress by being changed reduce or cause to be reduced from a solid to a liquid state, usually by heating come unraveled or undone as if by snagging become undone
lacking grace in movement or posture difficult to handle or manage especially because of shape
professing feelings or virtues one does not have
clearly evident to the mind clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
floor covering consisting of a piece of thick heavy fabric (usually with nap or pile)
a prescribed number a proportional share assigned to each participant a limitation on imports
resembling jazz (especially in its rhythm) (used especially of clothes) marked by conspicuous display
any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal the distance covered by a step the act of changing location by raising the foot and setting it down support consisting of a place to rest the foot while ascending or descending a stairway relative position in a graded series a short distance the sound of a step of someone walking a musical interval of two semitones a mark of a foot or shoe on a surface a solid block joined to the beams in which the heel of a ship's mast or capstan is fixed a sequence of foot movements that make up a particular dance shift or move by taking a step put down or press the foot, place the foot cause (a computer) to execute a single command treat badly furnish with steps move with one's feet in a specific manner walk a short distance to a specified place or in a specified manner place (a ship's mast) in its step measure (distances) by pacing move or proceed as if by steps into a new situation
a mental position from which things are viewed a place from which something can be viewed
repetition of messages to reduce the probability of errors in transmission the attribute of being superfluous and unneeded (electronics) a system design that duplicates components to provide alternatives in case one component fails repetition of an act needlessly
the temporal end; the concluding time the last or lowest in an ordering or series a person's dying act; the final thing a person can do the time at which life ends; continuing until dead a unit of weight equal to 4,000 pounds a unit of capacity for grain equal to 80 bushels the concluding parts of an event or occurrence holding device shaped like a human foot that is used to fashion or repair shoes persist for a specified period of time continue to live through hardship or adversity
an uneasy psychological state control of your emotions any bundle of nerve fibers running to various organs and tissues of the body the courage to carry on impudent aggressiveness get ready for something difficult or unpleasant
a secret scheme to do something (especially something underhand or illegal) a small area of ground covered by specific vegetation the story that is told in a novel or play or movie etc. a chart or map showing the movements or progress of an object plan secretly, usually something illegal make a schematic or technical drawing of that shows interactions among variables or how something is constructed make a plat of devise the sequence of events in (a literary work or a play, movie, or ballet)
a prejudice (especially in Polynesia and other South Pacific islands) that prohibits the use or mention of something because of its sacred nature an inhibition or ban resulting from social custom or emotional aversion declare as sacred and forbidden excluded from use or mention forbidden to profane use especially in South Pacific islands
envelop completely deprive of oxygen and prevent from breathing conceal or hide form an impenetrable cover over deprive of the oxygen necessary for combustion held in check with difficulty completely covered
the quality of being predictable
a groove or furrow (especially one in soft earth caused by wheels) a settled and monotonous routine that is hard to escape applies to nonhuman mammals: a state or period of heightened sexual arousal and activity be in a state of sexual excitement; of male mammals hollow out in the form of a furrow or groove
Spanish general whose armies took control of Spain in 1939 and who ruled as a dictator until his death (1892-1975)
the quality of being bright and sending out rays of light be bright by reflecting or casting light emit light; be bright, as of the sun or a light be shiny, as if wet be distinguished or eminent be clear and obvious have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink throw or flash the light of (a lamp) touch or seem as if touching visually or audibly experience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion make (a surface) shine
a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny complete confidence in a person or plan etc an institution to express belief in a divine power loyalty or allegiance to a cause or a person
get undressed
English novelist (born in Poland) noted for sea stories and for his narrative technique (1857-1924)
anything that is cast aside or discarded (cards) the act of throwing out a useless card or of failing to follow suit getting rid something that is regarded as useless or undesirable throw or cast away
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someone skilled at fencing
the act of imitating the behavior of some situation or some process by means of something suitably analogous (especially for the purpose of study or personnel training) (computer science) the technique of representing the real world by a computer program representation of something (sometimes on a smaller scale) the act of giving a false appearance
a joint that holds two parts together so that one can swing relative to the other a circumstance upon which subsequent events depend attach with a hinge
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an effortful attempt to attain a goal a symptom of some physical hurt or disorder emotional distress; a fundamental feeling that people try to avoid a somatic sensation of acute discomfort a bothersome annoying person something or someone that causes trouble; a source of unhappiness cause bodily suffering to and make sick or indisposed cause emotional anguish or make miserable
the bottom of a shoe or boot; the back part of a shoe or boot that touches the ground and provides elevation the back part of the human foot someone who is morally reprehensible one of the crusty ends of a loaf of bread the lower end of a ship's mast (golf) the part of the clubhead where it joins the shaft tilt to one side follow at the heels of a person perform with the heels strike with the heel of the club put a new heel on
study of the literary works of ancient Greece and Rome a creation of the highest excellence an artist who has created classic works
reflecting light having a shiny surface or coating made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow
the state of being silent (as when no one is speaking) the absence of sound a refusal to speak when expected the trait of keeping things secret cause to be quiet or not talk keep from expression, for example by threats or pressure
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any amazing or wonderful occurrence a marvellous event manifesting a supernatural act of a divine agent
perception by means of the eyes normal use of the faculty of vision perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight perceive (an idea or situation) mentally perceive or be contemporaneous with imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind deem to be get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally see or watch come together find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something go to see for professional or business reasons go to see for a social visit go to see a place, as for entertainment take charge of or deal with receive as a specified guest date regularly; have a steady relationship with see and understand, have a good eye deliberate or decide observe as if with an eye observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect go or live through accompany or escort match or meet make sense of; assign a meaning to having vision, not blind
being one more than seventy
anything short-lived, as an insect that lives only for a day in its winged form lasting a very short time
the act of going to see some person or place or thing for a short time a meeting arranged by the visitor to see someone (such as a doctor or lawyer) for treatment or advice the act of visiting in an official capacity (as for an inspection) the act of going to see some person in a professional capacity a temporary stay (e.g., as a guest) go to see a place, as for entertainment go to certain places as for sightseeing pay a brief visit come to see in an official or professional capacity impose something unpleasant talk socially without exchanging too much information stay with as a guest assail
on the inside
a range of low hills in southwestern England sheep with long wool originating in the Cotswold Hills
a message that seems to convey no meaning ornamental objects of no great value having no intelligible meaning
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characterized by extreme care and great effort guided by or in accordance with conscience or sense of right and wrong
rotary motion of an object around its own axis a list of names a long heavy sea wave as it advances towards the shore photographic film rolled up inside a container to protect it from light a round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals) a roll of currency notes (often taken as the resources of a person or business etc.) small rounded bread either plain or sweet a deep prolonged sound (as of thunder or large bells) the sound of a drum (especially a snare drum) beaten rapidly and continuously a document that can be rolled up (as for storage) anything rolled up in cylindrical form the act of throwing dice walking with a swaying gait a flight maneuver; aircraft rotates about its longitudinal axis without changing direction or losing altitude the act of rolling something (as the ball in bowling) move by turning over or rotating move along on or as if on wheels or a wheeled vehicle occur in soft rounded shapes flatten or spread with a roller emit, produce, or utter with a deep prolonged reverberating sound arrange or or coil around begin operating or running shape by rolling execute a roll, in tumbling sell something to or obtain something from by energetic and especially underhanded activity move in a wavy pattern or with a rising and falling motion move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment move, rock, or sway from side to side cause to move by turning over or in a circular manner of as if on an axis pronounce with a roll, of the phoneme /r/ boil vigorously take the shape of a roll or cylinder show certain properties when being rolled
use again in altered form
behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself behave in a certain manner behave well or properly
enter upon an activity or enterprise accept as a challenge promise to do or accomplish enter into a contractual arrangement accept as a charge
make furious extremely annoying or displeasing
the conversion of wasteland into land suitable for use of habitation or cultivation the act of renewing filling again by supplying what has been used up
put into a certain place or abstract location place somebody in a particular situation or location assign a rank or rating to assign a location to to arrange for take a place in a competition; often followed by an ordinal intend (something) to move towards a certain goal recognize as being; establish the identity of someone or something assign to (a job or a home) locate estimate identify the location or place of make an investment assign to a station finish second or better in a horse or dog race sing a note with the correct pitch
a single splash a slat of wood in the middle of the back of a straight chair give off the sound of a bullet flattening on impact split open and flatten for cooking flatten on impact
being nine more than seventy
practices that are handed down from the past by tradition any attribute or immaterial possession that is inherited from ancestors that which is inherited; a title or property or estate that passes by law to the heir on the death of the owner hereditary succession to a title or an office or property
an afterimage of a taste
extremely and sharply in a shrill voice
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a tool for bending revelry in drinking; a merry drinking party a pitch of a baseball that is thrown with spin so that its path curves as it approaches the batter
bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations direct or strongly influence the behavior of exercise authority over; as of nations require to be in a certain grammatical case, voice, or mood
at the proper time
a depression in an otherwise level surface (physics) the angle that a magnetic needle makes with the plane of the horizon a thief who steals from the pockets or purses of others in public places tasty mixture or liquid into which bite-sized foods are dipped a brief immersion a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity a candle that is made by repeated dipping in a pool of wax or tallow a brief swim in water a gymnastic exercise on the parallel bars in which the body is lowered and raised by bending and straightening the arms immerse briefly into a liquid so as to wet, coat, or saturate dip into a liquid while eating go down momentarily stain an object by immersing it in a liquid take a small amount from switch (a car's headlights) from a higher to a lower beam lower briefly appear to move downward slope downwards dip into a liquid place (candle wicks) into hot, liquid wax immerse in a disinfectant solution plunge (one's hand or a receptacle) into a container scoop up by plunging one's hand or a ladle below the surface
not elegant or graceful in expression generally incompetent and ineffectual revealing lack of perceptiveness or judgment or finesse
an asset of special worth or utility a distinguishing trait the special line of work you have adopted as your career
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to a great extent or degree
in the right manner with reason or justice
the power or right to give orders or make decisions (usually plural) persons who exercise (administrative) control over others an expert whose views are taken as definitive freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities an administrative unit of government official permission or approval an authoritative written work
in a tragic manner; with tragic consequences
an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet" the state of the environment in which a situation exists a magnifier of images of distant objects electronic equipment that provides visual images of varying electrical quantities
a native or inhabitant of Russia the Slavic language that is the official language of Russia of or pertaining to or characteristic of Russia or its people or culture or language
lacking professional skill or expertise
a roll of photographic film holding a series of frames to be projected by a movie projector music composed for dancing a reel winder consisting of a revolving spool with a handle; attached to a fishing rod a winder around which thread or tape or film or other flexible materials can be wound a lively dance of Scottish Highlanders; marked by circular moves and gliding steps an American country dance which starts with the couples facing each other in two lines walk as if unable to control one's movements revolve quickly and repeatedly around one's own axis wind onto or off a reel
an abrupt failure of function or complete physical exhaustion a natural event caused by something suddenly falling down or caving in the act of throwing yourself down a sudden large decline of business or the prices of stocks (especially one that causes additional failures) break down, literally or metaphorically collapse due to fatigue, an illness, or a sudden attack fold or close up fall apart cause to burst suffer a nervous breakdown lose significance, effectiveness, or value
draw back, as with fear or pain
someone who purchases and maintains an inventory of goods to be sold a firm engaged in trading a seller of illicit goods the major party to a financial transaction at a stock exchange; buys and sells for his own account the person who distributes the playing cards in a card game
a covering for the body (or parts of it) consisting of a dense growth of threadlike structures (as on the human head); helps to prevent heat loss a very small distance or space filamentous hairlike growth on a plant any of the cylindrical filaments characteristically growing from the epidermis of a mammal cloth woven from horsehair or camelhair; used for upholstery or stiffening in garments a filamentous projection or process on an organism
an itinerant Australian laborer who carries his personal belongings in a bundle as he travels around in search of work a proud stiff pompous gait to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others discourage or frighten with threats or a domineering manner; intimidate act in an arrogant, overly self-assured, or conceited manner (British informal) very chic
in a vicious manner
the property of having no flavor inelegance indicated by a lack of good taste
clear and bright transmitting light; able to be seen through with clarity (of language) transparently clear; easily understandable
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a wild or unrefined state an impolite manner that is vulgar and lacking tact or refinement
United States film actor (born in Hungary) noted for portraying monsters (1884-1956)
have a great affection or liking for get pleasure from be enamored or in love with have sexual intercourse with feeling or showing love and affection
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a unit of length equal to one twelfth of a foot a unit of measurement for advertising space advance slowly, as if by inches
give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority make a request for something issue commands or orders for bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations bring order to or into place in a certain order appoint to a clerical posts arrange thoughts, ideas, temporal events assign a rank or rating to having a systematic arrangement; especially having elements succeeding in order according to rule disposed or placed in a particular kind of order marked by an orderly, logical, and aesthetically consistent relation of parts
a fully developed person from maturity onward any mature animal
the property of being acidic the taste experience when something acidic is taken into the mouth pH values below 7
deprive of strength or vigor edit by omitting or modifying parts considered indelicate remove the testicles of a male animal remove the ovaries of deprived of sexual capacity or sexual attributes
something (as a course of action) that is recommended as advisable something that recommends (or expresses commendation of) a person or thing as worthy or desirable any quality or characteristic that gains a person a favorable reception or acceptance or admission
a mushy pulpy softness
the quality of being at hand when needed the attribute of being easy to meet or deal with
the first light of day the earliest period an opening time period become clear or enter one's consciousness or emotions appear or develop become light
lose vigor, health, or flesh, as through grief have a desire for something or someone who is not present become feeble
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showing or resulting from lack of judgment or wisdom not appropriate to the purpose
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serving to bring to mind
one who writes novels
give moral or emotional strength to
of or relating to a wedding relating to a spouse
an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal give help or assistance; be of service improve the condition of be of use abstain from doing; always used with a negative help to some food; help with food or drink contribute to the furtherance of take or use improve; change for the better
a collection of selected literary passages
a quantity of money the relative magnitude of something with reference to a criterion how much there is or how many there are of something that you can quantify a quantity obtained by the addition of a group of numbers be tantamount or equivalent to add up in number or quantity develop into
interpret (a text or an artwork) by the method of deconstructing
an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight) an anxious feeling a feeling of profound respect for someone or something be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event be afraid or scared of; be frightened of be sorry; used to introduce an unpleasant statement be uneasy or apprehensive about regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of
a native or inhabitant of Armenia the Indo-European language spoken predominantly in Armenia, but also in Azerbaijan a writing system having an alphabet of 38 letters in which the Armenian language is written
the rear part of the stage treat snobbishly, put in one's place move upstage, forcing the other actors to turn away from the audience steal the show, draw attention to oneself away from someone else of the back half of a stage remote in manner at or toward the rear of the stage
a period of time spent sleeping a soft or fuzzy surface texture the yarn (as in a rug or velvet or corduroy) that stands up from the weave sleeping for a short period of time (usually not in bed) a card game similar to whist; usually played for stakes take a siesta
blatant or sensational promotion
either of two soft fleshy milk-secreting glandular organs on the chest of a woman the small projection of a mammary gland small insectivorous birds
the rational and systematic study of religion and its influences and of the nature of religious truth a particular system or school of religious beliefs and teachings the learned profession acquired by specialized courses in religion (usually taught at a college or seminary)
a specialized division of a large organization the territorial and administrative division of some countries (such as France) a specialized sphere of knowledge
not easily deciphered impossible to determine the meaning of
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one of the five boroughs of New York City a cocktail made with whiskey and sweet vermouth with a dash of bitters
in an unnatural eery manner
in a triumphant manner
a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure express with a smile
a gully that is shallower than a ravine an entertainer who attracts large audiences the finish of a contest in which the score is tied and the winner is undecided anything (straws or pebbles etc.) taken or chosen at random a playing card or cards dealt or taken from the pack a golf shot that curves to the left for a right-handed golfer (American football) the quarterback moves back as if to pass and then hands the ball to the fullback who is running toward the line of scrimmage poker in which a player can discard cards and receive substitutes from the dealer the act of drawing or hauling something cause to move by pulling get or derive make a mark or lines on a surface make, formulate, or derive in the mind bring, take, or pull out of a container or from under a cover represent by making a drawing of, as with a pencil, chalk, etc. on a surface take liquid out of a container or well give a description of select or take in from a given group or region elicit responses, such as objections, criticism, applause, etc. suck in or take (air) move or go steadily or gradually remove (a commodity) from (a supply source) choose at random earn or achieve a base by being walked by the pitcher bring or lead someone to a certain action or condition cause to flow write a legal document or paper engage in drawing move or pull so as to cover or uncover something allow a draft require a specified depth for floating pull (a person) apart with four horses tied to his extremities, so as to execute him cause to move in a certain direction by exerting a force upon, either physically or in an abstract sense take in, also metaphorically direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes thread on or as if on a string stretch back a bowstring (on an archer's bow) pass over, across, or through finish a game with an equal number of points, goals, etc. contract reduce the diameter of (a wire or metal rod) by pulling it through a die steep; pass through a strainer remove the entrails of flatten, stretch, or mold metal or glass, by rolling or by pulling it through a die or by stretching cause to localize at one point
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a close observer; someone who looks at something (such as an exhibition of some kind) a woman's pump with medium heel; usually in contrasting colors for toe and heel
according to reports or other information
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turned or twisted toward one side not functioning properly away from the correct or expected course turned or twisted to one side
a swaggering show of courage
the act of preventing something from occurring the act of turning yourself (or your gaze) away prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening turn away or aside
overcome or coerce as if by using a heavy club strike with a club or a bludgeon
the phenomenon of resistance to motion through a fluid something that slows or delays progress something tedious and boring clothing that is conventionally worn by the opposite sex (especially women's clothing when worn by a man) a slow inhalation (as of tobacco smoke) the act of dragging (pulling with force) pull, as against a resistance draw slowly or heavily force into some kind of situation, condition, or course of action move slowly and as if with great effort to lag or linger behind suck in or take (air) use a computer mouse to move icons on the screen and select commands from a menu walk without lifting the feet search (as the bottom of a body of water) for something valuable or lost persuade to come away from something attractive or interesting proceed for an extended period of time
in a diagrammatic manner with respect to graphic aspects in a graphic way
in a ruthless manner
United States playwright (born in 1947)
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the main good female character in a work of fiction a woman possessing heroic qualities or a woman who has performed heroic deeds
a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts the manner of construction of something and the arrangement of its parts the complex composition of knowledge as elements and their combinations a particular complex anatomical part of a living thing the people in a society considered as a system organized by a characteristic pattern of relationships give a structure to
a heavy dull sound (as made by impact of heavy objects) make or move along with a sound as of a horse's hooves striking the ground
a quiet or hushed tone of voice a subdued emotional quality underlying an utterance; implicit meaning a pale or subdued color
a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal reproduction; an important antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body a radioactive transuranic element produced by bombarding plutonium with neutrons the cardinal compass point that is at 90 degrees the base of the natural system of logarithms; approximately equal to 2.718282... the 5th letter of the Roman alphabet
doubt about the truth of something a rejection of belief
almost; nearly in a practical manner (degree adverb used before a noun phrase) for all practical purposes but not completely
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a row or line of people (especially soldiers or police) standing abreast of one another relative status the ordinary members of an organization (such as the enlisted soldiers of an army) position in a social hierarchy the body of members of an organization or group take or have a position relative to others assign a rank or rating to take precedence or surpass others in rank
a journey taken for pleasure a day devoted to an outdoor social gathering to state openly and publicly one's homosexuality reveal (something) about somebody's identity or lifestyle be made known; be disclosed or revealed
require as useful, just, or proper consider obligatory; request and expect make someone do something have need of necessary for relief or supply required by rule
cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of subdued or brought low in condition or status made to feel uncomfortable because of shame or wounded pride
the (usually elliptical) path described by one celestial body in its revolution about another a particular environment or walk of life an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet" the path of an electron around the nucleus of an atom the bony cavity in the skull containing the eyeball move in an orbit
in a willful manner
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the extent downward or backward or inward degree of psychological or intellectual profundity (usually plural) the deepest and most remote part (usually plural) a low moral state the intellectual ability to penetrate deeply into ideas the attribute or quality of being deep, strong, or intense
in a literal sense (intensifier before a figurative expression) without exaggeration
to or in any or all places; (`everyplace' is used informally for `everywhere')
make too low an estimate of
require as useful, just, or proper consider obligatory; request and expect make someone do something have need of
appear in a certain way make a certain noise or sound give off a certain sound or sounds announce by means of a sound utter with vibrating vocal chords cause to sound measure the depth of (a body of water) with a sounding line
in equal amounts or shares; in a balanced or impartial way in a level and regular way
in a perceptive manner
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overly diluted; thin and insipid having lost freshness or brilliance of color
persistent determination the act of persisting or persevering; continuing or repeating behavior
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being full of or promoting cheer; having or showing good spirits pleasantly (even unrealistically) optimistic
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love unquestioningly and uncritically or to excess; venerate as an idol regarded with deep or rapturous love (especially as if for a god)
the first known nerve agent, synthesized by German chemists in 1936; a highly toxic combustible liquid that is soluble in organic solvents and is used as a nerve gas in chemical warfare a rare silvery (usually trivalent) metallic element; brittle at low temperatures but liquid above room temperature; occurs in trace amounts in bauxite and zinc ores a state in southeastern United States; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War
a member of the aristocracy
meat that has been barbecued or grilled in a highly seasoned sauce a cookout in which food is cooked over an open fire; especially a whole animal carcass roasted on a spit a rack to hold meat for cooking over hot charcoal usually out of doors cook outdoors on a barbecue grill
a person afflicted with psychosis
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a small cosmetics case with a mirror; to be carried in a woman's purse a signed written agreement between two or more parties (nations) to perform some action a small and economical car have the property of being packable or of compacting easily compress into a wad make more compact by or as if by pressing squeeze or press together closely and firmly united or packed together having a short and solid form or stature briefly giving the gist of something
give extra weight to (a communication) draw a line or lines underneath to call attention to
a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner) a U-shaped bar; the open end can be passed through chain links and closed with a bar bind the arms of restrain with fetters
sour or bitter in taste harsh or corrosive in tone
confined to the earth lacking wit or imagination
devoid of intelligence devoid of significance or point devoid of matter void of expression
someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field one who practices magic or sorcery possessing or using or characteristic of or appropriate to supernatural powers
(music) the system of five horizontal lines on which the musical notes are written one of several thin slats of wood forming the sides of a barrel or bucket a crosspiece between the legs of a chair furnish with staves burst or force (a hole) into something
the organ of smell and entrance to the respiratory tract; the prominent part of the face of man or other mammals a front that resembles a human nose (especially the front of an aircraft) the front or forward projection of a tool or weapon a small distance a symbol of inquisitiveness the sense of smell (especially in animals) a natural skill a projecting spout from which a fluid is discharged search or inquire in a meddlesome way advance the forward part of with caution catch the scent of; get wind of push or move with the nose rub noses defeat by a narrow margin
someone who attacks
hostile or belligerent mood a course leading to warfare or battle
an inscription on a tombstone or monument in memory of the person buried there a summary statement of commemoration for a dead person
an act of betrayal
troops belonging to or allied with your own military forces characteristic of or befitting a friend inclined to help or support; not antagonistic or hostile easy to understand or use of or belonging to your own country's forces or those of an ally
become established in a new location move or establish in a new location settled in a new location
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the unlimited expanse in which everything is located having no limits or boundaries in time or space or extent or magnitude of verbs; having neither person nor number nor mood (as a participle or gerund or infinitive) too numerous to be counted total and all-embracing
characteristic of or capable of or having a tendency toward killing another human being
throw with force or recklessness move in an abrupt or headlong manner indulge oneself throw or cast away
surround with a wall in order to fortify
a widely known person the state or quality of being widely honored and acclaimed
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one of a series of ridges that moves across the surface of a liquid (especially across a large body of water) a movement like that of a sudden occurrence or increase in a specified phenomenon (physics) a movement up and down or back and forth something that rises rapidly the act of signaling by a movement of the hand a hairdo that creates undulations in the hair an undulating curve a persistent and widespread unusual weather condition (especially of unusual temperatures) a member of the women's reserve of the United States Navy; originally organized during World War II but now no longer a separate branch signal with the hands or nod move or swing back and forth move in a wavy pattern or with a rising and falling motion twist or roll into coils or ringlets set waves in
stop blaming or grant forgiveness absolve from payment
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the atomic process that occurs during a chemical reaction the technical aspects of doing something a natural object resembling a machine in structure or function (philosophy) the philosophical theory that all phenomena can be explained in terms of physical or biological causes device consisting of a piece of machinery; has moving parts that perform some function
a person suffering from neurosis characteristic of or affected by neurosis affected with emotional disorder
a line drawn underneath (especially under written matter) give extra weight to (a communication) draw a line or lines underneath to call attention to
a rapid series of short loud sounds (as might be heard with a stethoscope in some types of respiratory disorders) make short successive sounds shake and cause to make a rattling noise extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers quick and energetic used as intensifiers; `real' is sometimes used informally for `really'; `rattling' is informal
an act of narration informing by words disclosing information or giving evidence about another express in words let something be known narrate or give a detailed account of give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority discern or comprehend inform positively and with certainty and confidence give evidence mark as different disclosing unintentionally powerfully persuasive producing a strong effect
extensive landed property (especially in the country) retained by the owner for his own use a unit of area (4840 square yards) used in English-speaking countries a territory of western Brazil bordering on Bolivia and Peru a town and port in northwestern Israel in the eastern Mediterranean
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cause or allow (a liquid substance) to run or flow from a container walk through mud or mire ladle clumsily feed pigs very drunk
a Greek liquor flavored with anise
render verbally, "recite a poem" make into fiction to say, state, or perform again
the state that precedes vomiting disgust so strong it makes you feel sick
expressive of contempt
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employing variations in pitch to distinguish meanings of otherwise similar words having tonality; i.e. tones and chords organized in relation to one tone such as a keynote or tonic
torment emotionally or mentally subject to torture extremely painful
an ordinary man the dead body of a human being not moving or operating freely powerful rigidly formal having a strong physiological or chemical effect marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable incapable of or resistant to bending very drunk extremely in a stiff manner
plant whose succulent young shoots are cooked and eaten as a vegetable edible young shoots of the asparagus plant
the particular portion of space occupied by something a point occupied by troops for tactical reasons a way of regarding situations or topics etc. the arrangement of the body and its limbs the relative position or standing of things or especially persons in a society a job in an organization the spatial property of a place where or way in which something is situated the appropriate or customary location (in team sports) the role assigned to an individual player the act of putting something in a certain place a condition or position in which you find yourself a rationalized mental attitude an opinion that is held in opposition to another in an argument or dispute an item on a list or in a sequence the post or function properly or customarily occupied or served by another the act of positing; an assumption taken as a postulate or axiom cause to be in an appropriate place, state, or relation put into a certain place or abstract location
a violent release of energy caused by a chemical or nuclear reaction the act of exploding or bursting a sudden great increase the noise caused by an explosion the terminal forced release of pressure built up during the occlusive phase of a stop consonant a sudden outburst a golf shot from a bunker that typically moves sand as well as the golf ball
share the suffering of showing or having compassion
(Old Testament) the guardian archangel of the Jews
supply with water, as with channels or ditches or streams provide with water secrete or form water, as tears or saliva fill with tears (of silk fabric) having a wavelike pattern
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bypass intentionally fail to attend jump lightly leave suddenly bound off one point after another cause to skip over a surface
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(law) the findings of a jury on issues of fact submitted to it for decision; can be used in formulating a judgment
in an exasperating manner
requiring sitting or little activity
having or covered with hair hazardous and frightening
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in an original manner with reference to the origin or beginning before now
a person who is deemed to be despicable or contemptible the matter ejected in vomiting eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth
an arrangement of parts or elements any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
the top edge of a vessel or other container a circular projection that sticks outward from the crown of a hat be completely full fill as much as possible
a large and stately mansion a large building formerly occupied by a ruler and fortified against attack (chess) the piece that can move any number of unoccupied squares in a direction parallel to the sides of the chessboard interchanging the positions of the king and a rook move the king two squares toward a rook and in the same move the rook to the square next past the king
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goods or money obtained illegally
Englishman and Egyptologist who in 1922 discovered and excavated the tomb of Tutankhamen (1873-1939) 39th President of the United States (1924-) someone whose work is driving carts
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impose a penalty on; inflict punishment on resulting in punishment characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort
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climber having dark red berries (peppercorns) when fully ripe; southern India and Sri Lanka; naturalized in northern Burma and Assam any of various tropical plants of the genus Capsicum bearing peppers pungent seasoning from the berry of the common pepper plant of East India; use whole or ground sweet and hot varieties of fruits of plants of the genus Capsicum add pepper to attack and bombard with or as if with missiles
footwear that covers the whole foot and lower leg British term for the luggage compartment in a car the swift release of a store of affective force protective casing for something that resembles a leg an instrument of torture that is used to heat or crush the foot and leg a form of foot torture in which the feet are encased in iron and slowly crushed the act of delivering a blow with the foot kick; give a boot to cause to load (an operating system) and start the initial processes
the state of remaining awake be awake, be alert, be there stop sleeping arouse or excite feelings and passions make aware of cause to become awake or conscious marked by full consciousness or alertness
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make new do over, as of (part of) a house
processing that involves blowing a gas exhale hard be blowing or storming free of obstruction by blowing air through be in motion due to some air or water current make a sound as if blown shape by blowing make a mess of, destroy or ruin spend thoughtlessly; throw away spend lavishly or wastefully on sound by having air expelled through a tube play or sound a wind instrument provide sexual gratification through oral stimulation cause air to go in, on, or through cause to move by means of an air current spout moist air from the blowhole leave; informal or rude lay eggs cause to be revealed and jeopardized show off allow to regain its breath melt, break, or become otherwise unusable burst suddenly
select carefully from a group look for and gather harass with constant criticism provoke remove in small bits remove unwanted substances from, such as feathers or pits pilfer or rob pay for something pull lightly but sharply with a plucking motion attack with or as if with a pickaxe of ice or rocky ground, for example hit lightly with a picking motion eat intermittently; take small bites of
remove the outer cover or wrapping of make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret not yet wrapped or having the wrapping removed
characterized by intense emotion characterized by strong enthusiasm glowing or shining like fire
get the meaning of something to become aware of through the senses include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory
race on skis around obstacles
a short light metallic sound a stop consonant made by the suction of air into the mouth (as in Bantu) a hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward depression of a button on a computer mouse move or strike with a noise make a clicking or ticking sound click repeatedly or uncontrollably cause to make a snapping sound produce a click make a clucking sounds, characteristic of hens become clear or enter one's consciousness or emotions
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highly seasoned minced meat stuffed in casings a small nonrigid airship used for observation or as a barrage balloon
tall coarse perennial American herb having small white flowers followed by blackish-red berries on long drooping racemes; young fleshy stems are edible; berries and root are poisonous someone who takes more time than necessary; someone who lags behind a bag made of paper or plastic for holding customer's purchases a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow) (boxing) a blow with the fist poke or thrust abruptly search or inquire in a meddlesome way stir by poking hit hard with the hand, fist, or some heavy instrument make a hole by poking
a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage a theatrical performance of a drama a preset plan of action in team sports a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill a state in which action is feasible utilization or exercise an attempt to get something activity by children that is guided more by imagination than by fixed rules (in games or plays or other performances) the time during which play proceeds the removal of constraints a weak and tremulous light verbal wit or mockery (often at another's expense but not to be taken seriously) movement or space for movement gay or light-hearted recreational activity for diversion or amusement (game) the activity of doing something in an agreed succession the act of playing for stakes in the hope of winning (including the payment of a price for a chance to win a prize) the act using a sword (or other weapon) vigorously and skillfully participate in games or sport act or have an effect in a specified way or with a specific effect or outcome play on an instrument play a role or part be at play; be engaged in playful activity; amuse oneself in a way characteristic of children replay (as a melody) perform music on (a musical instrument) pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind move or seem to move quickly, lightly, or irregularly bet or wager (money) engage in recreational activities rather than work; occupy oneself in a diversion pretend to be somebody in the framework of a game or playful activity emit recorded sound perform on a certain location put (a card or piece) into play during a game, or act strategically as if in a card game engage in an activity as if it were a game rather than take it seriously behave in a certain way cause to emit recorded audio or video manipulate manually or in one's mind or imagination use to one's advantage consider not very seriously be received or accepted or interpreted in a specific way behave carelessly or indifferently cause to move or operate freely within a bounded space perform on a stage or theater be performed or presented for public viewing cause to happen or to occur as a consequence discharge or direct or be discharged or directed as if in a continuous stream make bets stake on the outcome of an issue shoot or hit in a particular manner use or move employ in a game or in a specific position contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle exhaust by allowing to pull on the line
call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) evoke or provoke to appear or occur deduce (a principle) or construe (a meaning) summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic call to mind
graphic art consisting of an artistic composition made by applying paints to a surface creating a picture with paints the act of applying paint to a surface the occupation of a house painter make a painting apply paint to; coat with paint make a painting of apply a liquid to; e.g., paint the gutters with linseed oil
not transmitting or reflecting light or radiant energy; impenetrable to sight not clearly understood or expressed
a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines who ranks above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier general
a ribald person; someone who uses vulgar and offensive language humorously vulgar
in a blunt direct manner
strong black coffee brewed by forcing hot water under pressure through finely ground coffee beans
Swedish film actress (1915-1982) Swedish film director who used heavy symbolism and explored the psychology of the characters (born 1918)
any small compartment (biology) the basic structural and functional unit of all organisms; they may exist as independent units of life (as in monads) or may form colonies or tissues as in higher plants and animals a device that delivers an electric current as the result of a chemical reaction a small unit serving as part of or as the nucleus of a larger political movement a hand-held mobile radiotelephone for use in an area divided into small sections, each with its own short-range transmitter/receiver small room in which a monk or nun lives a room where a prisoner is kept
very bad damaged by decay; hence unsound and useless having decayed or disintegrated; usually implies foulness
the act of conducting a controlled test or investigation the testing of an idea a venture at something new or different to conduct a test or investigation try something new, as in order to gain experience
a volatile substance; a substance that changes readily from solid or liquid to a vapor evaporating readily at normal temperatures and pressures liable to lead to sudden change or violence marked by erratic changeableness in affections or attachments tending to vary often or widely
someone who (fraudulently) assumes the appearance of another someone who copies the words or behavior of another
completely free from dirt or contamination immaculately clean and unused
a bishop in Asia Minor who is associated with Santa Claus (4th century)
a correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or convicted persons serving a sentence) wasting time small and remote and insignificant
bring into difficulties or distress, especially financial hardship cause mental pain to causing distress or worry or anxiety bad; unfortunate
a feeling of thoughtful sadness a constitutional tendency to be gloomy and depressed a humor that was once believed to be secreted by the kidneys or spleen and to cause sadness and melancholy characterized by or causing or expressing sadness grave or even gloomy in character
the concentration of attention or energy on something maximum clarity or distinctness of an image rendered by an optical system maximum clarity or distinctness of an idea a central point or locus of an infection in an organism special emphasis attached to something a point of convergence of light (or other radiation) or a point from which it diverges a fixed reference point on the concave side of a conic section direct one's attention on something cause to converge on or toward a central point bring into focus or alignment; to converge or cause to converge; of ideas or emotions become focussed or come into focus put (an image) into focus; we cannot enjoy the movie"
standing posture a rationalized mental attitude
disturb the balance or stability of cause to lose one's composure move deeply cause to overturn from an upright or normal position form metals with a swage defeat suddenly and unexpectedly causing an emotional disturbance
someone who unlawfully seizes and detains a victim (usually for ransom)
a commercially sponsored ad on radio or television connected with or engaged in or sponsored by or used in commerce or commercial enterprises of or relating to commercialism of the kind or quality used in commerce; average or inferior
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someone unpleasantly strange or eccentric someone deranged and possibly dangerous
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someone who fights (or is fighting) a high-speed military or naval airplane designed to destroy enemy aircraft in the air someone who fights for a cause
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a coming to an end of a contract period the event of dying or departure from life
a provocative Spanish courtship dance in triple time; performed by a man and a woman playing castanets
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move backward in an orbit, of celestial bodies move in a direction contrary to the usual one move back go back over get worse or fall back to a previous condition moving from east to west on the celestial sphere; or--for planets--around the sun in a direction opposite to that of the Earth of amnesia; affecting time immediately preceding trauma going from better to worse moving or directed or tending in a backward direction or contrary to a previous direction
the quality of being new; the opposite of oldness
a person who has been converted to another religious or political belief change from one system to another or to a new plan or policy change the nature, purpose, or function of something change religious beliefs, or adopt a religious belief exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category cause to adopt a new or different faith score an extra point or points after touchdown by kicking the ball through the uprights or advancing the ball into the end zone complete successfully score (a spare) make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth or validity of something exchange a penalty for a less severe one change in nature, purpose, or function; undergo a chemical change
English zoologist noted for her studies of chimpanzees in the wild (born in 1934)
consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous
United States diplomat who served under President Nixon and President Ford (born in 1923)
a commissioned military officer an officer in a police force an assistant with power to act when his superior is absent an officer holding a commissioned rank in the United States Navy or the United States Coast Guard; below lieutenant commander and above lieutenant junior grade
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a small quantity of anything a small amount of solid food; a mouthful
turn sharply; change direction abruptly shift to a clockwise direction
a quality of extreme unpleasantness
being in a tense state
an enclosure in a court of law where the defendant sits during the trial any of certain coarse weedy plants with long taproots, sometimes used as table greens or in folk medicine a platform built out from the shore into the water and supported by piles; provides access to ships and boats a platform where trucks or trains can be loaded or unloaded landing in a harbor next to a pier where ships are loaded and unloaded or repaired; may have gates to let water in or out the solid bony part of the tail of an animal as distinguished from the hair a short or shortened tail of certain animals come into dock deprive someone of benefits, as a penalty deduct from someone's wages remove or shorten the tail of an animal maneuver into a dock
the quantity of an active agent (substance or radiation) taken in or absorbed at any one time a measured portion of medicine taken at any one time
a person afflicted with paranoia suffering from paranoia
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commodities offered for sale an artifact that has been created by someone or some process a quantity obtained by multiplication a chemical substance formed as a result of a chemical reaction a consequence of someone's efforts or of a particular set of circumstances the set of elements common to two or more sets
being or having an unknown or unnamed source
worthy of high praise in an admirable manner
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hairpiece covering the head and made of real or synthetic hair British slang for a scolding
the images and symbolic representations that are traditionally associated with a person or a subject
(computer science) the code that identifies where a piece of information is stored the place where a person or organization can be found or communicated with the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience the manner of speaking to another individual a sign in front of a house or business carrying the conventional form by which its location is described written directions for finding some location; written on letters or packages that are to be delivered to that location the stance assumed by a golfer in preparation for hitting a golf ball social skill speak to give a speech to put an address on (an envelope) direct a question at someone address or apply oneself to something, direct one's efforts towards something, such as a question greet, as with a prescribed form, title, or name access or locate by address act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression speak to someone adjust and aim (a golf ball) at in preparation of hitting
coerce by violence or with threats fill with terror; frighten greatly
someone who leaves one country to settle in another
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a victory (as in a race or other competition) something won (especially money) be the winner in a contest or competition; be victorious win something through one's efforts obtain advantages, such as points, etc. attain success or reach a desired goal
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be successful; achieve a goal be in charge of, act on, or dispose of come to terms with watch and direct achieve something by means of trickery or devious methods carry on or function handle effectively
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a target used in archery special advantage or influence a short nail with a flat head; used to attach sheet metal to wood (boxing) a blow with the fist strike hard, especially with the fist
the act of removing the contents of something the act of evacuating; leaving a place in an orderly fashion; especially for protection the bodily process of discharging waste matter
a quantity of no importance a code of letters and digits added to a postal address to aid in the sorting of mail forceful exertion a fastener for locking together two toothed edges by means of a sliding tab close with a zipper move very fast
a message whose ingenuity or verbal skill or incongruity has the power to evoke laughter mental ability a witty amusing person who makes jokes
lacking or marked by lack of intellectual acuity in a state of mental numbness especially as resulting from shock lacking intelligence
a person who groans
the act of building up an accumulation the result of the process of accumulation highly favorable publicity and praise
a cruel wicked and inhuman person an evil supernatural being a person motivated by irrational enthusiasm (as for a cause)
a drawback or difficulty that is not readily evident something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known any clever maneuver
the act of singing vocal music disclosing information or giving evidence about another deliver by singing produce tones with the voice to make melodious sounds make a whining, ringing, or whistling sound divulge confidential information or secrets burn superficially or lightly become superficially burned smooth and flowing
being in demand by especially employers fit to be offered for sale capable of being marketed
influence or control shrewdly or deviously hold something in one's hands and move it tamper, with the purpose of deception manipulate in a fraudulent manner control (others or oneself) or influence skillfully, usually to one's advantage treat manually, as with massage, for therapeutic purposed
spread or diffuse through fill, soak, or imbue totally suffuse with color
in an unpleasant manner
an electric motor for starting an engine a contestant in a team sport who is in the game at the beginning the official who signals the beginning of a race or competition any new participant in some activity food or drink to stimulate the appetite (usually served before a meal or as the first course) a hand tool consisting of a rotating shaft with parallel handle a culture containing yeast or bacteria that is used to start the process of fermentation or souring in making butter or cheese or dough
a figure of speech in which an expression is used to refer to something that it does not literally denote in order to suggest a similarity
in an enjoyable manner
used of locations; having beautiful natural scenery of or relating to the stage or stage scenery
any object that is left unused or still extant the dead body of a human being stay the same; remain in a certain state continue in a place, position, or situation be left; of persons, questions, problems, results, evidence, etc. stay behind
a New York river; flows southward into New York Bay; explored by Henry Hudson early in the 17th century English naturalist (born in Argentina) (1841-1922) English navigator who discovered the Hudson River; in 1610 he attempted to winter in Hudson Bay but his crew mutinied and set him adrift to die (1565-1611)
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in an entertaining manner
make trivial or insignificant
equipment for taking photographs (usually consisting of a lightproof box with a lens at one end and light-sensitive film at the other) television equipment consisting of a lens system that focuses an image on a photosensitive mosaic that is scanned by an electron beam
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offensively bold
a conveyance that transports people or objects a medium for the expression or achievement of something any substance that facilitates the use of a drug or pigment or other material that is mixed with it any inanimate object (as a towel or money or clothing or dishes or books or toys etc.) that can transmit infectious agents from one person to another
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red late-ripening apple; primarily eaten raw
throughout history with respect to history
manifest or bring back reflect deeply on a subject to throw or bend back (from a surface) be bright by reflecting or casting light show an image of give evidence of a certain behavior give evidence of the quality of
reveal unintentionally deliver to an enemy by treachery disappoint, prove undependable to; abandon, forsake be sexually unfaithful to one's partner in marriage give away information about somebody cause someone to believe an untruth
bulge outward hit a pop-fly make a sharp explosive noise fire a weapon with a loud explosive noise cause to make a sharp explosive sound appear suddenly or unexpectedly put or thrust suddenly and forcefully release suddenly hit or strike drink down entirely take drugs, especially orally cause to burst with a loud, explosive sound burst open with a sharp, explosive sound
move or progress freely as if in a stream become liquid or fluid when heated mix together different elements
of or pertaining to or contained in or in accordance with the Bible in keeping with the nature of the Bible or its times or people
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action set in motion, cause to start leave have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense bring into being get off the ground move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm get going or set in motion begin or set in motion begin work or acting in a certain capacity, office or job play in the starting lineup have a beginning characterized in some specified way begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object bulge outward
enter or assume a certain state or condition undergo a change or development come into existence enhance the appearance of
a standard by which something can be measured or judged a surveyor's mark on a permanent object of predetermined position and elevation used as a reference point
a female person who has the same parents as another person (Roman Catholic Church) a title given to a nun (and used as a form of address) a female person who is a fellow member of a sorority or labor union or other group (slang) sometimes used as a term of address for attractive young women
attract; cause to be enamored control by magic spells, as by practicing witchcraft protect through supernatural powers or charms induce into action by using one's charm pleasing or delighting possessing or using or characteristic of or appropriate to supernatural powers
a person of French descent a Celt of ancient Gaul an ancient region of western Europe that included what is now northern Italy and France and Belgium and part of Germany and the Netherlands
a native or inhabitant of Israel
pen made from a bird's feather a stiff hollow protective spine on a porcupine or hedgehog any of the larger wing or tail feathers of a bird the hollow spine of a feather
not true to duty or obligation or promises having sexual relations with someone other than your husband or wife, or your boyfriend or girlfriend having the character of, or characteristic of, a traitor not trustworthy
the act of competing as for profit or a prize
create and charge with a task or function assign a duty, responsibility or obligation to furnish subject to appointment selected for a job fixed or established especially by order or command provided with furnishing and accessories (especially of a tasteful kind)
an electric motor for starting an engine a contestant in a team sport who is in the game at the beginning the official who signals the beginning of a race or competition any new participant in some activity food or drink to stimulate the appetite (usually served before a meal or as the first course) a hand tool consisting of a rotating shaft with parallel handle a culture containing yeast or bacteria that is used to start the process of fermentation or souring in making butter or cheese or dough
in a joyous manner
a long racket with a triangular frame; used in playing lacrosse a wooden structure consisting of an upright post with a transverse piece a marking that consists of lines that cross each other a representation of the structure on which Jesus was crucified; used as an emblem of Christianity or in heraldry any affliction that causes great suffering (genetics) an organism that is the offspring of genetically dissimilar parents or stock; especially offspring produced by breeding plants or animals of different varieties or breeds or species (genetics) the act of mixing different species or varieties of animals or plants and thus to produce hybrids travel across or pass over meet at a point hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of fold so as to resemble a cross to cover or extend over an area or time period meet and pass trace a line through or across breed animals or plants using parents of different races and varieties
in an irreparable manner or to an irreparable degree
a journey in a vehicle (usually an automobile) a mechanical device that you ride for amusement or excitement sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions be carried or travel on or in a vehicle continue undisturbed and without interference move like a floating object harass with persistent criticism or carping be sustained or supported or borne have certain properties when driven be contingent on lie moored or anchored sit on and control a vehicle climb up on the body ride over, along, or through keep partially engaged by slightly depressing a pedal with the foot copulate with
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scatter or intersperse like dots or studs distribute loosely make a dot or dots mark with a dot having a pattern of dots having gaps or spaces
travel across or pass over meet at a point hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of fold so as to resemble a cross to cover or extend over an area or time period meet and pass trace a line through or across breed animals or plants using parents of different races and varieties placed crosswise (of a check) marked for deposit only as indicated by having two lines drawn across it
a person working in the service of another (especially in the household) in a subordinate position
a revue with elaborate costuming the trait of acting stupidly or rashly a stupid mistake the quality of being rash and foolish foolish or senseless behavior
a meeting at which a number of athletic contests are held come together get together socially or for a specific purpose be adjacent or come together fill or meet a want or need satisfy a condition or restriction satisfy or fulfill collect in one place get to know; get acquainted with meet by design; be present at the arrival of contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle experience as a reaction undergo or suffer be in direct physical contact with; make contact being precisely fitting and right
the properties acquired as a consequence of the way you were treated as a child helping someone grow up to be an accepted member of the community help develop, help grow bring up provide with nourishment
a shape that is spherical and small a small indefinite quantity (especially of a liquid) a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity a steep high face of rock a predetermined hiding place for the deposit and distribution of illicit goods (such as drugs or stolen property) a free and rapid descent by the force of gravity a curtain that can be lowered and raised onto a stage from the flies; often used as background scenery a central depository where things can be left or picked up the act of dropping something let fall to the ground to fall vertically go down in value fall or descend to a lower place or level terminate an association with utter with seeming casualness; drop names" stop pursuing or acting leave or unload cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow lose (a game) pay out lower the pitch of (musical notes) hang freely stop associating with let or cause to fall in drops get rid of take (a drug, especially LSD), by mouth omit (a letter or syllable) in speaking or writing leave undone or leave out change from one level to another fall or sink into a state of exhaustion or death grow worse give birth; used for animals
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a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction the state of being honored the quality of being honorable and having a good name a woman's virtue or chastity bestow honor or rewards upon show respect towards accept as pay
power to direct or determine a relation of constraint of one entity (thing or person or group) by another (physiology) regulation or maintenance of a function or action or reflex etc a standard against which other conditions can be compared in a scientific experiment the activity of managing or exerting control over something the state that exists when one person or group has power over another discipline in personal and social activities great skillfulness and knowledge of some subject or activity a mechanism that controls the operation of a machine a spiritual agency that is assumed to assist the medium during a seance the economic policy of controlling or limiting or curbing prices or wages etc. exercise authoritative control or power over lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits handle and cause to function control (others or oneself) or influence skillfully, usually to one's advantage check or regulate (a scientific experiment) by conducting a parallel experiment or comparing with another standard verify by using a duplicate register for comparison be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something have a firm understanding or knowledge of; be on top of
capital of the People's Republic of China in the Hebei province in northeastern China; 2nd largest Chinese city
having a throat as specified
Irish prelate who deduced from the Bible that Creation occurred in the year 4004 BC (1581-1656) an official stationed at the entrance of a courtroom or legislative chamber someone employed to conduct others take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums
the act of escaping physically an inclination to retreat from unpleasant realities through diversion or fantasy nonperformance of something distasteful (as by deceit or trickery) that you are supposed to do an avoidance of danger or difficulty a means or way of escaping a plant originally cultivated but now growing wild the discharge of a fluid from some container a valve in a container in which pressure can build up (as a steam boiler); it opens automatically when the pressure reaches a dangerous level run away from confinement fail to experience escape potentially unpleasant consequences; get away with a forbidden action be incomprehensible to; escape understanding by remove oneself from a familiar environment, usually for pleasure or diversion flee; take to one's heels; cut and run issue or leak, as from a small opening
(Yiddish) a little; a piece (Yiddish) a contrived and often used bit of business that a performer uses to steal attention (Yiddish) a prank or piece of clowning (Yiddish) a devious trick; a bit of cheating
a person who backs a politician or a team etc. a person who admires; someone who esteems or respects or approves someone who admires a young woman
the evening before All Saints' Day; often devoted to pranks played by young people
run away from confinement fail to experience escape potentially unpleasant consequences; get away with a forbidden action be incomprehensible to; escape understanding by remove oneself from a familiar environment, usually for pleasure or diversion flee; take to one's heels; cut and run issue or leak, as from a small opening having escaped, especially from confinement
a person authorized to act for another a power of attorney document given by shareholders of a corporation authorizing a specific vote on their behalf at a corporate meeting
the act of pulling; applying force to move something toward or with you cause to move by pulling direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes move into a certain direction apply force so as to cause motion towards the source of the motion perform an act, usually with a negative connotation bring, take, or pull out of a container or from under a cover steer into a certain direction strain abnormally cause to move in a certain direction by exerting a force upon, either physically or in an abstract sense operate when rowing a boat rein in to keep from winning a race tear or be torn violently hit in the direction that the player is facing when carrying through the swing strip of feathers remove, usually with some force or effort; also used in an abstract sense take sides with; align oneself with; show strong sympathy for take away
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record in detail support or supply with references
a lack of politeness; a failure to show regard for others; wounding the feelings or others a feeling of anger caused by being offended (criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act the team that has the ball (or puck) and is trying to score the action of attacking an enemy
try to get or reach try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of make an effort or attempt go to or towards inquire for that is looked for being searched for
(baseball) a successful stroke in an athletic contest (especially in baseball) the act of contacting one thing with another a conspicuous success (physics) a brief event in which two or more bodies come together a dose of a narcotic drug a murder carried out by an underworld syndicate a connection made via the internet to another website cause to move by striking hit against; come into sudden contact with deal a blow to, either with the hand or with an instrument reach a destination, either real or abstract affect or afflict suddenly, usually adversely hit with a missile from a weapon encounter by chance gain points in a game cause to experience suddenly make a strategic, offensive, assault against an enemy, opponent, or a target kill intentionally and with premeditation drive something violently into a location reach a point in time, or a certain state or level produce by manipulating keys or strings of musical instruments, also metaphorically consume to excess hit the intended target or goal pay unsolicited and usually unwanted sexual attention to
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mistake one thing for another be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly cause to feel embarrassment assemble without order or sense make unclear, indistinct, or blurred
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feelings of excessive pride an elaborate poetic image or a far-fetched comparison of very dissimilar things a witty or ingenious turn of phrase an artistic device or effect the trait of being unduly vain and conceited; false pride
(used with singular count nouns) colloquial for `not a' or `not one' or `never a'
speaking of yourself in superlatives show off wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner
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a distinctive emotional aura experienced instinctively
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convert food into absorbable substances arrange and integrate in the mind put up with something or somebody unpleasant become assimilated into the body systematize, as by classifying and summarizing soften or disintegrate, as by undergoing exposure to heat or moisture make more concise soften or disintegrate by means of chemical action, heat, or moisture
literature in metrical form any communication resembling poetry in beauty or the evocation of feeling
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the passing of a law by a legislative body a legal document codifying the result of deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body acting the part of a character on stage; dramatically representing the character by speech and action and gesture
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thunderous verbal attack
tender, romantic, or nostalgic feeling or emotion a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
rounded like an egg characterized by extreme economy of expression or omission of superfluous elements
the act of displaying something ostentatiously display proudly; act ostentatiously or pretentiously
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as a matter of instinct
a lawman concerned with narcotics violations
add details to be beautiful to look at make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc. make more beautiful
an agenda of things to do the sum charged for riding in a public conveyance a paying (taxi) passenger the food and drink that are regularly served or consumed proceed or get along eat well
corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality lead someone in the wrong direction or give someone wrong directions put a wrong address on
(of the elements) in a wild and stormy manner in a manner marked by extreme or violent energy in an impassioned or very angry manner
walk stiffly follow stealthily or recur constantly and spontaneously to go through (an area) in search of prey having or growing on or from a peduncle or stalk
workplace consisting of farm buildings and cultivated land as a unit be a farmer; work as a farmer collect fees or profits cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques
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a reflex that expels intestinal gas through the anus expel intestinal gases through the anus
appearing as such but not necessarily so represented or appearing as such; pretended
transmit (knowledge or skills) bestow a quality on transmit or serve as the medium for transmission
full of seeds shabby and untidy somewhat ill or prone to illness morally degraded
in a flagrant manner
a contract granting the right to operate a subsidiary business the act of conceding or yielding a point conceded or yielded
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make a search (for) search the trail of (game) bark with prolonged noises, of dogs seek alms, as for religious purposes express the need or desire for; ask for
cast an actor, singer, or dancer in an unsuitable role
suffering from xenophobia; having abnormal fear or hatred of the strange or foreign
a large and hurried swallow a spasmodic reflex of the throat made as if in swallowing to swallow hurriedly or greedily or in one draught utter or make a noise, as when swallowing too quickly
(usually followed by `to') strongly opposed
the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in have flavor; taste of something taste appreciatively give taste to
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cause to go crazy; cause to lose one's mind develop a fine network of cracks driven insane
a reference work (often in several volumes) containing articles on various topics (often arranged in alphabetical order) dealing with the entire range of human knowledge or with some particular specialty
the feeling of being alienated from other people separation resulting from hostility (law) the voluntary and absolute transfer of title and possession of real property from one person to another the action of alienating; the action of causing to become unfriendly
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the act of swimming travel through water be afloat either on or below a liquid surface and not sink to the bottom be dizzy or giddy be covered with or submerged in a liquid move as if gliding through water filled or brimming with tears applied to a fish depicted horizontally
separate into parts or portions perform a division act as a barrier between; stand between come apart make a division or separation force, take, or pull apart separated into parts or pieces having a median strip or island between lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions distributed in portions (often equal) on the basis of a plan or purpose
make a chart of plan in detail represent by means of a graph
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not solved
(of soil) soft and watery having the consistency of dough because of insufficient leavening or improper cooking; it's a doughy mess" slow and apathetic
impossible to break especially under ordinary usage
the branch of pure mathematics dealing with the theory of numerical calculations relating to or involving arithmetic
the lowermost portion of a structure partly or wholly below ground level; often used for storage the ground floor facade or interior in Renaissance architecture
resisting control or authority discontented as toward authority participating in organized resistance to a constituted government
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the state of being allied or confederated a connection based on kinship or marriage or common interest an organization of people (or countries) involved in a pact or treaty a formal agreement establishing an association or alliance between nations or other groups to achieve a particular aim the act of forming an alliance or confederation
have as a part, be made up out of consider as part of something add as part of something else; put in as part of a set, group, or category allow participation in or the right to be part of; permit to exercise the rights, functions, and responsibilities of
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refer to
make reference to make mention of commend
caramelized sugar cooled in thin sheets having little elasticity; hence easily cracked or fractured or snapped lacking warmth and generosity of spirit (of metal or glass) not annealed and consequently easily cracked or fractured
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a radical supporter of political or social revolution in opposition to a civil authority or government
in a striking manner
visionary British poet and painter (1757-1827)
being on the outside or further from a center located outside being on or toward the outside of the body not allowed to continue to bat or run being out or having grown cold not worth considering as a possibility out of power; especially having been unsuccessful in an election excluded from use or mention directed outward or serving to direct something outward no longer fashionable outside or external outer or outlying knocked unconscious by a heavy blow
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containing an unusual amount of grease or oil smeared or soiled with grease or oil
of writing or narration; divided into or composed of episodes occurring or appearing at usually irregular intervals limited in duration to a single episode
the common people generally the property of a body that causes it to have weight in a gravitational field (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent an ill-structured collection of similar things (objects or people) (Roman Catholic Church and Protestant Churches) the celebration of the Eucharist a body of matter without definite shape the common people generally the property of something that is great in magnitude a musical setting for a Mass a sequence of prayers constituting the Christian Eucharistic rite a shot in billiards made by hitting the cue ball with the cue held nearly vertically; the cue ball spins around another ball before hitting the object ball join together into a mass or collect or form a mass
a ceremonial dinner party for many people a meal that is well prepared and greatly enjoyed provide a feast or banquet for partake in a feast or banquet
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a young person of either sex
a public declaration of intentions (as issued by a political party or government)
so as to arouse or deserve laughter
the context and environment in which something is set the state of the environment in which a situation exists arrangement of scenery and properties to represent the place where a play or movie is enacted the set of facts or circumstances that surround a situation or event the physical position of something a table service for one person a mounting consisting of a piece of metal (as in a ring or other jewelry) that holds a gem in place put into a certain place or abstract location fix conclusively or authoritatively decide upon or fix definitely establish as the highest level or best performance put into a certain state; cause to be in a certain state fix in a border make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc set to a certain position or cause to operate correctly locate disappear beyond the horizon adapt for performance in a different way put or set (seeds, seedlings, or plants) into the ground apply or start become gelatinous set in type put into a position that will restore a normal state insert (a nail or screw below the surface, as into a countersink) give a fine, sharp edge to a knife or razor urge to attack someone estimate equip with sails or masts get ready for a particular purpose or event alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard bear fruit arrange attractively
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a native or inhabitant of Korea who speaks the Korean language the Altaic language spoken by Koreans
surface layer of ground containing a mat of grass and grass roots the territory claimed by a juvenile gang as its own range of jurisdiction or influence cover (the ground) with a surface layer of grass or grass roots
free of extraneous elements of any kind without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers (of color) being chromatically pure; not diluted with white or grey or black free from discordant qualities concerned with theory and data rather than practice; opposed to applied (used of persons or behaviors) having no faults; sinless in a state of sexual virginity
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the area in which something exists or lives extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle envelop completely surround so as to force to give up surround with a wall in order to fortify
an adornment worn on the forehead a drapery that covers the front of an altar the face or front of a building belonging to the front part of or relating to the front of an advancing mass of air meeting front to front of or adjacent to the forehead or frontal bone
a movement upward organized opposition to authority; a conflict in which one faction tries to wrest control from another move upward increase in value or to a higher point rise to one's feet rise up come to the surface come into existence; take on form or shape move to a better position in life or to a better job go up or advance become more extreme get up and out of bed rise in rank or status become heartened or elated exert oneself to meet a challenge take part in a rebellion; renounce a former allegiance increase in volume come up, of celestial bodies return from the dead advancing or becoming higher or greater in degree or value or status sloping upward coming to maturity newly come into prominence
a vessel in which cream is agitated to separate butterfat from buttermilk stir (cream) vigorously in order to make butter be agitated
a drawback or difficulty that is not readily evident the quantity that was caught a person regarded as a good matrimonial prospect anything that is caught (especially if it is worth catching) a break or check in the voice (usually a sign of strong emotion) a restraint that checks the motion of something a fastener that fastens or locks a door or window a cooperative game in which a ball is passed back and forth the act of catching an object with the hands the act of apprehending (especially apprehending a criminal) discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state perceive with the senses quickly, suddenly, or momentarily reach with a blow or hit in a particular spot take hold of so as to seize or restrain or stop the motion of succeed in catching or seizing, especially after a chase to hook or entangle attract and fix capture as if by hunting, snaring, or trapping reach in time get or regain something necessary, usually quickly or briefly catch up with and possibly overtake be struck or affected by check oneself during an action hear, usually without the knowledge of the speakers see or watch cause to become accidentally or suddenly caught, ensnared, or entangled detect a blunder or misstep grasp with the mind or develop an understanding of contract start burning perceive by hearing suffer from the receipt of attract; cause to be enamored apprehend and reproduce accurately take in and retain spread or be communicated be the catcher become aware of delay or hold up; prevent from proceeding on schedule or as planned
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liquid excretory product
a colloid in a more solid form than a sol a thin translucent membrane used over stage lights for color effects become a gel apply a styling gel to
(of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves not easily irritated
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(with `in') guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child the force of workers available the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb a hired laborer on a farm or ranch something written by hand ability a position given by its location to the side of an object the cards held in a card game by a given player at any given time one of two sides of an issue a rotating pointer on the face of a timepiece a unit of length equal to 4 inches; used in measuring horses a member of the crew of a ship a card player in a game of bridge a round of applause to signify approval terminal part of the forelimb in certain vertebrates (e.g. apes or kangaroos) physical assistance place into the hands or custody of guide or conduct or usher somewhere
the side that is forward or prominent the line along which opposing armies face each other the outward appearance of a person the side that is seen or that goes first a person used as a cover for some questionable activity a sphere of activity involving effort (meteorology) the atmospheric phenomenon created at the boundary between two different air masses the immediate proximity of someone or something the part of something that is nearest to the normal viewer a group of people with a common ideology who try together to achieve certain general goals be oriented in a certain direction, often with respect to another reference point; be opposite to confront bodily relating to or located in the front
record in detail support or supply with references furnished with or supported by documents established as genuine
United States blues musician who transcribed and published traditional blues music (1873-1958) easy to reach easy to use skillful with the hands
the ability to read and write
manifest or bring back reflect deeply on a subject to throw or bend back (from a surface) be bright by reflecting or casting light show an image of give evidence of a certain behavior give evidence of the quality of causing reflection or having a device that reflects
United States poet (1869-1950) an artist of consummate skill a person who has general authority over others a combatant who is able to defeat rivals directs the work of others presiding officer of a school an original creation (i.e., an audio recording) from which copies can be made an officer who is licensed to command a merchant ship someone who holds a master's degree from academic institution an authority qualified to teach apprentices key that secures entrance everywhere be or become completely proficient or skilled in get on top of; deal with successfully have dominance or the power to defeat over have a firm understanding or knowledge of; be on top of
a youth subculture that began in London in the early 1960s; a working-class movement with highly stylized dress and short hair; listened to rhythm and blues music and travelled on motor scooters a British teenager or young adult in the 1960s; noted for their clothes consciousness and opposition to the rockers
a loud low dull continuous noise a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone show one's unhappiness or critical attitude make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath to utter or emit low dull rumbling sounds make a low noise continuous full and low-pitched throbbing sound
being long-lasting and recurrent or characterized by long suffering of long duration habitual
brief and to the point; effectively cut short; `yes'"
the body of faculty and students at a university establishment where a seat of higher learning is housed, including administrative and living quarters as well as facilities for research and teaching a large and diverse institution of higher learning created to educate for life and for a profession and to grant degrees
any final competition to determine a championship
steal goods; take as spoils search thoroughly
a small flat rectangular piece of glass on which specimens can be mounted for microscopic study (geology) the descent of a large mass of earth or rocks or snow etc. (music) rapid sliding up or down the musical scale plaything consisting of a sloping chute down which children can slide the act of moving smoothly along a surface while remaining in contact with it a transparency mounted in a frame; viewed with a slide projector sloping channel through which things can descend move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner to pass or move unobtrusively or smoothly move smoothly along a surface
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how something is done or how it happens a particular functioning condition or arrangement a classification of propositions on the basis of whether they claim necessity or possibility or impossibility verb inflections that express how the action or state is conceived by the speaker any of various fixed orders of the various diatonic notes within an octave the most frequent value of a random variable
in an uneven and irregular way in a ragged uneven manner in an unequal or partial manner
the act of causing something to move up and down (or back and forth) with quick movements a shaky motion move or cause to move back and forth move with or as if with a tremor shake or vibrate rapidly and intensively move back and forth or sideways undermine or cause to waver stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of get rid of bring to a specified condition by or as if by shaking shake (a body part) to communicate a greeting, feeling, or cognitive state
someone motivated by desires for sensual pleasures
make lighter or brighter make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear add embellishments and paintings to (medieval manuscripts)
a reciprocal relation between interdependent entities (objects or individuals or groups)
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showing no visible emotion not shrinking from danger
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the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on an object with a spherical shape a sphere on which a map (especially of the earth) is represented
a communist state in the Caribbean on the island of Cuba the largest island in the West Indies
an often persistent bodily disorder or disease; a cause for complaining
informal terms for a mother a master's degree in arts and sciences one thousandth of an ampere a state in New England; one of the original 13 colonies
English novelist noted for her insightful portrayals of middle-class families (1775-1817)
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the region of the shore of a lake or sea or ocean a loose material consisting of grains of rock or coral French writer known for works concerning women's rights and independence (1804-1876) fortitude and determination rub with sandpaper
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any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal how much there is or how many there are of something that you can quantify a statute in draft before it becomes law the act or process of assigning numbers to phenomena according to a rule a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated (prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse musical notation for a repeating pattern of musical beats measuring instrument having a sequence of marks at regular intervals; used as a reference in making measurements a container of some standard capacity that is used to obtain fixed amounts of a substance determine the measurements of something or somebody, take measurements of express as a number or measure or quantity have certain dimensions evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of
inquire into travel to or penetrate into examine minutely examine (organs) for diagnostic purposes
the boundary line or the area immediately inside the boundary an amount beyond the minimum necessary the amount of collateral a customer deposits with a broker when borrowing from the broker to buy securities (finance) the net sales minus the cost of goods and services sold the blank space that surrounds the text on a page a permissible difference; allowing some freedom to move within limits
United States jazz musician who moved from ragtime to New Orleans jazz (1885-1941)
a special offering (usually temporary and at a reduced price) that is featured in advertising a dish or meal given prominence in e.g. a restaurant a television production that features a particular person or work or topic unique or specific to a person or thing or category for a special service or occasion surpassing what is common or usual or expected adapted to or reserved for a particular purpose having a specific function or scope first and most important added to a regular schedule
intrude in other people's affairs or business; interfere unwantedly
any of various burrowing animals of the family Leporidae having long ears and short tails; some domesticated and raised for pets or food the fur of a rabbit flesh of any of various rabbits or hares (wild or domesticated) eaten as food hunt rabbits
in secrecy; not openly not openly; inwardly
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being ten more than one hundred thirty
moderately warm feeling or showing little interest or enthusiasm
an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention
a policy of taking direct and militant action to achieve a political or social goal
in a shameful manner in violation of the law; in a criminal manner
a linear unit of measurement (equal to 6 feet) for water depth (mining) a unit of volume (equal to 6 cubic feet) used in measuring bodies of ore come to understand measure the depth of (a body of water) with a sounding line
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a person who is professionally engaged in the analysis and interpretation of works of art anyone who expresses a reasoned judgment of something someone who frequently finds fault or makes harsh and unfair judgments
an area where many people go for recreation yard consisting of an outdoor area for children's play
marked by great carelessness in a careless or reckless manner directly
events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something a justification for something existing or happening a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end any entity that produces an effect or is responsible for events or results a comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner
to gain with effort
(psychoanalysis) purging of emotional tensions purging the body by the use of a cathartic to stimulate evacuation of the bowels
the action of accomplishing something
a gradual decline (in size or strength or power or number) grow smaller become smaller decrease in phase become pale and sickly
a state of deeply felt distress or sorrow
cheap and inferior; of no value tastelessly showy
fermented juice (of grapes especially) a red as dark as red wine drink wine treat to wine be the winner in a contest or competition; be victorious win something through one's efforts obtain advantages, such as points, etc. attain success or reach a desired goal
light informal conversation for social occasions talk socially without exchanging too much information
of or like the novels of Charles Dickens (especially with regard to poor social and economic conditions)
any weakening or degeneration (especially through lack of use) wither, as with a loss of moisture lose freshness, vigor, or vitality wreaking or capable of wreaking complete destruction making light of
make dizzy or giddy
hold in a tight grasp squeeze together tightly
without light in a dark glowering menacing manner
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the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others the act of being present (at a meeting or event etc.) be present at (meetings, church services, university), etc. take charge of or deal with to accompany as a circumstance or follow as a result work for or be a servant to give heed (to)
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly') so as to be complete; with everything necessary
a matrix formed by interchanging the rows and columns of a given matrix change the order or arrangement of transfer from one place or period to another cause to change places transfer a quantity from one side of an equation to the other side reversing its sign, in order to maintain equality put (a piece of music) into another key exchange positions without a change in value change key
dance to jive music; dance the jive
walk impeded by some physical limitation or injury hamper the action or progress of strap the foreleg and hind leg together on each side (of a horse) in order to keep the legs on the same side moving in unison
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the historic period from about 1600 until 1750 when the baroque style of art, architecture, and music flourished in Europe elaborate and extensive ornamentation in decorative art and architecture that flourished in Europe in the 17th century having elaborate symmetrical ornamentation of or relating to or characteristic of the elaborately ornamented style of architecture, art, and music popular in Europe between 1600 and 1750
absentminded dreaming while awake an abstracted state of absorption
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cover completely or make imperceptible get rid of as if by submerging die from being submerged in water, getting water into the lungs, and asphyxiating kill by submerging in water be covered with or submerged in a liquid
a city in the northern panhandle of West Virginia on the Ohio river propelling something on wheels change directions as if revolving on a pivot wheel somebody or something move along on or as if on wheels or a wheeled vehicle ride a bicycle
troops belonging to the enemy's military forces characterized by enmity or ill will not belonging to your own country's forces or those of an ally impossible to bring into friendly accord very unfavorable to life or growth unsolicited and resisted by the management of the target company ( used of attempts to buy or take control of a business)
lacking companions or companionship characterized by or preferring solitude being the only one; single and isolated from others
draw back, as with fear or pain show submission or fear
an established line of travel or access an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation send documents or materials to appropriate destinations send via a specific route divert in a specified direction
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having or marked by confidence or assurance persuaded of; very sure not liable to error in judgment or action
a timepiece that measures a time interval and signals its end (sports) an official who keeps track of the time elapsed a regulator that activates or deactivates a mechanism at set times
a more or less definite period of time now or previously present an arithmetic operation that is the inverse of division; the product of two numbers is computed an instance or single occasion for some event a period of time considered as a resource under your control and sufficient to accomplish something an indefinite period (usually marked by specific attributes or activities) a suitable moment the continuum of experience in which events pass from the future through the present to the past a person's experience on a particular occasion a reading of a point in time as given by a clock the fourth coordinate that is required (along with three spatial dimensions) to specify a physical event rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration the period of time a prisoner is imprisoned measure the time or duration of an event or action or the person who performs an action in a certain period of time assign a time for an activity or event set the speed, duration, or execution of regulate or set the time of adjust so that a force is applied and an action occurs at the desired time
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a funeral lament sung with loud wailing express grief verbally having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions intense or sharp very good painful as if caused by a sharp instrument having a sharp cutting edge or point
a tiny or scarcely detectable amount a small piece of cloth or paper tear into shreds
a bold challenge discord resulting from a clash of ideas or opinions a hostile disagreement face-to-face the act of hostile groups opposing each other a focussed comparison; bringing together for a careful comparison
something that can be relied on when needed an actor able to replace a regular performer when required
a person who backs a politician or a team etc. the principal character in a work of fiction
measure the time or duration of an event or action or the person who performs an action in a certain period of time assign a time for an activity or event set the speed, duration, or execution of regulate or set the time of adjust so that a force is applied and an action occurs at the desired time regularly spaced in time
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a cocktail made of tequila and triple sec with lime and lemon juice
state capital of Texas on the Colorado River; site of the University of Texas
show to be reasonable or provide adequate ground for show to be right by providing justification or proof defend, explain, clear away, or make excuses for by reasoning let off the hook adjust the spaces between words
roused to anger affected with madness or insanity marked by uncontrolled excitement or emotion very foolish
a state of high honor brilliant radiant beauty an indication of radiant light drawn around the head of a saint rejoice proudly
of or concerned with or related to the future
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United States anatomist who identified four pituitary hormones and discovered vitamin E (1882-1971) British archaeologist who excavated the palace of Knossos in Crete to find what he called Minoan civilization (1851-1941)
attain success or reach a desired goal be the successor (of)
in a beseeching manner
having great power or force or potency or effect strong enough to knock down or overwhelm having great influence (of a person) possessing physical strength and weight; rugged and powerful displaying superhuman strength or power (Southern regional intensive) very; to a great degree
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given to examining own sensory and perceptual experiences
of or relating to the heart
prove to be of unsound mind or demonstrate someone's incompetence cause to appear foolish deprive of strength or efficiency; make useless or worthless
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exaggerate or make bigger fill with gas or air cause prices to rise by increasing the available currency or credit increase the amount or availability of, creating a rise in value become inflated
a person who drinks liquids a person who drinks alcoholic beverages (especially to excess)
denote or connote convey or express a meaning make known with a word or signal
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indicating exactness or preciseness in a precise manner just as it should be
an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone a degree or grade of excellence or worth a characteristic property that defines the apparent individual nature of something (music) the distinctive property of a complex sound (a voice or noise or musical sound) high social status of superior grade of high social status
the activity of keeping something secret the state of being hidden prevent from being seen or discovered be or go into hiding; keep out of sight, as for protection and safety cover as if with a shroud make undecipherable or imperceptible by obscuring or concealing
enduring strength and energy the male reproductive organ of a flower
a list of musical selections for performance or for broadcast by radio
causing destruction or much damage
in a stringent manner
someone who practices a learned profession
enlarged beyond truth or reasonableness of or relating to a hyperbola
massive plantigrade carnivorous or omnivorous mammals with long shaggy coats and strong claws an investor with a pessimistic market outlook; an investor who expects prices to fall and so sells now in order to buy later at a lower price have cause to be born put up with something or somebody unpleasant move while holding up or supporting bring forth, "The apple tree bore delicious apples this year" take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person contain or hold; have within bring in have on one's person behave in a certain manner have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices support or hold in a certain manner be pregnant with
a member of a Mayan people of southwestern Guatemala a Mayan language spoken by the Mam
existing for a long time capable of withstanding wear and tear and decay very long lasting
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(military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons) an offensive move in a sport or game intense adverse criticism ideas or actions intended to deal with a problem or situation the act of attacking a decisive manner of beginning a musical tone or phrase a sudden occurrence of an uncontrollable condition the onset of a corrosive or destructive process (as by a chemical agent) strong criticism launch an attack or assault on; begin hostilities or start warfare with attack in speech or writing take the initiative and go on the offensive attack someone physically or emotionally set to work upon; turn one's energies vigorously to a task begin to injure
(slang) a merchant who deals in shoddy or inferior merchandise
change toward something smaller or lower a condition inferior to an earlier condition; a gradual falling off from a better state a gradual decrease; as of stored charge or current a downward slope or bend grow worse refuse to accept show unwillingness towards grow smaller go down go down in value inflect for number, gender, case, etc., "in many languages, speakers decline nouns, pronouns, and adjectives"
arrange or fold as a cover or protection arrange or or coil around enclose or enfold completely with or as if with a covering crash into so as to coil around covered with or as if with clothes or a wrap or cloak giving or marked by complete attention to enclosed securely in a covering of paper or the like
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completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers in a perfect or faultless way
the final match between the winners of all previous matches in an elimination tournament an examination administered at the end of an academic term occurring at or forming an end or termination conclusive in a process or progression not to be altered or undone
United States social reformer who proposed an old-age pension sponsored by the federal government; his plan was a precursor to Social Security (1867-1960)
having a tendency (to); often used in combination lying face downward
not to your liking unpleasant to interact with not agreeing with your tastes or expectations
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a person hired to fight for another country than their own marked by materialism serving for wages in a foreign army profit oriented
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interpret (a text or an artwork) by the method of deconstructing
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impose a penalty on; inflict punishment on
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indicating exactness or preciseness just as it should be in a precise manner
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a database containing an ordered array of items (names or topics) the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of include in a list cause to lean to the side tilt to one side enumerate
material produced by or used in a reaction involving changes in atoms or molecules
exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage the action of touching with the hands (or the skillful use of the hands) or by the use of mechanical means
any of various primates with short tails or no tail at all someone who copies the words or behavior of another person who resembles a nonhuman primate imitate uncritically and in every aspect represent in or produce a caricature of
covering with fine light hairs indistinct or hazy in outline confused and not coherent; not clearly thought out
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overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuli charge someone with too many tasks cover completely or make imperceptible overcome by superior force so strong as to be irresistible very intense
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the act of changing something to bring it up to date (usually by adding something) modernize or bring up to date bring up to date; supply with recent information bring to the latest state of technology
the part of an organism (human or animal) that connects the head to the rest of the body a narrow elongated projecting strip of land a cut of meat from the neck of an animal a narrow part of an artifact that resembles a neck in position or form an opening in a garment for the neck of the wearer; a part of the garment near the wearer's neck kiss, embrace, or fondle with sexual passion
someone who manufactures something someone who finds financing for and supervises the making and presentation of a show (play or film or program or similar work) something that produces
compose a sequence of dance steps, often to music plan and oversee the development and details of
a representation of a person or scene in the form of a print or transparent slide; recorded by a camera on light-sensitive material record on photographic film undergo being photographed in a certain way
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a mountain or tall hill
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a graphic or vivid verbal description the act of describing distinctive characteristics or essential features acting the part of a character on stage; dramatically representing the character by speech and action and gesture
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a will to succeed a cherished desire a manner of articulation involving an audible release of breath the act of inhaling; the drawing in of air (or other gases) as in breathing
a sound defeat the act of inflicting corporal punishment with repeated blows give a thrashing to; beat hard move or stir about violently dance the slam dance beat so fast that (the heart's) output starts dropping until (it) does not manage to pump out blood at all move data into and out of core rather than performing useful computation beat the seeds out of a grain beat thoroughly and conclusively in a competition or fight
rude and boorish having a bad disposition; surly
call upon in supplication; entreat make a solicitation or entreaty for something; request urgently or persistently ask to obtain free dodge, avoid answering, or take for granted
in a shapeless manner
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a lamp for providing momentary light to take a photograph
the act of transgressing; the violation of a law or a duty or moral principle the spreading of the sea over land as evidenced by the deposition of marine strata over terrestrial strata the action of going beyond or overstepping some boundary or limit
extremely well in an impressively beautiful manner
German mathematician responsible for the Mobius strip (1790-1868)
flashily stylish
lay bare make public lay bare completely unclothed lacking in amplitude or quantity not having a protective covering lacking its natural or customary covering just barely adequate or within a lower limit apart from anything else; without additions or modifications lacking a surface finish such as paint providing no shelter or sustenance having everything extraneous removed including contents lacking embellishment or ornamentation
a person who yawns
give something useful or necessary to give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance determine (what is to happen in certain contingencies), especially by including a proviso condition or stipulation mount or put up make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain supply means of subsistence; earn a living take measures in preparation for
the quality of having little or no significance
mark as different detect with the senses be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense make conspicuous or noteworthy identify as in botany or biology, for example (used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation used of a person's appearance or behavior; befitting an eminent person
the money risked on a gamble the act of gambling maintain with or as if with a bet stake on the outcome of an issue have faith or confidence in
a lyric poet an ornamental caparison for a horse put a caparison on
an object or statement produced before a court of law and referred to while giving evidence something shown to the public show an attribute, property, knowledge, or skill to show, make visible or apparent give an exhibition of to an interested audience walk ostentatiously
(mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of another set (the range of the function) what something is used for the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group a relation such that one thing is dependent on another a formal or official social gathering or ceremony a vaguely specified social event a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program perform as expected when applied serve a purpose, role, or function perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function
ensure observance of laws and rules;  compel to behave in a certain way forced or compelled or put in force
a wicked or evil person; someone who does evil deliberately the principal bad character in a film or work of fiction
a state of abeyance or suspended business a small concavity an arm off of a larger body of water (often between rocky headlands) an enclosure that is set back or indented a pause from doing something (as work) put into a recess make a recess in close at the end of a session
without good reason with few burdens with little weight or force indulging with temperance with indifference or without dejection in a small quantity or extent to a slight degree
not made or become different remaining in an original state
of an achromatic color of any lightness intermediate between the extremes of white and black
intense and profound fear something that inspires dislike; something horrible intense aversion
disdainfully or ironically humorous; scornful and mocking
teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment raise from a barbaric to a civilized state having a high state of culture and development both social and technological marked by refinement in taste and manners
United States cartoonist who drew intricate diagrams of very complicated and impractical contraptions that accomplished little or nothing (1883-1970)
an elaborate analytical or explanatory essay or discussion
a word picture of a person's appearance and character any likeness of a person, in any medium
a condition requiring relief anything that is necessary but lacking the psychological feature that arouses an organism to action toward a desired goal; the reason for the action; that which gives purpose and direction to behavior a state of extreme poverty or destitution require as useful, just, or proper have need of have or feel a need for
a line that indicates a boundary the boundary line or the area immediately inside the boundary the boundary of a surface a decorative recessed or relieved surface on an edge a strip forming the outer edge of something extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle form the boundary of; be contiguous to enclose in or as if in a frame provide with a border or edge lie adjacent to another or share a boundary
the act of removing the contents of something make void or empty of contents become empty or void of its content leave behind empty; move out of remove excrete or discharge from the body
smooth and unconstrained in movement expressing yourself readily, clearly, effectively
insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous the illegitimate offspring of unmarried parents derogatory term for a variation that is not genuine; something irregular or inferior or of dubious origin fraudulent; having a misleading appearance
bestow in large quantities arrange in stacks fill to overflow
a professional boxer who weighs between 131 and 135 pounds someone who is unimportant but cheeky and presumptuous an amateur boxer who weighs no more than 132 pounds a wrestler who weighs 139-154 pounds weighing relatively little compared with another item or object of similar use having no importance or influence
not mixed with impurities without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers
a person who is being chased carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in follow in or as if in pursuit go in search of or hunt for carry further or advance followed with enmity as if to harm
(usually followed by `to') having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something have the skills and qualifications to do things well having inherent physical or mental ability or capacity having a strong healthy body
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a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war an energetic attempt to achieve something an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals) battle or contend against in or as if in a battle
go on board set out on (an enterprise or subject of study) proceed somewhere despite the risk of possible dangers
with competence; in a competent capable manner
an archaic term for a boundary an archaic term for a goal or destination
a person related by blood or marriage an animal or plant that bears a relationship to another (as related by common descent or by membership in the same genus)
distribute loosely cause (a liquid) to spatter about, especially with force rain gently scatter with liquid; wet lightly
being of crucial importance
a plan for attaining a particular goal
the act of rearranging things to give a misleading impression throwing and catching several objects simultaneously influence by slyness manipulate by or as if by moving around components deal with simultaneously throw, catch, and keep in the air several things simultaneously hold with difficulty and balance insecurely
an automotive vehicle suitable for hauling a handcart that has a frame with two low wheels and a ledge at the bottom and handles at the top; used to move crates or other heavy objects convey (goods etc.) by truck
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relating to languages derived from Latin
a name given to a product or service a recognizable kind identification mark on skin, made by burning a piece of wood that has been burned or is burning a symbol of disgrace or infamy a cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard burn with a branding iron to indicate ownership; of animals to accuse or condemn or openly or formally or brand as disgraceful mark with a brand or trademark mark or expose as infamous
tropical American prickly pear of Jamaica important warm-water fatty fish of the genus Thunnus of the family Scombridae; usually served as steaks any very large marine food and game fish of the genus Thunnus; related to mackerel; chiefly of warm waters New Zealand eel
a speech that is open to the public a lengthy rebuke teaching by giving a discourse on some subject (typically to a class) deliver a lecture or talk censure severely or angrily
switch (a car's headlights) from a higher to a lower beam become dim or lusterless make dim or lusterless make dim by comparison or conceal become vague or indistinct
distance measured in miles the ratio of the number of miles traveled to the number of gallons of gasoline burned a travel allowance at a given rate per mile traveled
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a designated limit beyond which something cannot function or must be terminated a route shorter than the usual one a device that terminates the flow in a pipe
with passion in a stormy or violent manner
a detail that is considered insignificant
an atmosphere in which visibility is reduced because of a cloud of some substance make dark, dim, or gloomy
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an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions (usually plural) the goal with respect to a marriage proposal an act of intending; a volition that you intend to carry out
imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind view the outline of by means of an X-ray form a mental picture of something that is invisible or abstract make visible
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the time when something ends transfer by a lease or by a will
deliver a lecture or talk censure severely or angrily
an overwhelming feeling of wonder or admiration a feeling of profound respect for someone or something inspire awe in
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spectators at a golf or tennis match a porch along the outside of a building (sometimes partly enclosed) a room or series of rooms where works of art are exhibited a long usually narrow room used for some specific purpose a covered corridor (especially one extending along the wall of a building and supported with arches or columns) narrow recessed balcony area along an upper floor on the interior of a building; usually marked by a colonnade a horizontal (or nearly horizontal) passageway in a mine
reproducer in which two microphones feed two or more loudspeakers to give a three-dimensional effect to the sound two photographs taken from slightly different angles that appear three-dimensional when viewed together designating sound transmission from two sources through two channels
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon the outcome of an event especially as relative to an individual having important effects or influence
not possible to deny
an unhappy and worried mental state the act of disturbing the mind or body a physical condition in which there is a disturbance of normal functioning a tool used to thicken or spread metal (the end of a bar or a rivet etc.) by forging or hammering or swaging the act of upsetting something an improbable and unexpected victory disturb the balance or stability of cause to lose one's composure move deeply cause to overturn from an upright or normal position form metals with a swage defeat suddenly and unexpectedly afflicted with or marked by anxious uneasiness or trouble or grief thrown into a state of disarray or confusion used of an unexpected defeat of a team favored to win mildly physically distressed having been turned so that the bottom is no longer the bottom
hear, usually without the knowledge of the speakers
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affect with wonder surprising greatly so surprisingly impressive as to stun or overwhelm
(law) the institution of a sequence of steps by which legal judgments are invoked a written account of what transpired at a meeting (law) the institution of a sequence of steps by which legal judgments are invoked continue talking move ahead; travel onward in time or space follow a procedure or take a course follow a certain course continue a certain state, condition, or activity
very irritable having or covered with protective barbs or quills or spines or thorns or setae etc.
an informal photograph; usually made with a small hand-held camera
to an undeniable degree or in an undeniable manner
an easy victory someone who flees from an uncongenial situation completely out of control
a person who is deemed to be despicable or contemptible a defeat in a game where one side fails to score street names for marijuana American musteline mammal typically ejecting an intensely malodorous fluid when startled; in some classifications put in a separate subfamily Mephitinae defeat by a lurch
a vague idea in which some confidence is placed an outward appearance a clear and telling mental image a concavity in a surface produced by pressing a symbol that is the result of printing or engraving all the copies of a work printed at one time (dentistry) an imprint of the teeth and gums in wax or plaster an impressionistic portrayal of a person the act of pressing one thing on or into the surface of another
come out into view, as from concealment come out of become known or apparent come up to the surface of or rise happen or occur as a result of something coming to maturity coming into existence
United States saxophonist and leader of the bop style of jazz (1920-1955) United States writer noted for her sharp wit (1893-1967)
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British philologist and writer of fantasies (born in South Africa) (1892-1973)
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located, suited for, or taking place within a building within doors
used to indicate that a statement explains or supports a previous statement; anyhow, they're quiet"; anyway, it's gone"; in any case, there was a brief scuffle" in any way whatsoever
the arch of hair above each eye
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not initiated; deficient in relevant experience
an enlisted man or woman who serves in an army a wingless sterile ant or termite having a large head and powerful jaws adapted for defending the colony serve as a soldier in the military
a public promotion of some product or service
a protective covering or structure armor carried on the arm to intercept blows hard outer covering or case of certain organisms such as arthropods and turtles protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm hold back a thought or feeling about
having characteristics that attract love or affection
a person's partner in marriage an associate in an activity or endeavor or sphere of common interest a person who is a member of a partnership provide with a partner act as a partner
a feeling of grudging admiration and desire to have something that is possessed by another spite and resentment at seeing the success of another (personified as one of the deadly sins) feel envious towards; admire enviously be envious of; set one's heart on
the conscious subjective aspect of feeling or emotion have an effect upon act physically on; have an effect upon connect closely and often incriminatingly make believe with the intent to deceive have an emotional or cognitive impact upon
use as a basis for; found on situate as a center of operations use (purified cocaine) by burning it and inhaling the fumes having a base having a base of operations (often used as a combining form)
not brought to the desired final state not brought to an end or conclusion lacking a surface finish such as paint
earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages acquire or deserve by one's efforts or actions gained or acquired; especially through merit or as a result of effort or action
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the contestant who wins the contest a gambler who wins a bet a person with a record of successes
an ambitious and aspiring young person having or manifesting hope full or promise
reduce the level of land, as by erosion reduce in worth or character, usually verbally lower the grade of something; reduce its worth harmful to the mind or morals used of conduct; characterized by dishonor
any red eruption of the skin a series of unexpected and unpleasant occurrences imprudently incurring risk marked by defiant disregard for danger or consequences
conspicuously and offensively loud; given to vehement outcry of speech sounds produced by forcing air through a constricted passage (as `f', `s', `z', or `th' in both `thin' and `then') being sharply insistent on being heard unpleasantly loud and harsh
participating readily in reactions reacting to a stimulus
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engraving or carving in low relief on a stone (as in a brooch or ring)
loud enough to cause (temporary) hearing loss extremely ominous
a substance that can be consumed to produce energy provide with a combustible substance that provides energy provide with fuel take in fuel, as of a ship stimulate
of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity considered individually distinctly dissimilar or unlike having great diversity or variety
have an element suggestive (of something) smell badly and offensively be wet with sweat or blood, as of one's face give off smoke, fumes, warm vapour, steam, etc. wet with secreted or exuded moisture such as sweat or tears giving off a strong unpleasant smell
a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck a push button at an outer door that gives a ringing or buzzing signal when pushed the sound of a bell being struck (nautical) each of the eight half-hour units of nautical time signaled by strokes of a ship's bell; eight bells signals 4:00, 8:00, or 12:00 o'clock, either a.m. or p.m. the shape of a bell a phonetician and father of Alexander Graham Bell (1819-1905) English painter; sister of Virginia Woolf; prominent member of the Bloomsbury Group (1879-1961) United States inventor (born in Scotland) of the telephone (1847-1922) a percussion instrument consisting of a set of tuned bells that are struck with a hammer; used as an orchestral instrument the flared opening of a tubular device attach a bell to
overbearing pride evidenced by a superior manner toward inferiors
spend frivolously and unwisely
to gain with effort
an elaborate or deceitful scheme contrived to deceive or evade a quick evasive movement a statement that evades the question by cleverness or trickery make a sudden movement in a new direction so as to avoid move to and fro or from place to place usually in an irregular course avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)
make happy or satisfied yield (to); give satisfaction to
adhering to moral principles
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filled or abounding with fog or mist wet with mist
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valuable flesh of fatty fish from shallow waters of northern Atlantic or Pacific; usually salted or pickled commercially important food fish of northern waters of both Atlantic and Pacific
(usually plural) work clothing consisting of denim trousers (usually with a bib and shoulder straps) a loose protective coverall or smock worn over ordinary clothing for dirty work involving only main features including everything
make flat or flatter become flat or flatter lower the pitch of (musical notes)
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the cardinal number that is the product of ten and twelve being ten more than one hundred ten
(anatomy) the point of connection between two bones or elements of a skeleton (especially if it allows motion) a disreputable place of entertainment the shape or manner in which things come together and a connection is made a piece of meat roasted or for roasting and of a size for slicing into more than one portion junction by which parts or objects are joined together marijuana leaves rolled into a cigarette for smoking fit as if by joints provide with a joint fasten with a joint separate (meat) at the joint united or combined affecting or involving two or more involving both houses of a legislature
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make legal show or affirm to be just and legitimate make (an illegitimate child) legitimate; declare the legitimacy of (someone) of marriages and offspring; recognized as lawful based on known statements or events or conditions in accordance with recognized or accepted standards or principles authorized, sanctioned by, or in accordance with law
the shape or manner in which things come together and a connection is made a set containing all and only the members of two or more given sets become part of; become a member of a group or organization cause to become joined or linked come into the company of make contact or come together be or become joined or united or linked
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a person who buys
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a manner of speaking that is natural to native speakers of a language
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of uncertain outcome; especially fraught with risk marked by skill in deception
tiresomely long; seemingly without end infinitely great in number having no known beginning and presumably no end having the ends united so as to form a continuous whole
a state of confusion and disorderliness the trait of being untidy and messy
a process in which something passes by degrees to a different stage (especially a more advanced or mature stage) (biology) the sequence of events involved in the evolutionary development of a species or taxonomic group of organisms
clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment capable of being seen or noticed
give a structure to
stuff too much upholstered thickly and deeply
having or showing arrogant superiority to and disdain of those one views as unworthy
in a heavy and oppressive way
adjust for (better) functioning adjust the pitches of (musical instruments)
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the act of conducting a controlled test or investigation the testing of an idea a venture at something new or different to conduct a test or investigation try something new, as in order to gain experience
teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions fill, as with a certain quality undergo the process of infusion let sit in a liquid to extract a flavor or to cleanse introduce into the body through a vein, for therapeutic purposes
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the mother of your father or mother
include or contain; have as a component contain or hold; have within lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits be divisible by be capable of holding or containing hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of
a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence the property of producing accurately a note of a given pitch the adjustment of a radio receiver or other circuit to a required frequency adjust for (better) functioning adjust the pitches of (musical instruments)
showing lack of careful thought without care or thought for others; `Let them eat cake'"
cover or stain with slime take off weight covered with or resembling slime
liquid excretory product informal terms for urination eliminate urine
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a woman whose husband is dead especially one who has not remarried cause to be without a spouse
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desire for sensual pleasures
the wood of broad-leaved dicotyledonous trees (as distinguished from the wood of conifers)
throw or toss with a light motion lightly throw to see which side comes up throw carelessly move or stir about violently throw or cast away agitate
building material used as siding or roofing frothy drink of milk and flavoring and sometimes fruit or ice cream a note that alternates rapidly with another note a semitone above it grasping and shaking a person's hand (as to acknowledge an introduction or to agree on a contract) a reflex motion caused by cold or fear or excitement causing to move repeatedly from side to side move or cause to move back and forth move with or as if with a tremor shake or vibrate rapidly and intensively move back and forth or sideways undermine or cause to waver stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of get rid of bring to a specified condition by or as if by shaking shake (a body part) to communicate a greeting, feeling, or cognitive state
all of the living human inhabitants of the earth any living or extinct member of the family Hominidae characterized by superior intelligence, articulate speech, and erect carriage
direct or control; projects, businesses, etc. perform as expected when applied handle and cause to function perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense happen keep engaged perform surgery on
a machine for performing calculations automatically an expert at calculation (or at operating calculating machines)
a political unit governed by a deity (or by officials thought to be divinely guided) the belief in government by divine guidance
a person who is frightened and in need of help arising from or marked by despair or loss of hope desperately determined (of persons) dangerously reckless or violent as from urgency or despair showing extreme courage; especially of actions courageously undertaken in desperation as a last resort showing extreme urgency or intensity especially because of great need or desire fraught with extreme danger; nearly hopeless
(usually plural) an ulterior implicit meaning or quality a harmonic with a frequency that is a multiple of the fundamental frequency
in the recent past
a transition (in literary or theatrical works or films) to an earlier event or scene that interrupts the normal chronological development of the story an unexpected but vivid recurrence of a past experience (especially a recurrence of the effects of an hallucinogenic drug taken much earlier)
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a sign of something about to happen
the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury a venture undertaken without regard to possible loss or injury a cause of pain or injury or loss a dangerous place
something intended as a guide for making something else photographic print of plans or technical drawings etc. make a blueprint of
a small tuft or lock a small person a small bundle of straw or hay a flock of snipe
a unit of illumination equal to 1 lumen per square meter; 0.0929 foot candle
the emotion of great happiness something or someone that provides a source of happiness feel happiness or joy make glad or happy
a situation resembling a terrifying dream a terrifying or deeply upsetting dream
of a dreadful kind
have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined have care of or look after manage or run
produce a literary work communicate or express by writing have (one's written work) issued for publication communicate (with) in writing communicate by letter write music mark or trace on a surface record data on a computer write or name the letters that comprise the conventionally accepted form of (a word or part of a word) create code, write a computer program set down in writing in any of various ways systematically collected and written down written as for a film or play or broadcast
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supernatural forces and events and beings collectively not existing in nature or subject to explanation according to natural laws; not physical or material
an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others an inclination to do something a characteristic likelihood of or natural disposition toward a certain condition or character or effect a general direction in which something tends to move
in an accurate manner
provoking horror
the time period between the beginning of puberty and adulthood in the state that someone is in between puberty and adulthood
not either; not one or the other
a deliberate act of destruction or disruption in which equipment is damaged destroy property or hinder normal operations
someone who is excluded from or is not a member of a group a contestant (human or animal) not considered to have a good chance to win
range of what one can know or understand the range of vision
able to be compared or worthy of comparison conforming in every respect
the underside of footwear or a golf club lean flesh of any of several flatfish the underside of the foot right-eyed flatfish; many are valued as food; most common in warm seas especially European put a new sole on not divided or shared with others being the only one; single and isolated from others
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to a great degree in or as if in pain
agitation resulting from active worry food prepared by stewing especially meat or fish with vegetables be in a huff; be silent or sullen bear a grudge; harbor ill feelings cook slowly and for a long time in liquid
one of the jointed appendages of an animal used for locomotion or grasping: arm; leg; wing; flipper any of the main branches arising from the trunk or a bough of a tree (astronomy) the circumferential edge of the apparent disc of the sun or the moon or a planet either of the two halves of a bow from handle to tip the graduated arc that is attached to an instrument for measuring angles any projection that is thought to resemble a human arm
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the ratio of the output to the input of any system skillfulness in avoiding wasted time and effort
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reason by deduction; establish by deduction obtain come from develop or evolve from a latent or potential state come from; be connected by a relationship of blood, for example
metal device shaped in such a way that when it is inserted into the appropriate lock the lock's mechanism can be rotated something crucial for explaining pitch of the voice any of 24 major or minor diatonic scales that provide the tonal framework for a piece of music a kilogram of a narcotic drug a winged often one-seed indehiscent fruit as of the ash or elm or maple United States lawyer and poet who wrote a poem after witnessing the British attack on Baltimore during the War of 1812; the poem was later set to music and entitled `The Star-Spangled Banner' (1779-1843) a coral reef off the southern coast of Florida (basketball) a space (including the foul line) in front of the basket at each end of a basketball court; usually painted a different color from the rest of the court a list of answers to a test a list of words or phrases that explain symbols or abbreviations a generic term for any device whose possession entitles the holder to a means of access mechanical device used to wind another device that is driven by a spring (as a clock) the central building block at the top of an arch or vault a lever (as in a keyboard) that actuates a mechanism when depressed identify as in botany or biology, for example provide with a key vandalize a car by scratching the sides with a key regulate the musical pitch of harmonize with or adjust to serving as an essential component
a form of rummy using two decks of cards and four jokers; jokers and deuces are wild; the object is to form groups of the same rank announce for a score; of cards in a card game lose its distinct outline or shape; blend gradually mix together different elements
any number of entities (members) considered as a unit (chemistry) two or more atoms bound together as a single unit and forming part of a molecule a set that is closed, associative, has an identity element and every element has an inverse arrange into a group or groups form a group or group together
characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for of high worth or cost held in great esteem for admirable qualities especially of an intrinsic nature obviously contrived to charm extremely
a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved a question raised for consideration or solution a source of difficulty
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not yet having been ascertained or determined not precisely determined or established; not fixed or known in advance not brought to a conclusion; subject to further thought
(baseball) a successful stroke in an athletic contest (especially in baseball) the act of contacting one thing with another a conspicuous success (physics) a brief event in which two or more bodies come together a dose of a narcotic drug a murder carried out by an underworld syndicate a connection made via the internet to another website cause to move by striking hit against; come into sudden contact with deal a blow to, either with the hand or with an instrument reach a destination, either real or abstract affect or afflict suddenly, usually adversely hit with a missile from a weapon encounter by chance gain points in a game cause to experience suddenly make a strategic, offensive, assault against an enemy, opponent, or a target kill intentionally and with premeditation drive something violently into a location reach a point in time, or a certain state or level produce by manipulating keys or strings of musical instruments, also metaphorically consume to excess hit the intended target or goal pay unsolicited and usually unwanted sexual attention to
a performance of a play a deliberate display of emotion for effect
the greatest possible degree of something final or latest limiting point as far as something can go the boundary of a specific area the mathematical value toward which a function goes as the independent variable approaches infinity the greatest amount of something that is possible or allowed place limits on (extent or access) restrict or confine, "I limit you to two visits to the pub a day" decide upon or fix definitely
the particular occupation for which you are trained the general progression of your working or professional life move headlong at high speed
a portable box-shaped free-reed instrument; the reeds are made to vibrate by air from the bellows controlled by the player
in a hideous manner in a terribly evil manner in a grotesque manner
that which is responsible for one's thoughts and feelings; the seat of the faculty of reason recall or remembrance an opinion formed by judging something an important intellectual attention your intention; what you intend to do knowledge and intellectual ability be offended or bothered by; take offense with, be bothered by be concerned with or about something or somebody be in charge of or deal with pay close attention to; give heed to be on one's guard; be cautious or wary about; be alert to keep in mind
a prostitute who attracts customers by walking the streets a shrewd or unscrupulous person who knows how to circumvent difficulties
an area that is approximately central within some larger region an intermediate part or section the middle area of the human torso (usually in front) time between the beginning and the end of a temporal period put in the middle
declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of allow to enter; grant entry to allow participation in or the right to be part of; permit to exercise the rights, functions, and responsibilities of admit into a group or community afford possibility give access or entrance to have room for; hold without crowding serve as a means of entrance
a clear appearance a manifest indication of the existence or presence or nature of some person or thing an appearance in bodily form (as of a disembodied spirit) expression without words a public display of group feelings (usually of a political nature)
someone who supervises (an examination) someone who gives a warning so that a mistake can be avoided an ironclad vessel built by Federal forces to do battle with the Merrimac display produced by a device that takes signals and displays them on a television screen or a computer monitor electronic equipment that is used to check the quality or content of electronic transmissions a piece of electronic equipment that keeps track of the operation of a system continuously and warns of trouble any of various large tropical carnivorous lizards of Africa and Asia and Australia; fabled to warn of crocodiles keep tabs on; keep an eye on; keep under surveillance check, track, or observe by means of a receiver
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show in, or as in, a picture give a description of make a portrait of
move as a crowd or in a group come together as in a cluster or flock
of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style of imposing height; especially standing out above others having or displaying great dignity or nobility
a graphic or vivid verbal description the act of describing distinctive characteristics or essential features
a Mid-Atlantic state on the Atlantic; one of the original 13 colonies the largest of the Channel Islands a close-fitting pullover shirt a slightly elastic machine-knit fabric a breed of diary cattle developed on the island of Jersey
a solid formed by the solidification of a chemical and having a highly regular atomic structure a crystalline element used as a component in various electronic devices a rock formed by the solidification of a substance; has regularly repeating internal structure; external plane faces colorless glass made of almost pure silica glassware made of quartz a protective cover that protects the face of a watch
a short labored intake of breath with the mouth open breathe noisily, as when one is exhausted
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an authorization to sell a company's goods or services in a particular place a business established or operated under an authorization to sell or distribute a company's goods or services in a particular area a statutory right or privilege granted to a person or group by a government (especially the rights of citizenship and the right to vote) grant a franchise to
a native or inhabitant of Tunisia of or relating to the city of Tunis or its residents of or relating to Tunisia or its inhabitants
a cynical feeling of distrust
a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom a competitor who holds a preeminent position a very wealthy or powerful businessman preeminence in a particular category or group or field United States woman tennis player (born in 1943) United States guitar player and singer of the blues (born in 1925) United States charismatic civil rights leader and Baptist minister who campaigned against the segregation of Blacks (1929-1968) a checker that has been moved to the opponent's first row where it is promoted to a piece that is free to move either forward or backward one of the four playing cards in a deck bearing the picture of a king (chess) the weakest but the most important piece
consisting of or containing or of the nature of crystals distinctly or sharply outlined transmitting light; able to be seen through with clarity
the act of suspending activity temporarily a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something
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a composition written in metrical feet forming rhythmical lines
put in effect to gain with effort
draw deep into the lungs in by breathing draw in (air)
supply (a movie) with subtitles
a component that is added to something to improve it the act of adding one thing to another a quantity that is added something added to what you already have a suburban area laid out in streets and lots for a future residential area the arithmetic operation of summing; calculating the sum of two or more numbers
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the capability of conscious choice and decision and intention a fixed and persistent intent or purpose a legal document declaring a person's wishes regarding the disposal of their property when they die decree or ordain determine by choice leave or give by will after one's death
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total lack of meaning or ideas
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have confidence or faith in
unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope
without speed (`slow' is sometimes used informally for `slowly') in music
something considered choice to eat an occurrence that causes special pleasure or delight interact in a certain way subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition provide treatment for act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression provide with a gift or entertainment provide with choice or abundant food or drink engage in negotiations in order to reach an agreement regard or consider in a specific way
(chemistry) a substance that initiates or accelerates a chemical reaction without itself being affected something that causes an important event to happen
a writer of poems (the term is usually reserved for writers of good poetry)
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a soldier in a motorized army unit a mounted policeman a state police officer a soldier mounted on horseback
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the part of the body between the neck and the upper arm a cut of meat including the upper joint of the foreleg a ball-and-socket joint between the head of the humerus and a cavity of the scapula the part of a garment that covers or fits over the shoulder a narrow edge of land (usually unpaved) along the side of a road lift onto one's shoulders push with the shoulders carry a burden, either real or metaphoric
a travelling company of entertainers; including trained animals a performance given by a traveling company of acrobats, clowns, and trained animals a frenetic disorganized (and often comic) disturbance suggestive of a large public entertainment (antiquity) an open-air stadium for chariot races and gladiatorial games an arena consisting of an oval or circular area enclosed by tiers of seats and usually covered by a tent a genus of haws comprising the harriers
noticeable heterogeneity the condition or result of being changeable
form or compose create and charge with a task or function to compose or represent:"This wall forms the background of the stage setting" set up or lay the groundwork for
an exhibition of a representative selection of an artist's life work concerned with or related to the past
an association of sports teams that organizes matches for its members an association of states or organizations or individuals for common action an obsolete unit of distance of variable length (usually 3 miles) unite to form a league
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recite a rhapsody say (something) with great enthusiasm
a covering designed to be worn on a person's body provide with clothes or put clothes on furnish with power or authority; of kings or emperors cover as if with clothing
having no top having the breasts uncovered or featuring such nudity
any of several breeds of small to medium-sized gun dogs with a long silky coat and long frilled ears
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an evasion of the point of an argument by raising irrelevant distinctions or objections evade the truth of a point or question by raising irrelevant objections argue over petty things
a mixture in which fine particles are suspended in a fluid where they are supported by buoyancy a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something temporary cessation or suspension an interruption in the intensity or amount of something a mechanical system of springs or shock absorbers connecting the wheels and axles to the chassis of a wheeled vehicle the act of suspending something (hanging it from above so it moves freely) a temporary debarment (from a privilege or position etc)
the act of delivering a blow with the foot the swift release of a store of affective force the backward jerk of a gun when it is fired informal terms for objecting the sudden stimulation provided by strong drink (or certain drugs) a rhythmic thrusting movement of the legs as in swimming or calisthenics drive or propel with the foot thrash about or strike out with the feet strike with the foot kick a leg up spring back, as from a forceful thrust stop consuming make a goal express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness
the act of smoking tobacco or other substances a hot vapor containing fine particles of carbon being produced by combustion inhale and exhale smoke from cigarettes, cigars, pipes emit a cloud of fine particles emitting smoke in great volume
domestic swine a coarse obnoxious person a person regarded as greedy and pig-like uncomplimentary terms for a policeman mold consisting of a bed of sand in which pig iron is cast a crude block of metal (lead or iron) poured from a smelting furnace live like a pig, in squalor eat greedily give birth
feeling no shame
an extended fictional work in prose; usually in the form of a story a printed and bound book that is an extended work of fiction original and of a kind not seen before pleasantly new or different
an intermediate platform in a staircase structure providing a place where boats can land people or goods the act of coming down to the earth (or other surface) the act of coming to land after a voyage reach or come to rest cause to come to the ground bring into a different state bring ashore deliver (a blow) arrive on shore shoot at and force to come down
a difficult problem a coarse sieve (as for gravel) pierce with many holes set a difficult problem or riddle separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff spread or diffuse through speak in riddles explain a riddle
a person's brother or sister
make timid or fearful to compel or deter by or as if by threats
a water enema given to flush out the colon
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure dispassionate;  resisting weight or pressure very strong or vigorous characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort produced without vibration of the vocal cords (of light) transmitted directly from a pointed light source (of speech sounds); produced with the back of the tongue raised toward or touching the velum given to excessive indulgence of bodily appetites especially for intoxicating liquors being distilled rather than fermented; having a high alcoholic content unfortunate or hard to bear dried out with effort or force or vigor with firmness earnestly or intently causing great damage or hardship slowly and with difficulty indulging excessively into a solid condition very near or close in space or time with pain or distress or bitterness to the full extent possible; all the way
a college or university building containing living quarters for students
a state of extreme confusion and disorder
a soft whitish calcite a pure flat white with little reflectance an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant a piece of calcite or a similar substance, usually in the shape of a crayon, that is used to write or draw on blackboards or other flat surfaces write, draw, or trace with chalk
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any of the various theories or doctrines or philosophical systems that attempt to explain the phenomena of the universe in terms of some immanent force or energy active strength of body or mind the activeness of an energetic personality
the second largest state; located in southwestern United States on the Gulf of Mexico
myths collectively; the body of stories associated with a culture or institution or person the study of myths
consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect question or examine thoroughly and closely question closely put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to
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with modesty; in a modest manner
someone who lives at a particular place for a prolonged period or who was born there a physician (especially an intern) who lives in a hospital and cares for hospitalized patients under the supervision of the medical staff of the hospital living in a particular place used of animals that do not migrate
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morally offensive not pleasing in odor or taste
a thin layer covering something a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance) a heavy fabric suitable for coats the work of applying something;  put a coat on; cover the surface of; furnish with a surface cover or provide with a coat form a coat over
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the outer boundary of an artifact or a material layer constituting or resembling such a boundary the extended two-dimensional outer boundary of a three-dimensional object the outermost level of the land or sea a superficial aspect as opposed to the real nature of something information that has become public a device that provides reactive force when in motion relative to the surrounding air; can lift or control a plane in flight come to the surface put a coat on; cover the surface of; furnish with a surface appear or become visible; make a showing on the surface
a source of materials to nourish the body the financial means whereby one lives the act of sustaining life by food or providing a means of subsistence
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consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect question or examine thoroughly and closely question closely put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to
changing location by moving back and forth burn superficially or lightly move in a curve or arc, usually with the intent of hitting move or walk in a swinging or swaying manner change direction with a swinging motion; turn influence decisively make a big sweeping gesture or movement hang freely hit or aim at with a sweeping arm movement alternate dramatically between high and low values live in a lively, modern, and relaxed style have a certain musical rhythm be a social swinger; socialize a lot play with a subtle and intuitively felt sense of rhythm engage freely in promiscuous sex, often with the husband or wife of one's friends characterized by a buoyant rhythm
a flight made without intermediate stops between source and destination (of a journey especially a flight) occurring without stops at all times without stopping
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a gymnastic horse without pommels and with one end elongated; used lengthwise for vaulting a piece of paper money worth one dollar United States author whose novels drew on her experiences as a missionary in China (1892-1973) a framework for holding wood that is being sawed mature male of various mammals (especially deer or antelope) to strive with determination resist move quickly and violently jump vertically, with legs stiff and back arched
young sheep English essayist (1775-1834) a person easily deceived or cheated (especially in financial matters) a sweet innocent mild-mannered person (especially a child) the flesh of a young domestic sheep eaten as food give birth to a lamb
British general and statesman whose victory at Plassey in 1757 strengthened British control of India (1725-1774)
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the act of forcibly dispossessing an owner of property a process whereby a star or planet holds an object in its gravitational field any process in which an atomic or nuclear system acquires an additional particle the act of taking of a person by force the removal of an opponent's piece from the chess board succeed in representing or expressing something intangible attract; cause to be enamored succeed in catching or seizing, especially after a chase bring about the capture of an elementary particle or celestial body and causing it enter a new orbit take possession of by force, as after an invasion capture as if by hunting, snaring, or trapping
a native or inhabitant of Argentina of or relating to or characteristic of Argentina or its people
love intensely regarded with deep or rapturous love (especially as if for a god)
a wine that is a blend of several varieties of grapes with no one grape predominating; a wine that does not carry the name of any specific grape any product that can be sold without a brand name relating to or common to or descriptive of all members of a genus (of drugs) not protected by trademark applicable to an entire class or group
large tough nonrigid bag filled with gas or heated air small thin inflatable rubber bag with narrow neck ride in a hot-air balloon become inflated
attract; cause to be enamored strongly attracted filled with wonder and delight
arousing or provoking laughter beyond or deviating from the usual or expected not as expected experiencing odd bodily sensations
the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property continue talking move ahead; travel onward in time or space follow a procedure or take a course follow a certain course continue a certain state, condition, or activity
totally unlikely
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the local environment something determined in relation to something that includes it something less than the whole of a human artifact a portion of a natural object that which concerns a person with regard to a particular role or situation the extended spatial location of something the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group an actor's portrayal of someone in a play assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group one of the portions into which something is regarded as divided and which together constitute a whole a line of scalp that can be seen when sections of hair are combed in opposite directions the melody carried by a particular voice or instrument in polyphonic music the part played by a person in bringing about a result go one's own way; move apart discontinue an association or relation; go different ways leave come apart force, take, or pull apart
the northwestern region of the United States the direction corresponding to the northwestward compass point the compass point midway between north and west; at 315 degrees a location in the northwestern part of a country, region, or city situated in or oriented toward the northwest coming from the northwest to, toward, or in the northwest
diagram of an electrical or mechanical system represented in simplified or symbolic form
a secret group organized to overthrow a government or occupation force an electric railway operating below the surface of the ground (usually in a city) under the level of the ground conducted with or marked by hidden aims or methods in or into hiding or secret operation beneath the surface of the earth
an organization to gain political power a group of people gathered together for pleasure a band of people associated temporarily in some activity an occasion on which people can assemble for social interaction and entertainment a person involved in legal proceedings have or participate in a party
a person motivated by irrational enthusiasm (as for a cause)
cut a female screw thread with a tap draw from or dip into to get something strike lightly draw from; make good use of tap a telephone or telegraph wire to get information furnish with a tap or spout, so as to be able to draw liquid from it make light, repeated taps on a surface walk with a tapping sound dance and make rhythmic clicking sounds by means of metal plates nailed to the sole of the dance shoes draw (liquor) from a tap pierce in order to draw a liquid from make a solicitation or entreaty for something; request urgently or persistently in a condition for letting out liquid drawn out as by piercing or drawing a plug
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try to prevent; show opposition to deprive of courage or hope; take away hope from; cause to feel discouraged admonish or counsel in terms of someone's behavior
deliver a harangue to; address forcefully
discourse that surrounds a language unit and helps to determine its interpretation the set of facts or circumstances that surround a situation or event
an extreme conservative; an opponent of progress or liberalism extremely conservative
flawlessly
the soft tissue of the body of a vertebrate: mainly muscle tissue and fat alternative names for the body of a human being a soft moist part of a fruit remove adhering flesh from (hides) when preparing leather manufacture
a person with an unusual or odd personality a person of a specified kind (usually with many eccentricities) conspicuously or grossly unconventional or unusual not having a common center; not concentric
cause to seem less serious; play down express a negative opinion of lessen the authority, dignity, or reputation of
sound of rapid vibration a confusion of activity and gossip make a buzzing sound fly low be noisy with activity call with a buzzer
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a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon an outward appearance an impression (especially one that is artificial or contrived) the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work (of a law) having legal validity a symptom caused by an illness or a drug produce act so as to bring into existence
a preadolescent boy or girl (usually between 9 and 12 years of age) of or relating to or designed for children between the ages of 9 and 12
a rich and spectacular ceremony an elaborate representation of scenes from history etc; usually involves a parade with rich costumes
common Old World heath represented by many varieties; low evergreen grown widely in the northern hemisphere interwoven yarns of mixed colors producing muted greyish shades with flecks of color
poorly articulated or enunciated, or drowned by noise not clearly understood or expressed
expressing or expressive of ridicule that wounds
the kinship relation between an offspring and the father God when considered as the first person in the Trinity the status of a religious leader the status of a father
marked by extreme and violent energy marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions; inclined to react violently; fervid ruthless in competition violently agitated and turbulent
many times at short intervals
a brief indulgence of your impulses engage without restraint in an activity and indulge, as when shopping
without fault or error not capable of sin
make attractive or lovable lovable especially in a childlike or naive way
the termination of something by causing so much damage to it that it cannot be repaired or no longer exists an event (or the result of an event) that completely destroys something a final state
cause to be alert and energetic raise to a higher energy level
a publication containing a variety of works a concise but comprehensive summary of a larger work
only a very short time before almost not
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a calm, lengthy, intent consideration the phenomenon of a propagating wave (light or sound) being thrown back from a surface expression without words a likeness in which left and right are reversed the image of something as reflected by a mirror (or other reflective material) (mathematics) a transformation in which the direction of one axis is reversed a remark expressing careful consideration the ability to reflect beams or rays
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a nonmetallic element belonging to the halogens; used especially in medicine and photography and in dyes; occurs naturally only in combination in small quantities (as in sea water or rocks) the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number the 9th letter of the Roman alphabet used of a single unit or thing; not two or more
plan or create according to a model or models form in clay, wax, etc assume a posture as for artistic purposes display (clothes) as a mannequin create a representation or model of construct a model of resembling sculpture
a deep hole or shaft dug or drilled to obtain water or oil or gas or brine a cavity or vessel used to contain liquid an abundant source an open shaft through the floors of a building (as for a stairway) an enclosed compartment in a ship or plane for holding something as e.g. fish or a plane's landing gear or for protecting something as e.g. a ship's pumps come up, as of a liquid in good health especially after having suffered illness or injury; at least I feel well" resulting favorably wise or advantageous and hence advisable (often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (`good' is a nonstandard dialectal variant for `well') thoroughly or completely; fully; often used as a combining form indicating high probability; in all likelihood (used for emphasis or as an intensifier) entirely or fully to a suitable or appropriate extent or degree favorably; with approval to a great extent or degree with great or especially intimate knowledge with prudence or propriety with skill or in a pleasing manner in a manner affording benefit or advantage in financial comfort without unusual distress or resentment; with good humor
in a blissful manner
most frequent or common excessively abundant
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a Berber living in northern Morocco a jazz ostinato; usually provides a background for a solo improvisation look through a book or other written material play riffs
a raised mark on the skin (as produced by the blow of a whip); characteristic of many allergic reactions a raised or strengthened seam beat severely with a whip or rod put a welt on
cause to be alert and energetic raise to a higher energy level
supreme military leader exercising civil power in a region especially one accountable to nobody when the central government is weak
quick to take offense difficult to handle; requiring great tact
in a random manner
one at a disadvantage and expected to lose
extremely
without partiality
lack of agreement or harmony disagreement among those expected to cooperate a harsh mixture of sounds strife resulting from a lack of agreement be different from one another
advancing in amount or intensity
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conforming exactly or almost exactly to fact or to a standard or performing with total accuracy (of ideas, images, representations, expressions) characterized by perfect conformity to fact or truth; strictly correct
capital and largest city of Bulgaria located in western Bulgaria
the metal bob of a plumb line measure the depth of something weight with lead examine thoroughly and in great depth adjust with a plumb line so as to make vertical
identify incorrectly to make a mistake or be incorrect wrong in e.g. opinion or judgment arising from error
a measured portion of medicine taken at any one time the quantity of an active agent (substance or radiation) taken in or absorbed at any one time a communicable infection transmitted by sexual intercourse or genital contact street name for lysergic acid diethylamide treat with an agent; add (an agent) to administer a drug to
the place where something begins, where it springs into being a document (or organization) from which information is obtained anything that provides inspiration for later work a facility where something is available a person who supplies information someone who originates or causes or initiates something (technology) a process by which energy or a substance enters a system anything (a person or animal or plant or substance) in which an infectious agent normally lives and multiplies a publication (or a passage from a publication) that is referred to get (a product) from another country or business specify the origin of
the inner surface of the hand from the wrist to the base of the fingers a linear unit based on the length or width of the human hand any plant of the family Palmae having an unbranched trunk crowned by large pinnate or palmate leaves an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event touch, lift, or hold with the hands
a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention an understanding of something that is not correct part of a statement that is not correct identify incorrectly to make a mistake or be incorrect
separated in space or coming from or going to a distance far apart in relevance or relationship or kinship remote in manner separate or apart in time located far away spatially
being actually such in almost every respect existing in essence or effect though not in actual fact
call attention to make publicity for; try to sell (a product) called to public attention
any of various aromatic trees of the laurel family United States slapstick comedian (born in England) who played the scatterbrained and often tearful member of the Laurel and Hardy duo who made many films (1890-1965) (antiquity) a wreath of laurel foliage worn on the head as an emblem of victory
an ability that has been acquired by training ability to produce solutions in some problem domain
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Old World nocturnal canine mammal closely related to the dog; smaller than a wolf; sometimes hunts in a pack but usually singly or as a member of a pair
psychological suffering a state of adversity (danger or affliction or need) extreme physical pain the seizure and holding of property as security for payment of a debt or satisfaction of a claim bring into difficulties or distress, especially financial hardship cause mental pain to
take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums
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reflect deeply on a subject deeply or seriously thoughtful; 
place troops or weapons in battle formation to distribute systematically or strategically
a disrespectful laugh laugh quietly
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the phenomenon of sediment or gravel accumulating matter that has been deposited by some natural process the natural process of laying down a deposit of something money deposited in a bank or some similar institution a partial payment made at the time of purchase; the balance to be paid later money given as security for an article acquired for temporary use a payment given as a guarantee that an obligation will be met a facility where things can be deposited for storage or safekeeping the act of putting something somewhere put, fix, force, or implant put into a bank account put (something somewhere) firmly
a list of items (names or tasks etc.) to be checked or consulted
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group of guns or missile launchers operated together at one place a device that produces electricity; may have several primary or secondary cells arranged in parallel or series a collection of related things intended for use together a unit composed of the pitcher and catcher a series of stamps operated in one mortar for crushing ores the heavy fire of artillery to saturate an area rather than hit a specific target an assault in which the assailant makes physical contact
provoke someone to do something through (often false or exaggerated) promises or persuasion
extend in scope or range or area stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point span an interval of distance, space or time make available; provide thrust or extend out reach outward in space offer verbally extend one's limbs or muscles, or the entire body expand the influence of lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length cause to move at full gallop open or straighten out; unbend use to the utmost; exert vigorously or to full capacity prolong the time allowed for payment of continue or extend increase in quantity or bulk by adding a cheaper substance
a work produced by hand labor
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the process of forming semisolid lumps in a liquid turn into curds go bad or sour turn from a liquid to a solid mass
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a feeling of righteous anger
the act of delivering a blow with the foot the swift release of a store of affective force the backward jerk of a gun when it is fired informal terms for objecting the sudden stimulation provided by strong drink (or certain drugs) a rhythmic thrusting movement of the legs as in swimming or calisthenics drive or propel with the foot thrash about or strike out with the feet strike with the foot kick a leg up spring back, as from a forceful thrust stop consuming make a goal express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness
a smooth three-beat gait; between a trot and a gallop ride at a canter go at a canter, of horses ride at a cantering pace
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a short vivid experience sheet metal shaped and attached to a roof for strength and weatherproofing gleam or glow intermittently appear briefly display proudly; act ostentatiously or pretentiously make known or cause to appear with great speed run or move very quickly or hastily expose or show briefly protect by covering with a thin sheet of metal emit a brief burst of light
clearly defined or formulated of recognized authority or excellence supplying or being a final or conclusive settlement
an event (or a course of events) that will inevitably happen in the future the ultimate agency regarded as predetermining the course of events (often personified as a woman) your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you) decree or designate beforehand
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intense aversion
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underpants worn by women the noise made by a short puff of steam (as from an engine) (usually in the plural) a garment extending from the waist to the knee or ankle, covering each leg separately a short labored intake of breath with the mouth open breathe noisily, as when one is exhausted utter while panting, as if out of breath
cause to move forward with force give an incentive for action
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characterized by or in accordance with some formula
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an onerous or difficult concern weight to be borne or conveyed the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work the central idea that is expanded in a document or discourse weight down with a load impose a task upon, assign a responsibility to
a projection or ridge that suggests a keel the median ridge on the breastbone of birds that fly one of the main longitudinal beams (or plates) of the hull of a vessel; can extend vertically into the water to provide lateral stability walk as if unable to control one's movements
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without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening near or close by bearing an immediate relation
leather that has had its grain pattern accentuated a dense crowd of people temporary love of an adolescent the act of crushing come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition come out better in a competition, race, or conflict break into small pieces humiliate or depress completely crush or bruise make ineffective become injured, broken, or distorted by pressure
see with attention
having a quality that thrusts itself into attention conspicuous in position or importance
something that is lost gradual decline in amount or activity the act of losing someone or something the disadvantage that results from losing something the experience of losing a loved one the amount by which the cost of a business exceeds its revenue military personnel lost by death or capture euphemistic expressions for death
anything indispensable absolutely essential unavoidably determined by prior circumstances
someone who rebels and becomes an outlaw a disloyal person who betrays or deserts his cause or religion or political party or friend etc. break with established customs having deserted a cause or principle
people who are destined to die soon fail to keep or to maintain; cease to have, either physically or in an abstract sense fail to win suffer the loss of a person through death or removal place (something) where one cannot find it again miss from one's possessions; lose sight of allow to go out of sight fail to make money in a business; make a loss or fail to profit fail to get or obtain retreat fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind be set at a disadvantage no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered having lost your bearings; confused as to time or place or personal identity spiritually or physically doomed or destroyed not gained or won incapable of being recovered or regained not caught with the senses or the mind deeply absorbed in thought perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment unable to function; without help
use or manipulate to one's advantage draw from; make good use of work excessively hard
Scottish author (1850-1894) United States politician and diplomat (1900-1968)
a baby bed with sides and rockers where something originated or was nurtured in its early existence birth of a person a trough that can be rocked back and forth; used by gold miners to shake auriferous earth in water in order to separate the gold hold gently and carefully bring up from infancy hold or place in or as if in a cradle cut grain with a cradle scythe wash in a cradle run with the stick
a rich sweet made of flavored sugar and often combined with fruit or nuts coat with something sweet, such as a hard sugar glaze
cover or stiffen or glaze a porous material with size or sizing (a glutinous substance) sort according to size make to a size; bring to a suitable size having a specified size having the surface treated or coated with sizing
someone injured or killed or captured or missing in a military engagement someone injured or killed in an accident an accident that causes someone to die a decrease of military personnel or equipment
wear out completely use up (resources or materials) deplete use up the whole supply of eliminate (a substance) drained of energy or effectiveness; extremely tired; completely exhausted depleted of energy, force, or strength drained physically
a one-piece garment for a woman; has skirt and bodice clothing of a distinctive style or for a particular occasion clothing in general put on clothes provide with clothes or put clothes on put a finish on dress in a certain manner dress or groom with elaborate care kill and prepare for market or consumption arrange in ranks decorate (food), as with parsley or other ornamental foods provide with decoration put a dressing on cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of cut down rough-hewn (lumber) to standard thickness and width convert into leather apply a bandage or medication to give a neat appearance to arrange attractively
French bishop who is a patron saint of France (died in 397) United States actor and comedian (born in 1945) United States actress (1913-1990) United States singer (1917-1995) any of various swallows with squarish or slightly forked tail and long pointed wings; migrate around Martinmas
equipment designed to serve a specific function the way something is organized or arranged an act that incriminates someone on a false charge
your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you) a person's financial situation (good or bad) a condition that accompanies or influences some event or activity the set of facts or circumstances that surround a situation or event information that should be kept in mind when making a decision formal ceremony about important occasions
memorization by repetition
one side of one leaf (of a book or magazine or newspaper or letter etc.) or the written or pictorial matter it contains English industrialist who pioneered in the design and manufacture of aircraft (1885-1962) United States diplomat and writer about the Old South (1853-1922) a boy who is employed to run errands a youthful attendant at official functions or ceremonies such as legislative functions and weddings in medieval times a youth acting as a knight's attendant as the first stage in training for knighthood contact, as with a pager or by calling somebody's name over a P.A. system work as a page number the pages of a book or manuscript
a state of misfortune or affliction a stroke of ill fortune; a calamitous event
bestow a quality on give temporarily; let have for a limited time have certain characteristics of qualities for something; be open or vulnerable to
(Yiddish) a batch of things that go together
an outbuilding with a single story; used for shelter or storage get rid of pour out in drops or small quantities or as if in drops or small quantities cause or allow (a solid substance) to flow or run out or over cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers shed at an early stage of development
lift with a special device hunt with a jacklight
adroitness in using the hands
be owned by; be in the possession of be suitable or acceptable be in the right place or situation be rightly classified in a class or category be a member, adherent, inhabitant, etc. (of a group, organization, or place) be a part or adjunct
an open-source version of the UNIX operating system
any state or process known through the senses rather than by intuition or reasoning a remarkable development
a room where books are kept a collection of literary documents or records kept for reference or borrowing a depository built to contain books and other materials for reading and study (computing) a collection of standard programs and subroutines that are stored and available for immediate use a building that houses a collection of books and other materials
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someone who practices homosexuality; having a sexual attraction to persons of the same sex any living or extinct member of the family Hominidae characterized by superior intelligence, articulate speech, and erect carriage
recovery or preservation from loss or danger
a facial expression of contempt or scorn; the upper lip curls a suggestive or sneering look or grin look suggestively or obliquely; look or gaze with a sly, immodest, or malign expression
the largest city in Ohio; located in northeastern Ohio on Lake Erie; a major Great Lakes port 22nd and 24th President of the United States (1837-1908)
where you live at a particular time housing that someone is living in the country or state or city where you live (baseball) base consisting of a rubber slab where the batter stands; it must be touched by a base runner in order to score the place where you are stationed and from which missions start and end place where something began and flourished an environment offering affection and security a social unit living together an institution where people are cared for provide with, or send to, a home return home accurately from a long distance used of your own ground relating to or being where one lives or where one's roots are inside the country at or to or in the direction of one's home or family on or to the point aimed at to the fullest extent; to the heart
a feeling of pleasure and enjoyment prefer or wish to do something find enjoyable or agreeable be fond of feel about or towards; consider, evaluate, or regard want to have
disciple of Jesus and leader of the Apostles; regarded by Catholics as the vicar of Christ on earth and first Pope obscene terms for penis
openly distrustful and unwilling to confide
very light rain; stronger than mist but less than a shower rain lightly moisten with fine drops
intense sorrow caused by loss of a loved one (especially by death)
a prediction made by extrapolating from past observations the projection of an image from a film onto a screen a planned undertaking any structure that branches out from a central support any solid convex shape that juts out from something (psychiatry) a defense mechanism by which your own traits and emotions are attributed to someone else the acoustic phenomenon that gives sound a penetrating quality the representation of a figure or solid on a plane as it would look from a particular direction the act of projecting out from something the act of expelling or projecting or ejecting
an impetuous rush toward someone or something (criminal law) a pleading describing some wrong or offense the price charged for some article or service the quantity of unbalanced electricity in a body (either positive or negative) and construed as an excess or deficiency of electrons attention and management implying responsibility for safety a special assignment that is given to a person or group a person committed to your care financial liabilities (such as a tax) (psychoanalysis) the libidinal energy invested in some idea or person or object the swift release of a store of affective force request for payment of a debt a formal statement of a command or injunction to do something an assertion that someone is guilty of a fault or offence heraldry consisting of a design or image depicted on a shield a quantity of explosive to be set off at one time to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle blame for, make a claim of wrongdoing or misbehavior against demand payment move quickly and violently assign a duty, responsibility or obligation to file a formal charge against make an accusatory claim fill or load to capacity enter a certain amount as a charge cause to be admitted; of persons to an institution give over to another for care or safekeeping pay with a credit card; pay with plastic money; postpone payment by recording a purchase as a debt lie down on command, of hunting dogs cause to be agitated, excited, or roused place a heraldic bearing on provide (a device) with something necessary direct into a position for use impose a task upon, assign a responsibility to instruct (a jury) about the law, its application, and the weighing of evidence instruct or command with authority attribute responsibility to set or ask for a certain price cause formation of a net electrical charge in or on energize a battery by passing a current through it in the direction opposite to discharge saturate
travel by means of steam power emit steam rise as vapor get very angry clean by means of steaming cook something by letting steam pass over it filled with steam or emitting moisture in the form of vapor or mist (used of heat) extremely
slang term for a woman having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other broad in scope or content not detailed or specific lacking subtlety; obvious being at a peak or culminating point very large in expanse or scope (of speech) heavily and noticeably regional showing or characterized by broad-mindedness
give an injection to to introduce (a new aspect or element) force or drive (a fluid or gas) into by piercing take by injection feed intravenously to insert between other elements
material resulting from the process of grinding a harsh and strident sound (as of the grinding of gears) the wearing down of rock particles by friction due to water or wind or ice press or grind with a crushing noise make a grating or grinding sound by rubbing together work hard dance by rotating the pelvis in an erotically suggestive way, often while in contact with one's partner such that the dancers' legs are interlaced reduce to small pieces or particles by pounding or abrading created by grinding shape or form by grinding
an act of gracious kindness an advantage to the benefit of someone or something an inclination to approve a feeling of favorable regard souvenir consisting of a small gift given to a guest at a party promote over another consider as the favorite treat gently or carefully bestow a privilege upon
feeling or expressive of gratitude having or showing appreciation or a favorable critical judgment or opinion
a larval frog or toad
a short moral story (often with animal characters) a visible symbol representing an abstract idea an expressive style that uses fictional characters and events to describe some subject by suggestive resemblances; an extended metaphor
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give an exhibition of to an interested audience establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes march in protest; take part in a demonstration having been demonstrated or verified beyond doubt
a principle that limits the extent of something the quality of being limited or restricted the greatest amount of something that is possible or allowed (law) a time period after which suits cannot be brought an act of limiting or restricting (as by regulation)
a pillow that is often put across a bed underneath the regular pillows support and strengthen prop up with a pillow or bolster add padding to
put a coat on; cover the surface of; furnish with a surface cover or provide with a coat form a coat over having a coating; covered with an outer layer or film; often used in combination having or dressed in a coat
the act of physically reaching or thrusting out accomplishment of an objective reach a destination, either real or abstract reach a point in time, or a certain state or level move forward or upward in order to touch; also in a metaphorical sense be in or establish communication with to gain with effort to extend as far as reach a goal, e.g., "make the first team" place into the hands or custody of to exert much effort or energy
give equal rights to; of women and minorities grant freedom to; free from confinement grant freedom to release (gas or energy) as a result of a chemical reaction or physical decomposition (of a gas e.g.) released from chemical combination free from traditional social restraints
a daily written record of (usually personal) experiences and observations a periodical dedicated to a particular subject a ledger in which transactions have been recorded as they occurred a record book as a physical object the part of the axle contained by a bearing
put together out of artificial or natural components or parts; He manufactured a popular cereal" make up something artificial or untrue formed or conceived by the imagination
a coil of low resistance and high inductance used in electrical circuits to pass direct current and attenuate alternating current a valve that controls the flow of air into the carburetor of a gasoline engine breathe with great difficulty, as when experiencing a strong emotion be too tight; rub or press wring the neck of constrict (someone's) throat and keep from breathing struggle for breath; have insufficient oxygen intake fail to perform adequately due to tension or agitation check or slow down the action or effect of become or cause to become obstructed impair the respiration of or obstruct the air passage of become stultified, suppressed, or stifled suppress the development, creativity, or imagination of pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life reduce the air supply cause to retch or choke
the act of increasing (something) in size or volume or quantity or scope a function expressed as a sum or product of terms a discussion that provides additional information adding information or detail
a marine turtle
take one's time; proceed slowly waste time hang (back) or fall (behind) in movement, progress, development, etc.
arousing affect keenly distressing to the mind or feelings
the major mountain range of Bulgaria and the Balkan Peninsula a large peninsula in southeastern Europe containing the Balkan Mountain Range the Balkan countries collectively an inhabitant of the Balkan Peninsula
a collection of things wrapped or boxed together a package of several things tied together for carrying or storing a large sum of money (especially as pay or profit) make into a bundle gather or cause to gather into a cluster compress into a wad sleep fully clothed in the same bed with one's betrothed
like a pulp or overripe; not having stiffness
inborn pattern of behavior often responsive to specific stimuli (followed by `with')deeply filled or permeated
be a mystery or bewildering to hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of check the emission of (sound) making great mental demands; hard to comprehend or solve or believe
the 10th letter of the Greek alphabet
disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed remove the hinges from affected with madness or insanity
the condition of being free; the power to act or speak or think without externally imposed restraints immunity from an obligation or duty
an alert cognitive state in which you are aware of yourself and your situation having knowledge of
threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments stemming from evil characteristics or forces; wicked or dishonorable on or starting from the wearer's left
accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority be fully aware or cognizant of detect with the senses perceive to be the same grant credentials to express greetings upon meeting someone express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for exhibit recognition for (an antigen or a substrate) show approval or appreciation of generally approved or compelling recognition provided with a secure reputation
a spot that is open late at night and that provides entertainment (as singers or dancers) as well as dancing and food and drink
able to exist and perform in harmonious or agreeable combination capable of being used with or connected to other devices or components without modification capable of forming a homogeneous mixture that neither separates nor is altered by chemical interaction
deaden (a sound or noise), especially by wrapping
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relating to or characteristic of Homer or his age or the works attributed to him
cause to smell or be smelly catch the scent of; get wind of apply perfume to having the sense of smell filled or impregnated with perfume having a natural fragrance (used in combination) having the odor of
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a mobile mass of muscular tissue covered with mucous membrane and located in the oral cavity a human written or spoken language used by a community; opposed to e.g. a computer language any long thin projection that is transient a manner of speaking a narrow strip of land that juts out into the sea the tongue of certain animals used as meat the flap of material under the laces of a shoe or boot metal striker that hangs inside a bell and makes a sound by hitting the side articulate by tonguing, as when playing wind instruments lick or explore with the tongue
a shoe with a wedge heel
with eloquence in an articulate manner
the last few hours before death the bed on which a person dies
the money risked on a gamble (law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something a pole or stake set up to mark something (as the start or end of a race track) instrument of execution consisting of a vertical post that a victim is tied to for burning the money risked on a gamble a strong wooden or metal post with a point at one end so it can be driven into the ground put at risk place a bet on mark with a stake tie or fasten to a stake kill by piercing with a spear or sharp pole
a public performer (a dancer or singer)
to the same degree (often followed by `as') in equal amounts or shares; in a balanced or impartial way
made the first orbital rocket-powered flight by a United States astronaut in 1962; later in United States Senate (1921-)
at an earlier time or formerly
serving as an essential component having existed from the beginning; in an earliest or original stage or state
the quality of lacking taste and refinement
imaginative re-creation calling up supposed supernatural forces by spells and incantations stimulation that calls up (draws forth) a particular class of behaviors
the capital of the United States in the District of Columbia and a tourist mecca; George Washington commissioned Charles L'Enfant to lay out the city in 1791 a state in northwestern United States on the Pacific the federal government of the United States 1st President of the United States; commander-in-chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolution (1732-1799) United States educator who was born a slave but became educated and founded a college at Tuskegee in Alabama (1856-1915)
provide with a joint put into words or an expression speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way unite by forming a joint or joints express or state clearly expressing yourself easily or characterized by clear expressive language consisting of segments held together by joints
hold back; refuse to hand over or share retain and refrain from disbursing; of payments
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a step in walking or running the grooved surface of a pneumatic tire the part (as of a wheel or shoe) that makes contact with the ground structural member consisting of the horizontal part of a stair or step put down or press the foot, place the foot tread or stomp heavily or roughly crush as if by treading on brace (an archer's bow) by pressing the foot against the center apply (the tread) to a tire mate with
a person whose creative work shows sensitivity and imagination
an udder or breast or teat turn up, loosen, or remove earth create by digging work hard remove, harvest, or recover by digging thrust down or into remove the inner part or the core of poke or thrust abruptly get the meaning of something
not having a point especially a sharp point serving no useful purpose; having no excuse for being
a catecholamine secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stress (trade name Adrenalin); stimulates autonomic nerve action
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without doubt; certainly
liable to weep easily
a major North American river and the chief river of the United States; rises in northern Minnesota and flows southward into the Gulf of Mexico a state in the Deep South on the gulf of Mexico; one of the Confederate States during the American Civil War
a selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor commonly prescribed as an antidepressant (trade names Prozac or Sarafem); it is thought to work by increasing the activity of serotonin in the brain
a defendant in a criminal proceeding bring an accusation against; level a charge against blame for, make a claim of wrongdoing or misbehavior against
further or added
a small digital computer based on a microprocessor and designed to be used by one person at a time
a short speech (often in verse) addressed directly to the audience by an actor at the end of a play a short passage added at the end of a literary work
a depository for collecting and displaying objects having scientific or historical or artistic value
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refer to another person for decision or judgment assign to a lower position; reduce in rank expel, as if by official decree assign to a class or kind
the act of decreasing or reducing something any process in which electrons are added to an atom or ion (as by removing oxygen or adding hydrogen); always occurs accompanied by oxidation of the reducing agent the act of reducing complexity
a person who lacks confidence, is irresolute and wishy-washy a hypothetical subatomic particle of large mass that interacts weakly with ordinary matter through gravitation; postulated as a constituent of the dark matter of the universe
someone who maintains and audits business accounts
(psychology) an erroneous belief that is held in the face of evidence to the contrary a mistaken or unfounded opinion or idea the act of deluding; deception by creating illusory ideas
located inward located or occurring within or closer to a center innermost or essential confined to an exclusive group exclusive to a center; especially a center of influence inside or closer to the inside of the body
pass gradually or leak through or as if through small openings leaking out slowly
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vulnerability to the elements; to the action of heat or cold or wind or rain;  the act of subjecting someone to an influencing experience the disclosure of something secret aspect resulting from the direction a building or window faces the state of being vulnerable or exposed the intensity of light falling on a photographic film or plate a representation of a person or scene in the form of a print or transparent slide; recorded by a camera on light-sensitive material the act of exposing film to light presentation to view in an open or public manner abandoning without shelter or protection (as by leaving as infant out in the open)
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the activity of looking thoroughly in order to find something or someone an investigation seeking answers an operation that determines whether one or more of a set of items has a specified property the examination of alternative hypotheses boarding and inspecting a ship on the high seas try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of search or seek inquire into subject to a search
leaping insect; male makes chirping noises by rubbing the forewings together a game played with a ball and bat by two teams of 11 players; teams take turns trying to score runs play cricket
foretelling events as if by supernatural intervention
the region of the United States lying to the north of the Mason-Dixon line the United States (especially the northern states during the American Civil War) the cardinal compass point that is at 0 or 360 degrees a location in the northern part of a country, region, or city the direction corresponding to the northward cardinal compass point the direction in which a compass needle points British statesman under George III whose policies led to rebellion in the American colonies (1732-1792) situated in or facing or moving toward or coming from the north in a northern direction
a copy made by a xerographic printer a duplicator (trade mark Xerox) that copies graphic matter by the action of light on an electrically charged photoconductive insulating surface in which the latent image is developed with a resinous powder reproduce by xerography
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the rate of moving (especially walking or running) a horse's manner of moving a person's manner of walking
knowledge of the future (usually said to be obtained from a divine source) a prediction uttered under divine inspiration
one who does not side with any party in a war or dispute having no personal preference having only a limited ability to react chemically; chemically inactive not supporting or favoring either side in a war, dispute, or contest possessing no distinctive quality or characteristics having no hue lacking distinguishing quality or characteristics having no net electric charge
an expression of greeting a state in the United States in the central Pacific on the Hawaiian Islands
a trivalent metallic element of the rare earth group; occurs together with yttrium; forms highly magnetic compounds
an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business a room in which a lawcourt sits the sovereign and his advisers who are the governing power of a state a specially marked horizontal area within which a game is played Australian woman tennis player who won many major championships (born in 1947) the family and retinue of a sovereign or prince a hotel for motorists; provides direct access from rooms to parking area a tribunal that is presided over by a magistrate or by one or more judges who administer justice according to the laws the residence of a sovereign or nobleman an area wholly or partly surrounded by walls or buildings respectful deference make amorous advances towards seek someone's favor engage in social activities leading to marriage
the facial expression of sudden pain a reflex response to sudden pain draw back, as with fear or pain make a face indicating disgust or dislike
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an authoritative rule a statute enacted by a city government the act of ordaining; the act of conferring (or receiving) holy orders
the sense organ for hearing and equilibrium good hearing the externally visible cartilaginous structure of the external ear attention to what is said fruiting spike of a cereal plant especially corn
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in minute detail
a very light colorless element that is one of the six inert gasses; the most difficult gas to liquefy; occurs in economically extractable amounts in certain natural gases (as those found in Texas and Kansas) the 5th letter of the Hebrew alphabet
used of the sea during inclement or stormy weather
a formal expression of praise (ancient Greece) a hymn of praise (especially one sung in ancient Greece to invoke or thank a deity)
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impart skills or knowledge to give instructions or directions for some task make aware of
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a second-year undergraduate used of the second year in United States high school or college
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(of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering
change from one system to another or to a new plan or policy change the nature, purpose, or function of something change religious beliefs, or adopt a religious belief exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category cause to adopt a new or different faith score an extra point or points after touchdown by kicking the ball through the uprights or advancing the ball into the end zone complete successfully score (a spare) make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth or validity of something exchange a penalty for a less severe one change in nature, purpose, or function; undergo a chemical change spiritually reborn or converted
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program a piece of fiction that narrates a chain of related events a structure consisting of a room or set of rooms at a single position along a vertical scale a record or narrative description of past events a short account of the news a trivial lie
have the idea for judge or regard; look upon; judge become pregnant; undergo conception
a large stringed instrument; seated player holds it upright while playing
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a separate part of a whole an item that is an instance of some type;  a portion of a natural object a musical work that has been created an instance of some kind an artistic or literary composition a portable gun a serving that has been cut from a larger portion a distance a work of art of some artistic value a period of indeterminate length (usually short) marked by some action or condition a share of something game equipment consisting of an object used in playing certain board games to join or unite the pieces of create by putting components or members together join during spinning eat intermittently; take small bites of repair by adding pieces
something intended to communicate a particular impression something shown to the public a visual representation of something behavior that makes your feelings public exhibiting openly in public view an electronic device that represents information in visual form to show, make visible or apparent attract attention by displaying some body part or posing; of animals
the branch of physics concerned with the motion of bodies in a frame of reference the technical aspects of doing something a craftsman skilled in operating machine tools someone whose occupation is repairing and maintaining automobiles
the world of commercial activity where goods and services are bought and sold an area in a town where a public mercantile establishment is set up
a fight with bare fists
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a power tool used for sanding wood; an endless loop of sandpaper is moved at high speed by an electric motor
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(linguistics) a grammatical rule (or other linguistic feature) that is found in all languages (logic) a proposition that asserts something of all members of a class a behavioral convention or pattern characteristic of all members of a particular culture or of all human beings coupling that connects two rotating shafts allowing freedom of movement in all directions of worldwide scope or applicability applicable to or common to all members of a group or set adapted to various purposes, sizes, forms, operations
part of an organism consisting of an aggregate of cells having a similar structure and function a soft thin (usually translucent) paper create a piece of cloth by interlacing strands of fabric, such as wool or cotton
the property of having one dimension
bring into existence give or supply produce (energy) make children
an unhappy and worried mental state the act of disturbing the mind or body a physical condition in which there is a disturbance of normal functioning a tool used to thicken or spread metal (the end of a bar or a rivet etc.) by forging or hammering or swaging the act of upsetting something an improbable and unexpected victory disturb the balance or stability of cause to lose one's composure move deeply cause to overturn from an upright or normal position form metals with a swage defeat suddenly and unexpectedly
being born or beginning
an unforeseen development an interpretation of a text or action any clever maneuver the act of rotating rapidly a sharp strain on muscles or ligaments a sharp bend in a line produced when a line having a loop is pulled tight a circular segment of a curve a miniature whirlpool or whirlwind resulting when the current of a fluid doubles back on itself a jerky pulling movement a hairdo formed by braiding or twisting the hair social dancing in which couples vigorously twist their hips and arms in time to the music; was popular in the 1960s the act of winding or twisting turning or twisting around (in place) to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling) cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form turn in the opposite direction form into a spiral shape form into twists extend in curves and turns do the twist twist or pull violently or suddenly, especially so as to remove (something) from that to which it is attached or from where it originates practice sophistry; change the meaning of or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive twist suddenly so as to sprain
a United States youth subculture of the 1950s; rejected possessions or regular work or traditional dress; for communal living and psychedelic drugs and anarchism; favored modern forms of jazz (e.g., bebop) a regular route for a sentry or policeman the rhythmic contraction and expansion of the arteries with each beat of the heart the basic rhythmic unit in a piece of music a single pulsation of an oscillation produced by adding two waves of different frequencies; has a frequency equal to the difference between the two oscillations a member of the beat generation; a nonconformist in dress and behavior the sound of stroke or blow (prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse a regular rate of repetition a stroke or blow the act of beating to windward; sailing as close as possible to the direction from which the wind is blowing come out better in a competition, race, or conflict give a beating to; subject to a beating, either as a punishment or as an act of aggression hit repeatedly move rhythmically shape by beating make a rhythmic sound glare or strike with great intensity move with a thrashing motion sail with much tacking or with difficulty stir vigorously strike (a part of one's own body) repeatedly, as in great emotion or in accompaniment to music be superior avoid paying make a sound like a clock or a timer move with a flapping motion indicate by beating, as with the fingers or drumsticks move with or as if with a regular alternating motion make by pounding or trampling produce a rhythm by striking repeatedly strike (water or bushes) repeatedly to rouse animals for hunting beat through cleverness and wit be a mystery or bewildering to wear out completely
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fail to agree with; be in violation of; as of rules or patterns act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises destroy violate the sacred character of a place or language force (someone) to have sex against their will destroy and strip of its possession treated irreverently or sacrilegiously
a musical composition consisting of a series of songs or other musical pieces from various sources a work of art that imitates the style of some previous work
the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill knowledge acquired by learning and instruction the gradual process of acquiring knowledge the profession of teaching (especially at a school or college or university) the result of good upbringing (especially knowledge of correct social behavior) the United States federal department that administers all federal programs dealing with education (including federal aid to educational institutions and students); created 1979
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(mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of another set (the range of the function) what something is used for the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group a relation such that one thing is dependent on another a formal or official social gathering or ceremony a vaguely specified social event a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program perform as expected when applied serve a purpose, role, or function perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function
having one side lower or smaller or lighter than the other turned or twisted toward one side
arouse unreasoning love or passion in and cause to behave in an irrational way marked by foolish or unreasoning fondness
an occasion on which a winner is selected from among two or more contestants a struggle between rivals to make the subject of dispute, contention, or litigation
a barrier that serves to enclose an area material for building fences the art or sport of fighting with swords (especially the use of foils or epees or sabres to score points under a set of rules) enclose with a fence receive stolen goods fight with fencing swords surround with a wall in order to fortify have an argument about something
the action of attacking an enemy violating or tending to violate or offend against for the purpose of attack rather than defense causing anger or annoyance morally offensive unpleasant or disgusting especially to the senses substitute a harsher or distasteful term for a mild one causing or able to cause nausea
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to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe attract strongly, as if with a magnet put into a trance attracting and holding interest as if by a spell
driven by lust; preoccupied with or exhibiting lustful desires
of very poor quality; flimsy
someone who publicizes
(Christianity) the abode of Satan and the forces of evil; where sinners suffer eternal punishment
haunt like a ghost; pursue be preoccupied with something having or showing excessive or compulsive concern with something influenced or controlled by a powerful force such as a strong emotion
any new participant in some activity young bird that has just fledged or become capable of flying (of a young bird) having acquired its flight feathers young and inexperienced
cause to run off the tracks run off or leave the rails
of very poor quality; flimsy
(Scandanavian folklore) a supernatural creature (either a dwarf or a giant) that is supposed to live in caves or in the mountains a partsong in which voices follow each other; one voice starts and others join in one after another until all are singing different parts of the song at the same time a fisherman's lure that is used in trolling angling by drawing a baited line through the water circulate, move around cause to move round and round sing the parts of (a round) in succession angle with a hook and line drawn through the water sing loudly and without inhibition praise or celebrate in song speak or recite rapidly or in a rolling voice
(astronomy) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field any celestial body visible (as a point of light) from the Earth at night an actor who plays a principal role a plane figure with 5 or more points; often used as an emblem a performer who receives prominent billing a star-shaped character * used in printing the topology of a network whose components are connected to a hub feature as the star be the star in a performance mark with an asterisk indicating the most important performer or role
the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities people who are still living the condition of living or the state of being alive the financial means whereby one lives inhabit or live in; be an inhabitant of lead a certain kind of life; live in a certain style continue to live through hardship or adversity support oneself have life, be alive have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations pursue a positive and satisfying existence pertaining to living persons true to life; lifelike (informal) absolute still in existence still in active use (used of minerals or stone) in its natural state and place; not mined or quarried; 
affect with wonder bewildering or striking dumb with wonder so surprisingly impressive as to stun or overwhelm
of cloth; thin and loosely woven of very poor quality; flimsy morally degraded
continuing or remaining in a place or state the state of inactivity following an interruption a judicial order forbidding some action until an event occurs or the order is lifted a thin strip of metal or bone that is used to stiffen a garment (e.g. a corset) (nautical) brace consisting of a heavy rope or wire cable used as a support for a mast or spar stay the same; remain in a certain state stay put (in a certain place); we are not moving to Cincinnati" dwell continue in a place, position, or situation remain behind stop or halt stay behind hang on during a trial of endurance stop a judicial process fasten with stays overcome or allay
by necessity
a piece of thin and flexible sheet metal anything that serves by contrast to call attention to another thing's good qualities a device consisting of a flat or curved piece (as a metal plate) so that its surface reacts to the water it is passing through picture consisting of a positive photograph or drawing on a transparent base; viewed with a projector a light slender flexible sword tipped by a button enhance by contrast hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of cover or back with foil
a sudden sharp feeling a strong blow with a knife or other sharp pointed instrument informal words for any attempt or effort use a knife on stab or pierce poke or thrust abruptly
take or catch as if in a snare or trap catch in or as if in a trap
cause to agonize suffer agony or anguish extremely painful
a person you know well and regard with affection and trust an associate who provides cooperation or assistance a person with whom you are acquainted a person who backs a politician or a team etc. a member of the Religious Society of Friends founded by George Fox (the Friends have never called themselves Quakers)
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United States film actress who appeared in many films with Spencer Tracy (1907-2003)
avoid and stay away from deliberately; stay clear of expel from a community or group
the basic unit of electric current adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites a nucleotide found in muscle cells and important in metabolism; reversibly convertible to ADP and ATP
in an abundant manner in a wasteful manner in a rich and lavish manner
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signal going into an electronic system a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information any stimulating information or event; acts to arouse action a component of production; something that goes into the production of output enter (data or a program) into a computer
never-ceasing continually recurring to the mind retained; not shed stubbornly unyielding
make worse or less effective make imperfect
a minor actor in crowd scenes an additional edition of a newspaper (usually to report a crisis) something additional of the same kind
the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration deciding or controlling something's outcome or nature the act of making up your mind about something
enlarge or increase grow or intensify added to or made greater in amount or number or strength
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interpret in the wrong way
United States divorcee whose marriage to Edward VIII created a constitutional crisis leading to his abdication Scottish obstetrician and surgeon who pioneered in the use of ether and discovered the anesthetic effects of chloroform (1811-1870)
large and complicated reddish-brown glandular organ located in the upper right portion of the abdominal cavity; secretes bile and functions in metabolism of protein and carbohydrate and fat; synthesizes substances involved in the clotting of the blood; synthesizes vitamin A; detoxifies poisonous substances and breaks down worn-out erythrocytes liver of an animal used as meat a person who has a special life style someone who lives in a place having a reddish-brown color
deficient in originality or creativity; lacking powers of invention dealing only with concrete facts lacking spontaneity or originality or individuality
formerly used as a treatment to reduce excess blood (one of the four humors of medieval medicine) indiscriminate slaughter
(Roman Catholic Church) one of the great Fathers of the early Christian church; after a dramatic conversion to Christianity he became bishop of Hippo Regius in North Africa; St. Augustine emphasized man's need for grace (354-430)
separation into component parts the process of going into solution dissolute indulgence in sensual pleasure the termination of a meeting the termination or disintegration of a relationship (between persons or nations)
an urgent or peremptory request the ability and desire to purchase goods and services required activity the act of demanding a condition requiring relief request urgently and forcefully require as useful, just, or proper claim as due or just lay legal claim to summon to court ask to be informed of
an efficient incentive characterized by action or forcefulness or force of personality of or relating to dynamics (used of verbs (e.g. `to run') and participial adjectives (e.g. `running' in `running water')) expressing action rather than a state of being
systematic arrangement of all the inflected forms of a word a standard or typical example the class of all items that can be substituted into the same position (or slot) in a grammatical sentence (are in paradigmatic relation with one another) the generally accepted perspective of a particular discipline at a given time
cover completely or make imperceptible get rid of as if by submerging die from being submerged in water, getting water into the lungs, and asphyxiating kill by submerging in water be covered with or submerged in a liquid
a native or inhabitant of Asia of or relating to or characteristic of Asia or the peoples of Asia or their languages or culture
corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality practice sophistry; change the meaning of or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive change the inherent purpose or function of something (used of sexual behavior) showing or appealing to bizarre or deviant tastes having an intended meaning altered or misrepresented deviating from what is considered moral or right or proper or good
unskillfulness resulting from a lack of training having no qualities that would render it valuable or useful
originate (in) have its essential character; be comprised or contained in; be embodied in be consistent in form, tenor, or character; be congruous be composed of
an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant the naval officer in command of a military ship a policeman in charge of a precinct an officer who is licensed to command a merchant ship the leader of a group of people the pilot in charge of an airship a dining-room attendant who is in charge of the waiters and the seating of customers be the captain of a sports team
present give as a gift bestow a quality on
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a complete extent or range: "a face that expressed a gamut of emotions" the entire scale of musical notes
a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities
an involuntary vibration (as if from illness or fear) a small earthquake shaking or trembling (usually resulting from weakness or stress or disease) shake with seismic vibrations
one of several parts or pieces that fit with others to constitute a whole object one of the parts into which something naturally divides divide into segments divide or split up
stately heavy-bodied aquatic bird with very long neck and usually white plumage as adult to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment sweep majestically
having or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar having a sweet nature befitting an angel or cherub pleasing to the ear pleasing to the senses pleasing to the mind or feeling having a natural fragrance (used of wines) having a high residual sugar content not containing or composed of salt water not soured or preserved with sweetening added
include or contain; have as a component contain or hold; have within lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits be divisible by be capable of holding or containing hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of gotten under control
the period of time that is happening now; any continuous stretch of time including the moment of speech something presented as a gift a verb tense that expresses actions or states at the time of speaking give an exhibition of to an interested audience bring forward and present to the mind perform (a play), especially on a stage hand over formally introduce give, especially as an honor or reward give as a present; make a gift of deliver (a speech, oration, or idea) cause to come to know personally represent abstractly, for example in a painting, drawing, or sculpture present somebody with something, usually to accuse or criticize formally present a debutante, a representative of a country, etc. recognize with a gesture prescribed by a military regulation; assume a prescribed position
a phrase that can function as the subject or object of a verb relating to or constituting or bearing or giving a name insignificantly small; a matter of form only (`tokenish' is informal) pertaining to a noun or to a word group that functions as a noun of, relating to, or characteristic of an amount that is not adjusted for inflation named; bearing the name of a specific person existing in name only
an equal exchange exchange or give (something) in exchange for move (a piece of a program) into memory, in computer science
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cause to repeat a cycle use again after processing
the profession of a teacher a doctrine that is taught the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill impart skills or knowledge to accustom gradually to some action or attitude
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controlling influence pitching dangerously to one side move back and forth or sideways move or walk in a swinging or swaying manner win approval or support for cause to move back and forth
create by putting components or members together collect in one place get people together
a hand with the fingers clenched in the palm (as for hitting)
a written agreement between two states or sovereigns
modernize or bring up to date bring up to date; supply with recent information bring to the latest state of technology
(sports) the act of preventing the opposition from scoring save from ruin, destruction, or harm to keep up and reserve for personal or special use bring into safety spend less; buy at a reduced price accumulate money for future use make unnecessary an expenditure or effort save from sins refrain from harming spend sparingly, avoid the waste of retain rights to record data on a computer
combine into one
recovery or preservation from loss or danger free from harm or evil take forcibly from legal custody
the British cabinet minister responsible for finance the person who is head of state (in several countries) the honorary or titular head of a university
the state of nonexistence an empty area or space declare invalid clear (a room, house, place) of occupants or empty or clear (a place or receptacle) of something take away the legal force of or render ineffective excrete or discharge from the body lacking any legal or binding force containing nothing
a computer network consisting of a worldwide network of computer networks that use the TCP/IP network protocols to facilitate data transmission and exchange
connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces make a logical or causal connection be or become joined or united or linked join by means of communication equipment land on or hit solidly join for the purpose of communication be scheduled so as to provide continuing service, as in transportation establish a rapport or relationship establish communication with someone plug into an outlet hit or play a ball successfully
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a blow from a flat object (as an open hand) the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth a sailing ship (usually rigged like a sloop or cutter) used in fishing and sailing along the coast street names for heroin an enthusiastic kiss the act of smacking something; a blow delivered with an open hand deliver a hard blow to have an element suggestive (of something) have a distinctive or characteristic taste kiss lightly press (the lips) together and open (the lips) noisily, as in eating directly
a textile machine for weaving yarn into a textile come into view indistinctly, often threateningly appear very large or occupy a commanding position hang over, as of something threatening, dark, or menacing weave on a loom
news that updates your information modernize or bring up to date bring up to date; supply with recent information bring to the latest state of technology
something superior in quality or condition or effect someone who bets a superior person having claim to precedence the superior one of two alternatives surpass in excellence to make better get better
the basic unit of money in Afghanistan an Iranian language spoken in Afghanistan and Pakistan; the official language of Afghanistan of or relating to or characteristic of Afghanistan or its people
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show off wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner
make slick or smooth well-groomed and neatly tailored; especially too well-groomed designed or arranged to offer the least resistant to fluid flow having a smooth, gleaming surface reflecting light
possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching
unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope
a specialist in philosophy a wise person who is calm and rational; someone who lives a life of reason with equanimity
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be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance be in control have dominance or the power to defeat over be greater in significance than look down on
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not special in any way
an ability that has been acquired by training ability to produce solutions in some problem domain
a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction the state of being honored any of various aromatic trees of the laurel family United States slapstick comedian (born in England) who played the scatterbrained and often tearful member of the Laurel and Hardy duo who made many films (1890-1965) (antiquity) a wreath of laurel foliage worn on the head as an emblem of victory
make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc. be beautiful to look at
irritate or vex
a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances; frequently (but not necessarily) a liquid solution a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem a method for solving a problem the set of values that give a true statement when substituted into an equation the successful action of solving a problem
be completely full fill as much as possible filled to capacity
to an indefinite extent; for an indefinite time
the state of being suitable or opportune the quality of being useful and convenient a toilet that is available to the public a device or control that is very useful for a particular job
lacking a logical or causal relation not connected by kinship
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increase make better or more attractive
become one to bring or combine together or with something else bring together for a common purpose or action or ideology or in a shared situation act in concert or unite in a common purpose or belief join or combine combining into a single unit tending to unify
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(philosophy) the doctrine that the world can be understood in scientific terms without recourse to spiritual or supernatural explanations an artistic movement in 19th century France; artists and writers strove for detailed realistic and factual description
clothing in general provide with clothes or put clothes on furnish with power or authority; of kings or emperors cover as if with clothing
make visible remove all or part of one's clothes to show one's body
a terrestrial or aquatic flesh-eating mammal any animal that feeds on flesh
to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course extend in curves and turns arrange or or coil around catch the scent of; get wind of coil the spring of (some mechanical device) by turning a stem form into a wreath raise or haul up with or as if with mechanical help breathing laboriously or convulsively
a powerful effect or influence (physics) the influence that produces a change in a physical quantity physical energy or intensity group of people willing to obey orders a unit that is part of some military service an act of aggression (as one against a person who resists) one possessing or exercising power or influence or authority a group of people having the power of effective action (of a law) having legal validity a putout of a base runner who is required to run; the putout is accomplished by holding the ball while touching the base to which the runner must advance before the runner reaches that base to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means :"She forced him to take a job in the city" urge or force (a person) to an action; constrain or motivate move with force, "He pushed the table into a corner" impose urgently, importunately, or inexorably squeeze like a wedge into a tight space force into or from an action or state, either physically or metaphorically cause to move by pulling do forcibly; exert force take by force
having thin consistency very thin in gauge or diameter lacking substance or significance; a fragile claim to fame"
witty language used to convey insults or scorn incongruity between what might be expected and what actually occurs a trope that involves incongruity between what is expected and what occurs
a native or inhabitant of Japan the language (usually considered to be Altaic) spoken by the Japanese of or relating to or characteristic of Japan or its people or their culture or language
has a good chance of being the case or of coming about likely but not certain to be or become true or real expected to become or be; in prospect within the realm of credibility with considerable certainty; without much doubt
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an assistant subject to the authority or control of another a word that is more specific than a given word rank or order as less important or consider of less value make subordinate, dependent, or subservient lower in rank or importance subject or submissive to authority or the control of another (of a clause) unable to stand alone syntactically as a complete sentence
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the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall) make level or straight become even or more even make even or more even divisible by two equal in degree or extent or amount; or equally matched or balanced being level or straight or regular and without variation as e.g. in shape or texture; or being in the same plane or at the same height as something else (i.e. even with) symmetrically arranged occurring at fixed intervals of the score in a contest used as an intensive especially to indicate something unexpected in spite of; notwithstanding to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons to the full extent
(used as a combining form) recent or new
lacking grace in movement or posture
a person's partner in marriage
something or someone that has suffered ruin or dilapidation an accident that destroys a ship at sea a serious accident (usually involving one or more vehicles) a ship that has been destroyed at sea smash or break forcefully
the quality of being intricate and compounded
save from ruin, destruction, or harm to keep up and reserve for personal or special use bring into safety spend less; buy at a reduced price accumulate money for future use make unnecessary an expenditure or effort save from sins refrain from harming spend sparingly, avoid the waste of retain rights to record data on a computer rescued; especially from the power and consequences of sin guarded from injury or destruction
filled or abounding with fog or mist indistinct or hazy in outline
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(physics) electromagnetic radiation that can produce a visual sensation any device serving as a source of illumination a particular perspective or aspect of a situation the quality of being luminous; emitting or reflecting light an illuminated area a condition of spiritual awareness; divine illumination the visual effect of illumination on objects or scenes as created in pictures a person regarded very fondly having abundant light or illumination mental understanding as an enlightening experience merriment expressed by a brightness or gleam or animation of countenance public awareness a divine presence believed by Quakers to enlighten and guide the soul a visual warning signal a device for lighting or igniting fuel or charges or fires make lighter or brighter begin to smoke to come to rest, settle cause to start burning; subject to fire or great heat fall to somebody by assignment or lot alight from (a horse)
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not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered original and of a kind not seen before lacking training or experience having no previous example or precedent or parallel other than the former one(s); different unaffected by use or exposure (of a new kind or fashion) gratuitously new in use after medieval times used of a living language; being the current stage in its development (of crops) harvested at an early stage of development; before complete maturity unfamiliar very recently
a computer network consisting of a worldwide network of computer networks that use the TCP/IP network protocols to facilitate data transmission and exchange a trap made of netting to catch fish or birds or insects the excess of revenues over outlays in a given period of time (including depreciation and other non-cash expenses) a goal lined with netting (as in soccer or hockey) game equipment consisting of a strip of netting dividing the playing area in tennis or badminton an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals make as a net profit yield as a net profit construct or form a web, as if by weaving catch with a net remaining after all deductions conclusive in a process or progression
generally agreed upon; not subject to dispute
at any time at all times; all the time and on every occasion (intensifier for adjectives) very
catch in or as if in a trap entice and trap
in a miserable manner
a distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant be extremely bad in quality or in one's performance smell badly and offensively
a position particularly well suited to the person who occupies it a small concavity an enclosure that is set back or indented (ecology) the status of an organism within its environment and community (affecting its survival as a species)
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intense aversion the relation between propositions that cannot both be true at the same time
the 13th letter of the Hebrew alphabet
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the force of workers available an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman) someone who serves in the armed forces; a member of a military force the generic use of the word to refer to any human being any living or extinct member of the family Hominidae characterized by superior intelligence, articulate speech, and erect carriage a male subordinate an adult male person who has a manly character (virile and courageous competent) a manservant who acts as a personal attendant to his employer a male person who plays a significant role (husband or lover or boyfriend) in the life of a particular woman one of the British Isles in the Irish Sea game equipment consisting of an object used in playing certain board games all of the living human inhabitants of the earth
an item that can be disposed of after it has been used free or available for use or disposition designed to be disposed of after use
in a weird manner
United States actor (born in Ireland); father of Georgiana Emma Barrymore (1827-1862) cause to move by pulling get or derive make a mark or lines on a surface make, formulate, or derive in the mind bring, take, or pull out of a container or from under a cover represent by making a drawing of, as with a pencil, chalk, etc. on a surface take liquid out of a container or well give a description of select or take in from a given group or region elicit responses, such as objections, criticism, applause, etc. suck in or take (air) move or go steadily or gradually remove (a commodity) from (a supply source) choose at random earn or achieve a base by being walked by the pitcher bring or lead someone to a certain action or condition cause to flow write a legal document or paper engage in drawing move or pull so as to cover or uncover something allow a draft require a specified depth for floating pull (a person) apart with four horses tied to his extremities, so as to execute him cause to move in a certain direction by exerting a force upon, either physically or in an abstract sense take in, also metaphorically direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes thread on or as if on a string stretch back a bowstring (on an archer's bow) pass over, across, or through finish a game with an equal number of points, goals, etc. contract reduce the diameter of (a wire or metal rod) by pulling it through a die steep; pass through a strainer remove the entrails of flatten, stretch, or mold metal or glass, by rolling or by pulling it through a die or by stretching cause to localize at one point
the social science that studies the origins and social relationships of human beings
come together get together socially or for a specific purpose be adjacent or come together fill or meet a want or need satisfy a condition or restriction satisfy or fulfill collect in one place get to know; get acquainted with meet by design; be present at the arrival of contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle experience as a reaction undergo or suffer be in direct physical contact with; make contact
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be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance be in control have dominance or the power to defeat over be greater in significance than look down on
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ten 10s being ten more than ninety
being one more than one hundred
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a reformer who opposes the use of intoxicating beverages remove the moisture from and make dry become dry or drier free from liquid or moisture; lacking natural or normal moisture or depleted of water; or no longer wet humorously sarcastic or mocking lacking moisture or volatile components opposed to or prohibiting the production and sale of alcoholic beverages not producing milk (of liquor) having a low residual sugar content because of decomposition of sugar during fermentation without a mucous or watery discharge; a small child with a dry nose" not shedding tears lacking interest or stimulation; dull and lifeless used of solid substances in contrast with liquid ones unproductive especially of the expected results having no adornment or coloration (of food) eaten without a spread or sauce or other garnish having a large proportion of strong liquor lacking warmth or emotional involvement practicing complete abstinence from alcoholic beverages; I happen to be teetotal"
German theologian who led the Reformation; believed that salvation is granted on the basis of faith rather than deeds (1483-1546)
any thick, viscous matter the process of seeping pass gradually or leak through or as if through small openings release (a liquid) in drops or small quantities
in an appropriate manner
something left after other parts have been taken away freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility) a pause for relaxation a state of inaction euphemisms for death (based on an analogy between lying in a bed and in a tomb) a support on which things can be put a musical notation indicating a silence of a specified duration not move; be in a resting position take a short break from one's activities in order to relax give a rest to have a place in relation to something else be at rest stay the same; remain in a certain state be inherent or innate in;  put something in a resting position, as for support or steadying sit, as on a branch rest on or as if on a pillow be inactive, refrain from acting
idle or foolish and irrelevant talk speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly
the state of being vulnerable or exposed susceptibility to injury or attack
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cut or make a way through move or affect (a person's emotions or bodily feelings) deeply or sharply sound sharply or shrilly penetrate or cut through with a sharp instrument make a hole into having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions painful as if caused by a sharp instrument
refuse to acknowledge bar from attention or consideration fail to notice give little or no attention to be ignorant of or in the dark about
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effusively or insincerely emotional artificially formal
the procedure of calculating; determining something by mathematical or logical methods problem solving that involves numbers or quantities planning something carefully and intentionally
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claim as due or just take as an undesirable consequence of some event or state of affairs having complicated nutritional requirements; especially growing only in special artificial cultures severe and unremitting in making demands requiring precise accuracy
meant or adapted for an occasion or use worthy of being chosen especially as a spouse
a juvenile between the onset of puberty and maturity
a crafty and involved plot to achieve your (usually sinister) ends a clandestine love affair cause to be interested or curious form intrigues (for) in an underhand manner
marked by practical hardheaded intelligence
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give, especially as an honor or reward give as judged due or on the basis of merit
ludicrously odd extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers fanciful and unrealistic; foolish existing in fancy only extravagantly fanciful in design, construction, appearance
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by means of the fingers in terms of integers
in an intense manner
a race between candidates for elective office a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end several related operations aimed at achieving a particular goal (usually within geographical and temporal constraints) an overland journey by hunters (especially in Africa) run, stand, or compete for an office or a position exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for go on a campaign; go off to war
the quality of moving freely
lacking humor; a wink of warning"- Truman Capote
40th President of the United States (1911-2004)
strike, usually with the fist
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escape, either physically or mentally be incomprehensible to; escape understanding by avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)
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a fact about some part (as opposed to general) a medicine that has a mitigating effect on a specific disease
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and nine being ten more than eighty
the significance of a story or event concerned with principles of right and wrong or conforming to standards of behavior and character based on those principles psychological rather than physical or tangible in effect
cover completely or make imperceptible get rid of as if by submerging die from being submerged in water, getting water into the lungs, and asphyxiating kill by submerging in water be covered with or submerged in a liquid
peculiar to the individual
the total number counted the act of counting; reciting numbers in ascending order a nobleman (in various countries) having rank equal to a British earl determine the number or amount of have weight; have import, carry weight show consideration for; take into account name or recite the numbers in ascending order put into a group include as if by counting have a certain value or carry a certain weight have faith or confidence in take account of
an expanse of scenery that can be seen in a single view painting depicting an expanse of natural scenery a genre of art dealing with the depiction of natural scenery an extensive mental viewpoint embellish with plants do landscape gardening
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someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime
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any soft or soggy mass a soft moist part of a fruit a mixture of cellulose fibers an inexpensive magazine printed on poor quality paper the soft inner part of a tooth remove the pulp from, as from a fruit reduce to pulp
United States writer of humorous stylized stories about Broadway and the New York underground (1884-1946)
weapons considered collectively the official symbols of a family, state, etc. a human limb; technically the part of the superior limb between the shoulder and the elbow but commonly used to refer to the whole superior limb any projection that is thought to resemble a human arm any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting the part of an armchair or sofa that supports the elbow and forearm of a seated person a division of some larger or more complex organization the part of a garment that is attached at the armhole and that provides a cloth covering for the arm prepare oneself for a military confrontation supply with arms
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an accidental hole that allows something (fluid or light etc.) to enter or escape soft watery rot in fruits and vegetables caused by fungi a euphemism for urination the discharge of a fluid from some container unauthorized (especially deliberate) disclosure of confidential information tell anonymously be leaked enter or escape as through a hole or crack or fissure have an opening that allows light or substances to enter or go out
King of England and Ireland in 1936; his marriage to Wallis Warfield Simpson created a constitutional crisis leading to his abdication (1894-1972) King of England from 1901 to 1910; son of Victoria and Prince Albert; famous for his elegant sporting ways (1841-1910) King of England and Ireland from 1547 to 1553; son of Henry VIII and Jane Seymour; died of tuberculosis (1537-1553) King of England who was crowned at the age of 13 on the death of his father Edward IV but was immediately confined to the Tower of London where he and his younger brother were murdered (1470-1483) King of England from 1461 to 1470 and from 1471 to 1483; was dethroned in 1470 but regained the throne in 1471 by his victory at the battle of Tewkesbury (1442-1483) son of Edward II and King of England from 1327-1377; his claim to the French throne provoked the Hundred Years' War; his reign was marked by an epidemic of the Black Plague and by the emergence of the House of Commons as the powerful arm of British Parliament (1312-1377) King of England from 1307 to 1327 and son of Edward I; was defeated at Bannockburn by the Scots led by Robert the Bruce; was deposed and died in prison (1284-1327) King of England from 1272 to 1307; conquered Wales (1239-1307) third son of Elizabeth II (born in 1964) son of Edward III who defeated the French at Crecy and Poitiers in the Hundred Years' War (1330-1376)
a telephone connection a special disposition (as if from a divine source) to pursue a particular course a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition a demand especially in the phrase "the call of duty" the characteristic sound produced by a bird a brief social visit a demand by a broker that a customer deposit enough to bring his margin up to the minimum requirement a demand for a show of hands in a card game a request an instruction that interrupts the program being executed a visit in an official or professional capacity (sports) the decision made by an umpire or referee the option to buy a given stock (or stock index or commodity future) at a given price before a given date assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to ascribe a quality to or give a name of a common noun that reflects a quality get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone utter a sudden loud cry order, request, or command to come pay a brief visit call a meeting; invite or command to meet read aloud to check for omissions or absentees send a message or attempt to reach someone by radio, phone, etc.; make a signal to in order to transmit a message utter a characteristic note or cry stop or postpone because of adverse conditions, such as bad weather greet, as with a prescribed form, title, or name make a stop in a harbour demand payment of (a loan) make a demand, as for a card or a suit or a show of hands give the calls (to the dancers) for a square dance indicate a decision in regard to make a prediction about; tell in advance require the presentation of for redemption before maturation challenge (somebody) to make good on a statement; charge with or censure for an offense declare in the capacity of an umpire or referee lure by imitating the characteristic call of an animal order or request or give a command for order, summon, or request for a specific duty or activity, work, role utter in a loud voice or announce challenge the sincerity or truthfulness of consider or regard as being rouse somebody from sleep with a call
steadiness of mind under stress wind moving at less than 1 knot; 0 on the Beaufort scale make calm or still make steady become quiet or calm, especially after a state of agitation cause to be calm or quiet as by administering a sedative to not agitated; without losing self-possession (of weather) free from storm or wind
push for something express a good opinion of make attractive or acceptable
continue to live through hardship or adversity continue in existence after (an adversity, etc.) support oneself live longer than
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permitting the unwanted passage of fluids or gases used informally; unable to retain urine prone to communicate confidential information
a subdivision of a particular kind of thing a person of a specified kind (usually with many eccentricities) (biology) the taxonomic group whose characteristics are used to define the next higher taxon printed characters all of the tokens of the same symbol a small metal block bearing a raised character on one end; produces a printed character when inked and pressed on paper write by means of a keyboard with types identify as belonging to a certain type
a Swiss patriot who lived in the early 14th century and who was renowned for his skill as an archer; according to legend an Austrian governor compelled him to shoot an apple from his son's head with his crossbow (which he did successfully without mishap) express in words let something be known narrate or give a detailed account of give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority discern or comprehend inform positively and with certainty and confidence give evidence mark as different
adjust to a specific need or market style and tailor in a certain fashion create (clothes) with cloth severely simple in line or design (of clothing) custom-made
affectedly genteel
easily irritated or annoyed
marked by keen caution and watchful prudence openly distrustful and unwilling to confide
an annual award by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for achievements in motion picture production and performance
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conscientious attention to rules and details uncompromising resolution
the waging of armed conflict against an enemy a legal state created by a declaration of war and ended by official declaration during which the international rules of war apply an active struggle between competing entities a concerted campaign to end something that is injurious make or wage war
a twist or aberration; especially a perverse or abnormal way of judging or acting a shape distorted by twisting or folding a moral or mental distortion yarn arranged lengthways on a loom and crossed by the woof make false by mutilation or addition; as of a message or story bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat
notify of danger, potential harm, or risk admonish or counsel in terms of someone's behavior ask to go away notify, usually in advance
a religious doctrine that is proclaimed as true without proof a doctrine or code of beliefs accepted as authoritative
capital of Germany located in eastern Germany United States songwriter (born in Russia) who wrote more than 1500 songs and several musical comedies (1888-1989) a limousine with a glass partition between the front and back seats
get warm or warmer make warm or warmer having or producing a comfortable and agreeable degree of heat or imparting or maintaining heat psychologically warm; friendly and responsive (color) inducing the impression of warmth; used especially of reds and oranges and yellows having or displaying warmth or affection freshly made or left easily aroused or excited characterized by strong enthusiasm characterized by liveliness or excitement or disagreement uncomfortable because of possible danger or trouble of a seeker; near to the object sought in a warm manner
wood of a pecan tree tree of southern United States and Mexico cultivated for its nuts smooth brown oval nut of south central United States
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for a limitless time
a person who is under the protection or in the custody of another a district into which a city or town is divided for the purpose of administration and elections block forming a division of a hospital (or a suite of rooms) shared by patients who need a similar kind of care English economist and conservationist (1914-1981) English writer of novels who was an active opponent of the women's suffrage movement (1851-1920) United States businessman who in 1872 established a successful mail-order business (1843-1913) a division of a prison (usually consisting of several cells) watch over or shield from danger or harm; protect
inhabit or live in; be an inhabitant of be present in exist or be situated within having inhabitants; lived in
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potentially existing but not presently evident or realized (pathology) not presently active
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an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling space for movement opportunity for the people who are present in a room live and take one's meals at or in
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a state of being carried away by overwhelming emotion a state of elated bliss street names for methylenedioxymethamphetamine
equipment designed to serve a specific function the way something is organized or arranged an act that incriminates someone on a false charge
lacking brightness or color; dull grave or even gloomy in character
local names for a cowboy (`vaquero' is used especially in southwestern and central Texas and `buckaroo' is used especially in California)
a polite refusal of an invitation sadness associated with some wrong done or some disappointment feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about feel sad about the loss or absence of decline formally or politely express with regret
a form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement
tending to suggest or imply (usually followed by `of') pointing out or revealing clearly tending to suggest something improper or indecent
tending to exploit or make use of
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a deliberate act of omission an instance that does not conform to a rule or generalization; the only exception was her last child" grounds for adverse criticism
similar in quality or character related by blood
(botany) the usually underground organ that lacks buds or leaves or nodes; absorbs water and mineral salts; usually it anchors the plant to the ground the place where something begins, where it springs into being (linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed a number that, when multiplied by itself some number of times, equals a given number the set of values that give a true statement when substituted into an equation someone from whom you are descended (but usually more remote than a grandparent) a simple form inferred as the common basis from which related words in several languages can be derived by linguistic processes the part of a tooth that is embedded in the jaw and serves as support take root and begin to grow come into existence, originate plant by the roots dig with the snout become settled or established and stable in one's residence or life style cause to take roots
a breed of very large heavy dogs with a thick coarse usually black coat; highly intelligent dogs and vigorous swimmers; developed in Newfoundland an island in the north Atlantic
a substance added to another to make it less hard
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in a memorable manner
a first-year undergraduate recently made, produced, or harvested (of a cycle) beginning or occurring again imparting vitality and energy original and of a kind not seen before not canned or otherwise preserved not containing or composed of salt water having recently calved and therefore able to give milk with restored energy not soured or preserved free from impurities not yet used or soiled improperly forward or bold
the elasticity of something that can be stretched and returns to its original length cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense be the cause or source of transfer possession of something concrete or abstract to somebody convey or reveal information convey, as of a compliment, regards, attention, etc.; bestow organize or be responsible for convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture give as a present; make a gift of cause to happen or be responsible for dedicate give or supply transmit (knowledge or skills) bring about leave with; give temporarily emit or utter endure the loss of place into the hands or custody of give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause give (as medicine) give or convey physically bestow bestow, especially officially move in order to make room for someone for something give food to contribute to some cause break down, literally or metaphorically estimate the duration or outcome of something execute and deliver deliver in exchange or recompense afford access to present to view perform for an audience be flexible under stress of physical force propose accord by verdict manifest or show offer in good faith submit for consideration, judgment, or use guide or direct, as by behavior of persuasion allow to have or take inflict as a punishment occur consent to engage in sexual intercourse with a man proffer (a body part)
setting an order and time for planned events creating a sequence of instructions to enable the computer to do something arrange a program of or for write a computer program
the highest point of anything conceived of as growing or developing or unfolding the decisive moment in a novel or play the moment of most intense pleasure in sexual intercourse the most severe stage of a disease arrangement of clauses in ascending order of forcefulness end, especially to reach a final or climactic stage
the sound of laughing a facial expression characteristic of a person laughing a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter produce laughter
sharpen with a hone make perfect or complete
a sharp strain on muscles or ligaments a jerky pulling movement a hand tool that is used to hold or twist a nut or bolt twist or pull violently or suddenly, especially so as to remove (something) from that to which it is attached or from where it originates make a sudden twisting motion twist and compress, as if in pain or anguish twist suddenly so as to sprain
a sweet yellow liquid produced by bees a beloved person; used as terms of endearment sweeten with honey of something having the color of honey
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give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner
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hasty and without attention to detail; not thorough
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move forward, also in the metaphorical sense bring forward for consideration or acceptance increase or raise contribute to the progress or growth of cause to move forward obtain advantages, such as points, etc. develop in a positive way develop further give a promotion to or assign to a higher position pay in advance move forward rise in rate or price moving forward
impossible to forget
in an unimpressive manner
acquiring desirable qualities by being left undisturbed for some time the organic process of growing older and showing the effects of increasing age begin to seem older; get older grow old or older make older growing old
the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians
of or relating to a legal title to something of or bearing a title signifying status or function of or pertaining to the title of a work of art of or associated with or bearing a title signifying nobility existing in name only
call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) deduce (a principle) or construe (a meaning) derive by reason called forth from a latent or potential state by stimulation
tear or be torn violently move precipitously or violently cut (wood) along the grain criticize or abuse strongly and violently resembling a sound of violent tearing as of something ripped apart or lightning splitting a tree
a static photograph (especially one taken from a movie and used for advertising purposes) (poetic) tranquil silence an apparatus used for the distillation of liquids; consists of a vessel in which a substance is vaporized by heat and a condenser where the vapor is condensed a plant and works where alcoholic drinks are made by distillation make calm or still cause to be quiet or not talk lessen the intensity of or calm make motionless
express strong disapproval of
affect with wonder be a mystery or bewildering to surprising greatly inspiring awe or admiration or wonder
perform better or achieve a greater degree of success than expected
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being in a tense state
a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem the speech act of replying to a question the principal pleading by the defendant in response to plaintiff's complaint; in criminal law it consists of the defendant's plea of `guilty' or `not guilty' (or nolo contendere); in civil law it must contain denials of all allegations in the plaintiff's complaint that the defendant hopes to controvert and it can contain affirmative defenses or counterclaims a nonverbal reaction react verbally respond to a signal give the correct answer or solution to understand the meaning of give a defence or refutation of (a charge) or in (an argument) be liable or accountable be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity match or correspond be satisfactory for; meet the requirements of or serve the purpose of react to a stimulus or command
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a decorative pin worn by women bring up a topic for discussion
indulgence in moral pronouncements; the exposition (often superficially) of a particular moral code interpret the moral meaning of speak as if delivering a sermon; express moral judgements improve the morals of
imposing in size or bulk or solidity being the same substance throughout imposing in scale or scope or degree or power consisting of great mass; containing a great quantity of matter
a blank character used to separate successive words in writing or printing a blank gap or missing part a piece of material ready to be made into something a cartridge containing an explosive charge but no bullet keep the opposing (baseball) team from winning
a group of people who differ racially or politically from a larger group of which it is a part being or relating to the smaller in number of two parts any age prior to the legal age
pass through
the act of furnishing an equivalent person or thing in the place of another substitute a person or thing for (another that is broken or inefficient or lost or no longer working or yielding what is expected) take the place or move into the position of put something back where it belongs put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items
make (one thing) compatible with (another) bring into consonance or accord come to terms accept as inevitable made compatible or consistent
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(of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering having the nature of vice bringing or deserving severe rebuke or censure marked by deep ill will; deliberately harmful
a state in which you want to learn more about something something unusual -- perhaps worthy of collecting
someone unable to adapt to their circumstances
an executive officer of a firm or corporation the person who holds the office of head of state of the United States government the chief executive of a republic the officer who presides at the meetings of an organization the head administrative officer of a college or university the office of the United States head of state
a female homosexual a resident of Lesbos of or relating to or characterized by homosexual relations between woman
uncertain or unable to decide about what course to follow
of very poor quality or condition unequivocally detestable deserving a curse
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something the act of attacking make an effort or attempt enter upon an activity or enterprise
one of three equal parts of a divisible whole the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed near the third of the bases in the infield (counting counterclockwise from home plate) following the second position in an ordering or series the musical interval between one note and another three notes away from it the third from the lowest forward ratio gear in the gear box of a motor vehicle the base that must be touched third by a base runner in baseball coming next after the second and just before the fourth in position in the third place
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a behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual
move downward and lower, but not necessarily all the way come from; be connected by a relationship of blood, for example do something that one considers to be below one's dignity come as if by falling
an economic system based on private ownership of capital
the linear extent in space from one end to the other; the longest dimension of something that is fixed in place continuance in time the property of being the extent of something from beginning to end size of the gap between two places a section of something that is long and narrow
keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean" keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction supply with necessities and support state categorically have and exercise maintain for use and service maintain by writing regular records state or assert support against an opponent stick to correctly or closely
stay in one place and anticipate or expect something wait before acting look forward to the probable occurrence of serve as a waiter or waitress in a restaurant
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a person trained to compete in sports
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(British informal) pork sausage firework consisting of a small explosive charge and fuse in a heavy paper casing
an annoying or frustrating or catastrophic event
be owned by; be in the possession of be suitable or acceptable be in the right place or situation be rightly classified in a class or category be a member, adherent, inhabitant, etc. (of a group, organization, or place) be a part or adjunct
develop or come to a promising stage open to the view extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length spread out or open from a closed or folded state
take or catch as if in a snare or trap catch in or as if in a trap
not conclusive; not putting an end to doubt or question
British classical scholar (born in Australia) who advocated the League of Nations and the United Nations (1866-1957) Scottish philologist and the lexicographer who shaped the Oxford English Dictionary (1837-1915) a southeast Australian river; flows westward and then south into the Indian Ocean at Adelaide
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become of; happen to happen, occur, or be the case in the course of events or by chance
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make strong or stronger enclose by or as if by a fortification prepare oneself for a military confrontation add nutrients to add alcohol to (beverages)
shockingly repellent; inspiring horror gruesomely indicative of death or the dead
listen without the speaker's knowledge
a deliberately false or improbable account a short moral story (often with animal characters) a story about mythical or supernatural beings or events
containing or using responses; alternating readily reacting or replying to people or events or stimuli; showing emotion reacting to a stimulus
taking exception; especially a quibble based on a captious argument translation of foreign dialogue of a movie or TV program; usually displayed at the bottom of the screen brief description accompanying an illustration provide with a caption, as of a photograph or a drawing
reproduction of some unicellular organisms (such as yeasts) by growth and specialization followed by the separation by constriction of a part of the parent develop buds start to grow or develop beginning to develop
transparent screen (as of glass) to protect occupants of a vehicle
a fervent and even militant proponent of something an ardent and enthusiastic supporter of some person or activity a pike with a long tapering double-edged blade with lateral projections; 16th and 17th centuries
continue to live through hardship or adversity continue in existence after (an adversity, etc.) support oneself live longer than
earlier in time; previously at or in the front
evaluation of performance by assigning a grade or score gain points in a game make small marks into the surface of make underscoring marks write a musical score for induce to have sex get a certain number or letter indicating quality or performance assign a grade or rank to, according to one's evaluation
in a very pleasurable manner
having the physical appearance of death causing or capable of causing death to a degree resembling death
fill with apprehension or alarm; cause to be unpleasantly surprised warn or arouse to a sense of danger or call to a state of preparedness experiencing a sudden sense of danger
playful like a lively kitten
a small rectangular free-reed instrument having a row of free reeds set back in air holes and played by blowing into the desired hole
a short newspaper article about a particular person or group concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality particular to a given individual of or arising from personality intimately concerning a person's body or physical being indicating grammatical person
consent reluctantly be fatally overwhelmed
run away quickly
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the men and women who man a vehicle (ship, aircraft, etc.) an organized group of workmen an informal body of friends the team of men manning a racing shell serve as a crew member on
something superior in quality or condition or effect someone who bets a superior person having claim to precedence the superior one of two alternatives surpass in excellence to make better get better (comparative of `good') superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another (comparative of `good') changed for the better in health or fitness (comparative and superlative of `well') wiser or more advantageous and hence advisable more than half having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified having the normally expected amount morally admirable deserving of esteem and respect promoting or enhancing well-being agreeable or pleasing of moral excellence having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude thorough with or in a close or intimate relationship financially sound most suitable or right for a particular purpose resulting favorably exerting force or influence capable of pleasing appealing to the mind in excellent physical condition tending to promote physical well-being; beneficial to health not forged not left to spoil generally admired in good health especially after having suffered illness or injury; at least I feel well" resulting favorably wise or advantageous and hence advisable comparative of `well'; in a better or more excellent manner or more advantageously or attractively or to a greater degree etc. from a position of superiority or authority (often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (`good' is a nonstandard dialectal variant for `well') thoroughly or completely; fully; often used as a combining form indicating high probability; in all likelihood (used for emphasis or as an intensifier) entirely or fully to a suitable or appropriate extent or degree favorably; with approval to a great extent or degree with great or especially intimate knowledge with prudence or propriety with skill or in a pleasing manner in a manner affording benefit or advantage in financial comfort without unusual distress or resentment; with good humor
of or relating to or caused by magnetism having the properties of a magnet; i.e. of attracting iron or steel capable of being magnetized determined by earth's magnetic fields possessing an extraordinary ability to attract
in another and different manner; 
an actor's portrayal of someone in a play (Jungian psychology) a personal facade that one presents to the world
having won experiencing triumph
any period of seven consecutive days hours or days of work in a calendar week a period of seven consecutive days starting on Sunday
German statesman who served as chancellor of Germany (born in 1918)
win a victory over get on top of; deal with successfully overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuli overcome, usually through no fault or weakness of the person that is overcome
affording satisfaction or pleasure
like down or as soft as down covered with fine soft hairs or down
elude, especially in a baffling way stand up or offer resistance to somebody or something express opposition through action or words withstand the force of something resist immunologically the introduction of some foreign tissue or organ refuse to comply
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a collection of things that have been combined; an assemblage of separate parts or qualities a coordinated sequence of chess moves a sequence of numbers or letters that opens a combination lock a group of people (often temporary) having a common purpose an alliance of people or corporations or countries for a special purpose (formerly to achieve some antisocial end but now for general political or economic purposes) the act of arranging elements into specified groups without regard to order the act of combining things to form a new whole
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soft fine feathers (American football) a complete play to advance the football English physician who first described Down's syndrome (1828-1896) (usually plural) a rolling treeless highland with little soil fine soft dense hair (as the fine short hair of cattle or deer or the wool of sheep or the undercoat of certain dogs) drink down entirely eat immoderately bring down or defeat (an opponent) shoot at and force to come down cause to come or go down improve or perfect by pruning or polishing
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regard highly; think much of look on as or consider having an illustrious reputation; respected
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(medicine) the act of caring for someone (as by medication or remedial training etc.)
terminate before completion cease development, die, and be aborted terminate a pregnancy by undergoing an abortion
give free rein to yield (to); give satisfaction to enjoy to excess treat with excessive indulgence
coat with a glaze become glassy or take on a glass-like appearance furnish with glass coat with something sweet, such as a hard sugar glaze (used of eyes) lacking liveliness fitted or covered with glass having a shiny surface or coating (of foods) covered with a shiny coating by applying e.g. beaten egg or a sugar or gelatin mixture
a German Roman Catholic theologian who was an indefatigable opponent of Martin Luther (1486-1543)
characterized by plain blunt honesty complete and without restriction or qualification; sometimes used informally as intensifiers thoroughgoing
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change from a liquid to a thickened or solid state cause to change from a liquid to a solid or thickened state turn into curds coalesce or unite in a mass thickened or coalesced in soft thick lumps (such as clogs or clots)
a position particularly well suited to the person who occupies it a small concavity an enclosure that is set back or indented (ecology) the status of an organism within its environment and community (affecting its survival as a species)
using language effectively to please or persuade high-flown style; excessive use of verbal ornamentation loud and confused and empty talk study of the technique and rules for using language effectively (especially in public speaking)
(horseshoes) the throw of a horseshoe so as to lean against (but not encircle) the stake lacking excess flesh lacking in mineral content or combustible material containing little excess not profitable or prosperous
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the flesh of animals (including fishes and birds and snails) used as food the inner and usually edible part of a seed or grain or nut or fruit stone the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience
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a long pointed rod used as a tool or weapon an implement with a shaft and barbed point used for catching fish pierce with a spear thrust up like a spear
make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth or validity of something
experiencing or accompanied by sleeplessness always watchful
take into custody hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of attract and fix cause to stop
incomplete skeleton of female found in eastern Ethiopia in 1974
expressing one thing in terms normally denoting another
comical in an odd or whimsical manner
lack of depth of knowledge or thought or feeling shallowness in terms of affecting only surface layers of something
not noticed
a successful ending of a struggle or contest
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a lightweight horse kept for riding only the act of climbing something a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill a mounting consisting of a piece of metal (as in a ring or other jewelry) that holds a gem in place something forming a back that is added for strengthening attach to a support go up or advance fix onto a backing, setting, or support put up or launch get up on the back of go upward with gradual or continuous progress prepare and supply with the necessary equipment for execution or performance copulate with
a native or inhabitant of the United States the English language as used in the United States a native or inhabitant of a North American or Central American or South American country
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically follow a procedure or take a course move away from a place into another direction enter or assume a certain state or condition be awarded; be allotted have a particular form stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point follow a certain course be abolished or discarded be or continue to be in a certain condition make a certain noise or sound perform as expected when applied to be spent or finished progress by being changed continue to live through hardship or adversity pass, fare, or elapse; of a certain state of affairs or action pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life be in the right place or situation be ranked or compare begin or set in motion have a turn; make one's move in a game be contained in be sounded, played, or expressed blend or harmonize lead, extend, or afford access be the right size or shape; fit correctly or as desired go through in search of something; search through someone's belongings in an unauthorized way be spent give support (to) or make a choice (of) one out of a group or number stop operating or functioning
widely cultivated for its fragrant grey-green leaves used in cooking and in perfumery extremely pungent leaves used fresh or dried as seasoning for especially meats
the food served and eaten at one time any of the occasions for eating food that occur by custom or habit at more or less fixed times coarsely ground foodstuff; especially seeds of various cereal grasses or pulse
rigid connective tissue that makes up the skeleton of vertebrates the porous calcified substance from which bones are made a shade of white the color of bleached bones study intensively, as before an exam remove the bones from consisting of or made up of bone
an average of n numbers computed by adding some function of the numbers and dividing by some function of n mean or intend to express or convey have as a logical consequence denote or connote have in mind as a purpose have a specified degree of importance intend to refer to destine or designate for a certain purpose approximating the statistical norm or average or expected value characterized by malice having or showing an ignoble lack of honor or morality excellent marked by poverty befitting a beggar (used of persons or behavior) characterized by or indicative of lack of generosity (used of sums of money) so small in amount as to deserve contempt of no value or worth
a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war
perform without preparation manage in a makeshift way; do with whatever is at hand
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(of housing or residential areas) indicative of poverty
inclined to or marked by drowsiness
an ardent and enthusiastic supporter of some person or activity a person having a strong liking for something
having little or no weight or apparent gravitational pull; light
a document giving an official instruction or command a territory surrendered by Turkey or Germany after World War I and put under the tutelage of some other European power until they are able to stand by themselves the commission that is given to a government and its policies through an electoral victory assign under a mandate make mandatory assign authority to
confusion resulting from failure to understand something designed to mystify or bewilder the activity of obscuring people's understanding, leaving them baffled or bewildered
a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct a rule or standard especially of good behavior a basic truth or law or assumption a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system rule of personal conduct (law) an explanation of the fundamental reasons (especially an explanation of the working of some device in terms of laws of nature)
a dish of marinated vegetables and meat or fish; served with rice
a natural protective body covering and site of the sense of touch an outer surface (usually thin) body covering of a living animal a person's skin regarded as their life the rind of a fruit or vegetable a bag serving as a container for liquids; it is made from the hide of an animal climb awkwardly, as if by scrambling bruise, cut, or injure the skin or the surface of remove the bark of a tree strip the skin off
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creative writing of recognized artistic value the humanistic study of a body of literature published writings in a particular style on a particular subject the profession or art of a writer
buying or selling securities or commodities engage in the trade of turn in as payment or part payment for a purchase be traded at a certain price or under certain conditions exchange or give (something) in exchange for do business; offer for sale as for one's livelihood
any chemical substance that burns or destroys living tissue harsh or corrosive in tone of a substance, especially a strong acid; capable of destroying or eating away by chemical action
an event that might have been arranged although it was really accidental
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based on or manifesting objectively defined standards of rightness or morality
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light and humorous drama with a happy ending a comic incident or series of incidents
become gelatinous
maintain or assert have an argument about something to make the subject of dispute, contention, or litigation come to terms with compete for something; engage in a contest; measure oneself against others be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight
the organ of sight of or relating to or resembling the eye relating to or using sight
a video recording made on magnetic tape a relatively wide magnetic tape for use in recording visual images and associated sound record on videotape
become quiet or still; fall silent cause to be quiet or not talk become quiet or quieter wash by removing particles run water over the ground to erode (soil), revealing the underlying strata and valuable minerals in a softened tone
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program a trivial lie
of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis having crucial relevance of the greatest importance
lie in wait, lie in ambush, behave in a sneaky and secretive manner be about wait in hiding to attack
make revolution fill with distaste cause aversion in; offend the moral sense of highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust
everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something what a communication that is about something is about the proportion of a substance that is contained in a mixture or alloy etc. the amount that can be contained the sum or range of what has been perceived, discovered, or learned the state of being contented with your situation in life something (a person or object or scene) selected by an artist or photographer for graphic representation satisfy in a limited way make content satisfied or showing satisfaction with things as they are
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be able to spare or give up be the cause or source of have the financial means to do something or buy something afford access to
neither expressive of nor exciting sexual love or romance
a person who enjoys reading someone who contracts to receive and pay for a service or a certain number of issues of a publication a person who can read; a literate person someone who reads manuscripts and judges their suitability for publication someone who reads proof in order to find errors and mark corrections someone who reads the lessons in a church service; someone ordained in a minor order of the Roman Catholic Church a public lecturer at certain universities one of a series of texts for students learning to read
the astonishment you feel when something totally unexpected happens to you a sudden unexpected event the act of surprising someone cause to be surprised come upon or take unawares attack by storm; attack suddenly
moving slowly (of business) not active or brisk slow and apathetic
attract strongly, as if with a magnet induce hypnosis in having your attention fixated as though by a spell
a thick fatty oil (especially one used to lubricate machinery) the state of being covered with unclean things lubricate with grease
the act of changing or reversing the direction of the course act of changing in practice or custom a shaving created when something is produced by turning it on a lathe a movement in a new direction the end-product created by shaping something on a lathe the activity of shaping something on a lathe change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense undergo a transformation or a change of position or action undergo a change or development cause to move around or rotate change to the contrary pass to the other side of pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become let (something) fall or spill from a container move around an axis or a center cause to move around a center so as to show another side of to send or let go to break and turn over earth especially with a plow shape by rotating on a lathe or cutting device or a wheel change color twist suddenly so as to sprain cause to change or turn into something different; assume new characteristics accomplish by rotating get by buying and selling cause to move along an axis or into a new direction channel one's attention, interest, thought, or attention toward or away from something cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form alter the functioning or setting of direct at someone have recourse to or make an appeal or request for help or information to go sour or spoil become officially one year older
designating or involving an equation whose terms are of the first degree of or in or along or relating to a line; involving a single dimension of a circuit or device having an output that is proportional to the input (of a leaf shape) long and narrow measured lengthwise
short descriptive summary (of events) a summary of your academic and work history take up or begin anew return to a previous location or condition assume anew give a summary (of)
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action taken in return for an injury or offense take revenge for a perceived wrong
a young person of either sex
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wither, as with a loss of moisture decrease in size, range, or extent (used especially of vegetation) having lost all moisture lean and wrinkled by shrinkage as from age or illness reduced in efficacy or vitality or intensity
a dark-skinned member of a race of people living in Australia when Europeans arrived an indigenous person who was born in a particular place of or pertaining to members of the indigenous people of Australia characteristic of or relating to people inhabiting a region from the beginning having existed from the beginning; in an earliest or original stage or state
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an energetic attempt to achieve something an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals) strenuous effort make a strenuous or labored effort to exert strenuous effort against opposition climb awkwardly, as if by scrambling be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight
the ordinary person
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in an inadequate manner or to an inadequate degree
the enactment of a pretense make believe with the intent to deceive behave unnaturally or affectedly put forward a claim and assert right or possession of put forward, of a guess, in spite of possible refutation represent fictitiously, as in a play, or pretend to be or act like state insincerely imagined as in a play
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containing an unusual amount of grease or oil smeared or soiled with grease or oil
influential German philosopher remembered for his concept of the superman and for his rejection of Christian values; considered, along with Kierkegaard, to be a founder of existentialism (1844-1900)
a long narrow passage (as in a cave or woods) passageway between seating areas as in an auditorium or passenger vehicle or between areas of shelves of goods as in stores part of a church divided laterally from the nave proper by rows of pillars or columns
used of hair; thick and poorly groomed having a very rough nap or covered with hanging shags
any of the salts of hydrobromic acid; formerly used as a sedative but now generally replaced by safer drugs a trite or obvious remark
the beginning of anything the time at which something is supposed to begin a turn to be a starter (in a game at the beginning) a sudden involuntary movement the act of starting something a line indicating the location of the start of a race or a game a signal to begin (as in a race) the advantage gained by beginning early (as in a race) take the first step or steps in carrying out an action set in motion, cause to start leave have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense bring into being get off the ground move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm get going or set in motion begin or set in motion begin work or acting in a certain capacity, office or job play in the starting lineup have a beginning characterized in some specified way begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object bulge outward
a communication (usually brief) that is written or spoken or signaled what a communication that is about something is about send a message to send as a message send a message
insert punctuation marks into to stress, single out as important interrupt periodically
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your name written in your own handwriting a distinguishing style a melody used to identify a performer or a dance band or radio/tv program the sharps or flats that follow the clef and indicate the key a sheet with several pages printed on it; it folds to page size and is bound with other signatures to form a book
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general who commanded the Carthaginian army in the second Punic War; crossed the Alps and defeated the Romans but was recalled to defend Carthage and was defeated (247-182 BC) a town in northeast Missouri on the Mississippi River; boyhood home of Mark Twain
characterized by or producing sound of great volume or intensity tastelessly showy used chiefly as a direction or description in music with relatively high volume
the sound made by a hen after laying an egg noisy talk a loud laugh suggestive of a hen's cackle talk or utter in a cackling manner squawk shrilly and loudly, characteristic of hens emit a loud, unpleasant kind of laughing
United States film actor who portrayed incorruptible but modest heros (1908-1997) Scottish philosopher and follower of Thomas Reid (1753-1828)
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suggestive of sexual impropriety badly behaved
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a prominent attribute or aspect of something the characteristic parts of a person's face: eyes and nose and mouth and chin the principal (full-length) film in a program at a movie theater a special or prominent article in a newspaper or magazine (linguistics) a distinctive characteristic of a linguistic unit that serves to distinguish it from other units of the same kind an article of merchandise that is displayed or advertised more than other articles have as a feature wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner
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a body of students who are taught together a relative position or degree of value in a graded group the gradient of a slope or road or other surface one-hundredth of a right angle a degree of ablaut a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance) the height of the ground on which something stands a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality a variety of cattle produced by crossbreeding with a superior breed assign a rank or rating to level to the right gradient assign a grade or rank to, according to one's evaluation determine the grade of or assign a grade to
cause to feel sure; give reassurance to give or restore confidence in; cause to feel sure or certain
a loud raucous cry (as of an owl) a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt something of little value to utter a loud clamorous shout utter the characteristic sound of owls
the trait of extreme cruelty a brutal barbarous savage act
a catch for locking a door a sharp curve or crook; a shape resembling a hook anything that serves as an enticement a mechanical device that is curved or bent to suspend or hold or pull something a curved or bent implement for suspending or pulling something a golf shot that curves to the left for a right-handed golfer a short swinging punch delivered from the side with the elbow bent a basketball shot made over the head with the hand that is farther from the basket fasten with a hook rip off; ask an unreasonable price make a piece of needlework by interlocking and looping thread with a hooked needle hit a ball and put a spin on it so that it travels to the left take by theft make off with belongings of others hit with a hook catch with a hook to cause (someone or oneself) to become dependent (on something, especially a narcotic drug) secure with the foot entice and trap approach with an offer of sexual favors
have as a feature wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner made a feature or highlight; given prominence having facial features as specified; usually used in combination
make false by mutilation or addition; as of a message or story bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat used especially of timbers or boards; bent out of shape usually by moisture
a negative aspect of something that is generally positive
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to an exceedingly great extent or degree
march aggressively into another's territory by military force for the purposes of conquest and occupation to intrude upon, infringe, encroach on, violate occupy in large numbers or live on a host penetrate or assault, in a harmful or injurious way
refuse to acknowledge reject outright and bluntly
in a skillfully masterful manner; with the skill of a master
an aggressive and violent young criminal a protective covering that is part of a plant (slang) a neighborhood a tubular attachment used to keep stray light out of the lens of a camera (falconry) a leather covering for a hawk's head metal covering leading to a vent that exhausts smoke or fumes the folding roof of a carriage a headdress that protects the head and face protective covering consisting of a metal part that covers the engine (zoology) an expandable part or marking that resembles a hood on the head or neck of an animal cover with a hood
tediously repetitious or lacking in variety; all work and no play" sounded or spoken in a tone unvarying in pitch
unpleasantly loud and harsh disturbing the public peace; loud and rough
the quality of being expressive
either of two saclike respiratory organs in the chest of vertebrates; serves to remove carbon dioxide and provide oxygen to the blood
be a signal for or a symptom of indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively to state or express briefly give evidence of suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine
French anthropologist who studied the craniums and brains of different races of people; remembered for his discovery that articulate speech depends on an area of the brain now known as Broca's area (1824-1880)
a proud stiff pompous gait brace consisting of a bar or rod used to resist longitudinal compression to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others
a young woman a youthful female person a female human offspring a girl or young woman with whom a man is romantically involved a friendly informal reference to a grown woman
to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling) cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form turn in the opposite direction form into a spiral shape form into twists extend in curves and turns do the twist twist or pull violently or suddenly, especially so as to remove (something) from that to which it is attached or from where it originates practice sophistry; change the meaning of or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive twist suddenly so as to sprain having an intended meaning altered or misrepresented
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the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number being one more than one
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conceal or hide smother or suppress impair the respiration of or obstruct the air passage of be asphyxiated; die from lack of oxygen held in check with difficulty
the film industry of the United States a flashy vulgar tone or atmosphere believed to be characteristic of the American film industry a district of Los Angeles long associated with the American film industry of or relating to the film industry in the United States flashy and vulgar
a localized and violently destructive windstorm occurring over land characterized by a funnel-shaped cloud extending toward the ground small friedcake formed into twisted strips and fried; richer than doughnuts
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a light line that is used in lettering to help align the letters a detailed plan or explanation to guide you in setting standards or determining a course of action a rule or principle that provides guidance to appropriate behavior
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characterized by intense emotion like or suggestive of fire very intense
acutely insightful and wise mentally acute or penetratingly discerning
rebounding from an impact (or series of impacts) spring back; spring away from an impact hit something so that it bounces move up and down repeatedly come back after being refused leap suddenly refuse to accept and send back eject from the premises vigorously healthy marked by lively action
a public area set aside as a pedestrian walk mercantile establishment consisting of a carefully landscaped complex of shops representing leading merchandisers; usually includes restaurants and a convenient parking area; a modern version of the traditional marketplace
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an excavation for ore or precious stones or for archaeology temporary living quarters the site of an archeological exploration an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect a small gouge (as in the cover of a book) the act of digging the act of touching someone suddenly with your finger or elbow turn up, loosen, or remove earth create by digging work hard remove, harvest, or recover by digging thrust down or into remove the inner part or the core of poke or thrust abruptly get the meaning of something
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a member of the ancient Greek school of philosophy founded by Zeno someone who is seemingly indifferent to emotions seeming unaffected by pleasure or pain; impassive pertaining to Stoicism or its followers
to a small degree or extent to a moderately sufficient extent or degree
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anything indispensable necessary for relief or supply
money that is risked for possible monetary gain a risky act or venture take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome play games for money
beyond or deviating from the usual or expected unique or specific to a person or thing or category markedly different from the usual characteristic of one only; distinctive or special
(medicine) any sensation or change in bodily function that is experienced by a patient and is associated with a particular disease anything that accompanies X and is regarded as an indication of X's existence
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Israeli statesman (born in Russia) who (as prime minister of Israel) negotiated a peace treaty with Anwar Sadat (then the president of Egypt) (1913-1992) take the first step or steps in carrying out an action have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense set in motion, cause to start begin to speak or say be the first item or point, constitute the beginning or start, come first in a series have a beginning, of a temporal event have a beginning characterized in some specified way begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object achieve or accomplish in the least degree, usually used in the negative begin to speak, understand, read, and write a language
the property created by the space between two objects or points a distant region size of the gap between two places indifference by personal withdrawal the interval between two times a remote point in time keep at a distance go far ahead of
preserve by removing all water and liquids from remove water from lose water or moisture thoroughly dried out preserved by removing natural moisture lacking vitality or spirit; lifeless
excessively with cruelty
a power shovel to remove material from a channel or riverbed cover before cooking search (as the bottom of a body of water) for something valuable or lost remove with a power shovel, usually from a bottom of a body of water
a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts the manner of construction of something and the arrangement of its parts the complex composition of knowledge as elements and their combinations a particular complex anatomical part of a living thing the people in a society considered as a system organized by a characteristic pattern of relationships give a structure to
a story about fairies; told to amuse children an interesting but highly implausible story; often told as an excuse
lose or cause to lose liquid by vaporization leaving a more concentrated residue cause to change into a vapor change into a vapor become less intense and fade away gradually
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the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose a substance prepared according to a formula the cognitive process of thinking about what you will do in the event of something happening the state of having been made ready or prepared for use or action (especially military action) (music) a note that produces a dissonant chord is first heard in a consonant chord activity leading to skilled behavior preparatory school work done outside school (especially at home) the act of preparing something (as food) by the application of heat
a vaguely specified concern some situation or event that is thought about that which has mass and occupies space a problem (used with negation) having consequence written works (especially in books or magazines) have weight; have import, carry weight
extremely pleasing based on or told of in traditional stories; lacking factual basis or historical validity barely credible
a word used for misbehaving children ludicrous, foolish lacking seriousness; given to frivolity inspiring scornful pity dazed from or as if from repeated blows
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befitting a young child exhibiting childlike simplicity and credulity
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repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse having the nap worn away so that the threads show through
the shedding of blood resulting in murder indiscriminate slaughter
someone who makes an offer someone who makes a bid at cards
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after death
total lack of meaning or ideas
be in contradiction with deny the truth of be resistant to prove negative; show to be false
given to merry frolicking
either side of the face below the eyes an impudent statement either of the two large fleshy masses of muscular tissue that form the human rump impudent aggressiveness speak impudently to
the seat within a bishop's diocese where his cathedral is located perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight perceive (an idea or situation) mentally perceive or be contemporaneous with imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind deem to be get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally see or watch come together find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something go to see for professional or business reasons go to see for a social visit go to see a place, as for entertainment take charge of or deal with receive as a specified guest date regularly; have a steady relationship with see and understand, have a good eye deliberate or decide observe as if with an eye observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect go or live through accompany or escort match or meet make sense of; assign a meaning to
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accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority be fully aware or cognizant of detect with the senses perceive to be the same grant credentials to express greetings upon meeting someone express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for exhibit recognition for (an antigen or a substrate) show approval or appreciation of
satisfy (thirst) put out, as of fires, flames, or lights electronics: suppress (sparking) when the current is cut off in an inductive circuit, or suppress (an oscillation or discharge) in a component or device suppress or crush completely reduce the degree of (luminescence or phosphorescence) in (excited molecules or a material) by adding a suitable substance cool (hot metal) by plunging into cold water or other liquid
walk heavily
a contemporary person a typeface (based on an 18th century design by Gianbattista Bodoni) distinguished by regular shape and hairline serifs and heavy downstrokes belonging to the modern era; since the Middle Ages relating to a recently developed fashion or style;  characteristic of present-day art and music and literature and architecture ahead of the times used of a living language; being the current stage in its development
that which is responsible for one's thoughts and feelings; the seat of the faculty of reason recall or remembrance an opinion formed by judging something an important intellectual attention your intention; what you intend to do knowledge and intellectual ability be offended or bothered by; take offense with, be bothered by be concerned with or about something or somebody be in charge of or deal with pay close attention to; give heed to be on one's guard; be cautious or wary about; be alert to keep in mind
excavation in the earth from which ores and minerals are extracted explosive device that explodes on contact; designed to destroy vehicles or ships or to kill or maim personnel get from the earth by excavation lay mines
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the imperial dynasty of China from 1368 to 1644
become or make sore by or as if by rubbing irritate or vex painful from having the skin abraded
all the gods of a religion a monument commemorating a nation's dead heroes (antiquity) a temple to all the gods
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a complaint uttered in a plaintive whining way cry weakly or softly
the act of giving special importance or significance to something to stress, single out as important give extra weight to (a communication)
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perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight perceive (an idea or situation) mentally perceive or be contemporaneous with imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind deem to be get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally see or watch come together find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something go to see for professional or business reasons go to see for a social visit go to see a place, as for entertainment take charge of or deal with receive as a specified guest date regularly; have a steady relationship with see and understand, have a good eye deliberate or decide observe as if with an eye observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect go or live through accompany or escort match or meet make sense of; assign a meaning to
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect seem to be true, probable, or apparent appear to exist appear to one's own mind or opinion
an insignificant student who is ridiculed as being affected or boringly studious the grade of particle fineness to which a substance is ground hard monotonous routine work the act of grinding to a powder or dust press or grind with a crushing noise make a grating or grinding sound by rubbing together work hard dance by rotating the pelvis in an erotically suggestive way, often while in contact with one's partner such that the dancers' legs are interlaced reduce to small pieces or particles by pounding or abrading created by grinding shape or form by grinding
the movement of a read/write head to a specific data track on a disk try to get or reach try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of make an effort or attempt go to or towards inquire for
a Swiss patriot who lived in the early 14th century and who was renowned for his skill as an archer; according to legend an Austrian governor compelled him to shoot an apple from his son's head with his crossbow (which he did successfully without mishap) express in words let something be known narrate or give a detailed account of give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority discern or comprehend inform positively and with certainty and confidence give evidence mark as different
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a (temporary) relief from harm or discomfort an interruption in the intensity or amount of something a warrant granting postponement (usually to postpone the execution of the death sentence) the act of reprieving; postponing or remitting punishment postpone the punishment of a convicted criminal, such as an execution relieve temporarily
in a foreign country to or in a foreign country far away from home or one's usual surroundings in a place across an ocean
a vast multitude a nomadic community a moving crowd
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remain present although waning or gradually dying be about leave slowly and hesitantly take one's time; proceed slowly move to and fro
United States dancer and choreographer who collaborated with Ruth Saint Denis (1891-1972)
the part of the human torso between the neck and the diaphragm or the corresponding part in other vertebrates box with a lid; used for storage; usually large and sturdy the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen furniture with drawers for keeping clothes
weedy annual native to Europe but widely distributed as a weed especially in wheat a board game for two players who move their 16 pieces according to specific rules; the object is to checkmate the opponent's king
a foot soldier armed with a musket
a rester who is sleeping a spy or saboteur or terrorist planted in an enemy country who lives there as a law-abiding citizen until activated by a prearranged signal an unexpected achiever of success one of the cross braces that support the rails on a railway track a passenger car that has berths for sleeping pajamas with feet; worn by children a piece of furniture that can be opened up into a bed tropical fish that resembles a goby and rests quietly on the bottom in shallow water an unexpected hit
an aggressive and violent young criminal a protective covering that is part of a plant (slang) a neighborhood a tubular attachment used to keep stray light out of the lens of a camera (falconry) a leather covering for a hawk's head metal covering leading to a vent that exhausts smoke or fumes the folding roof of a carriage a headdress that protects the head and face protective covering consisting of a metal part that covers the engine (zoology) an expandable part or marking that resembles a hood on the head or neck of an animal cover with a hood
a passageway through or under something, usually underground (especially one for trains or cars) a hole made by an animal, usually for shelter move through by or as by digging force a way through
having a bearing on or connection with the subject at issue
a representation of a person that is exaggerated for comic effect represent in or produce a caricature of
the largest city in Pennsylvania; located in the southeastern part of the state on the Delaware river; site of Independence Hall where the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed; site of the University of Pennsylvania
a joint between the distal end of the radius and the proximal row of carpal bones
with regard to psychology in terms of psychology
having or revealing little emotion or sensibility; not easily aroused or excited
someone who performs rap music a device (usually metal and ornamental) attached by a hinge to a door
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machine in which rotating records cause a stylus to vibrate and the vibrations are amplified acoustically or electronically
a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school the rational investigation of questions about existence and knowledge and ethics any personal belief about how to live or how to deal with a situation
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the state of being free of suspicion a clear or unobstructed space or expanse of land or water rid of obstructions make a way or path by removing objects become clear grant authorization or clearance for remove go unchallenged; be approved be debited and credited to the proper bank accounts go away or disappear pass by, over, or under without making contact make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear free from payment of customs duties, as of a shipment clear from impurities, blemishes, pollution, etc. yield as a net profit make as a net profit earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages sell pass an inspection or receive authorization pronounce not guilty of criminal charges settle, as of a debt make clear, bright, light, or translucent rid of instructions or data remove (people) from a building remove the occupants of free (the throat) by making a rasping sound
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a regular patron a soldier in the regular army a dependable follower (especially in party politics) a garment size for persons of average height and weight in accordance with fixed order or procedure or principle often used as intensifiers conforming to a standard or pattern regularly scheduled for fixed times in accord with regular practice or procedure occurring at fixed intervals relating to a person who does something regularly (used of the military) belonging to or engaged in by legitimate army forces (of solids) having clear dimensions that can be measured; volume can be determined with a suitable geometric formula not constipated symmetrically arranged not deviating from what is normal officially full-time
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without regard to specific details or exceptions in a wide fashion
the largest island of Denmark and the site of Copenhagen
artifact consisting of soft or resilient material used to fill or give shape or protect or add comfort add details to walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud line or stuff with soft material add padding to
the syllable naming the first (tonic) note of any major scale in solmization
a Spanish gentleman or nobleman teacher at a university or college (especially at Cambridge or Oxford) the head of an organized crime family Celtic goddess; mother of Gwydion and Arianrhod; corresponds to Irish Danu a European river in southwestern Russia; flows into the Sea of Azov a Spanish courtesy title or form of address for men that is prefixed to the forename put clothing on one's body
the act of making and recording a measurement the act of observing; taking a patient look a remark expressing careful consideration facts learned by observing the act of noticing or paying attention
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a licensed medical practitioner the United States federal department that promotes and administers domestic and foreign trade (including management of the census and the patent office); created in 1913
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a person who makes deceitful pretenses
the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards) concentration measured by the number of moles of solute per liter of solution the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100 a unit of information equal to 1000 kilobytes or 10^6 (1,000,000) bytes a unit of information equal to 1024 kibibytes or 2^20 (1,048,576) bytes the 13th letter of the Roman alphabet denoting a quantity consisting of 1,000 items or units
a member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times; occurs in many breeds a dull unattractive unpleasant girl or woman informal term for a man someone who is morally reprehensible a smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked; often served on a bread roll a hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward metal supports for logs in a fireplace go after with the intent to catch
draw air into, and expel out of, the lungs be alive impart as if by breathing allow the passage of air through utter or tell manifest or evince take a short break from one's activities in order to relax reach full flavor by absorbing air and being let to stand after having been uncorked expel (gases or odors)
the federal department responsible for maintaining a national energy policy of the United States; created in 1977 mature female of mammals of which the male is called `buck'
a geometric element that has position but no extension the precise location of something; a spatially limited location a brief version of the essential meaning of something an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process an instant of time the object of an activity a V shape a very small circular shape the unit of counting in scoring a game or contest a promontory extending out into a large body of water a distinct part that can be specified separately in a group of things that could be enumerated on a list a style in speech or writing that arrests attention and has a penetrating or convincing quality or effect an outstanding characteristic sharp end any of 32 horizontal directions indicated on the card of a compass a linear unit used to measure the size of type; approximately 1/72 inch one percent of the total principal of a loan; it is paid at the time the loan is made and is independent of the interest on the loan a punctuation mark (.) placed at the end of a declarative sentence to indicate a full stop or after abbreviations a V-shaped mark at one end of an arrow pointer the dot at the left of a decimal fraction the property of a shape that tapers to a sharp tip a distinguishing or individuating characteristic the gun muzzle's direction a wall socket a contact in the distributor; as the rotor turns its projecting arm contacts them and current flows to the spark plugs indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively be oriented direct into a position for use direct the course; determine the direction of travelling be a signal for or a symptom of sail close to the wind mark (Hebrew words) with diacritics mark with diacritics mark (a psalm text) to indicate the points at which the music changes be positionable in a specified manner intend (something) to move towards a certain goal indicate the presence of (game) by standing and pointing with the muzzle give a point to repair the joints of bricks
a person who sins (without repenting)
in a gross manner
the quality of being one of a kind
in an irrevocable manner
the federal department in the United States that sets and maintains foreign policies an operating system that is on a disk an uproarious party the syllable naming the first (tonic) note of any major scale in solmization doctor's degree in osteopathy engage in carry out or perform an action get (something) done proceed or get along give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity create or design, often in a certain way behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself spend time in prison or in a labor camp carry on or function arrange attractively travel or traverse (a distance)
someone who performs dangerous stunts to attract attention to himself a frankfurter served hot on a bun a smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked; often served on a bread roll
a person who uses goods or services
cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations aroused to impatience or anger troubled persistently especially with petty annoyances
a very small circular shape the United States federal department that institutes and coordinates national transportation programs; created in 1966 the shorter of the two telegraphic signals used in Morse code street name for lysergic acid diethylamide scatter or intersperse like dots or studs distribute loosely make a dot or dots mark with a dot
the capital of the state of Delaware
a longing for something better than the present situation make dissatisfied showing or experiencing dissatisfaction or restless longing
a plant that lives in or on water relating to or consisting of or being in water operating or living or growing in water
the text of a popular song or musical-comedy number a short poem of songlike quality write lyrics for (a song)
a physiological need for food; the consequence of food deprivation strong desire for something (not food or drink) feel the need to eat have a craving, appetite, or great desire for be hungry; go without food
resist or confront with resistance stand up or offer resistance to somebody or something
someone who visits
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a light within the field of vision that is brighter than the brightness to which the eyes are adapted the quality of being magnificent or splendid or grand unusual mental ability
the end of a word (a suffix or inflectional ending or final morpheme) the act of ending something the point in time at which something ends event whose occurrence ends something the last section of a communication have an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical bring to an end or halt be the end of; be the last or concluding part of put an end to
with dexterity; in a dexterous manner in a deft manner
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similar to the striped mullet and takes its place in the Caribbean region
the facial expression of sudden pain a reflex response to sudden pain draw back, as with fear or pain make a face indicating disgust or dislike
shift or move by taking a step put down or press the foot, place the foot cause (a computer) to execute a single command treat badly furnish with steps move with one's feet in a specific manner walk a short distance to a specified place or in a specified manner place (a ship's mast) in its step measure (distances) by pacing move or proceed as if by steps into a new situation
make a fool or dupe of spend frivolously and unwisely fool or hoax indulge in horseplay
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one of three equal parts of a divisible whole the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed near the third of the bases in the infield (counting counterclockwise from home plate) following the second position in an ordering or series the musical interval between one note and another three notes away from it the third from the lowest forward ratio gear in the gear box of a motor vehicle the base that must be touched third by a base runner in baseball
(used as an intensifier) extremely well
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a book of the Old Testament that tells the history of Israel under the leaders known as judges a public official authorized to decide questions brought before a court of justice an authority who is able to estimate worth or quality determine the result of (a competition) form a critical opinion of judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time) pronounce judgment on put on trial or hear a case and sit as the judge at the trial of
relating to or suggestive of mint
release or vent release from a leash turn loose or free from restraint
showing characteristics of age, especially having grey or white hair ancient covered with fine whitish hairs or down
resembling or characteristic (or considered characteristic) of a wolf devouring or craving food in great quantities
take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol be representative or typical for be a delegate or spokesperson for; represent somebody's interest or be a proxy or substitute for, as of politicians and office holders representing their constituents, or of a tenant representing other tenants in a housing dispute serve as a means of expressing something be characteristic of form or compose be the defense counsel for someone in a trial create an image or likeness of play a role or part perform (a play), especially on a stage describe or present, usually with respect to a particular quality point out or draw attention to in protest or remonstrance bring forward and present to the mind to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets)
make plain and comprehensible define serve as a reason or cause or justification of
the state of owing something (especially money) money or goods or services owed by one person to another an obligation to pay or do something
a white crystalline carbohydrate used as a sweetener and preservative an essential structural component of living cells and source of energy for animals; includes simple sugars with small molecules as well as macromolecular substances; are classified according to the number of monosaccharide groups they contain informal terms for money sweeten with sugar
release or vent release from a leash turn loose or free from restraint
use a knife on stab or pierce poke or thrust abruptly causing physical or especially psychological injury painful as if caused by a sharp instrument
set or keep apart cut off from a whole detached by cutting
your parents people in general (often used in the plural) people in general (often used in the plural) a social division of (usually preliterate) people people descended from a common ancestor the traditional and typically anonymous music that is an expression of the life of people in a community
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(Black English) a member of a youth gang
someone whose age is in the seventies
the act of cleaning a surface by rubbing it with a brush and soap and water clean with hard rubbing wash thoroughly postpone indefinitely or annul something that was scheduled
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(geology) the mechanical process of wearing or grinding something down (as by particles washing over it) the act of having on your person as a covering or adornment be dressed in have on one's person have in one's aspect; wear an expression of one's attitude or personality deteriorate through use or stress have or show an appearance of last and be usable go to pieces exhaust or get tired through overuse or great strain or stress put clothing on one's body producing exhaustion
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set up or found set up or lay the groundwork for establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment institute, enact, or establish bring about place build or establish something abstract use as a basis for; found on
having striking color striking in variety and interest having color or a certain color; sometimes used in combination
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a hazy or indistinct representation become glassy; lose clear vision to make less distinct or clear make unclear, indistinct, or blurred make a smudge on; soil by smudging make dim or indistinct become vague or indistinct
the event of something ending the act of stopping something a brief stay in the course of a journey the state of inactivity following an interruption a spot where something halts or pauses a consonant produced by stopping the flow of air at some point and suddenly releasing it a punctuation mark (.) placed at the end of a declarative sentence to indicate a full stop or after abbreviations (music) a knob on an organ that is pulled to change the sound quality from the organ pipes a mechanical device in a camera that controls size of aperture of the lens a restraint that checks the motion of something an obstruction in a pipe or tube come to a halt, stop moving put an end to a state or an activity stop from happening or developing interrupt a trip cause to stop prevent completion hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of seize on its way have an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical render unsuitable for passage stop and wait, as if awaiting further instructions or developments
a curved shape in the vertical plane that spans an opening a curved bony structure supporting or enclosing organs (especially the inner sides of the feet) a passageway under a curved masonry construction (architecture) a masonry construction (usually curved) for spanning an opening and supporting the weight above it form an arch or curve (used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension expert in skulduggery naughtily or annoyingly playful
the shore of a sea or ocean a slope down which sleds may coast the area within view the act of moving smoothly along a surface while remaining in contact with it move effortlessly; by force of gravity
walk unsteadily mentally or physically infirm with age
Christian martyr and patron saint of travellers (3rd century)
marked by excessive complacency or self-satisfaction
housing available for people to live in one of four equal parts a district of a city having some distinguishing character (football, professional basketball) one of four divisions into which some games are divided a unit of time equal to 15 minutes or a quarter of an hour one of four periods into which the school year is divided a fourth part of a year; three months one of the four major division of the compass a quarter of a hundredweight (25 pounds) a quarter of a hundredweight (28 pounds) a United States or Canadian coin worth one fourth of a dollar an unspecified person the rear part of a ship piece of leather that comprises the part of a shoe or boot covering the heel and joining the vamp clemency or mercy shown to a defeated opponent provide housing for (military personnel) pull (a person) apart with four horses tied to his extremities, so as to execute him divide into quarters divide by four; divide into quarters
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showing adoration showing great reverence for god
earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages acquire or deserve by one's efforts or actions
a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter a counter where you can obtain food or drink a rigid piece of metal or wood; usually used as a fastening or obstruction or weapon musical notation for a repeating pattern of musical beats an obstruction (usually metal) placed at the top of a goal the act of preventing (meteorology) a unit of pressure equal to a million dynes per square centimeter a submerged (or partly submerged) ridge in a river or along a shore the body of individuals qualified to practice law in a particular jurisdiction a narrow marking of a different color or texture from the background a block of solid substance (such as soap or wax) a portable .30 caliber automatic rifle operated by gas pressure and fed by cartridges from a magazine; used by United States troops in World War I and in World War II and in the Korean War a horizontal rod that serves as a support for gymnasts as they perform exercises a heating element in an electric fire (law) a railing that encloses the part of the courtroom where the judges and lawyers sit and the case is tried prevent from entering; keep out render unsuitable for passage expel, as if by official decree secure with, or as if with, bars
the cardinal number that is the sum of sixteen and one being one more than sixteen
expecting the best in this best of all possible worlds expecting the best
United States comedian and film actor (1880-1946) a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed a region where a battle is being (or has been) fought somewhere (away from a studio or office or library or laboratory) where practical work is done or data is collected a branch of knowledge the space around a radiating body within which its electromagnetic oscillations can exert force on another similar body not in contact with it a particular kind of commercial enterprise a particular environment or walk of life a piece of land prepared for playing a game extensive tract of level open land (mathematics) a set of elements such that addition and multiplication are commutative and associative and multiplication is distributive over addition and there are two elements 0 and 1 a region in which active military operations are in progress all of the horses in a particular horse race all the competitors in a particular contest or sporting event a geographic region (land or sea) under which something valuable is found (computer science) a set of one or more adjacent characters comprising a unit of information the area that is visible (as through an optical instrument) a place where planes take off and land catch or pick up (balls) in baseball or cricket play as a fielder answer adequately or successfully select (a team or individual player) for a game
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the force used in pushing a strong blow with a knife or other sharp pointed instrument the act of applying force to propel something verbal criticism a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow) push forcefully press or force make a thrusting forward movement impose urgently, importunately, or inexorably penetrate or cut through with a sharp instrument force (molten rock) into pre-existing rock push upward place or put with great energy
move with a sibilant sound move with a whooshing sound gush or squirt out
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a flexible container with a single opening the quantity of game taken in a particular period (usually by one person) a place that the runner must touch before scoring a container used for carrying money and small personal items or accessories (especially by women) the quantity that a bag will hold a portable rectangular container for carrying clothes an ugly or ill-tempered woman mammary gland of bovids (cows and sheep and goats) an activity that you like or at which you are superior capture or kill, as in hunting hang loosely, like an empty bag bulge out; form a bulge outward, or be so full as to appear to bulge take unlawfully put into a bag
that which is below standard or expectations as of ethics or decency having undesirable or negative qualities very intense feeling physical discomfort or pain (`tough' is occasionally used colloquially for `bad') (of foodstuffs) not in an edible or usable condition feeling or expressing regret or sorrow or a sense of loss over something done or undone not capable of being collected below average in quality or performance nonstandard not financially safe or secure physically unsound or diseased capable of harming characterized by wickedness or immorality reproduced fraudulently not working properly with great intensity (`bad' is a nonstandard variant for `badly') very much; strongly
with low volume in a manner that is pleasing to the senses with little weight or force used as a direction in music; to be played relatively softly
an architectural product or work the discipline dealing with the principles of design and construction and ornamentation of fine buildings the profession of designing buildings and environments with consideration for their esthetic effect (computer science) the structure and organization of a computer's hardware or system software
a V-shaped indentation the location in a range of mountains of a geological formation that is lower than the surrounding peaks a V-shaped or U-shaped indentation carved or scratched into a surface a small cut cut or make a notch into notch a surface to record something
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an ancient city in southeastern Iran; destroyed by an earthquake in 2003 a sudden very loud noise
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the sense organ for hearing and equilibrium good hearing the externally visible cartilaginous structure of the external ear attention to what is said fruiting spike of a cereal plant especially corn
of or relating to the philosophical study of ethics conforming to accepted standards of social or professional behavior adhering to ethical and moral principles
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place one's stake
reach, make, or come to a decision about something bring to an end; settle conclusively cause to decide influence or determine
cause to be interested or curious to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe attract; cause to be enamored capable of arousing and holding the attention capturing interest as if by a spell
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such as to provoke dislike
the act of subjecting to experimental test in order to determine how well something works an examination of the characteristics of something the act of giving students or candidates a test (as by questions) to determine what they know or have learned put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to test or examine for the presence of disease or infection examine someone's knowledge of something show a certain characteristic when tested achieve a certain score or rating on a test determine the presence or properties of (a substance) undergo a test
an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another the act of making something different (as e.g. the size of a garment) the act of revising or altering (involving reconsideration and modification)
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the display of a motion picture a vigil held over a corpse the night before burial deem to be look at carefully; study mentally see or watch
(New Testament) the scene of the final battle between the kings of the Earth at the end of the world any catastrophically destructive battle
the location of something surrounded by other things
in a mournful manner
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion something (a person or object or scene) selected by an artist or photographer for graphic representation a branch of knowledge some situation or event that is thought about (grammar) one of the two main constituents of a sentence; the grammatical constituent about which something is predicated a person who is subjected to experimental or other observational procedures; someone who is an object of investigation a person who owes allegiance to that nation (logic) the first term of a proposition cause to experience or suffer or make liable or vulnerable to make accountable for make subservient; force to submit or subdue refer for judgment or consideration possibly accepting or permitting being under the power or sovereignty of another or others likely to be affected by something
the largest Latin American country and the largest Portuguese speaking country in the world; located in the central and northeastern part of South America; world's leading coffee exporter three-sided tropical American nut with white oily meat and hard brown shell
an act of traveling by water a journey to some distant place travel on water propelled by wind or by other means
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express in words report or maintain express a supposition have or contain a certain wording or form give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way communicate or express nonverbally utter aloud state as one's opinion or judgement; declare recite or repeat a fixed text indicate being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
(baseball) a pitch thrown with maximum velocity
not suitable for a particular occasion etc not in keeping with what is correct or proper
a small fragment of something broken off from the whole worthless material that is to be disposed of a small piece of something that is left over after the rest has been used the act of fighting; any contest or struggle dispose of (something useless or old) have a disagreement over something make into scrap or refuse
having or causing a whirling sensation; liable to falling
an injury that causes disfigurement or that deprives you of a limb or other important body part
contrived by art rather than nature artificially formal not arising from natural growth or characterized by vital processes
a male member of a royal family other than the sovereign (especially the son of a sovereign)
a blow from a flat object (as an open hand) the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth a sailing ship (usually rigged like a sloop or cutter) used in fishing and sailing along the coast street names for heroin an enthusiastic kiss the act of smacking something; a blow delivered with an open hand deliver a hard blow to have an element suggestive (of something) have a distinctive or characteristic taste kiss lightly press (the lips) together and open (the lips) noisily, as in eating
being essentially equal to something
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deeply or seriously thoughtful; 
having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved easy and not involved or complicated apart from anything else; without additions or modifications exhibiting childlike simplicity and credulity lacking mental capacity and subtlety (botany) of leaf shapes; of leaves having no divisions or subdivisions unornamented
love of country and willingness to sacrifice for it the doctrine that your national culture and interests are superior to any other the aspiration for national independence felt by people under foreign domination the doctrine that nations should act independently (rather than collectively) to attain their goals
a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality an approximate definition or example a person of a particular character or nature an operation that segregates items into groups according to a specified criterion examine in order to test suitability arrange or order by classes or categories
large terrestrial monkeys having doglike muzzles
the power or capacity of an organism to tolerate unfavorable environmental conditions a disposition to allow freedom of choice and behavior the act of tolerating something willingness to recognize and respect the beliefs or practices of others a permissible difference; allowing some freedom to move within limits
deficient in alertness or activity
of or relating to a messiah promising deliverance
someone engaged in or experienced in warfare
moving slowly and gently disinclined to work or exertion
a person who backs a politician or a team etc. a person who admires; someone who esteems or respects or approves someone who admires a young woman
showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others mentally quick and resourceful showing inventiveness and skill
impairment resulting from long use a covering designed to be worn on a person's body the act of having on your person as a covering or adornment be dressed in have on one's person have in one's aspect; wear an expression of one's attitude or personality deteriorate through use or stress have or show an appearance of last and be usable go to pieces exhaust or get tired through overuse or great strain or stress put clothing on one's body
group of people related by blood or marriage similar in quality or character related by blood or marriage
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slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity temporarily incapable of speaking lacking the power of human speech unable to speak because of hereditary deafness
the lack of knowledge or education
a sudden jarring impact an abrupt spasmodic movement move or cause to move with a sudden jerky motion disturb (someone's) composure
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a university in Massachusetts American philanthropist who left his library and half his estate to the Massachusetts college that now bears his name (1607-1638)
technical skill or fluency or style exhibited by a virtuoso
frank and honest
the child of your aunt or uncle
the quantity of a crop that is harvested the act of picking (crops or fruit or hops etc.) select carefully from a group look for and gather harass with constant criticism provoke remove in small bits remove unwanted substances from, such as feathers or pits pilfer or rob pay for something pull lightly but sharply with a plucking motion attack with or as if with a pickaxe of ice or rocky ground, for example hit lightly with a picking motion eat intermittently; take small bites of
not creative
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make a proposal, declare a plan for something drop a hint; intimate by a hint imply as a possibility suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine call to mind
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the student with the best grades who usually delivers the valedictory address at commencement
an embarrassing mistake make a mess of, destroy or ruin
one of the four pointed conical teeth (two in each jaw) located between the incisors and the premolars any of various fissiped mammals with nonretractile claws and typically long muzzles
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a former communist country in eastern Europe and northern Asia; established in 1922; included Russia and 14 other soviet socialist republics (Ukraine and Byelorussia and others); officially dissolved 31 December 1991 formerly the largest Soviet Socialist Republic in the USSR occupying eastern Europe and northern Asia a former empire in eastern Europe and northern Asia created in the 14th century with Moscow as the capital; powerful in the 17th and 18th centuries under Peter the Great and Catherine the Great when Saint Petersburg was the capital; overthrown by revolution in 1917 a federation in northeastern Europe and northern Asia; formerly Soviet Russia; since 1991 an independent state
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in a cheerless manner in a dreadful manner
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the motion made by flapping up and down move along rapidly and lightly; skim or dart move back and forth very rapidly flap the wings rapidly or fly with flapping movements beat rapidly wink briefly
a discrimination between things as different and distinct high status importance owing to marked superiority a distinguishing quality a distinguishing difference
the part played by a person in bringing about a result a voluntary gift (as of money or service or ideas) made to some worthwhile cause act of giving in common with others for a common purpose especially to a charity an amount of money contributed a writing for publication especially one of a collection of writings as an article or story
a cheap disreputable nightclub or dance hall a headlong plunge into water a steep nose-down descent by an aircraft a distinguished female operatic singer; a female operatic star drop steeply plunge into water swim under water
oppose, as in hostility or a competition deal with (something unpleasant) head on present somebody with something, usually to accuse or criticize be face to face with
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worthy of imitation being or serving as an illustration of a type;  serving to warn
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give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect come into sight or view be issued or published seem to be true, probable, or apparent come into being or existence, or appear on the scene appear as a character on stage or appear in a play, etc. present oneself formally, as before a (judicial) authority
cover from sight place in a grave or tomb place in the earth and cover with soil enclose or envelop completely, as if by swallowing embed deeply dismiss from the mind; stop remembering
uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing
something offered (as a proposal or bid) money contributed to a religious organization the verbal act of offering the act of contributing to the funds of a church or charity make available or accessible, provide or furnish present for acceptance or rejection agree freely put forward for consideration offer verbally make available for sale propose a payment produce or introduce on the stage present as an act of worship mount or put up make available; provide ask (someone) to marry you threaten to do something
showing curiosity inquiring or appearing to inquire
disguise by camouflaging; exploit the natural surroundings to disguise something made invisible by means of protective coloring
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the consequences of an event (especially a catastrophic event) the outcome of an event especially as relative to an individual
soup cooked in a large pot a large pot especially one with legs used e.g. for cooking soup
fill or place a load on provide (a device) with something necessary transfer from a storage device to a computer's memory put (something) on a structure or conveyance corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones filled with a great quantity (of weapons) charged with ammunition (of statements or questions) charged with associative significance and often meant to mislead or influence having an abundant supply of money or possessions of value very drunk
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designate by an identifying term make consistent with a certain fashion or style make consistent with certain rules of style
in ancient Greek mythology any of 9 daughters of Zeus and Mnemosyne; protector of an art or science the source of an artist's inspiration reflect deeply on a subject
someone who copies the words or behavior of another
cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations make turbid by stirring up the sediments of aroused to impatience or anger
the option to sell a given stock (or stock index or commodity future) at a given price before a given date put into a certain place or abstract location cause to be in a certain state; cause to be in a certain relation formulate in a particular style or language attribute or give make an investment estimate cause (someone) to undergo something adapt arrange thoughts, ideas, temporal events
a relation that provides the foundation for something the fundamental assumptions from which something is begun or developed or calculated or explained the most important or necessary part of something
in a sleek glossy manner
uselessness as a consequence of having no practical result
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the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one one of four playing cards in a deck having three pips being one more than two
very small
the environmental condition
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a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something a reason for wanting something done the power of attracting or holding one's attention (because it is unusual or exciting etc.) a fixed charge for borrowing money; usually a percentage of the amount borrowed (law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something (usually plural) a social group whose members control some field of activity and who have common aims a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly) excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of be on the mind of be of importance or consequence
a popular programming language that is relatively easy to learn; an acronym for beginner's all-purpose symbolic instruction code; no longer in general use (usually plural) a necessary commodity for which demand is constant pertaining to or constituting a base or basis reduced to the simplest and most significant form possible without loss of generality serving as a base or starting point of or denoting or of the nature of or containing a base
to come or go into become a participant; be involved in register formally as a participant or member be or play a part of or in make a record of; set down in permanent form come on stage take on duties or office put or introduce into something set out on (an enterprise or subject of study)
a very pretty girl who works as a photographer's model appealing to the emotions as well as the eye lovable especially in a childlike or naive way
the quality of being improbable
a material effigy that is worshipped someone who is adored blindly and excessively an ideal instance; a perfect embodiment of a concept
propel through the air move violently, energetically, or carelessly get rid of place or put with great energy convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation put or send forth to put into a state or activity hastily, suddenly, or carelessly cause to be confused emotionally utter with force; utter vehemently organize or be responsible for make on a potter's wheel cause to fall off throw (a die) out onto a flat surface be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly
a computer connected to the internet that maintains a series of web pages on the World Wide Web
a sloop with a simplified rig and no bowsprit full of rough and exuberant animal spirits suitable for rough use
spring back; spring away from an impact
relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply marked by depth of thinking having great spatial extension or penetration downward or inward from an outer surface or backward or laterally or outward from a center; sometimes used in combination very distant in time or space extreme having or denoting a low vocal or instrumental range strong; intense relatively thick from top to bottom extending relatively far inward (of darkness) very intense large in quantity or size with head or back bent low of an obscure nature difficult to penetrate; incomprehensible to one of ordinary understanding or knowledge exhibiting great cunning usually with secrecy to a great depth psychologically to a great depth; far down
an irritating or obnoxious person any usually predatory wild animal considered undesirable; e.g., coyote
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a shape that sags droop, sink, or settle from or as if from pressure or loss of tautness cause to sag
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bar from attention or consideration cease to consider; put out of judicial consideration stop associating with terminate the employment of; discharge from an office or position end one's encounter with somebody by causing or permitting the person to leave declare void
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the act of breaking something into small pieces break into many pieces damage or destroy cause to break into many pieces seemingly loud enough to break something; violently rattling or clattering
worn and broken down by hard use lacking bodily or muscular strength or vitality
an especially luminous meteor (sometimes exploding) a highly energetic and indefatigable person a ball of fire (such as the sun or a ball-shaped discharge of lightning) the luminous center of a nuclear explosion
the sound of light blow or knock cut a female screw thread with a tap draw from or dip into to get something strike lightly draw from; make good use of tap a telephone or telegraph wire to get information furnish with a tap or spout, so as to be able to draw liquid from it make light, repeated taps on a surface walk with a tapping sound dance and make rhythmic clicking sounds by means of metal plates nailed to the sole of the dance shoes draw (liquor) from a tap pierce in order to draw a liquid from make a solicitation or entreaty for something; request urgently or persistently
as yourself as a person in a personal way in the flesh; without involving anyone else concerning the speaker
make more intense, stronger, or more marked become more intense make deeper become deeper in tone
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make false by mutilation or addition; as of a message or story form into a spiral shape twist and press out of shape affect as in thought or feeling alter the shape of (something) by stress
a deliberate act of omission an instance that does not conform to a rule or generalization; the only exception was her last child" grounds for adverse criticism
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an enclosed armored military vehicle; has a cannon and moves on caterpillar treads a large (usually metallic) vessel for holding gases or liquids as much as a tank will hold a freight car that transports liquids or gases in bulk a cell for violent prisoners store in a tank by causing (something) to flow into it consume excessive amounts of alcohol treat in a tank
marked by skill in deception
creation that is created again or anew make new
a tart spicy quality the imperial dynasty of China from 618 to 907 the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth a common rockweed used in preparing kelp and as manure brown algae seaweed with serrated edges any of various coarse seaweeds any of various kelps especially of the genus Laminaria
someone who obtains pleasure from inflicting pain or others
the sensation that results when taste buds in the tongue and throat convey information about the chemical composition of a soluble stimulus a strong liking delicate discrimination (especially of aesthetic values) a brief experience of something a small amount eaten or drunk the faculty of distinguishing sweet, sour, bitter, and salty properties in the mouth a kind of sensing; distinguishing substances by means of the taste buds have flavor; taste of something perceive by the sense of taste take a sample of have a distinctive or characteristic taste distinguish flavors experience briefly
a qualitative change (mathematics) a function that changes the position or direction of the axes of a coordinate system a rule describing the conversion of one syntactic structure into another related syntactic structure (genetics) modification of a cell or bacterium by the uptake and incorporation of exogenous DNA the act of changing in form or shape or appearance
displeasing to the senses inclined to anger or bad feelings with overtones of menace morally reprehensible provoking horror
relatively long-bodied reptile with usually two pairs of legs and a tapering tail a man who idles about in the lounges of hotels and bars in search of women who would support him
reduce or cause to be reduced from a solid to a liquid state, usually by heating become or cause to become soft or liquid become more relaxed, easygoing, or genial lose its distinct outline or shape; blend gradually become less clearly visible or distinguishable; disappear gradually or seemingly become less intense and fade away gradually changed from a solid to a liquid state
clean or organized showing care in execution free from what is tawdry or unbecoming free from clumsiness; precisely or deftly executed very good without water
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a state of equilibrium equality between the totals of the credit and debit sides of an account harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within a whole (as in a design) equality of distribution something left after other parts have been taken away the difference between the totals of the credit and debit sides of an account (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Libra the seventh sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about September 23 to October 22 (mathematics) an attribute of a shape or relation; exact reflection of form on opposite sides of a dividing line or plane a weight that balances another weight a wheel that regulates the rate of movement in a machine; especially a wheel oscillating against the hairspring of a timepiece to regulate its beat a scale for weighing; depends on pull of gravity bring into balance or equilibrium compute credits and debits of an account hold or carry in equilibrium be in equilibrium
clothes dryer for drying and ironing laundry by passing it between two heavy heated rollers press with a mangle injure badly by beating alter so as to make unrecognizable destroy or injure severely
a mechanical device that prevents a vessel from moving a central cohesive source of support and stability a television reporter who coordinates a broadcast to which several correspondents contribute fix firmly and stably secure a vessel with an anchor
the process of becoming cooler; a falling temperature depress or discourage make cool or cooler loose heat provoking fear terror
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the mass of eggs deposited by fish or amphibians or molluscs call forth lay spawn
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the cardinal number that is the sum of six and one one of four playing cards in a deck with seven pips on the face being one more than six
language or behavior intended to mock or humiliate the act of deriding or treating with contempt subject to laughter or ridicule
become or cause to become undone by separating the fibers or threads of undo (the stitches) of (a piece of sewing)
in the Eastern Orthodox Church this title is given to a position between bishop and patriarch; equivalent to archbishop in western Christianity a person who lives in a metropolis relating to or characteristic of a metropolis
a republic in southern North America; became independent from Spain in 1810
a measure of a person's intelligence as indicated by an intelligence test; the ratio of a person's mental age to their chronological age (multiplied by 100)
have the quality of being; (copula, used with an adjective or a predicate noun) be identical to; be someone or something occupy a certain position or area; be somewhere have an existence, be extant happen, occur, take place; this was during the visit to my parents' house" be identical or equivalent to form or compose work in a specific place, with a specific subject, or in a specific function represent, as of a character on stage spend or use time have life, be alive to remain unmolested, undisturbed, or uninterrupted -- used only in infinitive form be priced at
a heavy brittle metallic element of the platinum group; used in alloys; occurs in natural alloys with platinum or osmium a board of the British government that administers and collects major direct taxes
the branch of engineering that deals with the use of computers and telecommunications to retrieve and store and transmit information
people who are defeated win a victory over thwart the passage of beaten or overcome; not victorious disappointingly unsuccessful
the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one administration of nutrients through a vein being one more than three
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number being one more than one
a painful emotion resulting from an awareness of inadequacy or guilt a state of dishonor an unfortunate development bring shame or dishonor upon compel through a sense of shame cause to be ashamed surpass or beat by a wide margin
excessively mournful
a quality that outshines the usual the quality of being magnificent or splendid or grand
a unit of length equal to one twelfth of a foot a rare soft silvery metallic element; occurs in small quantities in sphalerite a state in midwestern United States holding office directed or bound inward currently fashionable to or toward the inside of
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a mechanical device consisting of a cylindrical tube around which the hair is wound to curl it
a major port of entry and the largest city in Washington; located in west central Washington on the protected waters of Puget Sound with the snow-capped peaks of the Cascade Range and Mount Ranier visible to the south and east; an aerospace and computer center; site of the University of Washington
any of numerous small rodents typically resembling diminutive rats having pointed snouts and small ears on elongated bodies with slender usually hairless tails a swollen bruise caused by a blow to the eye person who is quiet or timid a hand-operated electronic device that controls the coordinates of a cursor on your computer screen as you move it around on a pad; on the bottom of the device is a ball that rolls on the surface of the pad to go stealthily or furtively manipulate the mouse of a computer
give expression to
set or keep apart cut off from a whole
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pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become become larger, greater, or bigger; expand or gain increase in size by natural process cause to grow or develop develop and reach maturity; undergo maturation come into existence; take on form or shape cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) grow emotionally or mature become attached by or as if by the process of growth (of animals) fully developed
to enlarge beyond bounds or the truth represented as greater than is true or reasonable
a glass or plastic vessel used for storing drinks or other liquids; typically cylindrical without handles and with a narrow neck that can be plugged or capped the quantity contained in a bottle a vessel fitted with a flexible teat and filled with milk or formula; used as a substitute for breast feeding infants and very young children store (liquids or gases) in bottles put into bottles
a mug intended for serving beer experimental expatriate United States writer (1874-1946)
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showing indifference or disregard stopping to associate with
a recognizable kind the act of mixing cards haphazardly engage in give certain properties to something make or cause to be or to become cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally create or manufacture a man-made product make, formulate, or derive in the mind compel or make somebody or something to act in a certain way create by artistic means earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages create or design, often in a certain way to compose or represent:"This wall forms the background of the stage setting" reach a goal, e.g., "make the first team" be or be capable of being changed or made into make by shaping or bringing together constituents perform or carry out make by combining materials and parts change from one form into another act in a certain way so as to acquire charge with a function; charge to be achieve a point or goal reach a destination, either real or abstract institute, enact, or establish carry out or commit form by assembling individuals or constituents organize or be responsible for put in order or neaten head into a specified direction have a bowel movement undergo fabrication or creation be suitable for add up to amount to constitute the essence of appear to begin an activity proceed along a path reach in time gather and light the materials for prepare for eating by applying heat induce to have sex assure the success of represent fictitiously, as in a play, or pretend to be or act like consider as being calculate as being cause to be enjoyable or pleasurable favor the development of develop into behave in a certain way eliminate urine
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pass through the esophagus as part of eating or drinking engulf and destroy enclose or envelop completely, as if by swallowing utter indistinctly take back what one has said keep from expressing tolerate or accommodate oneself to believe or accept without questioning or challenge
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with a possibility of becoming actual
the region of the body of a vertebrate between the thorax and the pelvis a protruding abdomen a part that bulges deeply the hollow inside of something the underpart of the body of certain vertebrates such as snakes or fish swell out or bulge out
a person who suffers misfortune not favored by fortune; marked or accompanied by or resulting in ill fortune not auspicious; boding ill unsuitable or regrettable
evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of form a critical opinion of
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excessive excess the quality of being outrageous
the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians be seated be around, often idly or without specific purpose take a seat be in session assume a posture as for artistic purposes sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions be located or situated somewhere work or act as a baby-sitter; I have too much homework to do" show to a seat; assign a seat for serve in a specific professional capacity
oppose, as in hostility or a competition deal with (something unpleasant) head on present somebody with something, usually to accuse or criticize be face to face with
wet through and through; thoroughly wet
give the right to give a title to give a title to someone; make someone a member of the nobility qualified for by right according to law
a meeting at which a number of athletic contests are held come together get together socially or for a specific purpose be adjacent or come together fill or meet a want or need satisfy a condition or restriction satisfy or fulfill collect in one place get to know; get acquainted with meet by design; be present at the arrival of contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle experience as a reaction undergo or suffer be in direct physical contact with; make contact
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the properties acquired as a consequence of the way you were treated as a child helping someone grow up to be an accepted member of the community help develop, help grow bring up provide with nourishment
rich and superior in quality
lose interest or become bored with something or somebody exhaust or get tired through overuse or great strain or stress deplete cause to be bored producing exhaustion
a feeling of extreme pleasure or satisfaction something or someone that provides a source of happiness give pleasure to or be pleasing to take delight in hold spellbound
the period of European history at the close of the Middle Ages and the rise of the modern world; a cultural rebirth from the 14th through the middle of the 17th centuries the revival of learning and culture
backflow of blood through a defective heart valve recall after rote memorization the reflex act of ejecting the contents of the stomach through the mouth
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showing extreme cupidity; painfully desirous of another's advantages suspicious or unduly suspicious or fearful of being displaced by a rival
open and observable; not secret or hidden
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about the process of using your mind to consider something carefully the organized beliefs of a period or group or individual a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
a young person of either sex soft smooth leather from the hide of a young goat English dramatist (1558-1594) a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age young goat tell false information to for fun be silly or tease one another
an edible emulsion of fat globules made by churning milk or cream; for cooking and table use a fighter who strikes the opponent with his head spread butter on
informal terms for insanity having or breaking into thin crisp flakes
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lacking bodily or muscular strength or vitality in a weak or feeble manner or to a minor degree
carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions learn by repetition engage in a rehearsal (of) avail oneself to engage in or perform having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude skillful after much practice
an easy victory a girl who behaves in a boyish manner gay or light-hearted recreational activity for diversion or amusement play boisterously run easily and fairly fast win easily
an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event the action of changing something the result of alteration or modification the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due a thing that is different a different or fresh set of clothes coins of small denomination regarded collectively money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency a difference that is usually pleasant cause to change; make different; cause a transformation undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence lay aside, abandon, or leave for another change clothes; put on different clothes exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category give to, and receive from, one another change from one vehicle or transportation line to another become deeper in tone remove or replace the coverings of
a flaw or weak point failure to reach a minimum required performance fail to do something; leave something undone be unsuccessful disappoint, prove undependable to; abandon, forsake stop operating or functioning be unable judge unacceptable fail to get a passing grade fall short in what is expected become bankrupt or insolvent; fail financially and close prove insufficient get worse below acceptable in performance
the place at a fair or carnival where sideshows and similar amusements are located naval battle of World War II (June 1942); American planes based on land and on carriers decisively defeated a Japanese fleet on its way to invade the Midway Islands equally distant from the extremes at half the distance; at the middle
a Bantu language spoken in Cameroon an appendage of insects that is capable of injecting venom; usually evolved from the legs canine tooth of a carnivorous animal; used to seize and tear its prey hollow or grooved tooth of a venomous snake; used to inject its poison
the tangible substance that goes into the makeup of a physical object information (data or ideas or observations) that can be used or reworked into a finished form artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers things needed for doing or making something a person judged suitable for admission or employment
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an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone a degree or grade of excellence or worth a characteristic property that defines the apparent individual nature of something (music) the distinctive property of a complex sound (a voice or noise or musical sound) high social status
an assertion of a right (as to money or property) an assertion that something is true or factual demand for something as rightful or due an informal right to something an established or recognized right a demand especially in the phrase "the call of duty" assert or affirm strongly; state to be true or existing demand as being one's due or property; assert one's right or title to ask for legally or make a legal claim to, as of debts, for example lay claim to; as of an idea take as an undesirable consequence of some event or state of affairs
a feeling of understanding delicate discrimination (especially of aesthetic values) perception of that which is obscure the quality of insight and sympathetic understanding
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location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east those who support varying degrees of social or political or economic change designed to promote the public welfare the hand that is on the left side of the body the piece of ground in the outfield on the catcher's left a turn toward the side of the body that is on the north when the person is facing east go away from a place go and leave behind, either intentionally or by neglect or forgetfulness act or be so as to become in a specified state leave unchanged or undisturbed or refrain from taking move out of or depart from make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain have as a result or residue remove oneself from an association with or participation in put into the care or protection of someone leave or give by will after one's death have left or have as a remainder be survived by after one's death transmit (knowledge or skills) leave behind unintentionally being or located on or directed toward the side of the body to the west when facing north not used up intended for the left hand of or belonging to the political or intellectual left toward or on the left; also used figuratively
a native or inhabitant of Venezuela
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used especially of what is legally or ethically right or proper or fitting fair to all parties as dictated by reason and conscience free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules of moral excellence and nothing more indicating exactness or preciseness only a moment ago absolutely only a very short time before exactly at this moment or the moment described; 
(used of sexual behavior) showing or appealing to bizarre or deviant tastes (of hair) in small tight curls informal terms; strikingly unconventional
United States newspaper publisher whose introduction of large headlines and sensational reporting changed American journalism (1863-1951)
having or producing a comfortable and agreeable degree of heat or imparting or maintaining heat psychologically warm; friendly and responsive (color) inducing the impression of warmth; used especially of reds and oranges and yellows having or displaying warmth or affection freshly made or left easily aroused or excited characterized by strong enthusiasm characterized by liveliness or excitement or disagreement uncomfortable because of possible danger or trouble of a seeker; near to the object sought
having or prompted by wisdom or discernment marked by the exercise of good judgment or common sense in practical matters evidencing the possession of inside information improperly forward or bold
take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission constitute reasonable evidence for take liberties or act with too much confidence
the text appearing in a book, newspaper, or other printed publication a picture or design printed from an engraving a visible indication made on a surface availability in printed form a copy of a movie on film (especially a particular version of it) a fabric with a dyed pattern pressed onto it (usually by engraved rollers) a printed picture produced from a photographic negative put into print write as if with print; not cursive make into a print reproduce by printing
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give an assignment to (a person) to a post, or assign a task to (a person) give out attribute or credit to select something or someone for a specific purpose attribute or give make undue claims to having transfer one's right to decide as to where something belongs in a scheme appointed to a post or duty
someone who fights (or is fighting) a high-speed military or naval airplane designed to destroy enemy aircraft in the air someone who fights for a cause
subject to a mathematical transformation change or alter in form, appearance, or nature change in outward structure or looks change from one form or medium into another convert (one form of energy) to another change (a bacterial cell) into a genetically distinct cell by the introduction of DNA from another cell of the same or closely related species increase or decrease (an alternating current or voltage)
any living or extinct member of the family Hominidae characterized by superior intelligence, articulate speech, and erect carriage characteristic of humanity relating to a person having human form or attributes as opposed to those of animals or divine beings
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred a statement or assertion of verified information about something that is the case or has happened an event known to have happened or something known to have existed a concept whose truth can be proved
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a unit of magnetic flux equal to 100,000,000 maxwells German physicist and brother of E. H. Weber; noted for his studies of terrestrial magnetism (1804-1891) United States abstract painter (born in Russia) (1881-1961) German sociologist and pioneer of the analytic method in sociology (1864-1920) German conductor and composer of romantic operas (1786-1826) German physiologist who studied sensory responses to stimuli and is considered the father of psychophysics (1795-1878)
up to the present time used in negative statement to describe a situation that has existed up to this point or up to the present time to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons within an indefinite time or at an unspecified future time used after a superlative despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession)
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a person who buys
characteristic of or resembling or suitable for ballet
(usually followed by `to') not having the necessary means or skill or know-how (usually followed by `to') lacking necessary physical or mental ability lacking in power or forcefulness
a politician who is running for public office someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.)
without bounds continuing forever without end
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an attack intended to ruin someone's reputation murder of a public figure by surprise attack
an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story) a characteristic property that defines the apparent individual nature of something the inherent complex of attributes that determines a persons moral and ethical actions and reactions an actor's portrayal of someone in a play a person of a specified kind (usually with many eccentricities) good repute a formal recommendation by a former employer to a potential future employer describing the person's qualifications and dependability a written symbol that is used to represent speech (genetics) an attribute (structural or functional) that is determined by a gene or group of genes engrave or inscribe characters on
submerge in a liquid rip off; ask an unreasonable price cover with liquid; pour liquid onto leave as a guarantee in return for money beat severely make drunk (with alcoholic drinks) become drunk or drink excessively fill, soak, or imbue totally heat a metal prior to working it very drunk
an aggregation or continuous network of urban communities an ungainly posture with arms and legs spread about sit or lie with one's limbs spread out go, come, or spread in a rambling or irregular way
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the inherent capacity for coming into being the difference in electrical charge between two points in a circuit expressed in volts existing in possibility expected to become or be; in prospect
(immunology) the attraction between an antigen and an antibody (anthropology) kinship by marriage or adoption; not a blood relationship (biology) state of relationship between organisms or groups of organisms resulting in resemblance in structure or structural parts a close connection marked by community of interests or similarity in nature or character the force attracting atoms to each other and binding them together in a molecule inherent resemblance between persons or things a natural attraction or feeling of kinship
in a plucky manner
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adorn or decorate with precious stones covered with beads or jewels or sequins
(sports) the act of preventing the opposition from scoring save from ruin, destruction, or harm to keep up and reserve for personal or special use bring into safety spend less; buy at a reduced price accumulate money for future use make unnecessary an expenditure or effort save from sins refrain from harming spend sparingly, avoid the waste of retain rights to record data on a computer
gases ejected from an engine as waste products a cloud of fine particles suspended in a gas be mad, angry, or furious emit a cloud of fine particles treat with fumes, expose to fumes, especially with the aim of disinfecting or eradicating pests be wet with sweat or blood, as of one's face
the act of adding decoration a decoration or adornment on a garment cutting down to the desired size or shape remove the edges from and cut down to the desired size decorate, as with ornaments cut down on; make a reduction in balance in flight by regulating the control surfaces be in equilibrium during a flight decorate (food), as with parsley or other ornamental foods cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of cut closely adjust (sails on a ship) so that the wind is optimally used
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the property of flowing easily a changeable quality
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(Roman mythology) goddess of abundance and fertility; wife of Saturn; counterpart of Greek Rhea and Cybele of ancient Asia Minor
any member of a ship's crew a serviceman in the navy a stiff hat made of straw with a flat crown
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a state of excessive gas in the alimentary canal pompously embellished language
hasty and without attention to detail; not thorough as a formality only
in a creative manner
a bodily passage or tube lined with epithelial cells and conveying a secretion or other substance a continuous tube formed by a row of elongated cells lacking intervening end walls an enclosed conduit for a fluid
marked by prudence or modesty and wise self-restraint unobtrusively perceptive and sympathetic heedful of potential consequences
dreamy in mood or nature lacking spirit or liveliness
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a person's social heritage: previous experience or training the part of a scene (or picture) that lies behind objects in the foreground information that is essential to understanding a situation or problem extraneous signals that can be confused with the phenomenon to be observed or measured relatively unimportant or inconspicuous accompanying situation the state of the environment in which a situation exists (computer science) the area of the screen in graphical user interfaces against which icons and windows appear scenery hung at back of stage understate the importance or quality of
feel or have a desire for; want strongly have need of hunt or look for; want for a particular reason wish or demand the presence of be without, lack; be deficient in nonexistent inadequate in amount or degree
carnivorous or bloodsucking aquatic or terrestrial worms typically having a sucker at each end
emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity) the experiencing of affective and emotional states a vague idea in which some confidence is placed the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people a physical sensation that you experience the sensation produced by pressure receptors in the skin an intuitive understanding of something undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles be conscious of a physical, mental, or emotional state have a feeling or perception about oneself in reaction to someone's behavior or attitude undergo passive experience of:"We felt the effects of inflation" be felt or perceived in a certain way grope or feel in search of something examine by touch examine (a body part) by palpation find by testing or cautious exploration produce a certain impression pass one's hands over the sexual organs of
a series of mental images and emotions occurring during sleep imaginative thoughts indulged in while awake a cherished desire a fantastic but vain hope (from fantasies induced by the opium pipe) a state of mind characterized by abstraction and release from reality someone or something wonderful have a daydream; indulge in a fantasy experience while sleeping
feelings of excessive pride the quality of being valueless or futile the trait of being unduly vain and conceited; false pride low table with mirror or mirrors where one sits while dressing or applying makeup
language or humor that is down-to-earth the quality of being composed of relatively large particles looseness or roughness in texture (as of cloth) the quality of lacking taste and refinement make or become coarse or coarser make less subtle or refined
the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect formality in bearing and appearance high office or rank or station
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a flighty scatterbrained simpleton a bridgehead seized by airborne troops
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capable of being seen; or open to easy view obvious to the eye present and easily available
walk unsteadily
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a painting of a naked human figure without clothing (especially in the phrase `in the nude') a naked person a statue of a naked human figure completely unclothed
the performance of a part or role in a drama carry out or perform an action perform a function give a performance (of something) get (something) done
a small handbook (military) a prescribed drill in handling a rifle of or relating to the hands requiring human effort doing or requiring physical work
not necessary
in an intermittent manner
a dead body that has been brought back to life by a supernatural force (voodooism) a spirit or supernatural force that reanimates a dead body a god of voodoo cults of African origin worshipped especially in West Indies someone who acts or responds in a mechanical or apathetic way several kinds of rum with fruit juice and usually apricot liqueur
as acknowledged
known widely and usually unfavorably; 
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be sold more often than other, similar products sell more than others
a motor vehicle with two wheels and a strong frame ride a motorcycle
not yet discovered
conspicuously or grossly unconventional or unusual
an administrator in charge of a division of a university or college United States film actor whose moody rebellious roles made him a cult figure (1931-1955) a man who is the senior member of a group (Roman Catholic Church) the head of the College of Cardinals
spend thoughtlessly; throw away spend extravagantly
a particular instance of buying or selling an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent a plank of softwood (fir or pine board) wood that is easy to saw (from conifers such as pine or fir) the cards held in a card game by a given player at any given time the type of treatment received (especially as the result of an agreement) the act of distributing playing cards the act of apportioning or distributing something act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression take into consideration for exemplifying purposes take action with respect to (someone or something) come to terms with administer or bestow, as in small portions do business; offer for sale as for one's livelihood be in charge of, act on, or dispose of behave in a certain way towards others distribute cards to the players in a game direct the course of; manage or control give out as one's portion or share give (a specific card) to a player sell
people who have severe hearing impairments make or render deaf lacking or deprived of the sense of hearing wholly or in part (usually followed by `to') unwilling or refusing to pay heed
in some unspecified way or manner; or by some unspecified means for some unspecified reason; 
people who are no longer living a time when coldness (or some other quality associated with death) is intense no longer having or seeming to have or expecting to have life not showing characteristics of life especially the capacity to sustain life; no longer exerting force or having energy or heat very tired unerringly accurate physically inactive (followed by `to') not showing human feeling or sensitivity; unresponsive devoid of physical sensation; numb lacking acoustic resonance not yielding a return not circulating or flowing not surviving in active use lacking resilience or bounce out of use or operation because of a fault or breakdown no longer having force or relevance complete drained of electric charge; discharged devoid of activity; nothing ever happens here" quickly and without warning completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers
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an advanced student or graduate in medicine gaining supervised practical experience (`houseman' is a British term) deprive of freedom work as an intern
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the placement of the fingers for playing different notes (or sequences of notes) on a musical instrument touching something with the fingers feel or handle with the fingers examine by touch search for on the computer indicate the fingering for the playing of musical scores for keyboard instruments
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a beloved person; used as terms of endearment a sweet innocent mild-mannered person (especially a child) dearly loved with or in a close or intimate relationship earnest having a high price with affection at a great cost
federal agency responsible for enforcing laws and regulations governing narcotics and controlled substances; goal is to immobilize drug trafficking organizations
any member of a Pentecostal religious body of or relating to or characteristic of any of various Pentecostal religious bodies or their members of or relating to or occurring at Pentecost
stunned or confused and slow to react (as from blows or drunkenness or exhaustion)
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a performance of a play of or relating to the theater suited to or characteristic of the stage or theater
someone whose age is in the nineties being from 90 to 99 years old
permitting little if any light to pass through because of denseness of matter hard to pass through because of dense growth having high relative density or specific gravity slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity
a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented the art of writing and producing plays a region in which active military operations are in progress
a state of commotion and noise and confusion loud confused noise from many sources
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the period of greatest prosperity or productivity a rosy color (especially in the cheeks) taken as a sign of good health sudden brief sensation of heat (associated with menopause and some mental disorders) a poker hand with all 5 cards in the same suit the swift release of a store of affective force a sudden rapid flow (as of water) sudden reddening of the face (as from embarrassment or guilt or shame or modesty) turn red, as if in embarrassment or shame flow freely glow or cause to glow with warm color or light make level or straight rinse, clean, or empty with a liquid irrigate with water from a sluice cause to flow or flood with or as if with water of a surface exactly even with an adjoining one, forming the same plane having an abundant supply of money or possessions of value squarely or solidly in the same plane
the time after sunrise and before sunset while it is light outside
a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement present reasons and arguments have an argument about something give evidence of
showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others
English poet and dramatist considered one of the greatest English writers (1564-1616)
call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) evoke or provoke to appear or occur provide the needed stimulus for annoy continually or chronically causing or tending to cause anger or resentment
cook too long
someone who skates on a skateboard
detect with the senses having or revealing keen insight and good judgment unobtrusively perceptive and sympathetic quick to understand able to make or detect effects of great subtlety; sensitive
an Italian woman of rank
a cord fastened around the neck with an ornamental clasp and worn as a necktie a rope with weights attached to the ends; is thrown to entangle the legs of an animal; of South American origin
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a typeface with thick heavy lines fearless and daring clear and distinct very steep; having a prominent and almost vertical front
the state of being decayed or destroyed the feeling of being confounded or overwhelmed an event that results in total destruction plundering with excessive damage and destruction the termination of something by causing so much damage to it that it cannot be repaired or no longer exists
pain that feels hot as if it were on fire a browning of the skin resulting from exposure to the rays of the sun an injury caused by exposure to heat or chemicals or radiation a place or area that has been burned (especially on a person's body) damage inflicted by fire destroy by fire shine intensely, as if with heat undergo combustion cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort cause to burn or combust feel strong emotion, especially anger or passion cause to undergo combustion burn at the stake spend (significant amounts of money) feel hot or painful burn, sear, or freeze (tissue) using a hot iron or electric current or a caustic agent get a sunburn by overexposure to the sun create by duplicating data use up (energy) burn with heat, fire, or radiation
the rounded seed-bearing capsule of a cotton or flax plant
hold back
a person who backs a politician or a team etc. the principal character in a work of fiction
an angular shape characterized by sharp turns in alternating directions travel along a zigzag path having short sharp turns or angles in a zigzag course or on a zigzag path
seed vessel having hooks or prickles rough projection left on a workpiece after drilling or cutting United States politician who served as vice president under Jefferson; he mortally wounded his political rival Alexander Hamilton in a duel and fled south (1756-1836) rotary file for smoothing rough edges left on a workpiece small bit used in dentistry or surgery remove the burrs from
too numerous to be counted
a caretaker for an apartment house; represents the owner as janitor and rent collector of the highest quality including more than a specified category extremely large to an extreme degree
a written message addressed to a person or organization
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the act of conferring legality or sanction or formal warrant
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uttering a loud inarticulate cry as of pain or excitement utter a sudden loud cry utter or declare in a very loud voice
an indirect (and usually malicious) implication
showing little emotion
close fighting during the culmination of a military attack a threatened or attempted physical attack by someone who appears to be able to cause bodily harm if not stopped thoroughbred that won the triple crown in 1946 the crime of forcing a woman to submit to sexual intercourse against her will attack someone physically or emotionally force (someone) to have sex against their will attack in speech or writing
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a showy gesture an ornamental embellishment in writing a display of ornamental speech or language the act of waving (music) a short lively tune played on brass instruments grow vigorously make steady progress; be at the high point in one's career or reach a high point in historical significance or importance move or swing back and forth
the rapid and continuous delivery of linguistic communication (spoken or written) the heavy fire of artillery to saturate an area rather than hit a specific target address with continuously or persistently, as if with a barrage
establish a conditioned response develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement put into a better state apply conditioner to in order to make smooth and shiny established by conditioning or learning physically fit
the part of the day between noon and evening a conventional expression of greeting or farewell
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approval to do something the act of giving a formal (usually written) authorization
in a reflex manner in a mechanical manner; by a mechanism
put into print write as if with print; not cursive make into a print reproduce by printing
any bundle of nerve fibers running to various organs and tissues of the body the courage to carry on impudent aggressiveness get ready for something difficult or unpleasant
give an incentive for action
an instance of change; the rate or magnitude of change an activity that varies from a norm or standard a repetition of a musical theme in which it is modified or embellished something a little different from others of the same type an artifact that deviates from a norm or standard the angle (at a particular location) between magnetic north and true north the process of varying or being varied (astronomy) any perturbation of the mean motion or orbit of a planet or satellite (especially a perturbation of the earth's moon) (biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration (ballet) a solo dance or dance figure the act of changing or altering something slightly but noticeably from the norm or standard
an electrical load that exceeds the available electrical power an excessive burden become overloaded fill to excess so that function is impaired place too much a load on
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a person who uses the mind creatively of or associated with or requiring the use of the mind appealing to or using the intellect involving intelligence rather than emotions or instinct
a reply of denial a piece of photographic film showing an image with light and shade or colors reversed vote against; refuse to endorse; refuse to assent characterized by or displaying negation or denial or opposition or resistance; having no positive features expressing or consisting of a negation or refusal or denial having the quality of something harmful or unpleasant not indicating the presence of microorganisms or disease or a specific condition reckoned in a direction opposite to that regarded as positive less than zero designed or tending to discredit, especially without positive or helpful suggestions having a negative charge involving disadvantage or harm
soft fine feathers (American football) a complete play to advance the football English physician who first described Down's syndrome (1828-1896) (usually plural) a rolling treeless highland with little soil fine soft dense hair (as the fine short hair of cattle or deer or the wool of sheep or the undercoat of certain dogs) drink down entirely eat immoderately bring down or defeat (an opponent) shoot at and force to come down cause to come or go down improve or perfect by pruning or polishing being or moving lower in position or less in some value extending or moving from a higher to a lower place becoming progressively lower being put out by a strikeout understood perfectly lower than previously shut not functioning (temporarily or permanently) filled with melancholy and despondency spatially or metaphorically from a higher to a lower level or position away from a more central or a more northerly place paid in cash at time of purchase from an earlier time to a lower intensity in an inactive or inoperative state
a set of two similar things considered as a unit two items of the same kind two people considered as a unit a poker hand with 2 cards of the same value form a pair or pairs bring two objects, ideas, or people together occur in pairs arrange in pairs engage in sexual intercourse
the capability to obliterate a target with more weapons (especially nuclear weapons) than are required any effort that seems to go farther than would be necessary to achieve its goal
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to believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds construct a theory about form or construct theories
a specific (often simplistic) category a small compartment place into a small compartment treat or classify according to a mental stereotype
a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program the act of giving an account describing incidents or a course of events (rhetoric) the second section of an oration in which the facts are set forth
to make a mistake or be incorrect wander from a direct course or at random
improve or perfect by pruning or polishing make more complex, intricate, or richer treat or prepare so as to put in a usable condition reduce to a fine, unmixed, or pure state; separate from extraneous matter or cleanse from impurities attenuate or reduce in vigor, strength, or validity by polishing or purifying make more precise or increase the discriminatory powers of (used of persons and their behavior) cultivated and genteel freed from impurities by processing showing a high degree of refinement and the assurance that comes from wide social experience suggesting taste, ease, and wealth free from what is tawdry or unbecoming
a rude expression intended to offend or hurt a deliberately offensive act or something producing the effect of deliberate disrespect treat, mention, or speak to rudely
being in a tense state showing or requiring courage and contempt of danger offensively bold
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the psychological state of being irritated or annoyed anger produced by some annoying irritation an unpleasant person who is annoying or exasperating something or someone that causes trouble; a source of unhappiness the act of troubling or annoying someone
marked by great carelessness
a stiff moderately thick paper without substance
face and withstand with courage cause to slope sail to the windward of change under the action or influence of the weather worn by exposure to the weather
in an amazing manner; to everyone's surprise
the first letter of a word (especially a person's name) mark with one's initials occurring at the beginning
a feeling of jealous envy (especially of a rival) zealous vigilance
a farewell oration (especially one delivered during graduation exercises by an outstanding member of a graduating class) of or relating to an occasion or expression of farewell of a speech expressing leave-taking
a misanthrope who dislikes women in particular
a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way ridicule with satire
resistant to guidance or discipline
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a person responsible for the editorial aspects of publication; the person who determines the final content of a text (especially of a newspaper or magazine) (computer science) a program designed to perform such editorial functions as rearrangement or modification or deletion of data
a component of a mixture that has been separated by a fractional process a small part or item forming a piece of a whole the quotient of two rational numbers perform a division
material consisting of seed coverings and small pieces of stem or leaves that have been separated from the seeds a slender or elongated structure that supports a plant or fungus or a plant part or plant organ a hunt for game carried on by following it stealthily or waiting in ambush the act of following prey stealthily a stiff or threatening gait walk stiffly follow stealthily or recur constantly and spontaneously to go through (an area) in search of prey
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horrible in fierceness or savagery glaringly vivid and graphic; marked by sensationalism shining with an unnatural red glow as of fire seen through smoke ghastly pale
cutlery used for serving and eating food the act of branching out or dividing into branches the region of the angle formed by the junction of two branches an agricultural tool used for lifting or digging; has a handle and metal prongs the angle formed by the inner sides of the legs where they join the human trunk lift with a pitchfork place under attack with one's own pieces, of two enemy pieces divide into two or more branches so as to form a fork shape like a fork
of or involving dispute or controversy
the intolerance and prejudice of a bigot
derived from what is primary or original; not firsthand previously used or owned by another by indirect means
the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality a perceptual structure any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline) alternative names for the body of a human being the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance the visual appearance of something or someone a printed document with spaces in which to write (biology) a group of organisms within a species that differ in trivial ways from similar groups an arrangement of the elements in a composition or discourse a particular mode in which something is manifested (physical chemistry) a distinct state of matter in a system; matter that is identical in chemical composition and physical state and separated from other material by the phase boundary a body of students who are taught together an ability to perform well a life-size dummy used to display clothes a mold for setting concrete create (as an entity) to compose or represent:"This wall forms the background of the stage setting" develop into a distinctive entity give shape or form to make something, usually for a specific function establish or impress firmly in the mind assume a form or shape
the quality of not being in accord with standards of right or good conduct morally objectionable behavior
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an orderly assigned to serve a British military officer
(usually plural) a device with an explosive that burns at a low rate and with colored flames; can be used to illuminate areas or send signals etc.
a native or inhabitant of Cuba of or relating to or characteristic of Cuba or the people of Cuba
front part of a vessel or aircraft situated at or toward the bow of a vessel near or toward the bow of a ship or cockpit of a plane
United States film maker (1896-1973) grandson of Henry Ford (1917-1987) son of Henry Ford (1893-1943) English writer and editor (1873-1939) 38th President of the United States; appointed vice president and succeeded Nixon when Nixon resigned (1913-) United States manufacturer of automobiles who pioneered mass production (1863-1947) a shallow area in a stream that can be forded the act of crossing a stream or river by wading or in a car or on a horse cross a river where it's shallow
an act that fails an event that does not accomplish its intended purpose lack of success a person with a record of failing; someone who loses consistently an unexpected omission inability to discharge all your debts as they come due loss of ability to function normally
a large mass of ice floating at sea; usually broken off of a polar glacier Austrian composer in Schoenberg's twelve-tone music system (1885-1935)
in a powerful manner in a manner having a powerful influence
annoy continually or chronically
an air mass of lower pressure; often brings precipitation British political cartoonist (born in New Zealand) who created the character Colonel Blimp (1891-1963) a low level or position or degree the lowest forward gear ratio in the gear box of a motor vehicle; used to start a car moving make a low noise, characteristic of bovines
a person who operates a farm
acceptance of despair a verbal act of admitting defeat the delivery of a principal into lawful custody the act of surrendering (usually under agreed conditions) give up or agree to forgo to the power or possession of another relinquish possession or control over
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the quality of being shockingly cruel and inhumane an act of atrocious cruelty
express in speech articulate silently; form words with the lips only touch with the mouth
constitution of the human body alternative names for the body of a human being make by combining materials and parts form or accumulate steadily build or establish something abstract improve the cleansing action of order, supervise, or finance the construction of give form to, according to a plan be engaged in building found or ground bolster or strengthen develop and grow
a false or unsupportable quality the advancing of a claim the quality of being pretentious (behaving or speaking in such a manner as to create a false appearance of great importance or worth)
keep from happening or arising; make impossible stop (someone or something) from doing something or being in a certain state
save from sins restore the honor or worth of to turn in (vouchers or coupons) and receive something in exchange exchange or buy back for money; under threat pay off (loans or promissory notes) convert into cash; of commercial papers
cause to be attached be attached; be in contact with become attached create social or emotional ties take temporary possession of as a security, by legal authority being joined in close association used of buildings joined by common sidewalls associated in an exclusive sexual relationship fond and affectionate
the line or plane indicating the limit or extent of something a line determining the limits of an area the line or plane indicating the limit or extent of something the greatest possible degree of something a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards move forward by leaps and bounds form the boundary of; be contiguous to place limits on (extent or access) spring back; spring away from an impact
having characteristics of the stage especially an artificial and mannered quality
of or relating to an economy, the system of production and management of material wealth of or relating to the science of economics using the minimum of time or resources necessary for effectiveness concerned with worldly necessities of life (especially money) financially rewarding
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an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk
a challenge to do something dangerous or foolhardy take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission to be courageous enough to try or do something challenge
information that is spread for the purpose of promoting some cause
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remove or make invisible wipe out digitally or magnetically recorded information cut or eliminate
relating to or characteristic of mysticism relating to or resembling mysticism having an import not apparent to the senses nor obvious to the intelligence; beyond ordinary understanding
an implement consisting of a length of wood a small thin branch of a tree a lever used by a pilot to control the ailerons and elevators of an airplane a rectangular quarter pound block of butter or margarine informal terms for the leg a long implement (usually made of wood) that is shaped so that hockey or polo players can hit a puck or ball a long thin implement resembling a length of wood marijuana leaves rolled into a cigarette for smoking threat of a penalty put, fix, force, or implant stay put (in a certain place); we are not moving to Cincinnati" stick to firmly be or become fixed endure be a devoted follower or supporter be loyal to cover and decorate with objects that pierce the surface fasten with an adhesive material like glue fasten with or as with pins or nails fasten into place by fixing an end or point into something pierce with a thrust using a pointed instrument pierce or penetrate or puncture with something pointed come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation saddle with something disagreeable or disadvantageous be a mystery or bewildering to
a creation of the highest excellence an artist who has created classic works of recognized authority or excellence of or relating to the most highly developed stage of an earlier civilisation and its culture of or pertaining to or characteristic of the ancient Greek and Roman cultures
the act of flipping a coin (sports) the act of throwing the ball to another member of your team an abrupt movement throw or toss with a light motion lightly throw to see which side comes up throw carelessly move or stir about violently throw or cast away agitate
in a plodding manner
someone who makes progress easier
a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something bedding that keeps a person warm in bed the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it the protective covering on the front, back, and spine of a book a natural object that covers or envelops covering for a hole (especially a hole in the top of a container) fire that makes it difficult for the enemy to fire on your own individuals or formations a fixed charge by a restaurant or nightclub over and above the charge for food and drink a recording of a song that was first recorded or made popular by somebody else a false identity and background (especially one created for an undercover agent) provide with a covering or cause to be covered form a cover over span an interval of distance, space or time provide for act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory travel across or pass over be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism hold within range of an aimed firearm to take an action to protect against future problems hide from view or knowledge protect or defend (a position in a game) maintain a check on; especially by patrolling protect by insurance make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities invest with a large or excessive amount of something help out by taking someone's place and temporarily assuming his responsibilities be sufficient to meet, defray, or offset the charge or cost of spread over a surface to conceal or protect cover as if with a shroud copulate with a female, used especially of horses put something on top of something else play a higher card than the one previously played be responsible for guarding an opponent in a game sit on (eggs) clothe, as if for protection from the elements
having the sticky properties of an adhesive moist as with undried perspiration and with clothing sticking to the body hot or warm and humid hard to deal with; especially causing pain or embarrassment covered with an adhesive material
the time between one event, process, or period and another at the same time but in another place during the intervening time
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in a graceful manner in a gracious or graceful manner
make out of components (often in an improvising manner) planned and made or fashioned artistically
multiple collisions of vehicles
a vessel that carries passengers or freight transport commercially hire for work on a ship go on board travel by ship place on board a ship
not hallowed or consecrated extremely evil or cruel; expressive of cruelty or befitting hell having committed unrighteous acts
someone with a sociopathic personality; a person with an antisocial personality disorder (`psychopath' was once widely used but has now been superseded by `sociopath')
soak in marinade
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a distinguishing symbol a pattern of marks evaluation of performance by assigning a grade or score the act of making a visible mark on a surface attach a tag or label to designate as if by a mark be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense mark by some ceremony or observation make or leave a mark on to accuse or condemn or openly or formally or brand as disgraceful notice or perceive mark with a scar make small marks into the surface of establish as the highest level or best performance make underscoring marks remove from a list put a check mark on or near or next to assign a grade or rank to, according to one's evaluation insert punctuation marks into
grossly irreverent toward what is held to be sacred characterized by profanity or cursing
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United States songwriter whose songs embody the sentiment of the South before the American Civil War (1826-1864) promote the growth of bring up under fosterage; of children help develop, help grow
usually; as a rule without distinction of one from others without regard to specific details or exceptions
place into the hands or custody of guide or conduct or usher somewhere having or involving the use of hands
fill with sublime emotion
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auguring favorable circumstances and good luck
displaying numbers rather than scale positions relating to or performed with the fingers of a circuit or device that represents magnitudes in digits
any tree or shrub of the genus Ilex having red berries and shiny evergreen leaves with prickly edges United States rock star (1936-1959)
something with a round shape resembling a flat circular plate a small shallow dish for holding a cup at the table directional antenna consisting of a parabolic reflector for microwave or radio frequency radiation a disk used in throwing competitions
harass or assault sexually; make indecent advances to annoy continually or chronically
time without end a state of eternal existence believed in some religions to characterize the afterlife a seemingly endless time interval (waiting)
a highball with liquor and water with sugar and lemon or lime juice a plaything consisting of a Y-shaped stick with elastic between the arms; used to propel small stones a shoe that has a strap that wraps around the heel a simple weapon consisting of a looped strap in which a projectile is whirled and then released bandage to support an injured forearm; consisting of a wide triangular piece of cloth hanging from around the neck hurl as if with a sling hang loosely or freely; let swing move with a sling hold or carry in a sling
deliver (a speech, oration, or idea) bring to a destination, make a delivery to surrender someone or something to another free from harm or evil hand over to the authorities of another country pass down utter (an exclamation, noise, etc.) save from sins carry out or perform relinquish possession or control over throw or hurl from the mound to the batter, as in baseball cause to be born
the condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness advantage given to a competitor to equalize chances of winning something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress injure permanently attempt to forecast the winner (especially in a horse race) and assign odds for or against a contestant put at a disadvantage
a small cube with 1 to 6 spots on the six faces; used in gambling to generate random numbers a device used for shaping metal a cutting tool that is fitted into a diestock and used for cutting male (external) screw threads on screws or bolts or pipes or rods a trivalent metallic element of the rare earth group; forms compounds that are highly magnetic pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life suffer or face the pain of death be brought to or as if to the point of death by an intense emotion such as embarrassment, amusement, or shame stop operating or functioning feel indifferent towards languish as with love or desire cut or shape with a die to be on base at the end of an inning, of a player lose sparkle or bouquet disappear or come to an end suffer spiritual death; be damned (in the religious sense)
a fabric made of compressed matted animal fibers mat together and make felt-like cover with felt change texture so as to become matted and felt-like undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles be conscious of a physical, mental, or emotional state have a feeling or perception about oneself in reaction to someone's behavior or attitude undergo passive experience of:"We felt the effects of inflation" be felt or perceived in a certain way grope or feel in search of something examine by touch examine (a body part) by palpation find by testing or cautious exploration produce a certain impression pass one's hands over the sexual organs of
in a gradual manner
a formal entry into an organization or position or office the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new wisdom as evidenced by the possession of knowledge an act that sets in motion some course of events
the range of colour characteristic of a particular artist or painting or school of art board that provides a flat surface on which artists mix paints and the range of colors used one of the rounded armor plates at the armpits of a suit of armor
the floating wreckage of a ship
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the act of traveling from one place to another undertake a journey or trip travel upon or across
a grant made by a law court a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction something given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery give, especially as an honor or reward give as judged due or on the basis of merit
splendid or imposing in size or appearance the quality of being magnificent or splendid or grand
break into many pieces damage or destroy cause to break into many pieces
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a time period usually extending from Friday night through Sunday; more loosely defined as any period of successive days including one and only one Sunday spend the weekend
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pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life suffer or face the pain of death be brought to or as if to the point of death by an intense emotion such as embarrassment, amusement, or shame stop operating or functioning feel indifferent towards languish as with love or desire cut or shape with a die to be on base at the end of an inning, of a player lose sparkle or bouquet disappear or come to an end suffer spiritual death; be damned (in the religious sense)
United States labor leader (born in Ireland) who helped to found the Industrial Workers of the World (1830-1930) United States railroad engineer who died trying to stop his train from crashing into another train; a friend wrote a famous ballad describing the incident (1864-1900) United States golfer (1902-1971) American naval commander in the American Revolution (1747-1792) one of the first great English architects and a theater designer (1573-1652) English phonetician (1881-1967)
an event that happens come to pass happen, occur, or be the case in the course of events or by chance chance to be or do something, without intention or causation come into being; become reality come upon, as if by accident; meet with
an expression of regret at having caused trouble for someone a formal written defense of something you believe in strongly a poor example
an edible tuber native to South America; a staple food of Ireland annual native to South America having underground stolons bearing edible starchy tubers; widely cultivated as a garden vegetable; vines are poisonous
in a shallow manner
turn red, as if in embarrassment or shame become rosy or reddish having a red face from embarrassment or shame or agitation or emotional upset
a miniature model of something
a person who makes deceitful pretenses (often used in combination) not genuine but having the appearance of
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a newspaper that is published every day of or belonging to or occurring every day appropriate for ordinary or routine occasions every day; without missing a day gradually and progressively
a short coat an outer wrapping or casing (dentistry) dental appliance consisting of an artificial crown for a broken or decayed tooth the outer skin of a potato the tough metal shell casing for certain kinds of ammunition provide with a thermally non-conducting cover put a jacket on
the removal of covering take away possessions from someone get undressed remove the surface from remove substances from by a percolating liquid lay bare steal goods; take as spoils remove all contents or possession from, or empty completely strip the cured leaves from remove the thread (of screws) remove a constituent from a liquid take off or remove draw the last milk (of cows) remove (someone's or one's own) clothes
the kind and number and arrangement of teeth (collectively) in a person or animal hard bonelike structures in the jaws of vertebrates; used for biting and chewing or for attack and defense something resembling the tooth of an animal toothlike structure in invertebrates found in the mouth or alimentary canal or on a shell a means of enforcement one of a number of uniform projections on a gear
a rate demonstrating an absence of haste or hurry the trait of thoughtfulness in action or decision
a bend or curve, as in a stream or river an aimless amble on a winding course to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course
fine powdery material such as dry earth or pollen that can be blown about in the air the remains of something that has been destroyed or broken up free microscopic particles of solid material remove the dust from rub the dust over a surface so as to blur the outlines of a shape cover with a light dusting of a substance distribute loosely
the excess of revenues over outlays in a given period of time (including depreciation and other non-cash expenses) something won (especially money) the excess of revenues over outlays in a given period of time (including depreciation and other non-cash expenses) the advantageous quality of being beneficial derive a benefit from make a profit; gain money or materially
past due; not paid at the scheduled time
a mercantile establishment for the retail sale of goods or services small workplace where handcrafts or manufacturing are done a course of instruction in a trade (as carpentry or electricity) do one's shopping do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of shop around; not necessarily buying give away information about somebody
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be successful; achieve a goal be in charge of, act on, or dispose of come to terms with watch and direct achieve something by means of trickery or devious methods carry on or function handle effectively
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a ghostly appearing figure something existing in perception only
an appraisal of the value of something act of ascertaining or fixing the value or worth of standing or position on a scale rank in a military organization assign a rank or rating to be worthy of or have a certain rating estimate the value of desert one's party or group of friends, for example, for one's personal advantage employ scabs or strike breakers in take the place of work of someone on strike give (hair) the appearance of being fuller by using a rat catch rats, especially with dogs give away information about somebody
a gait in which steps and hops alternate a mistake resulting from neglect bypass intentionally fail to attend jump lightly leave suddenly bound off one point after another cause to skip over a surface
represent as less significant or important understate the importance or quality of
the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life a human being deep feeling or emotion the human embodiment of something a secular form of gospel that was a major Black musical genre in the 1960s and 1970s
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion a unifying idea that is a recurrent element in literary or artistic work (music) melodic subject of a musical composition an essay (especially one written as an assignment) (linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed provide with a particular theme or motive
moderate in type or degree or effect or force; far from extreme humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness mild and pleasant
a unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters a unit of length used in navigation; exactly 1,852 meters; historically based on the distance spanned by one minute of arc in latitude a large distance a former British unit of length once used in navigation; equivalent to 6,000 feet (1828.8 meters) a former British unit of length equivalent to 6,080 feet (1,853.184 meters); 800 feet longer than a statute mile an ancient Roman unit of length equivalent to 1620 yards a Swedish unit of length equivalent to 10 km a footrace extending one mile
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someone who attacks
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a plant consisting of one or more buildings with facilities for manufacturing Scottish philosopher who expounded Bentham's utilitarianism; father of John Stuart Mill (1773-1836) English philosopher and economist remembered for his interpretations of empiricism and utilitarianism (1806-1873) machinery that processes materials by grinding or crushing the act of grinding to a powder or dust move about in a confused manner grind with a mill produce a ridge around the edge of roll out (metal) with a rolling machine
present in great quantity
intend (something) to move towards a certain goal
a white nutritious liquid secreted by mammals and used as food by human beings produced by mammary glands of female mammals for feeding their young a river that rises in the Rockies in northwestern Montana and flows eastward to become a tributary of the Missouri River any of several nutritive milklike liquids take milk from female mammals exploit as much as possible add milk to
having inner resources; adroit or imaginative
a rough loosely woven fabric originally made with yarn that was spun at home of textiles; having a rough surface characteristic of country life made of cloth spun or woven in the home
stubbornly conservative and narrow-minded
coming next after the twentieth in position
the act of killing yourself a person who kills himself intentionally
be contingent upon (something that is elided) have faith or confidence in
intended to deceive marked by deliberate deceptiveness especially by pretending one set of feelings and acting under the influence of another
not lessened or diminished
something many people believe that is false a kind of imagination that was held by Coleridge to be more casual and superficial than true imagination a predisposition to like something imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind have a fancy or particular liking or desire for
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a practical method or art applied to some particular task skillfulness in the command of fundamentals deriving from practice and familiarity
a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father) the founder of a family `Father' is a term of address for priests in some churches (especially the Roman Catholic Church or the Orthodox Catholic Church); `Padre' is frequently used in the military (Christianity) any of about 70 theologians in the period from the 2nd to the 7th century whose writing established and confirmed official church doctrine; in the Roman Catholic Church some were later declared saints and became Doctor of the Church; the best known Latin Church Fathers are Ambrose, Augustine, Gregory the Great, and Jerome; those who wrote in Greek include Athanasius, Basil, Gregory Nazianzen, and John Chrysostom a person who holds an important or distinguished position in some organization God when considered as the first person in the Trinity a person who founds or establishes some institution the head of an organized crime family make children
fill with distaste cause aversion in; offend the moral sense of highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust
lacking courage or vitality weak in willpower, courage or vitality
a native or inhabitant of Iraq of or relating to Iraq or its people or culture
after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay as the end result of a succession or process the item at the end
disagreeable to the senses, to the mind, or feelings
elastic; rebounds readily marked by lively action
a town in southeastern Virginia (south of Richmond); scene of heavy fighting during the American Civil War the final campaign of the American Civil War (1864-65); Union forces under Grant besieged and finally defeated Confederate forces under Lee
English businessman who created a retail chain (1888-1964) a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance) a distinguishing symbol a reference point to shoot at a visible indication made on a surface the impression created by doing something unusual or extraordinary that people notice and remember a symbol of disgrace or infamy formerly the basic unit of money in Germany Apostle and companion of Saint Peter; assumed to be the author of the second Gospel a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of a written or printed symbol (as for punctuation) a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened) the shortest of the four Gospels in the New Testament an indication of damage a marking that consists of lines that cross each other something that exactly succeeds in achieving its goal attach a tag or label to designate as if by a mark be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense mark by some ceremony or observation make or leave a mark on to accuse or condemn or openly or formally or brand as disgraceful notice or perceive mark with a scar make small marks into the surface of establish as the highest level or best performance make underscoring marks remove from a list put a check mark on or near or next to assign a grade or rank to, according to one's evaluation insert punctuation marks into
undergo or be subjected to undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) experience (emotional) pain put up with something or somebody unpleasant get worse feel pain or be in pain feel physical pain feel unwell or uncomfortable be given to undergo or suffer be set at a disadvantage
a decision to reverse an earlier decision turning in the opposite direction
imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind have a fancy or particular liking or desire for formed or conceived by the imagination
give advice to inform (somebody) of something make a proposal, declare a plan for something
a new branch the act of shooting at targets hit with a missile from a weapon kill by firing a missile fire a shot make a film or photograph of something send forth suddenly, intensely, swiftly run or move very quickly or hastily move quickly and violently throw or propel in a specific direction or towards a specific objective record on photographic film emit (as light, flame, or fumes) suddenly and forcefully cause a sharp and sudden pain in force or drive (a fluid or gas) into by piercing variegate by interweaving weft threads of different colors throw dice, as in a crap game spend frivolously and unwisely score utter fast and forcefully measure the altitude of by using a sextant produce buds, branches, or germinate give an injection to
a lightweight cord stringed instruments that are played with a bow a tightly stretched cord of wire or gut, which makes sound when plucked, struck, or bowed a sequentially ordered set of things or events or ideas in which each successive member is related to the preceding a linear sequence of symbols (characters or words or phrases) a tie consisting of a cord that goes through a seam around an opening a tough piece of fiber in vegetables, meat, or other food (especially the tough fibers connecting the two halves of a bean pod) (cosmology) a hypothetical one-dimensional subatomic particle having a concentration of energy and the dynamic properties of a flexible loop a collection of objects threaded on a single strand a necklace made by a stringing objects together;  thread on or as if on a string add as if on a string move or come along stretch out or arrange like a string string together; tie or fasten with a string remove the stringy parts of provide with strings
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spin,wind, or twist together make by braiding or interlacing do lacework draw through eyes or holes add alcohol to (beverages) closed with a lace edged or streaked with color
a creation (a new device or process) resulting from study and experimentation the creation of something in the mind the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new
the lowest stone in an arch -- from which it springs a cow about to give birth a large spaniel with wavy silky coat usually black or liver and white
using the minimum of time or resources necessary for effectiveness of or relating to an economy, the system of production and management of material wealth avoiding waste
ludicrous, foolish abounding in sap
kill without legal sanction
marked by no noteworthy or significant events
give advice to inform (somebody) of something make a proposal, declare a plan for something having the benefit of careful prior consideration or counsel having received information
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having or showing or expressing reverence for a deity
the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit the act of governing; exercising authority (government) the system or form by which a community or other political unit is governed the study of government of states and other political units
switch (a car's headlights) from a higher to a lower beam become dim or lusterless make dim or lusterless make dim by comparison or conceal become vague or indistinct lacking in light; not bright or harsh lacking clarity or distinctness made dim or less bright offering little or no hope slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity
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engage in carry out or perform an action get (something) done proceed or get along give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity create or design, often in a certain way behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself spend time in prison or in a labor camp carry on or function arrange attractively travel or traverse (a distance)
a small cube with 1 to 6 spots on the six faces; used in gambling to generate random numbers a device used for shaping metal a cutting tool that is fitted into a diestock and used for cutting male (external) screw threads on screws or bolts or pipes or rods pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life suffer or face the pain of death be brought to or as if to the point of death by an intense emotion such as embarrassment, amusement, or shame stop operating or functioning feel indifferent towards languish as with love or desire cut or shape with a die to be on base at the end of an inning, of a player lose sparkle or bouquet disappear or come to an end suffer spiritual death; be damned (in the religious sense)
an involuntary intake of breath through a wide open mouth; usually triggered by fatigue or boredom utter a yawn, as from lack of oxygen or when one is tired be wide open
the site of an archeological exploration an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect a small gouge (as in the cover of a book) the act of digging the act of touching someone suddenly with your finger or elbow turn up, loosen, or remove earth create by digging work hard remove, harvest, or recover by digging thrust down or into remove the inner part or the core of poke or thrust abruptly get the meaning of something
a feeling of strong eagerness (usually in favor of a person or cause) distinctive and stylish elegance enthusiastic and assured vigor and liveliness
dismiss from the mind; stop remembering be unable to remember forget to do something leave behind unintentionally
the act of going from one place to another a movement through space that changes the location of something self-propelled movement change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically undertake a journey or trip make a trip for pleasure travel upon or across undergo transportation as in a vehicle travel from place to place, as for the purpose of finding work, preaching, or acting as a judge
a distinct part that can be specified separately in a group of things that could be enumerated on a list a small part that can be considered separately from the whole a whole individual unit; especially when included in a list or collection an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole an individual instance of a type of symbol (used when listing or enumerating items) also
of or pertaining to a philosophy asserting human dignity and man's capacity for fulfillment through reason and scientific method and often rejecting religion of or pertaining to Renaissance humanism pertaining to or concerned with the humanities marked by humanistic values and devotion to human welfare
the quality of excelling; possessing good qualities in high degree an outstanding feature; something in which something or someone excels
a contorted facial expression contort the face to indicate a certain mental or emotional state
a depression in an otherwise level surface (physics) the angle that a magnetic needle makes with the plane of the horizon a thief who steals from the pockets or purses of others in public places tasty mixture or liquid into which bite-sized foods are dipped a brief immersion a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity a candle that is made by repeated dipping in a pool of wax or tallow a brief swim in water a gymnastic exercise on the parallel bars in which the body is lowered and raised by bending and straightening the arms immerse briefly into a liquid so as to wet, coat, or saturate dip into a liquid while eating go down momentarily stain an object by immersing it in a liquid take a small amount from switch (a car's headlights) from a higher to a lower beam lower briefly appear to move downward slope downwards dip into a liquid place (candle wicks) into hot, liquid wax immerse in a disinfectant solution plunge (one's hand or a receptacle) into a container scoop up by plunging one's hand or a ladle below the surface
a charge of ammunition for a single shot an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs a regular route for a sentry or policeman (often plural) a series of professional calls (usually in a set order) the activity of playing 18 holes of golf the usual activities in your day (sports) a division during which one team is on the offensive the course along which communications spread a serving to each of a group (usually alcoholic) a cut of beef between the rump and the lower leg a partsong in which voices follow each other; one voice starts and others join in one after another until all are singing different parts of the song at the same time an outburst of applause a crosspiece between the legs of a chair any circular or rotating mechanism wind around; move along a circular course make round pronounce with rounded lips attack in speech or writing bring to a highly developed, finished, or refined state express as a round number become round, plump, or shapely having a circular shape (of sounds) full and rich (mathematics) expressed to the nearest integer, ten, hundred, or thousand from beginning to end; throughout
an illustration that is drawn by hand and published in a book, magazine, or newspaper a representation of forms or objects on a surface by means of lines the creation of artistic pictures or diagrams players buy (or are given) chances and prizes are distributed by casting lots act of getting or draining something such as electricity or a liquid from a source the act of moving a load by drawing or pulling cause to move by pulling get or derive make a mark or lines on a surface make, formulate, or derive in the mind bring, take, or pull out of a container or from under a cover represent by making a drawing of, as with a pencil, chalk, etc. on a surface take liquid out of a container or well give a description of select or take in from a given group or region elicit responses, such as objections, criticism, applause, etc. suck in or take (air) move or go steadily or gradually remove (a commodity) from (a supply source) choose at random earn or achieve a base by being walked by the pitcher bring or lead someone to a certain action or condition cause to flow write a legal document or paper engage in drawing move or pull so as to cover or uncover something allow a draft require a specified depth for floating pull (a person) apart with four horses tied to his extremities, so as to execute him cause to move in a certain direction by exerting a force upon, either physically or in an abstract sense take in, also metaphorically direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes thread on or as if on a string stretch back a bowstring (on an archer's bow) pass over, across, or through finish a game with an equal number of points, goals, etc. contract reduce the diameter of (a wire or metal rod) by pulling it through a die steep; pass through a strainer remove the entrails of flatten, stretch, or mold metal or glass, by rolling or by pulling it through a die or by stretching cause to localize at one point
the act of removing hair with a razor remove body hair with a razor cut closely cut the price of cut or remove with or as if with a plane make shavings of or reduce to shavings touch the surface of lightly
lose blood from one's body draw blood get or extort (money or other possessions) from someone be diffused drain of liquid or steam
of or relating to the Olympic Games of the region of Olympia in Greece or its inhabitants
not expected or anticipated
be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event be afraid or scared of; be frightened of be sorry; used to introduce an unpleasant statement be uneasy or apprehensive about regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of
like a clown
a flat plate that controls or directs the flow of fluid or energy be a mystery or bewildering to hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of check the emission of (sound)
method or manner of conduct in relation to others the act of transacting within or between groups (as carrying on commercial activities) act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression take into consideration for exemplifying purposes take action with respect to (someone or something) come to terms with administer or bestow, as in small portions do business; offer for sale as for one's livelihood be in charge of, act on, or dispose of behave in a certain way towards others distribute cards to the players in a game direct the course of; manage or control give out as one's portion or share give (a specific card) to a player sell
wild and menacing
lacking worth or importance not following logically as a consequence
any of numerous relatively small elongated soft-bodied animals especially of the phyla Annelida and Chaetognatha and Nematoda and Nemertea and Platyhelminthes; also many insect larvae a person who has a nasty or unethical character undeserving of respect a software program capable of reproducing itself that can spread from one computer to the next over a network screw thread on a gear with the teeth of a worm wheel or rack to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling)
garment consisting of a folded cloth drawn up between the legs and fastened at the waist; worn by infants to catch excrement a fabric (usually cotton or linen) with a distinctive woven pattern of small repeated figures
active support of an idea or cause etc.; especially the act of pleading or arguing for something
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the act of consuming food take in solid food eat a meal; take a meal take in food; used of animals only worry or cause anxiety in a persistent way use up (resources or materials) cause to deteriorate due to the action of water, air, or an acid
a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena a tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena a belief that can guide behavior
morally degraded unethical or dishonest foul and run-down and repulsive meanly avaricious and mercenary
pretentious or silly talk or writing speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly
the most important league in any sport (especially baseball) a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines; below lieutenant colonel and above captain British statesman who was prime minister from 1990 until 1997 (born in 1943) a university student who is studying a particular field as the principal subject the principal field of study of a student at a university have as one's principal field of study
go sour or spoil make sour or more sour having turned bad
a condition (mostly in boys) characterized by behavioral and learning disorders make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of state or say further bestow a quality on make an addition by combining numbers determine the sum of constitute an addition
United States writer (1870-1902)
used for filling cracks or holes in a surface 100 filler equal 1 forint in Hungary copy to fill space between more important articles in the layout of a magazine or newspaper anything added to fill out a whole the tobacco used to form the core of a cigar
carry out or perform an action perform a function give a performance (of something) get (something) done
a feeling of favorable regard an inclination to approve an advantage to the benefit of someone or something souvenir consisting of a small gift given to a guest at a party an act of gracious kindness treat gently or carefully bestow a privilege upon promote over another consider as the favorite
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the lowest part of the musical range the lowest part in polyphonic music an adult male singer with the lowest voice the lean flesh of a saltwater fish of the family Serranidae any of various North American freshwater fish with lean flesh (especially of the genus Micropterus) the lowest adult male singing voice the member with the lowest range of a family of musical instruments nontechnical name for any of numerous edible marine and freshwater spiny-finned fishes having or denoting a low vocal or instrumental range
reports of the work of a society or learned body etc a chronological account of events in successive years
someone who is under suspicion a person or institution against whom an action is brought in a court of law; the person being sued or accused imagine to be the case or true or probable regard as untrustworthy; regard with suspicion; have no faith or confidence in hold in suspicion; believe to be guilty not as expected
a model or standard for making comparisons
any of several international socialist organizations concerning or belonging to all or at least two or more nations from or between other countries
someone who indulges in excessive sentimentality
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make full, also in a metaphorical sense become full occupy the whole of assume, as of positions or roles fill or meet a want or need appoint someone to (a position or a job) eat until one is sated fill to satisfaction plug with a substance (usually followed by `with' or used as a combining form) generously supplied with of purchase orders that have been filled (of time) taken up
develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience obeying the rules trained mentally or physically by instruction or exercise
a person who is markedly small a legendary creature resembling a tiny old man; lives in the depths of the earth and guards buried treasure a plant or animal that is atypically small make appear small by comparison check the growth of
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any of various trees of the genus Ulmus: important timber or shade trees hard tough wood of an elm tree; used for e.g. implements and furniture
a person who cares for persons or property
an employee who performs clerical work (e.g., keeps records or accounts) a salesperson in a store work as a clerk, as in the legal business
cosmetics applied to the face to improve or change your appearance an event that is substituted for a previously cancelled event the way in which someone or something is composed
a feeling of craving something
a homeless child especially one forsaken or orphaned
the Romance language spoken in France and in countries colonized by France the people of France United States sculptor who created the seated marble figure of Abraham Lincoln in the Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C. (1850-1931) cut (e.g, beans) lengthwise in preparation for cooking of or pertaining to France or the people of France
ignorance (especially of orthodox beliefs) unaware because of a lack of relevant information or knowledge
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a net of transparent fabric with a loose open weave to obscure, or conceal with or as if with a veil make undecipherable or imperceptible by obscuring or concealing
the quality of being fraudulent a misleading falsehood the act of deceiving
a flavored sugar topping used to coat and decorate cakes decorate with frosting provide with a rough or speckled surface or appearance cover with frost damage by frost
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a thin crisp wafer made of flour and water with or without leavening and shortening; unsweetened or semisweet a poor White person in the southern United States a programmer who cracks (gains unauthorized access to) computers, typically to do malicious things firework consisting of a small explosive charge and fuse in a heavy paper casing a party favor consisting of a paper roll (usually containing candy or a small favor) that pops when pulled at both ends informal or slang terms for mentally irregular
time during which some action is awaited the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something) stay in one place and anticipate or expect something wait before acting look forward to the probable occurrence of serve as a waiter or waitress in a restaurant
a (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid private area in a theater or grandstand where a small group can watch the performance the quantity contained in a box a predicament from which a skillful or graceful escape is impossible a rectangular drawing evergreen shrubs or small trees any one of several designated areas on a ball field where the batter or catcher or coaches are positioned the driver's seat on a coach separate partitioned area in a public place for a few people a blow with the hand (usually on the ear) put into a box hit with the fist engage in a boxing match
a youthful male person a friendly informal reference to a grown man a male human offspring (ethnic slur) offensive and disparaging term for Black man
the area in which something exists or lives an outer adjacent area of any place extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle
battle or contend against in or as if in a battle
(used of an ill-mannered child) impolitely unruly
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the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form any property detected by the olfactory system
someone who is so ardently devoted to something that it resembles an addiction someone who is physiologically dependent on a substance; abrupt deprivation of the substance produces withdrawal symptoms to cause (someone or oneself) to become dependent (on something, especially a narcotic drug)
a knot with two loops and loose ends; used to tie shoelaces a slightly curved piece of resilient wood with taut horsehair strands; used in playing certain stringed instruments front part of a vessel or aircraft a weapon for shooting arrows, composed of a curved piece of resilient wood with a taut cord to propel the arrow something curved in shape bending the head or body or knee as a sign of reverence or submission or shame or greeting an appearance by actors or performers at the end of the concert or play in order to acknowledge the applause of the audience a decorative interlacing of ribbons a stroke with a curved piece of wood with taut horsehair strands that is used in playing stringed instruments bend one's knee or body, or lower one's head yield to another's wish or opinion bend the head or the upper part of the body in a gesture of respect or greeting bend one's back forward from the waist on down play on a string instrument with a bow
the act of making some area of land or water more profitable or productive or useful an act that exploits or victimizes someone (treats them unfairly)
bulky food like grass or hay for browsing or grazing horses or cattle the act of searching for food and provisions collect or look around for (food) wander and feed
valuable flesh of fatty fish from shallow waters of northern Atlantic or Pacific; usually salted or pickled commercially important food fish of northern waters of both Atlantic and Pacific
a dull greyish to yellowish or light olive brown lacking in liveliness or charm or surprise lacking brightness or color; dull of a light brownish green color causing dejection
having incalculable monetary, intellectual, or spiritual worth
a former monetary unit in Great Britain a hair style for women and children; a short haircut all around a long racing sled (for 2 or more people) with a steering mechanism a hanging weight, especially a metal ball on a string a small float usually made of cork; attached to a fishing line a short or shortened tail of certain animals a short abrupt inclination (as of the head) move up and down repeatedly ride a bobsled remove or shorten the tail of an animal make a curtsy; usually done only by girls and women; as a sign of respect cut hair in the style of a bob
a disassembled barrel; the parts packed for storage or shipment move or cause to move back and forth move with or as if with a tremor shake or vibrate rapidly and intensively move back and forth or sideways undermine or cause to waver stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of get rid of bring to a specified condition by or as if by shaking shake (a body part) to communicate a greeting, feeling, or cognitive state
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injure the underlying soft tissue or bone of hurt the feelings of break up into small pieces for food preparation damage (plant tissue) by abrasion or pressure
in accordance with truth or fact or reality genuinely; with authority
informal or slang terms for mentally irregular
being of the age 13 through 19
someone who is a detective obscene terms for penis
being of use or service having a useful function
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showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering
and nothing more
(biology) growth anew of lost tissue or destroyed parts or organs feedback in phase with (augmenting) the input the activity of spiritual or physical renewal forming again (especially with improvements or removal of defects); renewing and reconstituting
a small dagger with a tapered blade
opposition between two conflicting forces or ideas (logic) a statement that is necessarily false the speech act of contradicting someone
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a region marking a boundary the limit beyond which something happens or changes a ceremonial or emblematic staff a grass border along a road border on; come close to
a dull persistent (usually moderately intense) pain feel physical pain have a desire for something or someone who is not present be the source of pain
recurring in scattered and irregular or unpredictable instances
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(surgery) tissue or organ transplanted from a donor to a recipient; in some cases the patient can be both donor and recipient an operation moving an organ from one organism (the donor) to another (the recipient) the act of removing something from one location and introducing it in another location lift and reset in another soil or situation be transplantable place the organ of a donor into the body of a recipient transfer from one place or period to another
of or relating to the sympathetic nervous system expressing or feeling or resulting from sympathy or compassion or friendly fellow feelings; disposed toward showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity (of characters in literature or drama) evoking empathic or sympathetic feelings having similar disposition and tastes relating to vibrations that occur as a result of vibrations in a nearby body
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the state of being rich and affluent; having a plentiful supply of material goods and money the quality of profuse abundance an abundance of material possessions and resources property that has economic utility: a monetary value or an exchange value
a professional card player who makes a living by cheating at card games (of something seen or heard) clearly defined ending in a sharp point having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions marked by practical hardheaded intelligence harsh having or emitting a high-pitched and sharp tone or tones extremely steep keenly and painfully felt; as if caused by a sharp edge or point having or made by a thin edge or sharp point; suitable for cutting or piercing (of a musical note) raised in pitch by one chromatic semitone very sudden and in great amount or degree quick and forceful
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a reason for wanting something done Japanese alcoholic beverage made from fermented rice; usually served hot the purpose of achieving or obtaining
a liquid (as water) that flows in drops (as from the eaves of house) the sound of a liquid falling drop by drop fall in drops let or cause to fall in drops extremely wet
an inclination of the top half of the body forward and downward basin for holy water small porch or set of steps at the front entrance of a house bend one's back forward from the waist on down debase oneself morally, act in an undignified, unworthy, or dishonorable way descend swiftly, as if on prey sag, bend, bend over or down carry oneself, often habitually, with head, shoulders, and upper back bent forward
the power of creative imagination the property of being ingenious
an informal form of address for a man a man who is much concerned with his dress and appearance
a republic in western Europe; the largest country wholly in Europe French writer of sophisticated novels and short stories (1844-1924)
an outline or synopsis of a play (or, by extension, of a literary work) a setting for a work of art or literature a postulated sequence of possible events
an officer of a corporation or others who have access to private information about the corporation's operations
stale and unclean smelling old-fashioned and out of date
the act of departing euphemistic expressions for death advancing toward a goal change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically follow a procedure or take a course move away from a place into another direction enter or assume a certain state or condition be awarded; be allotted have a particular form stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point follow a certain course be abolished or discarded be or continue to be in a certain condition make a certain noise or sound perform as expected when applied to be spent or finished progress by being changed continue to live through hardship or adversity pass, fare, or elapse; of a certain state of affairs or action pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life be in the right place or situation be ranked or compare begin or set in motion have a turn; make one's move in a game be contained in be sounded, played, or expressed blend or harmonize lead, extend, or afford access be the right size or shape; fit correctly or as desired go through in search of something; search through someone's belongings in an unauthorized way be spent give support (to) or make a choice (of) one out of a group or number stop operating or functioning in full operation
a mildly windy state of the air a breezy liveliness
display proudly; act ostentatiously or pretentiously
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informal terms for clothing someone who is unsuccessful an explosion that fails to occur an event that fails badly or is totally ineffectual
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the act of inspecting or verifying the latest time for vacating a hotel room a counter in a supermarket where you pay for your purchases
in a condition of biological rest or suspended animation (of e.g. volcanos) not erupting and not extinct lying with head on paws as if sleeping inactive but capable of becoming active
be heavier than weigh more heavily
using or enjoying something jointly with others having in common sharing thoughts and feelings a distribution in shares have in common use jointly or in common have, give, or receive a share of give out as one's portion or share communicate unselfishly willing to share with others
the quality of being near to the true value (mathematics) the number of significant figures given in a number
a projective tests using bilaterally symmetrical inkblots; subjects state what they see in the inkblot
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the trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient affability to your inferiors and temporary disregard for differences of position or rank
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worthy of acceptance or satisfactory judged to be in conformity with approved usage meeting requirements adequate for the purpose
the central area or commercial center of a town or city of or located in the lower part of a town, or in the business center toward or in the lower or central part of town
in a disrespectful and insulting manner in an unfair and insulting manner
(usually followed by `to') naturally disposed toward at risk of or subject to experiencing something usually unpleasant mentally quick and resourceful being of striking appropriateness and pertinence
United States landscape architect who designed the grounds of the White House and the Capitol Building (1815-1852) drink down entirely eat immoderately bring down or defeat (an opponent) shoot at and force to come down cause to come or go down improve or perfect by pruning or polishing
incapable of or resistant to bending incapable of compromise or flexibility incapable of adapting or changing to meet circumstances designating an airship or dirigible having a form maintained by a stiff unyielding frame or structure fixed and unmoving
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to utter a loud clamorous shout utter the characteristic sound of owls
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something use of physical or mental energy; hard work a notable achievement a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end
a Communist who tries to rewrite Marxism to justify a retreat from the revolutionary position
succeed in representing or expressing something intangible attract; cause to be enamored succeed in catching or seizing, especially after a chase bring about the capture of an elementary particle or celestial body and causing it enter a new orbit take possession of by force, as after an invasion capture as if by hunting, snaring, or trapping
a United States dry measure equal to 4 pecks or 2152.42 cubic inches a British imperial capacity measure (liquid or dry) equal to 4 pecks restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken
two-winged insects characterized by active flight flap consisting of a piece of canvas that can be drawn back to provide entrance to a tent an opening in a garment that is closed by a zipper or by buttons concealed under a fold of cloth (baseball) a hit that flies up in the air fisherman's lure consisting of a fishhook decorated to look like an insect travel through the air; be airborne move quickly or suddenly operate an airplane transport by aeroplane cause to fly or float be dispersed or disseminated change quickly from one emotional state to another pass away rapidly travel in an airplane display in the air or cause to float run away quickly travel over (an area of land or sea) in an aircraft hit a fly decrease rapidly and disappear (British informal) not to be deceived or hoodwinked
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an elaborate representation of scenes from history etc; usually involves a parade with rich costumes a rich and spectacular ceremony
the act of moving something from one location to another
stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening refrain from doing something refrain from certain foods or beverages declare invalid
an extravagant comedy in which action is more salient than characterization
a straight line or plane that touches a curve or curved surface at a point but does not intersect it at that point ratio of the opposite to the adjacent side of a right-angled triangle
the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life a human being deep feeling or emotion the human embodiment of something a secular form of gospel that was a major Black musical genre in the 1960s and 1970s
praise, glorify, or honor bestow glory upon elevate or idealize, in allusion to Christ's transfiguration cause to seem more splendid
a deliberate discourteous act (usually as an expression of anger or disapproval) pay no attention to, disrespect
a new appraisal or evaluation an essay or article that gives a critical evaluation (as of a book or play) a subsequent examination of a patient for the purpose of monitoring earlier treatment (accounting) a service (less exhaustive than an audit) that provides some assurance to interested parties as to the reliability of financial data a variety show with topical sketches and songs and dancing and comedians a periodical that publishes critical essays on current affairs or literature or art a summary at the end that repeats the substance of a longer discussion (law) a judicial reexamination of the proceedings of a court (especially by an appellate court) practice intended to polish performance or refresh the memory a formal or official examination look at again; examine again appraise critically hold a review (of troops) refresh one's memory look back upon (a period of time, sequence of events); remember
a pocket-size case for holding papers and paper money
a cocktail made of a liquor (especially whiskey or gin) mixed with lemon or lime juice and sugar the taste experience when vinegar or lemon juice is taken into the mouth the property of being acidic go sour or spoil make sour or more sour smelling of fermentation or staleness having a sharp biting taste one of the four basic taste sensations; like the taste of vinegar or lemons in an unpalatable state inaccurate in pitch showing a brooding ill humor
the phenomenon of resistance to motion through a fluid something that slows or delays progress something tedious and boring clothing that is conventionally worn by the opposite sex (especially women's clothing when worn by a man) a slow inhalation (as of tobacco smoke) the act of dragging (pulling with force) pull, as against a resistance draw slowly or heavily force into some kind of situation, condition, or course of action move slowly and as if with great effort to lag or linger behind suck in or take (air) use a computer mouse to move icons on the screen and select commands from a menu walk without lifting the feet search (as the bottom of a body of water) for something valuable or lost persuade to come away from something attractive or interesting proceed for an extended period of time
interpret romantically make romantic in style act in a romantic way
(biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level (electronics) the production of (semiconductor) crystals by slow crystallization from the molten state pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become become larger, greater, or bigger; expand or gain increase in size by natural process cause to grow or develop develop and reach maturity; undergo maturation come into existence; take on form or shape cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) grow emotionally or mature become attached by or as if by the process of growth relating to or suitable for growth
the act that results in something coming to be an attribute that must be met or complied with and that fits a person for something (usually plural) the components needed for making or doing something engage in give certain properties to something make or cause to be or to become cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally create or manufacture a man-made product make, formulate, or derive in the mind compel or make somebody or something to act in a certain way create by artistic means earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages create or design, often in a certain way to compose or represent:"This wall forms the background of the stage setting" reach a goal, e.g., "make the first team" be or be capable of being changed or made into make by shaping or bringing together constituents perform or carry out make by combining materials and parts change from one form into another act in a certain way so as to acquire charge with a function; charge to be achieve a point or goal reach a destination, either real or abstract institute, enact, or establish carry out or commit form by assembling individuals or constituents organize or be responsible for put in order or neaten head into a specified direction have a bowel movement undergo fabrication or creation be suitable for add up to amount to constitute the essence of appear to begin an activity proceed along a path reach in time gather and light the materials for prepare for eating by applying heat induce to have sex assure the success of represent fictitiously, as in a play, or pretend to be or act like consider as being calculate as being cause to be enjoyable or pleasurable favor the development of develop into behave in a certain way eliminate urine
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reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress succeed in a big way; get to the top
a wound resulting from biting by an animal or a person a small amount of solid food; a mouthful a painful wound caused by the thrust of an insect's stinger into skin a light informal meal (angling) an instance of a fish taking the bait wit having a sharp and caustic quality a strong odor or taste property the act of gripping or chewing off with the teeth and jaws a portion removed from the whole to grip, cut off, or tear with or as if with the teeth or jaws cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort penetrate or cut, as with a knife deliver a sting to
someone who bites
produce in excess; produce more than needed or wanted produce in excess
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an assertion of a right (as to money or property) an assertion that something is true or factual demand for something as rightful or due an informal right to something an established or recognized right a demand especially in the phrase "the call of duty" assert or affirm strongly; state to be true or existing demand as being one's due or property; assert one's right or title to ask for legally or make a legal claim to, as of debts, for example lay claim to; as of an idea take as an undesirable consequence of some event or state of affairs
someone deranged and possibly dangerous affected with madness or insanity foolish; totally unsound possessed by inordinate excitement bizarre or fantastic intensely enthusiastic about or preoccupied with
a severe or trying experience a primitive method of determining a person's guilt or innocence by subjecting the accused person to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under divine control; escape was usually taken as a sign of innocence
annoyed and irritable
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make a prediction about; tell in advance indicate by signs
make a concoction (of) by mixing prepare or cook by mixing ingredients invent devise or invent
an event in which one thing is substituted for another the act of changing the arrangement of a given number of elements complete change in character or condition act of changing the lineal order of objects in a group
mistake one thing for another be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly cause to feel embarrassment assemble without order or sense make unclear, indistinct, or blurred perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment lacking orderly continuity having lost your bearings; confused as to time or place or personal identity thrown into a state of disarray or confusion mentally confused; unable to think with clarity or act intelligently
an active and efficient cause; capable of producing a certain effect a representative who acts on behalf of other persons or organizations a substance that exerts some force or effect a businessman who buys or sells for another in exchange for a commission any agent or representative of a federal agency or bureau the semantic role of the animate entity that instigates or causes the happening denoted by the verb in the clause
make concrete and real represent in bodily form
a small part of something intended as representative of the whole items selected at random from a population and used to test hypotheses about the population all or part of a natural object that is collected and preserved as an example of its class take a sample of
in such a manner as to make something clearly evident
extravagant elaborateness
strike against forcefully strike violently and repeatedly make a dent or impression in damaged by blows or hard usage damaged especially by hard usage exhibiting symptoms resulting from repeated physical and emotional injury
make concrete and real represent in bodily form
confused movement the shape of something rotating rapidly a usually brief attempt the act of rotating rapidly turn in a twisting or spinning motion cause to spin flow in a circular current, of liquids revolve quickly and repeatedly around one's own axis fly around
a stupid incompetent person
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a light shade of red any of various flowers of plants of the genus Dianthus cultivated for their fragrant flowers a person with mildly leftist political views make light, repeated taps on a surface sound like a car engine that is firing too early cut in a zigzag pattern with pinking shears, in sewing of a light shade of red
a low vibrating sound typical of a contented cat make a soft swishing sound indicate pleasure by purring; characteristic of cats
grow and flourish
declare or make legally valid prove valid; show or confirm the validity of something give evidence for make valid or confirm the validity of declared or made legally valid
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grievously affected especially by disease (used in combination) affected by something overwhelming put out of action (by illness)
marked by blithe unconcern
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to bring or combine together or with something else get involved or mixed-up with be all mixed up or jumbled together
a coniferous tree straight-grained durable and often resinous white to yellowish timber of any of numerous trees of the genus Pinus have a desire for something or someone who is not present
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travel by getting free rides from motorists look through a book or other written material feel or handle with the fingers
unstratified soil deposited by a glacier; consists of sand and clay and gravel and boulders mixed together a treasury for government funds a strongbox for holding cash work land as by ploughing, harrowing, and manuring, in order to make it ready for cultivation
first day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians United States evangelist (1862-1935)
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a cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard
sports equipment that is worn on the feet to enable the wearer to glide along and to be propelled by the alternate actions of the legs large edible rays having a long snout and thick tail with pectoral fins continuous with the head; swim by undulating the edges of the pectoral fins move along on skates
a small piece of cloth or paper
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showing lack of due respect or veneration characterized by a lightly pert and exuberant quality not revering god
the act of persuading (or attempting to persuade); communication intended to induce belief or action a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
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a British imperial capacity measure (liquid or dry) equal to 4 gills or 568.26 cubic centimeters a United States dry unit equal to 0.5 quart or 33.6 cubic inches a United States liquid unit equal to 16 fluid ounces; two pints equal one quart
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a diagrammatic representation of the earth's surface (or part of it) (mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of another set (the range of the function) make a map of; show or establish the features of details of explore or survey for the purpose of making a map locate within a specific region of a chromosome in relation to known DNA or gene sequences plan, delineate, or arrange in detail depict as if on a map to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets)
stay the same; remain in a certain state stay put (in a certain place); we are not moving to Cincinnati" dwell continue in a place, position, or situation remain behind stop or halt stay behind hang on during a trial of endurance stop a judicial process fasten with stays overcome or allay
the month following February and preceding April a mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something (especially on a person's body) make imperfect destroy or injure severely
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a thick flat pad used as a floor covering mounting consisting of a border or background for a picture sports equipment consisting of a piece of thick padding on the floor for gymnastic sports a mass that is densely tangled or interwoven a master's degree in teaching the property of having little or no contrast; lacking highlights or gloss a small pad of material that is used to protect surface from an object placed on it twist together or entwine into a confusing mass change texture so as to become matted and felt-like not reflecting light; not glossy
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the month following April and preceding June thorny Eurasian shrub of small tree having dense clusters of white to scarlet flowers followed by deep red berries; established as an escape in eastern North America
street names for gamma hydroxybutyrate
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any federal law-enforcement officer the central bank of the United States; incorporates 12 Federal Reserve branch banks and all national banks and state-chartered commercial banks and some trust companies provide as food give food to feed into; supply introduce continuously support or promote take in food; used of animals only serve as food for; be the food for move along, of liquids profit from in an exploitatory manner gratify provide with fertilizers or add nutrients to
worthy of high praise
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a square piece of cloth used for wiping the eyes or nose or as a costume accessory a square piece of cloth used for wiping the eyes or nose or as a costume accessory
a low continuous indistinct sound; often accompanied by movement of the lips without the production of articulate speech a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone talk indistinctly; usually in a low voice make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath
make or work out a plan for; devise plan something for a specific role or purpose or effect create the design for; create or execute in an artistic or highly skilled manner make a design of; plan out in systematic, often graphic form create designs conceive or fashion in the mind; invent intend or have as a purpose done or made or performed with purpose and intent
a state of deeply felt distress or sorrow a quality that arouses emotions (especially pity or sorrow)
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a long narrow passage (as in a cave or woods) passageway between seating areas as in an auditorium or passenger vehicle or between areas of shelves of goods as in stores part of a church divided laterally from the nave proper by rows of pillars or columns
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an informal term for a youth or man an effigy of Guy Fawkes that is burned on a bonfire on Guy Fawkes Day a cable, wire, or rope that is used to brace something (especially a tent) subject to laughter or ridicule steady or support with a guy wire or cable
pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become become larger, greater, or bigger; expand or gain increase in size by natural process cause to grow or develop develop and reach maturity; undergo maturation come into existence; take on form or shape cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) grow emotionally or mature become attached by or as if by the process of growth
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman) someone who serves in the armed forces; a member of a military force the generic use of the word to refer to any human being any living or extinct member of the family Hominidae characterized by superior intelligence, articulate speech, and erect carriage a male subordinate an adult male person who has a manly character (virile and courageous competent) a manservant who acts as a personal attendant to his employer a male person who plays a significant role (husband or lover or boyfriend) in the life of a particular woman one of the British Isles in the Irish Sea game equipment consisting of an object used in playing certain board games all of the living human inhabitants of the earth take charge of a certain job; occupy a certain work place provide with workers
aimlessly drifting continually changing especially as from one abode or occupation to another
poisonous drug derived from an Eurasian plant of the genus Conium large branching biennial herb native to Eurasia and Africa and adventive in North America having large fernlike leaves and white flowers; usually found in damp habitats; all parts extremely poisonous soft coarse splintery wood of a hemlock tree especially the western hemlock an evergreen tree
the line that appears to bound an object a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory a schematic or preliminary plan describe roughly or briefly or give the main points or summary of draw up an outline or sketch for something trace the shape of
English writer and lexicographer (1709-1784) 36th President of the United States; was elected vice president and succeeded Kennedy when Kennedy was assassinated (1908-1973) 17th President of the United States; was elected vice president and succeeded Lincoln when Lincoln was assassinated; was impeached but acquitted by one vote (1808-1875)
(Judaism) an eight-day Jewish holiday commemorating the rededication of the Temple of Jerusalem in 165 BC
arrived at without due care or effort; lacking depth performing adroitly and without effort expressing yourself readily, clearly, effectively
by chance
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someone who exterminates (especially someone whose occupation is the extermination of troublesome rodents and insects)
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the 17th letter of the Roman alphabet
a small waterfall or series of small waterfalls a succession of stages or operations or processes or units a sudden downpour (as of tears or sparks etc) likened to a rain shower rush down in big quantities, like a cascade arrange (open windows) on a computer desktop so that they overlap each other, with the title bars visible
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someone who causes the death of a person or animal the causal agent resulting in death a difficulty that is hard to deal with predatory black-and-white toothed whale with large dorsal fin; common in cold seas
a correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or convicted persons serving a sentence) lock up or confine, in or as in a jail
suggestive of youth; vigorous and fresh
a native or inhabitant of Africa of or relating to the nations of Africa or their peoples
an indication of radiant light drawn around the head of a saint a toroidal shape a circle of light around the sun or moon
a garment size for a tall person great in vertical dimension; high in stature lofty in style impressively difficult too improbable to admit of belief
an embarrassing mistake make a mess of, destroy or ruin spoil by behaving clumsily or foolishly
an exchange of ideas via conversation discussion; (`talk about' is a less formal alternative for `discussion of') the act of giving a talk to an audience a speech that is open to the public idle gossip or rumor exchange thoughts; talk with express in speech use language reveal information divulge confidential information or secrets deliver a lecture or talk
formulation of the plans and important details a framework that supports and protects a picture or a mirror enclose in or as if in a frame enclose in a frame, as of a picture take or catch as if in a snare or trap formulate in a particular style or language make up plans or basic details for construct by fitting or uniting parts together
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attractive especially by means of smallness or prettiness or quaintness obviously contrived to charm
make lively
a particular situation footwear shaped to fit the foot (below the ankle) with a flexible upper of leather or plastic and a sole and heel of heavier material (card games) a case from which playing cards are dealt one at a time U-shaped plate nailed to underside of horse's hoof a restraint provided when the brake linings are moved hydraulically against the brake drum to retard the wheel's rotation furnish with shoes
someone who markets merchandise a person with authority to allot or deal out or apportion a company that markets merchandise electrical device that distributes voltage to the spark plugs of a gasoline engine in the order of the firing sequence
the speech act of making something evident
indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively be oriented direct into a position for use direct the course; determine the direction of travelling be a signal for or a symptom of sail close to the wind mark (Hebrew words) with diacritics mark with diacritics mark (a psalm text) to indicate the points at which the music changes be positionable in a specified manner intend (something) to move towards a certain goal indicate the presence of (game) by standing and pointing with the muzzle give a point to repair the joints of bricks having a point direct and obvious in meaning or reference; often unpleasant
inclined to shake as from weakness or defect vibrating slightly and irregularly; as e.g. with fear or cold or like the leaves of an aspen in a breeze not secure; beset with difficulties
a specific feeling of desire hope for; have a wish prefer or wish to do something make or express a wish feel or express a desire or hope concerning the future or fortune of order politely; express a wish for invoke upon
make happy or satisfied yield (to); give satisfaction to pleasing to the mind or feeling affording satisfaction or pleasure
that which is perceived or known or inferred to have its own distinct existence (living or nonliving)
the quality or attribute of being firm and steadfast a stable order (especially of society) the quality of being enduring and free from change or variation
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a moral maxim judgments about another person's morality
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the text of a popular song or musical-comedy number a short poem of songlike quality write lyrics for (a song) expressing deep emotion used of a singer or singing voice that is light in volume and modest in range relating to or being musical drama of or relating to a category of poetry that expresses emotion (often in a songlike way)
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the property of sound that varies with variation in the frequency of vibration (baseball) the act of throwing a baseball by a pitcher to a batter a vendor's position (especially on the sidewalk) promotion by means of an argument and demonstration degree of deviation from a horizontal plane any of various dark heavy viscid substances obtained as a residue a high approach shot in golf an all-fours game in which the first card led is a trump abrupt up-and-down motion (as caused by a ship or other conveyance) the action or manner of throwing something throw or toss with a light motion move abruptly fall or plunge forward set to a certain pitch sell or offer for sale from place to place be at an angle heel over erect and fasten throw or hurl from the mound to the batter, as in baseball hit (a golf ball) in a high arc with a backspin lead (a card) and establish the trump suit set the level or character of
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a behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual a deliberate pretense or exaggerated display
get or find back; recover the use of get over an illness or shock regain a former condition after a financial loss regain or make up for reuse (materials from waste products) cover anew
smear with blood, as in a hunting initiation rite, where the face of a person is smeared with the blood of the kill of unmixed ancestry
indicate pain, discomfort, or displeasure
a person trained to compete in sports a support for the genitals worn by men engaging in strenuous exercise
give free rein to yield (to); give satisfaction to enjoy to excess treat with excessive indulgence
a native or resident of Texas of or relating to or characteristic of Texas or its residents
the force of policemen and officers maintain the security of by carrying out a patrol
express gratitude or show appreciation to
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excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of be on the mind of be of importance or consequence arousing or holding the attention
destroy property or hinder normal operations hollow out as if making a cave or opening
include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory
divide or connect with a hyphen
man with strong sexual desires one of a class of woodland deities; attendant on Bacchus; identified with Roman fauns
a female domestic an unmarried girl (especially a virgin)
someone who goes to see movies
a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group a line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government written contract or certificate of insurance
the bags of letters and packages that are transported by the postal service the system whereby messages are transmitted via the post office a conveyance that transports the letters and packages that are conveyed by the postal system any particular collection of letters or packages that is delivered (Middle Ages) flexible armor made of interlinked metal rings send via the postal service cause to be directed or transmitted to another place
any very large body of (salt) water a principal pipe in a system that distributes water or gas or electricity or that collects sewage most important element (of a clause) capable of standing syntactically alone as a complete sentence of force; of the greatest possible intensity
destroy property or hinder normal operations hollow out as if making a cave or opening
so as to be easily understood or seen through so as to allow the passage of light
consistent with fact or reality; not false accurately placed or thrown devoted (sometimes fanatically) to a cause or concept or truth expressing or given to expressing the truth conforming to definitive criteria worthy of being depended on not pretended; sincerely felt or expressed rightly so called determined with reference to the earth's axis rather than the magnetic poles having a legally established claim in tune; accurate in pitch accurately fitted; level
communicate electronically on the computer
fit snugly into make a tuck or several folds in draw together into folds or puckers having tucked or being tucked
a way of regarding situations or topics etc. the visual percept of a region the act of looking or seeing or observing the range of the eye a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty a message expressing a belief about something; the expression of a belief that is held with confidence but not substantiated by positive knowledge or proof purpose; the phrase `with a view to' means `with the intention of' or `for the purpose of' graphic art consisting of the graphic or photographic representation of a visual percept the range of interest or activity that can be anticipated outward appearance deem to be look at carefully; study mentally see or watch
an instinctive motive a sudden desire the electrical discharge that travels along a nerve fiber (electronics) a sharp transient wave in the normal electrical state (or a series of such transients) the act of applying force suddenly an impelling force or strength
make short successive sounds shake and cause to make a rattling noise thrown into a state of agitated confusion; (`rattled' is an informal term)
someone who causes the death of a person or animal the causal agent resulting in death a difficulty that is hard to deal with predatory black-and-white toothed whale with large dorsal fin; common in cold seas
full of or expressing deep emotion
a native or resident of Oklahoma comparatives of `soon' or `early' more readily or willingly
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attract; cause to be enamored
a midday meal take the midday meal provide a midday meal for
the event of something coming in contact with the body the act of putting two things together with no space between them make physical contact with, come in contact with perceive via the tactile sense affect emotionally be relevant to be in direct physical contact with; make contact have an effect upon deal with; usually used with a form of negation cause to be in brief contact with to extend as far as be equal to in quality or ability tamper with make a more or less disguised reference to comprehend consume color lightly arousing affect
match badly; match two objects or people that do not go together either not matched or unsuitably matched (of a contest or contestants) not fairly matched as opponents
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a will to succeed a cherished desire a manner of articulation involving an audible release of breath the act of inhaling; the drawing in of air (or other gases) as in breathing
showing sorrow
foolish or senseless behavior
cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly thwart the passage of end or extinguish by forceful means be fatal be the source of great pain for overwhelm with hilarity, pleasure, or admiration hit with so much force as to make a return impossible, in racket games hit with great force deprive of life cause the death of, without intention drink down entirely mark for deletion, rub off, or erase tire out completely cause to cease operating destroy a vitally essential quality of or in
act of improving by expanding or enlarging or refining a process in which something passes by degrees to a different stage (especially a more advanced or mature stage) (biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level a recent event that has some relevance for the present situation the act of making some area of land or water more profitable or productive or useful a district that has been developed to serve some purpose a state in which things are improving; the result of developing (as in the early part of a game of chess) processing a photosensitive material in order to make an image visible (music) the section of a composition or movement (especially in sonata form) where the major musical themes are developed and elaborated
a temporary police force have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill have ownership or possession of enter into and control, as of emotions or ideas
(used of boats) inclined to heel over easily under sail easily irritated or annoyed
expressing or given to expressing the truth conforming to truth
the context and environment in which something is set the state of the environment in which a situation exists arrangement of scenery and properties to represent the place where a play or movie is enacted the set of facts or circumstances that surround a situation or event the physical position of something a table service for one person a mounting consisting of a piece of metal (as in a ring or other jewelry) that holds a gem in place
marked by lack of attention or consideration or forethought or thoroughness; not careful effortless and unstudied (usually followed by `of') without due thought or consideration
the shore of a sea or ocean
a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter material consisting of the aggregate of minerals like those making up the Earth's crust United States gynecologist and devout Catholic who conducted the first clinical trials of the oral contraceptive pill (1890-1984) (figurative) someone who is strong and stable and dependable hard bright-colored stick candy (typically flavored with peppermint) a genre of popular music originating in the 1950s; a blend of black rhythm-and-blues with white country-and-western pitching dangerously to one side move back and forth or sideways cause to move back and forth
a short moral story (often with animal characters) (New Testament) any of the stories told by Jesus to convey his religious message
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discover the location of; determine the place of; find by searching or examining determine or indicate the place, site, or limits of, as if by an instrument or by a survey assign a location to take up residence and become established
a performer who juggles objects and performs tricks of manual dexterity
give equal rights to; of women and minorities grant freedom to; free from confinement grant freedom to release (gas or energy) as a result of a chemical reaction or physical decomposition
the country where you were born
a strip of pleated material used as a decoration or a trim a high tight collar a noisy fight stir up (water) so as to form ripples trouble or vex to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others discompose twitch or flutter mix so as to make a random order or arrangement erect or fluff up disturb the smoothness of pleat or gather into a ruffle
the state of being more than full the quality of being so overabundant that prices fall eating until excessively full supply or feed to surfeit indulge (one's appetite) to satiety
recording a person's behavior and analyzing psychological characteristics in order to predict or assess their ability in a certain sphere or to identify a particular group of people write about represent in profile, by drawing or painting
a female singer the highest female voice; the voice of a boy before puberty the pitch range of the highest female voice
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socialization through training and education to develop one's mind or manners (agriculture) production of food by preparing the land to grow crops (especially on a large scale) a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality the process of fostering the growth of something the act of raising or growing plants (especially on a large scale)
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dangerously unstable and unpredictable tending to betray; especially having a treacherous character as attributed to the Carthaginians by the Romans
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a large formal assembly something regarded as a normative example (diplomacy) an international agreement orthodoxy as a consequence of being conventional the act of convening
to an ample degree or in an ample manner in a rich manner in a rich and lavish manner
open the lock of set free or release become unlocked
a public declaration of intentions (as issued by a political party or government)
an address of a religious nature (usually delivered during a church service) a moralistic rebuke deliver a sermon speak, plead, or argue in favor of
remote in manner in an aloof manner
a young woman a youthful female person a female human offspring a girl or young woman with whom a man is romantically involved a friendly informal reference to a grown woman
the time period between dawn and noon a conventional expression of greeting or farewell the first light of day the earliest period
a statement that represents something in words the act of describing something sort or variety
a nation in northern North America; the French were the first Europeans to settle in mainland Canada
come out into view, as from concealment come out of become known or apparent come up to the surface of or rise happen or occur as a result of something
English film actress who later became a member of British Parliament (born in 1936) United States singer who began singing with his four brothers and later became a highly successful star during the 1980s (born in 1958) United States singer who did much to popularize gospel music (1911-1972) United States civil rights leader who led a national campaign against racial discrimination and ran for presidential nomination (born in 1941) United States writer of romantic novels about the unjust treatment of Native Americans (1830-1885) general in the Confederate Army during the American Civil War whose troops at the first Battle of Bull Run stood like a stone wall (1824-1863) 7th president of the US; successfully defended New Orleans from the British in 1815; expanded the power of the presidency (1767-1845) a town in western Wyoming a town in western Tennessee capital of the state of Mississippi on the Pearl River a town in south central Michigan
a link or loop or knot made by an implement in knitting, crocheting, embroidery, or sewing a sharp spasm of pain in the side resulting from running fasten by sewing; do needlework
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a policy of intervening in the affairs of other countries the act of hindering or obstructing or impeding electrical or acoustic activity that can disturb communication (American football) blocking a player's path with your body any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome
the principal dish of a meal the right to enter something that provides access (to get in or get out) the act of entering
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a person who is not very bright lacking or marked by lack of intellectual acuity in a state of mental numbness especially as resulting from shock lacking intelligence
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come out into view, as from concealment come out of become known or apparent come up to the surface of or rise happen or occur as a result of something
lessen the strength of become weaker destroy property or hinder normal operations reduce the level or intensity or size or scope of lessen in force or effect impaired by diminution made weak or weaker reduced in strength mixed with water damaged inanimate objects or their value
an insulating layer of fat under the skin of whales and other large marine mammals; used as a source of oil excess bodily weight cry or whine with snuffling utter while crying
judgment based on observable phenomena and uninfluenced by emotions or personal prejudices
make right or correct make reparations or amends for censure severely adjust for punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience go down in value alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard treat a defect free from error; especially conforming to fact or truth socially right or correct in accord with accepted standards of usage or procedure correct in opinion or judgment
freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities a binding commitment to do or give or refrain from something a statement intended to inspire confidence a British term for some kinds of insurance
the largest city in North Carolina; located in south central North Carolina a mold lined with cake or crumbs and filled with fruit or whipped cream or custard
a crude uncouth ill-bred person lacking culture or refinement one of the Teutonic people who invaded the Roman Empire in the 3rd to 5th centuries
(comparative and superlative of `early') more early than; most early at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time being or occurring at an early stage of development belonging to the distant past very young of an early stage in the development of a language or literature expected in the near future earlier in time; previously comparatives of `soon' or `early' before now
an imaginary creature usually having various human and animal parts someone or something that is abnormally large and powerful a person or animal that is markedly unusual or deformed a cruel wicked and inhuman person (medicine) a grossly malformed and usually nonviable fetus
(of a person) possessing physical strength and weight; rugged and powerful of considerable weight and size large in amount or extent or degree
the act of positioning close together (or side by side) a side-by-side position
draw back, as with fear or pain come back to the originator of an action with an undesired effect spring back; spring away from an impact spring back, as from a forceful thrust
separate the limbs from the body divide into pieces
apparatus used to communicate at a distance over a wire (usually in Morse code) send cables, wires, or telegrams
United States literary critic and historian (1886-1963) a natural stream of water smaller than a river (and often a tributary of a river) put up with something or somebody unpleasant
(military) a secret agent hired by a state to obtain information about its enemies or by a business to obtain industrial secrets from competitors a secret watcher; someone who secretly watches other people catch sight of watch, observe, or inquire secretly catch sight of; to perceive with the eyes secretly collect sensitive or classified information; engage in espionage
a person who groans
a state in the western United States on the Pacific; the 3rd largest state; known for earthquakes
request urgently and forcefully require as useful, just, or proper claim as due or just lay legal claim to summon to court ask to be informed of requiring more than usually expected or thought due; especially great patience and effort and skill
United States jurist and chief justice of the United States Supreme Court (1833-1910) United States architect who invented the geodesic dome (1895-1983) a workman who fulls (cleans and thickens) freshly woven cloth for a living containing as much or as many as is possible or normal constituting the full quantity or extent; complete complete in extent or degree and in every particular filled to satisfaction with food or drink (of sound) having marked deepness and body having the normally expected amount being at a peak or culminating point having ample fabric
catch sight of watch, observe, or inquire secretly catch sight of; to perceive with the eyes secretly collect sensitive or classified information; engage in espionage
any elderly pompous reactionary ultranationalistic person (after the cartoon character created by Sir David Low) a small nonrigid airship used for observation or as a barrage balloon
wild goose having white adult plumage
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a light piece of music for piano something of little value or significance a table game in which short cues are used to knock balls into holes that are guarded by wooden pegs; penalties are incurred if the pegs are knocked over
not established by conditioning or learning being talented through inherited qualities present at birth but not necessarily hereditary; acquired during fetal development
a movement forward a change for the better; progress in development a tentative suggestion designed to elicit the reactions of others the act of moving forward (as toward a goal) an amount paid before it is earned increase in price or value move forward, also in the metaphorical sense bring forward for consideration or acceptance increase or raise contribute to the progress or growth of cause to move forward obtain advantages, such as points, etc. develop in a positive way develop further give a promotion to or assign to a higher position pay in advance move forward rise in rate or price being ahead of time or need situated ahead or going before
characterized by fantastic imagery and incongruous juxtapositions
a systematic means of communicating by the use of sounds or conventional symbols (language) communication by word of mouth the text of a popular song or musical-comedy number the cognitive processes involved in producing and understanding linguistic communication the mental faculty or power of vocal communication a system of words used to name things in a particular discipline
a kind of heavy jacket (`windcheater' is a British term)
a Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Christ; a quarter day in England, Wales, and Ireland
a special situation an action a special abstraction an artifact an event a vaguely specified concern a statement regarded as an object an entity that is not named specifically any attribute or quality considered as having its own existence a special objective a persistent illogical feeling of desire or aversion a separate and self-contained entity
offensively malodorous (of jazz) having the soulful feeling of early blues stylish and modern in an unconventional way in a state of cowardly fright
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marked by lack of definite plan or regularity or purpose; jumping from one thing to another
lacking fresh air excessively conventional and unimaginative and hence dull affected with a sensation of stoppage or obstruction
(Islam) a Muslim place of worship that usually has a minaret
an instance of deliberate thinking judge or regard; look upon; judge expect, believe, or suppose use or exercise the mind or one's power of reason in order to make inferences, decisions, or arrive at a solution or judgments recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection imagine or visualize focus one's attention on a certain state have in mind as a purpose decide by pondering, reasoning, or reflecting ponder; reflect on, or reason about dispose the mind in a certain way have or formulate in the mind be capable of conscious thought bring into a given condition by mental preoccupation
do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of be a regular or frequent visitor to a certain place coming at short intervals or habitually frequently encountered; 
the first or highest in an ordering or series the first element in a countable series the time at which something is supposed to begin the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed at first of the bases in the infield (counting counterclockwise from home plate) an honours degree of the highest class the lowest forward gear ratio in the gear box of a motor vehicle; used to start a car moving preceding all others in time or space or degree indicating the beginning unit in a series serving to set in motion serving to begin ranking above all others highest in pitch or chief among parts or voices or instruments or orchestra sections before anything else the initial time before another in time, space, or importance prominently forward
being or from or characteristic of another place or part of the world strikingly strange or unusual
a solid food prepared from the pressed curd of milk erect or decumbent Old World perennial with axillary clusters of rosy-purple flowers; introduced in United States used in the imperative (get away, or stop it) wind onto a cheese
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any artifact (such as books or furniture or art) that is distinctive of America
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the main tower within the walls of a medieval castle or fortress a dark cell (usually underground) where prisoners can be confined
(Old Testament) the second wife of Jacob and mother of Joseph and Benjamin
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a small sponge cake with a synthetic cream filling
abstaining from food abstain from certain foods, as for religious or medical reasons abstain from eating acting or moving or capable of acting or moving quickly (used of timepieces) indicating a time ahead of or later than the correct time at a rapid tempo (of surfaces) conducive to rapid speeds resistant to destruction or fading unrestrained by convention or morality hurried and brief securely fixed in place unwavering in devotion to friend or vow or cause (of a photographic lens or emulsion) causing a shortening of exposure time quickly or rapidly (often used as a combining form) firmly or closely
hang freely cause to be held in suspension in a fluid bar temporarily; from school, office, etc. stop a process or a habit by imposing a freeze on it make inoperative or stop render temporarily ineffective (of undissolved particles in a fluid) supported or kept from sinking or falling by buoyancy and without apparent attachment
the quality of being specific rather than general the quality of being specific to a particular organism
the act of carrying something move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body have with oneself; have on one's person transmit or serve as the medium for transmission serve as a means for expressing something bear or be able to bear the weight, pressure,or responsibility of support or hold in a certain manner contain or hold; have within extend to a certain degree continue or extend be necessarily associated with or result in or involve win in an election include, as on a list behave in a certain manner have on hand include as the content; broadcast or publicize propel, "Carry the ball" pass on a communication have as an inherent or characteristic feature or have as a consequence be conveyed over a certain distance keep up with financial support have or possess something abstract be equipped with (a mast or sail) win approval or support for compensate for a weaker partner or member by one's own performance take further or advance have on the surface or on the skin capture after a fight transfer (entries) from one account book to another transfer (a number, cipher, or remainder) to the next column or unit's place before or after, in addition or multiplication pursue a line of scent or be a bearer bear (a crop) propel or give impetus to drink alcohol without showing ill effects be able to feed have a certain range cover a certain distance or advance beyond secure the passage or adoption (of bills and motions) be successful in sing or play against other voices or parts be pregnant with
intended to deceive
the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause the subjective sensation of hearing something mechanical vibrations transmitted by an elastic medium the sudden occurrence of an audible event the audible part of a transmitted signal (phonetics) an individual sound unit of speech without concern as to whether or not it is a phoneme of some language a narrow channel of the sea joining two larger bodies of water a large ocean inlet or deep bay appear in a certain way make a certain noise or sound give off a certain sound or sounds announce by means of a sound utter with vibrating vocal chords cause to sound measure the depth of (a body of water) with a sounding line
an independent state within the British Commonwealth located on the Fiji Islands
of very poor quality; flimsy
be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity
determine the essential quality of give a definition for the meaning of a word determine the nature of show the form or outline of decide upon or fix definitely clearly characterized or delimited showing clearly the outline or profile or boundary
a small amount or duration limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent (quantifier used with mass nouns) small in quantity or degree; not much or almost none or (with `a') at least some (of children and animals) young, immature (informal) small and of little importance (of a voice) faint low in stature; not tall lowercase small in a way that arouses feelings (of tenderness or its opposite depending on the context) not much
a part that goes over or into the mouth of a person an acoustic device; the part of a telephone into which a person speaks a spokesperson (as a lawyer) (especially boxing) equipment that protects an athlete's mouth the tube of a pipe or cigarette holder that a smoker holds in the mouth the aperture of a wind instrument into which the player blows directly
the complex of all the attributes--behavioral, temperamental, emotional and mental--that characterize a unique individual a person of considerable prominence
an advocate of anarchism
(of liquids) clouded as with sediment dark or gloomy
a person (such as an author) of enduring fame any supernatural being worshipped as controlling some part of the world or some aspect of life or who is the personification of a force
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a person afflicted with psychosis characteristic of or suffering from psychosis
a large entrance or reception room or area the people who support some common cause or business or principle or sectional interest a group of people who try actively to influence legislation detain in conversation by or as if by holding on to the outer garments of; as for political or economic favors
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in a spectacular manner
any dangerous departure from the teachings of Marx a moderate evolutionary form of Marxism
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the utterance of intelligible speech delivering an address to a public audience express in speech exchange thoughts; talk with use language give a speech to make a characteristic or natural sound capable of or involving speech or speaking
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(Britain) a celebratory reunion feast or entertainment held a college tastelessly showy (used especially of clothes) marked by conspicuous display
opinion or judgment the organ of sight good discernment (either visually or as if visually) attention to what is seen an area that is approximately central within some larger region a small hole or loop (as in a needle) look at
being or relating to or bearing the name of an eponym
the warmest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the summer solstice to the autumnal equinox
according to what has been alleged
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lacking companions or companionship marked by dejection from being alone characterized by or preferring solitude devoid of creatures
with few mistakes strictly correctly
message that is transmitted by radio or television a radio or television show broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television sow over a wide area, especially by hand cause to become widely known
something that follows something else a part added to a book or play that continues and extends it
look at having an eye or eyes or eyelike feature especially as specified; often used in combination
thick end of the handle the part of a plant from which the roots spring or the part of a stalk or trunk nearest the roots a victim of ridicule or pranks the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on sports equipment consisting of an object set up for a marksman or archer to aim at finely ground tobacco wrapped in paper; for smoking a joint made by fastening ends together without overlapping a large cask (especially one holding a volume equivalent to 2 hogsheads or 126 gallons) the small unused part of something (especially the end of a cigarette that is left after smoking) lie adjacent to another or share a boundary to strike, thrust or shove against place end to end without overlapping
severely simple of a stern or strict bearing or demeanor; forbidding in aspect practicing great self-denial
in a symbolic manner by means of symbols
become glassy; lose clear vision to make less distinct or clear make unclear, indistinct, or blurred make a smudge on; soil by smudging make dim or indistinct become vague or indistinct indistinct or hazy in outline unclear in form or expression
without doubt; certainly
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the cardinal number that is the sum of ten and one being one more than ten
the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system being one more than nine
the cardinal number that is the sum of twelve and one being one more than twelve
the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one denoting a quantity consisting of 12 items or units
the cardinal number that is the sum of fourteen and one being one more than fourteen
clarify by giving an example of depict with an illustration supply with illustrations
a deliberate act of destruction or disruption in which equipment is damaged destroy property or hinder normal operations
the cardinal number that is the sum of fifteen and one being one more than fifteen
the cardinal number that is the sum of eighteen and one being one more than eighteen
the cardinal number that is the sum of seventeen and one being one more than seventeen
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United States inventor of firearms (especially automatic pistols and repeating rifles and a machine gun called the Peacemaker) (1855-1926) English poet and husband of Elizabeth Barrett Browning noted for his dramatic monologues (1812-1889) English poet best remembered for love sonnets written to her husband Robert Browning (1806-1861) cooking to a brown crispiness over a fire or on a grill fry in a pan until it changes color make brown in color
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the intended meaning of a communication the pervading meaning or tenor have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming propose or intend
destroy property or hinder normal operations
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any act of immoderate indulgence secret rite in the cults of ancient Greek or Roman deities involving singing and dancing and drinking and sexual activity a wild gathering involving excessive drinking and promiscuity
any venturesome undertaking especially one with an uncertain outcome an investment that is very risky but could yield great profits a commercial undertaking that risks a loss but promises a profit proceed somewhere despite the risk of possible dangers put forward, of a guess, in spite of possible refutation put at risk
have the quality of being; (copula, used with an adjective or a predicate noun) be identical to; be someone or something occupy a certain position or area; be somewhere have an existence, be extant happen, occur, take place; this was during the visit to my parents' house" be identical or equivalent to form or compose work in a specific place, with a specific subject, or in a specific function represent, as of a character on stage spend or use time have life, be alive to remain unmolested, undisturbed, or uninterrupted -- used only in infinitive form be priced at
so exceedingly large or extensive as to suggest a giant or mammoth
a leisurely walk (usually in some public place) walk leisurely and with no apparent aim
the cardinal number that is the sum of seventy and eight a shellac based phonograph record that played at 78 revolutions per minute being eight more than seventy
state emphatically and authoritatively announce publicly or officially state firmly declare to be authorize payments of designate (a trump suit or no-trump) with the final bid of a hand make a declaration (of dutiable goods) to a customs official proclaim one's support, sympathy, or opinion for or against
containing or constituting or characterized by pleasing melody of or relating to melody
a group of persons together in one place the social act of assembling the act of gathering something sewing consisting of small folds or puckers made by pulling tight a thread in a line of stitching assemble or get together collect in one place collect or gather conclude from evidence draw together into folds or puckers get people together draw and bring closer look for (food) in nature increase or develop
a salt deposit that animals regularly lick touching with the tongue (boxing) a blow with the fist beat thoroughly and conclusively in a competition or fight pass the tongue over find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of take up with the tongue
a small measure (usually of food)
a strong hard building material composed of sand and gravel and cement and water cover with cement form into a solid mass; coalesce capable of being perceived by the senses; not abstract or imaginary formed by the coalescence of particles
a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent
the exposure of scandal (especially about public figures) explore and expose misconduct and scandals concerning public figures
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion some situation or event that is thought about
any of several small ungulate mammals of Africa and Asia with rodent-like incisors and feet with hooflike toes
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the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech the sound made by the vibration of vocal folds modified by the resonance of the vocal tract a sound suggestive of a vocal utterance expressing in coherent verbal form a means or agency by which something is expressed or communicated something suggestive of speech in being a medium of expression (metonymy) a singer an advocate who represents someone else's policy or purpose the ability to speak (linguistics) the grammatical relation (active or passive) of the grammatical subject of a verb to the action that the verb denotes the melody carried by a particular voice or instrument in polyphonic music give voice to utter with vibrating vocal chords
distinctive and stylish elegance a quick run a footrace run at top speed a punctuation mark (-) used between parts of a compound word or between the syllables of a word when the word is divided at the end of a line of text the longer of the two telegraphic signals used in Morse code the act of moving with great haste run or move very quickly or hastily break into pieces, as by striking or knocking over hurl or thrust violently destroy or break cause to lose courage add an enlivening or altering element to
the act of winding or twisting to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course extend in curves and turns arrange or or coil around catch the scent of; get wind of coil the spring of (some mechanical device) by turning a stem form into a wreath raise or haul up with or as if with mechanical help marked by repeated turns and bends of a path e.g.
a secret agreement between two or more people to perform an unlawful act a plot to carry out some harmful or illegal act (especially a political plot) a group of conspirators banded together to achieve some harmful or illegal purpose
a professional performer who tells jokes and performs comical acts an actor in a comedy
a dough of flour and water and shortening any of various baked foods made of dough or batter
discover again
something or someone seen (especially a notable or unusual sight) an elaborate and remarkable display on a lavish scale a blunder that makes you look ridiculous; used in the phrase `make a spectacle of' yourself
give voice to utter with vibrating vocal chords produced with vibration of the vocal cords; 
keep busy with live (in a certain place) occupy the whole of be on the mind of march aggressively into another's territory by military force for the purposes of conquest and occupation require (time or space) consume all of one's attention or time assume, as of positions or roles held or filled or in use seized and controlled as by military invasion resided in; having tenants having ones attention or mind or energy engaged
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with superficial plausibility
come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation to remain emotionally or intellectually attached hold on tightly or tenaciously
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give new life or energy to engage in recreational activities rather than work; occupy oneself in a diversion give encouragement to create anew
being unsettled or in doubt or dependent on chance the state of being unsure of something
include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory broad in scope or content closely encircling
being effective without wasting time or effort or expense able to accomplish a purpose; functioning effectively
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react verbally respond to a signal give the correct answer or solution to understand the meaning of give a defence or refutation of (a charge) or in (an argument) be liable or accountable be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity match or correspond be satisfactory for; meet the requirements of or serve the purpose of react to a stimulus or command replying
surprise greatly; knock someone's socks off strike with disgust or revulsion strike with horror or terror collide violently collect or gather into shocks subject to electrical shocks inflict a trauma upon struck with fear, dread, or consternation
muscular and heavily built
pose a threat to; present a danger to put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult position (of flora or fauna) in imminent danger of extinction
a practice session in preparation for a public performance (as of a play or speech or concert) (psychology) a form of practice; repetition of information (silently or aloud) in order to keep it in short-term memory
a smallest army unit a cooperative unit (especially in sports) a small squad of policemen trained to deal with a particular kind of crime
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a dramatic or musical entertainment the act of presenting a play or a piece of music or other entertainment the act of performing; of doing something successfully; using knowledge as distinguished from merely possessing it any recognized accomplishment process or manner of functioning or operating
acting like a clown or buffoon a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement dress or decorate showily or gaudily dress up showily
the act of changing one thing or position for another change over, change around, as to a new order or sequence exchange or give (something) in exchange for lay aside, abandon, or leave for another make a shift in or exchange of; then we switched" cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation flog with or as if with a flexible rod reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action)
a path over which electrical signals can pass a passage for water (or other fluids) to flow through a long narrow furrow cut either by a natural process (such as erosion) or by a tool (as e.g. a groove in a phonograph record) a deep and relatively narrow body of water (as in a river or a harbor or a strait linking two larger bodies) that allows the best passage for vessels (often plural) a means of communication or access a bodily passage or tube lined with epithelial cells and conveying a secretion or other substance a television station and its programs a way of selling a company's product either directly or via distributors transmit or serve as the medium for transmission direct the flow of send from one person or place to another
a location marked by an intense competition and struggle for survival a place where hoboes camp an impenetrable equatorial forest
a group of symbols that make a mathematical statement directions for making something a conventionalized statement expressing some fundamental principle a representation of a substance using symbols for its constituent elements something regarded as a normative example a liquid food for infants (mathematics) a standard procedure for solving a class of mathematical problems
United States writer of science fiction (born 1920)
a symptom of some physical hurt or disorder emotional distress; a fundamental feeling that people try to avoid a somatic sensation of acute discomfort a bothersome annoying person something or someone that causes trouble; a source of unhappiness cause bodily suffering to and make sick or indisposed cause emotional anguish or make miserable
United States operatic soprano (born in 1945) Australian golfer (born in 1955) an inhabitant of Normandy of or relating to or characteristic of Normandy of or relating to or characteristic of the Normans
a just detectable amount an indication that something has been present a suggestion of some quality a drawing created by superimposing a semitransparent sheet of paper on the original image and copying on it the lines of the original image either of two lines that connect a horse's harness to a wagon or other vehicle or to a whiffletree a visible mark (as a footprint) left by the passage of person or animal or vehicle follow, discover, or ascertain the course of development of something make a mark or lines on a surface to go back over again pursue or chase relentlessly discover traces of make one's course or travel along a path; travel or pass over, around, or along copy by following the lines of the original drawing on a transparent sheet placed upon it; make a tracing of read with difficulty
something regarded as a normative example conforming with or constituting a norm or standard or level or type or social norm; not abnormal in accordance with scientific laws being approximately average or within certain limits in e.g. intelligence and development forming a right angle
a line or route along which something travels or moves evidence pointing to a possible solution a pair of parallel rails providing a runway for wheels a course over which races are run a distinct selection of music from a recording or a compact disc an endless metal belt on which tracked vehicles move over the ground (computer science) one of the circular magnetic paths on a magnetic disk that serve as a guide for writing and reading data a groove on a phonograph recording a bar or pair of parallel bars of rolled steel making the railway along which railroad cars or other vehicles can roll any road or path affording passage especially a rough one the act of participating in an athletic competition involving running on a track carry on the feet and deposit observe or plot the moving path of something go after with the intent to catch travel across or pass over make tracks upon
United States economist noted as a proponent of monetarism and for his opposition to government intervention in the economy (born in 1912)
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give money, usually in exchange for goods or services convey, as of a compliment, regards, attention, etc.; bestow cancel or discharge a debt bring in do or give something to somebody in return dedicate be worth it render bear (a cost or penalty), in recompense for some action make a compensation for discharge or settle marked by the reception of pay involving gainful employment in something often done as a hobby yielding a fair profit
relatively permanent disorder of the mind
a practice session in preparation for a public performance (as of a play or speech or concert) (psychology) a form of practice; repetition of information (silently or aloud) in order to keep it in short-term memory
a dissolute man in fashionable society an opening made forcibly as by pulling apart a stretch of turbulent water in a river or the sea caused by one current flowing into or across another current the act of rending or ripping or splitting something tear or be torn violently move precipitously or violently cut (wood) along the grain criticize or abuse strongly and violently
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United States actor (1858-1942) United States actress noted for her one-woman shows (1901-1979) United States psychologist and a leading proponent of behaviorism (1904-1990) a person who prepares or deals in animal skins a worker who drives mules
any broad thin expanse or surface paper used for writing or printing bed linen consisting of a large rectangular piece of cotton or linen cloth; used in pairs (mathematics) an unbounded two-dimensional shape newspaper with half-size pages a flat artifact that is thin relative to its length and width (nautical) a line (rope or chain) that regulates the angle at which a sail is set in relation to the wind a large piece of fabric (usually canvas fabric) by means of which wind is used to propel a sailing vessel come down as if in sheets cover with a sheet, as if by wrapping
an extended area of land a system of body parts that together serve some particular purpose a brief treatise on a subject of interest; published in the form of a booklet a bundle of myelinated nerve fibers following a path through the brain
in an affable manner
to the maximum degree
United States film actor who appeared in many films with Katharine Hepburn (1900-1967)
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the courage to carry on
obvious to the eye or mind without any attempt at concealment; completely obvious
a borough of New York City the only fertile female in a colony of social insects such as bees and ants and termites; its function is to lay eggs a female sovereign ruler the wife or widow of a king something personified as a woman who is considered the best or most important of her kind a competitor who holds a preeminent position offensive term for an openly homosexual man one of four face cards in a deck bearing a picture of a queen (chess) the most powerful piece an especially large mole rat and the only member of a colony of naked mole rats to bear offspring which are sired by only a few males female cat promote to a queen, as of a pawn in chess become a queen
decorate with strings of flowers
not knowable
a district of Manhattan; now largely a Black ghetto
exhibiting or caused by radioactivity
to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common in a special manner
having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions suitable for cutting or piercing
a quantity sufficient to satisfy any material that fills a space or container make full, also in a metaphorical sense become full occupy the whole of assume, as of positions or roles fill or meet a want or need appoint someone to (a position or a job) eat until one is sated fill to satisfaction plug with a substance
an acute but unspecific feeling of anxiety; usually reserved for philosophical anxiety about the world or about personal freedom
a Greek sandwich: sliced roast lamb with onion and tomato stuffed into pita bread rotating mechanism in the form of a universally mounted spinning wheel that offers resistance to turns in any direction
the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening give moral or psychological support, aid, or courage to support materially or financially be behind; approve of be the physical support of; carry the weight of establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts adopt as a belief support with evidence or authority or make more certain or confirm argue or speak in defense of play a subordinate role to (another performer) be a regular customer or client of put up with something or somebody unpleasant furnishing support and encouragement capable of bearing a structural load
have and exercise handle effectively
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from appearances alone
(behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward other people
the savage and excessive killing of many people kill a large number of people indiscriminately
movement that causes the formation of a curve the property of being bent or deflected the act of bending something form a curve change direction cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form bend one's back forward from the waist on down turn from a straight course, fixed direction, or line of interest bend a joint
English physician and scientist who described the circulation of the blood; he later proposed that all animals originate from an ovum produced by the female of the species (1578-1657)
close-fitting hosiery to cover the foot and leg; come in matched pairs (usually used in the plural) the activity of supplying a stock of something have on hand equip with a stock supply with fish supply with livestock amass so as to keep for future use or sale or for a particular occasion or use provide or furnish with a stock of something put forth and grow sprouts or shoots
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very far away in space or time far removed mentally
an independent ruler or chieftain (especially in Africa or Arabia)
sharply exact or accurate or delimited (of ideas, images, representations, expressions) characterized by perfect conformity to fact or truth; strictly correct
cut open or cut apart make a mathematical, chemical, or grammatical analysis of; break down into components or essential features
the act of firing a projectile a solid missile discharged from a firearm (sports) the act of swinging or striking at a ball with a club or racket or bat or cue or hand a chance to do something a person who shoots (usually with respect to their ability to shoot) a consecutive series of pictures that constitutes a unit of action in a film the act of putting a liquid into the body by means of a syringe a small drink of liquor an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect an estimate based on little or no information an informal photograph; usually made with a small hand-held camera sports equipment consisting of a heavy metal ball used in the shot put an explosive charge used in blasting a blow hard enough to cause injury an attempt to score in a game informal words for any attempt or effort the launching of a missile or spacecraft to a specified destination hit with a missile from a weapon kill by firing a missile fire a shot make a film or photograph of something send forth suddenly, intensely, swiftly run or move very quickly or hastily move quickly and violently throw or propel in a specific direction or towards a specific objective record on photographic film emit (as light, flame, or fumes) suddenly and forcefully cause a sharp and sudden pain in force or drive (a fluid or gas) into by piercing variegate by interweaving weft threads of different colors throw dice, as in a crap game spend frivolously and unwisely score utter fast and forcefully measure the altitude of by using a sextant produce buds, branches, or germinate give an injection to varying in color when seen in different lights or from different angles
seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession take the place of
the act of publicly exhibiting or entertaining something intended to communicate a particular impression a social event involving a public performance or entertainment pretending that something is the case in order to make a good impression give an exhibition of to an interested audience establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment provide evidence for make visible or noticeable show in, or as in, a picture give expression to indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively be or become visible or noticeable indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments give evidence of, as of records take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums finish third or better in a horse or dog race
a person of nearly the same age as another characteristic of the present belonging to the present time occurring in the same period of time
give a promotion to or assign to a higher position raise from a lower to a higher position raise in rank or condition
space by the side of a bed (especially the bed of a sick or dying person)
footwear shaped to fit the foot (below the ankle) with a flexible upper of leather or plastic and a sole and heel of heavier material (card games) a case from which playing cards are dealt one at a time U-shaped plate nailed to underside of horse's hoof a restraint provided when the brake linings are moved hydraulically against the brake drum to retard the wheel's rotation furnish with shoes
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the starting point for a new state or experience the smallest detectable sensation the entrance (the space in a wall) through which you enter or leave a room or building; the space that a door can close the sill of a door; a horizontal piece of wood or stone that forms the bottom of a doorway and offers support when passing through a doorway a region marking a boundary
a place off to the side of an area the point where two lines meet or intersect an interior angle formed by two meeting walls the intersection of two streets the point where three areas or surfaces meet or intersect a small concavity a temporary monopoly on a kind of commercial trade a predicament from which a skillful or graceful escape is impossible a projecting part where two sides or edges meet a remote area (architecture) solid exterior angle of a building; especially one formed by a cornerstone gain control over force a person or an animal into a position from which he cannot escape turn a corner
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a formal expression of praise
make formless twist and press out of shape cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form become misshapen alter the shape of (something) by stress assume a different shape or form
an ardent and enthusiastic supporter of some person or activity a person having a strong liking for something
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an ignorant or foolish person the head of a pin
with desperation
(especially of weather) affected or characterized by storms or commotion characterized by violent emotions or behavior
accumulated wealth in the form of money or jewels etc. art highly prized for its beauty or perfection any possession that is highly valued by its owner a collection of precious things hold dear be fond of; be attached to
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the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on having the lower score or lagging position in a contest in or to or toward the rear remaining in a place or condition that has been left or departed from of timepieces in or into an inferior position in debt
after a negative statement used as an intensive meaning something like `likewise' or `also'
property or income owned by a church concern with things of the spirit
praise, glorify, or honor
the quality or state of the achromatic color of least lightness (bearing the least resemblance to white) total absence of light British chemist who identified carbon dioxide and who formulated the concepts of specific heat and latent heat (1728-1799) popular child actress of the 1930's (born in 1928) a person with dark skin who comes from Africa (or whose ancestors came from Africa) (board games) the darker pieces black clothing (worn as a sign of mourning) make or become black being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light of or belonging to a racial group having dark skin especially of sub-Saharan African origin marked by anger or resentment or hostility offering little or no hope stemming from evil characteristics or forces; wicked or dishonorable (of events) having extremely unfortunate or dire consequences; bringing ruin (of the face) made black especially as with suffused blood extremely dark harshly ironic or sinister (of intelligence operations) deliberately misleading distributed or sold illicitly (used of conduct or character) deserving or bringing disgrace or shame (of coffee) without cream or sugar soiled with dirt or soot
a formal event performed on a special occasion any activity that is performed in an especially solemn elaborate or formal way the proper or conventional behavior on some solemn occasion
a comedy characterized by broad satire and improbable situations a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way make a travesty of
a feeling of excitement overflowing with eager enjoyment or approval a lively interest
succeed in obtaining a position pierce with a wooden pin or knock or thrust a wooden pin into fasten or secure with a wooden pin stabilize (the price of a commodity or an exchange rate) by legislation or market operations
(physiology) responsiveness to external stimuli; the faculty of sensation the ability to respond to physical stimuli or to register small physical amounts or differences sensitivity to emotional feelings (of self and others) susceptibility to a pathogen the ability to respond to affective changes in your interpersonal environment
extremely evil or cruel; expressive of cruelty or befitting hell
having knowledge of state of elementary or undifferentiated consciousness
the sound of a sudden heavy fall drop sharply set (something or oneself) down with or as if with a noise make fat or plump give support (to) or make a choice (of) one out of a group or number sufficiently fat so as to have a pleasing fullness of figure;  straight down especially heavily or abruptly
having a tone of a reed instrument relating to breathing with a whistling sound
a return on a shot that seemed impossible to reach and would normally have resulted in a point for the opponent come into the possession of something concrete or abstract enter or assume a certain state or condition cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition receive a specified treatment (abstract) reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress go or come after and bring or take back go through (mental or physical states or experiences) take vengeance on or get even achieve a point or goal cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner succeed in catching or seizing, especially after a chase come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness communicate with a place or person; establish communication with, as if by telephone give certain properties to something move into a desired direction of discourse grasp with the mind or develop an understanding of attract and fix reach with a blow or hit in a particular spot reach by calculation acquire as a result of some effort or action purchase perceive by hearing suffer from the receipt of receive as a retribution or punishment leave immediately; used usually in the imperative form reach and board irritate evoke an emotional response apprehend and reproduce accurately earn or achieve a base by being walked by the pitcher overcome or destroy be a mystery or bewildering to take the first step or steps in carrying out an action undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) make children
a prisoner who is held by one party to insure that another party will meet specified terms
a dance involving a rhythmical stamping step walk heavily
informal abbreviation of `representative' a fabric with prominent rounded crosswise ribs
the middle area of the human torso (usually in front) (anatomy) a muscular partition separating the abdominal and thoracic cavities; functions in respiration
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something that serves as evidence something given or done as an expression of esteem something that recommends (or expresses commendation of) a person or thing as worthy or desirable
praise vociferously be a native of call for greet enthusiastically or joyfully precipitate as small ice particles
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but in a close manner
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clear to the mind; with distinct mental discernment in a distinct and distinguishable manner to a distinct degree
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having an agreeably pungent taste producing a burning sensation on the taste nerves suggestive of sexual impropriety
not financially safe or secure not based on fact or investigation showing curiosity
the time of life between the ages of 12 and 20 all the numbers that end in -teen a juvenile between the onset of puberty and maturity
an occurrence of thorough mixing a new word formed by joining two others and combining their meanings the act of blending components together thoroughly combine into one blend or harmonize mix together different elements
a colloid in a more solid form than a sol a thin translucent membrane used over stage lights for color effects become a gel apply a styling gel to
the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one four performers or singers who perform together a set of four similar things considered as a unit four people considered as a unit a musical composition for four performers
the act of taking revenge (harming someone in retaliation for something harmful that they have done) especially in the next life; I will repay, saith the Lord"--Romans 12:19
shine brighter than attract more attention and praise than others
in a moody manner
transmit information transmit thoughts or feelings transfer to another join or connect be in verbal contact; interchange information or ideas administer Communion; in church receive Communion, in the Catholic church
production of a certain amount the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property an amount of a product the quantity of something (as a commodity) that is created (usually within a given period of time) be the cause or source of end resistance, as under pressure or force give or supply give over; surrender or relinquish to the physical control of another give in, as to influence or pressure move in order to make room for someone for something cause to happen or be responsible for be willing to concede be fatally overwhelmed bring in be flexible under stress of physical force cease opposition; stop fighting consent reluctantly
a brief statement that presents the main points in a concise form performed speedily and without formality briefly giving the gist of something
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a unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters a unit of length used in navigation; exactly 1,852 meters; historically based on the distance spanned by one minute of arc in latitude a large distance a former British unit of length once used in navigation; equivalent to 6,000 feet (1828.8 meters) a former British unit of length equivalent to 6,080 feet (1,853.184 meters); 800 feet longer than a statute mile an ancient Roman unit of length equivalent to 1620 yards a Swedish unit of length equivalent to 10 km a footrace extending one mile
dreadful ugliness; horrible repulsiveness
a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance) the act of finishing come or bring to a finish or an end; others finished in over 4 hours" finally be or do something have an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical provide with a finish finish eating all the food on one's plate or on the table cause to finish a relationship with somebody
the act of harassing someone the act of moving something by repeated tugs or pushes be worried, concerned, anxious, troubled, or uneasy be concerned with disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress be on the mind of lacerate by biting touch or rub constantly causing distress or worry or anxiety
an exile who flees for safety
state emphatically and authoritatively announce publicly or officially state firmly declare to be authorize payments of designate (a trump suit or no-trump) with the final bid of a hand make a declaration (of dutiable goods) to a customs official proclaim one's support, sympathy, or opinion for or against made known or openly avowed declared as fact; explicitly stated
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the quality of being honest southeastern European plant cultivated for its fragrant purplish flowers and round flat papery silver-white seedpods that are used for indoor decoration
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a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land anything apparently limitless in quantity or volume turbulent water with swells of considerable size
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a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane) the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on furniture that is designed for sitting on any support where you can sit (especially the part of a chair or bench etc. on which you sit) a center of authority (as a city from which authority is exercised) the location (metaphorically speaking) where something is based the legal right to sit as a member in a legislative or similar body a part of a machine that supports or guides another part the cloth covering for the buttocks show to a seat; assign a seat for be able to seat place ceremoniously or formally in an office or position put a seat on a chair provide with seats place or attach firmly in or on a base place in or on a seat
a person related by blood or marriage an animal or plant that bears a relationship to another (as related by common descent or by membership in the same genus) estimated by comparison; not absolute or complete properly related in size or degree or other measurable characteristics; usually followed by `to'
talk socially without exchanging too much information
manner of acting or controlling yourself engage in carry out or perform an action get (something) done proceed or get along give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity create or design, often in a certain way behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself spend time in prison or in a labor camp carry on or function arrange attractively travel or traverse (a distance)
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terminate, end, or take out do away with kill in large numbers dismiss from consideration or a contest eliminate from the body remove from a contest or race remove (an unknown variable) from two or more equations
fastener consisting of a resinous composition that is plastic when warm; used for sealing documents and parcels and letters a device incised to make an impression; used to secure a closing or to authenticate documents the pelt or fur (especially the underfur) of a seal a member of a Naval Special Warfare unit who is trained for unconventional warfare a stamp affixed to a document (as to attest to its authenticity or to seal it) an indication of approved or superior status a finishing coat applied to exclude moisture fastener that provides a tight and perfect closure any of numerous marine mammals that come on shore to breed; chiefly of cold regions make tight; secure against leakage close with or as if with a seal decide irrevocably affix a seal to cover with varnish hunt seals
the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising something that causes feelings of wonder a state in which you want to learn more about something have a wish or desire to know something place in doubt or express doubtful speculation be amazed at
spread or diffuse through pass through penetrate mutually or be interlocked
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meet the requirements or expectations of make happy or satisfied fill or meet a want or need providing abundant nourishment providing freedom from worry
a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter restraint put into a person's mouth to prevent speaking or shouting prevent from speaking out be too tight; rub or press tie a gag around someone's mouth in order to silence them make jokes or quips struggle for breath; have insufficient oxygen intake cause to retch or choke make an unsuccessful effort to vomit; strain to vomit
a state or condition markedly different from the norm a disorder in one's mental state an optical phenomenon resulting from the failure of a lens or mirror to produce a good image
a brief description given for purposes of identification trade name of a company that produces musical recordings a radioactive isotope that is used in a compound in order to trace the mechanism of a chemical reaction an identifying or descriptive marker that is attached to an object assign a label to; designate with a label attach a tag or label to pronounce judgment on distinguish (as a compound or molecule) by introducing a labeled atom distinguish (an element or atom) by using a radioactive isotope or an isotope of unusual mass for tracing through chemical reactions
the line or plane indicating the limit or extent of something a line determining the limits of an area the greatest possible degree of something
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose sufficient for the purpose as much as necessary; (`plenty' is nonstandard) "I've had plenty, thanks"
requiring much chewing (of a consistency) requiring chewing
intelligent somewhat arboreal ape of equatorial African forests
a reflex that expels intestinal gas through the anus expel intestinal gases through the anus
the cognitive process of understanding a written linguistic message a particular interpretation or performance a datum about some physical state that is presented to a user by a meter or similar instrument written material intended to be read a mental representation of the meaning or significance of something a city on the River Thames in Berkshire in southern England a public instance of reciting or repeating (from memory) something prepared in advance the act of measuring with meters or similar instruments interpret something that is written or printed have or contain a certain wording or form look at, interpret, and say out loud something that is written or printed obtain data from magnetic tapes interpret the significance of, as of palms, tea leaves, intestines, the sky; also of human behavior interpret something in a certain way; convey a particular meaning or impression be a student of a certain subject indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments audition for a stage role by reading parts of a role to hear and understand make sense of a language
the exposure of an impostor or a fraud expose or make accessible to some action or influence make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret to show, make visible or apparent remove all or part of one's clothes to show one's body disclose to view as by removing a cover put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult position expose to light, of photographic film expose while ridiculing; especially of pretentious or false claims and ideas abandon by leaving out in the open air
to the opposite side transversely
larger than normal for its kind
semiformal evening dress for men
the month following July and preceding September of or befitting a lord profoundly honored
a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian an organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained bring up
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the leader of a town or community in some parts of Asia Minor and the Indian subcontinent
cause bodily suffering to and make sick or indisposed cause emotional anguish or make miserable hurt or upset
a son who has the same first name as his father
an event that causes someone to die the act of terminating a life a very large profit cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly thwart the passage of end or extinguish by forceful means be fatal be the source of great pain for overwhelm with hilarity, pleasure, or admiration hit with so much force as to make a return impossible, in racket games hit with great force deprive of life cause the death of, without intention drink down entirely mark for deletion, rub off, or erase tire out completely cause to cease operating destroy a vitally essential quality of or in very funny
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the appearance conveyed by a person's face formal and explicit approval the human face (`kisser' and `smiler' and `mug' are informal terms for `face' and `phiz' is British) consent to, give permission
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a person who sings United States inventor of an improved chain-stitch sewing machine (1811-1875) United States writer (born in Poland) of Yiddish stories and novels (1904-1991)
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a relatively large open container that you fill with water and use to wash the body a large open vessel for holding or storing liquids the amount that a tub will hold
not encouraging
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a sudden abrupt pull a powerful small boat designed to pull or push larger ships pull hard strive and make an effort to reach a goal tow (a vessel) with a tug carry with difficulty move by pulling hard pull or strain hard at struggle in opposition
the psychological feature that arouses an organism to action toward a desired goal; the reason for the action; that which gives purpose and direction to behavior the condition of being motivated the act of motivating; providing incentive
the specified day of the month a participant in a date a meeting arranged in advance a particular but unspecified point in time the present the particular day, month, or year (usually according to the Gregorian calendar) that an event occurred a particular day specified as the time something happens sweet edible fruit of the date palm with a single long woody seed go on a date with stamp with a date assign a date to; determine the (probable) date of date regularly; have a steady relationship with provide with a dateline; mark with a date
the ending of a series or sequence the 26th letter of the Roman alphabet
a person who is deemed to be despicable or contemptible anything that gives off an offensive odor (especially a cheap cigar) an artifact (especially an automobile) that is defective or unsatisfactory
eatables (especially sweets) (sports) a bodily position adopted in some sports (such as diving or skiing) in which the knees are bent and the thighs are drawn close to the chest a narrow flattened pleat or fold that is stitched in place a straight sword with a narrow blade and two edges fit snugly into make a tuck or several folds in draw together into folds or puckers
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a pattern forming a unity within a larger structural whole line consisting of a complex of fibers or filaments that are twisted together to form a thread or a rope or a cable a necklace made by a stringing objects together;  a very slender natural or synthetic fiber a poetic term for a shore (as the area periodically covered and uncovered by the tides) a street in west central London famous for its theaters and hotels leave stranded or isolated with little hope of rescue drive (a vessel) ashore bring to the ground
the commercial exchange (buying and selling on domestic or international markets) of goods and services the skilled practice of a practical occupation the business given to a commercial establishment by its customers a particular instance of buying or selling people who perform a particular kind of skilled work steady winds blowing from east to west above and below the equator an equal exchange engage in the trade of turn in as payment or part payment for a purchase be traded at a certain price or under certain conditions exchange or give (something) in exchange for do business; offer for sale as for one's livelihood
go together allow to have (followed by `to') in agreement with or accordant with (followed by `to') as reported or stated by
a toilet that is available to the public
giving only major points; lacking completeness
full of or showing high-spirited merriment
someone who buys tickets to an event in order to resell them at a profit someone who advertises for customers in an especially brazen way one who sells advice about gambling or speculation (especially at the racetrack) advertize in strongly positive terms show off
a feeling of dissatisfaction that results when your expectations are not realized an act (or failure to act) that disappoints someone
to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course
creation that is created again or anew make new
a person who inhabits a particular place
a grant made by a law court a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction something given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery give, especially as an honor or reward give as judged due or on the basis of merit
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a social group within a national culture that has distinctive patterns of behavior and beliefs
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a large and unbroken expanse or distance the act of physically reaching or thrusting out a straightaway section of a racetrack exercise designed to extend the limbs and muscles to their full extent extension to or beyond the ordinary limit an unbroken period of time during which you do something the capacity for being stretched occupy a large, elongated area extend one's limbs or muscles, or the entire body extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length become longer by being stretched and pulled make long or longer by pulling and stretching lie down comfortably pull in opposite directions extend the scope or meaning of; often unduly corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones increase in quantity or bulk by adding a cheaper substance extend one's body or limbs
of or relating to recreation engaged in as a pastime
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any malignant growth or tumor caused by abnormal and uncontrolled cell division; it may spread to other parts of the body through the lymphatic system or the blood stream (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Cancer a small zodiacal constellation in the northern hemisphere; between Leo and Gemini the fourth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about June 21 to July 22 type genus of the family Cancridae
the scene of any event or action (especially the place of a meeting) in law: the jurisdiction where a trial will be held
a creation (a new device or process) resulting from study and experimentation the creation of something in the mind the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new
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keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean" keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction supply with necessities and support state categorically have and exercise maintain for use and service maintain by writing regular records state or assert support against an opponent stick to correctly or closely kept in good condition continued in your keeping or use or memory
occupy a large, elongated area extend one's limbs or muscles, or the entire body extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length become longer by being stretched and pulled make long or longer by pulling and stretching lie down comfortably pull in opposite directions extend the scope or meaning of; often unduly corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones increase in quantity or bulk by adding a cheaper substance extend one's body or limbs (of muscles) relieved of stiffness by stretching extended or spread over a wide area or distance
the complete duration of something the distance or interval between two points two items of the same kind a unit of length based on the width of the expanded human hand (usually taken as 9 inches) a structure that allows people or vehicles to cross an obstacle such as a river or canal or railway etc. the act of sitting or standing astride to cover or extend over an area or time period
hold spellbound hold spellbound capturing interest as if by a spell
not arrogant or presuming
make a logical or causal connection keep company with; hang out with bring or come into association or action
preserve a dead body
in a tedious manner
worthy of high praise
at or in or to any place; (`anyplace' is used informally for `anywhere')
deem to be give careful consideration to take into consideration for exemplifying purposes show consideration for; take into account think about carefully; weigh judge or regard; look upon; judge look at attentively look at carefully; study mentally regard or treat with consideration, respect, and esteem
studies intended to provide general knowledge and intellectual skills (rather than occupational or professional skills) the products of human creativity; works of art collectively the creation of beautiful or significant things a superior skill that you can learn by study and practice and observation photographs or other visual representations in a printed publication
a representation of a person that is exaggerated for comic effect represent in or produce a caricature of
the criminal class (religion) the world of the dead
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(usually followed by `of') having capacity or ability possibly accepting or permitting (followed by `of') having the temperament or inclination for having the requisite qualities for have the skills and qualifications to do things well
showily imitative of art or artists
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a young dog an inexperienced young person
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a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance) a distinguishing symbol a reference point to shoot at a visible indication made on a surface the impression created by doing something unusual or extraordinary that people notice and remember a symbol of disgrace or infamy formerly the basic unit of money in Germany Apostle and companion of Saint Peter; assumed to be the author of the second Gospel a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of a written or printed symbol (as for punctuation) a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened) the shortest of the four Gospels in the New Testament an indication of damage a marking that consists of lines that cross each other something that exactly succeeds in achieving its goal attach a tag or label to designate as if by a mark be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense mark by some ceremony or observation make or leave a mark on to accuse or condemn or openly or formally or brand as disgraceful notice or perceive mark with a scar make small marks into the surface of establish as the highest level or best performance make underscoring marks remove from a list put a check mark on or near or next to assign a grade or rank to, according to one's evaluation insert punctuation marks into
an area in a town where a public mercantile establishment is set up
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worthy of reliance or trust worthy of being depended on consistent in performance or behavior financially sound
a member of the Industrial Workers of the World inclined to shake as from weakness or defect
a small reddish planet that is the 4th from the sun and is periodically visible to the naked eye; minerals rich in iron cover its surface and are responsible for its characteristic color (Roman mythology) Roman god of war and agriculture; father of Romulus and Remus; counterpart of Greek Ares the month following February and preceding April a mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something (especially on a person's body) make imperfect destroy or injure severely
a line that indicates a boundary the boundary line or the area immediately inside the boundary the boundary of a surface a decorative recessed or relieved surface on an edge a strip forming the outer edge of something extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle form the boundary of; be contiguous to enclose in or as if in a frame provide with a border or edge lie adjacent to another or share a boundary
with competence; in a competent capable manner
the mother of Jesus; Christians refer to her as the Virgin Mary; she is especially honored by Roman Catholics
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35th President of the United States; established the Peace Corps; assassinated in Dallas (1917-1963)
a shade of brown with a tinge of red rich brown pigment prepared from the ink of cuttlefishes type genus of the Sepiidae
searching for or buying goods or services the commodities purchased from stores do one's shopping do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of shop around; not necessarily buying give away information about somebody
a golf shot that curves to the right for a right-handed golfer gradually ceasing to be visible become less clearly visible or distinguishable; disappear gradually or seemingly lose freshness, vigor, or vitality disappear gradually become feeble
a tract of land used for burials
in a very pleasurable manner so as to produce a delightful taste
a motley assortment of things a theory or argument made up of miscellaneous or incongruous ideas
make available or accessible, provide or furnish present for acceptance or rejection agree freely put forward for consideration offer verbally make available for sale propose a payment produce or introduce on the stage present as an act of worship mount or put up make available; provide ask (someone) to marry you threaten to do something
not turned
mature male goose
involving or causing danger or risk; liable to hurt or harm causing fear or anxiety by threatening great harm
a portable computer small enough to use in your lap
very good
suitable to or characteristic of drama sensational in appearance or thrilling in effect pertaining to or characteristic of drama used of a singer or singing voice that is marked by power and expressiveness and a histrionic or theatrical style
the consequences of an event (especially a catastrophic event) an island in the western Pacific between Guam and Hawaii the wave that spreads behind a boat as it moves forward a vigil held over a corpse the night before burial be awake, be alert, be there stop sleeping arouse or excite feelings and passions make aware of cause to become awake or conscious
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a long wandering and eventful journey a Greek epic poem (attributed to Homer) describing the journey of Odysseus after the fall of Troy
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in a philosophic manner with respect to philosophy
the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause the subjective sensation of hearing something mechanical vibrations transmitted by an elastic medium the sudden occurrence of an audible event the audible part of a transmitted signal (phonetics) an individual sound unit of speech without concern as to whether or not it is a phoneme of some language a narrow channel of the sea joining two larger bodies of water a large ocean inlet or deep bay appear in a certain way make a certain noise or sound give off a certain sound or sounds announce by means of a sound utter with vibrating vocal chords cause to sound measure the depth of (a body of water) with a sounding line financially secure and safe exercising or showing good judgment in good condition; free from defect or damage or decay in excellent physical condition logically valid having legal efficacy or force free from moral defect (of sleep) deep and complete thorough
a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one
acute abdominal pain (especially in infants) complain hold fast or firmly to grip or seize, as in a wrestling match to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe
load or cover with stacks arrange in stacks arrange the order of so as to increase one's winning chances arranged in a stack (of a woman's body) having a large bosom and pleasing curves
pull the plug of (electrical appliances) and render inoperable make disconnected, disjoin or unfasten (music) marked by or composed of disconnected parts or sounds; cut short crisply having been divided; having the unity destroyed marked by sudden changes in subject and sharp transitions not plugged in or connected to a power source lacking orderly continuity
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a natural and periodic state of rest during which consciousness of the world is suspended a dormant or quiescent state be asleep
the sound made by a cat (or any sound resembling this) cry like a cat
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lacking in magnanimity having or showing an ignoble lack of honor or morality
currently happening
with regard to sociology
make a promise or commitment promise to undertake or give make a prediction about; tell in advance give grounds for expectations showing possibility of achievement or excellence full or promise
the work of inquiring into something thoroughly and systematically investigate scientifically conduct an inquiry or investigation of
hit with something flat, like a paddle or the open hand
a short novel
a person who enjoys telling or playing jokes a person who does something thoughtless or annoying an inconspicuous clause in a document or bill that affects its meaning in a way that is not immediately apparent a playing card that is usually printed with a picture of a jester
a seller of shoddy goods a person who writes radio or tv advertisements sell or offer for sale from place to place wrangle (over a price, terms of an agreement, etc.)
in an overly sweet manner
after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay
a tiny or scarcely detectable amount a small piece of cloth or paper tear into shreds
an ardent follower and admirer give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause dedicate set aside or apart for a specific purpose or use
open and genuine; not deceitful characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions
make a fetish of
a beverage consisting of an infusion of ground coffee beans any of several small trees and shrubs native to the tropical Old World yielding coffee beans a seed of the coffee tree; ground to make coffee a medium brown to dark-brown color
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the state of being asleep quiet and inactive restfulness the suspension of consciousness and decrease in metabolic rate be asleep be able to accommodate for sleeping lying with head on paws as if sleeping
an area that is approximately central within some larger region an intermediate part or section the middle area of the human torso (usually in front) time between the beginning and the end of a temporal period put in the middle being neither at the beginning nor at the end in a series equally distant from the extremes of a stage in the development of a language or literature between earlier and later stages between an earlier and a later period of time
happening without warning or in a short space of time
believed or reputed to be the case
in a dangerous manner
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in a wise manner
found in the ordinary course of events appropriate for ordinary or routine occasions commonplace and ordinary
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worthless or oversimplified ideas a diet that does not require chewing; advised for those with intestinal disorders the small projection of a mammary gland
a flexible container with a single opening the quantity of game taken in a particular period (usually by one person) a place that the runner must touch before scoring a container used for carrying money and small personal items or accessories (especially by women) the quantity that a bag will hold a portable rectangular container for carrying clothes an ugly or ill-tempered woman mammary gland of bovids (cows and sheep and goats) an activity that you like or at which you are superior capture or kill, as in hunting hang loosely, like an empty bag bulge out; form a bulge outward, or be so full as to appear to bulge take unlawfully put into a bag
unlike in nature or quality or form or degree distinctly separate from the first differing from all others; not ordinary marked by dissimilarity distinct or separate
(Judaism) the place of worship for a Jewish congregation
the sound made by a gentle blow a light touch or stroke pat or squeeze fondly or playfully, especially under the chin hit lightly having only superficial plausibility exactly suited to the occasion completely or perfectly
unpleasantly stern disagreeable to the senses of textures that are rough to the touch or substances consisting of relatively large particles unkind or cruel or uncivil severe sharply disagreeable; rigorous
make a compromise; arrive at a compromise; we all must compromise" settle by concession expose or make liable to danger, suspicion, or disrepute
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(Roman Catholic Church) a greeting signifying Christian love for those assisting at the Eucharist
something that remunerates give money, usually in exchange for goods or services convey, as of a compliment, regards, attention, etc.; bestow cancel or discharge a debt bring in do or give something to somebody in return dedicate be worth it render bear (a cost or penalty), in recompense for some action make a compensation for discharge or settle
worn and broken down by hard use having a rasping or grating sound of or pertaining to arthritis
land that is covered with trees and shrubs
a journey or route all the way around a particular place or area a time for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else) a period of time spent in military service make a tour of a certain place
a member of an indigenous nomadic people living in northern Scandinavia and herding reindeer the language of nomadic Lapps in northern Scandinavia and the Kola Peninsula same in identity closely similar or comparable in kind or quality or quantity or degree equal in amount or value unchanged in character or nature
naughtily or annoyingly playful
intense sorrow caused by loss of a loved one (especially by death)
the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience (language) communication by word of mouth something spoken the exchange of spoken words your characteristic style or manner of expressing yourself orally a lengthy rebuke words making up the dialogue of a play the mental faculty or power of vocal communication
a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement a discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal a summary of the subject or plot of a literary work or play or movie (computer science) a reference or value that is passed to a function, procedure, subroutine, command, or program a variable in a logical or mathematical expression whose value determines the dependent variable; if f(x)=y, x is the independent variable a course of reasoning aimed at demonstrating a truth or falsehood; the methodical process of logical reasoning
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cause great unhappiness for; distress cause physical pain or suffering in
make a strenuous or labored effort to exert strenuous effort against opposition climb awkwardly, as if by scrambling be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight engaged in a struggle to overcome especially poverty or obscurity
soft silky fibers from cotton plants in their raw state fabric woven from cotton fibers erect bushy mallow plant or small tree bearing bolls containing seeds with many long hairy fibers thread made of cotton fibers take a liking to
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a negotiator who acts as a link between parties
cooking utensil consisting of a wide metal vessel (Greek mythology) god of fields and woods and shepherds and flocks; represented as a man with goat's legs and horns and ears; identified with Roman Sylvanus or Faunus shallow container made of metal chimpanzees; more closely related to Australopithecus than to other pongids make a sweeping movement wash dirt in a pan to separate out the precious minerals express a totally negative opinion of
go on a date with stamp with a date assign a date to; determine the (probable) date of date regularly; have a steady relationship with provide with a dateline; mark with a date marked by features of the immediate and usually discounted past
lacking honor or integrity; deserving dishonor deceptive or fraudulent; disposed to cheat or defraud or deceive
gases ejected from an engine as waste products system consisting of the parts of an engine through which burned gases or steam are discharged wear out completely use up (resources or materials) deplete use up the whole supply of eliminate (a substance)
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extend in scope or range or area stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point span an interval of distance, space or time make available; provide thrust or extend out reach outward in space offer verbally extend one's limbs or muscles, or the entire body expand the influence of lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length cause to move at full gallop open or straighten out; unbend use to the utmost; exert vigorously or to full capacity prolong the time allowed for payment of continue or extend increase in quantity or bulk by adding a cheaper substance relatively long in duration; tediously protracted fully extended or stretched forth drawn out or made longer spatially beyond the literal or primary sense large in spatial extent or range or scope or quantity
impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism defectiveness or unsoundness the state that precedes vomiting
fail to meet the hopes or expectations of
showing or representing unfavorably
Norwegian painter (1863-1944) a large bite chew noisily
a friend who is frequently in the company of another a traveler who accompanies you one paid to accompany or assist or live with another be a companion to somebody
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(American football) a play in which a player attempts to carry the ball through or past the opposing team the act of running; traveling on foot at a fast pace the state of being in operation the act of administering or being in charge of something the act of participating in an athletic competition involving running on a track move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time flee; take to one's heels; cut and run stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point direct or control; projects, businesses, etc. have a particular form move along, of liquids perform as expected when applied change or be different within limits run, stand, or compete for an office or a position cause to emit recorded audio or video move about freely and without restraint, or act as if running around in an uncontrolled way have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined be operating, running or functioning change from one state to another cause to perform be affected by; be subjected to continue to exist occur persistently carry out a process or program, as on a computer or a machine include as the content; broadcast or publicize carry out pass over, across, or through cause something to pass or lead somewhere make without a miss deal in illegally, such as arms or liquor cause an animal to move fast be diffused sail before the wind cover by running; run a certain distance extend or continue for a certain period of time set animals loose to graze keep company run with the ball; in such sports as football travel rapidly, by any (unspecified) means travel a route regularly pursue for food or sport (as of wild animals) compete in a race progress by being changed reduce or cause to be reduced from a solid to a liquid state, usually by heating come unraveled or undone as if by snagging become undone (of fluids) moving or issuing in a stream continually repeated over a period of time of advancing the ball by running executed or initiated by running measured lengthwise (of e.g. a machine) performing or capable of performing
a person who cares for persons or property
an event that involves rising to a higher point (as in altitude or temperature or intensity etc.) go upward with gradual or continuous progress move with difficulty, by grasping go up or advance slope upward improve one's social status increase in value or to a higher point
not professional; not engaged in a profession or engaging in as a profession or for gain
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly')
causing embarrassment
coming to full development; becoming mature acquiring desirable qualities by being left undisturbed for some time cause to ripen or develop fully grow ripe
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emptying something accomplished by allowing liquid to run out of it tube inserted into a body cavity (as during surgery) to remove unwanted material a pipe through which liquid is carried away a gradual depletion of energy or resources flow off gradually deplete of resources empty of liquid; drain the liquid from make weak
in large part; mainly or chiefly on a large scale
flesh of a saltwater fish similar to sea bass usually solitary bottom sea basses of warm seas
the action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with the relation between opposed entities the act of hostile groups opposing each other a contestant that you are matched against a body of people united in opposing something a direction opposite to another an armed adversary (especially a member of an opposing military force) the major political party opposed to the party in office and prepared to replace it if elected
(of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct with roughness or violence (`rough' is an informal variant for `roughly') with rough motion as over a rough surface
any word or group of words functioning as a noun having a firm basis in reality and being therefore important, meaningful, or considerable defining rights and duties as opposed to giving the rules by which rights and duties are established being on topic and prompting thought
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the property of holding together and retaining its shape a harmonious uniformity or agreement among things or parts logical coherence and accordance with the facts (logic) an attribute of a logical system that is so constituted that none of the propositions deducible from the axioms contradict one another
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lacking complexity easy and not involved or complicated
a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way humorous or satirical mimicry make a spoof of or make fun of make a parody of
United States computer entrepreneur whose software company made him the youngest multi-billionaire in the history of the United States (born in 1955) a movable barrier in a fence or wall a computer circuit with several inputs but only one output that can be activated by particular combinations of inputs total admission receipts at a sports event passageway (as in an air terminal) where passengers can embark or disembark supply with a gate control with a valve or other device that functions like a gate restrict (school boys') movement to the dormitory or campus as a means of punishment
an association of criminals an informal body of friends an organized group of workmen tool consisting of a combination of implements arranged to work together act as an organized group
the noise of something spattering or sputtering explosively an utterance (of words) with spitting sounds (as in rage) make an explosive sound cause to undergo a process in which atoms are removed climb awkwardly, as if by scrambling utter with a spitting sound, as if in a rage spit up in an explosive manner
the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender wealth reckoned in terms of money the official currency issued by a government or national bank
a horse bred for racing
an optical instrument for aiding the eye in aiming, as on a firearm or surveying instrument an instance of visual perception anything that is seen the ability to see; the visual faculty a range of mental vision the range of vision the act of looking or seeing or observing (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent catch sight of; to perceive with the eyes take aim by looking through the sights of a gun (or other device)
a formal expression by a meeting; agreed to by a vote the ability of a microscope or telescope to measure the angular separation of images that are close together the trait of being resolute finding a solution to a problem something settled or resolved; the outcome of decision making analysis into clear-cut components (computer science) the number of pixels per square inch on a computer-generated display; the greater the resolution, the better the picture the subsidence of swelling or other signs of inflammation (especially in a lung) (music) a dissonant chord is followed by a consonant chord a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem a decision to do something or to behave in a certain manner
acceptance of despair a verbal act of admitting defeat the delivery of a principal into lawful custody the act of surrendering (usually under agreed conditions) give up or agree to forgo to the power or possession of another relinquish possession or control over
a distinctive influence a concavity in a surface produced by pressing an identification of a publisher; a publisher's name along with the date and address and edition that is printed at the bottom of the title page an impression produced by pressure or printing a device produced by pressure on a surface establish or impress firmly in the mind mark or stamp with or as if with pressure
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an Iranian language spoken in Turkey and Iran and Iraq and Syria and Russia of or relating to Kurdistan or the Kurds or their language and culture
genuinely; with authority
communicates two or more signals over a common channel a movie theater than has several different auditoriums in the same building many and varied; having many features or forms having many parts or aspects
a distinct feature or element in a problem a characteristic to be considered the visual percept of a region the beginning or duration or completion or repetition of the action of a verb the feelings expressed on a person's face
the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth (physics) the six kinds of quarks lend flavor to
dig up for reburial or for medical investigation; of dead bodies
very funny
a man who is a respected leader in national or international affairs
totally uninformed about what is going on; not having even a clue from which to infer what is occurring
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an impression in a surface (as made by a blow) (British slang) a prison a small cut cut slightly, with a razor cut a nick into divide or reset the tail muscles of mate successfully; of livestock
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continuing through life
unfriendly behavior that causes anger or resentment something that incites or provokes; a means of arousing or stirring to action needed encouragement
the quality of affording easy familiarity and sociability
a collection of objects laid on top of each other (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent a large sum of money (especially as pay or profit) fine soft dense hair (as the fine short hair of cattle or deer or the wool of sheep or the undercoat of certain dogs) battery consisting of voltaic cells arranged in series; the earliest electric battery devised by Volta a column of wood or steel or concrete that is driven into the ground to provide support for a structure the yarn (as in a rug or velvet or corduroy) that stands up from the weave a nuclear reactor that uses controlled nuclear fission to generate energy arrange in stacks press tightly together or cram place or lay as if in a pile
the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one being one more than three
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a barrier that has parallel or crossed bars blocking a passage but admitting air a frame of iron bars to hold a fire optical device consisting of a surface with many parallel grooves in it; disperses a beam of light (or other electromagnetic radiation) into its wavelengths to produce its spectrum furnish with a grate gnaw into; make resentful or angry reduce to small shreds or pulverize by rubbing against a rough or sharp perforated surface make a grating or grinding sound by rubbing together scratch repeatedly unpleasantly harsh or grating in sound
pass out from weakness, physical or emotional distress due to a loss of blood supply to the brain weak and likely to lose consciousness
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something that resembles a tablet of medicine in shape or size a dose of medicine in the form of a small pellet a unpleasant or tiresome person something unpleasant or offensive that must be tolerated or endured a contraceptive in the form of a pill containing estrogen and progestin to inhibit ovulation and so prevent conception
the particular occupation for which you are trained the general progression of your working or professional life move headlong at high speed
the act of grasping the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it a portable rectangular container for carrying clothes the friction between a body and the surface on which it moves (as between an automobile tire and the road) worker who moves the camera around while a film or television show is being made an intellectual hold or understanding a flat wire hairpin whose prongs press tightly together; used to hold bobbed hair in place hold fast or firmly to grip or seize, as in a wrestling match to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe
having no definite form or distinct shape lacking symmetry or attractive form
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a hard coarse-grained siliceous sandstone fortitude and determination cover with a grit clench together
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contemplation of things past look back upon (a period of time, sequence of events); remember
an indefinitely short time a polyvalent metallic element that resembles chromium and tungsten in its properties; used to strengthen and harden steel a midwestern state in central United States; a border state during the American Civil War, Missouri was admitted to the Confederacy without actually seceding from the Union
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a unit of astronomical length based on the distance from Earth at which stellar parallax is 1 second of arc; equivalent to 3.262 light years
a branch of the Indo-European family of languages; members that are spoken currently fall into two major groups: Scandinavian and West Germanic of or relating to the language of Germans of or pertaining to the ancient Teutons or their languages
declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of allow to enter; grant entry to allow participation in or the right to be part of; permit to exercise the rights, functions, and responsibilities of admit into a group or community afford possibility give access or entrance to have room for; hold without crowding serve as a means of entrance
perform ostentatiously in order to impress the audience and with an eye to the applause
someone who provides food and service (as for a party)
a state of agitation or turbulent change or development a substance capable of bringing about fermentation a process in which an agent causes an organic substance to break down into simpler substances; especially, the anaerobic breakdown of sugar into alcohol be in an agitated or excited state work up into agitation or excitement cause to undergo fermentation go sour or spoil
portable power saw; teeth linked to form an endless chain
an unpleasant difficulty a person (usually but not necessarily a woman) who is thoroughly disliked informal terms for objecting female of any member of the dog family complain say mean things
the second day of the week; the first working day a member of a Buddhist people living in Myanmar and adjacent parts of Thailand the Mon-Khmer language spoken by the Mon
informal terms for a mother
an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk a sweet drink containing carbonated water and flavoring a sharp explosive sound as from a gunshot or drawing a cork music of general appeal to teenagers; a bland watered-down version of rock'n'roll with more rhythm and harmony and an emphasis on romantic love bulge outward hit a pop-fly make a sharp explosive noise fire a weapon with a loud explosive noise cause to make a sharp explosive sound appear suddenly or unexpectedly put or thrust suddenly and forcefully release suddenly hit or strike drink down entirely take drugs, especially orally cause to burst with a loud, explosive sound burst open with a sharp, explosive sound
a disorderly crowd of people a loose affiliation of gangsters in charge of organized criminal activities an association of criminals press tightly together or cram
point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards propose or intend move into a desired direction of discourse specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public intend (something) to move towards a certain goal direct (a remark) toward an intended goal have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal
fail to meet the hopes or expectations of disappointingly unsuccessful
not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty shockingly repellent; inspiring horror harshly ironic or sinister harshly uninviting or formidable in manner or appearance filled with melancholy and despondency causing dejection
a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement to draw back the lips and reveal the teeth, in a smile, grimace, or snarl
a black colloidal substance consisting wholly or principally of amorphous carbon and used to make pigments and ink nonsense; foolish talk an earthen jar (made of baked clay) release color when rubbed, of badly dyed fabric soil with or as with crock
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cause to come to know personally make familiar or conversant with inform having fair knowledge of
American Revolutionary leader and patriot; an organizer of the Boston Tea Party and signer of the Declaration of Independence (1722-1803) 6th President of the United States; son of John Adams (1767-1848) 2nd President of the United States (1735-1826) a mountain peak in southwestern Washington in the Cascade Range (12,307 feet high) (Old Testament) in Judeo-Christian mythology; the first man and the husband of Eve and the progenitor of the human race Scottish architect who designed many public buildings in England and Scotland (1728-1792) street names for methylenedioxymethamphetamine
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move back and forth or sideways move or walk in a swinging or swaying manner win approval or support for cause to move back and forth
people who have been slain (as in battle) kill intentionally and with premeditation killed; `slain' is formal or literary as in "slain warriors"
(sports) a stroke that puts the ball in play (Middle Ages) a person who is bound to the land and owned by the feudal lord serve a purpose, role, or function do duty or hold offices; serve in a specific function contribute or conduce to be used by; as of a utility help to some food; help with food or drink provide (usually but not necessarily food) devote (part of) one's life or efforts to, as of countries, institutions, or ideas promote, benefit, or be useful or beneficial to spend time in prison or in a labor camp work for or be a servant to deliver a warrant or summons to someone be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity do military service mate with put the ball into play
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a lining applied to the edge of a garment for ornamentation or strengthening an ornamental coating to a building a protective covering that protects the outside of a building providing something with a surface of a different material deal with (something unpleasant) head on oppose, as in hostility or a competition be oriented in a certain direction, often with respect to another reference point; be opposite to be opposite turn so as to face; turn the face in a certain direction present somebody with something, usually to accuse or criticize turn so as to expose the face line the edge (of a garment) with a different material cover the front or surface of
a natural or artificial enclosed space an enclosed volume in the body a room where a judge transacts business a deliberative or legislative or administrative or judicial assembly a room used primarily for sleeping place in a chamber
a gathering of spectators or listeners at a (usually public) performance the part of the general public interested in a source of information or entertainment an opportunity to state your case and be heard a conference (usually with someone important)
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chew the cuds reflect deeply on a subject
produce laughter showing or feeling mirth or pleasure or happiness
larceny by threat of violence plundering during riots or in wartime
a river in east central England that flows past Cambridge to join the Ouse River a rotating disk shaped to convert circular into linear motion
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serve a purpose, role, or function do duty or hold offices; serve in a specific function contribute or conduce to be used by; as of a utility help to some food; help with food or drink provide (usually but not necessarily food) devote (part of) one's life or efforts to, as of countries, institutions, or ideas promote, benefit, or be useful or beneficial to spend time in prison or in a labor camp work for or be a servant to deliver a warrant or summons to someone be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity do military service mate with put the ball into play
a city in southeastern France on the Mediterranean; the leading resort on the French Riviera pleasant or pleasing or agreeable in nature or appearance socially or conventionally correct; refined or virtuous done with delicacy and skill excessively fastidious and easily disgusted exhibiting courtesy and politeness
travel up, "We ascended the mountain" go back in order of genealogical succession become king or queen appear to be moving upward, as by means of tendrils go along towards (a river's) source slope upwards come up, of celestial bodies move to a better position in life or to a better job
about three feet long exclusive of tail
a short ad in a newspaper or magazine (usually in small print) and appearing along with other ads of the same type arrange or order by classes or categories declare unavailable, as for security reasons assign to a class or kind arranged into classes official classification of information or documents; withheld from general circulation
consisting of or causing a climax
an attack of hysteria a person suffering from hysteria
an irrational motive for performing trivial or repetitive actions, even against your will an unhealthy and compulsive preoccupation with something or someone
quality of being active or spirited or alive and vigorous
a person's social heritage: previous experience or training the part of a scene (or picture) that lies behind objects in the foreground information that is essential to understanding a situation or problem extraneous signals that can be confused with the phenomenon to be observed or measured relatively unimportant or inconspicuous accompanying situation the state of the environment in which a situation exists (computer science) the area of the screen in graphical user interfaces against which icons and windows appear scenery hung at back of stage understate the importance or quality of
the consistency of a solid state of having the interior filled with matter the quality of being solid and reliable financially or factually or morally
putting someone in prison or in jail as lawful punishment the state of being imprisoned the act of confining someone in a prison (or as if in a prison)
speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way pronounce judgment on
the state of being under the control of another person the practice of owning slaves work done under harsh conditions for little or no pay
a free, widely-used Web Map Server search for a location and directions by means of the MapQuest program
reprehensible acquisitiveness; insatiable desire for wealth (personified as one of the deadly sins) extreme greed for material wealth
remove from memory or existence remove by or as if by rubbing or erasing wipe out digitally or magnetically recorded information
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an iconic mental representation (Jungian psychology) a personal facade that one presents to the world a visual representation (of an object or scene or person or abstraction) produced on a surface a standard or typical example language used in a figurative or nonliteral sense someone who closely resembles a famous person (especially an actor) (mathematics) the set of values of the dependent variable for which a function is defined the general impression that something (a person or organization or product) presents to the public a representation of a person (especially in the form of sculpture) render visible, as by means of MRI imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind
a form of socialism featuring racism and expansionism and obedience to a strong leader
a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter material consisting of the aggregate of minerals like those making up the Earth's crust United States gynecologist and devout Catholic who conducted the first clinical trials of the oral contraceptive pill (1890-1984) (figurative) someone who is strong and stable and dependable hard bright-colored stick candy (typically flavored with peppermint) a genre of popular music originating in the 1950s; a blend of black rhythm-and-blues with white country-and-western pitching dangerously to one side move back and forth or sideways cause to move back and forth
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someone with a sociopathic personality; a person with an antisocial personality disorder (`psychopath' was once widely used but has now been superseded by `sociopath')
any isomeric saturated hydrocarbon found in petroleum and used as a fuel and solvent
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a stew of meat and vegetables and hardtack that is eaten by sailors
twelve dozen the entire amount of income before any deductions are made earn before taxes, expenses, etc. before any deductions lacking fine distinctions or detail repellently fat visible to the naked eye (especially of rocks and anatomical features) without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers conspicuously and tastelessly indecent conspicuously and outrageously bad or reprehensible
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(baseball) a failure by a batter or runner to reach a base safely in baseball to state openly and publicly one's homosexuality reveal (something) about somebody's identity or lifestyle be made known; be disclosed or revealed
make a mathematical calculation or computation judge to be probable keep an account of predict in advance specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public have faith or confidence in used of persons
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drench or submerge or be drenched or submerged force to drink permeate or impregnate cover with liquid; pour liquid onto abundantly covered or supplied with; often used in combination
any distinct time period in a sequence of events a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process a large platform on which people can stand and can be seen by an audience the theater as a profession (usually `the stage') a large coach-and-four formerly used to carry passengers and mail on regular routes between towns a section or portion of a journey or course any scene regarded as a setting for exhibiting or doing something a small platform on a microscope where the specimen is mounted for examination perform (a play), especially on a stage plan, organize, and carry out (an event) attend a dance or a party without a female companion give away information about somebody watch, observe, or inquire secretly
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
destitute of blood or apparently so free from blood or bloodshed without vigor or zest or energy devoid of human emotion or feeling anemic looking from illness or emotion
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marked by a tendency to find and call attention to errors and flaws at or of a point at which a property or phenomenon suffers an abrupt change especially having enough mass to sustain a chain reaction characterized by careful evaluation and judgment urgently needed; absolutely necessary forming or having the nature of a turning point or crisis being in or verging on a state of crisis or emergency of or involving or characteristic of critics or criticism
the analysis of a vector field in a decomposed state (chemistry) separation of a substance into two or more substances that may differ from each other and from the original substance (biology) the process of decay caused by bacterial or fungal action the organic phenomenon of rotting
give an injection to to introduce (a new aspect or element) force or drive (a fluid or gas) into by piercing take by injection feed intravenously to insert between other elements
give expression to articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise serve as a means for expressing something indicate through a symbol, formula, etc. manifest the effects of (a gene or genetic trait) obtain from a substance, as by mechanical action send by rapid transport or special messenger service
a morbid fear of being closed in a confined space
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uncomfortably closed or hemmed in suffering from claustrophobia; abnormally afraid of closed-in places
characteristic of those having an inflated idea of their own importance
edge tool used as a cutting instrument; has a pointed blade with a sharp edge and a handle a weapon with a handle and blade with a sharp point any long thin projection that is transient use a knife on
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the visual percept of a region
the face or front of a building a showy misrepresentation intended to conceal something unpleasant
a statement that is restrained in ironic contrast to what might have been said
an exclusive circle of people with a common purpose
1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites an indefinitely short time the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed near the second of the bases in the infield a particular point in time following the first in an ordering or series a 60th part of a minute of arc the official attendant of a contestant in a duel or boxing match a speech seconding a motion the gear that has the second lowest forward gear ratio in the gear box of a motor vehicle merchandise that has imperfections; usually sold at a reduced price without the brand name give support or one's approval to transfer an employee to a different, temporary assignment
put together out of artificial or natural components or parts; He manufactured a popular cereal" make up something artificial or untrue produce naturally create or produce in a mechanical way produced in a large-scale industrial operation
a celebrity who is an inspiration to others worthy of notice widely known and esteemed
not usual or common or ordinary being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird not commonly encountered
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used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning characterized by violent and forceful activity or movement; very intense extended meanings; especially of psychological heat; marked by intensity or vehemence especially of passion or enthusiasm (color) bold and intense sexually excited or exciting recently stolen or smuggled very fast; capable of quick response and great speed wanted by the police producing a burning sensation on the taste nerves performed or performing with unusually great skill and daring and energy very popular or successful very unpleasant or even dangerous newest or most recent having or bringing unusually good luck very good; often used in the negative newly made having or showing great eagerness or enthusiasm of a seeker; very near to the object sought having or dealing with dangerously high levels of radioactivity charged or energized with electricity marked by excited activity
especially; in particular
terminate become separated into pieces or fragments render inoperable or ineffective ruin completely destroy the integrity of; usually by force; cause to separate into pieces or fragments act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises move away or escape suddenly scatter or part force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up prevent completion enter someone's (virtual or real) property in an unauthorized manner, usually with the intent to steal or commit a violent act make submissive, obedient, or useful fail to agree with; be in violation of; as of rules or patterns surpass in excellence make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret come into being stop operating or functioning interrupt a continued activity make a rupture in the ranks of the enemy or one's own by quitting or fleeing curl over and fall apart in surf or foam, of waves lessen in force or effect be broken in come to an end vary or interrupt a uniformity or continuity cause to give up a habit give up come forth or begin from a state of latency happen or take place cause the failure or ruin of invalidate by judicial action discontinue an association or relation; go different ways assign to a lower position; reduce in rank reduce to bankruptcy change directions suddenly emerge from the surface of a body of water break down, literally or metaphorically do a break dance exchange for smaller units of money destroy the completeness of a set of related items make the opening shot that scatters the balls separate from a clinch, in boxing go to pieces break a piece from a whole become punctured or penetrated pierce or penetrate be released or become known; of news cease an action temporarily interrupt the flow of current in undergo breaking find a flaw in find the solution or key to change suddenly from one tone quality or register to another happen become fractured; break or crack on the surface only crack; of the male voice in puberty fall sharply fracture a bone of diminish or discontinue abruptly weaken or destroy in spirit or body physically and forcibly separated into pieces or cracked or split not continuous in space, time, or sequence or varying abruptly subdued or brought low in condition or status (especially of promises or contracts) having been violated or disregarded tamed or trained to obey topographically very uneven imperfectly spoken or written thrown into a state of disarray or confusion weakened and infirm destroyed financially out of working order (`busted' is an informal substitute for `broken') discontinuous lacking a part or parts
morally reprehensible
make believe with the intent to deceive behave unnaturally or affectedly put forward a claim and assert right or possession of put forward, of a guess, in spite of possible refutation represent fictitiously, as in a play, or pretend to be or act like state insincerely adopted in order to deceive
directly and without evasion; not roundabout in a straight direct way firmly and solidly in a square shape with firmness and conviction; without compromise
make reference to be relevant to think of, regard, or classify under a subsuming principle or with a general group or in relation to another send or direct for treatment, information, or a decision seek information from have as a meaning use a name to designate
(music) calibrating something (an instrument or electronic circuit) to a standard frequency adjust for (better) functioning adjust the pitches of (musical instruments)
a foolish or nervous laugh laugh nervously
make by hand and with much skill
an addictive narcotic extracted from seed capsules of the opium poppy
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a person who is not very intelligent or interested in culture
slanderous defamation a thin tissue or blood sample spread on a glass slide and stained for cytologic examination and diagnosis under a microscope a blemish made by dirt an act that brings discredit to the person who does it stain by smearing or daubing with a dirty substance make a smudge on; soil by smudging cover (a surface) by smearing (a substance) over it charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone
the outside boundary or surface of something a part of the city far removed from the center one of the light or dark bands produced by the interference and diffraction of light a social group holding marginal or extreme views a border of hair that is cut short and hangs across the forehead an ornamental border consisting of short lengths of hanging threads or tassels adorn with a fringe decorate with or as if with a surrounding fringe
make something new, such as a product or a mental or artistic creation work out gain through experience come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) come into existence; take on form or shape change the use of and make available or usable elaborate, as of theories and hypotheses create by training and teaching be gradually disclosed or unfolded; become manifest;  grow, progress, unfold, or evolve through a process of evolution, natural growth, differentiation, or a conducive environment become technologically advanced cause to grow and differentiate in ways conforming to its natural development generate gradually grow emotionally or mature make visible by means of chemical solutions superimpose a three-dimensional surface on a plane without stretching, in geometry move one's pieces into strategically more advantageous positions move into a strategically more advantageous position elaborate by the unfolding of a musical idea and by the working out of the rhythmic and harmonic changes in the theme happen expand in the form of a series
a party of people assembled to promote sociability and communal activity club soda or fruit juice used to mix with alcohol electronic equipment that mixes two or more input signals to give a single output signal a kitchen utensil that is used for mixing foods
a commercially prepared mixture of dry ingredients an event that combines things in a mixture the act of mixing together mix together different elements open (a place) to members of all races and ethnic groups combine (electronic signals) add as an additional element or part to bring or combine together or with something else mix so as to make a random order or arrangement
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extremely evil or cruel; expressive of cruelty or befitting hell
the countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America the cardinal compass point that is a 270 degrees the region of the United States lying to the west of the Mississippi River the direction corresponding to the westward cardinal compass point British writer (born in Ireland) (1892-1983) United States film actress (1892-1980) English painter (born in America) who became the second president of the Royal Academy (1738-1820) a location in the western part of a country, region, or city situated in or facing or moving toward the west to, toward, or in the west
mix together different elements open (a place) to members of all races and ethnic groups combine (electronic signals) add as an additional element or part to bring or combine together or with something else mix so as to make a random order or arrangement consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds involving or composed of different races
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an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation a way or means to achieve something
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have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming propose or intend
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capable of reproducing intellectually productive bearing in abundance especially offspring marked by great fruitfulness
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process or result of distributing or extending over a wide expanse of space the opening of a subject to widespread discussion and debate act of extending over a wider scope or expanse of space or time distribute or disperse widely become distributed or widespread spread across or over spread out or open from a closed or folded state cause to become widely known become widely known and passed on strew or distribute over an area move outward cover by spreading something over distribute over a surface in a layer
a Nazi concentration camp for Jews in southwestern Poland during World War II
give a benediction to confer prosperity or happiness on make the sign of the cross over someone in order to call on God for protection; consecrate render holy by means of religious rites highly favored or fortunate (as e.g. by divine grace) worthy of worship expletives used informally as intensifiers Roman Catholic; proclaimed one of the blessed and thus worthy of veneration enjoying the bliss of heaven characterized by happiness and good fortune
a Russian officer and politician who was a favorite of Catherine II and in 1762 helped her to seize power; when she visited the Crimea in 1787 he gave the order for sham villages to be built (1739-1791)
a woman emperor or the wife of an emperor
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Irish writer and wit (1854-1900)
physicist born in Germany who formulated the special theory of relativity and the general theory of relativity; Einstein also proposed that light consists of discrete quantized bundles of energy (later called photons) (1879-1955) someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality
capital and largest city of the modern state of Israel (although its status as capital is disputed); it was captured from Jordan in 1967 in the Six Day War; a holy city for Jews and Christians and Muslims; was the capital of an ancient kingdom
the season of growth a metal elastic device that returns to its shape or position when pushed or pulled or pressed a natural flow of ground water a point at which water issues forth the elasticity of something that can be stretched and returns to its original length a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards move forward by leaps and bounds develop into a distinctive entity spring back; spring away from an impact develop suddenly produce or disclose suddenly or unexpectedly
collect or gather get or gather together
half asleep showing lack of attention or boredom
the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing the air that is inhaled and exhaled in respiration a short respite an indirect suggestion a slight movement of the air
lap at the front of a coat; continuation of the coat collar
kill with or as if with a burst of gunfire or electric current or as if by shooting turn into gas lose or cause to lose liquid by vaporization leaving a more concentrated residue decrease rapidly and disappear
(of words) interchangeable in a given context without changing the import of the expression capable of being exchanged for another or for something else that is equivalent
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disguise by camouflaging; exploit the natural surroundings to disguise something
a swing used by circus acrobats
draw someone's attention away from something disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed having the attention diverted especially because of anxiety
an adherent of totalitarian principles or totalitarian government characterized by a government in which the political authority exercises absolute and centralized control of or relating to the principles of totalitarianism according to which the state regulates every realm of life
keep under control; keep in check place limits on (extent or access) to close within bounds, limit or hold back from movement hold back to compel or deter by or as if by threats cool and formal in manner under restraint marked by avoidance of extravagance or extremes not showy or obtrusive prudent
imaginative thoughts indulged in while awake a series of mental images and emotions occurring during sleep have a daydream; indulge in a fantasy experience while sleeping
small workplace where handcrafts or manufacturing are done a brief intensive course for a small group; emphasizes problem solving
to stimulate to action cover with zinc stimulate (muscles) by administering a shock
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lacking excess flesh lacking in mineral content or combustible material containing little excess not profitable or prosperous
determining or having the power to determine an outcome unmistakable characterized by decision and firmness forming or having the nature of a turning point or crisis
characterized by or arising from psychoneurotic hysteria marked by excessive or uncontrollable emotion
a drug that reduces excitability and calms a person
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one one of four playing cards in a deck having three pips
the time period between dawn and noon a conventional expression of greeting or farewell the first light of day the earliest period
a temporary condition of torment or suffering (theology) in Roman Catholic theology the place where those who have died in a state of grace undergo limited torment to expiate their sins
a person motivated by irrational enthusiasm (as for a cause) marked by excessive enthusiasm for and intense devotion to a cause or idea
covered with blood accompanied by bloodshed
someone who tells a story someone who tells lies
a small lightweight carriage; drawn by a single horse informal or slang terms for mentally irregular infested with bugs
a group's refusal to work in protest against low pay or bad work conditions an attack that is intended to seize or inflict damage on or destroy an objective a gentle blow a score in tenpins: knocking down all ten with the first ball (baseball) a pitch that the batter swings at and misses, or that the batter hits into foul territory, or that the batter does not swing at but the umpire judges to be in the area over home plate and between the batter's knees and shoulders a conspicuous success deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon have an emotional or cognitive impact upon hit against; come into sudden contact with make a strategic, offensive, assault against an enemy, opponent, or a target indicate (a certain time) by striking affect or afflict suddenly, usually adversely stop work in order to press demands touch or seem as if touching visually or audibly attain produce by manipulating keys or strings of musical instruments, also metaphorically cause to form (an electric arc) between electrodes of an arc lamp find unexpectedly produce by ignition or a blow remove by erasing or crossing out or as if by drawing a line cause to experience suddenly drive something violently into a location occupy or take on form by stamping, punching, or printing smooth with a strickle pierce with force arrive at after reckoning, deliberating, and weighing
make less natural or innocent practice sophistry; change the meaning of or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive alter and make impure, as with the intention to deceive make more complex or refined having or appealing to those having worldly knowledge and refinement and savoir-faire ahead in development; complex or intricate intellectually appealing
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Vice President of the United States under Bill Clinton (born in 1948) coagulated blood from a wound a piece of cloth that is generally triangular or tapering; used in making garments or umbrellas or sails the shedding of blood resulting in murder wound by piercing with a sharp or penetrating object or instrument cut into gores
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a worldly-wise person make less natural or innocent practice sophistry; change the meaning of or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive alter and make impure, as with the intention to deceive make more complex or refined
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after the expected or usual time; delayed
aromatic substances of vegetable origin used as a preservative any of a variety of pungent aromatic vegetable substances used for flavoring food the property of being seasoned with spice and so highly flavored make more interesting or flavorful add herbs or spices to
showy tropical tree or shrub native to Madagascar; widely planted in tropical regions for its immense racemes of scarlet and orange flowers; sometimes placed in genus Poinciana marked by ostentation but often tasteless elaborately or excessively ornamented
a soulful or amorous idealist an artist of the Romantic Movement or someone influenced by Romanticism belonging to or characteristic of Romanticism or the Romantic Movement in the arts expressive of or exciting sexual love or romance not sensible about practical matters; idealistic and unrealistic
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become one mix together different elements join or combine
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a new soundtrack that is added to a film give a nickname to provide (movies) with a soundtrack of a foreign language raise (someone) to knighthood
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100 Yemeni fils are worth one Yemeni rial a fractional monetary unit in Bahrain and Iraq and Jordan and Kuwait; equal to one thousandth of a dinar
a shot taken at an easy or casual target (as by a pothunter) criticism aimed at an easy target and made without careful consideration
the upper surface of the mouth that separates the oral and nasal cavities
obscene terms for female genitals informal terms referring to a domestic cat containing pus
the visible part of a television transmission a recording of both the visual and audible components (especially one containing a recording of a movie or television program) (computer science) the appearance of text and graphics on a video display broadcasting visual images of stationary or moving objects
of or relating to the aged of or relating to or practicing geriatrics
a difficult problem
distinguished from Bovidae by the male's having solid deciduous antlers
the central and most intense or profound part a long steep-sided depression in the ocean floor literary term for an ocean relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply marked by depth of thinking having great spatial extension or penetration downward or inward from an outer surface or backward or laterally or outward from a center; sometimes used in combination very distant in time or space extreme having or denoting a low vocal or instrumental range strong; intense relatively thick from top to bottom extending relatively far inward (of darkness) very intense large in quantity or size with head or back bent low of an obscure nature difficult to penetrate; incomprehensible to one of ordinary understanding or knowledge exhibiting great cunning usually with secrecy to a great depth; far down to an advanced time to a great distance
a general officer of the highest rank the head of a religious order or congregation a fact about the whole (as opposed to particular) command as a general applying to all or most members of a category or group not specialized or limited to one class of things prevailing among and common to the general public affecting the entire body somewhat indefinite of worldwide scope or applicability
the formation of a mental image of something that is not perceived as real and is not present to the senses the ability to form mental images of things or events the ability to deal resourcefully with unusual problems
consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect question or examine thoroughly and closely question closely put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to
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hold firmly get the meaning of something
a woman who engages in sexual intercourse for money sell one's body; exchange sex for money
any female friend a girl or young woman with whom a man is romantically involved
the period during which something is functional (as between birth and death)
a legal document signed and sealed and delivered to effect a transfer of property and to show the legal right to possess it something that people do or cause to happen
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a form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement a medium that disseminates moving pictures photographic material consisting of a base of celluloid covered with a photographic emulsion; used to make negatives or transparencies a thin coating or layer a thin sheet of (usually plastic and usually transparent) material used to wrap or cover things make a film or photograph of something record in film
a quantity sufficient to satisfy any material that fills a space or container make full, also in a metaphorical sense become full occupy the whole of assume, as of positions or roles fill or meet a want or need appoint someone to (a position or a job) eat until one is sated fill to satisfaction plug with a substance
so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness using or containing too many words
anew
a kind of literary or artistic work a style of expressing yourself in writing an expressive style of music a class of art (or artistic endeavor) having a characteristic form or technique
in a meticulous manner
showing the cunning or ingenuity or wickedness typical of a devil playful in an appealingly bold way in a playfully devilish manner
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group of people willing to obey orders the department responsible for hiring and training and placing employees and for setting policies for personnel management
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a word that is composed of parts from different languages (e.g., `monolingual' has a Greek prefix and a Latin root) a composite of mixed origin (genetics) an organism that is the offspring of genetically dissimilar parents or stock; especially offspring produced by breeding plants or animals of different varieties or breeds or species produced by crossbreeding
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a drug that produces numbness or stupor; often taken for pleasure or to reduce pain; extensive use can lead to addiction
a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed a region where a battle is being (or has been) fought somewhere (away from a studio or office or library or laboratory) where practical work is done or data is collected a branch of knowledge the space around a radiating body within which its electromagnetic oscillations can exert force on another similar body not in contact with it a particular kind of commercial enterprise a particular environment or walk of life a piece of land prepared for playing a game extensive tract of level open land (mathematics) a set of elements such that addition and multiplication are commutative and associative and multiplication is distributive over addition and there are two elements 0 and 1 a region in which active military operations are in progress all of the horses in a particular horse race all the competitors in a particular contest or sporting event a geographic region (land or sea) under which something valuable is found (computer science) a set of one or more adjacent characters comprising a unit of information the area that is visible (as through an optical instrument) a place where planes take off and land catch or pick up (balls) in baseball or cricket play as a fielder answer adequately or successfully select (a team or individual player) for a game
a polyhedron with two congruent and parallel faces (the bases) and whose lateral faces are parallelograms optical device having a triangular shape and made of glass or quartz; used to deviate a beam or invert an image
not habituated to; unfamiliar with not customary or usual
a person trained to travel in a spacecraft
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with a raucous sound in a rowdy manner
a mental representation of the meaning or significance of something the act of interpreting something as expressed in an artistic performance an explanation that results from interpreting something an explanation of something that is not immediately obvious
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the phenomenon of not permitting the passage of electromagnetic radiation incomprehensibility resulting from obscurity of meaning the quality of being opaque to a degree; the degree to which something reduces the passage of light
a deep awareness of and sympathy for another's suffering the humane quality of understanding the suffering of others and wanting to do something about it
artificially formal
lower someone's spirits; make downhearted lower (prices or markets) cause to drop or sink press down lessen the activity or force of
a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution a learned person (especially in the humanities); someone who by long study has gained mastery in one or more disciplines
the property of being wild or turbulent
make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc. be beautiful to look at award a mark of honor, such as a medal, to provide with decoration
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of great significance or value important in effect or meaning of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis having authority or ascendancy or influence having or suggesting a consciousness of high position
a quarrel about petty points a cloth covering (a legging) that covers the instep and ankles a young oyster or other bivalve come down like raindrops become permanently attached strike with a sound like that of falling rain clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval engage in a brief and petty quarrel spawn clap one's hands together expel or eject (saliva or phlegm or sputum) from the mouth utter with anger or contempt rain gently drive a skewer through
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someone who is doubtful or noncommittal about something a person who claims that they cannot have true knowledge about the existence of God (but does not deny that God might exist) of or pertaining to an agnostic or agnosticism uncertain of all claims to knowledge
a motley assortment of things
in an awkward manner
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forming an end or termination; especially putting an end to doubt or question
show the form or outline of determine the essential quality of trace the shape of make a mark or lines on a surface describe in vivid detail represented accurately or precisely
to a pitiful degree
small fatty fish usually canned any of various small edible herring or related food fishes frequently canned a deep orange-red variety of chalcedony small fishes found in great schools along coasts of Europe; smaller and rounder than herring
a device that can be used to control a machine or apparatus from a distance located far away spatially very unlikely separate or apart in time inaccessible and sparsely populated;  far apart in relevance or relationship or kinship
marked by distress filled with or attended with
emergence during embryonic development of various characters or structures that appeared during the evolutionary history of the strain or species (music) the section of a composition or movement (especially in sonata form) in which musical themes that were introduced earlier are repeated a summary at the end that repeats the substance of a longer discussion (music) the repetition of themes introduced earlier (especially when one is composing the final part of a movement)
kindle anew, as of a fire arouse again
the actors in a play container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens the distinctive form in which a thing is made the visual appearance of something or someone bandage consisting of a firm covering (often made of plaster of Paris) that immobilizes broken bones while they heal object formed by a mold the act of throwing dice the act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel a violent throw put or send forth deposit select to play,sing, or dance a part in a play, movie, musical, opera, or ballet throw forcefully assign the roles of (a movie or a play) to actors move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold get rid of choose at random formulate in a particular style or language eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth
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the trait of giving little thought to danger
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omit a sound or letter in a word modify the rhythm by stressing or accenting a weak beat stressing a normally weak beat
a waste pipe that carries away sewage or surface water someone who sews misfortune resulting in lost effort or money
a base containing nitrogen that is found in RNA (but not in DNA) and derived from pyrimidine; pairs with adenine a heavy toxic silvery-white radioactive metallic element; occurs in many isotopes; used for nuclear fuels and nuclear weapons the 21st letter of the Roman alphabet (chiefly British) of or appropriate to the upper classes especially in language use
extremely
appear like; be similar or bear a likeness to
giving only major points; lacking completeness
a professional whose work is consistently of high quality a creator of great skill in the manual arts a skilled worker who practices some trade or handicraft
a turn to be a starter (in a game at the beginning) take the first step or steps in carrying out an action set in motion, cause to start leave have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense bring into being get off the ground move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm get going or set in motion begin or set in motion begin work or acting in a certain capacity, office or job play in the starting lineup have a beginning characterized in some specified way begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object bulge outward (especially of eyes) bulging or protruding as with fear appropriate to the beginning or start of an event
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social status or position conferred by a system based on class (Hinduism) a hereditary social class among Hindus; stratified according to ritual purity a social class separated from others by distinctions of hereditary rank or profession or wealth in some social insects (such as ants) a physically distinct individual or group of individuals specialized to perform certain functions in the colony
take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol be representative or typical for be a delegate or spokesperson for; represent somebody's interest or be a proxy or substitute for, as of politicians and office holders representing their constituents, or of a tenant representing other tenants in a housing dispute serve as a means of expressing something be characteristic of form or compose be the defense counsel for someone in a trial create an image or likeness of play a role or part perform (a play), especially on a stage describe or present, usually with respect to a particular quality point out or draw attention to in protest or remonstrance bring forward and present to the mind to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets)
furnace consisting of a special hearth where metal is heated before shaping a workplace where metal is worked by heating and hammering create by hammering make a copy of with the intent to deceive come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort move ahead steadily move or act with a sudden increase in speed or energy make something, usually for a specific function make out of components (often in an improvising manner)
a person who has lied or who lies repeatedly
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morally reprehensible causing or able to cause nausea
a serious (often fatal) disease of the immune system transmitted through blood products especially by sexual contact or contaminated needles a resource the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose money to support a worthy person or cause the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something give help or assistance; be of service improve the condition of
fasten with a hook rip off; ask an unreasonable price make a piece of needlework by interlocking and looping thread with a hooked needle hit a ball and put a spin on it so that it travels to the left take by theft make off with belongings of others hit with a hook catch with a hook to cause (someone or oneself) to become dependent (on something, especially a narcotic drug) secure with the foot entice and trap approach with an offer of sexual favors curved down like an eagle's beak addicted to a drug having or resembling a hook (especially in the ability to grasp and hold); 
relating to or characteristic of or situated in suburbs
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the basic monetary unit in many countries; equal to 100 cents a piece of paper money worth one dollar a United States coin worth one dollar a symbol of commercialism or greed
any of numerous relatively small elongated soft-bodied animals especially of the phyla Annelida and Chaetognatha and Nematoda and Nemertea and Platyhelminthes; also many insect larvae a person who has a nasty or unethical character undeserving of respect a software program capable of reproducing itself that can spread from one computer to the next over a network screw thread on a gear with the teeth of a worm wheel or rack to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling)
a district of a city or town marked out for administrative purposes
make sense of; assign a meaning to give an interpretation or explanation to give an interpretation or rendition of create an image or likeness of restate (words) from one language into another language make sense of a language
fall or descend to a lower place or level cause to sink pass into a specified state or condition go under, "The raft sank and its occupants drowned" descend into or as if into some soft substance or place appear to move downward fall heavily or suddenly; decline markedly fall or sink heavily embed deeply doomed to extinction
full of trivial conversation
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create by hammering make a copy of with the intent to deceive come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort move ahead steadily move or act with a sudden increase in speed or energy make something, usually for a specific function make out of components (often in an improvising manner) reproduced fraudulently
without variation or change, in every case
a discussion intended to produce an agreement an exchange of ideas via conversation discussion; (`talk about' is a less formal alternative for `discussion of') the act of giving a talk to an audience a speech that is open to the public idle gossip or rumor exchange thoughts; talk with express in speech use language reveal information divulge confidential information or secrets deliver a lecture or talk
the feelings expressed on a person's face expression without words the communication (in speech or writing) of your beliefs or opinions a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations the style of expressing yourself a group of symbols that make a mathematical statement (genetics) the process of expressing a gene a group of words that form a constituent of a sentence and are considered as a single unit the act of forcing something out by squeezing or pressing
a young person of either sex a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age an immature childish person a member of a clan or tribe
unwillingness to do something contrary to your custom disinclined to become involved not eager
fruit preserved by cooking with sugar a domain that seems to be specially reserved for someone a reservation where animals are protected fruit preserved by cooking with sugar keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction to keep up and reserve for personal or special use prevent (food) from rotting maintain in safety from injury, harm, or danger keep undisturbed for personal or private use for hunting, shooting, or fishing
elected vice president and succeeded as 30th President of the United States when Harding died in 1923 (1872-1933)
an asset of special worth or utility (music) loud the stronger part of a sword blade between the hilt and the foible used chiefly as a direction or description in music used as a direction in music; to be played relatively loudly
(sociology) the conventions that embody the fundamental values of a group English statesman who opposed Henry VIII's divorce from Catherine of Aragon and was imprisoned and beheaded; recalled for his concept of Utopia, the ideal state
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United States photographer remembered for her portraits of rural workers during the Depression (1895-1965)
the upper side of the thighs of a seated person an area of control or responsibility the part of a piece of clothing that covers the thighs a flap that lies over another part movement once around a course touching with the tongue lie partly over or alongside of something or of one another pass the tongue over move with or cause to move with a whistling or hissing sound take up with the tongue wash or flow against
large strong hand (as of a fighter) a catch for locking a door a sharp curve or crook; a shape resembling a hook anything that serves as an enticement a mechanical device that is curved or bent to suspend or hold or pull something a curved or bent implement for suspending or pulling something a golf shot that curves to the left for a right-handed golfer a short swinging punch delivered from the side with the elbow bent a basketball shot made over the head with the hand that is farther from the basket fasten with a hook rip off; ask an unreasonable price make a piece of needlework by interlocking and looping thread with a hooked needle hit a ball and put a spin on it so that it travels to the left take by theft make off with belongings of others hit with a hook catch with a hook to cause (someone or oneself) to become dependent (on something, especially a narcotic drug) secure with the foot entice and trap approach with an offer of sexual favors
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do something to an excessive degree
derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in have benefit from get pleasure from have for one's benefit take delight in
grossly offensive to decency or morality; causing horror so extremely ugly as to be terrifying
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free from ambiguity without evasion or compromise without concealment or deception; honest pointed directly ahead
go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before give back go back to a previous state go back to something earlier bring back to the point of departure return in kind make a return answer back be restored pay back pass down elect again be inherited by return to a previous position; in mathematics give or supply submit (a report, etc.) to someone in authority tending to return to an earlier state tending to be turned back
characterized by attack on established beliefs or institutions destructive of images used in religious worship; said of religions, such as Islam, in which the representation of living things is prohibited
noisy and lacking in restraint or discipline
apparent validity
do something to an excessive degree represented as greater than is true or reasonable cooked too long but still edible
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an army unit large enough to sustain combat one of the portions into which something is regarded as divided and which together constitute a whole the act or process of dividing an administrative unit in government or business discord that splits a group a league ranked by quality (biology) a group of organisms forming a subdivision of a larger category (botany) taxonomic unit of plants corresponding to a phylum a unit of the United States Air Force usually comprising two or more wings a group of ships of similar type an arithmetic operation that is the inverse of multiplication; the quotient of two numbers is computed the act of dividing or partitioning; separation by the creation of a boundary that divides or keeps apart
the season when the leaves fall from the trees a sudden drop from an upright position the lapse of mankind into sinfulness because of the sin of Adam and Eve a downward slope or bend a lapse into sin; a loss of innocence or of chastity a sudden decline in strength or number or importance a movement downward the act of surrendering (usually under agreed conditions) the time of day immediately following sunset when a wrestler's shoulders are forced to the mat a free and rapid descent by the force of gravity a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity descend in free fall under the influence of gravity move downward and lower, but not necessarily all the way pass suddenly and passively into a state of body or mind come under, be classified or included fall from clouds suffer defeat, failure, or ruin die, as in battle or in a hunt touch or seem as if touching visually or audibly be captured occur at a specified time or place decrease in size, extent, or range yield to temptation or sin lose office or power to be given by assignment or distribution move in a specified direction be due lose one's chastity to be given by right or inheritance come into the possession of fall to somebody by assignment or lot be inherited by slope downward lose an upright position suddenly drop oneself to a lower or less erect position fall or flow in a certain way assume a disappointed or sad expression be cast down come out; issue be born, used chiefly of lambs begin vigorously go as if by falling come as if by falling
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the quality of being unlike or dissimilar a variation that deviates from the standard or norm a disagreement or argument about something important a significant change the number that remains after subtraction; the number that when added to the subtrahend gives the minuend
the state of being unmixed with other material clarity as a consequence of being perspicuous the appearance of being plain and unpretentious an appearance that is not attractive or beautiful
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something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings squeezing out by applying pressure
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first wife of Henry VIII; Henry VIII's divorce from her was the initial step of the Reformation in England (1485-1536) empress of Russia who greatly increased the territory of the empire (1729-1796)
a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother) a stringy slimy substance consisting of yeast cells and bacteria; forms during fermentation and is added to cider or wine to produce vinegar a term of address for an elderly woman a term of address for a mother superior a condition that is the inspiration for an activity or situation care for like a mother make children
intending or showing kindness showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity generous in providing aid to others generous in assistance to the poor
a river in southern Scotland that flows eastward to the Firth of Forth from a particular thing or place or position (`forth' is obsolete) forward in time or order or degree out into view
a widely known person the state or quality of being widely honored and acclaimed
a scene that is filmed but is not used in the final editing of the film
with elaboration
put in the mind of someone assist (somebody acting or reciting) by suggesting the next words of something forgotten or imperfectly learned
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tending to exploit or make use of
improperly forward or bold
putting the wrong interpretation on identify incorrectly to make a mistake or be incorrect
having or marked by a strong tendency especially a controversial one
with respect to economic science in an economical manner with respect to the economic system
coming next after the nineteenth in position
a foolish and usually extravagant passion or love or admiration temporary love of an adolescent an object of extravagant short-lived passion
a surrounding or nearby region people living near one another the approximate amount of something (usually used prepositionally as in `in the region of') an area within a city or town that has some distinctive features (especially one forming a community)
a small light typewriter; usually with a case in which it can be carried easily or conveniently transported of a motor designed to be attached to the outside of a boat's hull
the state of being prominent: widely known or eminent relative importance something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings
(boxing) the act of one boxer holding onto the other to avoid being hit and to rest momentarily a small slip noose made with seizing the flattened part of a nail or bolt or rivet a device (generally used by carpenters) that holds things firmly together a tight or amorous embrace secure or fasten by flattening the ends of nails or bolts hold a boxing opponent with one or both arms so as to prevent punches hold in a tight grasp embrace amorously flatten the ends (of nails and rivets) settle conclusively
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cause (a liquid) to spatter about, especially with force walk through mud or mire dash a liquid upon or against mark or overlay with patches of contrasting color or texture; cause to appear splashed or spattered make a splashing sound soil or stain with a splashed liquid strike and dash about in a liquid (of a fluid) having been propelled about in flying drops or masses covered with bright patches (often used in combination)
incongruous; inviting ridicule
a time for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else) street names for methylenedioxymethamphetamine a usually brief attempt a board game for two players who place counters on a grid; the object is to surround and so capture the opponent's counters change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically follow a procedure or take a course move away from a place into another direction enter or assume a certain state or condition be awarded; be allotted have a particular form stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point follow a certain course be abolished or discarded be or continue to be in a certain condition make a certain noise or sound perform as expected when applied to be spent or finished progress by being changed continue to live through hardship or adversity pass, fare, or elapse; of a certain state of affairs or action pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life be in the right place or situation be ranked or compare begin or set in motion have a turn; make one's move in a game be contained in be sounded, played, or expressed blend or harmonize lead, extend, or afford access be the right size or shape; fit correctly or as desired go through in search of something; search through someone's belongings in an unauthorized way be spent give support (to) or make a choice (of) one out of a group or number stop operating or functioning functioning correctly and ready for action
a quantity of no importance a mathematical element that when added to another number yields the same number the point on a scale from which positive or negative numerical quantities can be measured the sight setting that will cause a projectile to hit the center of the target with no wind blowing adjust (an instrument or device) to zero value adjust (as by firing under test conditions) the zero of (a gun) indicating the absence of any or all units under consideration having no measurable or otherwise determinable value indicating an initial point or origin of or relating to the null set (a set with no members)
a heading that names a statute or legislative bill; may give a brief summary of the matters it deals with the name of a work of art or literary composition etc. a general or descriptive heading for a section of a written work the status of being a champion a legal document signed and sealed and delivered to effect a transfer of property and to show the legal right to possess it an identifying appellation signifying status or function: e.g. `Mr.' or `General' an established or recognized right (usually plural) written material introduced into a movie or TV show to give credits or represent dialogue or explain an action an appellation signifying nobility an informal right to something give a title to designate by an identifying term
foreordain or determine beforehand
a way of regarding situations or topics etc. the appearance of things relative to one another as determined by their distance from the viewer
a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice
not in agreement or harmony lacking in harmony
promote the growth of contribute to the progress or growth of more distant in especially degree to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (`further' is used more often than `farther' in this abstract sense) in addition or furthermore; further, they should be here already" to or at a greater distance in time or space (`farther' is used more frequently than `further' in this physical sense) to a considerable degree; very much at or to or from a great distance in space at or to a certain point or degree remote in time to an advanced stage or point
diffusing warmth and friendliness
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spend thoughtlessly; throw away spend extravagantly
any long object resembling a thin line an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event a long strip of inked material for making characters on paper with a typewriter notion consisting of a narrow strip of fine material used for trimming
a living organism characterized by voluntary movement a human being; `wight' is an archaic term a person who is controlled by others and is used to perform unpleasant or dishonest tasks for someone else
a boring person who talks a great deal about uninteresting topics the bag containing the gas in a balloon
the elementary stages of any subject (usually plural)
the concentration of attention or energy on something (American football) putting the ball in play by passing it (between the legs) to a back center upon direct one's attention on something move into the center
select as an alternative over another
in an affectionate or loving manner (`sweet' is sometimes a poetic or informal variant of `sweetly')
an inclination of the top half of the body forward and downward basin for holy water small porch or set of steps at the front entrance of a house bend one's back forward from the waist on down debase oneself morally, act in an undignified, unworthy, or dishonorable way descend swiftly, as if on prey sag, bend, bend over or down carry oneself, often habitually, with head, shoulders, and upper back bent forward
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Portuguese explorer who in 1488 was the first European to get round the Cape of Good Hope (thus establishing a sea route from the Atlantic to Asia) (1450-1500)
food remaining from a previous meal a small part or portion that remains after the main part no longer exists
marked by the exercise of good judgment or common sense in practical matters
something given or done as an expression of esteem payment by one nation for protection by another payment extorted by gangsters on threat of violence
any of various plants of various genera of the family Compositae having flowers that can be dried without loss of form or color continuing forever or indefinitely without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers
people in general considered as a whole a body of people sharing some common interest not private; open to or concerning the people as a whole affecting the people or community as a whole
a change of position that does not entail a change of location the act of changing location from one place to another a natural event that involves a change in the position or location of something a group of people with a common ideology who try together to achieve certain general goals a major self-contained part of a symphony or sonata a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end an optical illusion of motion produced by viewing a rapid succession of still pictures of a moving object a euphemism for defecation a general tendency to change (as of opinion) the driving and regulating parts of a mechanism (as of a watch or clock) the act of changing the location of something
in a violent manner
a drumbeat or bugle call that signals the military to return to their quarters a design on the skin made by tattooing the practice of making a design on the skin by pricking and staining stain (skin) with indelible color
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get lost, as without warning or explanation become invisible or unnoticeable pass away rapidly cease to exist decrease rapidly and disappear
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a term used in Scottish names of promontories an island in western Scotland in the Inner Hebrides reflect deeply on a subject heat with sugar and spices to make a hot drink
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a public promotion of some product or service give heed (to) make a more or less disguised reference to make reference to
a long depression in the surface of the land that usually contains a river
(Old Testament) Jonah did not wish to become a prophet so God caused a great storm to throw him overboard from a ship; he was saved by being swallowed by a whale that vomited him out onto dry land a person believed to bring bad luck to those around him a book in the Old Testament that tells the story of Jonah and the whale
an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet" the limits within which something can be effective a large tract of grassy open land on which livestock can graze a series of hills or mountains a place for shooting (firing or driving) projectiles of various kinds a variety of different things or activities (mathematics) the set of values of the dependent variable for which a function is defined the limit of capability a kitchen appliance used for cooking food change or be different within limits move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment have a range; be capable of projecting over a certain distance, as of a gun range or extend over; occupy a certain area lay out orderly or logically in a line or as if in a line feed as in a meadow or pasture let eat assign a rank or rating to
a fire (usually on a hill or tower) that can be seen from a distance a radio station that broadcasts a directional signal for navigational purposes a tower with a light that gives warning of shoals to passing ships shine like a beacon guide with a beacon
(of events) having extremely unfortunate or dire consequences; bringing ruin
informal terms for clothing a fine cord of twisted fibers (of cotton or silk or wool or nylon etc.) used in sewing and weaving any long object resembling a thin line the connections that link the various parts of an event or argument together the raised helical rib going around a screw to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course pass a thread through remove facial hair by tying a fine string around it and pulling at the string pass through or into thread on or as if on a string
skill in selling; skill in persuading people to buy
with affection
dip a foot or hand briefly into a liquid play in or as if in water, as of small children work with in an amateurish manner bob forward and under so as to feed off the bottom of a body of water
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state of sorrow over the death or departure of a loved one the passionate and demonstrative activity of expressing grief feel sadness observe the customs of mourning after the death of a loved one sorrowful through loss or deprivation
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imagination unrestricted by reality fiction with a large amount of imagination in it something many people believe that is false indulge in fantasies
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the activity of looking thoroughly in order to find something or someone an investigation seeking answers an operation that determines whether one or more of a set of items has a specified property the examination of alternative hypotheses boarding and inspecting a ship on the high seas try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of search or seek inquire into subject to a search
the sacred writings of the Christian religions a book regarded as authoritative in its field
spread by scattering ("straw" is archaic) cover; be dispersed over
changing the ground level to a smooth horizontal or gently sloping surface complete destruction of a building the act of making equal or uniform aim at tear down so as to make flat with the ground make level or straight direct into a position for use talk frankly with; lay it on the line become level or even
the quality of a color as determined by its dominant wavelength take on color or become colored suffuse with color
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the boundary line or the area immediately inside the boundary an amount beyond the minimum necessary the amount of collateral a customer deposits with a broker when borrowing from the broker to buy securities (finance) the net sales minus the cost of goods and services sold the blank space that surrounds the text on a page a permissible difference; allowing some freedom to move within limits
act of expanding by lengthening or widening exercise designed to extend the limbs and muscles to their full extent occupy a large, elongated area extend one's limbs or muscles, or the entire body extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length become longer by being stretched and pulled make long or longer by pulling and stretching lie down comfortably pull in opposite directions extend the scope or meaning of; often unduly corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones increase in quantity or bulk by adding a cheaper substance extend one's body or limbs
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in a statistically significant way in a significant manner in an important way or to an important degree
an airfield equipped with control tower and hangars as well as accommodations for passengers and cargo
a dough-like mixture of whiting and boiled linseed oil; used especially to patch woodwork or secure panes of glass apply putty in order to fix or fill
having a cheerful, lively, and self-confident air
(of unknown regions) not yet surveyed or investigated
a state of ill-being due to affliction or misfortune a feeling of intense unhappiness
an uneasy sensation as of insects creeping on your skin
one of a pair of planks used to make a track for rolling or sliding objects a restraint provided when the brake linings are moved hydraulically against the brake drum to retard the wheel's rotation an unexpected slide slide without control elevate onto skids apply a brake or skid to move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner
the ratio of two quantities to be divided the number obtained by division
determined by chance or impulse or whim rather than by necessity or reason
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a surveying instrument for measuring horizontal and vertical angles, consisting of a small telescope mounted on a tripod a facility consisting of the means and equipment necessary for the movement of passengers or goods a journey usually by ship make a passage or journey from one place to another pass across (a sign or house of the zodiac) or pass across (the disk of a celestial body or the meridian of a place) revolve (the telescope of a surveying transit) about its horizontal transverse axis in order to reverse its direction cause or enable to pass through
the second largest continent; located to the south of Europe and bordered to the west by the South Atlantic and to the east by the Indian Ocean
inherent ability
sexual pleasure obtained by inflicting harm (physical or psychological) on others
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a set of garments (usually including a jacket and trousers or skirt) for outerwear all of the same fabric and color a comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy (slang) a businessman dressed in a business suit a man's courting of a woman; seeking the affections of a woman (usually with the hope of marriage) a petition or appeal made to a person of superior status or rank playing card in any of four sets of 13 cards in a pack; each set has its own symbol and color be agreeable or acceptable to be agreeable or acceptable accord or comport with enhance the appearance of
prepare oneself for a military confrontation supply with arms (used of persons or the military) characterized by having or bearing arms having arms or arms as specified; used especially in combination (used of plants and animals) furnished with bristles and thorns
without much difficulty in a punctual manner
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a dissolute person; usually a man who is morally unrestrained unrestrained by convention or morality
the organ of sight good discernment (either visually or as if visually) attention to what is seen an area that is approximately central within some larger region a small hole or loop (as in a needle) look at
steadiness of mind under stress
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(often followed by `from') not alike; different in nature or quality easy to perceive; especially clearly outlined constituting a separate entity or part recognizable; marked clearly or sharply defined to the mind
the place designated as the end (as of a race or journey) the ultimate goal for which something is done written directions for finding some location; written on letters or packages that are to be delivered to that location
the cognitive process of reaching a decision or drawing conclusions determine the result of (a competition) form a critical opinion of judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time) pronounce judgment on put on trial or hear a case and sit as the judge at the trial of
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number one of the four playing cards in a deck that have two spots being one more than one
the upward slope of a hill sloping upward against difficulties upward on a hill or incline
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send away towards a designated goal complete or carry out kill intentionally and with premeditation dispose of rapidly and without delay and efficiently kill without delay
the sound like water splashing a prominent or sensational but short-lived news event a small quantity of something moist or liquid a patch of bright color the act of splashing a (liquid) substance on a surface the act of scattering water about haphazardly cause (a liquid) to spatter about, especially with force walk through mud or mire dash a liquid upon or against mark or overlay with patches of contrasting color or texture; cause to appear splashed or spattered make a splashing sound soil or stain with a splashed liquid strike and dash about in a liquid
easily impressed or influenced
get warm or warmer make warm or warmer having been warmed up
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a style of jazz played by big bands popular in the 1930s; flowing rhythms but less complex than later styles of jazz dance to jive music; dance the jive
a flat float (usually made of logs or planks) that can be used for transport or as a platform for swimmers (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent transport on a raft travel by raft in water make into a raft
the part of the face above the eyes the arch of hair above each eye the peak of a hill
to say, state, or perform again
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become turned or set on end set, turn, or stand on end
in an attractively handsome manner in a generously handsome manner
carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in consume all of one's attention or time engage or hire for work ask to represent; of legal counsel give to in marriage get caught carry on (wars, battles, or campaigns) hire for work or assistance engage for service under a term of contract keep engaged having ones attention or mind or energy engaged involved in military hostilities reserved in advance (of facilities such as telephones or lavatories) unavailable for use by anyone else or indicating unavailability; (`engaged' is a British term for a busy telephone line) (used of toothed parts or gears) interlocked and interacting having services contracted for built against or attached to a wall
have an element suggestive (of something) smell badly and offensively be wet with sweat or blood, as of one's face give off smoke, fumes, warm vapour, steam, etc.
a farm building for housing horses or other livestock shelter in a stable resistant to change of position or condition firm and dependable; subject to little fluctuation not taking part readily in chemical change maintaining equilibrium showing little if any change
an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances make by combining materials and parts put together out of artificial or natural components or parts; He manufactured a popular cereal" draw with suitable instruments and under specified conditions create by linking linguistic units create by organizing and linking ideas, arguments, or concepts reassemble mentally
United States writer of thrillers (born in 1925)
cause to spread or flush or flood through, over, or across to become overspread as with a fluid, a colour, a gleam of light
in a joyless manner; without joy
exercise authoritative control or power over lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits handle and cause to function control (others or oneself) or influence skillfully, usually to one's advantage check or regulate (a scientific experiment) by conducting a parallel experiment or comparing with another standard verify by using a duplicate register for comparison be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something have a firm understanding or knowledge of; be on top of able to control or determine policy
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a fact about some part (as opposed to general) a small part that can be considered separately from the whole (logic) a proposition that asserts something about some (but not all) members of a class unique or specific to a person or thing or category separate and distinct from others of the same group or category surpassing what is common or usual or expected first and most important exacting especially about details providing specific details or circumstances
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an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city the people living in a municipality smaller than a city an administrative division of a county United States architect who was noted for his design and construction of truss bridges (1784-1844)
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a canonical hour that is the ninth hour of the day counting from sunrise a service in the Roman Catholic Church formerly read or chanted at 3 PM (the ninth hour counting from sunrise) but now somewhat earlier not any not at all or in no way
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a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day clock time a special and memorable period distance measured by the time taken to cover it
(physics) deformation of a physical body under the action of applied forces difficulty that causes worry or emotional tension a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence (psychology) nervousness resulting from mental stress a special variety of domesticated animals within a species (biology) a group of organisms within a species that differ in trivial ways from similar groups injury to a muscle (often caused by overuse); results in swelling and pain the general meaning or substance of an utterance an effortful attempt to attain a goal an intense or violent exertion the act of singing to exert much effort or energy test the limits of use to the utmost; exert vigorously or to full capacity separate by passing through a sieve or other straining device to separate out coarser elements cause to be tense and uneasy or nervous or anxious become stretched or tense or taut remove by passing through a filter rub through a strainer or process in an electric blender alter the shape of (something) by stress
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a request by the manufacturer of a defective product to return the product (as for replacement or repair) a call to return a bugle call that signals troops to return the process of remembering (especially the process of recovering information by mental effort) the act of removing an official by petition recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection go back to something earlier call to mind summon to return cause one's (or someone else's) thoughts or attention to return from a reverie or digression make unavailable; bar from sale or distribution cause to be returned
denoting a quantity consisting of 500 items or units
an insane person a person who has an obsession with or excessive enthusiasm for something wildly disordered
the act of sucking draw into the mouth by creating a practical vacuum in the mouth draw something in by or as if by a vacuum attract by using an inexorable force, inducement, etc. be inadequate or objectionable provide sexual gratification through oral stimulation take in, also metaphorically give suck to
a member of the Caucasoid race the quality or state of the achromatic color of greatest lightness (bearing the least resemblance to black) United States jurist appointed chief justice of the United States Supreme Court in 1910 by President Taft; noted for his work on antitrust legislation (1845-1921) Australian writer (1912-1990) United States political journalist (1915-1986) United States architect (1853-1906) United States writer noted for his humorous essays (1899-1985) United States educator who in 1865 (with Ezra Cornell) founded Cornell University and served as its first president (1832-1918) a tributary of the Mississippi River that flows southeastward through northern Arkansas and southern Missouri the white part of an egg; the nutritive and protective gelatinous substance surrounding the yolk consisting mainly of albumin dissolved in water (board games) the lighter pieces (usually in the plural) trousers made of flannel or gabardine or tweed or white cloth turn white
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stay the same; remain in a certain state continue in a place, position, or situation be left; of persons, questions, problems, results, evidence, etc. stay behind
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a long narrow lagoon near the mouth of a river
to cause someone to lose clear vision, especially from intense light overcome as with astonishment or disbelief in a state of mental numbness especially as resulting from shock stunned or confused and slow to react (as from blows or drunkenness or exhaustion)
the trait of lacking restraint or control; reckless freedom from inhibition or worry a feeling of extreme emotional intensity forsake, leave behind give up with the intent of never claiming again leave behind empty; move out of stop maintaining or insisting on; of ideas or claims leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch
an elaborate and systematic plan of action the branch of military science dealing with military command and the planning and conduct of a war
become more focus on an area of activity or field of study be specific about suit to a special purpose devote oneself to a special area of work evolve so as to lead to a new species or develop in a way most suited to the environment developed or designed for a special activity or function
flesh of a medium-sized young chicken suitable for frying
remain present although waning or gradually dying be about leave slowly and hesitantly take one's time; proceed slowly move to and fro
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tenaciously unwilling or marked by tenacious unwillingness to yield not responding to treatment
qualities that are comparable examine and note the similarities or differences of be comparable consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous to form the comparative or superlative form on an adjective or adverb
in a courageous manner
make synchronous and adjust in time or manner happen at the same time make (motion picture sound) exactly simultaneous with the action arrange or represent events so that they co-occur operate simultaneously cause to indicate the same time or rate operating in unison
morally excellent in a state of sexual virginity
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assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group any of the equal portions into which the capital stock of a corporation is divided and ownership of which is evidenced by a stock certificate the allotment of some amount by dividing something the part played by a person in bringing about a result a sharp steel wedge that cuts loose the top layer of soil have in common use jointly or in common have, give, or receive a share of give out as one's portion or share communicate
a state of being confined (usually for a short time) a punishment in which a student must stay at school after others have gone home
a residential district located on the outskirts of a city suburbanites considered as a cultural class or subculture
(physics) a brief event in which two or more bodies come together an accident resulting from violent impact of a moving object a conflict of opposed ideas or attitudes or goals
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the fourth book of the Old Testament; contains a record of the number of Israelites who followed Moses out of Egypt an illegal daily lottery the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals a concept of quantity involving zero and units a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program the number is used in calling a particular telephone a symbol used to represent a number one of a series published periodically a select company of people a numeral or string of numerals that is used for identification a clothing measurement the grammatical category for the forms of nouns and pronouns and verbs that are used depending on the number of entities involved (singular or dual or plural) an item of merchandise offered for sale add up in number or quantity give numbers to enumerate put into a group determine the number or amount of place a limit on the number of
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a musical notation indicating one half step higher than the note named a long thin sewing needle with a sharp point (of something seen or heard) clearly defined ending in a sharp point having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions marked by practical hardheaded intelligence harsh having or emitting a high-pitched and sharp tone or tones extremely steep keenly and painfully felt; as if caused by a sharp edge or point having or made by a thin edge or sharp point; suitable for cutting or piercing (of a musical note) raised in pitch by one chromatic semitone very sudden and in great amount or degree quick and forceful changing suddenly in direction and degree
English chemist noted for his studies of molecular structures in plants (1886-1975) United States prizefighter who won the world middleweight championship five times and the world welterweight championship once (1921-1989) Irish playwright and theater manager in Dublin (1886-1958) United States historian who stressed the importance of intellectual and social events for the course of history (1863-1936) United States baseball player; first Black to play in the major leagues (1919-1972) United States poet; author of narrative verse (1869-1935) United States film actor noted for playing gangster roles (1893-1973)
an account of the series of events making up a person's life
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a condition requiring relief anything that is necessary but lacking the psychological feature that arouses an organism to action toward a desired goal; the reason for the action; that which gives purpose and direction to behavior a state of extreme poverty or destitution require as useful, just, or proper have need of have or feel a need for in such a manner as could not be otherwise
causing disapproval or protest
causing inconvenience lacking grace or skill in manner or movement or performance difficult to handle or manage especially because of shape not elegant or graceful in expression hard to deal with; especially causing pain or embarrassment socially uncomfortable; unsure and constrained in manner
without a flaw
needy people collectively poor enough to need help from others demanding or needing attention, affection, or reassurance to an excessive degree
an adornment consisting of a strip of a contrasting color or material a piece of braid, usually on the sleeve, indicating military rank or length of service V-shaped sleeve badge indicating military rank and service a kind or category a narrow marking of a different color or texture from the background mark with stripes
the seed of the cereal grass hardy annual cereal grass widely cultivated in northern Europe where its grain is the chief ingredient of black bread and in North America for forage and soil improvement whiskey distilled from rye or rye and malt
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Old World vine with lobed evergreen leaves and black berrylike fruits
the ability to present something (especially theatrical shows) in an attractive manner
light machine gun a pistol that will keep firing until the ammunition is gone or the trigger is released operating with minimal human intervention; independent of external control resembling the unthinking functioning of a machine without volition or conscious control
an elaborate and systematic plan of action the branch of military science dealing with military command and the planning and conduct of a war
concerned with religion or religious purposes worthy of respect or dedication made or declared or believed to be holy; devoted to a deity or some religious ceremony or use worthy of religious veneration (often followed by `to') devoted exclusively to a single use or purpose or person
a change of position that does not entail a change of location the act of changing location from one place to another a natural event that involves a change in the position or location of something a group of people with a common ideology who try together to achieve certain general goals a major self-contained part of a symphony or sonata a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end an optical illusion of motion produced by viewing a rapid succession of still pictures of a moving object a euphemism for defecation a general tendency to change (as of opinion) the driving and regulating parts of a mechanism (as of a watch or clock) the act of changing the location of something
a prominent or sensational but short-lived news event emotional agitation and excitement a rapid active commotion move an implement through move very slightly stir feelings in stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of affect emotionally summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic to begin moving, "As the thunder started the sleeping children began to stir" mix or add by stirring
a group of musicians playing or singing together a cast other than the principals the chorus of a ballet company an assemblage of parts or details (as in a work of art) considered as forming a whole a coordinated outfit (set of clothing)
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without hope because there seems to be no possibility of comfort or success of a person unable to do something skillfully certain to fail (informal to emphasize how bad it is) beyond hope of management or reform
make or become black
the quality of lacking taste and refinement
attractiveness that interests or pleases or stimulates a verbal formula believed to have magical force something believed to bring good luck (physics) one of the six flavors of quark attract; cause to be enamored control by magic spells, as by practicing witchcraft protect through supernatural powers or charms induce into action by using one's charm
a garment size for short or slender women very small
the act of drinking alcoholic beverages to excess
a proposal for an appropriate course of action
a sodium salt of carbonic acid; used in making soap powders and glass and paper a sweet drink containing carbonated water and flavoring
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(golf) the standard number of strokes set for each hole on a golf course, or for the entire course a state of being essentially equal or equivalent; equally balanced make a score (on a hole) equal to par
(paleontology) a bony plate that curves upward behind the skull of many ceratopsian dinosaurs an external body part consisting of feathers or hair about the neck of a bird or other animal a strip of pleated material used as a decoration or a trim ornamental objects of no great value
a request for information challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of pose a series of questions to pose a question conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting place in doubt or express doubtful speculation perplexed (as if being expected to know something that you do not know) marked by or given to doubt showing curiosity
the act of calling down a curse that invokes evil (and usually serves as an insult)
(philosophy) the philosophical theory that the self is all that you know to exist
having no intellectual or emotional or spiritual excitement deficient in originality or creativity; lacking powers of invention
the act of drawing spatially closer to something arrival that has been awaited (especially of something momentous) the temporal property of becoming nearer in time the moment of most intense pleasure in sexual intercourse move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress come to pass; arrive, as in due course reach or enter a state, relation, condition, use, or position to be the product or result be found or available; The furniture comes unassembled" come forth be a native of extend or reach exist or occur in a certain point in a series cover a certain distance come under, be classified or included happen as a result add up in number or quantity develop into be received come to one's mind; suggest itself come from; be connected by a relationship of blood, for example proceed or get along experience orgasm have a certain priority of the relatively near future
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a result a bodily process occurring due to the effect of some antecedent stimulus or agent a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation the manner in which something is greeted a phrase recited or sung by the congregation following a versicle by the priest or minister the speech act of continuing a conversational exchange the manner in which an electrical or mechanical device responds to an input signal or a range of input signals
offering little or no hope providing no shelter or sustenance unpleasantly cold and damp
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United States pioneer photographer famous for his portraits; was the official Union photographer for the American Civil War (1823-1896) United States financier noted for his love of diamonds and his extravagant lifestyle (1856-1917)
garden consisting of a small cultivated wood without undergrowth
cause to herd, drive, or crowd together fill or occupy to the point of overflowing to gather together in large numbers approach a certain age or speed overfilled or compacted or concentrated
an outer garment that has sleeves and covers the body from shoulder down; worn outdoors a thin layer covering something growth of hair or wool or fur covering the body of an animal put a coat on; cover the surface of; furnish with a surface cover or provide with a coat form a coat over
a licensed medical practitioner (Roman Catholic Church) a title conferred on 33 saints who distinguished themselves through the orthodoxy of their theological teaching children take the roles of physician or patient or nurse and pretend they are at the physician's office a person who holds Ph.D. degree (or the equivalent) from an academic institution alter and make impure, as with the intention to deceive give medical treatment to restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken
showing malicious ill will and a desire to hurt; motivated by spite
informal terms for a meal take in solid food eat a meal; take a meal take in food; used of animals only worry or cause anxiety in a persistent way use up (resources or materials) cause to deteriorate due to the action of water, air, or an acid
a period during which something or somebody is dominant or powerful the period during which a monarch is sovereign royal authority; the dominion of a monarch have sovereign power be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance
a creature of Teutonic mythology; usually represented as breathing fire and having a reptilian body and sometimes wings a fiercely vigilant and unpleasant woman a faint constellation twisting around the north celestial pole and lying between Ursa Major and Cepheus any of several small tropical Asian lizards capable of gliding by spreading winglike membranes on each side of the body
provide furniture with padding, springs, webbing, and covers
fossil fuel consisting of carbonized vegetable matter deposited in the Carboniferous period a hot fragment of wood or coal that is left from a fire and is glowing or smoldering burn to charcoal supply with coal take in coal
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force; every opportunity, an obligation; every possession, a duty"- John D.Rockefeller Jr the proper sphere or extent of your activities a form of trustworthiness; the trait of being answerable to someone for something or being responsible for one's conduct
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bear to eat put up with something or somebody unpleasant
a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience something or someone that provides a source of happiness a formal expression an activity that affords enjoyment sexual gratification
the act of playing a musical instrument the action of taking part in a game or sport or other recreation the performance of a part or role in a drama participate in games or sport act or have an effect in a specified way or with a specific effect or outcome play on an instrument play a role or part be at play; be engaged in playful activity; amuse oneself in a way characteristic of children replay (as a melody) perform music on (a musical instrument) pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind move or seem to move quickly, lightly, or irregularly bet or wager (money) engage in recreational activities rather than work; occupy oneself in a diversion pretend to be somebody in the framework of a game or playful activity emit recorded sound perform on a certain location put (a card or piece) into play during a game, or act strategically as if in a card game engage in an activity as if it were a game rather than take it seriously behave in a certain way cause to emit recorded audio or video manipulate manually or in one's mind or imagination use to one's advantage consider not very seriously be received or accepted or interpreted in a specific way behave carelessly or indifferently cause to move or operate freely within a bounded space perform on a stage or theater be performed or presented for public viewing cause to happen or to occur as a consequence discharge or direct or be discharged or directed as if in a continuous stream make bets stake on the outcome of an issue shoot or hit in a particular manner use or move employ in a game or in a specific position contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle exhaust by allowing to pull on the line
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select as an alternative over another
wind around; move along a circular course make round pronounce with rounded lips attack in speech or writing bring to a highly developed, finished, or refined state express as a round number become round, plump, or shapely curving and somewhat round in shape rather than jagged
relating to cells characterized by or divided into or containing cells or compartments (the smallest organizational or structural unit of an organism or organization)
travel through the air; be airborne having wings or as if having wings of a specified kind;  very fast; as if with wings
earnest
of the color of cream thick like cream
come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort make up something artificial or untrue
measuring instrument in which the echo of a pulse of microwave radiation is used to detect and locate distant objects
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prior to a specified or implied time
having finished or arrived at completion (of a route or journey etc.) continuing without requiring stops or changes from beginning to end over the whole distance to completion in diameter throughout the entire extent
make susceptible made susceptible
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the state or fact of existing everything that exists anywhere
in a clumsy manner
undergo or be subjected to undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) experience (emotional) pain put up with something or somebody unpleasant get worse feel pain or be in pain feel physical pain feel unwell or uncomfortable be given to undergo or suffer be set at a disadvantage
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make new
having or showing feelings of unwarranted importance out of overbearing pride
the cardinal number that is the sum of twenty-three and one being four more than twenty
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the cardinal number that is the sum of twenty-five and one being six more than twenty
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cause to be thrilled by some perceptual input feel sudden intense sensation or emotion tremble convulsively, as from fear or excitement fill with sublime emotion causing a surge of emotion or excitement causing quivering or shivering as by cold or fear or electric shock
the cardinal number that is the sum of twenty and one being one more than twenty
cause to grow thin or weak grow weak and thin or waste away physically very thin especially from disease or hunger or cold
(physics) a thermodynamic quantity equivalent to the capacity of a physical system to do work; the units of energy are joules or ergs forceful exertion enterprising or ambitious drive an imaginative lively style (especially style of writing) a healthy capacity for vigorous activity any source of usable power the federal department responsible for maintaining a national energy policy of the United States; created in 1977
the act of jostling (forcing your way by pushing) make one's way by jostling, pushing, or shoving come into rough contact with while moving
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small and light enough to be operated while you hold it in your hands
being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time after the expected or usual time; delayed of the immediate past or just previous to the present time having died recently of a later stage in the development of a language or literature; used especially of dead languages at or toward an end or late period or stage of development (used especially of persons) of the immediate past later than usual or than expected to an advanced time at an advanced age or stage in the recent past
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conveyance consisting of a wheeled support on which a camera can be mounted conveyance consisting of a wheeled platform for moving heavy objects a small replica of a person; used as a toy
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Englishman and Quaker who founded the colony of Pennsylvania (1644-1718) a university in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
a loud harsh or strident noise loud and persistent outcry from many people make loud demands utter or proclaim insistently and noisily compel someone to do something by insistent clamoring
raise
a very slow movement a swimming stroke; arms are moved alternately overhead accompanied by a flutter kick a slow mode of locomotion on hands and knees or dragging the body move slowly; in the case of people or animals with the body near the ground feel as if crawling with insects be full of show submission or fear swim by doing the crawl; they often don't know how to crawl"
a small replica of a person; used as a toy informal terms for a (young) woman
300 to 3000 megahertz
cause or do harm to
a human being
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the act of searching for something an attempt to acquire or gain something try to get or reach try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of make an effort or attempt go to or towards inquire for
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be envious of; set one's heart on wish ill or allow unwillingly
an animal that produces gametes (spermatozoa) that can fertilize female gametes (ova) a person who belongs to the sex that cannot have babies the capital of Maldives in the center of the islands
by or with respect to society in a social manner
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of notice or perceive make or write a comment on express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with
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a preliminary election where delegates or nominees are chosen one of the main flight feathers projecting along the outer edge of a bird's wing (astronomy) a celestial body (especially a star) relative to other objects in orbit around it coil forming the part of an electrical circuit such that changing current in it induces a current in a neighboring circuit of first rank or importance or value; direct and immediate rather than secondary not derived from or reducible to something else; basic most important element of or being the essential or basic part of primary importance
an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure anything that suggests a wall in structure or function or effect (anatomy) a layer (a lining or membrane) that encloses a structure a difficult or awkward situation a vertical (or almost vertical) smooth rock face (as of a cave or mountain) a layer of material that encloses space a masonry fence (as around an estate or garden) an embankment built around a space for defensive purposes surround with a wall in order to fortify
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a silly and inept person; someone who is regarded as stupid
large in number or quantity (especially of discourse) affording an abundant supply
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express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness make a formal accusation; bring a formal charge
the audience reached by television a close observer; someone who looks at something (such as an exhibition of some kind) an optical device for viewing photographic transparencies
completely; in a lofty and exalted manner
something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained a story about a crime (usually murder) presented as a novel or play or movie
with ease (`easy' is sometimes used informally for `easily') without question indicating high probability; in all likelihood
become worse or disintegrate grow worse
a loud bombastic declamation expressed with strong emotion pompous or pretentious talk or writing talk in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner
a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities become friends; act friendly towards
unroll, unfold, or spread out or be unrolled, unfolded, or spread out from a furled state
avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues) escape, either physically or mentally practice evasion use cunning or deceit to escape or avoid
English scholar remembered for his chronology of Shakespeare's plays and his editions of Shakespeare and Dryden (1741-1812)
the residue that remains when something is burned any of various deciduous pinnate-leaved ornamental or timber trees of the genus Fraxinus strong elastic wood of any of various ash trees; used for furniture and tool handles and sporting goods such as baseball bats convert into ashes
a cartoon character created by Walt Disney ludicrous, foolish
exaggerate one's acting
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a grammatical category in inflected languages governing the agreement between nouns and pronouns and adjectives; in some languages it is quite arbitrary but in Indo-European languages it is usually based on sex or animateness the properties that distinguish organisms on the basis of their reproductive roles
a seasonal wind in southern Asia; blows from the southwest (bringing rain) in summer and from the northeast in winter rainy season in southern Asia when the southwestern monsoon blows, bringing heavy rains any wind that changes direction with the seasons
the act of doing or performing again to say, state, or perform again make or do or perform again happen or occur again to say again or imitate do over repeat an earlier theme of a composition
a writer of literary works
a person who surrenders to (or is taken by) the enemy in time of war
a round fastener sewn to shirts and coats etc to fit through buttonholes an electrical switch operated by pressing any of various plant parts that resemble buttons a round flat badge displaying information and suitable for pinning onto a garment a female sexual organ homologous to the penis a device that when pressed will release part of a mechanism any artifact that resembles a button provide with buttons fasten with buttons
intense or sharp lavishly elegant and refined delicately beautiful of extreme beauty
characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion directly and without evasion; not roundabout
agency that oversees the intelligence relationships of the Treasury's offices and bureaus and provides a link between the Intelligence Community and officials responsible for international economic policy
the act of disrupting an established order so it fails to continue a mental or physical breakdown a cessation of normal operation an analysis into mutually exclusive categories
any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc. the occurrence of a change for the worse the act of damaging something or someone cause or do harm to
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variety of sweet eating apples greatly pleasing or entertaining extremely pleasing to the sense of taste
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families the members of a business organization that owns or operates one or more establishments the members of a religious community living together the audience gathered together in a theatre or cinema an official assembly having legislative powers aristocratic family line play in which children take the roles of father or mother or children and pretend to interact like adults (astrology) one of 12 equal areas into which the zodiac is divided the management of a gambling house or casino a social unit living together a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented a building in which something is sheltered or located contain or cover provide housing for
(physics) a thermodynamic quantity equivalent to the capacity of a physical system to do work; the units of energy are joules or ergs forceful exertion enterprising or ambitious drive an imaginative lively style (especially style of writing) a healthy capacity for vigorous activity any source of usable power the federal department responsible for maintaining a national energy policy of the United States; created in 1977
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure dispassionate;  resisting weight or pressure very strong or vigorous characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort produced without vibration of the vocal cords (of light) transmitted directly from a pointed light source (of speech sounds); produced with the back of the tongue raised toward or touching the velum given to excessive indulgence of bodily appetites especially for intoxicating liquors being distilled rather than fermented; having a high alcoholic content unfortunate or hard to bear dried out with effort or force or vigor with firmness earnestly or intently causing great damage or hardship slowly and with difficulty indulging excessively into a solid condition very near or close in space or time with pain or distress or bitterness to the full extent possible; all the way
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about your intention; what you intend to do a personal view an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth (music) melodic subject of a musical composition
carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in consume all of one's attention or time engage or hire for work ask to represent; of legal counsel give to in marriage get caught carry on (wars, battles, or campaigns) hire for work or assistance engage for service under a term of contract keep engaged attracting or delighting
move to and fro
a slippery or viscous liquid or liquefiable substance not miscible with water oil paint containing pigment that is used by an artist a dark oil consisting mainly of hydrocarbons any of a group of liquid edible fats that are obtained from plants cover with oil, as if by rubbing administer an oil or ointment to; often in a religious ceremony of blessing
something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings (pathology) an abnormal outgrowth or enlargement of some part of the body
a hand with the fingers clenched in the palm (as for hitting)
imagine to be the case or true or probable regard as untrustworthy; regard with suspicion; have no faith or confidence in hold in suspicion; believe to be guilty
United States playwright who collaborated with George S. Kaufman (1904-1961) United States lyricist who collaborated with Richard Rodgers (1895-1943) a male deer, especially an adult male red deer
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the location of something surrounded by other things not thin; of a specific thickness or of relatively great extent from one surface to the opposite usually in the smallest of the three solid dimensions having component parts closely crowded together relatively dense in consistency spoken as if with a thick tongue having a short and solid form or stature hard to pass through because of dense growth (of darkness) very intense (used informally) associated on close terms (used informally) stupid abounding; having a lot of with a thick consistency in quick succession
a high place the vertical dimension of extension; distance from the base of something to the top the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development (of a standing person) the distance from head to foot elevation especially above sea level or above the earth's surface
hold spellbound
a person who loves someone or is loved by someone an ardent follower and admirer a significant other to whom you are not related by marriage
the relative incidence of a particular disease an abnormally gloomy or unhealthy state of mind the quality of being unhealthful and generally bad for you
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indicating a lack of maturity
violent pangs of suffering severe spasm of pain hard or painful trouble or struggle
communicate vividly extend out or project in space transfer (ideas or principles) from one domain into another project on a screen cause to be heard draw a projection of make or work out a plan for; devise present for consideration, examination, criticism, etc. imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind put or send forth throw, send, or cast forward regard as objective extending out above or beyond a surface or boundary
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of long duration
the text appearing in a book, newspaper, or other printed publication a picture or design printed from an engraving a visible indication made on a surface availability in printed form a copy of a movie on film (especially a particular version of it) a fabric with a dyed pattern pressed onto it (usually by engraved rollers) a printed picture produced from a photographic negative put into print write as if with print; not cursive make into a print reproduce by printing
so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness
act of ascertaining or fixing the value or worth of an appraisal of the value of something
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the part of a scene that is near the viewer (computer science) a window for an active application move into the foreground to make more visible or prominent
a volatile liquid haloform (CHCl3); formerly used as an anesthetic anesthetize with chloroform
the failure to obey the trait of being unwilling to obey
a cruel and brutal fellow a hired thug be bossy towards discourage or frighten with threats or a domineering manner; intimidate very good
deserving or inciting pity inspiring mixed contempt and pity inspiring scornful pity
Roman martyr; supposedly Lawrence was ordered by the police to give up the church's treasure and when he responded by presenting the poor people of Rome he was roasted to death on a gridiron (died in 258) Welsh soldier who from 1916 to 1918 organized the Arab revolt against the Turks; he later wrote an account of his adventures (1888-1935) English portrait painter remembered for the series of portraits of the leaders of the alliance against Napoleon (1769-1830) English actress (1898-1952) United States physicist who developed the cyclotron (1901-1958) English novelist and poet and essayist whose work condemned industrial society and explored sexual relationships (1885-1930) a town in northeastern Kansas on the Kansas River; scene of raids by John Brown in 1856
a lump on the body caused by a blow something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings an impact (as from a collision) knock against with force or violence come upon, as if by accident; meet with dance erotically or dance with the pelvis thrust forward assign to a lower position; reduce in rank remove or force from a position of dwelling previously occupied
an awkward stupid person
an entertainer who has a sensational effect a shocking surprise an explosive bomb or artillery shell
set the level or character of equipped with or connected by gears or having gears engaged
beyond what is ordinary or usual; highly unusual or exceptional or remarkable far more than usual or expected (of an official) serving an unusual or special function in addition to those of the regular officials
a device or control that is very useful for a particular job the faculty of contriving; inventive skill an elaborate or deceitful scheme contrived to deceive or evade an artificial or unnatural or obviously contrived arrangement of details or parts etc. any improvised arrangement for temporary use the act of devising something
one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization) anything that belongs to a set or class an external body part that projects from the body an organization that is a member of another organization (especially a state that belongs to a group of nations) the male organ of copulation (`member' is a euphemism)
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be behind; approve of travel backward give support or one's approval to cause to travel backward support financial backing for be in back of place a bet on shift to a counterclockwise direction establish as valid or genuine strengthen by providing with a back or backing having a back or backing, usually of a specified type used of film that is coated on the side opposite the emulsion with a substance to absorb light
attract; cause to be enamored put into a trance capturing interest as if by a spell
incongruous; inviting ridicule arousing or provoking laughter
something that is inhaled a medication to be taken by inhaling it inhaling or serving for inhalation
the event consisting of the start of something the time at which something is supposed to begin the first part or section of something the place where something begins, where it springs into being the act of starting something take the first step or steps in carrying out an action have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense set in motion, cause to start begin to speak or say be the first item or point, constitute the beginning or start, come first in a series have a beginning, of a temporal event have a beginning characterized in some specified way begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object achieve or accomplish in the least degree, usually used in the negative begin to speak, understand, read, and write a language serving to begin
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as a devil; in an evil manner in a playfully devilish manner (used as intensives) extremely
a port in southern Lebanon on the Mediterranean Sea; formerly a major Phoenician seaport famous for silks
financial assistance in time of need something that aids or promotes well-being a performance to raise money for a charitable cause derive a benefit from be beneficial for
a social policy or racial segregation involving political and economic and legal discrimination against people who are not Whites; the former official policy in South Africa
archaic terms for army association of ex-servicemen a large military unit a vast multitude amounting to a large indefinite number
make stronger strengthen and support with rewards
remove or make invisible wipe out digitally or magnetically recorded information cut or eliminate
require as useful, just, or proper have need of have or feel a need for
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an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates a turning aside (of your course or attention or concern) an attack calculated to draw enemy defense away from the point of the principal attack
fearless daring aggressive boldness or unmitigated effrontery
the boundary of a surface a line determining the limits of an area a sharp side formed by the intersection of two surfaces of an object the attribute of urgency in tone of voice a slight competitive advantage the outside limit of an object or area or surface; a place farthest away from the center of something advance slowly, as if by inches provide with a border or edge lie adjacent to another or share a boundary provide with an edge
a person with an unusual or odd personality
a bottle opener that pulls corks move in a spiral or zigzag course
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make stronger strengthen and support with rewards given added strength or support (used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness
not being under control; out of control
the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection) the state of taking in or encircling a close affectionate and protective acceptance include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory squeeze (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own
the wife of your father by a subsequent marriage
a sudden sharp feeling a strong blow with a knife or other sharp pointed instrument informal words for any attempt or effort use a knife on stab or pierce poke or thrust abruptly
moving slowly and gently disinclined to work or exertion
in a mistaken manner
carry on (wars, battles, or campaigns) move from side to side
a sweetheart chosen to receive a greeting on Saint Valentine's Day a card sent or given (as to a sweetheart) on Saint Valentine's Day
an event that occurs at a critical time a crisis situation or point in time when a critical decision must be made the shape or manner in which things come together and a connection is made
an occurrence of something an item of information that is typical of a class or group clarify by giving an example of
put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose convert (from an investment trust to a unit trust) put to use
make a mess of, destroy or ruin manage badly or incompetently
engage in carry out or perform an action get (something) done proceed or get along give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity create or design, often in a certain way behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself spend time in prison or in a labor camp carry on or function arrange attractively travel or traverse (a distance) having finished or arrived at completion cooked until ready to serve
include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory squeeze (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own
the basic unit of money in Vietnam go `ding dong', like a bell
the act of mixing together mix together different elements open (a place) to members of all races and ethnic groups combine (electronic signals) add as an additional element or part to bring or combine together or with something else mix so as to make a random order or arrangement
adjust for make amends for; pay compensation for make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities make reparations or amends for do or give something to somebody in return make payment to; compensate receiving or eligible for compensation
a literary work based on the imagination and not necessarily on fact a deliberately false or improbable account
edge tool used in shaving shave with a razor
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either of two amphibious reptiles related to crocodiles but with shorter broader snouts
characterized by or given to yielding to the wishes of someone tolerant or lenient being favorably inclined
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the cardinal number that is the sum of nineteen and one a United States bill worth 20 dollars denoting a quantity consisting of 20 items or units
make smooth or smoother, as if by rubbing make (a surface) shine free from obstructions
a power tool used for sanding wood; an endless loop of sandpaper is moved at high speed by an electric motor having a surface free from roughness or bumps or ridges or irregularities smoothly agreeable and courteous with a degree of sophistication of the margin of a leaf shape; not broken up into teeth smooth and unconstrained in movement (music) without breaks between notes; smooth and connected of motion that runs or flows or proceeds without jolts or turbulence lacking obstructions or difficulties (of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves
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something that is of no importance the superlative of `little' that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by `the'; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree used to form the superlative
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morally or legally constraining or binding required by obligation or compulsion or convention
a substance used as a coating to protect or decorate a surface (especially a mixture of pigment suspended in a liquid); dries to form a hard coating (basketball) a space (including the foul line) in front of the basket at each end of a basketball court; usually painted a different color from the rest of the court makeup consisting of a pink or red powder applied to the cheeks make a painting apply paint to; coat with paint make a painting of apply a liquid to; e.g., paint the gutters with linseed oil
being ten more than one hundred seventy
a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn a hypothesis that is taken for granted the act of taking possession of or power over something celebration in the Roman Catholic Church of the Virgin Mary's being taken up into heaven when her earthly life ended; corresponds to the Dormition in the Eastern Orthodox Church (Christianity) the taking up of the body and soul of the Virgin Mary when her earthly life had ended audacious (even arrogant) behavior that you have no right to the act of assuming or taking for granted
a message that is stated or declared; a communication (oral or written) setting forth particulars or facts etc a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true (music) the presentation of a musical theme a nonverbal message the act of affirming or asserting or stating something (computer science) a line of code written as part of a computer program a document showing credits and debits
informal terms for a mother a name under which Ninkhursag was worshipped
a United States unit of weight equivalent to 2000 pounds a British unit of weight equivalent to 2240 pounds
a member of a conspiracy
make smooth or smoother, as if by rubbing make (a surface) shine free from obstructions made smooth by ironing
full of zest or vigor marked by richness and fullness of flavor suggestive of sexual impropriety designed or suitable for competing in a race
a very short skirt used of women's clothing; very short with hemline above the knee
a smooth lustrous round structure inside the shell of a clam or oyster; much valued as a jewel a shade of white the color of bleached bones a shape that is spherical and small gather pearls, from oysters in the ocean
one of the contractile organs of the body animal tissue consisting predominantly of contractile cells a bully employed as a thug or bodyguard authority or power or force (especially when used in a coercive way) possessing muscular strength make one's way by force
concluding state of pregnancy; from the onset of contractions to the birth of a child use of physical or mental energy; hard work work hard
uncontrollably noisy marked by or causing boisterous merriment or convulsive laughter
(obstetrics) the number of liveborn children a woman has delivered 100 para equal 1 dinar in Yugoslavia a soldier in the paratroops an estuary in northern Brazil into which the Tocantins River flows port city in northern Brazil in the Amazon delta; main port and commercial center for the Amazon River basin
a compound made artificially by chemical reactions not of natural origin; prepared or made artificially involving or of the nature of synthesis (combining separate elements to form a coherent whole) as opposed to analysis systematic combining of root and modifying elements into single words of a proposition whose truth value is determined by observation or facts artificial as if portrayed in a film not genuine or natural
of comparatively little physical weight or density (used of color) having a relatively small amount of coloring agent of the military or industry; using (or being) relatively small or light arms or equipment not great in degree or quantity or number psychologically light; especially free from sadness or troubles characterized by or emitting light (used of vowels or syllables) pronounced with little or no stress easily assimilated in the alimentary canal; not rich or heavily seasoned (used of soil) loose and large-grained in consistency (of sound or color) free from anything that dulls or dims moving easily and quickly; nimble demanding little effort; not burdensome of little intensity or power or force (physics, chemistry) not having atomic weight greater than average weak and likely to lose consciousness very thin and insubstantial marked by temperance in indulgence less than the correct or legal or full amount often deliberately so having little importance intended primarily as entertainment; not serious or profound silly or trivial designed for ease of movement or to carry little weight having relatively few calories (of sleep) easily disturbed casual and unrestrained in sexual behavior
to an extreme or greatly exaggerated degree in an uncontrolled or unrestrained manner with violent and uncontrollable passion
a large area of land preserved in its natural state as public property a piece of open land for recreational use in an urban area a facility in which ball games are played (especially baseball games) Scottish explorer in Africa (1771-1806) a lot where cars are parked a gear position that acts as a parking brake place temporarily maneuver a vehicle into a parking space
distinguish oneself
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an insane person
a person qualified to practice dentistry
something determined in relation to something that includes it something less than the whole of a human artifact a portion of a natural object that which concerns a person with regard to a particular role or situation the extended spatial location of something the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group an actor's portrayal of someone in a play assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group one of the portions into which something is regarded as divided and which together constitute a whole a line of scalp that can be seen when sections of hair are combed in opposite directions the melody carried by a particular voice or instrument in polyphonic music the part played by a person in bringing about a result go one's own way; move apart discontinue an association or relation; go different ways leave come apart force, take, or pull apart in part; in some degree; not wholly
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shockingly repellent; inspiring horror
remove the triggering device from
accept as true; take to be true judge or regard; look upon; judge be confident about something follow a credo; have a faith; be a believer credit with veracity
capital as contrasted with the income derived from it a collection of writings the main part of an organ or other bodily structure
the savage and excessive killing of many people
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to reach the highest point; attain maximum intensity, activity somewhat ill or prone to illness having or rising to a peak
a sudden and decisive increase an abrupt transition (film) an abrupt transition from one scene to another a sudden involuntary movement descent with a parachute the act of jumping; propelling yourself off the ground move forward by leaps and bounds move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm make a sudden physical attack on increase suddenly and significantly be highly noticeable enter eagerly into rise in rank or status jump down from an elevated point run off or leave the rails jump from an airplane and descend with a parachute cause to jump or leap start (a car engine whose battery is dead) by connecting it to another car's battery bypass pass abruptly from one state or topic to another go back and forth; swing back and forth between two states or conditions
after the expected or usual time; delayed
aerobic rod-shaped spore-producing bacterium; often occurring in chainlike formations; found primarily in soil originally thought to be a single vitamin but now separated into several B vitamins a trivalent metalloid element; occurs both in a hard black crystal and in the form of a yellow or brown powder a logarithmic unit of sound intensity equal to 10 decibels (physics) a unit of nuclear cross section; the effective circular area that one particle presents to another as a target for an encounter the 2nd letter of the Roman alphabet the blood group whose red cells carry the B antigen
the property of being untamed and ferocious the trait of extreme cruelty a brutal barbarous savage act
a member of the aristocracy
the line at which the sky and Earth appear to meet the range of interest or activity that can be anticipated a specific layer or stratum of soil or subsoil in a vertical cross section of land the great circle on the celestial sphere whose plane passes through the sensible horizon and the center of the Earth
come into the possession of something concrete or abstract enter or assume a certain state or condition cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition receive a specified treatment (abstract) reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress go or come after and bring or take back go through (mental or physical states or experiences) take vengeance on or get even achieve a point or goal cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner succeed in catching or seizing, especially after a chase come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness communicate with a place or person; establish communication with, as if by telephone give certain properties to something move into a desired direction of discourse grasp with the mind or develop an understanding of attract and fix reach with a blow or hit in a particular spot reach by calculation acquire as a result of some effort or action purchase perceive by hearing suffer from the receipt of receive as a retribution or punishment leave immediately; used usually in the imperative form reach and board irritate evoke an emotional response apprehend and reproduce accurately earn or achieve a base by being walked by the pitcher overcome or destroy be a mystery or bewildering to take the first step or steps in carrying out an action undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) make children
stopping and starting at irregular intervals
a signal that encodes something (e.g., picture or sound) that has been recorded the act of making a record (especially an audio record) a storage device on which information (sounds or images) have been recorded make a record of; set down in permanent form register electronically indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments be aware of be or provide a memorial to a person or an event
a member of a people with dark skin and hair who speak Romany and who traditionally live by seasonal work and fortunetelling; they are believed to have originated in northern India but now are living on all continents (but mostly in Europe, North Africa, and North America) a native or inhabitant of Bohemia in the Czech Republic a nonconformist writer or artist who lives an unconventional life of or relating to Bohemia or its language or people unconventional in especially appearance and behavior
a relation of direct opposition exact opposition a logical relation such that two propositions are contraries if both cannot be true but both can be false very opposed in nature or character or purpose of words or propositions so related that both cannot be true but both may be false resistant to guidance or discipline in an opposing direction
express a supposition expect, believe, or suppose to believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds take for granted or as a given; suppose beforehand require as a necessary antecedent or precondition required or under orders mistakenly believed doubtful or suspect based primarily on surmise rather than adequate evidence
cause to be calm or quiet as by administering a sedative to characterized by dignity and propriety dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises
the work of making something smooth and shiny by rubbing or waxing it make (a surface) shine improve or perfect by pruning or polishing bring to a highly developed, finished, or refined state
characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort
one of the digits of the foot the part of footwear that provides a covering for the toes forepart of a hoof (golf) the part of a clubhead farthest from the shaft walk so that the toes assume an indicated position or direction drive obliquely hit (a golf ball) with the toe of the club drive (a golf ball) with the toe of the club touch with the toe
interact in a certain way subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition provide treatment for act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression provide with a gift or entertainment provide with choice or abundant food or drink engage in negotiations in order to reach an agreement regard or consider in a specific way subjected to a physical (or chemical) treatment or action or agent given medical care or treatment; if left untreated it lasts two weeks" made hard or flexible or resilient especially by heat treatment
with ambition; in an ambitious and energetic manner
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a booth where a priest sits to hear confessions
hanging cloth used as a blind (especially for a window) any barrier to communication or vision provide with drapery
someone versed in the collection and interpretation of numerical data (especially someone who uses statistics to calculate insurance premiums)
decide by reasoning; draw or come to a conclusion bring to a close reach a conclusion after a discussion or deliberation come to a close reach agreement on
how long something has existed an era of history having some distinctive feature a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises a prolonged period of time a late time of life begin to seem older; get older grow old or older make older
cast an actor, singer, or dancer in an unsuitable role
despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession)
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a person unable to read not able to read or write uneducated in the fundamentals of a given art or branch of learning; lacking knowledge of a specific field lacking culture, especially in language and literature
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a plumbing fixture that sprays water over you washing yourself by standing upright under water sprayed from a nozzle a brief period of precipitation a sudden downpour (as of tears or sparks etc) likened to a rain shower someone who organizes an exhibit for others to see a party of friends assembled to present gifts (usually of a specified kind) to a person expend profusely; also used with abstract nouns spray or sprinkle with take a shower; wash one's body in the shower rain abundantly provide abundantly with
oblivious of dangers or perils or calmly resolute in facing them free from fear or doubt; easy in mind
severe overheating of the core of a nuclear reactor resulting in the core melting and radiation escaping a disaster comparable to a nuclear meltdown
people who are old collectively begin to seem older; get older grow old or older make older advanced in years; (`aged' is pronounced as two syllables) at an advanced stage of erosion (pronounced as one syllable) having attained a specific age; (`aged' is pronounced as one syllable) of wines, fruit, cheeses; having reached a desired or final condition; (`aged' pronounced as one syllable) (used of tobacco) aging as a preservative process (`aged' is pronounced as one syllable)
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(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed a degree in a continuum of size or quantity established customary state (especially of society) logical or comprehensible arrangement of separate elements a condition of regular or proper arrangement a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge) a commercial document used to request someone to supply something in return for payment and providing specifications and quantities a formal association of people with similar interests a body of rules followed by an assembly (usually plural) the status or rank or office of a Christian clergyman in an ecclesiastical hierarchy a group of person living under a religious rule (biology) taxonomic group containing one or more families a request for something to be made, supplied, or served (architecture) one of original three styles of Greek architecture distinguished by the type of column and entablature used or a style developed from the original three by the Romans the act of putting things in a sequential arrangement give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority make a request for something issue commands or orders for bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations bring order to or into place in a certain order appoint to a clerical posts arrange thoughts, ideas, temporal events assign a rank or rating to
forsake throw away sever all ties with, usually unceremoniously or irresponsibly make an emergency landing on water crash or crash-land cut a trench in, as for drainage
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a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent
any of various water-soluble compounds having a sour taste and capable of turning litmus red and reacting with a base to form a salt street name for lysergic acid diethylamide harsh or corrosive in tone being sour to the taste having the characteristics of an acid
make by combining materials and parts form or accumulate steadily build or establish something abstract improve the cleansing action of order, supervise, or finance the construction of give form to, according to a plan be engaged in building found or ground bolster or strengthen develop and grow (used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness
a wild and exciting undertaking (not necessarily lawful) any carefree episode
taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music move in a graceful and rhythmical way move in a pattern; usually to musical accompaniment; do or perform a dance skip, leap, or move up and down or sideways
walk as if unable to control one's movements walk with great difficulty to arrange in a systematic order astound or overwhelm, as with shock so surprisingly impressive as to stun or overwhelm
the property resulting from being or relating to the greater in number of two parts; the main part (elections) more than half of the votes the age at which persons are considered competent to manage their own affairs
conqueror of Gaul and master of Italy (100-44 BC) United States comedian who pioneered comedy television shows (born 1922)
the brush (small trees and bushes and ferns etc.) growing beneath taller trees in a wood or forest
constitution of the human body alternative names for the body of a human being make by combining materials and parts form or accumulate steadily build or establish something abstract improve the cleansing action of order, supervise, or finance the construction of give form to, according to a plan be engaged in building found or ground bolster or strengthen develop and grow
a light sharp contact (usually with something flexible) a short stroke a form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement flash intermittently look through a book or other written material cause to move with a flick throw or toss with a quick motion shine unsteadily twitch or flutter cause to make a snapping sound touch or hit with a light, quick blow remove with a flick (of the hand)
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a written explanation or criticism or illustration that is added to a book or other textual material
a member of the beat generation; a nonconformist in dress and behavior
used of persons or their behavior
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the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation the proper sphere or extent of your activities
not agitated; without losing self-possession completely clear and fine
any man who serves as a sponsor for a child at baptism someone having a relation analogous to that of a male sponsor to his godchild
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confined to and understandable by only an enlightened inner circle
a high-pitched woodwind instrument; a slender tube closed at one end with finger holes on one end and an opening near the closed end across which the breath is blown a tall narrow wineglass a groove or furrow in cloth etc (particularly a shallow concave groove on the shaft of a column) form flutes in
carry out require (time or space) take somebody somewhere get into one's hands, take physically take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect interpret something in a certain way; convey a particular meaning or impression take something or somebody with oneself somewhere take into one's possession travel or go by means of a certain kind of transportation, or a certain route pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives receive willingly something given or offered assume, as of positions or roles take into consideration for exemplifying purposes require as useful, just, or proper experience or feel or submit to make a film or photograph of something remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract serve oneself to, or consume regularly accept or undergo, often unwillingly make use of or accept for some purpose take by force occupy or take on admit into a group or community ascertain or determine by measuring, computing or take a reading from a dial be a student of a certain subject take as an undesirable consequence of some event or state of affairs head into a specified direction point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards be seized or affected in a specified way have with oneself; have on one's person engage for service under a term of contract receive or obtain regularly buy, select to get into a position of having, e.g., safety, comfort have sex with; archaic use lay claim to; as of an idea be designed to hold or take be capable of holding or containing develop a habit proceed along in a vehicle obtain by winning be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness
the extent downward or backward or inward degree of psychological or intellectual profundity (usually plural) the deepest and most remote part (usually plural) a low moral state the intellectual ability to penetrate deeply into ideas the attribute or quality of being deep, strong, or intense
(superlative of `many' used with count nouns and often preceded by `the') quantifier meaning the greatest in number the superlative of `much' that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by `the'; a quantifier meaning the greatest in amount or extent or degree used to form the superlative very (of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
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attractiveness that interests or pleases or stimulates a verbal formula believed to have magical force something believed to bring good luck (physics) one of the six flavors of quark attract; cause to be enamored control by magic spells, as by practicing witchcraft protect through supernatural powers or charms induce into action by using one's charm
important in effect or meaning fairly large too closely correlated to be attributed to chance and therefore indicating a systematic relation rich in significance or implication
any of several ornamental shrubs with shiny mostly evergreen leaves and clusters of small bell-shaped flowers (Greek mythology) a nymph who was transformed into a laurel tree to escape the amorous Apollo
to a high degree or extent; favorably or with much respect to an extreme degree
a young child
unknown god; an epithet of Prajapati and Brahma
knock against with force or violence come upon, as if by accident; meet with dance erotically or dance with the pelvis thrust forward assign to a lower position; reduce in rank remove or force from a position of dwelling previously occupied
(accounting) an intangible asset valued according to the advantage or reputation a business has acquired (over and above its tangible assets) the friendly hope that something will succeed a disposition to kindness and compassion
the circulating life energy that in Chinese philosophy is thought to be inherent in all things; in traditional Chinese medicine the balance of negative and positive forms in the body is believed to be essential for good health goddess personifying earth; counterpart of Akkadian Aruru
someone devoted to the promotion of human welfare and to social reforms an advocate of the principles of humanism; someone concerned with the interests and welfare of humans marked by humanistic values and devotion to human welfare of or relating to or characteristic of humanitarianism
consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect question or examine thoroughly and closely question closely put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to
a force that moves something along the gradual departure from an intended course due to external influences (as a ship or plane) a process of linguistic change over a period of time a large mass of material that is heaped up by the wind or by water currents a general tendency to change (as of opinion) the pervading meaning or tenor a horizontal (or nearly horizontal) passageway in a mine be in motion due to some air or water current wander from a direct course or at random move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment vary or move from a fixed point or course live unhurriedly, irresponsibly, or freely move in an unhurried fashion cause to be carried by a current drive slowly and far afield for grazing be subject to fluctuation be piled up in banks or heaps by the force of wind or a current
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relating to or characterized by charity full of love and generosity showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity
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the plot of a book or play or film
a calm, lengthy, intent consideration the phenomenon of a propagating wave (light or sound) being thrown back from a surface expression without words a likeness in which left and right are reversed the image of something as reflected by a mirror (or other reflective material) (mathematics) a transformation in which the direction of one axis is reversed a remark expressing careful consideration the ability to reflect beams or rays
pertaining to or concerned with the humanities marked or motivated by concern with the alleviation of suffering showing evidence of moral and intellectual advancement
have a certain weight show consideration for; take into account determine the weight of have weight; have import, carry weight to be oppressive or burdensome
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a privileged class holding hereditary titles the quality of elevation of mind and exaltation of character or ideals or conduct the state of being of noble birth
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United States clockmaker who introduced mass production (1785-1859) United States socialist who was a candidate for president six times (1884-1968) a radio broadcast journalist during World War I and World War II noted for his nightly new broadcast (1892-1981) Welsh poet (1914-1953) the Apostle who would not believe the resurrection of Jesus until he saw Jesus with his own eyes
an act of excessive simplification; the act of making something seem simpler than it really is a simplification that goes too far (to the point of misrepresentation)
to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common specifically or especially distinguished from others uniquely or characteristically
American Revolutionary leader and educator (born in Scotland) who signed of the Declaration of Independence and was president of the college that became Princeton University (1723-1794)
prepared and wrapped beforehand and ready for sale
loud cries made while weeping emit long loud cries cry weakly or softly vocally expressing grief or sorrow or resembling such expression
to cause to separate and go in different directions move away from each other;  distribute loosely sow by scattering cause to separate strew or distribute over an area occurring or distributed over widely spaced and irregular intervals in time or space lacking orderly continuity
impressive in appearance of or belonging to or constituting the hereditary aristocracy especially as derived from feudal times having or showing or indicative of high or elevated character inert especially toward oxygen
(folklore) a corpse that rises at night to drink the blood of the living
a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it the activity of providing goods and services involving financial and commercial and industrial aspects the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money a rightful concern or responsibility an immediate objective the volume of commercial activity business concerns collectively customers collectively incidental activity performed by an actor for dramatic effect
a native or inhabitant of Finland
taking care or paying attention as if with kid gloves; with caution or prudence or tact
not having reached maturity
jump lightly move quickly from one place to another travel by means of an aircraft, bus, etc. traverse as if by a short airplane trip jump across make a jump forward or upward
a slight wind (usually refreshing) any undertaking that is easy to do blow gently and lightly to proceed quickly and easily
money extracted as a penalty issue a ticket or a fine to as a penalty being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition minutely precise especially in differences in meaning thin in thickness or diameter characterized by elegance or refinement or accomplishment of textures that are smooth to the touch or substances consisting of relatively small particles free from impurities; having a high or specified degree of purity an expression of agreement normally occurring at the beginning of a sentence in a delicate manner
a productive insight the act of discovering something come upon, as if by accident; meet with discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of come upon after searching; find the location of something that was missed or lost establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds perceive or be contemporaneous with get something or somebody for a specific purpose make a discovery, make a new finding make a discovery obtain through effort or management decide on and make a declaration about receive a specified treatment (abstract) perceive oneself to be in a certain condition or place get or find back; recover the use of succeed in reaching; arrive at accept and make use of one's personality, abilities, and situation
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a percussion instrument consisting of a set of tuned bells that are struck with a hammer; used as an orchestral instrument emit a sound
any creature of exceptional size a person of exceptional importance and reputation an unusually large enterprise a very large person; impressive in size or qualities someone or something that is abnormally large and powerful an imaginary figure of superhuman size and strength; appears in folklore and fairy tales a very bright star of large diameter and low density (relative to the Sun) of great mass; huge and bulky
in a sluggish manner
easily agitated causing or fraught with or showing anxiety of or relating to the nervous system excited in anticipation unpredictably excitable (especially of horses)
an irrecoverable state of devastation and destruction a ruined building the process of becoming dilapidated an event that results in destruction failure that results in a loss of position or reputation destruction achieved by causing something to be wrecked or ruined destroy completely; damage irreparably destroy or cause to fail reduce to bankruptcy reduce to ruins deprive of virginity fall into ruin
a depressant and tranquilizer (trade name Rohypnol) often used in the commission of sexual assault; legally available in Europe and Mexico and Colombia
coming next after the eighteenth in position
experiencing or marked by or causing sadness or sorrow or discontent generalized feeling of distress causing discomfort marked by or producing unhappiness
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a person of subnormal intelligence
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impaired in function; especially of a bodily system or organ (of a trait or condition) failing to serve an adjustive purpose
disposed to believe on little evidence showing a lack of judgment or experience
any long and arduous undertaking a footrace of 26 miles 385 yards a battle in 490 BC in which the Athenians and their allies defeated the Persians
the cardinal number that is the sum of seven and one being one more than seven
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someone who promotes or exchanges goods or services for money
in a dishonorable manner or to a dishonorable degree
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not tractable; difficult to manage or mold
the activity of supplying or taking on fuel provide with a combustible substance that provides energy provide with fuel take in fuel, as of a ship stimulate
a superior skill that you can learn by study and practice and observation
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(New Testament) the Apostle closely associated with St. Paul and traditionally assumed to be the author of the third Gospel one of the four Gospels in the New Testament; contains details of Jesus's birth and early life
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mail that is distributed by a rapid and efficient system public transport consisting of a fast train or bus that makes only a few scheduled stops rapid transport of goods give expression to articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise serve as a means for expressing something indicate through a symbol, formula, etc. manifest the effects of (a gene or genetic trait) obtain from a substance, as by mechanical action send by rapid transport or special messenger service not tacit or implied without unnecessary stops by express
relatively low in price or charging low prices tastelessly showy of very poor quality; flimsy embarrassingly stingy
teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions fill, as with a certain quality undergo the process of infusion let sit in a liquid to extract a flavor or to cleanse introduce into the body through a vein, for therapeutic purposes
musteline mammal of prairie regions of United States; nearly extinct domesticated albino variety of the European polecat bred for hunting rats and rabbits hound or harry relentlessly hunt with ferrets search and discover through persistent investigation
a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear
a part of a river where the current is very fast
the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen either of two soft fleshy milk-secreting glandular organs on the chest of a woman meat carved from the breast of a fowl the part of an animal's body that corresponds to a person's chest meet at breast level reach the summit (of a mountain) confront bodily
the quality of causing destruction
in the Arabian Nights a boy who acquires a magic lamp from which he can summon a genie
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a metallic sound a comic verse of irregular measure make a sound typical of metallic objects
pass by
the trait of being resolute a formal expression by a meeting; agreed to by a vote bring to an end; settle conclusively reach a conclusion after a discussion or deliberation reach a decision understand the meaning of make clearly visible find the solution cause to go into a solution
(used as intensives reflecting the speaker's attitude) it is sincerely the case that
easily diffused or spread as from one person to another (of disease) capable of being transmitted by infection
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an Italian poet famous for writing the Divine Comedy that describes a journey through Hell and purgatory and paradise guided by Virgil and his idealized Beatrice (1265-1321)
increase twofold hit a two-base hit bend over or curl up, usually with laughter or pain do double duty; serve two purposes or have two functions bridge: make a demand for (a card or suit) make or do or perform again twice as great or many
a sudden noisy expulsion of air from the lungs that clears the air passages; a common symptom of upper respiratory infection or bronchitis or pneumonia or tuberculosis exhale abruptly, as when one has a chest cold or congestion
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stand in the way of pierce with a sharp stake or point secure with spikes bring forth a spike or spikes add alcohol to (beverages) manifest a sharp increase having a long sharp point
a piece of open land for recreational use in an urban area belonging to or participated in by a community as a whole; public having no special distinction or quality; widely known or commonly encountered; average or ordinary or usual common to or shared by two or more parties commonly encountered being or characteristic of or appropriate to everyday language of or associated with the great masses of people of low or inferior quality or value lacking refinement or cultivation or taste to be expected; standard
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underpants worn by men underpants worn by women a boxlike container in a piece of furniture; made so as to slide in and out the person who writes a check or draft instructing the drawee to pay someone else an artist skilled at drawing
badminton played with two players on each side tennis played with two players on each side a base hit on which the batter stops safely at second base a stand-in for movie stars to perform dangerous stunts someone who closely resembles a famous person (especially an actor) a quantity that is twice as great as another raising the stakes in a card game by a factor of 2 increase twofold hit a two-base hit bend over or curl up, usually with laughter or pain do double duty; serve two purposes or have two functions bridge: make a demand for (a card or suit) make or do or perform again
a watery solution of sugars, salts, and minerals that circulates through the vascular system of a plant a person who lacks good judgment a piece of metal covered by leather with a flexible handle; used for hitting people deplete excavate the earth beneath
facing facts or difficulties realistically and with determination
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feed, care for, and rear young birds for flight decorate with feathers grow feathers (of birds) having developed feathers or plumage; often used in combination (of an arrow) equipped with feathers
shabby and untidy
believing the worst of human nature and motives; having a sneering disbelief in e.g. selflessness of others
(Judeo-Christian and Islamic religions) chief spirit of evil and adversary of God; tempter of mankind; master of Hell an evil supernatural being a word used in exclamations of confusion a rowdy or mischievous person (usually a young man) a cruel wicked and inhuman person cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations coat or stuff with a spicy paste
a plant with a weak stem that derives support from climbing, twining, or creeping along a surface
have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined have care of or look after manage or run
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burden with too much work or responsibility load with excessive weight heavily burdened with work or cares
large gregarious predatory feline of Africa and India having a tawny coat with a shaggy mane in the male a celebrity who is lionized (much sought after) (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Leo the fifth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about July 23 to August 22
a human being a single organism being or characteristic of a single thing or person separate and distinct from others of the same kind characteristic of or meant for a single person or thing concerning one person exclusively
the person who plays that position on a football team gear consisting of ropes etc. supporting a ship's masts and sails gear used in fishing (American football) a position on the line of scrimmage (American football) grasping an opposing player with the intention of stopping by throwing to the ground accept as a challenge put a harness seize and throw down an opponent player, who usually carries the ball
exposing human folly to ridicule
something that can be used as an official medium of payment someone who waits on or tends to or attends to the needs of another a formal proposal to buy at a specified price car attached to a locomotive to carry fuel and water a boat for communication between ship and shore ship that usually provides supplies to other ships offer or present for acceptance propose a payment make a tender of; in legal settlements make tender or more tender as by marinating, pounding, or applying a tenderizer given to sympathy or gentleness or sentimentality hurting young and immature having or displaying warmth or affection easy to cut or chew physically untoughened (used of boats) inclined to heel over easily under sail (of plants) not hardy; easily killed by adverse growing condition
coming next after the tenth and just before the twelfth in position
assume a prim appearance contract one's lips dress primly affectedly dainty or refined exaggeratedly proper
enclose or enfold completely with or as if with a covering
to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course of a path e.g.
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something that hinders as if with bonds stick to firmly create social or emotional ties make fast; tie or secure, with or as if with a rope wrap around with something so as to cover or enclose secure with or as if with ropes bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted provide with a binding fasten or secure with a rope, string, or cord form a chemical bond with cause to be constipated
a person with the same name as another
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give pleasure to or be pleasing to be the will of or have the will (to) give satisfaction used in polite request
without possibility of mistake in a signal manner
a highly energetic and indefatigable person a team considered to be the best of its class an electrical generating station
a device for creating a current of air by movement of a surface or surfaces an enthusiastic devotee of sports an ardent follower and admirer strike out (a batter), (of a pitcher) make (an emotion) fiercer agitate the air separate the chaff from by using air currents
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent limited in size or scope (of children and animals) young, immature slight or limited; especially in degree or intensity or scope low or inferior in station or quality lowercase (of a voice) faint have fine or very small constituent particles not large but sufficient in size or amount made to seem smaller or less (especially in worth)
a large indefinite number the cardinal number that is the product of ten and one thousand too numerous to be counted
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defying expression or description too sacred to be uttered
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a switch that interrupts an electric circuit in the event of an overload a photograph from which the background has been cut away a part that is cut out or is intended to be cut out
a white sparkling wine either produced in Champagne or resembling that produced there a region of northeastern France
to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others spring forward on the hind legs cause (a horse) to bound spring forward ride a horse such that it springs and bounds forward
have weight; have import, carry weight
a result a bodily process occurring due to the effect of some antecedent stimulus or agent a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation the manner in which something is greeted a phrase recited or sung by the congregation following a versicle by the priest or minister the speech act of continuing a conversational exchange the manner in which an electrical or mechanical device responds to an input signal or a range of input signals
United States sculptor (born in 1924)
keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view
make timid or fearful to compel or deter by or as if by threats made timid or fearful as by threats
having or revealing supreme mastery or skill
total forgetfulness
a vehicle that can fly
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cause to suffer a blight annoy continually or chronically
a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn set forth beforehand, often as an explanation furnish with a preface or introduction take something as preexisting and given
immerse briefly into a liquid so as to wet, coat, or saturate dip into a liquid while eating go down momentarily stain an object by immersing it in a liquid take a small amount from switch (a car's headlights) from a higher to a lower beam lower briefly appear to move downward slope downwards dip into a liquid place (candle wicks) into hot, liquid wax immerse in a disinfectant solution plunge (one's hand or a receptacle) into a container scoop up by plunging one's hand or a ladle below the surface having abnormal sagging of the spine (especially in horses)
defying imitation; matchless
an irreverent mental attitude a disrespectful act
a feeling of joy and pride the property of being comparatively small in weight the gracefulness of a person or animal that is quick and nimble having a light color the visual effect of illumination on objects or scenes as created in pictures the trait of being lighthearted and frivolous
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eliminate urine aroused to impatience or anger very drunk
a state of high honor a portrayal of something as ideal the act of glorifying (as in worship)
a disposition to be friendly and approachable (easy to talk to)
no longer in force or use; inactive having ceased to exist or live
fix firmly and stably confine or restrict to the ground place or put on the ground instruct someone in the fundamentals of a subject bring to the ground hit or reach the ground throw to the ground in order to stop play and avoid being tackled behind the line of scrimmage hit a groundball hit onto the ground cover with a primer; apply a primer to connect to a ground use as a basis for; found on
make (to feel) fresh become or make oneself fresh again make fresh again
without any others being included or involved
(botany) a plant that completes its entire life cycle within the space of a year a reference book that is published regularly once every year completing its life cycle within a year occurring or payable every year
of concern to or concerning the affairs of other nations (other than your own) relating to or originating in or characteristic of another place or part of the world not contained in or deriving from the essential nature of something not belonging to that in which it is contained; introduced from an outside source
resembling a dream
an argument in which the participants are trying to gain some advantage making the motions of attack and defense with the fists and arms; a part of training for a boxer furnish with spars fight with spurs box lightly fight verbally
lacking ardor or vigor or energy evidencing little spirit or courage; overly submissive or compliant
direct one's attention on something cause to converge on or toward a central point bring into focus or alignment; to converge or cause to converge; of ideas or emotions become focussed or come into focus put (an image) into focus; we cannot enjoy the movie" being in focus or brought into focus (of light rays) converging on a point of an optical system (e.g. eye or opera glasses) adjusted to produce a clear image
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characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance
passing reference or indirect mention
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eat immoderately serve oneself to, or consume regularly spend extravagantly destroy completely use up (resources or materials) engage fully
a geometric element that has position but no extension the precise location of something; a spatially limited location a brief version of the essential meaning of something an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process an instant of time the object of an activity a V shape a very small circular shape the unit of counting in scoring a game or contest a promontory extending out into a large body of water a distinct part that can be specified separately in a group of things that could be enumerated on a list a style in speech or writing that arrests attention and has a penetrating or convincing quality or effect an outstanding characteristic sharp end any of 32 horizontal directions indicated on the card of a compass a linear unit used to measure the size of type; approximately 1/72 inch one percent of the total principal of a loan; it is paid at the time the loan is made and is independent of the interest on the loan a punctuation mark (.) placed at the end of a declarative sentence to indicate a full stop or after abbreviations a V-shaped mark at one end of an arrow pointer the dot at the left of a decimal fraction the property of a shape that tapers to a sharp tip a distinguishing or individuating characteristic the gun muzzle's direction a wall socket a contact in the distributor; as the rotor turns its projecting arm contacts them and current flows to the spark plugs indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively be oriented direct into a position for use direct the course; determine the direction of travelling be a signal for or a symptom of sail close to the wind mark (Hebrew words) with diacritics mark with diacritics mark (a psalm text) to indicate the points at which the music changes be positionable in a specified manner intend (something) to move towards a certain goal indicate the presence of (game) by standing and pointing with the muzzle give a point to repair the joints of bricks
any herbaceous plant having medicinal properties a person lacking intelligence or common sense having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved easy and not involved or complicated apart from anything else; without additions or modifications exhibiting childlike simplicity and credulity lacking mental capacity and subtlety (botany) of leaf shapes; of leaves having no divisions or subdivisions unornamented
the act of processing used or abandoned materials for use in creating new products cause to repeat a cycle use again after processing
(usually plural) a destructive action make a pillaging or destructive raid on (a place), as in wartimes cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly
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a state in east central United States a river formed by the confluence of two other rivers near Knoxville; it follows a U-shaped course to become a tributary of the Ohio River in western Kentucky
and nothing more absolutely absolutely; altogether; really in a simple manner; without extravagance or embellishment
form a coat over
not successful; having failed or having an unfavorable outcome failing to accomplish an intended result
without obstructions to passage or view characterized by an attitude of ready accessibility (especially about one's actions or purposes); without concealment; not secretive willingness or readiness to receive (especially impressions or ideas)
from first to last used to refer to cited works
high in price or charging high prices
with patience; in a patient manner
a heavy precious metallic element; grey-white and resistant to corroding; occurs in some nickel and copper ores and is also found native in some deposits
make certain of be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something
mix together different elements become plastic or fluid or liquefied from heat equip with a fuse; provide with a fuse make liquid or plastic by heating joined together into a whole
a way of regarding situations or topics etc. the appearance of things relative to one another as determined by their distance from the viewer
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make or cause to be or to become bring into existence pursue a creative activity; be engaged in a creative activity invest with a new title, office, or rank create by artistic means create or manufacture a man-made product
a set of three literary or dramatic works related in subject or theme
the ability to create
make a doodle; draw aimlessly
the contestant you hope to defeat be equal to in quality or ability be the rival of, be in competition with
something that should remain hidden from others (especially information that is not to be passed on) information known only to a special group something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained not open or public; kept private or not revealed conducted with or marked by hidden aims or methods not openly made known communicated covertly not expressed designed to elude detection hidden from general view or use (of information) given in confidence or in secret indulging only covertly having an import not apparent to the senses nor obvious to the intelligence; beyond ordinary understanding the next to highest level of official classification for documents
an electrical device that can interrupt the flow of electrical current when it is overloaded any igniter that is used to initiate the burning of a propellant mix together different elements become plastic or fluid or liquefied from heat equip with a fuse; provide with a fuse make liquid or plastic by heating
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a republic consisting of 26 of 32 counties comprising the island of Ireland; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1921 an island comprising the republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland
infinitely wise
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tending to intrude (especially upon privacy) of rock material; forced while molten into cracks between layers of other rock thrusting inward
a formally arranged gathering a small informal social gathering a casual or unexpected convergence the social act of assembling for some common purpose the act of joining together as one a place where things merge or flow together (especially rivers) come together get together socially or for a specific purpose be adjacent or come together fill or meet a want or need satisfy a condition or restriction satisfy or fulfill collect in one place get to know; get acquainted with meet by design; be present at the arrival of contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle experience as a reaction undergo or suffer be in direct physical contact with; make contact
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not lessened or diminished
someone who practices homosexuality; having a sexual attraction to persons of the same sex bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer full of or showing high-spirited merriment given to social pleasures often including dissipation brightly colored and showy offering fun and gaiety homosexual or arousing homosexual desires
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unskillfulness resulting from a lack of training having no qualities that would render it valuable or useful
characterized by propriety and dignity and good taste in manners and conduct according with custom or propriety
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the state of matter distinguished from the solid and liquid states by: relatively low density and viscosity; relatively great expansion and contraction with changes in pressure and temperature; the ability to diffuse readily; and the spontaneous tendency to become distributed uniformly throughout any container a fluid in the gaseous state having neither independent shape nor volume and being able to expand indefinitely a volatile flammable mixture of hydrocarbons (hexane and heptane and octane etc.) derived from petroleum; used mainly as a fuel in internal-combustion engines a state of excessive gas in the alimentary canal a pedal that controls the throttle valve a fossil fuel in the gaseous state; used for cooking and heating homes attack with gas; subject to gas fumes show off
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a conspicuous disparity or difference as between two figures an open or empty space in or between things a narrow opening a pass between mountain peaks a difference (especially an unfortunate difference) between two opinions or two views or two situations an act of delaying or interrupting the continuity make an opening or gap in
of or relating to nihilism
United States liquid unit equal to 4 quarts or 3.785 liters a unit of gravitational acceleration equal to one centimeter per second per second (named after Galileo) alliterative term for girl (or woman)
know and comprehend the nature or meaning of perceive (an idea or situation) mentally make sense of a language believe to be the case be understanding of
impossible to reconcile
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a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter restraint put into a person's mouth to prevent speaking or shouting prevent from speaking out be too tight; rub or press tie a gag around someone's mouth in order to silence them make jokes or quips struggle for breath; have insufficient oxygen intake cause to retch or choke make an unsuccessful effort to vomit; strain to vomit
composed of or covered with particles resembling meal in texture or consistency
the fans of a sport or famous person
noisy talk the rapid series of noises made by the parts of a machine the high-pitched continuing noise made by animals (birds or monkeys) click repeatedly or uncontrollably cut unevenly with a chattering tool talk socially without exchanging too much information speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly make noise as if chattering away
large in spatial extent or range or scope or quantity broad in scope or content of agriculture; increasing productivity by using large areas with minimal outlay and labor
one at a disadvantage and expected to lose
relating to or being a Christian church believing in personal conversion and the inerrancy of the Bible especially the 4 Gospels of or pertaining to or in keeping with the Christian gospel especially as in the first 4 books of the New Testament marked by ardent or zealous enthusiasm for a cause
a digestive juice secreted by the liver and stored in the gallbladder; aids in the digestion of fats
English film director noted for his skill in creating suspense (1899-1980)
a piece of cutlery with a shallow bowl-shaped container and a handle; used to stir or serve or take up food as much as a spoon will hold formerly a golfing wood with an elevated face scoop up or take up with a spoon snuggle and lie in a position where one person faces the back of the others
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a relatively small granular particle of a substance foodstuff prepared from the starchy grains of cereal grasses the side of leather from which the hair has been removed a weight unit used for pearls or diamonds: 50 mg or 1/4 carat 1/60 dram; equals an avoirdupois grain or 64.799 milligrams 1/7000 pound; equals a troy grain or 64.799 milligrams dry seed-like fruit produced by the cereal grasses: e.g. wheat, barley, Indian corn a cereal grass the smallest possible unit of anything the direction, texture, or pattern of fibers found in wood or leather or stone or in a woven fabric the physical composition of something (especially with respect to the size and shape of the small constituents of a substance) thoroughly work in paint (a surface) to make it look like stone or wood form into grains become granular
an exchange of ideas via conversation exchange thoughts; talk with express in speech use language reveal information divulge confidential information or secrets deliver a lecture or talk
matter that is solid at room temperature and pressure the state in which a substance has no tendency to flow under moderate stress; resists forces (such as compression) that tend to deform it; and retains a definite size and shape a three-dimensional shape characterized by good substantial quality of definite shape and volume; firm; neither liquid nor gaseous entirely of one substance with no holes inside of one substance or character throughout uninterrupted in space; having no gaps or breaks providing abundant nourishment of good quality and condition; solidly built not soft or yielding to pressure having three dimensions impenetrable for the eye financially sound of a substantial character and not frivolous or superficial meriting respect or esteem of the same color throughout acting together as a single undiversified whole
a stupid person; these words are used to express a low opinion of someone's intelligence
a statute in draft before it becomes law an itemized statement of money owed for goods shipped or services rendered a piece of paper money (especially one issued by a central bank) the entertainment offered at a public presentation an advertisement (usually printed on a page or in a leaflet) intended for wide distribution a sign posted in a public place as an advertisement a list of particulars (as a playbill or bill of fare) a long-handled saw with a curved blade a brim that projects to the front to shade the eyes horny projecting mouth of a bird demand payment advertise especially by posters or placards publicize or announce by placards
put up with something or somebody unpleasant recognize and respect (rights and beliefs of others) have a tolerance for a poison or strong drug or pathogen or environmental condition allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting
an act of mass destruction and loss of life (especially in war or by fire) the mass murder of Jews under the German Nazi regime from 1941 until 1945
a river in western Asia; rises in northeast Turkey and flows to the Caspian Sea
open again or anew
an unintentional but embarrassing blunder
the properties that distinguish organisms on the basis of their reproductive roles
substitute a person or thing for (another that is broken or inefficient or lost or no longer working or yielding what is expected) take the place or move into the position of put something back where it belongs put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items
activities that are enjoyable or amusing verbal wit or mockery (often at another's expense but not to be taken seriously) violent and excited activity a disposition to find (or make) causes for amusement
one celestial body obscures another be greater in significance than cause an eclipse of (a celestial body) by intervention
a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves)
a pause during which things are calm or activities are diminished a period of calm weather calm by deception become quiet or less intensive make calm or still
the act of indulging or gratifying a desire give free rein to yield (to); give satisfaction to enjoy to excess treat with excessive indulgence
a loud bombastic declamation expressed with strong emotion deliver a harangue to; address forcefully
reclaimed wool fiber cheap and shoddy of inferior workmanship and materials designed to deceive or mislead either deliberately or inadvertently
a republic in southwestern Europe on the Iberian Peninsula; Portuguese explorers and colonists in the 15th and 16th centuries created a vast overseas empire (including Brazil)
a period of 100 years ten 10s
narrowly and conventionally moral
in a dangerous manner
walk as if unable to control one's movements move sideways or in an unsteady way
United States chemist noted for discovering the series of chemical reactions in photosynthesis (1911-) Swiss theologian (born in France) whose tenets (predestination and the irresistibility of grace and justification by faith) defined Presbyterianism (1509-1564)
corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality lower in value by increasing the base-metal content corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones
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place limits on (extent or access) restrict or confine, "I limit you to two visits to the pub a day" prevent from leaving or from being removed close in; darkness enclosed him" deprive of freedom; take into confinement to close within bounds, limit or hold back from movement restricting the scope or freedom of action crowded
in a stubborn unregenerate manner
the face or front of a building a showy misrepresentation intended to conceal something unpleasant
the greatest possible degree of something final or latest limiting point as far as something can go the boundary of a specific area the mathematical value toward which a function goes as the independent variable approaches infinity the greatest amount of something that is possible or allowed place limits on (extent or access) restrict or confine, "I limit you to two visits to the pub a day" decide upon or fix definitely
an Old Testament book consisting of reflections on the vanity of human life; is traditionally attributed to Solomon but probably was written about 250 BC
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(statistics) the selection of a suitable sample for study items selected at random from a population and used to test hypotheses about the population measurement at regular intervals of the amplitude of a varying waveform (in order to convert it to digital form) take a sample of
cause to be attached be attached; be in contact with become attached create social or emotional ties take temporary possession of as a security, by legal authority
United States film actress noted for sex appeal (1926-1962) 5th President of the United States; author of the Monroe Doctrine (1758-1831) a town of southeast Michigan on Lake Erie a town in north central Louisiana
the (usually elliptical) path described by one celestial body in its revolution about another a particular environment or walk of life an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet" the path of an electron around the nucleus of an atom the bony cavity in the skull containing the eyeball move in an orbit
a republic in southern Europe on the Italian Peninsula; was the core of the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire between the 4th century BC and the 5th century AD
induce to have sex lure or entice away from duty, principles, or proper conduct
a severe recurring vascular headache; occurs more frequently in women than men
any foodstuff made by combining different ingredients an occurrence of an unusual mixture the invention of a scheme or story to suit some purpose the act of creating something (a medicine or drink or soup etc.) by compounding or mixing a variety of components
a state of shame or disgrace lacking honor or integrity bring shame or dishonor upon force (someone) to have sex against their will refuse to accept
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not dangerous to health; not recurrent or progressive (especially of a tumor) pleasant and beneficial in nature or influence kindness of disposition or manner
extended verbal expression in speech or writing an address of a religious nature (usually delivered during a church service) an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic to consider or examine in speech or writing carry on a conversation talk at length and formally about a topic
an often persistent bodily disorder or disease; a cause for complaining (formerly) a loud cry (or repeated cries) of pain or rage or sorrow an expression of grievance or resentment (civil law) the first pleading of the plaintiff setting out the facts on which the claim for relief is based (criminal law) a pleading describing some wrong or offense
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increase in size, volume or significance to enlarge beyond bounds or the truth make large enlarged to an abnormal degree
a young offender guilty of a misdeed failing in what duty requires past due; not paid at the scheduled time
a column of light (as from a beacon) a branch of an umbel or an umbelliform inflorescence (mathematics) a straight line extending from a point a group of nearly parallel lines of electromagnetic radiation the syllable naming the second (supertonic) note of any major scale in solmization any of the stiff bony spines in the fin of a fish cartilaginous fishes having horizontally flattened bodies and enlarged winglike pectoral fins with gills on the underside; most swim by moving the pectoral fins emit as rays extend or spread outward from a center or focus or inward towards a center expose to radiation
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act of improving by expanding or enlarging or refining a process in which something passes by degrees to a different stage (especially a more advanced or mature stage) (biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level a recent event that has some relevance for the present situation the act of making some area of land or water more profitable or productive or useful a district that has been developed to serve some purpose a state in which things are improving; the result of developing (as in the early part of a game of chess) processing a photosensitive material in order to make an image visible (music) the section of a composition or movement (especially in sonata form) where the major musical themes are developed and elaborated
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a relatively long narrow piece of something artifact consisting of a narrow flat piece of material an airfield without normal airport facilities a sequence of drawings telling a story in a newspaper or comic book thin piece of wood or metal a form of erotic entertainment in which a dancer gradually undresses to music take away possessions from someone get undressed remove the surface from remove substances from by a percolating liquid lay bare steal goods; take as spoils remove all contents or possession from, or empty completely strip the cured leaves from remove the thread (of screws) remove a constituent from a liquid take off or remove draw the last milk (of cows) remove (someone's or one's own) clothes
a mental or personality disturbance not attributable to any known neurological or organic dysfunction
a contagious skin infection caused by the itch mite; characterized by persistent itching and skin irritation a strong restless desire an irritating cutaneous sensation that produces a desire to scratch scrape or rub as if to relieve itching have or perceive an itch cause to perceive an itch have a strong desire or urge to do something
a duty that you are assigned to perform (especially in the armed forces) the instrument by which a claim or right or interest or property is transferred from one person to another the act of distributing something to designated places or persons (law) a transfer of property by deed of conveyance an undertaking that you have been assigned to do (as by an instructor) the act of putting a person into a non-elective position
sink below the surface; go under or as if under water cover completely or make imperceptible put under water fill or cover completely, usually with water beneath the surface of the water growing or remaining under water
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characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity free of noise or uproar; or making little if any sound not showy or obtrusive in a softened tone (of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves of the sun characterized by a low level of surface phenomena like sunspots e.g.
teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions fill, as with a certain quality undergo the process of infusion let sit in a liquid to extract a flavor or to cleanse introduce into the body through a vein, for therapeutic purposes
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a particular point in time an indefinitely short time at this time having important effects or influence a turning force produced by an object acting at a distance (or a measure of that force) the n-th moment of a distribution is the expected value of the n-th power of the deviations from a fixed value
according to tradition; in a traditional manner
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions what something is used for the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose propose or intend reach a decision
not famous or acclaimed having value that is not acknowledged
a domain in which something is dominant the domain ruled by a king or queen a knowledge domain that you are interested in or are communicating about
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people who are fearful and cautious showing fear and lack of confidence lacking self-confidence lacking conviction or boldness or courage
used for celebrating
one who precedes you in time (as in holding a position or office) something that precedes and indicates the approach of something or someone
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the total output of a writer or artist (or a substantial part of it)
absence of light or illumination absence of moral or spiritual values an unilluminated area the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside an unenlightened state devoid of or deficient in light or brightness; shadowed or black (used of color) having a dark hue brunet (used of hair or skin or eyes) stemming from evil characteristics or forces; wicked or dishonorable secret showing a brooding ill humor lacking enlightenment or knowledge or culture marked by difficulty of style or expression causing dejection having skin rich in melanin pigments not giving performances; closed
a small skullcap; formerly worn by schoolboys and college freshmen
any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted a specific piece of work required to be done as a duty or for a specific fee assign a task to use to the limit
subtly skillful handling of a situation
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of or pertaining to or resembling a dystopia as bad as can be; characterized by human misery
a monster able to change appearance from human to wolf and back again
a proportion in relation to a whole (which is usually the amount per hundred) assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group
an indirect (and usually malicious) implication
an authoritative person who divines the future someone who speaks by divine inspiration; someone who is an interpreter of the will of God
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an abject coward lacking even the rudiments of courage; abjectly fearful
(United Kingdom) a region created by territorial division for the purpose of local government (United States) the largest administrative district within a state
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a magnifier of images of distant objects crush together or collapse make smaller or shorter
of the most contemptible kind covered with scum
of very poor quality; flimsy
a silvery metallic element that is common in rare-earth minerals; used in magnesium and aluminum alloys the 25th letter of the Roman alphabet
an item inserted in a written record the act of beginning something new a written record of a commercial transaction something (manuscripts or architectural plans and models or estimates or works of art of all genres etc.) submitted for the judgment of others (as in a competition) something that provides access (to get in or get out) the act of entering
be in a huff and display one's displeasure
the science of matter; the branch of the natural sciences dealing with the composition of substances and their properties and reactions the chemical composition and properties of a substance or object the way two individuals relate to each other
interlace by or as if by weaving
pass time in a specific way pay out spend completely
relating to or caused by temperament subject to sharply varying moods likely to perform unpredictably; sometimes it would start and sometimes it wouldn't"
something of little value sewing that repairs a worn or torn hole (especially in a garment) repair by sewing
dispose or incline or entice to highly attractive and able to arouse hope or desire
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a boat propelled by a steam engine
something that is regarded as a chance event players buy (or are given) chances and prizes are distributed by casting lots
the corporate executive responsible for the operations of the firm; reports to a board of directors; may appoint other managers (including a president)
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break down
broadly or extravagantly humorous; resembling farce incongruous; inviting ridicule
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to a great depth psychologically
draw someone's attention away from something disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed
any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline) the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance alternative names for the body of a human being a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept the visual appearance of something or someone the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape') the supreme headquarters that advises NATO on military matters and oversees all aspects of the Allied Command Europe a perceptual structure shape or influence; give direction to make something, usually for a specific function give shape or form to
in an open way
sharp curved horny process on the toe of a bird or some mammals or reptiles a mechanical device that is curved or bent to suspend or hold or pull something a grasping structure on the limb of a crustacean or other arthropods a bird's foot move as if by clawing, seizing, or digging clutch as if in panic scratch, scrape, pull, or dig with claws or nails attack as if with claws
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in a shrewd manner
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the quality of being dishonest lack of honesty; acts of lying or cheating or stealing
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one-piece garment fashioned after a parachutist's uniform
property that is leased or rented out or let make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen actively cause something to happen consent to, give permission cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition leave unchanged grant use or occupation of under a term of contract
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a force that moves something along the act of applying force suddenly
a share of the profits (film) an immediate transition from one shot to the next a trench resembling a furrow that was made by erosion or excavation a step on some scale a wound made by cutting a piece of meat that has been cut from an animal carcass a remark capable of wounding mentally a distinct selection of music from a recording or a compact disc the omission that is made when an editorial change shortens a written passage the style in which a garment is cut a canal made by erosion or excavation a refusal to recognize someone you know in baseball; a batter's attempt to hit a pitched ball (sports) a stroke that puts reverse spin on the ball the division of a deck of cards before dealing the act of penetrating or opening open with a sharp edge the act of cutting something into parts the act of shortening something by chopping off the ends the act of reducing the amount or number an unexcused absence from class separate with or as if with an instrument cut down on; make a reduction in turn sharply; change direction abruptly make an incision or separation discharge from a group form by probing, penetrating, or digging style and tailor in a certain fashion hit (a ball) with a spin so that it turns in the opposite direction make out and issue cut and assemble the components of intentionally fail to attend be able to manage or manage successfully give the appearance or impression of move (one's fist) pass directly and often in haste pass through or across make an abrupt change of image or sound stop filming make a recording of record a performance on (a medium) create by duplicating data form or shape by cutting or incising perform or carry out function as a cutting instrument allow incision or separation divide a deck of cards at random into two parts to make selection difficult cause to stop operating by disengaging a switch reap or harvest fell by sawing; hew penetrate injuriously refuse to acknowledge shorten as if by severing the edges or ends of weed out unwanted or unnecessary things dissolve by breaking down the fat of have a reducing effect cease, stop reduce in scope while retaining essential elements lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture have grow through the gums grow through the gums cut off the testicles (of male animals such as horses) separated into parts or laid open or penetrated with a sharp edge or instrument fashioned or shaped by cutting with parts removed made neat and tidy by trimming (used of grass or vegetation) cut down with a hand implement or machine (of pages of a book) having the folds of the leaves trimmed or slit (of a male animal) having the testicles removed (used of rates or prices) reduced usually sharply mixed with water
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a small open container usually used for drinking; usually has a handle the quantity a cup will hold any cup-shaped concavity a United States liquid unit equal to 8 fluid ounces cup-shaped plant organ a punch served in a pitcher instead of a punch bowl the hole (or metal container in the hole) on a golf green a large metal vessel with two handles that is awarded as a trophy to the winner of a competition form into the shape of a cup put into a cup treat by applying evacuated cups to the patient's skin
an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates a turning aside (of your course or attention or concern) an attack calculated to draw enemy defense away from the point of the principal attack
dislike intensely; feel antipathy or aversion towards put on or wear a hat furnish with a hat treated with contempt
arouse or elicit a feeling act as a stimulant stir feelings in cause to be agitated, excited, or roused stimulate sexually stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of raise to a higher energy level produce a magnetic field in
someone who takes the place of another person go back and forth; swing back and forth between two states or conditions exchange people temporarily to fulfill certain jobs and functions be an understudy or alternate for a role reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action) do something in turns every second one of a series serving or used in place of another occurring by turns; first one and then the other of leaves and branches etc; first on one side and then on the other in two ranks along an axis; not paired
a degree or grade of excellence or worth diameter of a tube or gun barrel
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the place where something begins, where it springs into being a document (or organization) from which information is obtained anything that provides inspiration for later work a facility where something is available a person who supplies information someone who originates or causes or initiates something (technology) a process by which energy or a substance enters a system anything (a person or animal or plant or substance) in which an infectious agent normally lives and multiplies a publication (or a passage from a publication) that is referred to get (a product) from another country or business specify the origin of
an actor's line that immediately precedes and serves as a reminder for some action or speech evidence that helps to solve a problem a stimulus that provides information about what to do sports implement consisting of a tapering rod used to strike a cue ball in pool or billiards assist (somebody acting or reciting) by suggesting the next words of something forgotten or imperfectly learned
with intention; in an intentional manner in a deliberate unhurried manner
an awkward and inexperienced youth a male child (a familiar term of address to a boy) the young of certain carnivorous mammals such as the bear or wolf or lion give birth to cubs
mixing the serious with the comic with comic predominating
the act of catching an object with the hands a spell of cold weather tender green beans without strings that easily snap into sections a crisp round cookie flavored with ginger the noise produced by the rapid movement of a finger from the tip to the base of the thumb on the same hand a sudden sharp noise a sudden breaking the tendency of a body to return to its original shape after it has been stretched or compressed an informal photograph; usually made with a small hand-held camera a fastener used on clothing; fastens with a snapping sound any undertaking that is easy to do the act of snapping the fingers; movement of a finger from the tip to the base of the thumb on the same hand (American football) putting the ball in play by passing it (between the legs) to a back utter in an angry, sharp, or abrupt tone separate or cause to separate abruptly break suddenly and abruptly, as under tension move or strike with a noise close with a snapping motion make a sharp sound move with a snapping sound to grasp hastily or eagerly put in play with a snap cause to make a snapping sound lose control of one's emotions bring the jaws together record on photographic film
a British teenager or young adult in the 1960s; noted for their clothes consciousness and opposition to the rockers relating to a recently developed fashion or style; 
a Christian celebration of the Resurrection of Christ; celebrated on the Sunday following the first full moon after the vernal equinox a wind from the east
arouse or elicit a feeling act as a stimulant stir feelings in cause to be agitated, excited, or roused stimulate sexually stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of raise to a higher energy level produce a magnetic field in (of persons) excessively affected by emotion in an aroused state marked by uncontrolled excitement or emotion (of e.g. a molecule) made reactive or more reactive
the emotion of intense dislike; a feeling of dislike so strong that it demands action dislike intensely; feel antipathy or aversion towards put on or wear a hat furnish with a hat
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an exceptional interest in and admiration for yourself
group of people related by blood or marriage
expressing sorrowfulness
an admission of misdeeds or faults a written document acknowledging an offense and signed by the guilty party (Roman Catholic Church) the act of a penitent disclosing his sinfulness before a priest in the sacrament of penance in the hope of absolution a public declaration of your faith the document that spells out the belief system of a given church (especially the Reformation churches of the 16th century)
of no value
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above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent significant very intense loud and firm conspicuous in position or importance prodigious exhibiting self-importance feeling self-importance (of animals) fully developed marked by intense physical force generous and understanding and tolerant given or giving freely in an advanced stage of pregnancy extremely well in a boastful manner on a grand scale in a major way
an authoritative direction or instruction to do something an attempt to get something a formal proposal to buy at a specified price (bridge) the number of tricks a bridge player is willing to contract to make propose a payment invoke upon ask for or request earnestly make a demand, as for a card or a suit or a show of hands make a serious effort to attain something ask someone in a friendly way to do something
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a vaguely specified concern some situation or event that is thought about that which has mass and occupies space a problem (used with negation) having consequence written works (especially in books or magazines) have weight; have import, carry weight
save from sins restore the honor or worth of to turn in (vouchers or coupons) and receive something in exchange exchange or buy back for money; under threat pay off (loans or promissory notes) convert into cash; of commercial papers
your occupation or line of work
cause to feel resentment or indignation act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises strike with disgust or revulsion hurt the feelings of
illusory perception; a common symptom of severe mental disorder a mistaken or unfounded opinion or idea an object perceived during a hallucinatory episode
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a small piece or quantity of something a small fragment of something broken off from the whole an indefinitely short time an instance of some kind piece of metal held in horse's mouth by reins and used to control the horse while riding a unit of measurement of information (from binary + digit); the amount of information in a system having two equiprobable states a small amount of solid food; a mouthful a small fragment a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program the part of a key that enters a lock and lifts the tumblers the cutting part of a drill; usually pointed and threaded and is replaceable in a brace or bitstock or drill press to grip, cut off, or tear with or as if with the teeth or jaws cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort penetrate or cut, as with a knife deliver a sting to
the sound of knocking (as on a door or in an engine or bearing) negative criticism a vigorous blow a bad experience the act of hitting vigorously deliver a sharp blow or push :"He knocked the glass clear across the room" rap with the knuckles knock against with force or violence make light, repeated taps on a surface sound like a car engine that is firing too early find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws
(Roman Catholic Church) Roman priest who became bishop of Milan; the first Church Father born and raised in the Christian faith; composer of hymns; imposed orthodoxy on the early Christian church and built up its secular power; a saint and Doctor of the Church (340?-397)
power to be effective; the quality of being able to bring about an effect capacity to produce strong physiological or chemical effects
negligent of neatness especially in dress and person; habitually dirty and unkempt
one of the two competitions in the next to the last round of an elimination tournament a truck consisting of a tractor and trailer together a trailer having wheels only in the rear; the front is supported by the towing vehicle
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to travel behind, go after, come after be later in time come as a logical consequence; follow logically travel along a certain course act in accordance with someone's rules, commands, or wishes come after in time, as a result behave in accordance or in agreement with be next choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans to bring something about at a later time than imitate in behavior; take as a model follow, discover, or ascertain the course of development of something follow with the eyes or the mind be the successor (of) perform an accompaniment to keep informed to be the product or result accept and follow the leadership or command or guidance of adhere to or practice work in a specific place, with a specific subject, or in a specific function keep under surveillance follow in or as if in pursuit grasp the meaning keep to
not penitent or remorseful stubbornly persistent in wrongdoing
the act of forcing out someone or something squeezing out by applying pressure the act of expelling or projecting or ejecting
to bring or combine together or with something else
the rate of flow of energy or particles across a given surface a flow or discharge a substance added to molten metals to bond with impurities that can then be readily removed excessive discharge of liquid from a cavity or organ (as in watery diarrhea) a state of uncertainty about what should be done (usually following some important event) preceding the establishment of a new direction of action the lines of force surrounding a permanent magnet or a moving charged particle (physics) the number of changes in energy flow across a given surface per unit area in constant change move or progress freely as if in a stream become liquid or fluid when heated mix together different elements
physical energy or intensity
something that serves to indicate or suggest the act of indicating or pointing out by name (medicine) a reason to prescribe a drug or perform a procedure something (as a course of action) that is indicated as expedient or necessary a datum about some physical state that is presented to a user by a meter or similar instrument
get temporarily take up and practice as one's own
move or cause to move with a sudden jerky motion disturb (someone's) composure bumped or shaken jerkily disturbed psychologically as if by a physical jolt or shock
ordinariness as a consequence of being average and not outstanding a person of second-rate ability or value
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devoid of good sense or judgment having or revealing stupidity
(geology) a rise of land to a higher elevation (as in the process of mountain building) a brassiere that lifts and supports the breasts fill with high spirits; fill with optimism lift up from the earth, as by geologic forces lift up or elevate
the act of searching someone for concealed weapons or illegal drugs play boisterously search as for concealed weapons by running the hands rapidly over the clothing and through the pockets
before any deductions lacking fine distinctions or detail repellently fat visible to the naked eye (especially of rocks and anatomical features) without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers conspicuously and tastelessly indecent conspicuously and outrageously bad or reprehensible
many times at short intervals frequently or in great quantities in many cases or instances
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full of or characterized by humor
small wild or domesticated web-footed broad-billed swimming bird usually having a depressed body and short legs (cricket) a score of nothing by a batsman flesh of a duck (domestic or wild) a heavy cotton fabric of plain weave; used for clothing and tents to move (the head or body) quickly downwards or away submerge or plunge suddenly dip into a liquid avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)
characterized by grandeur
the posterior part of a human (or animal) body from the neck to the end of the spine the side that goes last or is not normally seen the part of something that is furthest from the normal viewer (football) a person who plays in the backfield the series of vertebrae forming the axis of the skeleton and protecting the spinal cord the protective covering on the front, back, and spine of a book the part of a garment that covers the back of your body a support that you can lean against while sitting (American football) the position of a player on a football team who is stationed behind the line of scrimmage be behind; approve of travel backward give support or one's approval to cause to travel backward support financial backing for be in back of place a bet on shift to a counterclockwise direction establish as valid or genuine strengthen by providing with a back or backing related to or located at the back located at or near the back of an animal of an earlier date in or to or toward a former location at or to or toward the back or rear in or to or toward an original condition in or to or toward a past time in reply in repayment or retaliation
wear off or die down sink to a lower level or form a depression sink down or precipitate descend into or as if into some soft substance or place
process (a film or photographic plate) less than the required time or in an ineffective solution or at an insufficiently high temperature relating to societies in which capital needed to industrialize is in short supply not yet fully developed
Roman poet noted for epigrams (first century BC) (of persons) befitting a warrior suggesting war or military life of or relating to the armed forces
having strength or power greater than average or expected not faint or feeble having or wielding force or authority having a strong physiological or chemical effect immune to attack; incapable of being tampered with of good quality and condition; solidly built of verbs not having standard (or regular) inflection being distilled rather than fermented; having a high alcoholic content freshly made or left strong and sure
despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession)
polished surface that forms images by reflecting light a faithful depiction or reflection reflect as if in a mirror reflect or resemble
stick of wax with a wick in the middle the basic unit of luminous intensity adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites; equal to 1/60 of the luminous intensity per square centimeter of a black body radiating at the temperature of 2,046 degrees Kelvin examine eggs for freshness by holding them against a light
to move about or proceed hurriedly
abrupt electric discharge from cloud to cloud or from cloud to earth accompanied by the emission of light the flash of light that accompanies an electric discharge in the atmosphere (or something resembling such a flash); can scintillate for a second or more
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small dark geese that breed in the north and migrate southward
speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way pronounce judgment on strongly marked; easily noticeable
an ordered reference standard relative magnitude the ratio between the size of something and a representation of it a specialized leaf or bract that protects a bud or catkin a thin flake of dead epidermis shed from the surface of the skin (music) a series of notes differing in pitch according to a specific scheme (usually within an octave) a measuring instrument for weighing; shows amount of mass an indicator having a graduated sequence of marks a metal sheathing of uniform thickness (such as the shield attached to an artillery piece to protect the gunners) a flattened rigid plate forming part of the body covering of many animals measure by or as if by a scale pattern, make, regulate, set, measure, or estimate according to some rate or standard take by attacking with scaling ladders reach the highest point of climb up by means of a ladder remove the scales from measure with or as if with scales size or measure according to a scale
Iraqi leader who waged war against Iran; his invasion of Kuwait led to the Gulf War (born in 1937)
an unmarried girl (especially a virgin) (cricket) an over in which no runs are scored serving to set in motion
someone who perpetrates wrongdoing
close interaction the act of touching physically the state or condition of touching or of being in immediate proximity the physical coming together of two or more things a person who is in a position to give you special assistance a channel for communication between groups (electronics) a junction where things (as two electrical conductors) touch or are in physical contact a communicative interaction a thin curved glass or plastic lens designed to fit over the cornea in order to correct vision or to deliver medication be in or establish communication with be in direct physical contact with; make contact
a domesticated animal kept for companionship or amusement a special loved one a fit of petulance or sulkiness (especially at what is felt to be a slight) using a computerized radiographic technique to examine the metabolic activity in various tissues (especially in the brain) stroke or caress gently stroke or caress in an erotic manner, as during lovemaking preferred above all others and treated with partiality
an excited state of a stable particle causing a sharp maximum in the probability of absorption of electromagnetic radiation a vibration of large amplitude produced by a relatively small vibration near the same frequency of vibration as the natural frequency of the resonating system having the character of a loud deep sound; the quality of being resonant a relationship of mutual understanding or trust and agreement between people the quality imparted to voiced speech sounds by the action of the resonating chambers of the throat and mouth and nasal cavities
the act of making up your mind about something a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration (boxing) a victory won on points when no knockout has occurred the outcome of a game or contest the trait of resoluteness as evidenced by firmness of character or purpose
a self-report personality inventory based on Hans Eysenck's factor analysis of personality which assumes three basic factors (the two most important being extraversion to introversion and neuroticism)
liveliness and energy
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directed or facing toward the back or rear (used of temperament or behavior) marked by a retiring nature retarded in intellectual development having made less than normal progress at or to or toward the back or rear in a manner or order or direction the reverse of normal in or to or toward a past time
(computer science) the smallest discrete component of an image or picture on a CRT screen (usually a colored dot)
draw someone's attention away from something disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed
a writing implement with a point from which ink flows an enclosure for confining livestock a portable enclosure in which babies may be left to play a correctional institution for those convicted of major crimes female swan produce a literary work
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connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces make a logical or causal connection be or become joined or united or linked join by means of communication equipment land on or hit solidly join for the purpose of communication be scheduled so as to provide continuing service, as in transportation establish a rapport or relationship establish communication with someone plug into an outlet hit or play a ball successfully
as a verb by means of language
North American songbirds having a yellow breast a songbird that lives mainly on the ground in open country; has streaky brown plumage any of numerous predominantly Old World birds noted for their singing any carefree episode play boisterously
liquid excretory product informal terms for urination eliminate urine
a long narrative poem telling of a hero's deeds very imposing or impressive; surpassing the ordinary (especially in size or scale) constituting or having to do with or suggestive of a literary epic
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showing firm determination or purpose with firmness
without law or control
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attract; cause to be enamored attract strongly, as if with a magnet cast a spell over someone or something; put a hex on someone or something under a spell
levy a tax on set or determine the amount of (a payment such as a fine) use to the limit make a charge against or accuse not easily borne; wearing; I only had to greet the guests"
recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection keep in mind for attention or consideration recapture the past; indulge in memories show appreciation to mention favorably, as in prayer mention as by way of greeting or to indicate friendship exercise, or have the power of, memory call to remembrance; keep alive the memory of someone or something, as in a ceremony
uniquely or characteristically in a manner differing from the usual or expected to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
continue a certain state, condition, or activity continue talking keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last move ahead; travel onward in time or space allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature do something repeatedly and showing no intention to stop continue after an interruption continue in a place, position, or situation span an interval of distance, space or time exist over a prolonged period of time remaining in force or being carried on without letup of long duration
the attire worn in a play or at a fancy dress ball unusual or period attire not characteristic of or appropriate to the time and place the prevalent fashion of dress (including accessories and hair style as well as garments) the attire characteristic of a country or a time or a social class dress in a costume furnish with costumes; as for a film or play
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a large bomb used to demolish extensive areas (as a city block) an unusually successful hit with widespread popularity and huge sales (especially a movie or play or recording or novel)
psychic activity just below the level of awareness just below the level of consciousness
serving to restrict (of tariff) protective of national interests by restricting imports
the act of singing in a monotonous tone recite with musical intonation; recite as a chant or a psalm utter monotonously and repetitively and rhythmically
a prisoner who is held by one party to insure that another party will meet specified terms
involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians of or relating to your views about social relationships involving authority or power of or relating to the profession of governing
a dance involving a rhythmical stamping step walk heavily
obscene terms for feces obscene words for unacceptable behavior have a bowel movement
dress in a costume furnish with costumes; as for a film or play dressed in clothing characteristic of a period, country, or class
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make unrecognizable
someone who rejects the established culture; advocates extreme liberalism in politics and lifestyle
continue talking or writing in a desultory manner move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment
benefit moral excellence or admirableness that which is pleasing or valuable or useful articles of commerce
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pain caused by venous swelling at or inside the anal sphincter a large number or amount a collection of objects laid on top of each other (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent a large sum of money (especially as pay or profit) fine soft dense hair (as the fine short hair of cattle or deer or the wool of sheep or the undercoat of certain dogs) battery consisting of voltaic cells arranged in series; the earliest electric battery devised by Volta a column of wood or steel or concrete that is driven into the ground to provide support for a structure the yarn (as in a rug or velvet or corduroy) that stands up from the weave a nuclear reactor that uses controlled nuclear fission to generate energy arrange in stacks press tightly together or cram place or lay as if in a pile
repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse
decorate with frosting cause to become ice or icy put ice on or put on ice
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a legal document giving official permission to do something the act of giving a formal (usually written) authorization large game fish; found in waters of the West Indies consent to, give permission make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting
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a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage an episode that is turbulent or highly emotional the literary genre of works intended for the theater the quality of being arresting or highly emotional
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a unit of apothecary weight equal to 480 grains or one twelfth of a pound a unit of weight equal to one sixteenth of a pound or 16 drams or 28.349 grams large feline of upland central Asia having long thick whitish fur
a mutually agreed delay in the date set for the completion of a job or payment of a debt act of expanding in scope; making more widely available the spreading of something (a belief or practice) into new regions an educational opportunity provided by colleges and universities to people who are not enrolled as regular students act of stretching or straightening out a flexed limb a string of characters beginning with a period and followed by one or more letters; the optional second part of a PC computer filename the most direct or specific meaning of a word or expression; the class of objects that an expression refers to the ability to raise the working leg high in the air amount or degree or range to which something extends an additional telephone set that is connected to the same telephone line an addition to the length of something an addition that extends a main building
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noisy confusion and turbulence a swaggering show of courage a violent gusty wind vain and empty boasting blow hard; be gusty, as of wind show off act in an arrogant, overly self-assured, or conceited manner
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place (something) where one cannot find it again place or position wrongly; put in the wrong position put in the wrong place or position lost temporarily; as especially put in an unaccustomed or forgotten place
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a short crowbar to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open
a comic incident or series of incidents
the act of breathing heavily through the nose (as when the nose is congested) cry or whine with snuffling inhale audibly through the nose
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a person who comes from a foreign country; someone who does not owe allegiance to your country anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found a form of life assumed to exist outside the Earth or its atmosphere transfer property or ownership arouse hostility or indifference in where there had formerly been love, affection, or friendliness
be in command of make someone do something demand as one's due look down on exercise authoritative control or power over used of a height or viewpoint
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enclose in or as if in a frame enclose in a frame, as of a picture take or catch as if in a snare or trap formulate in a particular style or language make up plans or basic details for construct by fitting or uniting parts together provided with a frame
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to an obscene degree in a lewd and obscene manner
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the framework for a pair of eyeglasses a single one of a series of still transparent pictures forming a cinema, television or video film alternative names for the body of a human being (baseball) one of nine divisions of play during which each team has a turn at bat a single drawing in a comic_strip an application that divides the user's display into two or more windows that can be scrolled independently a system of assumptions and standards that sanction behavior and give it meaning the hard structure (bones and cartilages) that provides a frame for the body of an animal the internal supporting structure that gives an artifact its shape a framework that supports and protects a picture or a mirror one of the ten divisions into which bowling is divided enclose in or as if in a frame enclose in a frame, as of a picture take or catch as if in a snare or trap formulate in a particular style or language make up plans or basic details for construct by fitting or uniting parts together
a unit of instruction punishment intended as a warning to others the significance of a story or event a task assigned for individual study
the downward slope of a hill a ski race down a trail sloping down rather steeply toward a lower or inferior state toward the bottom of a hill
suffering from or characterized by delusions
a person belonging to the worldwide group claiming descent from Jacob (or converted to it) and connected by cultural or religious ties
pitching dangerously to one side walk as if unable to control one's movements move sideways or in an unsteady way
someone employed to ride horses in horse races an operator of some vehicle or machine or apparatus defeat someone through trickery or deceit compete (for an advantage or a position) ride a racehorse as a professional jockey
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give extra weight to (a communication) draw a line or lines underneath to call attention to
a passage (a pipe or tunnel) through which water or electric wires can pass
showing the cunning or ingenuity or wickedness typical of a devil extremely evil or cruel; expressive of cruelty or befitting hell
a person who evokes boredom a high wave (often dangerous) caused by tidal flow (as by colliding tidal currents or in a narrow estuary) diameter of a tube or gun barrel a hole or passage made by a drill; usually made for exploratory purposes cause to be bored make a hole, especially with a pointed power or hand tool
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expecting the worst possible outcome
decrease gradually or bit by bit cut small bits or pare shavings from strip the skin off remove the edges from and cut down to the desired size make a score (on a hole) equal to par
without excuse or justification not excusable
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a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing payment made in return for a service rendered an act performed to strengthen approved behavior the offer of money for helping to find a criminal or for returning lost property benefit resulting from some event or action bestow honor or rewards upon strengthen and support with rewards act or give recompense in recognition of someone's behavior or actions
the person who plays the position of forward in certain games, such as basketball, soccer, or hockey a position on a basketball, soccer, or hockey team send or ship onward from an intermediate post or station in transit at or near or directed toward the front used of temperament or behavior; lacking restraint or modesty of the transmission gear causing forward movement in a motor vehicle moving forward at or to or toward the front; (`forrad' and `forrard' are dialectal variations) forward in time or order or degree toward the future; forward in time in a forward direction near or toward the bow of a ship or cockpit of a plane
provoking fear terror
cause to be bored make a hole, especially with a pointed power or hand tool tired of the world uninterested because of frequent exposure or indulgence
a journey taken for pleasure make a trip for pleasure
straying from the right course or from accepted standards uncontrolled motion that is irregular or unpredictable
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an edible tuber native to South America; a staple food of Ireland
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expect and wish be optimistic; be full of hope; have hopes intend with some possibility of fulfilment jump lightly move quickly from one place to another travel by means of an aircraft, bus, etc. traverse as if by a short airplane trip jump across make a jump forward or upward
a youthful male person a friendly informal reference to a grown man a male human offspring (ethnic slur) offensive and disparaging term for Black man
a subordinate incident of little importance relative to the main event a minor show that is part of a larger one (as at the circus)
having the consistency and appearance of soup effusively or insincerely emotional
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a sharp projection on an edge or surface a slit in a garment that exposes material of a different color underneath; used in Renaissance clothing a flap along the edge of a garment; used in medieval clothing a bout of drinking or drug taking cut teeth into; make a jagged cutting edge
a bend or curve, as in a stream or river an aimless amble on a winding course to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course
command with authority intend (something) to move towards a certain goal guide the actors in (plays and films) be in charge of take somebody somewhere cause to go somewhere point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards lead, as in the performance of a composition; Barenboim conducted the Chicago symphony for years" give directions to; point somebody into a certain direction specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public direct the course; determine the direction of travelling put an address on (an envelope) plan and direct (a complex undertaking) (often used in combination) having a specified direction manageable by a supervising agent
moving slowly and gently disinclined to work or exertion
with devotion
the act of rejecting something the state of being rejected (medicine) an immunological response that refuses to accept substances or organisms that are recognized as foreign the speech act of rejecting
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state categorically to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true insist on having one's opinions and rights recognized assert to be true
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a religious doctrine that is proclaimed as true without proof
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(astronomy) any of the nine large celestial bodies in the solar system that revolve around the sun and shine by reflected light; Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto in order of their proximity to the sun; viewed from the constellation Hercules, all the planets rotate around the sun in a counterclockwise direction a person who follows or serves another any celestial body (other than comets or satellites) that revolves around a star
feeling or showing little interest or enthusiasm
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to travel for the purpose of discovery a careful systematic search a systematic consideration
a feeling of intense dislike the act of turning yourself (or your gaze) away
of great mass; huge and bulky
to feel or express sympathy or compassion
a long narrow furrow cut either by a natural process (such as erosion) or by a tool (as e.g. a groove in a phonograph record) a settled and monotonous routine that is hard to escape (anatomy) any furrow or channel on a bodily structure or part make a groove in, or provide with a groove hollow out in the form of a furrow or groove
unpredictably excitable (especially of horses)
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a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality an approximate definition or example a person of a particular character or nature an operation that segregates items into groups according to a specified criterion examine in order to test suitability arrange or order by classes or categories
an arithmetic operation performed on floating-point numbers someone who is unsuccessful a complete failure the act of throwing yourself down fall loosely fall suddenly and abruptly fail utterly; collapse with a flopping sound exactly
a quantity that does not vary a number representing a quantity assumed to have a fixed value in a specified mathematical context unvarying in nature steadfast in purpose or devotion or affection uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing
take away possessions from someone get undressed remove the surface from remove substances from by a percolating liquid lay bare steal goods; take as spoils remove all contents or possession from, or empty completely strip the cured leaves from remove the thread (of screws) remove a constituent from a liquid take off or remove draw the last milk (of cows) remove (someone's or one's own) clothes having only essential or minimal features having everything extraneous removed including contents with clothing stripped off
the people of Great Britain a native or inhabitant of Great Britain the young of a herring or sprat or similar fish minute crustaceans forming food for right whales
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create (as an entity) cause to be structured or ordered or operating according to some principle or idea plan and direct (a complex undertaking) bring order and organization to arrange by systematic planning and united effort form or join a union
a variable color that is vivid red but sometimes with an orange tinge of a color at the end of the color spectrum (next to orange); resembling the color of blood or cherries or tomatoes or rubies
a base hit on which the batter stops safely at first base the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number hit a single being or characteristic of a single thing or person used of flowers having usually only one row or whorl of petals existing alone or consisting of one entity or part or aspect or individual not married or related to the unmarried state characteristic of or meant for a single person or thing having uniform application not divided among or brought to bear on more than one object or objective
a medicine or therapy that cures disease or relieve pain provide a cure for, make healthy again prepare by drying, salting, or chemical processing in order to preserve make (substances) hard and improve their usability be or become preserved
correspondence in form or appearance acting according to certain accepted standards orthodoxy in thoughts and belief concurrence of opinion hardened conventionality
not having a musical sound or pleasing tune
the outcome of a complex sequence of events the final resolution of the main complication of a literary or dramatic work
appealing to or stimulating the appetite especially in appearance or aroma
of an angle; between 90 and 180 degrees (of a leaf shape) rounded at the apex lacking in insight or discernment slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity
(used of decomposing oils or fats) having a rank smell or taste usually due to a chemical change or decomposition smelling of fermentation or staleness
be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance be valid, applicable, or true continue to exist prove superior use persuasion successfully
declare untrue; contradict refuse to accept or believe refuse to grant, as of a petition or request refuse to let have deny oneself (something); restrain, especially from indulging in some pleasure deny formally (an allegation of fact by the opposing party) in a legal suit refuse to recognize or acknowledge
a writer for newspapers and magazines someone who keeps a diary or journal
(plural) the lay members of a male religious order a male with the same parents as someone else a male person who is a fellow member (of a fraternity or religion or other group) a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities used as a term of address for those male persons engaged in the same movement (Roman Catholic Church) a title given to a monk and used as form of address
a bag made of paper or plastic for holding customer's purchases an enclosed space the quantity contained in a sack any of various light dry strong white wine from Spain and Canary Islands (including sherry) a woman's full loose hiplength jacket a hanging bed of canvas or rope netting (usually suspended between two trees); swings easily a loose-fitting dress hanging straight from the shoulders without a waist the plundering of a place by an army or mob; usually involves destruction and slaughter the termination of someone's employment (leaving them free to depart) plunder (a town) after capture terminate the employment of; discharge from an office or position make as a net profit put in a sack
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feeling an inappropriate lack of seriousness a manner lacking seriousness
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love intensely showing adoration extravagantly or foolishly loving and indulgent
causing cohesion cohering or tending to cohere; well integrated
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increase in extent or intensity make more intense, stronger, or more marked become more intense make the chemically affected part of (a negative) denser or more opaque in order produce a stronger contrast between light and dark increasing in strength or intensity
the bright positive masculine principle in Chinese dualistic cosmology
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a rheostat that varies the current through an electric light in order to control the level of illumination lacking in light; not bright or harsh lacking clarity or distinctness made dim or less bright offering little or no hope slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity
someone who takes the place of another person go back and forth; swing back and forth between two states or conditions exchange people temporarily to fulfill certain jobs and functions be an understudy or alternate for a role reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action) do something in turns
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exaggeratedly proper
make plain and comprehensible define serve as a reason or cause or justification of
not wise in the ways of the world lacking complexity awkwardly simple and provincial
a musical notation that makes a note sharp or flat or natural although that is not part of the key signature happening by chance or unexpectedly or unintentionally
bestow a quality on give temporarily; let have for a limited time have certain characteristics of qualities for something; be open or vulnerable to
a competitor thought likely to win a special loved one something regarded with special favor or liking appealing to the general public preferred above all others and treated with partiality
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text handwritten in the style of printed matter the business of producing printed material for sale or distribution reproduction by applying ink to paper as for publication all the copies of a work printed at one time put into print write as if with print; not cursive make into a print reproduce by printing
an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk
(baseball) a hit that flies straight out from the batter a protective covering that protects an inside surface a piece of cloth that is used as the inside surface of a garment a large commercial ship (especially one that carries passengers on a regular schedule)
make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc prepare for eating by applying heat to prepare verbally, either for written or spoken delivery arrange by systematic planning and united effort educate for a future role or function create by training and teaching lead up to and soften by sounding the dissonant note in it as a consonant note in the preceding chord undergo training or instruction in preparation for a particular role, function, or profession made ready or fit or suitable beforehand having made preparations equipped or prepared with necessary intellectual resources
a transparent optical device used to converge or diverge transmitted light and to form images genus of small erect or climbing herbs with pinnate leaves and small inconspicuous white flowers and small flattened pods: lentils (metaphor) a channel through which something can be seen or understood biconvex transparent body situated behind the iris in the eye; its role (along with the cornea) is to focuses light on the retina electronic equipment that uses a magnetic or electric field in order to focus a beam of electrons
loaded past capacity
completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers
a period of 40 weekdays from Ash Wednesday to Holy Saturday bestow a quality on give temporarily; let have for a limited time have certain characteristics of qualities for something; be open or vulnerable to
bright-colored; a float attached by rope to the seabed to mark channels in a harbor or underwater hazards float on the surface of water keep afloat mark with a buoy
someone whose occupation is catching fish large dark brown North American arboreal carnivorous mammal
a representation by picture or portraiture show in, or as in, a picture give a description of make a portrait of
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arid land with little or no vegetation leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch desert (a cause, a country or an army), often in order to join the opposing cause, country, or army leave behind
cause to regain consciousness give new life or energy to be brought back to life, consciousness, or strength restore from a depressed, inactive, or unused state return to consciousness
establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true say yes to
a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative express one's preference for a candidate or for a measure or resolution; cast a vote express one's choice or preference by vote express a choice or opinion be guided by in voting bring into existence or make available by vote
express or state indirectly suggest as a logically necessary consequence; in logic have as a logical consequence suggest that someone is guilty have as a necessary feature
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a utensil for cooking
take back what one has said not made explicit
an angular shape characterized by sharp turns in alternating directions
a conveyance that transports people or objects a medium for the expression or achievement of something any substance that facilitates the use of a drug or pigment or other material that is mixed with it any inanimate object (as a towel or money or clothing or dishes or books or toys etc.) that can transmit infectious agents from one person to another
an experience that appalls strike with disgust or revulsion fill with apprehension or alarm; cause to be unpleasantly surprised strike with disgust or revulsion fill with apprehension or alarm; cause to be unpleasantly surprised causing consternation
unaffected by strong emotion or prejudice
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give an exhibition of to an interested audience bring forward and present to the mind perform (a play), especially on a stage hand over formally introduce give, especially as an honor or reward give as a present; make a gift of deliver (a speech, oration, or idea) cause to come to know personally represent abstractly, for example in a painting, drawing, or sculpture present somebody with something, usually to accuse or criticize formally present a debutante, a representative of a country, etc. recognize with a gesture prescribed by a military regulation; assume a prescribed position
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not hurried or forced not burdensome or demanding; borne or done easily and without hardship relaxed and informal in attitude or standards
occupy in an agreeable, entertaining or pleasant fashion make (somebody) laugh
in such a manner as could not be otherwise by necessity
annoyed and irritable overcrowded or cluttered with detail exacting especially about details
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used of organisms (especially of different species) living together but not necessarily in a relation beneficial to each
a literary composition of poor quality that was written quickly to make money (to boil the pot)
the act of paying for the use of something (as an apartment or house or car) let for money grant use or occupation of under a term of contract engage for service under a term of contract hold under a lease or rental agreement; of goods and services
a representation by picture or portraiture portray in words make a portrait of assume or act the character of represent abstractly, for example in a painting, drawing, or sculpture
go after with the intent to catch stubbornly unyielding
district consisting of the area on either side of a border or boundary of a country or an area
an indirect suggestion a slight indication a slight but appreciable amount a just detectable amount an indication of potential opportunity drop a hint; intimate by a hint
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a fixed number of lines of verse forming a unit of a poem
in a widespread way
adopting a vain conceited posture behave affectedly or unnaturally in order to impress others assume a posture as for artistic purposes
feel bitter or indignant about wish ill or allow unwillingly
signal with the hands or nod appear inviting summon with a wave, nod, or some other gesture
having many complexly arranged elements; elaborate
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in a decomposed state a loss (or serious disruption) of organization in some system separation into component parts the spontaneous disintegration of a radioactive substance along with the emission of ionizing radiation total destruction
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English writer known for his interest in mythology and in the classics (1895-1985) death of a person a place for the burial of a corpse (especially beneath the ground and marked by a tombstone) a mark (`) placed above a vowel to indicate pronunciation German tennis player who won seven women's singles titles at Wimbledon (born in 1969) shape (a material like stone or wood) by whittling away at it carve, cut, or etch into a material or surface
add details to be beautiful to look at make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc. make more beautiful
a native or inhabitant of Vietnam the Mon-Khmer language spoken in Vietnam of or relating to or characteristic of Vietnam or its people or its language; the Vietnamese tones"
verbal misrepresentation intended to take advantage of you in some way a kind of fluent easy superficiality a slippery smoothness
underground pod of the peanut vine widely cultivated American plant cultivated in tropical and warm regions; showy yellow flowers on stalks that bend over to the soil so that seed pods ripen underground a young child who is small for his age pod of the peanut vine containing usually 2 nuts or seeds; `groundnut' and `monkey nut' are British terms of little importance or influence or power; of minor status
save from ruin, destruction, or harm collect discarded or refused material
of or relating to or characteristic of literature knowledgeable about literature appropriate to literature rather than everyday speech or writing
the act of decreasing or reducing something any process in which electrons are added to an atom or ion (as by removing oxygen or adding hydrogen); always occurs accompanied by oxidation of the reducing agent the act of reducing complexity
the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose a resource a means of serving give help or assistance; be of service improve the condition of be of use abstain from doing; always used with a negative help to some food; help with food or drink contribute to the furtherance of take or use improve; change for the better
a gender that refers chiefly (but not exclusively) to males or to objects classified as male of grammatical gender associated with men and not with women (music or poetry) ending on an accented beat or syllable
subject to rigid discipline, order, and systematization form (military personnel) into a regiment assign to a regiment strictly controlled
a particular environment or surrounding influence the atmosphere of an environment
of or relating to or resulting in redemption bringing about salvation or redemption from sin
the act of one who pleases give pleasure to or be pleasing to be the will of or have the will (to) give satisfaction giving pleasure and satisfaction
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a component of a mixture or compound an abstract part of something food that is a component of a mixture in cooking
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an ancient megalithic monument in southern England; probably used for ritual purposes
lacking any definite plan or order or purpose; governed by or depending on chance
having qualities unique to the art of painting
without doubting or questioning without ever expressing so clearly
deliberately deviant in a contrary disobedient manner
correspondence in the sounds of two or more lines (especially final sounds) a piece of poetry compose rhymes be similar in sound, especially with respect to the last syllable
in a startling manner
a native or inhabitant of Australia
hitting a golf ball that is on the green using a putter; he didn't sink a single putt over three feet" put into a certain place or abstract location cause to be in a certain state; cause to be in a certain relation formulate in a particular style or language attribute or give make an investment estimate cause (someone) to undergo something adapt arrange thoughts, ideas, temporal events
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bring an accusation against; level a charge against blame for, make a claim of wrongdoing or misbehavior against
having a quality that provokes disbelief highly imaginative but unlikely
compliant and obedient to authority serving or acting as a means or aid abjectly submissive; characteristic of a slave or servant
a physician who specializes in surgery
British writer famous for writing spy novels about secret agent James Bond (1908-1964) Scottish bacteriologist who discovered penicillin (1881-1955) a native of Flanders or a Flemish-speaking Belgian
the noise of something spattering or sputtering explosively the act of splashing a (liquid) substance on a surface cause or allow (a liquid substance) to run or flow from a container dash a liquid upon or against
a person of intellectual or erudite tastes highly cultured or educated
a complex pattern of constantly changing colors and shapes an optical toy in a tube; it produces symmetrical patterns as bits of colored glass are reflected by mirrors
uncastrated adult male horse constituting the full quantity or extent; complete constituting the undiminished entirety; lacking nothing essential especially not damaged (of leaves or petals) having a smooth edge; not broken up into teeth or lobes (used of domestic animals) sexually competent
an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates activity that refreshes and recreates; activity that renews your health and spirits by enjoyment and relaxation
attract strongly, as if with a magnet induce hypnosis in attracting and holding interest as if by a spell
a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny an institution to express belief in a divine power
originally a person of noble birth trained to arms and chivalry; today in Great Britain a person honored by the sovereign for personal merit a chessman shaped to resemble the head of a horse; can move two squares horizontally and one vertically (or vice versa) raise (someone) to knighthood
a Hebrew minor prophet an Old Testament book telling Joel's prophecies
the feeling of distress and disbelief that you have when something bad happens accidentally the violent interaction of individuals or groups entering into combat a reflex response to the passage of electric current through the body (pathology) bodily collapse or near collapse caused by inadequate oxygen delivery to the cells; characterized by reduced cardiac output and rapid heartbeat and circulatory insufficiency and pallor an instance of agitation of the earth's crust an unpleasant or disappointing surprise a pile of sheaves of grain set on end in a field to dry; stalks of Indian corn set up in a field a bushy thick mass (especially hair) a sudden jarring impact a mechanical damper; absorbs energy of sudden impulses surprise greatly; knock someone's socks off strike with disgust or revulsion strike with horror or terror collide violently collect or gather into shocks subject to electrical shocks inflict a trauma upon
chronologically misplaced
an advocate of democratic principles
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conspicuously or grossly unconventional or unusual
marked by abrupt transitions rough with small waves
waste matter carried away in sewers or drains
a play or film whose action and dialogue is interspersed with singing and dancing
not having been satisfied worried and uneasy
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in physical discomfort
of or containing tin of very poor quality; flimsy thin and metallic in sound; lacking resonance
make a groove in, or provide with a groove hollow out in the form of a furrow or groove established as if settled into a groove or rut
the act of gripping or chewing off with the teeth and jaws chew noisily
with regard to strategy
pass through
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conducive to or feeling mental discomfort providing or experiencing physical discomfort
joyously unrestrained unrestrained, especially with regard to feelings produced or growing in extreme abundance
the capital and largest city of Denmark; located on the island of Zealand
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a mental state characterized by a pessimistic sense of inadequacy and a despondent lack of activity a long-term economic state characterized by unemployment and low prices and low levels of trade and investment a sunken or depressed geological formation sad feelings of gloom and inadequacy a period during the 1930s when there was a worldwide economic depression and mass unemployment an air mass of lower pressure; often brings precipitation a state of depression and anhedonia so severe as to require clinical intervention a concavity in a surface produced by pressing angular distance below the horizon (especially of a celestial object) pushing down
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the reestablishing of cordial relations getting two things to correspond
a period of sleeplessness the rite of staying awake for devotional purposes (especially on the eve of a religious festival) a purposeful surveillance to guard or observe
vigorous and enthusiastic enjoyment a tart spicy quality add herbs or spices to
lift and reset in another soil or situation be transplantable place the organ of a donor into the body of a recipient transfer from one place or period to another
largest city in Illinois; a bustling Great Lakes port that extends 26 miles along the southwestern shoreline of Lake Michigan a gambling card game in which chips are placed on the ace and king and queen and jack of separate suits (taken from a separate deck); a player plays the lowest card of a suit in his hand and successively higher cards are played until the sequence stops; the player who plays a card matching one in the layout wins all the chips on that card
the act of giving the imparting of news or promises etc. disposing of property by voluntary transfer without receiving value in return cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense be the cause or source of transfer possession of something concrete or abstract to somebody convey or reveal information convey, as of a compliment, regards, attention, etc.; bestow organize or be responsible for convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture give as a present; make a gift of cause to happen or be responsible for dedicate give or supply transmit (knowledge or skills) bring about leave with; give temporarily emit or utter endure the loss of place into the hands or custody of give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause give (as medicine) give or convey physically bestow bestow, especially officially move in order to make room for someone for something give food to contribute to some cause break down, literally or metaphorically estimate the duration or outcome of something execute and deliver deliver in exchange or recompense afford access to present to view perform for an audience be flexible under stress of physical force propose accord by verdict manifest or show offer in good faith submit for consideration, judgment, or use guide or direct, as by behavior of persuasion allow to have or take inflict as a punishment occur consent to engage in sexual intercourse with a man proffer (a body part) given or giving freely
the yield from plants in a single growing season the consequence of an effort or activity the gathering of a ripened crop the season for gathering crops gather, as of natural products remove from a culture or a living or dead body, as for the purposes of transplantation
someone who plays the bagpipe type genus of the Piperaceae: large genus of chiefly climbing tropical shrubs
small wooden bat with a flat surface; used for hitting balls in various games a blade of a paddle wheel or water wheel an instrument of punishment consisting of a flat board a short light oar used without an oarlock to propel a canoe or small boat propel with a paddle play in or as if in water, as of small children swim like a dog in shallow water walk unsteadily give a spanking to; subject to a spanking stir with a paddle
a customary way of operation or behavior systematic training by multiple repetitions translating an idea into action the exercise of a profession knowledge of how something is usually done carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions learn by repetition engage in a rehearsal (of) avail oneself to engage in or perform
the right to enter the right to obtain or make use of or take advantage of something (as services or membership) a way of entering or leaving a code (a series of characters or digits) that must be entered in some way (typed or dialed or spoken) to get the use of something (a telephone line or a computer or a local area network etc.) (computer science) the operation of reading or writing stored information the act of approaching or entering obtain or retrieve from a storage device; as of information on a computer reach or gain access to
marked by extreme lack of restraint or control in a natural state; not tamed or domesticated or cultivated in a state of extreme emotion deviating widely from an intended course (of colors or sounds) intensely vivid or loud without a basis in reason or fact talking or behaving irrationally involving risk or danger fanciful and unrealistic; foolish located in a dismal or remote area; desolate intensely enthusiastic about or preoccupied with without civilizing influences (of the elements) as if showing violent anger
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organize (the production of something) into an industry develop industry; become industrial made industrial; converted to industrialism
impossible to repair, rectify, or amend
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the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit the act of using systematic training by multiple repetitions a task performed or problem solved in order to develop skill or understanding (usually plural) a ceremony that involves processions and speeches put to use carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions give a workout to do physical exercise learn by repetition
a movie with images having three dimensional form or appearance having a three-dimensional form or appearance
the entire structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being) a group of persons associated by some common tie or occupation and regarded as an entity a natural object consisting of a dead animal or person an individual 3-dimensional object that has mass and that is distinguishable from other objects the body excluding the head and neck and limbs a collection of particulars considered as a system the property of holding together and retaining its shape the central message of a communication the main mass of a thing a resonating chamber in a musical instrument (as the body of a violin) the external structure of a vehicle invest with or as with a body; give body to
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something (such as a fact or circumstance) that shows an action to be reasonable or necessary a statement in explanation of some action or belief the act of defending or explaining or making excuses for by reasoning
something that demonstrates a lack of professional competency
the fur of the North American racoon an omnivorous nocturnal mammal native to North America and Central America
chemical process in which one atom or ion or group changes places with another a mutual expression of views (especially an unpleasant one) the act of changing one thing for another thing the act of giving something in return for something received a workplace that serves as a telecommunications facility where lines from telephones can be connected together to permit communication a workplace for buying and selling; open only to members (sports) an unbroken sequence of several successive strokes reciprocal transfer of equivalent sums of money (especially the currencies of different countries) the act of putting one thing or person in the place of another: "he sent Smith in for Jones but the substitution came too late to help" (chess) gaining (or losing) a rook in return for a knight or bishop (chess) the capture by both players (usually on consecutive moves) of pieces of equal value give to, and receive from, one another exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category change over, change around, as to a new order or sequence hand over one and receive another, approximately equivalent put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items exchange a penalty for a less severe one
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move something or somebody around; usually over long distances move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body hold spellbound transport commercially send from one person or place to another
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not having existence or being or actuality
move forward by leaps and bounds develop into a distinctive entity spring back; spring away from an impact develop suddenly produce or disclose suddenly or unexpectedly
moving quickly and lightly mentally quick
a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable) (grammar) a constituent that is acted upon the focus of cognitions or feelings (computing) a discrete item that provides a description of virtually anything known to a computer express or raise an objection or protest or criticism or express dissent be averse to or express disapproval of
plumbing fixture consisting of a water basin fixed to a wall or floor and having a drainpipe (technology) a process that acts to absorb or remove energy or a substance from a system a depression in the ground communicating with a subterranean passage (especially in limestone) and formed by solution or by collapse of a cavern roof a covered cistern; waste water and sewage flow into it fall or descend to a lower place or level cause to sink pass into a specified state or condition go under, "The raft sank and its occupants drowned" descend into or as if into some soft substance or place appear to move downward fall heavily or suddenly; decline markedly fall or sink heavily embed deeply
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deliver by singing produce tones with the voice to make melodious sounds make a whining, ringing, or whistling sound divulge confidential information or secrets
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indicate by signs
cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations excite to an abnormal condition, or chafe or inflame excite to some characteristic action or condition, such as motion, contraction, or nervous impulse, by the application of a stimulus causing irritation or annoyance (used of physical stimuli) serving to stimulate or excite causing physical discomfort; they can be very painful"
a habitual or characteristic mental attitude that determines how you will interpret and respond to situations
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a writer who argues in opposition to others (especially in theology) a controversy (especially over a belief or dogma) of or involving dispute or controversy
with fondness; with love
natural abilities or qualities a person who possesses unusual innate ability in some field or activity
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partial or total lack of sensation in a part of the body; a symptom of nerve damage or dysfunction the trait of lacking enthusiasm for or interest in things generally
being three more than thirty
naive and easily deceived or tricked easily tricked because of being too trusting
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being seven more than thirty
beyond normal physical explanation
opposition between two conflicting forces or ideas (logic) a statement that is necessarily false the speech act of contradicting someone
cause to become alive again restore from a depressed, inactive, or unused state return from the dead
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feeling or expressing pain or sorrow for sins or offenses
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having existence or being or actuality being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory; not ghosts" presently existing in fact and not merely potential or possible
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an upward slope or grade (as in a road) an event that involves rising to a higher point (as in altitude or temperature or intensity etc.) the act of climbing something go upward with gradual or continuous progress move with difficulty, by grasping go up or advance slope upward improve one's social status increase in value or to a higher point
any factual evidence that helps to establish the truth of something a formal series of statements showing that if one thing is true something else necessarily follows from it a measure of alcoholic strength expressed as an integer twice the percentage of alcohol present (by volume) (printing) an impression made to check for errors a trial photographic print from a negative the act of validating; finding or testing the truth of something make or take a proof of, such as a photographic negative, an etching, or typeset knead to reach proper lightness read for errors activate by mixing with water and sometimes sugar or milk make resistant (to harm) (used in combination or as a suffix) able to withstand
a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction the state of being honored the quality of being honorable and having a good name a woman's virtue or chastity bestow honor or rewards upon show respect towards accept as pay
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a man's courting of a woman; seeking the affections of a woman (usually with the hope of marriage) make amorous advances towards seek someone's favor engage in social activities leading to marriage
form the substance of write music produce a literary work put together out of existing material calm (someone, especially oneself); make quiet make up plans or basic details for serenely self-possessed and free from agitation especially in times of stress
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to give the name or identifying characteristics of; refer to by name or some other identifying characteristic property charge with a function; charge to be create and charge with a task or function mention and identify by name make reference to identify as in botany or biology, for example give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of determine or distinguish the nature of a problem or an illness through a diagnostic analysis
an uncontrollable desire to set fire to things
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the uneven manner of walking that results from an injured leg walk impeded by some physical limitation or injury proceed slowly or with difficulty not firm lacking in strength or firmness or resilience
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an enlisted man of the lowest rank in the Army or Marines confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy concerning things deeply private and personal concerning one person exclusively not expressed
a beloved person; used as terms of endearment dearly loved
verbal abuse; a crude substitute for argument a language unit by which a person or thing is known a person's reputation family based on male descent a well-known or notable person by the sanction or authority of a defamatory or abusive word or phrase assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to give the name or identifying characteristics of; refer to by name or some other identifying characteristic property charge with a function; charge to be create and charge with a task or function mention and identify by name make reference to identify as in botany or biology, for example give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of determine or distinguish the nature of a problem or an illness through a diagnostic analysis
someone who composes music as a profession
the quality of being able to provide good service
one of the jointed appendages of an animal used for locomotion or grasping: arm; leg; wing; flipper any of the main branches arising from the trunk or a bough of a tree (astronomy) the circumferential edge of the apparent disc of the sun or the moon or a planet either of the two halves of a bow from handle to tip the graduated arc that is attached to an instrument for measuring angles any projection that is thought to resemble a human arm
disgraceful gossip about the private lives of other people a disgraceful event
a formal expression by a meeting; agreed to by a vote the ability of a microscope or telescope to measure the angular separation of images that are close together the trait of being resolute finding a solution to a problem something settled or resolved; the outcome of decision making analysis into clear-cut components (computer science) the number of pixels per square inch on a computer-generated display; the greater the resolution, the better the picture the subsidence of swelling or other signs of inflammation (especially in a lung) (music) a dissonant chord is followed by a consonant chord a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem a decision to do something or to behave in a certain manner
(usually plural) a necessary commodity for which demand is constant a natural fiber (raw cotton, wool, hemp, flax) that can be twisted to form yarn material suitable for manufacture or use or finishing a short U-shaped wire nail for securing cables paper fastener consisting of a short length of U-shaped wire that can fasten papers together secure or fasten with a staple or staples necessary or important, especially regarding food or commodities
an address of a religious nature (usually delivered during a church service) a moralistic rebuke
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activity leading to skilled behavior the result of good upbringing (especially knowledge of correct social behavior) create by training and teaching undergo training or instruction in preparation for a particular role, function, or profession develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control educate for a future role or function teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards teach and supervise (someone); act as a trainer or coach (to), as in sports exercise in order to prepare for an event or competition cause to grow in a certain way by tying and pruning it travel by rail or train drag loosely along a surface; allow to sweep the ground
do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of assume sponsorship of treat condescendingly be a regular customer or client of (used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension
needing moisture feeling a need or desire to drink (usually followed by `for') extremely desirous able to take in large quantities of moisture
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the termination or disintegration of a relationship (between persons or nations) coming apart
a person having kinship with another or others group of people related by blood or marriage related by blood
direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes be attractive to exert a force on (a body) causing it to approach or prevent it from moving away
not having or joined by a seam or seams smooth, especially of skin perfectly consistent and coherent
out of condition; not strong or robust; incapable of exertion or endurance
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a reproach for some lapse or misdeed a gentle blow the sound made by a gentle blow voluble conversation genre of African-American music of the 1980s and 1990s in which rhyming lyrics are chanted to a musical accompaniment; several forms of rap have emerged the act of hitting vigorously strike sharply make light, repeated taps on a surface perform rap music talk volubly
a manservant (usually the head servant of a household) who has charge of wines and the table English novelist who described a fictitious land he called Erewhon (1835-1902) English poet (1612-1680)
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draw a harrow over (land) extremely painful
containing an unusual amount of grease or oil unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech coated or covered with oil smeared or soiled with grease or oil
a region in which explosives mines have been placed
relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply marked by depth of thinking having great spatial extension or penetration downward or inward from an outer surface or backward or laterally or outward from a center; sometimes used in combination very distant in time or space extreme having or denoting a low vocal or instrumental range strong; intense relatively thick from top to bottom extending relatively far inward (of darkness) very intense large in quantity or size with head or back bent low of an obscure nature difficult to penetrate; incomprehensible to one of ordinary understanding or knowledge exhibiting great cunning usually with secrecy
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believed or reputed to be the case
a disrespectful laugh laugh quietly
the quality of being hypocritically devout
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lean and wrinkled by shrinkage as from age or illness
an imperfection in an object or machine defect or weakness in a person's character an imperfection in a plan or theory or legal document that causes it to fail or that reduces its effectiveness add a flaw or blemish to; make imperfect or defective
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a branch of the Tai languages
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a track or mark left by something that has passed a path or track roughly blazed through wild or hilly country evidence pointing to a possible solution to lag or linger behind go after with the intent to catch move, proceed, or walk draggingly or slowly hang down so as to drag along the ground drag loosely along a surface; allow to sweep the ground
public transport provided by a line of railway cars coupled together and drawn by a locomotive a sequentially ordered set of things or events or ideas in which each successive member is related to the preceding a procession (of wagons or mules or camels) traveling together in single file a series of consequences wrought by an event piece of cloth forming the long back section of a gown that is drawn along the floor wheelwork consisting of a connected set of rotating gears by which force is transmitted or motion or torque is changed create by training and teaching undergo training or instruction in preparation for a particular role, function, or profession develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control educate for a future role or function teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards teach and supervise (someone); act as a trainer or coach (to), as in sports exercise in order to prepare for an event or competition cause to grow in a certain way by tying and pruning it travel by rail or train drag loosely along a surface; allow to sweep the ground
something given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery goods or money obtained illegally something given as a token of victory hold dear to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open regard highly; think much of
feeling shame or guilt or embarrassment or remorse
worn to shreds; or wearing torn or ragged clothing ruined or disrupted
strange and unconventional behavior (geometry) a ratio describing the shape of a conic section; the ratio of the distance between the foci to the length of the major axis a circularity that has a different center or deviates from a circular path
demand payment advertise especially by posters or placards publicize or announce by placards having a beak or bill as specified
shedding tears separate or cause to separate abruptly to separate or be separated by force move quickly and violently strip of feathers fill with tears or shed tears marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions; inclined to react violently; fervid
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one being one more than two
a quality that arouses emotions (especially pity or sorrow) a feeling of sympathy and sorrow for the misfortunes of others a style that has the power to evoke feelings
a payment for consecutive issues of a newspaper or magazine for a given period of time agreement expressed by (or as if expressed by) signing your name a pledged contribution the act of signing your name; writing your signature (as on a document)
move down on as if in an attack move with a sweep, or in a swooping arc seize or catch with a swooping motion
a record or narrative description of past events a short account of the news a formal contractual relationship established to provide for regular banking or brokerage or business services a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc. grounds importance or value a statement of recent transactions and the resulting balance the act of informing by verbal report an itemized statement of money owed for goods shipped or services rendered the quality of taking advantage be the sole or primary factor in the existence, acquisition, supply, or disposal of something keep an account of to give an account or representation of in words furnish a justifying analysis or explanation
the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number one of four playing cards in a deck having a single pip on its face someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field proteolytic enzyme that converts angiotensin I into angiotensin II a major strategic headquarters of NATO; safeguards an area extending from Norway to Turkey a serve that the receiver is unable to reach succeed at easily score an ace against play (a hole) in one stroke serve an ace against (someone) of the highest quality
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a degree on the Fahrenheit scale of temperature a nonmetallic univalent element belonging to the halogens; usually a yellow irritating toxic flammable gas; a powerful oxidizing agent; recovered from fluorite or cryolite or fluorapatite the capacitance of a capacitor that has an equal and opposite charge of 1 coulomb on each plate and a voltage difference of 1 volt between the plates the 6th letter of the Roman alphabet
a passageway through or under something, usually underground (especially one for trains or cars) a hole made by an animal, usually for shelter move through by or as by digging force a way through
yield (to); give satisfaction to arrange for sexual partners for others
United States educator and theologian (1802-1887) United States financier and philanthropist who left money to found the university and hospital that bear his name in Baltimore (1795-1873) English poet (1844-1889) English biochemist who did pioneering work that led to the discovery of vitamins (1861-1947) Welsh film actor (born in 1937)
the feeling of lively and cheerful joy
a label written or printed on paper, cardboard, or plastic that is attached to something to indicate its owner, nature, price, etc. a label associated with something for the purpose of identification a small piece of cloth or paper a game in which one child chases the others; the one who is caught becomes the next chaser (sports) the act of touching a player in a game (which changes their status in the game) attach a tag or label to touch a player while he is holding the ball provide with a name or nickname go after with the intent to catch supply (blank verse or prose) with rhymes
easily perceived by the senses or grasped by the mind
an expression of approval and commendation offering words of homage as an act of worship express approval of
a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water a zone or area resembling an island
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
the part of the body between the neck and the upper arm a cut of meat including the upper joint of the foreleg a ball-and-socket joint between the head of the humerus and a cavity of the scapula the part of a garment that covers or fits over the shoulder a narrow edge of land (usually unpaved) along the side of a road lift onto one's shoulders push with the shoulders carry a burden, either real or metaphoric
the act of closing something the last section of a communication approaching a particular destination; a coming closer; a narrowing of a gap termination of operations a concluding action move so that an opening or passage is obstructed; make shut become closed cease to operate or cause to cease operating finish or terminate (meetings, speeches, etc.) come to a close complete a business deal, negotiation, or an agreement be priced or listed when trading stops engage at close quarters cause a window or an application to disappear on a computer desktop change one's body stance so that the forward shoulder and foot are closer to the intended point of impact come together, as if in an embrace draw near bring together all the elements or parts of bar access to fill or stop up unite or bring into contact or bring together the edges of finish a game in baseball by protecting a lead final or ending
not informed through reading
an explosion that fails to occur a failure to hit (or meet or find etc) fail to fire or detonate
United States prizefighter who won the world heavyweight championship by defeating Jack Dempsey twice (1898-1978)
representing or constituting an original type after which other similar things are patterned
a person loved by another person make steady support or hold steady and make steadfast, with or as if with a brace not subject to change or variation especially in behavior not liable to fluctuate or especially to fall securely in position; not shaky marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable relating to a person who does something regularly not easily excited or upset in a steady manner
United States filmmaker (born in 1963)
an act of aggression (as one against a person who resists) the property of being wild or turbulent a turbulent state resulting in injuries and destruction etc.
hold back or set aside, especially for future use or contingency give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause obtain or arrange (for oneself) in advance arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance set aside for the use of a particular person or party marked by self-restraint and reticence
in a rigid manner
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the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole magnitude or extent balance among the parts of something the relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within a whole (as in a design) give pleasant proportions to adjust in size relative to other things
in an imminent manner
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someone who reads the lessons in a church service; someone ordained in a minor order of the Roman Catholic Church a public lecturer at certain universities
in an effective manner in actuality or reality or fact
an assured victory (especially in an election) music composed in triple time for waltzing a ballroom dance in triple time with a strong accent on the first beat dance a waltz
United States gangster who terrorized Chicago during prohibition until arrested for tax evasion (1899-1947)
the state of being employed or having a job put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose engage or hire for work
a percussion instrument consisting of a pair of hollow pieces of wood or bone (usually held between the thumb and fingers) that are made to click together (as by Spanish dancers) in rhythm with the dance rigid connective tissue that makes up the skeleton of vertebrates the porous calcified substance from which bones are made a shade of white the color of bleached bones study intensively, as before an exam remove the bones from
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in an overt manner
a browning of the skin resulting from exposure to the rays of the sun a light brown the color of topaz ratio of the opposite to the adjacent side of a right-angled triangle treat skins and hides with tannic acid so as to convert them into leather get a tan, from wind or sun of a light yellowish-brown color
lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike a manner that is generally disrespectful and contemptuous open disrespect for a person or thing a willful disobedience to or disrespect for the authority of a court or legislative body
an indigenous person who was born in a particular place a person born in a particular place or country indigenous plants and animals characteristic of or existing by virtue of geographic origin belonging to one by birth characteristic of or relating to people inhabiting a region from the beginning as found in nature in the elemental form
concerned with actual use or practice guided by practical experience and observation rather than theory being actually such in almost every respect having or put to a practical purpose or use
a challenge to do something dangerous or foolhardy the trait of being willing to undertake things that involve risk or danger take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission to be courageous enough to try or do something challenge disposed to venture or take risks radically new or original
the political orientation of those who favor government by the people or by their elected representatives a political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them the doctrine that the numerical majority of an organized group can make decisions binding on the whole group
someone who doesn't understand what is going on a fabric interwoven with threads of metal deprive of the use of a limb, especially a leg pathetically lacking in force or effectiveness disabled in the feet or legs
the act of grasping understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something power by which something or someone is affected or dominated time during which some action is awaited a state of being confined (usually for a short time) a stronghold a cell in a jail or prison the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it the space in a ship or aircraft for storing cargo keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean" have or hold in one's hands or grip organize or be responsible for have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings) to close within bounds, limit or hold back from movement secure and keep for possible future use or application have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices be the physical support of; carry the weight of contain or hold; have within have room for; hold without crowding remain in a certain state, position, or condition support or hold in a certain manner be valid, applicable, or true assert or affirm have as a major characteristic be capable of holding or containing arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance protect against a challenge or attack bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted hold the attention of remain committed to resist or confront with resistance be pertinent or relevant or applicable stop dealing with lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits keep from departing take and maintain control over, often by violent means cause to stop cover as for protection against noise or smell drink alcohol without showing ill effects aim, point, or direct declare to be be in accord; be in agreement keep from exhaling or expelling
the state of being under the control of another person someone held in bondage
exceedingly; extremely
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force; every opportunity, an obligation; every possession, a duty"- John D.Rockefeller Jr the proper sphere or extent of your activities a form of trustworthiness; the trait of being answerable to someone for something or being responsible for one's conduct
the contestant who wins the contest a gambler who wins a bet a person with a record of successes
the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area land that is covered with trees and shrubs establish a forest on previously unforested land
United States writer whose novels and short stories are a mixture of realism and satire and science fiction (born in 1922)
in a manner tending to attract attention in a prominent way
an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight) cause fear in
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the capital raised by a corporation through the issue of shares entitling holders to an ownership interest (equity) the merchandise that a shop has on hand the handle of a handgun or the butt end of a rifle or shotgun or part of the support of a machine gun or artillery gun a certificate documenting the shareholder's ownership in the corporation a supply of something available for future use the descendants of one individual a special variety of domesticated animals within a species liquid in which meat and vegetables are simmered; used as a basis for e.g. soups or sauces the reputation and popularity a person has persistent thickened stem of a herbaceous perennial plant a plant or stem onto which a graft is made; especially a plant grown specifically to provide the root part of grafted plants any of several Old World plants cultivated for their brightly colored flowers any of various ornamental flowering plants of the genus Malcolmia lumber used in the construction of something the handle end of some implements or tools an ornamental white cravat any animals kept for use or profit have on hand equip with a stock supply with fish supply with livestock amass so as to keep for future use or sale or for a particular occasion or use provide or furnish with a stock of something put forth and grow sprouts or shoots repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse routine regularly and widely used or sold
an analysis (often in graphical form) representing the extent to which something exhibits various characteristics an outline of something (especially a human face as seen from one side) biographical sketch degree of exposure to public notice a vertical section of the Earth's crust showing the different horizons or layers write about represent in profile, by drawing or painting
a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place the act of constructing something the commercial activity involved in repairing old structures or constructing new ones the occupants of a building make by combining materials and parts form or accumulate steadily build or establish something abstract improve the cleansing action of order, supervise, or finance the construction of give form to, according to a plan be engaged in building found or ground bolster or strengthen develop and grow
an abnormal state in which the normal flow of a liquid (such as blood) is slowed or stopped inactivity resulting from a static balance between opposing forces
an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant
make a logical or causal connection be relevant to give an account of be in a relationship with have or establish a relationship to
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United States actress and singer (1896-1977) the serous fluid in which the embryo is suspended inside the amnion binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent the part of the earth's surface covered with water (such as a river or lake or ocean) once thought to be one of four elements composing the universe (Empedocles) a facility that provides a source of water liquid excretory product a liquid necessary for the life of most animals and plants supply with water, as with channels or ditches or streams provide with water secrete or form water, as tears or saliva fill with tears
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several things grouped together or considered as a whole a publication containing a variety of works request for a sum of money the act of gathering something together
praise excessively
deriving pleasure or sexual gratification from inflicting pain on another
a social club for male undergraduates
a high steep bank (usually formed by river erosion) pretense that your position is stronger than it really is the act of bluffing in poker; deception by a false show of confidence in the strength of your cards deceive an opponent by a bold bet on an inferior hand with the result that the opponent withdraws a winning hand frighten someone by pretending to be stronger than one really is very steep; having a prominent and almost vertical front bluntly direct and outspoken but good-natured
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be the cause or source of end resistance, as under pressure or force give or supply give over; surrender or relinquish to the physical control of another give in, as to influence or pressure move in order to make room for someone for something cause to happen or be responsible for be willing to concede be fatally overwhelmed bring in be flexible under stress of physical force cease opposition; stop fighting consent reluctantly
any of several usually small short-bodied breeds originally trained to hunt animals living underground
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as if in a delirium in a delirious manner
open to two or more interpretations; or of uncertain nature or significance; or (often) intended to mislead having more than one possible meaning having no intrinsic or objective meaning; not organized in conventional patterns
go after with the intent to catch pursue someone sexually or romantically cut a groove into cut a furrow into a columns
any lavishly staged or spectacular entertainment
something that hinders as if with bonds stick to firmly create social or emotional ties make fast; tie or secure, with or as if with a rope wrap around with something so as to cover or enclose secure with or as if with ropes bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted provide with a binding fasten or secure with a rope, string, or cord form a chemical bond with cause to be constipated
a person who is interviewed
a Hindu or Buddhist religious leader and spiritual teacher each of the first ten leaders of the Sikh religion a recognized leader in some field or of some movement
a formation of people or things one beside another a mark that is long relative to its width a formation of people or things one behind another a length (straight or curved) without breadth or thickness; the trace of a moving point text consisting of a row of words written across a page or computer screen a single frequency (or very narrow band) of radiation in a spectrum a fortified position (especially one marking the most forward position of troops) a course of reasoning aimed at demonstrating a truth or falsehood; the methodical process of logical reasoning a conductor for transmitting electrical or optical signals or electric power a connected series of events or actions or developments a spatial location defined by a real or imaginary unidimensional extent a slight depression in the smoothness of a surface a pipe used to transport liquids or gases the road consisting of railroad track and roadbed a telephone connection acting in conformity the descendants of one individual something (as a cord or rope) that is long and thin and flexible the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money in games or sports; a mark indicating positions or bounds of the playing area (often plural) a means of communication or access a particular kind of product or merchandise a commercial organization serving as a common carrier space for one line of print (one column wide and 1/14 inch deep) used to measure advertising the maximum credit that a customer is allowed a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence persuasive but insincere talk that is usually intended to deceive or impress a short personal letter a conceptual separation or distinction mechanical system in a factory whereby an article is conveyed through sites at which successive operations are performed on it be in line with; form a line along cover the interior of make a mark or lines on a surface mark with lines fill plentifully reinforce with fabric
(baseball) a hit that flies straight out from the batter a protective covering that protects an inside surface a piece of cloth that is used as the inside surface of a garment a large commercial ship (especially one that carries passengers on a regular schedule)
dealing pruriently with excrement and excretory functions
a shaky motion move or jerk quickly and involuntarily up and down or sideways vibrating slightly and irregularly; as e.g. with fear or cold or like the leaves of an aspen in a breeze
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mixed feelings or emotions
a person who is in charge a person who exercises control over workers the head of a tribe or clan most important element
small genus of densely tufted annual herbs; north temperate regions and South America and tropical Africa and Asia
a figure of speech in which an expression is used to refer to something that it does not literally denote in order to suggest a similarity
marked by extreme and violent energy marked by extreme anger (of the elements) as if showing violent anger
being abnormally tolerant to and dependent on something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming (especially alcohol or narcotic drugs) an abnormally strong craving (Roman law) a formal award by a magistrate of a thing or person to another person (as the award of a debtor to his creditor); a surrender to a master
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cause to start burning; subject to fire or great heat start to burn or burst into flames arouse or excite feelings and passions
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belonging to or characteristic of or occurring in summer
having or covered with hair
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walk consisting of a paved area for pedestrians; usually beside a street or roadway
lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike contemptuous disregard
with low volume with little or no sound with little or no activity or no agitation (`quiet' is a nonstandard variant for `quietly') in a restful manner
a hot fragment of wood or coal that is left from a fire and is glowing or smoldering
an energetic attempt to achieve something an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals) strenuous effort make a strenuous or labored effort to exert strenuous effort against opposition climb awkwardly, as if by scrambling be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight
an arbitrary sign (written or printed) that has acquired a conventional significance something visible that by association or convention represents something else that is invisible
a substance similar to stucco but exclusively applied to masonry walls cause to become give something useful or necessary to give an interpretation or rendition of give or supply pass down make over as a return give back to surrender someone or something to another show in, or as in, a picture coat with plastic or cement bestow restate (words) from one language into another language melt (fat or lard) in order to separate out impurities
without official authorization not in an official capacity
tall hat; worn by some British soldiers on ceremonial occasions
a noisemaker (as at parties or games) that makes a loud noise when you blow through it one of the bony outgrowths on the heads of certain ungulates a noise made by the driver of an automobile to give warning;  a high pommel of a Western saddle (usually metal covered with leather) a brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; has a narrow tube and a flared bell and is played by means of valves any hard protuberance from the head of an organism that is similar to or suggestive of a horn the material (mostly keratin) that covers the horns of ungulates and forms hooves and claws and nails a device having the shape of a horn an alarm device that makes a loud warning sound a brass musical instrument consisting of a conical tube that is coiled into a spiral and played by means of valves a device on an automobile for making a warning noise stab or pierce with a horn or tusk
praise somewhat dishonestly showing or representing to advantage
a native or inhabitant of Austria of or relating to Austria or its people or culture
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offensive or even (of persons) malicious exasperatingly difficult to handle or circumvent characterized by obscenity disgustingly dirty; filled or smeared with offensive matter
a grouping of a number of similar things an informal body of friends any collection in its entirety form into a bunch gather or cause to gather into a cluster
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cause to regain consciousness give new life or energy to be brought back to life, consciousness, or strength restore from a depressed, inactive, or unused state return to consciousness restored to consciousness or life or vigor given fresh life or vigor or spirit
a chronic inflammatory collagen disease affecting connective tissue (skin or joints)
move slowly; in the case of people or animals with the body near the ground to go stealthily or furtively grow or spread, often in such a way as to cover (a surface) show submission or fear
Irish abbess; a patron saint of Ireland (453-523)
a white soft metallic element that tarnishes readily; occurs in rare earth minerals and is usually classified as a rare earth a state in southern United States on the Gulf of Mexico; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War the syllable naming the sixth (submediant) note of a major or minor scale in solmization
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propriety in manners and conduct
more than enough in size or scope or capacity affording an abundant supply fairly large
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succeeding with great difficulty be the winner in a contest or competition; be victorious win something through one's efforts obtain advantages, such as points, etc. attain success or reach a desired goal having won very attractive; capturing interest
have recourse to move, travel, or proceed toward some place
the cry of a goose (or any sound resembling this) make a loud noise use the horn of a car cry like a goose eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth
the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle)
without any attempt at concealment; completely obvious conspicuously and offensively loud; given to vehement outcry
let saliva drivel from the mouth
someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime bringing or deserving severe rebuke or censure guilty of crime or serious offense involving or being or having the nature of a crime
give an education to create by training and teaching teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment
make a break in throw into disorder interfere in someone else's activity
the surrender of an accused or convicted person by one state or country to another (usually under the provisions of a statute or treaty)
shift or move by taking a step put down or press the foot, place the foot cause (a computer) to execute a single command treat badly furnish with steps move with one's feet in a specific manner walk a short distance to a specified place or in a specified manner place (a ship's mast) in its step measure (distances) by pacing move or proceed as if by steps into a new situation
an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk
touch (a body part) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements feel sudden intense sensation or emotion touch or stroke lightly
having or showing or requiring special skill
the atomic process that occurs during a chemical reaction the technical aspects of doing something a natural object resembling a machine in structure or function (philosophy) the philosophical theory that all phenomena can be explained in terms of physical or biological causes device consisting of a piece of machinery; has moving parts that perform some function
greater in size or importance or degree relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind of major significance or importance remarkable or out of the ordinary in degree or magnitude or effect very good uppercase in an advanced stage of pregnancy
fearless and daring clear and distinct very steep; having a prominent and almost vertical front
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a psychological state induced by (or as if induced by) a magical incantation a time for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else) a period of indeterminate length (usually short) marked by some action or condition a verbal formula believed to have magical force orally recite the letters of or give the spelling of indicate or signify write or name the letters that comprise the conventionally accepted form of (a word or part of a word) relieve (someone) from work by taking a turn place under a spell take turns working
an elaborate party (often outdoors)
a confused multitude of things informal terms for a difficult situation make into a puddle mix up or confuse
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a remark that calls attention to something or someone a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage an official recognition of merit make reference to make mention of commend
the activity of selecting the scenes to be shown and putting them together to create a film a part (sometimes a root or leaf or bud) removed from a plant to propagate a new plant through rooting or grafting the act of cutting something into parts a piece cut off from the main part of something an excerpt cut from a newspaper or magazine removing parts from hard material to create a desired pattern or shape the division of a deck of cards before dealing the act of penetrating or opening open with a sharp edge the act of diluting something the act of shortening something by chopping off the ends separate with or as if with an instrument cut down on; make a reduction in turn sharply; change direction abruptly make an incision or separation discharge from a group form by probing, penetrating, or digging style and tailor in a certain fashion hit (a ball) with a spin so that it turns in the opposite direction make out and issue cut and assemble the components of intentionally fail to attend be able to manage or manage successfully give the appearance or impression of move (one's fist) pass directly and often in haste pass through or across make an abrupt change of image or sound stop filming make a recording of record a performance on (a medium) create by duplicating data form or shape by cutting or incising perform or carry out function as a cutting instrument allow incision or separation divide a deck of cards at random into two parts to make selection difficult cause to stop operating by disengaging a switch reap or harvest fell by sawing; hew penetrate injuriously refuse to acknowledge shorten as if by severing the edges or ends of weed out unwanted or unnecessary things dissolve by breaking down the fat of have a reducing effect cease, stop reduce in scope while retaining essential elements lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture have grow through the gums grow through the gums cut off the testicles (of male animals such as horses) (of speech) harsh or hurtful in tone or character unpleasantly cold and damp painful as if caused by a sharp instrument
a room in which a lawcourt sits
a cutaneous sensation often resulting from light stroking the act of tickling touch (a body part) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements feel sudden intense sensation or emotion touch or stroke lightly
any of several small ungulate mammals of Africa and Asia with rodent-like incisors and feet with hooflike toes an official prosecutor for a judicial district
politically neutral
the quality of being warmhearted and considerate and humane and sympathetic tendency to be kind and forgiving a kind act
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time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis some point or period in time a day assigned to a particular purpose or observance the time after sunrise and before sunset while it is light outside the recurring hours when you are not sleeping (especially those when you are working) an era of existence or influence the period of time taken by a particular planet (e.g. Mars) to make a complete rotation on its axis the time for one complete rotation of the earth relative to a particular star, about 4 minutes shorter than a mean solar day a period of opportunity United States writer best known for his autobiographical works (1874-1935)
an educational institution for children too young for elementary school
a difficult or unusual or dangerous feat; usually done to gain attention a creature (especially a whale) that has been prevented from attaining full growth check the growth or development of perform a stunt or stunts
make into fiction convert into the form or the style of a novel
the swift release of a store of affective force an almost pleasurable sensation of fright something that causes you to experience a sudden intense feeling or sensation cause to be thrilled by some perceptual input feel sudden intense sensation or emotion tremble convulsively, as from fear or excitement fill with sublime emotion
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remove from customary environment or associations arouse hostility or indifference in where there had formerly been love, affection, or friendliness caused to be unloved
notify of danger, potential harm, or risk admonish or counsel in terms of someone's behavior ask to go away notify, usually in advance
radiating or as if radiating light
a natural object that covers or envelops an artifact that covers something else (usually to protect or shelter or conceal it) the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it the act of protecting something by covering it the work of applying something;  provide with a covering or cause to be covered form a cover over span an interval of distance, space or time provide for act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory travel across or pass over be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism hold within range of an aimed firearm to take an action to protect against future problems hide from view or knowledge protect or defend (a position in a game) maintain a check on; especially by patrolling protect by insurance make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities invest with a large or excessive amount of something help out by taking someone's place and temporarily assuming his responsibilities be sufficient to meet, defray, or offset the charge or cost of spread over a surface to conceal or protect cover as if with a shroud copulate with a female, used especially of horses put something on top of something else play a higher card than the one previously played be responsible for guarding an opponent in a game sit on (eggs) clothe, as if for protection from the elements
the property of being pure and fresh (as if newly made); not stale or deteriorated originality by virtue of being refreshingly novel an alert and refreshed state originality by virtue of being new and surprising the trait of being rude and impertinent; inclined to take liberties
a strong flame that burns brightly shine brightly and intensively shoot rapidly and repeatedly burn brightly and intensely move rapidly and as if blazing indicate by marking trees with blazes shining intensely without any attempt at concealment; completely obvious
in a crude or unrefined manner in a crude and unskilled manner
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the lack of a relation of something to the matter at hand
United States suffragist in Wyoming (1814-1902) English poet and craftsman (1834-1896) leader of the American Revolution who signed the Declaration of Independence and raised money for the Continental Army (1734-1806) United States statesman who led the committee that produced the final draft of the United States Constitution (1752-1816)
women's underwear and nightclothes
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extremely poisonous or injurious; producing venom infectious; having the ability to cause disease harsh or corrosive in tone
lack of attention and due care willful lack of care and attention refuse to acknowledge bar from attention or consideration give little or no attention to
a remark that calls attention to something or someone a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage an indicator that orients you generally a book to which you can refer for authoritative facts a formal recommendation by a former employer to a potential future employer describing the person's qualifications and dependability the most direct or specific meaning of a word or expression; the class of objects that an expression refers to the act of referring or consulting a publication (or a passage from a publication) that is referred to (computer science) the code that identifies where a piece of information is stored the relation between a word or phrase and the object or idea it refers to refer to
a person who shirks his work or duty (especially one who tries to evade military service in wartime) not tense or taut flowing with little speed as e.g. at the turning of the tide lacking in rigor or strictness
an advertisement (usually printed on a page or in a leaflet) intended for wide distribution having a circular shape describing a circle; moving in a circle
arousing no interest or attention or curiosity or excitement characteristic or suggestive of an institution especially in being uniform or dull or unimaginative
the state of being physically constrained a device that retards something's motion the act of constraining; the threat or use of force to control the thoughts or behavior of others
a Japanese cheer of enthusiasm or triumph
put in motion or move to act make active or more active make more adsorptive aerate (sewage) so as to favor the growth of organisms that decompose organic matter make (substances) radioactive
a crosspiece spreading the gunnels of a boat; used as a seat in a rowboat hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of
the doctrine that people's duty is to promote human welfare the doctrine emphasizing a person's capacity for self-realization through reason; rejects religion and the supernatural the cultural movement of the Renaissance; based on classical studies
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a relatively long narrow piece of something artifact consisting of a narrow flat piece of material an airfield without normal airport facilities a sequence of drawings telling a story in a newspaper or comic book thin piece of wood or metal a form of erotic entertainment in which a dancer gradually undresses to music take away possessions from someone get undressed remove the surface from remove substances from by a percolating liquid lay bare steal goods; take as spoils remove all contents or possession from, or empty completely strip the cured leaves from remove the thread (of screws) remove a constituent from a liquid take off or remove draw the last milk (of cows) remove (someone's or one's own) clothes
to put down by force or authority take possession of by force, as after an invasion overcome by conquest
to show, make visible or apparent attract attention by displaying some body part or posing; of animals
a narcotics addict someone who is so ardently devoted to something that it resembles an addiction
weight down with a load impose a task upon, assign a responsibility to bearing a heavy burden of work or difficulties or responsibilities bearing a physically heavy weight or load
an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest the act of inflicting corporal punishment with repeated blows beat thoroughly and conclusively in a competition or fight pass the tongue over find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of take up with the tongue
pattern of weaving or structure of a fabric interlace by or as if by weaving create a piece of cloth by interlacing strands of fabric, such as wool or cotton sway to and fro to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course
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a person who designs and writes and tests computer programs
of or relating to or characterized by sexuality having or involving sex involved in a sexual relationship
(music) a gradual increase in loudness grow louder
a sharp explosive sound as from a gunshot or drawing a cork bulge outward hit a pop-fly make a sharp explosive noise fire a weapon with a loud explosive noise cause to make a sharp explosive sound appear suddenly or unexpectedly put or thrust suddenly and forcefully release suddenly hit or strike drink down entirely take drugs, especially orally cause to burst with a loud, explosive sound burst open with a sharp, explosive sound
incidental activity performed by an actor for dramatic effect
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not original; not being or productive of something fresh and unusual
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uninterrupted connection or union a detailed script used in making a film in order to avoid discontinuities from shot to shot the property of a continuous and connected period of time
the act of walking with a slow heavy gait walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud
argue or speak in defense of be on the defensive; act against an attack protect against a challenge or attack fight against or resist strongly protect or fight for as a champion be the defense counsel for someone in a trial state or assert
a university town in southeast Wyoming
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly')
make a comment, usually ironic
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a person who carries a message
a man who is virile and sexually active ornament consisting of a circular rounded protuberance (as on a vault or shield or belt) an upright in house framing adult male horse kept for breeding poker in which each player receives hole cards and the remainder are dealt face up; bets are placed after each card is dealt scatter or intersperse like dots or studs provide with or construct with studs
a speech that is open to the public a lengthy rebuke teaching by giving a discourse on some subject (typically to a class) deliver a lecture or talk censure severely or angrily
(Old Testament) a giant Philistine warrior who was slain by David with a slingshot someone or something that is abnormally large and powerful
draw back, as with fear or pain make a face indicating disgust or dislike
red color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of blood a tributary of the Mississippi River that flows eastward from Texas along the southern boundary of Oklahoma and through Louisiana emotionally charged terms used to refer to extreme radicals or revolutionaries the amount by which the cost of a business exceeds its revenue of a color at the end of the color spectrum (next to orange); resembling the color of blood or cherries or tomatoes or rubies characterized by violence or bloodshed (especially of the face) reddened or suffused with or as if with blood from emotion or exertion
a toothed wheel that engages another toothed mechanism in order to change the speed or direction of transmitted motion wheelwork consisting of a connected set of rotating gears by which force is transmitted or motion or torque is changed a mechanism for transmitting motion for some specific purpose (as the steering gear of a vehicle) equipment consisting of miscellaneous articles needed for a particular operation or sport etc. set the level or character of
in a complex manner
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a member of the ancient Germanic peoples who spread from the Rhine into the Roman Empire in the 4th century a smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked; often served on a bread roll stamp with a postmark to indicate date and time of mailing exempt by means of an official pass or letter, as from customs or other checks characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion clearly manifest; evident
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the cardinal number that is the sum of thirteen and one being one more than thirteen
make clear and (more) comprehensible make clear by removing impurities or solids, as by heating
ideas or actions intended to deal with a problem or situation the act of drawing spatially closer to something a way of entering or leaving the final path followed by an aircraft as it is landing the event of one object coming closer to another a tentative suggestion designed to elicit the reactions of others the temporal property of becoming nearer in time a close approximation a relatively short golf shot intended to put the ball onto the putting green move towards come near or verge on, resemble, come nearer in quality, or character begin to deal with come near in time make advances to someone, usually with a proposal or suggestion
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respectful deference
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a fight involving shooting small arms with the intent to kill or frighten
the act of executing by a method widespread in the ancient world; the victim's hands and feet are bound or nailed to a cross the death of Jesus by crucifixion the infliction of extremely painful punishment or suffering
a mutual or reciprocal action; interacting (physics) the transfer of energy between elementary particles or between an elementary particle and a field or between fields; mediated by gauge bosons
a unit of length equal to 3 feet; defined as 91.44 centimeters; originally taken to be the average length of a stride the enclosed land around a house or other building a tract of land enclosed for particular activities (sometimes paved and usually associated with buildings) the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100 a unit of volume (as for sand or gravel) a tract of land where logs are accumulated an area having a network of railway tracks and sidings for storage and maintenance of cars and engines a long horizontal spar tapered at the end and used to support and spread a square sail or lateen an enclosure for animals (as chicken or livestock)
impart vigor, strength, or vitality to with restored energy
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a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc. thought that makes something comprehensible the act of explaining; making something plain or intelligible
a board with wheels that is ridden in a standing or crouching position and propelled by foot ride on a flat board with rollers attached to the bottom
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the act of giving an account describing incidents or a course of events a fine cord of twisted fibers (of cotton or silk or wool or nylon etc.) used in sewing and weaving tell or spin a yarn
an often persistent bodily disorder or disease; a cause for complaining
become an ally or associate, as by a treaty or marriage related by common characteristics or ancestry of or relating to or denoting the Allies in World War II of or relating to or denoting the Allies in World War I united in a confederacy or league joined by treaty or agreement
overeat or eat immodestly; make a pig of oneself
a human being subject to death involving loss of divine grace or spiritual death unrelenting and deadly causing or capable of causing death
a structure or object that impedes free movement any condition that makes it difficult to make progress or to achieve an objective anything serving to maintain separation by obstructing vision or access
hold back within allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature secure and keep for possible future use or application keep in one's mind
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feel grief cause to feel sorrow sorrowful through loss or deprivation
experiencing or marked by or expressing sorrow especially that associated with irreparable loss
the region of the United States lying to the south of the Mason-Dixon line the southern states that seceded from the United States in 1861 the cardinal compass point that is at 180 degrees a location in the southern part of a country, region, or city the direction corresponding to the southward cardinal compass point situated in or facing or moving toward or coming from the south in a southern direction
use again in altered form
being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition minutely precise especially in differences in meaning thin in thickness or diameter characterized by elegance or refinement or accomplishment of textures that are smooth to the touch or substances consisting of relatively small particles free from impurities; having a high or specified degree of purity
resembling or characteristic of or appropriate to an elegy expressing sorrow often for something past
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the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth have flavor; taste of something give taste to taste appreciatively derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
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something given or done as an expression of esteem payment by one nation for protection by another payment extorted by gangsters on threat of violence
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the limits within which something can be effective an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet" the act of physically reaching or thrusting out the limit of capability reach a destination, either real or abstract reach a point in time, or a certain state or level move forward or upward in order to touch; also in a metaphorical sense be in or establish communication with to gain with effort to extend as far as reach a goal, e.g., "make the first team" place into the hands or custody of to exert much effort or energy
relating to or concerned with strategy highly important to or an integral part of a strategy or plan of action especially in war
a loud hooting cry of exultation or excitement shout, as if with joy or enthusiasm cough spasmodically
a small figure of a person operated from above with strings by a puppeteer a person who is controlled by others and is used to perform unpleasant or dishonest tasks for someone else a doll with a hollow head of a person or animal and a cloth body; intended to fit over the hand and be manipulated with the fingers
used to wrap around pipes or boilers or laid in attics to prevent loss of heat hang (back) or fall (behind) in movement, progress, development, etc. lock up or confine, in or as in a jail throw or pitch at a mark, as with coins cover with lagging to prevent heat loss
reach a destination, either real or abstract reach a point in time, or a certain state or level move forward or upward in order to touch; also in a metaphorical sense be in or establish communication with to gain with effort to extend as far as reach a goal, e.g., "make the first team" place into the hands or custody of to exert much effort or energy
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a very old person a person who lived in ancient times belonging to times long past especially of the historical period before the fall of the Western Roman Empire very old
in an unfortunate way with sadness; in a sad manner in an unfortunate or deplorable manner
sweep across or over move with sweeping, effortless, gliding motions sweep with a broom or as if with a broom force into some kind of situation, condition, or course of action to cover or extend over an area or time period clean by sweeping win an overwhelming victory in or on cover the entire range of make a big sweeping gesture or movement possessing sweep
the subculture of users of psychedelic drugs
a person who lived during the reign of Elizabeth I of or relating to Elizabeth I of England or to the age in which she ruled as queen
lacking refinement or cultivation or taste of or associated with the great masses of people being or characteristic of or appropriate to everyday language conspicuously and tastelessly indecent
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in a realistic manner in a realistic manner
German physicist who invented the mercury thermometer and developed the scale of temperature that bears his name (1686-1736) of or relating to a temperature scale proposed by the inventor of the mercury thermometer
the lower part of the female reproductive tract; a moist canal in female mammals extending from the labia minora to the uterus
(prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse the close of a musical section a recurrent rhythmical series
verbal misrepresentation intended to take advantage of you in some way
work hastily or carelessly; deal with inadequately and superficially limit in quality or quantity supply sparingly and with restricted quantities less than the correct or legal or full amount often deliberately so
eat in a mess hall make a mess of or create disorder in
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small room on a ship or boat where people sleep a small house built of wood; usually in a wooded area the enclosed compartment of an aircraft or spacecraft where passengers are carried confine to a small space, such as a cabin
make tight; secure against leakage close with or as if with a seal decide irrevocably affix a seal to cover with varnish hunt seals established irrevocably closed or secured with or as if with a seal undisclosed for the time being determined irrevocably having been paved covered with a waterproof coating (of walls) covered with a coat of plaster
call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) stop sleeping summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic cause to be alert and energetic cause to become awake or conscious to begin moving, "As the thunder started the sleeping children began to stir" stimulate sexually
in a miraculous manner
make sharp or sharper make crisp or more crisp and precise become sharp or sharper put (an image) into focus; we cannot enjoy the movie" make (images or sounds) sharp or sharper raise the pitch of (musical notes) give a point to make (one's senses) more acute
a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc. thought that makes something comprehensible the act of explaining; making something plain or intelligible
a person of no influence
bestow a quality on contribute to some cause be conducive to provide
lacking in liveliness or charm or surprise causing dejection
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continuing forever or indefinitely
of or relating to the external conditions or surroundings concerned with the ecological effects of altering the environment
in a sporadic manner
offensive boldness and assertiveness
the property of being easy to see and understand
beyond calculation or measure
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come or bring to a finish or an end; others finished in over 4 hours" bring to a whole, with all the necessary parts or elements complete or carry out complete a pass write all the required information onto a form
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have a great affection or liking for get pleasure from be enamored or in love with have sexual intercourse with held dear
having an air of allure, romance and excitement
a formal exposition
cause to change shape in a computer animation change shape as via computer animation
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displeasing to the senses inclined to anger or bad feelings with overtones of menace morally reprehensible provoking horror
an event resulting in great loss and misfortune
a strong positive emotion of regard and affection any object of warm affection or devotion;  a beloved person; used as terms of endearment a deep feeling of sexual desire and attraction a score of zero in tennis or squash sexual activities (often including sexual intercourse) between two people have a great affection or liking for get pleasure from be enamored or in love with have sexual intercourse with
a person who loves someone or is loved by someone an ardent follower and admirer a significant other to whom you are not related by marriage
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a sudden intense burst of radiant energy a momentary brightness a short vivid experience a sudden brilliant understanding a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat) a gaudy outward display a burst of light used to communicate or illuminate a short news announcement concerning some on-going news story a bright patch of color used for decoration or identification a lamp for providing momentary light to take a photograph gleam or glow intermittently appear briefly display proudly; act ostentatiously or pretentiously make known or cause to appear with great speed run or move very quickly or hastily expose or show briefly protect by covering with a thin sheet of metal emit a brief burst of light
one of the highest earned academic degrees conferred by a university
the enactment of a pretense make believe with the intent to deceive behave unnaturally or affectedly put forward a claim and assert right or possession of put forward, of a guess, in spite of possible refutation represent fictitiously, as in a play, or pretend to be or act like state insincerely
United States filmmaker (born in 1928)
without prior preparation
gay or light-hearted recreational activity for diversion or amusement play boisterously
(used of persons or artifacts) marked by independence and creativity in thought or action
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execution by cutting off the victim's head killing by cutting off the head cut the head of
a person who is sexually attracted to both sexes sexually attracted to both sexes having an ambiguous sexual identity
receptacle that holds odds and ends (as sewing materials) put (things or places) in order marked by order and cleanliness in appearance or habits (of hair) neat and tidy large in amount or extent or degree
the trace of a point whose direction of motion changes a line on a graph representing data a pitch of a baseball that is thrown with spin so that its path curves as it approaches the batter the property possessed by the curving of a line or surface curved segment (of a road or river or railroad track etc.) turn sharply; change direction abruptly extend in curves and turns form an arch or curve bend or cause to bend form a curl, curve, or kink
providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (`comfy' is informal) free from stress or conducive to mental ease; having or affording peace of mind more than adequate sufficient to provide comfort in fortunate circumstances financially; moderately rich
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in mental comfort; without stress in physical comfort in financial comfort
not likely to be true or to occur or to have occurred has little chance of being the case or coming about having a probability too low to inspire belief
a person who possesses great material wealth have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense have as a feature go through (mental or physical states or experiences) have ownership or possession of cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition serve oneself to, or consume regularly have a personal or business relationship with someone organize or be responsible for have left be confronted with undergo suffer from; be ill with cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner receive willingly something given or offered get something; come into possession of undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) achieve a point or goal cause to be born have sex with; archaic use
an authoritative rule a guiding principle issue commands or orders for say out loud for the purpose of recording rule as a dictator
the passage to the stomach and lungs; in the front part of the neck below the chin and above the collarbone an opening in the vamp of a shoe at the instep a passage resembling a throat in shape or function;  the part of an animal's body that corresponds to a person's throat
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having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions intense or sharp very good painful as if caused by a sharp instrument having a sharp cutting edge or point
from appearances alone unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly')
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to a minimal degree
wire for tying up bales of hay informal or slang terms for mentally irregular not functioning properly
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having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude done with delicacy and skill
small stuff that is used for lashing two or more ropes together the act of gripping something firmly with the hands (or the tentacles) take hold of; grab take or capture by force take possession of by force, as after an invasion take temporary possession of as a security, by legal authority seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession hook by a pull on the line affect capture the attention or imagination of
clean or organized showing care in execution free from what is tawdry or unbecoming free from clumsiness; precisely or deftly executed very good without water
used in combination to denote the middle
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a long truck for carrying motor vehicles a crane for moving material with dispatch as in loading and unloading ships a moving belt that transports objects (as in a factory)
something that interests you because it is important or affects you an anxious feeling a feeling of sympathy for someone or something something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it be relevant to be on the mind of
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disturb the composure of still in doubt not settled or established subject to change not yet settled
call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) evoke or provoke to appear or occur provide the needed stimulus for annoy continually or chronically incited, especially deliberately, to anger
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a practical method or art applied to some particular task skillfulness in the command of fundamentals deriving from practice and familiarity
come together come upon, as if by accident; meet with be beset by experience as a reaction contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle
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(logic) a proposition that is accepted as true in order to provide a basis for logical reasoning put (something somewhere) firmly put before take as a given; assume as a postulate or axiom
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a temporally organized plan for matters to be attended to a list of matters to be taken up (as at a meeting)
of or relating to ethnography
a slow mode of locomotion on hands and knees or dragging the body move slowly; in the case of people or animals with the body near the ground feel as if crawling with insects be full of show submission or fear swim by doing the crawl; they often don't know how to crawl"
a feeling of dissatisfaction that results when your expectations are not realized an act (or failure to act) that disappoints someone
someone who mimics (especially an actor or actress) imitate (a person or manner), especially for satirical effect
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the cardinal number that is the sum of seven and one a group of United States painters founded in 1907 and noted for their realistic depictions of sordid aspects of city life one of four playing cards in a deck with eight pips on the face being one more than seven
attack brutally and fiercely criticize harshly or violently
a minor match preceding the main event something that serves as a preceding event or introduces what follows denoting an action or event preceding or in preparation for something more important; designed to orient or acquaint with a situation before proceeding
a container used for carrying money and small personal items or accessories (especially by women)
showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others mentally quick and resourceful showing inventiveness and skill
a person who lived during the reign of Elizabeth I
a Hindu or Buddhist religious leader and spiritual teacher each of the first ten leaders of the Sikh religion a recognized leader in some field or of some movement
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again but in a new or different way
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a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage a passage or expression that is quoted or cited a statement of the current market price of a security or commodity the practice of quoting from books or plays etc.
a German member of Adolf Hitler's political party derogatory term for a person who is fanatically dedicated to, or seeks to control, some activity, practice, etc. relating to or consistent with or typical of the ideology and practice of Nazism or the Nazis relating to a form of socialism
used in or characteristic of or containing allegory
the first beat of a musical measure (as the conductor's arm moves downward)
give encouragement to cheerfully encouraging
having or showing great excitement and interest
leave stranded or isolated with little hope of rescue drive (a vessel) ashore bring to the ground cut off or left behind
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an impairment of health or a condition of abnormal functioning
proceeding to a conclusion by reason or argument rather than intuition (of e.g. speech and writing) tending to depart from the main point or cover a wide range of subjects
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a situation in which life seems irrational and meaningless inconsistent with reason or logic or common sense incongruous; inviting ridicule
an event that occurs at a critical time a vaguely specified social event reason the time of a particular event an opportunity to do something give occasion to
confidential information about a topic or person being very thin of or relating to or resembling skin fitting snugly giving or spending with reluctance
under normal conditions
expressing extreme contempt
the physiological state produced by a poison or other toxic substance a temporary state resulting from excessive consumption of alcohol excitement and elation beyond the bounds of sobriety
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the act of choosing or selecting an assortment of things from which a choice can be made the person or thing chosen or selected a natural process resulting in the evolution of organisms best adapted to the environment a passage selected from a larger work
naughtily or annoyingly playful
hold dear be fond of; be attached to characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for
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become imbued take up mentally take up, as of debts or payments take in, also metaphorically cause to become one with suck or take up or in devote (oneself) fully to assimilate or take in consume all of one's attention or time capable of arousing and holding the attention
the words of something written a passage from the Bible that is used as the subject of a sermon a book prepared for use in schools or colleges the main body of a written work (as distinct from illustrations or footnotes etc.)
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make more humane
a malevolent desire for revenge
a community of people smaller than a village the hero of William Shakespeare's tragedy who hoped to avenge the murder of his father a settlement smaller than a town
imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind view the outline of by means of an X-ray form a mental picture of something that is invisible or abstract make visible seen in the mind as a mental image
filled with or marked by tears showing sorrow
a monochrome picture made by using several different shades of the same color
breathe noisily, as when one is exhausted
heighten or intensify supply the inspiration for serve as the inciting cause of spur on or encourage especially by cheers and shouts fill with revolutionary ideas draw in (air) stimulating or exalting to the spirit
a form of socialism that abolishes private ownership a political theory favoring collectivism in a classless society
the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning
a momentary flash of light merriment expressed by a brightness or gleam or animation of countenance electrical conduction through a gas in an applied electric field a small but noticeable trace of some quality that might become stronger Scottish writer of satirical novels (born in 1918) a small fragment of a burning substance thrown out by burning material or by friction put in motion or move to act emit or produce sparks
a flat cake of thin batter fried on both sides on a griddle
(astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Scorpio the eighth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about October 23 to November 21 arachnid of warm dry regions having a long segmented tail ending in a venomous stinger
an insane person
(sports) dropping the ball feel about uncertainly or blindly make one's way clumsily or blindly handle clumsily make a mess of, destroy or ruin drop or juggle or fail to play cleanly a grounder
in an auspicious manner
French physiologist noted for research on secretions of the alimentary canal and the glycogenic function of the liver (1813-1878)
a form of sexual desire in which gratification depends to an abnormal degree on some object or item of clothing or part of the body a charm superstitiously believed to embody magical powers excessive or irrational devotion to some activity
(Judeo-Christian and Islamic religions) chief spirit of evil and adversary of God; tempter of mankind; master of Hell
the act of buying obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction make illegal payments to in exchange for favors or influence be worth or be capable of buying acquire by trade or sacrifice or exchange accept as true
an expression whose meaning cannot be determined from its context unclearness by virtue of having more than one meaning
requiring secret or mysterious knowledge
feel about uncertainly or blindly make one's way clumsily or blindly handle clumsily make a mess of, destroy or ruin drop or juggle or fail to play cleanly a grounder
pleasing in appearance especially by reason of conformity to ideals of form and proportion given or giving freely
one of lesser rank or station or quality a character or symbol set or printed or written beneath or slightly below and to the side of another character of or characteristic of low rank or importance of low or inferior quality written or printed below and to one side of another character having an orbit between the sun and the Earth's orbit lower than a given reference point falling short of some prescribed norm
a stable situation in which forces cancel one another a chemical reaction and its reverse proceed at equal rates equality of distribution a sensory system located in structures of the inner ear that registers the orientation of the head
a representation of a person or scene in the form of a print or transparent slide; recorded by a camera on light-sensitive material record on photographic film undergo being photographed in a certain way
treat badly change the inherent purpose or function of something use foul or abusive language towards use wrongly or improperly or excessively used improperly or excessively especially drugs subjected to cruel treatment
far beyond what is usual in magnitude or degree surpassing what is common or usual or expected deviating widely from a norm of physical or mental ability; used especially of children below normal in intelligence
a regular route for a sentry or policeman the rhythmic contraction and expansion of the arteries with each beat of the heart the basic rhythmic unit in a piece of music a single pulsation of an oscillation produced by adding two waves of different frequencies; has a frequency equal to the difference between the two oscillations a member of the beat generation; a nonconformist in dress and behavior the sound of stroke or blow (prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse a regular rate of repetition a stroke or blow the act of beating to windward; sailing as close as possible to the direction from which the wind is blowing come out better in a competition, race, or conflict give a beating to; subject to a beating, either as a punishment or as an act of aggression hit repeatedly move rhythmically shape by beating make a rhythmic sound glare or strike with great intensity move with a thrashing motion sail with much tacking or with difficulty stir vigorously strike (a part of one's own body) repeatedly, as in great emotion or in accompaniment to music be superior avoid paying make a sound like a clock or a timer move with a flapping motion indicate by beating, as with the fingers or drumsticks move with or as if with a regular alternating motion make by pounding or trampling produce a rhythm by striking repeatedly strike (water or bushes) repeatedly to rouse animals for hunting beat through cleverness and wit be a mystery or bewildering to wear out completely very tired
a man who is the lover of a girl or young woman a man who is much concerned with his dress and appearance
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(medicine) a systematic plan for therapy (often including diet)
massive plantigrade carnivorous or omnivorous mammals with long shaggy coats and strong claws an investor with a pessimistic market outlook; an investor who expects prices to fall and so sells now in order to buy later at a lower price have cause to be born put up with something or somebody unpleasant move while holding up or supporting bring forth, "The apple tree bore delicious apples this year" take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person contain or hold; have within bring in have on one's person behave in a certain manner have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices support or hold in a certain manner be pregnant with
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a signal transmitted along a narrow path; guides airplane pilots in darkness or bad weather long thick piece of wood or metal or concrete, etc., used in construction a group of nearly parallel lines of electromagnetic radiation a column of light (as from a beacon) (nautical) breadth amidships the broad side of a ship a gymnastic apparatus used by women gymnasts smile radiantly; express joy through one's facial expression emit light; be bright, as of the sun or a light express with a beaming face or smile broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink experience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion
any of various edible seeds of plants of the family Leguminosae used for food any of various seeds or fruits that are beans or resemble beans any of various leguminous plants grown for their edible seeds and pods informal terms for a human head hit on the head, especially with a pitched baseball
the state of being held in high esteem and honor notoriety for some particular characteristic the general estimation that the public has for a person
a person with great powers and abilities a person who is part mortal and part god
the state of being without a flaw or defect an ideal instance; a perfect embodiment of a concept the act of making something perfect
the time when something happens the regulation of occurrence, pace, or coordination to achieve a desired effect (as in music, theater, athletics, mechanics) measure the time or duration of an event or action or the person who performs an action in a certain period of time assign a time for an activity or event set the speed, duration, or execution of regulate or set the time of adjust so that a force is applied and an action occurs at the desired time
become an ally or associate, as by a treaty or marriage
grow vigorously make steady progress; be at the high point in one's career or reach a high point in historical significance or importance
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a fully differentiated structural and functional unit in an animal that is specialized for some particular function a government agency or instrument devoted to the performance of some specific function (music) an electronic simulation of a pipe organ a periodical that is published by a special interest group wind instrument whose sound is produced by means of pipes arranged in sets supplied with air from a bellows and controlled from a large complex musical keyboard a free-reed instrument in which air is forced through the reeds by bellows
a receptacle for the ash from smokers' cigars or cigarettes
lead someone in the wrong direction or give someone wrong directions give bad advice to poorly conceived or thought out wrong in e.g. opinion or judgment
a feeling of intense anger a state of extreme anger something that is desired intensely violent state of the elements an interest followed with exaggerated zeal behave violently, as if in state of a great anger be violent; as of fires and storms feel intense anger
a cooperative unit (especially in sports) two or more draft animals that work together to pull something form a team
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the kinship relation between an offspring and the mother
a quantity much larger than is needed immoderation as a consequence of going beyond sufficient or permitted limits the state of being more than full excessive indulgence
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be or do something to a greater degree get the better of
cause to move forward with force give an incentive for action
the attire worn in a play or at a fancy dress ball unusual or period attire not characteristic of or appropriate to the time and place the prevalent fashion of dress (including accessories and hair style as well as garments) the attire characteristic of a country or a time or a social class dress in a costume furnish with costumes; as for a film or play
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a mistake resulting from neglect something that has been omitted any process whereby sounds or words are left out of spoken words or phrases neglecting to do something; leaving out or passing over something
have an existence, be extant support oneself
go at a rack stretch to the limits put on a rack and pinion obtain by coercion or intimidation run before a gale fly in high wind draw off from the lees torment emotionally or mentally work on a rack seize together, as of parallel ropes of a tackle in order to prevent running through the block torture on the rack
a person who owes allegiance to that nation of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country limited to or in the interests of a particular nation concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country owned or maintained for the public by the national government inside the country characteristic of or peculiar to the people of a nation of or relating to nationality
a hostile disagreement face-to-face
a native or inhabitant of Taiwan any of the forms of Chinese spoken in Fukien province of or relating to or characteristic of the island republic on Taiwan or its residents or their language
prolonged unfulfilled desire or need desire strongly or persistently have a desire for something or someone who is not present have affection for; feel tenderness for
the amount of energy transmitted (as by acoustic or electromagnetic radiation) high level or degree; the property of being intense the magnitude of sound (usually in a specified direction) chromatic purity: freedom from dilution with white and hence vivid in hue
coarse, indigestible plant food low in nutrients; its bulk stimulates intestinal peristalsis
increase make better or more attractive increased or intensified in value or beauty or quality
a stretch of shallow water make shallow become shallow
with imagination
the descendants of one individual line of descent of a purebred animal ancestry of a purebred animal having a list of ancestors as proof of being a purebred animal
a native or inhabitant of Turkey
a brief literary description a photograph whose edges shade off gradually a small illustrative sketch (as sometimes placed at the beginning of chapters in books)
a coil of low resistance and high inductance used in electrical circuits to pass direct current and attenuate alternating current a valve that controls the flow of air into the carburetor of a gasoline engine breathe with great difficulty, as when experiencing a strong emotion be too tight; rub or press wring the neck of constrict (someone's) throat and keep from breathing struggle for breath; have insufficient oxygen intake fail to perform adequately due to tension or agitation check or slow down the action or effect of become or cause to become obstructed impair the respiration of or obstruct the air passage of become stultified, suppressed, or stifled suppress the development, creativity, or imagination of pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life reduce the air supply cause to retch or choke
the largest city in Michigan and a major Great Lakes port; center of the United States automobile industry; located in southeastern Michigan on the Detroit river across from Windsor
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main force of a blow etc
an effort that is inconvenient a factor causing trouble in achieving a positive result or tending to produce a negative result a condition or state of affairs almost beyond one's ability to deal with and requiring great effort to bear or overcome the quality of being difficult
an unvarying or habitual method or procedure a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program found in the ordinary course of events
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gradual improvement or growth or development the act of moving forward (as toward a goal) a movement forward develop in a positive way move forward, also in the metaphorical sense form or accumulate steadily
the line or plane indicating the limit or extent of something a line determining the limits of an area the greatest possible degree of something
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a striking or amusing or caustic remark
one of greater rank or station or quality the head of a religious community a combatant who is able to defeat rivals the largest freshwater lake in the world; the deepest of the Great Lakes a town in northwest Wisconsin on Lake Superior across from Duluth a character or symbol set or printed or written above and immediately to one side of another character of high or superior quality or performance of or characteristic of high rank or importance (sometimes followed by `to') not subject to or influenced by written or printed above and to one side of another character having an orbit farther from the sun than the Earth's orbit having a higher rank (often followed by `to') above being affected or influenced by
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an emotion of great sadness associated with loss or bereavement sadness associated with some wrong done or some disappointment something that causes great unhappiness the state of being sad feel grief
a loud low dull continuous noise a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone show one's unhappiness or critical attitude make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath to utter or emit low dull rumbling sounds make a low noise
deliver (a speech, oration, or idea) bring to a destination, make a delivery to surrender someone or something to another free from harm or evil hand over to the authorities of another country pass down utter (an exclamation, noise, etc.) save from sins carry out or perform relinquish possession or control over throw or hurl from the mound to the batter, as in baseball cause to be born
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violent or brutal acts as of thugs
a landlocked republic in southwestern Asia; formerly an Asian soviet; modern Armenia is but a fragment of ancient Armenia which was one of the world's oldest civilizations; throughout 2500 years the Armenian people have been invaded and oppressed by their neighbors
English poet and theologian (1674-1748) a unit of power equal to 1 joule per second; the power dissipated by a current of 1 ampere flowing across a resistance of 1 ohm Scottish engineer and inventor whose improvements in the steam engine led to its wide use in industry (1736-1819)
a stage area out of sight of the audience concealed from public view or attention out of view of the public; behind the scenes in or to a backstage area of a theater
someone who imparts energy and vitality and spirit to other people the technician who produces animated cartoons
understanding and entering into another's feelings
a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat) a particular point in time occurring with no delay in or of the present month demanding attention
fail to follow suit when able and required to do so cancel officially
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larceny by threat of violence plundering during riots or in wartime
a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter activity characterized by good humor a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement a triviality not to be taken seriously tell a joke; speak humorously act in a funny or teasing way
the act of someone who picks up or takes something carry out require (time or space) take somebody somewhere get into one's hands, take physically take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect interpret something in a certain way; convey a particular meaning or impression take something or somebody with oneself somewhere take into one's possession travel or go by means of a certain kind of transportation, or a certain route pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives receive willingly something given or offered assume, as of positions or roles take into consideration for exemplifying purposes require as useful, just, or proper experience or feel or submit to make a film or photograph of something remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract serve oneself to, or consume regularly accept or undergo, often unwillingly make use of or accept for some purpose take by force occupy or take on admit into a group or community ascertain or determine by measuring, computing or take a reading from a dial be a student of a certain subject take as an undesirable consequence of some event or state of affairs head into a specified direction point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards be seized or affected in a specified way have with oneself; have on one's person engage for service under a term of contract receive or obtain regularly buy, select to get into a position of having, e.g., safety, comfort have sex with; archaic use lay claim to; as of an idea be designed to hold or take be capable of holding or containing develop a habit proceed along in a vehicle obtain by winning be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness very attractive; capturing interest
a person who is of equal standing with another in a group be identical or equivalent to be equal to in quality or ability make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching having the same quantity, value, or measure as another having the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task
a behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual the weaker part of a sword's blade from the forte to the tip
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feeling great sexual desire
a positive feeling of liking
treat or speak of with contempt
the act of swimming travel through water be afloat either on or below a liquid surface and not sink to the bottom be dizzy or giddy be covered with or submerged in a liquid move as if gliding through water
(American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate euphemistic expressions for death the motion of one object relative to another the end of something a bodily reaction of changing from one place or stage to another going by something that is moving in order to get in front of it success in satisfying a test or requirement go across or through move past make laws, bills, etc. or bring into effect by legislation pass by place into the hands or custody of stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point travel past come to pass go unchallenged; be approved pass time in a specific way pass over, across, or through transmit information disappear gradually go successfully through a test or a selection process be superior or better than some standard accept or judge as acceptable allow to go without comment or censure transfer to another; of rights or property pass into a specified state or condition throw (a ball) to another player be inherited by cause to pass grant authorization or clearance for pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life eliminate from the body lasting a very short time of advancing the ball by throwing it allowing you to pass (e.g., an examination or inspection) satisfactorily hasty and without attention to detail; not thorough to an extreme degree
the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit (medicine) a systematic plan for therapy (often including diet)
the semantic role of the noun phrase that designates the time of the state or action denoted by the verb not eternal of or relating to or limited by time of or relating to the temples (the sides of the skull behind the orbit) characteristic of or devoted to the temporal world as opposed to the spiritual world of this earth or world
having or deserving or conferring glory characterized by grandeur having great beauty and splendor
impairment resulting from long use a covering designed to be worn on a person's body the act of having on your person as a covering or adornment be dressed in have on one's person have in one's aspect; wear an expression of one's attitude or personality deteriorate through use or stress have or show an appearance of last and be usable go to pieces exhaust or get tired through overuse or great strain or stress put clothing on one's body
a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information a written explanation or criticism or illustration that is added to a book or other textual material a report (often malicious) about the behavior of other people make or write a comment on explain or interpret something provide interlinear explanations for words or phrases
a hole for the escape of gas or air external opening of urinary or genital system of a lower vertebrate a fissure in the earth's crust (or in the surface of some other planet) through which molten lava and gases erupt a slit in a garment (as in the back seam of a jacket) activity that frees or expresses creative energy or emotion give expression or utterance to expose to cool or cold air so as to cool or freshen
characterized or caused by inflammation arousing to action or rebellion
develop or come to a promising stage open to the view extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length spread out or open from a closed or folded state
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the act of harassing someone playfully or maliciously (especially by ridicule); provoking someone with persistent annoyances playful vexation the act of removing tangles from you hair with a comb annoy persistently harass with persistent criticism or carping to arouse hope, desire, or curiosity without satisfying them tear into pieces raise the nap of (fabrics) disentangle and raise the fibers of separate the fibers of mock or make fun of playfully ruffle (one's hair) by combing the ends towards the scalp, for a full effect playfully vexing (especially by ridicule) arousing sexual desire without intending to satisfy it causing irritation or annoyance
a glancing rebound spring back; spring away from an impact
express approval of present as worthy of regard, kindness, or confidence give to in charge express a good opinion of mention as by way of greeting or to indicate friendship
payment or reward (as for service rendered) the act of compensating for service or loss or injury make amends for; pay compensation for make payment to; compensate
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the sound of laughing a facial expression characteristic of a person laughing a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter produce laughter
a side road little traveled (as in the countryside)
the state of being a man; manly qualities the quality of being human the status of being a man
a crime syndicate in the United States; organized in families; believed to have important relations to the Sicilian Mafia a secret terrorist group in Sicily; originally opposed tyranny but evolved into a criminal organization in the middle of the 19th century any tightly knit group of trusted associates
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bring to light recover through digging
a fall onto your buttocks an embarrassing mistake
an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight) cause fear in
a trained athlete who participates in swimming meets a person who travels through the water by swimming
extraordinarily large in size or extent or amount or power or degree; that a whole civilization should be dependent on technology"- Walter Lippman extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers extreme in degree or extent or amount or impact
dirty with mud cause to become muddy make turbid (of soil) soft and watery dirty and messy; covered with mud or muck (of color) discolored by impurities; not bright and clear (of liquids) clouded as with sediment
heighten or intensify give life or energy to make lively impart vigor, strength, or vitality to imparting strength and vitality
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a reproduction of a written record (e.g. of a legal or school record) a thing made to be similar or identical to another thing matter to be printed; exclusive of graphical materials material suitable for a journalistic account copy down as is reproduce someone's behavior or looks reproduce or make an exact copy of make a replica of
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an agency of the United States Army responsible for providing timely and relevant and accurate and synchronized intelligence to tactical and operational and strategic level commanders the branch of computer science that deal with writing computer programs that can solve problems creatively a sloth that has three long claws on each forefoot and each hindfoot the introduction of semen into the oviduct or uterus by some means other than sexual intercourse
a long fixed look look at with fixed eyes
lend flavor to make fit make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else; moderate aged or processed rendered competent through trial and experience
a technician who is highly proficient and enthusiastic about some technical field (especially computing)
a coastal region at the southeastern corner of the Mediterranean bordering Israel and Egypt
in a lurid manner
a contented state of being happy and healthy and prosperous an unaccented beat (especially the last beat of a measure) pleasantly (even unrealistically) optimistic
something proposed (such as a plan or assumption) an offer of marriage the act of making a proposal
a room equipped for preparing meals
deviation from the normal or common order or form or rule a person who is unusual (astronomy) position of a planet as defined by its angular distance from its perihelion (as observed from the sun)
determine the essential quality of give a definition for the meaning of a word determine the nature of show the form or outline of decide upon or fix definitely
deciduous horn of a member of the deer family
make fit for, or change to suit a new purpose adapt or conform oneself to new or different conditions
be a mystery or bewildering to make more complicated full of difficulty or confusion or bewilderment
a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance) the temporal end; the concluding time a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality the place designated as the end (as of a race or journey) designated event that concludes a contest (especially a race) the downfall of someone (as of persons on one side of a conflict) event whose occurrence ends something (wine tasting) the taste of a wine on the back of the tongue (as it is swallowed) the act of finishing come or bring to a finish or an end; others finished in over 4 hours" finally be or do something have an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical provide with a finish finish eating all the food on one's plate or on the table cause to finish a relationship with somebody
get something; come into possession of receive a specified treatment (abstract) register (perceptual input) go through (mental or physical states or experiences) express willingness to have in one's home or environs accept as true or valid bid welcome to; greet upon arrival convert into sounds or pictures experience as a reaction have or give a reception receive as a retribution or punishment partake of the Holy Eucharist sacrament regard favorably or with disapproval conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers widely accepted as true or worthy; surveys show otherwise"- Economist
incapable of being resisted
the weather in some location averaged over some long period of time the prevailing psychological state
sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions be carried or travel on or in a vehicle continue undisturbed and without interference move like a floating object harass with persistent criticism or carping be sustained or supported or borne have certain properties when driven be contingent on lie moored or anchored sit on and control a vehicle climb up on the body ride over, along, or through keep partially engaged by slightly depressing a pedal with the foot copulate with
round yellow to orange fruit of any of several citrus trees orange color or pigment; any of a range of colors between red and yellow any citrus tree bearing oranges any pigment producing the orange color a river in South Africa that flows generally westward to the Atlantic Ocean of the color between red and yellow; similar to the color of a ripe orange
come or bring to a finish or an end; others finished in over 4 hours" finally be or do something have an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical provide with a finish finish eating all the food on one's plate or on the table cause to finish a relationship with somebody (of materials or goods) brought to the desired final state ended or brought to an end (of skills or the products of skills) brought to or having the greatest excellence; perfected having a surface coating or finish applied brought to ruin
with tenderness; in a tender manner
a grammatical category of verbs used to express distinctions of time become stretched or tense or taut increase the tension on become tense, nervous, or uneasy cause to be tense and uneasy or nervous or anxious in or of a state of physical or nervous tension pronounced with relatively tense tongue muscles (e.g., the vowel sound in `beat') taut or rigid; stretched tight
a small portable timepiece a period of time (4 or 2 hours) during which some of a ship's crew are on duty a purposeful surveillance to guard or observe the period during which someone (especially a guard) is on duty a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event the rite of staying awake for devotional purposes (especially on the eve of a religious festival) look attentively follow with the eyes or the mind see or watch observe with attention be vigilant, be on the lookout or be careful observe or determine by looking find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort
the space between two lines or planes that intersect; the inclination of one line to another; measured in degrees or radians a biased way of looking at or presenting something a member of a Germanic people who conquered England and merged with the Saxons and Jutes to become Anglo-Saxons move or proceed at an angle to incline or bend from a vertical position seek indirectly fish with a hook present with a bias
uncastrated adult male of domestic cattle a large and strong and heavyset man obscene words for unacceptable behavior a serious and ludicrous blunder uncomplimentary terms for a policeman an investor with an optimistic market outlook; an investor who expects prices to rise and so buys now for resale later (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Taurus the second sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about April 20 to May 20 the center of a target a formal proclamation issued by the pope (usually written in antiquated characters and sealed with a leaden bulla) mature male of various mammals of which the female is called `cow'; e.g. whales or elephants or especially cattle push or force try to raise the price of stocks through speculative buying speak insincerely or without regard for facts or truths advance in price
pass into or through, often by overcoming resistance come to understand become clear or enter one's consciousness or emotions enter a group or organization in order to spy on the members make one's way deeper into or through insert the penis into the vagina or anus of spread or diffuse through
a boy or man a friend who is frequently in the company of another a person who is member of one's class or profession one of a pair a member of a learned society an informal form of address for a man a man who is the lover of a girl or young woman
the scene of any event or action (especially the place of a meeting)
an army unit large enough to sustain combat one of the portions into which something is regarded as divided and which together constitute a whole the act or process of dividing an administrative unit in government or business discord that splits a group a league ranked by quality (biology) a group of organisms forming a subdivision of a larger category (botany) taxonomic unit of plants corresponding to a phylum a unit of the United States Air Force usually comprising two or more wings a group of ships of similar type an arithmetic operation that is the inverse of multiplication; the quotient of two numbers is computed the act of dividing or partitioning; separation by the creation of a boundary that divides or keeps apart
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relating to or located in the atmosphere
extending the legs at right angles to the trunk (one in front and the other in back) a bottle containing half the usual amount a promised or claimed share of loot or money a lengthwise crack in wood an opening made forcibly as by pulling apart an old Croatian city on the Adriatic Sea a dessert of sliced fruit and ice cream covered with whipped cream and cherries and nuts (tenpin bowling) a divided formation of pins left standing after the first bowl an increase in the number of outstanding shares of a corporation without changing the shareholders' equity the act of rending or ripping or splitting something division of a group into opposing factions separate into parts or portions separate or cut with a tool, such as a sharp instrument discontinue an association or relation; go different ways go one's own way; move apart come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure
lacking taste or flavor or tang lacking significance or liveliness or spirit or zest
extensive tract of level open land a basic knitting stitch express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment not elaborate or elaborated; simple lacking patterns especially in color not mixed with extraneous elements free from any effort to soften to disguise lacking embellishment or ornamentation lacking in physical beauty or proportion unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly')
perform an act, usually with a negative connotation
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outward or visible aspect of a person or thing the event of coming into sight formal attendance (in court or at a hearing) of a party in an action a mental representation the act of appearing in public view pretending that something is the case in order to make a good impression
a numerical quantity measured or assigned or computed the quality (positive or negative) that renders something desirable or valuable the amount (of money or goods or services) that is considered to be a fair equivalent for something else relative darkness or lightness of a color (music) the relative duration of a musical note an ideal accepted by some individual or group fix or determine the value of; assign a value to hold dear regard highly; think much of evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of estimate the value of
contribute to the progress or growth of give a promotion to or assign to a higher position make publicity for; try to sell (a product) be changed for a superior chess or checker piece change a pawn for a better piece by advancing it to the eighth row, or change a checker piece for a more valuable piece by moving it to the row closest to your opponent
the likelihood of making errors
of or relating to an entrepreneur willing to take risks in order to make a profit
keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view
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visit again
hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of treat cruelly discouraging by hindering preventing realization or attainment of a desire
the cry of an ass braying characteristic of donkeys reduce to small pieces or particles by pounding or abrading laugh loudly and harshly
a large shawm; the bass member of the shawm family cast, hurl, or throw repeatedly with some missile throw bombs at or attack with bombs address with continuously or persistently, as if with a barrage direct high energy particles or radiation against
form by carving engrave or cut by chipping away at a surface cut to pieces made for or formed by carving (`carven' is archaic or literary)
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spread or diffuse through pass through penetrate mutually or be interlocked
(of characters in literature or drama) evoking empathic or sympathetic feelings easy to like; agreeable
the act of flexing contract exhibit the strength of form a curve bend a joint cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
(psychology) an erroneous belief that is held in the face of evidence to the contrary a mistaken or unfounded opinion or idea the act of deluding; deception by creating illusory ideas
a foot soldier armed with a musket
a person who captures and holds people or animals
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have a certain weight show consideration for; take into account determine the weight of have weight; have import, carry weight to be oppressive or burdensome
the thing arranged or agreed to an orderly grouping (of things or persons) considered as a unit; the result of arranging an organized structure for arranging or classifying the spatial property of the way in which something is placed a piece of music that has been adapted for performance by a particular set of voices or instruments the act of arranging and adapting a piece of music
the quality of being bold and enterprising a feeling of hostility that arouses thoughts of attack a natural disposition to be hostile
ordinary writing as distinguished from verse matter of fact, commonplace, or dull expression
a person's partner in marriage an associate in an activity or endeavor or sphere of common interest a person who is a member of a partnership provide with a partner act as a partner
a high ranking police officer an investigator who observes carefully
the quality of lacking any predictable order or plan
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portray in words make a portrait of assume or act the character of represent abstractly, for example in a painting, drawing, or sculpture
confused movement the shape of something rotating rapidly a usually brief attempt the act of rotating rapidly turn in a twisting or spinning motion cause to spin flow in a circular current, of liquids revolve quickly and repeatedly around one's own axis fly around
write by means of a keyboard with types identify as belonging to a certain type
a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves) a colorless (or pale yellow or smoky) variety of zircon specialized technical terminology characteristic of a particular subject
a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condiments); different names are used in different sections of the United States grinding tooth with a broad crown; located behind the premolars machinery that processes materials by grinding or crushing a machine tool that polishes metal
a deaf person who is unable to speak a device used to soften the tone of a musical instrument deaden (a sound or noise), especially by wrapping expressed without speech unable to speak because of hereditary deafness
of or pertaining to or characteristic of Judaism adhering to what is commonly accepted of or relating to or characteristic of the Eastern Orthodox Church
a method of tending to or managing the affairs of a some group of people (especially the group's business affairs) the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something the act of administering medication the tenure of a president the act of governing; exercising authority the act of meting out justice according to the law
round one's back by bending forward and drawing the shoulders forward have sexual intercourse with
boldly resisting authority or an opposing force
smother or suppress make moist deaden (a sound or noise), especially by wrapping reduce the amplitude (of oscillations or waves) make vague or obscure or make (an image) less visible check; keep in check (a fire) lessen in force or effect
a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine
tastelessly showy
with superficial plausibility
a customary way of operation or behavior systematic training by multiple repetitions translating an idea into action the exercise of a profession knowledge of how something is usually done carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions learn by repetition engage in a rehearsal (of) avail oneself to engage in or perform
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an extended fictional work in prose; usually in the form of a story a printed and bound book that is an extended work of fiction
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the news as presented by reporters for newspapers or radio or television to give an account or representation of in words announce as the result of an investigation or experience or finding announce one's presence make known to the authorities be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism complain about; make a charge against
Russian dancer considered by many to be the greatest dancer of the 20th century (1890-1950)
the act of spitting (forcefully expelling saliva) expel or eject (saliva or phlegm or sputum) from the mouth utter with anger or contempt rain gently drive a skewer through
a female person who has the same parents as another person (Roman Catholic Church) a title given to a nun (and used as a form of address) a female person who is a fellow member of a sorority or labor union or other group (slang) sometimes used as a term of address for attractive young women
a browning of the skin resulting from exposure to the rays of the sun redness of the skin caused by exposure to the rays of the sun get a sunburn by overexposure to the sun
an opinion formed by judging something the act of judging or assessing a person or situation or event (law) the determination by a court of competent jurisdiction on matters submitted to it the cognitive process of reaching a decision or drawing conclusions the legal document stating the reasons for a judicial decision the capacity to assess situations or circumstances shrewdly and to draw sound conclusions the mental ability to understand and discriminate between relations
closely constrained or constricted or constricting pulled or drawn tight set so close together as to be invulnerable to penetration pressed tightly together (used of persons or behavior) characterized by or indicative of lack of generosity affected by scarcity and expensive to borrow of such close construction as to be impermeable of textiles securely or solidly fixed in place; rigid (of a contest or contestants) evenly matched very drunk exasperatingly difficult to handle or circumvent demanding strict attention to rules and procedures packed closely together
a persistently annoying person a boy or man profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger utter obscenities or profanities
add up in number or quantity give numbers to enumerate put into a group determine the number or amount of place a limit on the number of
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a person of subnormal intelligence cause to move more slowly or operate at a slower rate be delayed slow the growth or development of lose velocity; move more slowly
(law) the unlawful act of capturing and carrying away a person against their will and holding them in false imprisonment
exasperate or irritate make furious make worse greatly annoyed; out of patience
an area that is approximately central within some larger region the piece of ground in the outfield directly ahead of the catcher a building dedicated to a particular activity a point equidistant from the ends of a line or the extremities of a figure the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience the object upon which interest and attention focuses a cluster of nerve cells governing a specific bodily process the middle of a military or naval formation (basketball) the person who plays center on a basketball team (football) the person who plays center on the line of scrimmage and snaps the ball to the quarterback a place where some particular activity is concentrated politically moderate persons; centrists (ice hockey) the person who plays center on a hockey team the sweet central portion of a piece of candy that is enclosed in chocolate or some other covering mercantile establishment consisting of a carefully landscaped complex of shops representing leading merchandisers; usually includes restaurants and a convenient parking area; a modern version of the traditional marketplace the position on a hockey team of the player who participates in the face off at the beginning of the game (American football) the position of the player on the line of scrimmage who puts the ball in play a position on a basketball team of the player who participates in the jump that starts the game center upon direct one's attention on something move into the center equally distant from the extremes of or belonging to neither the right nor the left politically or intellectually
(Greek mythology) the god of the underworld in ancient mythology; brother of Zeus and husband of Persephone (religion) the world of the dead
despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession)
get lost, as without warning or explanation become invisible or unnoticeable cease to exist become less intense and fade away gradually
any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting a means of persuading or arguing
(Old Testament) third son of Adam and Eve; given by God in place of the murdered Abel evil Egyptian god with the head of a beast that has high square ears and a long snout; brother and murderer of Osiris
be greater in significance than make appear small by comparison cast a shadow upon
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cause to be lost or disoriented having lost your bearings; confused as to time or place or personal identity socially disoriented
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about the process of using your mind to consider something carefully the organized beliefs of a period or group or individual a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty judge or regard; look upon; judge expect, believe, or suppose use or exercise the mind or one's power of reason in order to make inferences, decisions, or arrive at a solution or judgments recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection imagine or visualize focus one's attention on a certain state have in mind as a purpose decide by pondering, reasoning, or reflecting ponder; reflect on, or reason about dispose the mind in a certain way have or formulate in the mind be capable of conscious thought bring into a given condition by mental preoccupation
go into retirement; stop performing one's work or withdraw from one's position withdraw from active participation pull back or move away or backward withdraw from circulation or from the market, as of bills, shares, and bonds break from a meeting or gathering make (someone) retire dispose of (something no longer useful or needed) lose interest cause to be out on a fielding play cause to get out prepare for sleep not arrogant or presuming of a person who has held and relinquished a position or office reluctant to draw attention to yourself
to an extreme degree
(Judaism) an eight-day Jewish holiday commemorating the rededication of the Temple of Jerusalem in 165 BC
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recoverable upon payment or fulfilling a condition able to be converted into ready money or the equivalent susceptible to improvement or reform
a group of things of the same kind that belong together and are so used (mathematics) an abstract collection of numbers or symbols several exercises intended to be done in series representation consisting of the scenery and other properties used to identify the location of a dramatic production an unofficial association of people or groups a relatively permanent inclination to react in a particular way the act of putting something in position a unit of play in tennis or squash the process of becoming hard or solid by cooling or drying or crystallization evil Egyptian god with the head of a beast that has high square ears and a long snout; brother and murderer of Osiris the descent of a heavenly body below the horizon (psychology) being temporarily ready to respond in a particular way any electronic equipment that receives or transmits radio or tv signals put into a certain place or abstract location fix conclusively or authoritatively decide upon or fix definitely establish as the highest level or best performance put into a certain state; cause to be in a certain state fix in a border make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc set to a certain position or cause to operate correctly locate disappear beyond the horizon adapt for performance in a different way put or set (seeds, seedlings, or plants) into the ground apply or start become gelatinous set in type put into a position that will restore a normal state insert (a nail or screw below the surface, as into a countersink) give a fine, sharp edge to a knife or razor urge to attack someone estimate equip with sails or masts get ready for a particular purpose or event alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard bear fruit arrange attractively
the act of examining resemblances relation based on similarities and differences qualities that are comparable
one of the contractile organs of the body animal tissue consisting predominantly of contractile cells a bully employed as a thug or bodyguard authority or power or force (especially when used in a coercive way) possessing muscular strength make one's way by force
come into existence; take on form or shape originate or come into being rise to one's feet result or issue move upward take part in a rebellion; renounce a former allegiance get up and out of bed
occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure commonly encountered
attach (oneself) to a person or thing in a neurotic way pay attention to exclusively and obsessively make fixed, stable or stationary become fixed (on)
a resident of a coastal area someone who coasts a covering (plate or mat) that protects the surface of a table (i.e., from the condensation on a cold glass or bottle)
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the quality of wearisome constancy, routine, and lack of variety not challenging; dull and lacking excitement tediously repetitious or lacking in variety; all work and no play"
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a person responsible for the administration of a business persons who administer the law someone who manages a government agency or department having the function of carrying out plans or orders etc.
a servant who is paid to perform menial tasks around the household of concern to or concerning the internal affairs of a nation of or relating to the home of or involving the home or family converted or adapted to domestic use produced in a particular country
a medical establishment run by a group of medical specialists meeting for diagnosis of problems and instruction or remedial work in a particular activity a healthcare facility for outpatient care
be or form the base for lie underneath in the nature of something though not readily apparent located beneath or below being or involving basic facts or principles
be agitated make turbid by stirring up the sediments of (of a liquid) agitated vigorously; in a state of turbulence
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an area that includes places where several people can sit a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane) the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on furniture that is designed for sitting on any support where you can sit (especially the part of a chair or bench etc. on which you sit) a center of authority (as a city from which authority is exercised) the location (metaphorically speaking) where something is based the legal right to sit as a member in a legislative or similar body a part of a machine that supports or guides another part the cloth covering for the buttocks show to a seat; assign a seat for be able to seat place ceremoniously or formally in an office or position put a seat on a chair provide with seats place or attach firmly in or on a base place in or on a seat
moody and melancholic showing a brooding ill humor
shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage use tariffs to favor domestic industry shielding (or designed to shield) against harm or discomfort
in a tempting seductive manner
United States film maker who was the first to use flashbacks and fade-outs (1875-1948)
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and seven
(usually plural) close-fitting trousers of heavy denim for manual work or casual wear a coarse durable twill-weave cotton fabric
a public promotion of some product or service
characterized by repetition
(chemistry) a process in which one substance permeates another; a fluid permeates or is dissolved by a liquid or solid (physics) the process in which incident radiated energy is retained without reflection or transmission on passing through a medium the social process of absorbing one cultural group into harmony with another the process of absorbing nutrients into the body after digestion complete attention; intense mental effort the mental state of being preoccupied by something
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a statistic characterizing human populations (or segments of human populations broken down by age or sex or income etc.) of or relating to demography
offensive or even (of persons) malicious exasperatingly difficult to handle or circumvent characterized by obscenity disgustingly dirty; filled or smeared with offensive matter
push for something express a good opinion of make attractive or acceptable
a youth subculture (mostly from the middle class) originating in San Francisco in the 1960s; advocated universal love and peace and communes and long hair and soft drugs; favored acid rock and progressive rock music someone who rejects the established culture; advocates extreme liberalism in politics and lifestyle someone who rejects the established culture; advocates extreme liberalism in politics and lifestyle
a condition (mostly in boys) characterized by behavioral and learning disorders make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of state or say further bestow a quality on make an addition by combining numbers determine the sum of constitute an addition
radically distinctive and without equal
a plane curve traced by a point circling about the center but at increasing distances from the center a curve that lies on the surface of a cylinder or cone and cuts the element at a constant angle a continuously accelerating change in the economy ornament consisting of a curve on a plane that winds around a center with an increasing distance from the center a structure consisting of something wound in a continuous series of loops flying downward in a helical path with a large radius to wind or move in a spiral course form a spiral move in a spiral or zigzag course
a native or naturalized member of a state or other political community
a rapid active commotion
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a person who follows next in order a thing or person that immediately replaces something or someone a person who inherits some title or office
French composer and exponent of Impressionism (1875-1937) a row of unravelled stitches disentangle tangle or complicate
lighter consisting of a thin piece of wood or cardboard tipped with combustible chemical; ignites with friction a formal contest in which two or more persons or teams compete a burning piece of wood or cardboard an exact duplicate the score needed to win a match a person regarded as a good matrimonial prospect a person who is of equal standing with another in a group a pair of people who live together something that resembles or harmonizes with be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics provide funds complementary to bring two objects, ideas, or people together be equal to in quality or ability make correspond or harmonize satisfy or fulfill give or join in marriage set into opposition or rivalry be equal or harmonize make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching
a new personification of a familiar idea (Christianity) the Christian doctrine of the union of God and man in the person of Jesus Christ time passed in a particular bodily form the act of attributing human characteristics to abstract ideas etc.
bring to an end; settle conclusively reach a conclusion after a discussion or deliberation reach a decision understand the meaning of make clearly visible find the solution cause to go into a solution determined explained or answered; problems resolved and unresolved"
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take one's time; proceed slowly waste time hang (back) or fall (behind) in movement, progress, development, etc.
in a thoughtless manner showing thoughtlessness
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a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat) closing one eye quickly as a signal a reflex that closes and opens the eyes rapidly signal by winking gleam or glow intermittently briefly shut the eyes force to go away by blinking
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United States actress in many silent films (1899-1983)
a squeeze with the fingers pinch or squeeze sharply pull or pull out sharply adjust finely
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a young dog an inexperienced young person
a similar kind a kind of person prefer or wish to do something find enjoyable or agreeable be fond of feel about or towards; consider, evaluate, or regard want to have resembling or similar; having the same or some of the same characteristics; often used in combination equal in amount or value having the same or similar characteristics conforming in every respect
an event that accomplishes its intended purpose an attainment that is successful a state of prosperity or fame a person with a record of successes
study of poetic works
vigorous and animated of sounds that are strong and resonating of colors that are bright and striking
triteness or triviality of style insincere pathos a change from a serious subject to a disappointing one
newspapers and magazines collectively the profession of reporting or photographing or editing news stories for one of the media
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declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of allow to enter; grant entry to allow participation in or the right to be part of; permit to exercise the rights, functions, and responsibilities of admit into a group or community afford possibility give access or entrance to have room for; hold without crowding serve as a means of entrance
represent as less significant or important understate the importance or quality of
paying particular notice (as to children or helpless people) pay close attention to; give heed to
young bird especially of domestic fowl informal terms for a (young) woman
buildings for carrying on industrial labor everything available; usually preceded by `the' performance of moral or religious acts the internal mechanism of a device activity directed toward making or doing something a product produced or accomplished through the effort or activity or agency of a person or thing the occupation for which you are paid applying the mind to learning and understanding a subject (especially by reading) (physics) a manifestation of energy; the transfer of energy from one physical system to another expressed as the product of a force and the distance through which it moves a body in the direction of that force a place where work is done the total output of a writer or artist (or a substantial part of it) exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity be employed have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected perform as expected when applied shape, form, or improve a material give a workout to proceed along a path operate in a certain place, area, or specialty proceed towards a goal or along a path or through an activity move in an agitated manner cause to happen or to occur as a consequence cause to work prepare for crops behave in a certain way when handled have and exert influence or effect operate in or through cause to operate or function provoke or excite gratify and charm, usually in order to influence make something, usually for a specific function move into or onto make uniform use or manipulate to one's advantage find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of cause to undergo fermentation go sour or spoil arrive at a certain condition through repeated motion
yielding readily to pressure or weight compassionate and kind; conciliatory (of sound) relatively low in volume easily hurt produced with vibration of the vocal cords;  not protected against attack (especially by nuclear weapons) used chiefly as a direction or description in music (of light) transmitted from a broad light source or reflected (of speech sounds); produced with the back of the tongue raised toward the hard palate; characterized by a hissing or hushing sound (as `s' and `sh') (of a commodity or market or currency) falling or likely to fall in value using evidence not readily amenable to experimental verification or refutation tolerant or lenient soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe having little impact out of condition; not strong or robust; incapable of exertion or endurance willing to negotiate and compromise not burdensome or demanding; borne or done easily and without hardship mild and pleasant not brilliant or glaring in a relaxed manner; or without hardship
an elected governmental council in a communist country (especially one that is a member of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics) of or relating to or characteristic of the former Soviet Union or its people
full of life and energy full of zest or vigor quick and energetic elastic; rebounds readily filled with events or activity full of spirit
a native or inhabitant of Italy the Romance language spoken in Italy of or pertaining to or characteristic of Italy or its people or culture or language
capable of being reached capable of being read with comprehension easily obtained easy to get along with or talk to; friendly
covered with water
habitually complaining
traditional genre of music conforming to an established form and appealing to critical interest and developed musical taste of or relating to the most highly developed stage of an earlier civilisation and its culture of recognized authority or excellence of or relating to the study of the literary works of ancient Greece and Rome (language) having the form used by ancient standard authors of or pertaining to or characteristic of the ancient Greek and Roman cultures
relating to Paul the Apostle or his doctrines
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an intervening period or episode a brief show (music or dance etc) inserted between the sections of a longer performance perform an interlude
the act of subjecting someone to unwanted or improper sexual advances or activity (especially women or children) the act of tormenting by continued persistent attacks and criticism
possessing life (often followed by `with') full of life and spirit having life or vigor or spirit (followed by `to' or `of') aware of in operation mentally perceptive and responsive capable of erupting
the idea of something that is perfect; something that one hopes to attain model of excellence or perfection of a kind; one having no equal
having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other broad in scope or content (used of eyes) fully open or extended very large in expanse or scope great in degree having ample fabric not on target
cause (a liquid) to enter by penetrating the interstices enter a group or organization in order to spy on the members pass into or through by filtering or permeating pass through an enemy line; in a military conflict
make known; pass on, of information serve as a means for expressing something transfer to another transmit a title or property transmit or serve as the medium for transmission take something or somebody with oneself somewhere go or come after and bring or take back
the tangible substance that goes into the makeup of a physical object miscellaneous unspecified objects informal terms for personal possessions senseless talk unspecified qualities required to do or be something information in some unspecified form a critically important or characteristic component cram into a cavity press or force obstruct overeat or eat immodestly; make a pig of oneself treat with grease, fill, and prepare for mounting fill tightly with a material fill with a stuffing while cooking
marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness having all the qualities typical of the thing specified; not just a snack" limited to the thing specified appropriate for a condition or purpose or occasion or a person's character, needs
an ambiguity (especially one in the text of a law or contract) that makes it possible to evade a difficulty or obligation a small hole in a fortified wall; for observation or discharging weapons
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furnishing support or assistance
lacking fresh air excessively conventional and unimaginative and hence dull affected with a sensation of stoppage or obstruction
come to pass happen, occur, or be the case in the course of events or by chance chance to be or do something, without intention or causation come into being; become reality come upon, as if by accident; meet with
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standard time in the 5th time zone west of Greenwich, reckoned at the 75th meridian; used in the eastern United States
not funny; especially failing to achieve the intended humor
in a tasteful way
not capable of being foretold unknown in advance not occurring at expected times
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add pepper to attack and bombard with or as if with missiles
an addition that extends a main building take (territory) as if by conquest attach to
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flesh of a young domestic duck young duck
a mental or personality disturbance not attributable to any known neurological or organic dysfunction
freedom to act or judge on one's own knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress refined taste; tact the power of making free choices unconstrained by external agencies the trait of judging wisely and objectively
hide under a false appearance put a mask on or cover with a mask make unrecognizable cover with a sauce shield from light having its true character concealed with the intent of misleading having markings suggestive of a mask
move or cause to move energetically or busily full of energetic and noisy activity
take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person occupy or take on seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession make a pretence of take up someone's soul into heaven put clothing on one's body excessively forward
have sexual intercourse with turn like a screw cause to penetrate, as with a circular motion tighten or fasten by means of screwing motions defeat someone through trickery or deceit
strikingly out of the ordinary
a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position position comfortably
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get or find back; recover the use of come upon after searching; find the location of something that was missed or lost
without force or sincere effort without viscosity in a small quantity or extent in a widely distributed manner
socks and stockings and tights collectively (the British include underwear) man's close-fitting garment of the 16th and 17th centuries covering the legs and reaching up to the waist; worn with a doublet a flexible pipe for conveying a liquid or gas water with a hose
make impure
a deliberate discourteous act (usually as an expression of anger or disapproval) pay no attention to, disrespect (quantifier used with mass nouns) small in quantity or degree; not much or almost none or (with `a') at least some lacking substance or significance; a fragile claim to fame" being of delicate or slender build
cover with oil, as if by rubbing administer an oil or ointment to; often in a religious ceremony of blessing treated with oil
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indicating the most important performer or role being or relating to or resembling or emanating from stars
traveling across a shallow area in a stream that can be forded a point where two lines (paths or arcs etc.) intersect a junction where one street or road crosses another a path (often marked) where something (as a street or railroad) can be crossed to get from one side to the other (genetics) the act of mixing different species or varieties of animals or plants and thus to produce hybrids a voyage across a body of water (usually across the Atlantic Ocean) travel across or pass over meet at a point hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of fold so as to resemble a cross to cover or extend over an area or time period meet and pass trace a line through or across breed animals or plants using parents of different races and varieties
a person who invites guests to a social event (such as a party in his or her own home) and who is responsible for them while they are there a vast multitude an animal or plant that nourishes and supports a parasite; it does not benefit and is often harmed by the association a person who acts as host at formal occasions (makes an introductory speech and introduces other speakers) archaic terms for army any organization that provides resources and facilities for a function or event (medicine) recipient of transplanted tissue or organ from a donor the owner or manager of an inn a technical name for the bread used in the service of Mass or Holy Communion (computer science) a computer that provides client stations with access to files and printers as shared resources to a computer network be the host of or for
larceny of property having a value less than some amount (the amount varies by locale) inferior in rank or status (informal) small and of little importance contemptibly narrow in outlook
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an important, honorable person (word is often used humorously) having worth or merit or value; being honorable or admirable worthy of being chosen especially as a spouse having qualities or abilities that merit recognition in some way
call forth make children
coming next after the sixth and just before the eighth in position
the act of playing drums make a rhythmic sound play a percussion instrument study intensively, as before an exam
full of or characterized by loud and nonmusical sounds attracting attention by showiness or bright colors
a justly deserved penalty the act of correcting for your wrongdoing the act of taking revenge (harming someone in retaliation for something harmful that they have done) especially in the next life; I will repay, saith the Lord"--Romans 12:19
an earnest and sincere feeling the quality of arousing fear or distress the trait of being serious
on the move (of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct all around or on all sides in the area or vicinity used of movement to or among many different places or in no particular direction in or to a reversed position or direction in rotation or succession (of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
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presently existing in fact and not merely potential or possible taking place in reality; not pretended or imitated being or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something existing in act or fact being or existing at the present moment
the stage of a theater the boarding that surrounds an ice hockey rink a committee having supervisory powers a stout length of sawn timber; made in a wide variety of sizes and used for many purposes a flat piece of material designed for a special purpose food or meals in general a vertical surface on which information can be displayed to public view a table at which meals are served electrical device consisting of a flat insulated surface that contains switches and dials and meters for controlling other electrical devices a printed circuit that can be inserted into expansion slots in a computer to increase the computer's capabilities a flat portable surface (usually rectangular) designed for board games get on board of (trains, buses, ships, aircraft, etc.) live and take one's meals at or in lodge and take meals (at) provide food and lodging (for)
coming next after the seventh and just before the ninth in position
in a clever manner with vigor; in a vigorous manner in a stylish manner
a heavy dull sound (as made by impact of heavy objects) make a dull sound strike with a dull sound make a noise typical of an engine lacking lubricants
cause to come to know personally bring something new to an environment introduce bring in a new person or object into a familiar environment bring in or establish in a new place or environment put or introduce into something bring before the public for the first time, as of an actor, song, etc. put before (a body) furnish with a preface or introduction be a precursor of
the period of time in your life after your physical growth has stopped and you are fully developed the state (and responsibilities) of a person who has attained maturity
ready for service or able to give long service capable of being put to good use intended or able to serve a purpose without elaboration; 
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made of or resembling flakes made of or easily forming flakes conspicuously or grossly unconventional or unusual
an utterance expressing pain or disapproval indicate pain, discomfort, or displeasure
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call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) evoke or provoke to appear or occur deduce (a principle) or construe (a meaning) summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic call to mind
dried bark of various magnolias; used in folk medicine any shrub or tree of the genus Magnolia; valued for their longevity and exquisite fragrant blooms
a heavy long-handled hammer used to drive stakes or wedges beat with a sledgehammer
the blood flowing through the circulatory system
in an obnoxious manner
a (usually) large and scholarly book
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cause to become give something useful or necessary to give an interpretation or rendition of give or supply pass down make over as a return give back to surrender someone or something to another show in, or as in, a picture coat with plastic or cement bestow restate (words) from one language into another language melt (fat or lard) in order to separate out impurities
a kind of pain such as that caused by a wound or a burn or a sore be the source of pain
exhibiting or requiring the wisdom of Solomon in making difficult decisions
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a scientist who specializes in chemistry a health professional trained in the art of preparing and dispensing drugs
the person who plays that position on a football team gear consisting of ropes etc. supporting a ship's masts and sails gear used in fishing (American football) a position on the line of scrimmage (American football) grasping an opposing player with the intention of stopping by throwing to the ground accept as a challenge put a harness seize and throw down an opponent player, who usually carries the ball
a person who keeps watch over something or someone the person who plays that position on a football team a device designed to prevent injury or accidents a posture of defence in boxing or fencing the person who plays the position of guard on a basketball team a military unit serving to protect some place or person a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc. the duty of serving as a sentry (American football) a position on the line of scrimmage a position on a basketball team to keep watch over watch over or shield from danger or harm; protect protect against a challenge or attack take precautions in order to avoid some unwanted consequence
share the suffering of
the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded) a feeling of delighted approval and liking an attitude of admiration or esteem regard highly; think much of look on as or consider
an animal that produces gametes (ova) that can be fertilized by male gametes (spermatozoa) a person who belongs to the sex that can have babies being the sex (of plant or animal) that produces fertilizable gametes (ova) from which offspring develop characteristic of or peculiar to a woman for or pertaining to or composed of women or girls
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gather, as of natural products
United States jurist appointed chief justice of the United States Supreme Court by Richard Nixon (1907-1995) a sandwich consisting of a fried cake of minced beef served on a bun, often with other ingredients
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(behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward other people
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a story about mythical or supernatural beings or events brief description accompanying an illustration
a juvenile between the onset of puberty and maturity relating to or peculiar to or suggestive of an adolescent being of the age 13 through 19 displaying or suggesting a lack of maturity in the state of development between puberty and maturity
move fast attack suddenly urge to an unnatural speed act or move at high speed run with the ball, in football cause to move fast or to rush or race cause to occur rapidly done under pressure
a symptom consisting of the involuntary expulsion of air from the nose exhale spasmodically, as when an irritant entered one's nose
edible seeds or roots or stems or leaves or bulbs or tubers or nonsweet fruits of any of numerous herbaceous plant any of various herbaceous plants cultivated for an edible part such as the fruit or the root of the beet or the leaf of spinach or the seeds of bean plants or the flower buds of broccoli or cauliflower
a celebrity who is an inspiration to others
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any of numerous hairy-bodied insects including social and solitary species a social gathering to carry out some communal task or to hold competitions have the quality of being; (copula, used with an adjective or a predicate noun) be identical to; be someone or something occupy a certain position or area; be somewhere have an existence, be extant happen, occur, take place; this was during the visit to my parents' house" be identical or equivalent to form or compose work in a specific place, with a specific subject, or in a specific function represent, as of a character on stage spend or use time have life, be alive to remain unmolested, undisturbed, or uninterrupted -- used only in infinitive form be priced at
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press or rub with the knuckles shoot a marble while keeping one's knuckles on the ground
a flash of light (especially reflected light) a slight suggestion or vague understanding shine brightly, like a star or a light
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent significant very intense loud and firm conspicuous in position or importance prodigious exhibiting self-importance feeling self-importance (of animals) fully developed marked by intense physical force generous and understanding and tolerant given or giving freely in an advanced stage of pregnancy
complex system of paths or tunnels in which it is easy to get lost something jumbled or confused
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a compact mass a substantial amount put together indiscriminately group or chunk together in a certain order or place side by side
marked by lack of intellectual depth having only superficial plausibility artfully persuasive in speech
a hard smooth ivory colored dentine that makes up most of the tusks of elephants and walruses a shade of white the color of bleached bones
an advantageous purchase obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction make illegal payments to in exchange for favors or influence be worth or be capable of buying acquire by trade or sacrifice or exchange accept as true
decrease in size, extent, or range lessen the authority, dignity, or reputation of
a feeling of great liking for something wonderful and unusual a psychological state induced by (or as if induced by) a magical incantation a magical spell
a vehicle carrying many passengers; used for public transport the topology of a network whose components are connected by a busbar an electrical conductor that makes a common connection between several circuits a car that is old and unreliable send or move around by bus ride in a bus remove used dishes from the table in restaurants
carbon fuel produced by distillation of coal Coca Cola is a trademarked cola street names for cocaine become coke
something that follows something else a part added to a book or play that continues and extends it
and nothing more
an odd or fanciful or capricious idea the trait of acting unpredictably and more from whim or caprice than from reason or judgment
put in the mind of someone assist (somebody acting or reciting) by suggesting the next words of something forgotten or imperfectly learned
to say, state, or perform again make or do or perform again happen or occur again to say again or imitate do over repeat an earlier theme of a composition recurring again and again
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a serious (sometimes fatal) infection of rodents caused by Yersinia pestis and accidentally transmitted to humans by the bite of a flea that has bitten an infected animal any epidemic disease with a high death rate a swarm of insects that attack plants any large scale calamity (especially when thought to be sent by God) an annoyance cause to suffer a blight annoy continually or chronically
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putting something (as a literary work or a legislative bill) into acceptable form prepare for publication or presentation by correcting, revising, or adapting supervise the publication of cut and assemble the components of cut or eliminate
general term for any insect or similar creeping or crawling invertebrate a fault or defect in a computer program, system, or machine a small hidden microphone; for listening secretly insects with sucking mouthparts and forewings thickened and leathery at the base; usually show incomplete metamorphosis a minute life form (especially a disease-causing bacterium); the term is not in technical use annoy persistently tap a telephone or telegraph wire to get information
having great diversity or variety changeable or inconstant competent in many areas and able to turn with ease from one thing to another able to move freely in all directions
in part; in some degree; not wholly
external sex organ
a way of doing or being United States Jewish leader (born in Hungary) (1874-1949) United States religious leader (born in Bohemia) who united reform Jewish organizations in the United States (1819-1900) having or prompted by wisdom or discernment marked by the exercise of good judgment or common sense in practical matters evidencing the possession of inside information improperly forward or bold
a state of high honor brilliant radiant beauty an indication of radiant light drawn around the head of a saint rejoice proudly
crowd or pack to capacity put something somewhere so that the space is completely filled study intensively, as before an exam prepare (students) hastily for an impending exam
a specific feeling of desire an expression of some desire or inclination (usually plural) a polite expression of desire for someone's welfare the particular preference that you have hope for; have a wish prefer or wish to do something make or express a wish feel or express a desire or hope concerning the future or fortune of order politely; express a wish for invoke upon
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a unit of electrical energy equal to the work done when a current of one ampere passes through a resistance of one ohm for one second the 10th letter of the Roman alphabet
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an acrobatic feat in which the feet roll over the head (either forward or backward) and return hot or cold alcoholic mixed drink containing a beaten egg a sudden, quick movement the act of flipping a coin a dive in which the diver somersaults before entering the water (sports) the act of throwing the ball to another member of your team lightly throw to see which side comes up cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation look through a book or other written material toss with a sharp movement so as to cause to turn over in the air cause to move with a flick throw or toss with a light motion move with a flick or light motion turn upside down, or throw so as to reverse react in an excited, delighted, or surprised way go mad, go crazy reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action) marked by casual disrespect
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having the consistency of mush effusively or insincerely emotional
spectacles that are darkened or polarized to protect the eyes from the glare of the sun relative darkness caused by light rays being intercepted by an opaque body a quality of a given color that differs slightly from another color protective covering that protects something from direct sunlight a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude a position of relative inferiority a slight amount or degree of difference a mental representation of some haunting experience a representation of the effect of shadows in a picture or drawing (as by shading or darker pigment) cast a shadow over represent the effect of shade or shadow on protect from light, heat, or view vary slightly pass from one quality such as color to another by a slight degree
a written account of what transpired at a meeting a unit of time equal to 60 seconds or 1/60th of an hour an indefinitely short time a particular point in time a unit of angular distance equal to a 60th of a degree a short note distance measured by the time taken to cover it
something that causes irritation and annoyance a small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf a Germanic character of runic origin
a solid silvery grey radioactive transuranic element whose atoms can be split when bombarded with neutrons; found in minute quantities in uranium ores but is usually synthesized in nuclear reactors; 13 isotopes are known with the most important being plutonium 239
the sport of gliding on skates move along on skates
in a very painful manner
pass into or through, often by overcoming resistance come to understand become clear or enter one's consciousness or emotions enter a group or organization in order to spy on the members make one's way deeper into or through insert the penis into the vagina or anus of spread or diffuse through having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions tending to penetrate; having the power of entering or piercing
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a piece of jewelry that is pinned onto the wearer's garment when a wrestler's shoulders are forced to the mat small markers inserted into a surface to mark scores or define locations etc. a number you choose and use to gain access to various accounts informal terms for the leg axis consisting of a short shaft that supports something that turns cylindrical tumblers consisting of two parts that are held in place by springs; when they are aligned with a key the bolt can be thrown flagpole used to mark the position of the hole on a golf green a small slender (often pointed) piece of wood or metal used to support or fasten or attach things a holder attached to the gunwale of a boat that holds the oar in place and acts as a fulcrum for rowing a club-shaped wooden object used in bowling; set up in triangular groups of ten as the target to hold fast or prevent from moving attach or fasten with pins or as if with pins pierce with a pin immobilize a piece
the event of dying or departure from life the permanent end of all life functions in an organism or part of an organism the absence of life or state of being dead the time when something ends the time at which life ends; continuing until dead the personification of death a final state the act of killing
United States rhythm and blues pianist and singer and composer (born in 1928) a loose hooded cloak worn with a half mask as part of a masquerade costume a mask covering the upper part of the face but with holes for the eyes a small rectangular block used in playing the game of dominoes; the face of each block has two equal areas that can bear 0 to 6 dots
a form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement a representation of a person or scene in the form of a print or transparent slide; recorded by a camera on light-sensitive material
dish baked in pastry-lined pan often with a pastry top a prehistoric unrecorded language that was the ancestor of all Indo-European languages
get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone
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an amount of time the interval taken to complete one cycle of a regularly repeating phenomenon (ice hockey) one of three divisions into which play is divided in hockey games a unit of geological time during which a system of rocks formed the end or completion of something the monthly discharge of blood from the uterus of nonpregnant women from puberty to menopause a punctuation mark (.) placed at the end of a declarative sentence to indicate a full stop or after abbreviations
being three more than eighty
a town in northwestern Canada in the Yukon on the Yukon River; a boom town around 1900 when gold was discovered in the Klondike
the act of firing a projectile killing someone by gunfire hit with a missile from a weapon kill by firing a missile fire a shot make a film or photograph of something send forth suddenly, intensely, swiftly run or move very quickly or hastily move quickly and violently throw or propel in a specific direction or towards a specific objective record on photographic film emit (as light, flame, or fumes) suddenly and forcefully cause a sharp and sudden pain in force or drive (a fluid or gas) into by piercing variegate by interweaving weft threads of different colors throw dice, as in a crap game spend frivolously and unwisely score utter fast and forcefully measure the altitude of by using a sextant produce buds, branches, or germinate give an injection to
a sizeable hole (usually in the ground) a concavity in a surface (especially an anatomical depression) the hard inner (usually woody) layer of the pericarp of some fruits (as peaches or plums or cherries or olives) that contains the seed (Christianity) the abode of Satan and the forces of evil; where sinners suffer eternal punishment an enclosure in which animals are made to fight (commodity exchange) the part of the floor of a commodity exchange where trading in a particular commodity is carried on (auto racing) an area at the side of a racetrack where the race cars are serviced and refueled a trap in the form of a concealed hole a surface excavation for extracting stone or slate lowered area in front of a stage where an orchestra accompanies the performers a workplace consisting of a coal mine plus all the buildings and equipment connected with it set into opposition or rivalry mark with a scar remove the pits from
a field on which the buildings of a university are situated
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the act of passing from one state or place to the next an event that results in a transformation a change from one place or state or subject or stage to another a musical passage moving from one key to another a passage that connects a topic to one that follows cause to convert or undergo a transition make or undergo a transition (from one state or system to another)
being eight more than forty
being nine more than forty
put on clothes provide with clothes or put clothes on put a finish on dress in a certain manner dress or groom with elaborate care kill and prepare for market or consumption arrange in ranks decorate (food), as with parsley or other ornamental foods provide with decoration put a dressing on cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of cut down rough-hewn (lumber) to standard thickness and width convert into leather apply a bandage or medication to give a neat appearance to arrange attractively dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination treated with medications and protective covering (of lumber or stone) to trim and smooth dressed in fancy or formal clothing
strong wrapping paper made from pulp processed with a sulfur solution
being five more than forty
being two more than forty
an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole a small part that can be considered separately from the whole extended treatment of particulars a crew of workers selected for a particular task a temporary military unit provide details for assign to a specific task
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and four being ten more than thirty
characterized by fantastic imagery and incongruous juxtapositions resembling a dream
easily excused or forgiven
providing assistance or serving a useful function
grow worse
(baseball) a failure by a batter or runner to reach a base safely in baseball to state openly and publicly one's homosexuality reveal (something) about somebody's identity or lifestyle be made known; be disclosed or revealed not allowed to continue to bat or run being out or having grown cold not worth considering as a possibility out of power; especially having been unsuccessful in an election excluded from use or mention directed outward or serving to direct something outward no longer fashionable outside or external outer or outlying knocked unconscious by a heavy blow away from home moving or appearing to move away from a place, especially one that is enclosed or hidden;  from one's possession
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English admiral who defeated the French fleets of Napoleon but was mortally wounded at Trafalgar (1758-1805) any of several wrestling holds in which an arm is passed under the opponent's arm from behind and the hand exerts pressure on the back of the neck
confusion resulting from failure to understand
make known; pass on, of information serve as a means for expressing something transfer to another transmit a title or property transmit or serve as the medium for transmission take something or somebody with oneself somewhere go or come after and bring or take back
the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract
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one who disparages or belittles the worth of something
an instance of change; the rate or magnitude of change an activity that varies from a norm or standard a repetition of a musical theme in which it is modified or embellished something a little different from others of the same type an artifact that deviates from a norm or standard the angle (at a particular location) between magnetic north and true north the process of varying or being varied (astronomy) any perturbation of the mean motion or orbit of a planet or satellite (especially a perturbation of the earth's moon) (biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration (ballet) a solo dance or dance figure the act of changing or altering something slightly but noticeably from the norm or standard
a puddle where animals go to wallow an indolent or clumsy rolling about devote oneself entirely to something; indulge in to an immoderate degree, usually with pleasure roll around, "pigs were wallowing in the mud" rise up as if in waves be ecstatic with joy delight greatly in
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characterized by the interdependence of living organisms in an environment of or relating to the science of ecology
weapons considered collectively
the amount by which something increases the statement of a theme in notes of greater duration (usually twice the length of the original) the act of augmenting
an unstable situation of extreme danger or difficulty a crucial stage or turning point in the course of something
a forceful consequence; a strong effect a severe blow hit hard defeat soundly and utterly
with glory or in a glorious manner blessedly or wonderfully
a religious person who believes Jesus is the Christ and who is a member of a Christian denomination
something given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery goods or money obtained illegally something given as a token of victory hold dear to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open regard highly; think much of of superior grade
move an implement through move very slightly stir feelings in stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of affect emotionally summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic to begin moving, "As the thunder started the sleeping children began to stir" mix or add by stirring being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion emotionally aroused set into a usually circular motion in order to mix or blend
an aimless amble on a winding course continue talking or writing in a desultory manner move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment
most frequent or common
having a well-proportioned and pleasing shape
an examination conducted by spoken communication using speech rather than writing of or relating to or affecting or for use in the mouth of or involving the mouth or mouth region or the surface on which the mouth is located a stage in psychosexual development when the child's interest is concentrated in the mouth; fixation at this stage is said to result in dependence, selfishness, and aggression
someone who bakes commercially someone who bakes bread or cake
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marked by an orderly, logical, and aesthetically consistent relation of parts capable of thinking and expressing yourself in a clear and consistent manner (physics) of waves having a constant phase relation sticking together
a living organism characterized by voluntary movement a cruelly rapacious person
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one a musical composition for three performers three performers or singers who perform together a set of three similar things considered as a unit three people considered as a unit
in a wry manner
a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate) utter a sudden loud cry utter or declare in a very loud voice
incapable of being recovered or regained
cook and make edible by putting in a hot oven prepare with dry heat in an oven heat by a natural force be very hot, due to hot weather or exposure to the sun dried out by heat or excessive exposure to sunlight (bread and pastries) cooked by dry heat (as in an oven)
a storm resulting from strong rising air currents; heavy rain or hail along with thunder and lightning
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public transport consisting of a fast train or bus that makes only a few scheduled stops place limits on (extent or access) restrict or confine, "I limit you to two visits to the pub a day" decide upon or fix definitely small in range or scope subject to limits or subjected to limits including only a part mediocre not excessive having a specific function or scope not unlimited
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headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim an informal term for a person's role put on or wear a hat furnish with a hat
in a relative manner; by comparison to something else
(of a situation) characterized by or causing suspense
a period of time spent in military service the state of inactivity following an interruption an unforeseen obstacle a connection between a vehicle and the load that it pulls a knot that can be undone by pulling against the strain that holds it; a temporary knot any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome the uneven manner of walking that results from an injured leg to hook or entangle walk impeded by some physical limitation or injury jump vertically, with legs stiff and back arched travel by getting free rides from motorists connect to a vehicle: "hitch the trailer to the car"
a strong liking
identification mark on the ear of a domestic animal a distinctive characteristic or attribute give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause
work doggedly or persistently walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud strike heavily, especially with the fist or a bat
a natural and periodic state of rest during which consciousness of the world is suspended a torpid state resembling deep sleep a period of time spent sleeping euphemisms for death (based on an analogy between lying in a bed and in a tomb) be asleep be able to accommodate for sleeping
dislike intensely; feel antipathy or aversion towards put on or wear a hat furnish with a hat
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a feeling of craving something
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the emotion of intense dislike; a feeling of dislike so strong that it demands action dislike intensely; feel antipathy or aversion towards
create by putting components or members together collect in one place get people together
make unwanted and intrusive comments
somewhat ill or prone to illness (`ill' is often used as a combining form) in a poor or improper or unsatisfactory manner; not well
the act of consuming food the act of supplying food and nourishment provide as food give food to feed into; supply introduce continuously support or promote take in food; used of animals only serve as food for; be the food for move along, of liquids profit from in an exploitatory manner gratify provide with fertilizers or add nutrients to
the capital and largest city of France; and international center of culture and commerce sometimes placed in subfamily Trilliaceae (Greek mythology) the prince of Troy who abducted Helen from her husband Menelaus and provoked the Trojan War a town in northeastern Texas
assume sponsorship of do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of treat condescendingly be a regular customer or client of (used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension
the property of a more than adequate quantity or supply (physics) the ratio of the number of atoms of a specific isotope of an element to the total number of isotopes present (chemistry) the ratio of the total mass of an element in the earth's crust to the total mass of the earth's crust; expressed as a percentage or in parts per million
very generous
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having unlimited power
to join or unite the pieces of provide with a patch; also used metaphorically mend by putting a patch on repair by adding pieces mended usually clumsily by covering a hole with a patch having spots or patches (small areas of contrasting color or texture)
one who agitates; a political troublemaker
relatively small dimension through an object as opposed to its length or width the property of having little body fat the property of being very narrow or thin the property of being scanty or scattered; lacking denseness a consistency of low viscosity
the act of liberating someone or something grant freedom to; free from confinement relieve from remove or force out from a position grant relief or an exemption from a rule or requirement to make (information) available for publication free from obligations or duties free or remove obstruction from let off the hook part with a possession or right release (gas or energy) as a result of a chemical reaction or physical decomposition make (assets) available
one or some or every or all without specification
located below or beneath something else lower in rank, power, or authority down to defeat, death, or ruin through a range downward into unconsciousness in or into a state of subordination or subjugation below some quantity or limit below the horizon down below further down
a feeling of self-respect and personal worth satisfaction with your (or another's) achievements the trait of being spurred on by a dislike of falling below your standards a group of lions unreasonable and inordinate self-esteem (personified as one of the deadly sins) be proud of
be on one's guard; be cautious or wary about; be alert to
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extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers (used as an intensifier) extremely well
a businessperson engaged in retail trade
hypersensitivity reaction to a particular allergen; symptoms can vary greatly in intensity
overbearing pride evidenced by a superior manner toward inferiors
a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune a venture undertaken without regard to possible loss or injury the probability of becoming infected given that exposure to an infectious agent has occurred the probability of being exposed to an infectious agent expose to a chance of loss or damage take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome
a fellow male member of a youth gang a male friend from your neighborhood or hometown
administer or bestow, as in small portions grant a dispensation; grant an exemption give or apply (medications)
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a growth in strength or number or importance the act of changing location in an upward direction an upward slope or grade (as in a road) a movement upward the amount a salary is increased the property possessed by a slope or surface that rises a wave that lifts the surface of the water or ground (theology) the origination of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost an increase in cost increase in price or value move upward increase in value or to a higher point rise to one's feet rise up come to the surface come into existence; take on form or shape move to a better position in life or to a better job go up or advance become more extreme get up and out of bed rise in rank or status become heartened or elated exert oneself to meet a challenge take part in a rebellion; renounce a former allegiance increase in volume come up, of celestial bodies return from the dead
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the use of tricks to deceive someone (usually to extract money from them)
(used of count nouns) each and all of the members of a group considered singly and without exception each and all of a series of entities or intervals as specified
a small worthless amount a man who serves as a sailor someone who works with their hands; someone engaged in manual labor immense East Indian fruit resembling breadfruit; it contains an edible pulp and nutritious seeds that are commonly roasted a small ball at which players aim in lawn bowling an electrical device consisting of a connector socket designed for the insertion of a plug game equipment consisting of one of several small six-pointed metal pieces that are picked up while bouncing a ball in the game of jacks small flag indicating a ship's nationality one of four face cards in a deck bearing a picture of a young prince tool for exerting pressure or lifting any of several fast-swimming predacious fishes of tropical to warm temperate seas male donkey lift with a special device hunt with a jacklight
the state of being weak in health or body (especially from old age) moral weakness
a slippery smoothness the quality of being a slippery rascal
make flat or flatter become flat or flatter lower the pitch of (musical notes) having been flattened
lacking vigor or energy relating to anemia or suffering from anemia
a minor short-term fight a casual or unexpected convergence a casual meeting with a person or thing a hostile disagreement face-to-face come together come upon, as if by accident; meet with be beset by experience as a reaction contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle
an itinerant Australian laborer who carries his personal belongings in a bundle as he travels around in search of work a proud stiff pompous gait to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others discourage or frighten with threats or a domineering manner; intimidate act in an arrogant, overly self-assured, or conceited manner
an educational institution a building where young people receive education the process of being formally educated at a school a body of creative artists or writers or thinkers linked by a similar style or by similar teachers the period of instruction in a school; the time period when school is in session an educational institution's faculty and students a large group of fish educate in or as if in a school teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment swim in or form a large group of fish
usually brightly colored zygodactyl tropical birds with short hooked beaks and the ability to mimic sounds a copycat who does not understand the words or acts being imitated repeat mindlessly
a person who has obsessions characterized by or constituting an obsession
the state of being alone in solitary isolation sadness resulting from being forsaken or abandoned a disposition toward being alone
eccentricity that is not easily explained a strange attitude or habit something unusual -- perhaps worthy of collecting
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tastelessly showy (used especially of clothes) marked by conspicuous display
direct the course; determine the direction of travelling take somebody somewhere be a guiding or motivating force or drive use as a guide pass over, across, or through exerting control or influence showing the way by conducting or leading; imposing direction on
in a delightful manner
the second nearest planet to the sun; it is peculiar in that its rotation is slow and retrograde (in the opposite sense of the Earth and all other planets except Uranus); it is visible from Earth as an early `morning star' or an `evening star' goddess of love; counterpart of Greek Aphrodite type genus of the family Veneridae: genus of edible clams with thick oval shells
join or attach with or as if with glue be fixed as if by glue affixed or as if affixed with glue or paste
without a fault; in a faultless manner
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derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in have benefit from get pleasure from have for one's benefit take delight in
often used as intensifiers not counterfeit or copied
a wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals ride a bicycle
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an actress who specializes in playing the role of an artless innocent young girl an artless innocent young girl (especially as portrayed on the stage) the role of an innocent artless young woman in a play
decrease in size, extent, or range make smaller wear off or die down
(sometimes followed by `with') in agreement or consistent or reliable capable of being reproduced marked by an orderly, logical, and aesthetically consistent relation of parts the same throughout in structure or composition
the social event at which the ceremony of marriage is performed the act of marrying; the nuptial ceremony a party of people at a wedding
the light horny waterproof structure forming the external covering of birds turning an oar parallel to the water between pulls join tongue and groove, in carpentry cover or fit with feathers turn the paddle; in canoeing turn the oar, while rowing grow feathers
command with authority intend (something) to move towards a certain goal guide the actors in (plays and films) be in charge of take somebody somewhere cause to go somewhere point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards lead, as in the performance of a composition; Barenboim conducted the Chicago symphony for years" give directions to; point somebody into a certain direction specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public direct the course; determine the direction of travelling put an address on (an envelope) plan and direct (a complex undertaking) direct in spatial dimensions; proceeding without deviation or interruption; straight and short having no intervening persons, agents, conditions straightforward in means or manner or behavior or language or action in a straight unbroken line of descent from parent to child moving from west to east on the celestial sphere; or--for planets--around the sun in the same direction as the Earth similar in nature or effect or relation to another quantity (of a current) flowing in one direction only being an immediate result or consequence in precisely the same words used by a writer or speaker lacking compromising or mitigating elements; exact without deviation
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horny plate covering and protecting part of the dorsal surface of the digits a thin pointed piece of metal that is hammered into materials as a fastener a former unit of length for cloth equal to 1/16 of a yard attach something somewhere by means of nails take into custody hit hard succeed in obtaining a position succeed at easily locate exactly complete a pass
extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle envelop completely surround so as to force to give up surround with a wall in order to fortify closely encircling
to look at critically or searchingly, or in minute detail examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification
a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings the part of a thoroughfare between the sidewalks; the part of the thoroughfare on which vehicles travel the streets of a city viewed as a depressed environment in which there is poverty and crime and prostitution and dereliction a situation offering opportunities people living or working on the same street
a sudden and violent collapse
the state of being friends (or friendly)
the state of containing nothing having an empty stomach an empty area or space the quality of being valueless or futile
characterized by expression
the work of making something smooth and shiny by rubbing or waxing it be bright by reflecting or casting light emit light; be bright, as of the sun or a light be shiny, as if wet be distinguished or eminent be clear and obvious have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink throw or flash the light of (a lamp) touch or seem as if touching visually or audibly experience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion make (a surface) shine climb awkwardly, as if by scrambling marked by exceptional merit made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow reflecting light
blue color or pigment; resembling the color of the clear sky in the daytime blue clothing any organization or party whose uniforms or badges are blue the sky as viewed during daylight used to whiten laundry or hair or give it a bluish tinge the sodium salt of amobarbital that is used as a barbiturate; used as a sedative and a hypnotic any of numerous small butterflies of the family Lycaenidae turn blue of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky used to signify the Union forces in the American Civil War (who wore blue uniforms) filled with melancholy and despondency characterized by profanity or cursing suggestive of sexual impropriety belonging to or characteristic of the nobility or aristocracy morally rigorous and strict causing dejection
being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird not known before relating to or originating in or characteristic of another place or part of the world
British politician (1788-1850) the rind of a fruit or vegetable strip the skin off come off in flakes or thin small pieces get undressed
the dressed skin of an animal (especially a large animal) body covering of a living animal prevent from being seen or discovered be or go into hiding; keep out of sight, as for protection and safety cover as if with a shroud make undecipherable or imperceptible by obscuring or concealing
a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem and active in Nazareth; his life and sermons form the basis for Christianity (circa 4 BC - AD 29) any expected deliverer
dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions
come out better in a competition, race, or conflict give a beating to; subject to a beating, either as a punishment or as an act of aggression hit repeatedly move rhythmically shape by beating make a rhythmic sound glare or strike with great intensity move with a thrashing motion sail with much tacking or with difficulty stir vigorously strike (a part of one's own body) repeatedly, as in great emotion or in accompaniment to music be superior avoid paying make a sound like a clock or a timer move with a flapping motion indicate by beating, as with the fingers or drumsticks move with or as if with a regular alternating motion make by pounding or trampling produce a rhythm by striking repeatedly strike (water or bushes) repeatedly to rouse animals for hunting beat through cleverness and wit be a mystery or bewildering to wear out completely formed or made thin by hammering much trodden and worn smooth or bare
give something useful or necessary to circulate or distribute or equip with give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance state or say further
hard monotonous routine work the act of walking with a slow heavy gait walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud (of movement) slow and laborious
the quality possessed by something that is unreal the state of being insubstantial or imaginary; not existing objectively or in fact
naughtily or annoyingly playful deliberately causing harm or damage
manner of acting or controlling yourself (behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward other people direct the course of; manage or control lead, as in the performance of a composition; Barenboim conducted the Chicago symphony for years" behave in a certain manner take somebody somewhere transmit or serve as the medium for transmission lead musicians in the performance of
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an amount of something available for use offering goods and services for sale the activity of supplying or providing something give something useful or necessary to circulate or distribute or equip with give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance state or say further
small East Indian shrubby mint; fragrant oil from its leaves is used in perfumes a heavy perfume made from the patchouli plant
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a person of unquestioning obedience a victim of ridicule or pranks cruise in slow or routine flights act as the stooge act as a stooge, in a compliant or subordinate manner
United States film maker who pioneered animated cartoons and created such characters as Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck; founded Disneyland (1901-1966)
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a weak and tremulous light shine with a weak or fitful light give off a shimmering reflection, as of silk
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tending to vanish like vapor
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an American who lives in the North (especially during the American Civil War) an American (especially to non-Americans) pull, or move with a sudden movement
help develop, help grow bring up provide with nourishment
put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose be pertinent or relevant or applicable ask (for something) apply to a surface be applicable to; as to an analysis give or convey physically avail oneself to ensure observance of laws and rules;  refer (a word or name) to a person or thing apply oneself to
showing courage quick to take offense
ten 10s
a beckoning gesture
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workplace for the teaching or practice of an art an apartment with a living space and a bathroom and a small kitchen workplace consisting of a room or building where movies or television shows or radio programs are produced and recorded
cancel, annul, or reverse an action or its effect deprive of certain characteristics cause the ruin or downfall of cause to become loose remove the outer cover or wrapping of
a disposition to be humble; a lack of false pride a humble feeling
take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol be representative or typical for be a delegate or spokesperson for; represent somebody's interest or be a proxy or substitute for, as of politicians and office holders representing their constituents, or of a tenant representing other tenants in a housing dispute serve as a means of expressing something be characteristic of form or compose be the defense counsel for someone in a trial create an image or likeness of play a role or part perform (a play), especially on a stage describe or present, usually with respect to a particular quality point out or draw attention to in protest or remonstrance bring forward and present to the mind to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets) represented accurately or precisely
a course of conduct a way especially designed for a particular use an established line of travel or access a line or route along which something travels or moves
the property of being of short spatial extent the condition of being short of something the property of being truncated or short the property of being of short temporal extent the property of being shorter than average stature an abrupt discourteous manner
a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct a rule or standard especially of good behavior a basic truth or law or assumption a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system rule of personal conduct (law) an explanation of the fundamental reasons (especially an explanation of the working of some device in terms of laws of nature)
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one of the elements that collectively form a system of numeration the length of breadth of a finger used as a linear measure a finger or toe in human beings or corresponding body part in other vertebrates
bristling with perplexities having or covered with protective barbs or quills or spines or thorns or setae etc.
an expert able to appreciate a field; especially in the fine arts
the pursuit and killing or capture of wild animals regarded as a sport the activity of looking thoroughly in order to find something or someone the work of finding and killing or capturing animals for food or pelts pursue for food or sport (as of wild animals) pursue or chase relentlessly chase away, with as with force yaw back and forth about a flight path oscillate about a desired speed, position, or state to an undesirable extent seek, search for search (an area) for prey
a public meeting or assembly for open discussion a public facility to meet for open discussion
in a hideous manner
any venturesome undertaking especially one with an uncertain outcome an investment that is very risky but could yield great profits a commercial undertaking that risks a loss but promises a profit proceed somewhere despite the risk of possible dangers put forward, of a guess, in spite of possible refutation put at risk
the main organ of photosynthesis and transpiration in higher plants a sheet of any written or printed material (especially in a manuscript or book) hinged or detachable flat section (as of a table or door) the period of time during which you are absent from work or duty permission to do something the act of departing politely go away from a place go and leave behind, either intentionally or by neglect or forgetfulness act or be so as to become in a specified state leave unchanged or undisturbed or refrain from taking move out of or depart from make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain have as a result or residue remove oneself from an association with or participation in put into the care or protection of someone leave or give by will after one's death have left or have as a remainder be survived by after one's death transmit (knowledge or skills) leave behind unintentionally
a long wooden bench with a back settle into a position, usually on a surface or ground bring to an end; settle conclusively settle conclusively; come to terms take up residence and become established come to terms go under, "The raft sank and its occupants drowned" become settled or established and stable in one's residence or life style become resolved, fixed, established, or quiet establish or develop as a residence come to rest arrange or fix in the desired order accept despite lack of complete satisfaction end a legal dispute by arriving at a settlement dispose of; make a financial settlement become clear by the sinking of particles cause to become clear by forming a sediment (of liquids) sink down or precipitate fix firmly get one's revenge for a wrong or an injury make final; put the last touches on; put into final form form a community come as if by falling
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put into print prepare and issue for public distribution or sale have (one's written work) issued for publication prepared and printed for distribution and sale formally made public
a particular course of action intended to achieve a result a process or series of acts especially of a practical or mechanical nature involved in a particular form of work a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program a mode of conducting legal and parliamentary proceedings
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an impressive country house (or castle) in France
an indigenous person who was born in a particular place a person born in a particular place or country indigenous plants and animals
settle into a position, usually on a surface or ground bring to an end; settle conclusively settle conclusively; come to terms take up residence and become established come to terms go under, "The raft sank and its occupants drowned" become settled or established and stable in one's residence or life style become resolved, fixed, established, or quiet establish or develop as a residence come to rest arrange or fix in the desired order accept despite lack of complete satisfaction end a legal dispute by arriving at a settlement dispose of; make a financial settlement become clear by the sinking of particles cause to become clear by forming a sediment (of liquids) sink down or precipitate fix firmly get one's revenge for a wrong or an injury make final; put the last touches on; put into final form form a community come as if by falling established or decided beyond dispute or doubt established in a desired position or place; not moving about inhabited by colonists not changeable
the act of punishing
a person who is not very bright a person who evokes boredom
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an animal that has strayed (especially a domestic animal) move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment wander from a direct course or at random lose clarity or turn aside especially from the main subject of attention or course of argument in writing, thinking, or speaking not close together in time (of an animal) having no home or having wandered away from home
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without love receiving no love
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an elongated leather strip (or a strip of similar material) for binding things together or holding something in position hanger consisting of a loop of leather suspended from the ceiling of a bus or train; passengers hold onto it a band that goes over the shoulder and supports a garment or bag whip consisting of a strip of leather used in flogging tie with a strap beat severely with a whip or rod sharpen with a strap secure (a sprained joint) with a strap
good-natured tolerance of delay or incompetence a card game played by one person
conspicuously or grossly unconventional or unusual
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an important dogsled race run annually on the Iditarod Trail
deliver a quick blow to drive forcibly as if by a punch make a hole into or between, as for ease of separation
like or containing meat; let's have a meaty meal" being on topic and prompting thought
a state of steady vigorous action that is characteristic of an activity mechanical device used as a plaything to support someone swinging back and forth a sweeping blow or stroke changing location by moving back and forth a style of jazz played by big bands popular in the 1930s; flowing rhythms but less complex than later styles of jazz a jaunty rhythm in music the act of swinging a golf club at a golf ball and (usually) hitting it in baseball; a batter's attempt to hit a pitched ball a square dance figure; a pair of dancers join hands and dance around a point between them move in a curve or arc, usually with the intent of hitting move or walk in a swinging or swaying manner change direction with a swinging motion; turn influence decisively make a big sweeping gesture or movement hang freely hit or aim at with a sweeping arm movement alternate dramatically between high and low values live in a lively, modern, and relaxed style have a certain musical rhythm be a social swinger; socialize a lot play with a subtle and intuitively felt sense of rhythm engage freely in promiscuous sex, often with the husband or wife of one's friends
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a health facility where patients receive treatment a medical institution where sick or injured people are given medical or surgical care
turn aside; turn away from send on a course or in a direction different from the planned or intended one occupy in an agreeable, entertaining or pleasant fashion withdraw (money) and move into a different location, often secretly and with dishonest intentions pleasantly occupied
a humorous play on words
a female member of a royal family other than the queen (especially the daughter of a sovereign)
an exclusive group of people select by a vote for an office or membership choose selected as the best elected but not yet installed in office
an allele that produces its characteristic phenotype only when its paired allele is identical of or pertaining to a recession (of genes) producing its characteristic phenotype only when its allele is identical
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a useful or valuable quality
a transient variation in voltage or current sports equipment consisting of a sharp point on the sole of a shoe worn by athletes fruiting spike of a cereal plant especially corn (botany) an indeterminate inflorescence bearing sessile flowers on an unbranched axis a sharp rise followed by a sharp decline a very high narrow heel on women's shoes each of the sharp points on the soles of athletic shoes to prevent slipping (or the shoes themselves) a sharp-pointed projection along the top of a fence or wall (or a dinosaur) a long, thin sharp-pointed implement (wood or metal) any holding device consisting of a rigid, sharp-pointed object a large stout nail stand in the way of pierce with a sharp stake or point secure with spikes bring forth a spike or spikes add alcohol to (beverages) manifest a sharp increase
an advertisement consisting of short scenes from a motion picture that will appear in the near future a screening for a select audience in advance of release for the general public watch (a movie or play) before it is released to the general public
force (someone) to have sex against their will hold spellbound stunningly beautiful
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draw air into, and expel out of, the lungs be alive impart as if by breathing allow the passage of air through utter or tell manifest or evince take a short break from one's activities in order to relax reach full flavor by absorbing air and being let to stand after having been uncorked expel (gases or odors)
any soft or soggy mass cornmeal boiled in water writing or music that is excessively sweet and sentimental a journey by dogsled drive (a team of dogs or a dogsled) travel with a dogsled
device for converting sound waves into electrical energy
take or catch as if in a snare or trap catch in or as if in a trap
marked by or showing unaffected simplicity and lack of guile or worldly experience of or created by one without formal training; simple or naive in style inexperienced lacking information or instruction not initiated; deficient in relevant experience
a person who professes beliefs and opinions that he or she does not hold in order to conceal his or her real feelings or motives fraudulent; having a misleading appearance
a word picture of a person's appearance and character the activity of making portraits
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intense sorrow caused by loss of a loved one (especially by death) something that causes great unhappiness
electronic equipment that converts sound into electrical signals that can be transmitted over distances and then converts received signals back into sounds (phonetics) an individual sound unit of speech without concern as to whether or not it is a phoneme of some language electro-acoustic transducer for converting electric signals into sounds; it is held over or inserted into the ear get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone
in an ardent manner
a British abbreviation of `university'; usually refers to Oxford University or Cambridge University a team representing a college or university
a member of the baby boom generation in the 1950s
very good; of the highest quality
thunderous verbal attack
make a spoof of or make fun of make a parody of
lack of elegance as a consequence of being pompous and puffed up with vanity
old; no longer valid or fashionable
a necessary or essential thing grape juice before or during fermentation the quality of smelling or tasting old or stale or mouldy highly recommended
a state in New England
a game played with young children; you hide your face and suddenly reveal it as you say boo!
the shape or manner in which things come together and a connection is made a set containing all and only the members of two or more given sets become part of; become a member of a group or organization cause to become joined or linked come into the company of make contact or come together be or become joined or united or linked
an amateur boxer who weighs no more than 201 pounds a wrestler who weighs more than 214 pounds a professional boxer who weighs more than 190 pounds a very large person; impressive in size or qualities a person of exceptional importance and reputation
United States composer best remembered as a composer of works for the piano (1860-1908)
move or swing back and forth exhibit aggressively
an indefinitely short time a polyvalent metallic element that resembles chromium and tungsten in its properties; used to strengthen and harden steel a midwestern state in central United States; a border state during the American Civil War, Missouri was admitted to the Confederacy without actually seceding from the Union
extremely
provide entertainment for take into consideration, have in view maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings) pleasantly occupied
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informal or slang terms for mentally irregular
cast again, in a different role cast again cast or model anew
a chronic progressive nervous disorder involving loss of myelin sheath around certain nerve fibers a state in the Deep South on the gulf of Mexico; one of the Confederate States during the American Civil War a master's degree in science the form of a literary work submitted for publication a form of address for a woman the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards) concentration measured by the number of moles of solute per liter of solution the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100 a unit of information equal to 1000 kilobytes or 10^6 (1,000,000) bytes a unit of information equal to 1024 kibibytes or 2^20 (1,048,576) bytes the 13th letter of the Roman alphabet
a form of address for a man
a person who tries to please or amuse
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utter obscenities or profanities
causing or characterized by addiction
a sweeping stroke or blow strike with a swiping motion make off with belongings of others
the region that is outside of something the outer side or surface of something situated in or suitable for the outdoors or outside of a building
everything you own; all of your assets (whether real property or personal property) and liabilities extensive landed property (especially in the country) retained by the owner for his own use a major social class or order of persons regarded collectively as part of the body politic of the country (especially in the United Kingdom) and formerly possessing distinct political rights
full of or characterized by joy
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keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction to keep up and reserve for personal or special use prevent (food) from rotting maintain in safety from injury, harm, or danger keep undisturbed for personal or private use for hunting, shooting, or fishing
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without a trademark or brand name as sharing a common genus
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a device or control that is very useful for a particular job
the willful and unlawful crippling or mutilation of another person violent and needless disturbance
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a confused multitude of things small flat ring-shaped cake or cookie a theory or argument made up of miscellaneous or incongruous ideas be all mixed up or jumbled together assemble without order or sense bring into random order
the financial means whereby one lives the main tower within the walls of a medieval castle or fortress a cell in a jail or prison keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean" continue a certain state, condition, or activity retain possession of stop (someone or something) from doing something or being in a certain state conform one's action or practice to stick to correctly or closely look after; be the keeper of; have charge of maintain by writing regular records supply with room and board allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature supply with necessities and support fail to spoil or rot behave as expected during of holidays or rites keep under control; keep in check maintain in safety from injury, harm, or danger raise retain rights to store or keep customarily have as a supply maintain for use and service hold and prevent from leaving prevent (food) from rotting
direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes be attractive to exert a force on (a body) causing it to approach or prevent it from moving away
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a written assurance that some product or service will be provided or will meet certain specifications an unconditional commitment that something will happen or that something is true a collateral agreement to answer for the debt of another in case that person defaults give surety or assume responsibility make certain of promise to do or accomplish stand behind and guarantee the quality, accuracy, or condition of
not subjected to discipline not subjected to correction or discipline lacking in discipline or control
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a facial expression of contempt or scorn; the upper lip curls a contemptuous or scornful remark express through a scornful smile smile contemptuously
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either extremity of something that has length the point in time at which something ends the concluding parts of an event or occurrence the state of affairs that a plan is intended to achieve and that (when achieved) terminates behavior intended to achieve it a final part or section a final state the surface at either extremity of a three-dimensional object (football) the person who plays at one end of the line of scrimmage a boundary marking the extremities of something one of two places from which people are communicating to each other the part you are expected to play the last section of a communication a piece of cloth that is left over after the rest has been used or sold (American football) a position on the line of scrimmage have an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical bring to an end or halt be the end of; be the last or concluding part of put an end to
contrary to accepted morality (especially sexual morality) or convention contrary to or forbidden by law
communicate a disease to contaminate with a disease or microorganism corrupt with ideas or an ideology affect in a contagious way
(photography) the act of assuming a certain position (as for a photograph or portrait) the act of assuming or maintaining a seated position a meeting of spiritualists a session as of a legislature or court be seated be around, often idly or without specific purpose take a seat be in session assume a posture as for artistic purposes sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions be located or situated somewhere work or act as a baby-sitter; I have too much homework to do" show to a seat; assign a seat for serve in a specific professional capacity (of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks not moving and therefore easy to attack
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not hurried or forced in an unhurried way or at one's convenience
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writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay) a person who is able to write and has written something
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a dull persistent (usually moderately intense) pain feel physical pain have a desire for something or someone who is not present be the source of pain causing a dull and steady pain
of or relating to or caused by a toxin or poison
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pose a threat to; present a danger to express a threat either by an utterance or a gesture act in a threatening manner threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments
cause to burst with a violent release of energy burst outward, usually with noise show a violent emotional reaction be unleashed; emerge with violence or noise destroy by exploding cause to burst as a result of air pressure; of stop consonants like /p/, /t/, and /k/ drive from the stage by noisy disapproval show (a theory or claim) to be baseless, or refute and make obsolete burst and release energy as through a violent chemical or physical reaction increase rapidly and in an uncontrolled manner
the ball-shaped capsule containing the vertebrate eye look at
to a severe or serious degree (`ill' is often used as a combining form) in a poor or improper or unsatisfactory manner; not well evilly or wickedly in a disobedient or naughty way with great intensity (`bad' is a nonstandard variant for `badly') very much; strongly without skill or in a displeasing manner in a disadvantageous way; to someone's disadvantage unfavorably or with disapproval with unusual distress or resentment or regret or emotional display
tall coarse perennial American herb having small white flowers followed by blackish-red berries on long drooping racemes; young fleshy stems are edible; berries and root are poisonous someone who takes more time than necessary; someone who lags behind a bag made of paper or plastic for holding customer's purchases a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow) (boxing) a blow with the fist poke or thrust abruptly search or inquire in a meddlesome way stir by poking hit hard with the hand, fist, or some heavy instrument make a hole by poking
daughter of George VI who became the Queen of England and Northern Ireland in 1952 on the death of her father (1926-) Queen of England from 1558 to 1603; daughter of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn; she succeeded Mary I (who was a Catholic) and restored Protestantism to England; during her reign Mary Queen of Scots was executed and the Spanish Armada was defeated; her reign was marked by prosperity and literary genius (1533-1603)
pompous or pretentious talk or writing
a state of confusion and disorderliness informal terms for a difficult situation soft semiliquid food a meal eaten in a mess hall by service personnel a (large) military dining room where service personnel eat or relax (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent eat in a mess hall make a mess of or create disorder in
a correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or convicted persons serving a sentence) wasting time small and remote and insignificant
not firm or firmly fixed; likely to fail or give way lacking in security or safety lacking self-confidence or assurance not safe from attack
a weapon that is forcibly thrown or projected at a targets but is not self-propelled any vehicle self-propelled by a rocket engine impelling or impelled forward
the quality of being beautiful and delicate in appearance something considered choice to eat refined taste; tact smallness of stature lack of physical strength subtly skillful handling of a situation lightness in movement or manner
capable of being imagined
a compact mass an abnormal protuberance or localized enlargement an awkward stupid person a large piece of something without definite shape put together indiscriminately group or chunk together in a certain order or place side by side
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lacking protection or a guard displaying or feeling no wariness
the number of openings per linear inch of a screen; measures size of particles contact by fitting together the topology of a network whose components are all connected directly to every other component an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals the act of interlocking or meshing keep engaged coordinate in such a way that all parts work together effectively work together in harmony entangle or catch in (or as if in) a mesh
a heavy wetness
lacking fresh air
merriment expressed by a brightness or gleam or animation of countenance the occurrence of a small flash or spark the quality of shining with a bright reflected light reflect brightly be lively or brilliant or exhibit virtuosity emit or produce sparks become bubbly or frothy or foaming
a person afflicted with arthritis of or pertaining to arthritis
something having the property of being analogous to something else an imaginary line around the Earth parallel to the equator (mathematics) one of a set of parallel geometric figures (parallel lines or planes) be parallel to make or place parallel to something duplicate or match being everywhere equidistant and not intersecting of or relating to the simultaneous performance of multiple operations
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join or attach with or as if with glue be fixed as if by glue
having great beauty and splendor very good; of the highest quality characterized by grandeur
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engaged in or accustomed to close observation experiencing or accompanied by sleeplessness
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an opening that allows the passage of liquids or grain gush forth in a sudden stream or jet talk in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner
a drug that induces sleep of or relating to hypnosis attracting and holding interest as if by a spell
United States pathologist who discovered viruses that cause tumors (1879-1970) become active force or drive out cause to be agitated, excited, or roused cause to become awake or conscious
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the quality of being intricate and compounded
the region that is inside of something the inner or enclosed surface of something the United States federal department charged with conservation and the development of natural resources; created in 1849 situated within or suitable for inside a building inside the country located inward inside and toward a center of or coming from the middle of a region or country
the highest or uppermost side of anything
the finest or most superior quality of its kind furthest or highest in degree or order; utmost or extreme being the last or concluding element of a series
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to come or go into become a participant; be involved in register formally as a participant or member be or play a part of or in make a record of; set down in permanent form come on stage take on duties or office put or introduce into something set out on (an enterprise or subject of study)
utility consisting of the pipes and fixtures for the distribution of water or gas in a building and for the disposal of sewage the occupation of a plumber (installing and repairing pipes and fixtures for water or gas or sewage in a building) measuring the depths of the oceans measure the depth of something weight with lead examine thoroughly and in great depth adjust with a plumb line so as to make vertical
declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of report the receipt of express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for accept as legally binding and valid accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
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used for filling cracks or holes in a surface 100 filler equal 1 forint in Hungary copy to fill space between more important articles in the layout of a magazine or newspaper anything added to fill out a whole the tobacco used to form the core of a cigar
subject to change or variation not firmly or solidly positioned
analyze syntactically by assigning a constituent structure to (a sentence)
kill as a means of socially sanctioned punishment murder in a planned fashion put in effect carry out the legalities of carry out a process or program, as on a computer or a machine carry out or perform an action sign in the presence of witnesses put to death as punishment
a mental representation of the meaning or significance of something the act of interpreting something as expressed in an artistic performance an explanation that results from interpreting something an explanation of something that is not immediately obvious
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political propaganda (especially communist propaganda) communicated via art and literature and cinema
(cricket) the division of play during which six balls are bowled at the batsman by one player from the other team from the same end of the pitch having come or been brought to a conclusion at or to a point across intervening space etc. throughout an area throughout a period of time beyond the top or upper surface or edge; forward from an upright position;  over the entire area
regard something as probable or likely consider obligatory; request and expect look forward to the probable occurrence of consider reasonable or due look forward to the birth of a child be pregnant with
offensive term for a person of German descent
turn on or around an axis or a center move in an orbit cause to move by turning over or in a circular manner of as if on an axis
unhealthy looking somewhat ill or prone to illness
something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action the act of guiding or showing the way the act of setting and holding a course
the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center United States writer of novels based on experiences in the Klondike gold rush (1876-1916)
an unproved statement put forward as a premise in an argument a treatise advancing a new point of view resulting from research; usually a requirement for an advanced academic degree
the 21st letter of the Greek alphabet
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a periodical that summarizes the news something that is compiled (as into a single book or file) convert food into absorbable substances arrange and integrate in the mind put up with something or somebody unpleasant become assimilated into the body systematize, as by classifying and summarizing soften or disintegrate, as by undergoing exposure to heat or moisture make more concise soften or disintegrate by means of chemical action, heat, or moisture
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an expression of agreement that is not supported by real conviction insincerity by virtue of pretending to have qualities or beliefs that you do not really have
the state of being an adult woman women as a class the status of a woman
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belief about (or mental picture of) the future anticipating with confidence of fulfillment the feeling that something is about to happen the sum of the values of a random variable divided by the number of values
very drunk
the act of creating written works the work of a writer; anything expressed in letters of the alphabet (especially when considered from the point of view of style and effect) (usually plural) the collected work of an author letters or symbols that are written or imprinted on a surface to represent the sounds or words of a language the activity of putting something in written form produce a literary work communicate or express by writing have (one's written work) issued for publication communicate (with) in writing communicate by letter write music mark or trace on a surface record data on a computer write or name the letters that comprise the conventionally accepted form of (a word or part of a word) create code, write a computer program
prepare for publication or presentation by correcting, revising, or adapting supervise the publication of cut and assemble the components of cut or eliminate
attract; cause to be enamored put into a trance filled with wonder and delight
force somebody to do something necessitate or exact driving or forcing tending to persuade by forcefulness of argument
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being one hundred more than three hundred
forceful prevention; putting down by power or authority conceal or hide smother or suppress impair the respiration of or obstruct the air passage of be asphyxiated; die from lack of oxygen characterized by oppressive heat and humidity
a dyspneic condition insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous convulsive gasp made while weeping weep convulsively
(of liquids) clouded as with sediment dark or gloomy
Austrian general in the service of the Holy Roman Empire during the War of the Spanish Succession (1663-1736) a city in western Oregon on the Willamette River; site of a university
a person who inhabits a particular place a plant or animal naturalized in a region
someone who travels for pleasure
mistake one thing for another be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly cause to feel embarrassment assemble without order or sense make unclear, indistinct, or blurred
(sports) a division during which one team is on the offensive a period of illness a contest or fight (especially between boxers or wrestlers) an occasion for excessive eating or drinking
the speech act of making something evident an enlightening or astonishing disclosure communication of knowledge to man by a divine or supernatural agency the last book of the New Testament; contains visionary descriptions of heaven and of conflicts between good and evil and of the end of the world; attributed to Saint John the Apostle
harass with persistent criticism or carping
performing a role in an event that occurred at an earlier time
(baseball) base consisting of a rubber slab where the batter stands; it must be touched by a base runner in order to score a sheet of metal or wood or glass or plastic a full-page illustration (usually on slick paper) dish on which food is served or from which food is eaten the quantity contained in a plate a rigid layer of the Earth's crust that is believed to drift slowly the thin under portion of the forequarter a main course served on a plate any flat platelike body structure or part the positively charged electrode in a vacuum tube a flat sheet of metal or glass on which a photographic image can be recorded structural member consisting of a horizontal beam that provides bearing and anchorage a shallow receptacle for collection in church a metal sheathing of uniform thickness (such as the shield attached to an artillery piece to protect the gunners) a dental appliance that artificially replaces missing teeth coat with a layer of metal make a plat of
cut or tear irregularly deeply hurt the feelings of; distress
lacking respectability in character or behavior or appearance
a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field one of the natural periods into which the year is divided by the equinoxes and solstices or atmospheric conditions a recurrent time marked by major holidays lend flavor to make fit make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else; moderate
property that is leased or rented out or let the act of paying for the use of something (as an apartment or house or car) available to rent or lease of or relating to rent
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shade within clear boundaries an unilluminated area something existing in perception only a premonition of something adverse an indication that something has been present refuge from danger or observation a dominating and pervasive presence a spy employed to follow someone and report their movements an inseparable companion follow, usually without the person's knowledge cast a shadow over make appear small by comparison
a state of partial or total darkness a feeling of melancholy apprehension an atmosphere of depression and melancholy
in an erotic manner
a solution containing a phosphate buffer a soft heavy toxic malleable metallic element; bluish white when freshly cut but tarnishes readily to dull grey a unit of information equal to 1000 terabits or 10^15 bits a unit of information equal to 1000 terabytes or 10^15 bytes a unit of information equal to 1024 tebibytes or 2^50 bytes
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a four-sided polygon a rectangular area surrounded on all sides by buildings
an edible tuber native to South America; a staple food of Ireland annual native to South America having underground stolons bearing edible starchy tubers; widely cultivated as a garden vegetable; vines are poisonous
filled with shade lacking clarity or distinctness lacking in substance
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informal terms for a meal the part of a forequarter from the neck to the ribs and including the shoulder blade a holding device consisting of adjustable jaws that center a workpiece in a lathe or center a tool in a drill throw carelessly throw away pat or squeeze fondly or playfully, especially under the chin eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth
Roman Emperor who was the adoptive son of Trajan; travelled throughout his empire to strengthen its frontiers and encourage learning and architecture; on a visit to Britain in 122 he ordered the construction of Hadrian's Wall (76-138) English physiologist who conducted research into the function of neurons; 1st baron of Cambridge (1889-1997)
easily influenced capable of being shaped or bent or drawn out
cause to burst with a violent release of energy burst outward, usually with noise show a violent emotional reaction be unleashed; emerge with violence or noise destroy by exploding cause to burst as a result of air pressure; of stop consonants like /p/, /t/, and /k/ drive from the stage by noisy disapproval show (a theory or claim) to be baseless, or refute and make obsolete burst and release energy as through a violent chemical or physical reaction increase rapidly and in an uncontrolled manner
extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers being or having the character of a miracle too improbable to admit of belief
any material that fills a space or container flow into something (as a container) a food mixture used to fill pastry or sandwiches etc. the yarn woven across the warp yarn in weaving (dentistry) a dental appliance consisting of any of various substances (as metal or plastic) inserted into a prepared cavity in a tooth the act of filling something make full, also in a metaphorical sense become full occupy the whole of assume, as of positions or roles fill or meet a want or need appoint someone to (a position or a job) eat until one is sated fill to satisfaction plug with a substance
changeable determined by chance or impulse or whim rather than by necessity or reason
(used of count nouns) every one considered individually to or from every one of two or more (considered individually)
the act of signaling by a movement of the hand signal with the hands or nod move or swing back and forth move in a wavy pattern or with a rising and falling motion twist or roll into coils or ringlets set waves in
a small or minor detail
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persist for a specified period of time continue to live through hardship or adversity continuing or enduring without marked change in status or condition or place existing for a long time retained; not shed lasting a long time without change
language expressed by visible hand gestures mark with one's signature; write one's name (on) approve and express assent, responsibility, or obligation be engaged by a written agreement engage by written agreement communicate silently and non-verbally by signals or signs place signs, as along a road communicate in sign language make the sign of the cross over someone in order to call on God for protection; consecrate
fill with sublime emotion made joyful
tending to hinder the achievement of a goal
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charming in a childlike or naive way
pancake batter baked in a waffle iron pause or hold back in uncertainty or unwillingness
worry unnecessarily or excessively care for like a mother
an undergarment worn by women to support their breasts
the act of rearranging things to give a misleading impression throwing and catching several objects simultaneously influence by slyness manipulate by or as if by moving around components deal with simultaneously throw, catch, and keep in the air several things simultaneously hold with difficulty and balance insecurely
an occurrence that results in things being united the act of combining things to form a new whole have or possess in combination put or add together combine so as to form a whole; mix add together from different sources join for a common purpose or in a common action gather in a mass, sum, or whole mix together different elements
a record or narrative description of past events record in chronological order; make a historical record
a mental representation of some haunting experience a writer who gives the credit of authorship to someone else the visible disembodied soul of a dead person a suggestion of some quality move like a ghost haunt like a ghost; pursue write for someone else
not explained having the reason or cause not made clear
the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians
the most extreme possible amount or value the period of greatest prosperity or productivity the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development the top or extreme point of something (usually a mountain or hill) a V shape the highest point (of something) a brim that projects to the front to shade the eyes to reach the highest point; attain maximum intensity, activity
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any thick, viscous matter
an inhabitant of an island
hitting a golf ball off of a tee with a driver the act of controlling and steering the movement of a vehicle or animal operate or control a vehicle travel or be transported in a vehicle cause someone or something to move by driving force into or from an action or state, either physically or metaphorically to compel or force or urge relentlessly or exert coercive pressure on, or motivate strongly cause to move back by force or influence compel somebody to do something, often against his own will or judgment push, propel, or press with force cause to move rapidly by striking or throwing with force strive and make an effort to reach a goal move into a desired direction of discourse have certain properties when driven work as a driver move by being propelled by a force urge forward proceed along in a vehicle strike with a driver, as in teeing off hit very hard, as by swinging a bat horizontally excavate horizontally cause to function by supplying the force or power for or by controlling hunting: search for game hunting: chase from cover into more open ground having the power of driving or impelling acting with vigor
causing irritation or annoyance
the supernatural being conceived as the perfect and omnipotent and omniscient originator and ruler of the universe; the object of worship in monotheistic religions any supernatural being worshipped as controlling some part of the world or some aspect of life or who is the personification of a force a man of such superior qualities that he seems like a deity to other people a material effigy that is worshipped
a person apparently sensitive to things beyond the natural range of perception affecting or influenced by the human mind outside the sphere of physical science
clean with some chemical process cleanse (one's body) with soap and water cleanse with a cleaning agent, such as soap, and water move by or as if by water be capable of being washed admit to testing or proof separate dirt or gravel from (precious minerals) apply a thin coating of paint, metal, etc., to remove by the application of water or other liquid and soap or some other cleaning agent form by erosion make moist wash or flow against to cleanse (itself or another animal) by licking clean by virtue of having been washed in water wet as from washing; sometimes used in combination
dispose of (something useless or old) have a disagreement over something make into scrap or refuse
a man who serves as a sailor a lump of slimy stuff informal terms for the mouth
(theology) the act of delivering from sin or saving from evil a means of preserving from harm or unpleasantness the state of being saved or preserved from harm saving someone or something from harm or from an unpleasant situation
put into a certain place or abstract location put in a horizontal position prepare or position for action or operation lay eggs impose as a duty, burden, or punishment set down according to a plan:"a carefully laid table with places set for four people"
turn in a twisting or spinning motion flow in a circular current, of liquids
a span of 1000 years (New Testament) in Revelations it is foretold that those faithful to Jesus will reign with Jesus over the earth for a thousand years; the meaning of these words have been much debated; some denominations (e.g. Jehovah's Witnesses) expect it to be a thousand years of justice and peace and happiness the 1000th anniversary (or the celebration of it)
a disease that is constantly present to a greater or lesser degree in people of a certain class or in people living in a particular location a plant that is native to a certain limited area of or relating to a disease (or anything resembling a disease) constantly present to greater or lesser extent in a particular locality native to or confined to a certain region originating where it is found
not embarrassed
come into the possession of something concrete or abstract enter or assume a certain state or condition cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition receive a specified treatment (abstract) reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress go or come after and bring or take back go through (mental or physical states or experiences) take vengeance on or get even achieve a point or goal cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner succeed in catching or seizing, especially after a chase come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness communicate with a place or person; establish communication with, as if by telephone give certain properties to something move into a desired direction of discourse grasp with the mind or develop an understanding of attract and fix reach with a blow or hit in a particular spot reach by calculation acquire as a result of some effort or action purchase perceive by hearing suffer from the receipt of receive as a retribution or punishment leave immediately; used usually in the imperative form reach and board irritate evoke an emotional response apprehend and reproduce accurately earn or achieve a base by being walked by the pitcher overcome or destroy be a mystery or bewildering to take the first step or steps in carrying out an action undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) make children
very recently
freedom from control or influence of another or others the successful ending of the American Revolution a city in western Missouri; the beginning of the Santa Fe Trail
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a person who joins with others in some activity or endeavor a friend who is frequently in the company of another a person with subordinate membership in a society, institution, or commercial enterprise any event that usually accompanies or is closely connected with another a degree granted by a two-year college on successful completion of the undergraduates course of studies make a logical or causal connection keep company with; hang out with bring or come into association or action having partial rights and privileges or subordinate status
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continuing forever or indefinitely tiresomely long; seemingly without end
people who are free grant freedom to; free from confinement relieve from remove or force out from a position grant relief or an exemption from a rule or requirement to make (information) available for publication free from obligations or duties free or remove obstruction from let off the hook part with a possession or right release (gas or energy) as a result of a chemical reaction or physical decomposition make (assets) available able to act at will; not hampered; not under compulsion or restraint unconstrained or not chemically bound in a molecule or not fixed and capable of relatively unrestricted motion costing nothing not occupied or in use not fixed in position not held in servitude not taken up by scheduled activities completely wanting or lacking not literal without restraint
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prostitution of talents or offices or services for reward
a social class comprising those who do manual labor or work for wages concluding state of pregnancy; from the onset of contractions to the birth of a child a political party formed in Great Britain in 1900; characterized by the promotion of labor's interests and formerly the socialization of key industries productive work (especially physical work done for wages) work hard strive and make an effort to reach a goal undergo the efforts of childbirth
the most outstanding work of a creative artist or craftsman an outstanding achievement
very bad soft and sticky
the sound like water splashing a prominent or sensational but short-lived news event a small quantity of something moist or liquid a patch of bright color the act of splashing a (liquid) substance on a surface the act of scattering water about haphazardly cause (a liquid) to spatter about, especially with force walk through mud or mire dash a liquid upon or against mark or overlay with patches of contrasting color or texture; cause to appear splashed or spattered make a splashing sound soil or stain with a splashed liquid strike and dash about in a liquid
becoming proficient in the use of something; having mastery of the act of making a master recording from which copies can be made be or become completely proficient or skilled in get on top of; deal with successfully have dominance or the power to defeat over have a firm understanding or knowledge of; be on top of
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feel or have a desire for; want strongly have need of hunt or look for; want for a particular reason wish or demand the presence of be without, lack; be deficient in desired or wished for or sought characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for
an indistinct shapeless form make a spot or mark onto
in an alarming manner
agitation resulting from active worry a spot that has been worn away by abrasion or erosion an ornamental pattern consisting of repeated vertical and horizontal lines (often in relief) a small bar of metal across the fingerboard of a musical instrument; when the string is stopped by a finger at the metal bar it will produce a note of the desired pitch worry unnecessarily or excessively be agitated or irritated provide (a musical instrument) with frets become or make sore by or as if by rubbing cause annoyance in gnaw into; make resentful or angry carve a pattern into decorate with an interlaced design be too tight; rub or press cause friction remove soil or rock wear away or erode
joint between the femur and tibia in a quadruped; corresponds to the human knee conceal or hide smother or suppress impair the respiration of or obstruct the air passage of be asphyxiated; die from lack of oxygen
suggesting human characteristics for animals or inanimate things
a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement a discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal a summary of the subject or plot of a literary work or play or movie (computer science) a reference or value that is passed to a function, procedure, subroutine, command, or program a variable in a logical or mathematical expression whose value determines the dependent variable; if f(x)=y, x is the independent variable a course of reasoning aimed at demonstrating a truth or falsehood; the methodical process of logical reasoning
any customary observance or practice the prescribed procedure for conducting religious ceremonies stereotyped behavior of or relating to or characteristic of religious rituals of or relating to or employed in social rites or rituals
conformity to fact or truth the quality of conformity to social expectations
the time during which someone's life continues time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis some point or period in time a day assigned to a particular purpose or observance the time after sunrise and before sunset while it is light outside the recurring hours when you are not sleeping (especially those when you are working) an era of existence or influence the period of time taken by a particular planet (e.g. Mars) to make a complete rotation on its axis the time for one complete rotation of the earth relative to a particular star, about 4 minutes shorter than a mean solar day a period of opportunity United States writer best known for his autobiographical works (1874-1935)
an expression of approval and commendation offering words of homage as an act of worship express approval of
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device that removes something from whatever passes through it an electrical device that alters the frequency spectrum of signals passing through it remove by passing through a filter pass through run or flow slowly, as in drops or in an unsteady stream
strive and make an effort to reach a goal work hard undergo the efforts of childbirth lacking natural ease requiring or showing effort
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a person who smokes tobacco a party for men only (or one considered suitable for men only) a passenger car for passengers who wish to smoke
make use of too often or too extensively
have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal
a grand and imposing entrance (often extended metaphorically) a site that the owner positions as an entrance to other sites on the internet a short vein that carries blood into the liver
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do random, unplanned work or activities or spend time idly work as a tinker or tinkerer try to fix or mend
recite in elocution repeat aloud from memory render verbally, "recite a poem" narrate or give a detailed account of specify individually
a superior skill that you can learn by study and practice and observation
earnest or urgent request attractiveness that interests or pleases or stimulates (law) a legal proceeding in which the appellant resorts to a higher court for the purpose of obtaining a review of a lower court decision and a reversal of the lower court's judgment or the granting of a new trial request for a sum of money take a court case to a higher court for review request earnestly (something from somebody); ask for aid or protection be attractive to challenge (a decision) cite as an authority; resort to
a stupid person; these words are used to express a low opinion of someone's intelligence
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the force by which one object attracts another an entertainment that is offered to the public the quality of arousing interest; being attractive or something that attracts a characteristic that provides pleasure and attracts an entertainer who attracts large audiences
your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you) an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that leads to a favorable outcome
the condition of living or the state of being alive the property of being able to survive and grow quality of being active or spirited or alive and vigorous the activity of giving vitality and vigour to something the making of animated cartoons general activity and motion
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contribute to the progress or growth of inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to spur on giving courage or confidence or hope furnishing support and encouragement
a row or line of people (especially soldiers or police) standing abreast of one another relative status the ordinary members of an organization (such as the enlisted soldiers of an army) position in a social hierarchy the body of members of an organization or group take or have a position relative to others assign a rank or rating to take precedence or surpass others in rank very fertile; producing profuse growth very offensive in smell or taste conspicuously and outrageously bad or reprehensible complete and without restriction or qualification; sometimes used informally as intensifiers growing profusely
(law) a proceeding (usually by a court) where evidence is taken for the purpose of determining an issue of fact and reaching a decision based on that evidence an opportunity to state your case and be heard the range within which a voice can be heard the act of hearing attentively a session (of a committee or grand jury) in which witnesses are called and testimony is taken the ability to hear; the auditory faculty perceive (sound) via the auditory sense get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally examine or hear (evidence or a case) by judicial process receive a communication from someone listen and pay attention able to perceive sound
having characteristics that attract love or affection
imagination unrestricted by reality fiction with a large amount of imagination in it something many people believe that is false indulge in fantasies
of or relating to philosophy or philosophers characterized by the attitude of a philosopher; meeting trouble with level-headed detachment
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in a smug manner
cause to become sober become more realistic become sober after excessive alcohol consumption not affected by a chemical substance (especially alcohol) dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises lacking brightness or color; dull completely lacking in playfulness
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a unit of heat equal to the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one kilogram of water by one degree at one atmosphere pressure; used by nutritionists to characterize the energy-producing potential in food unit of heat defined as the quantity of heat required to raise the temperature of 1 gram of water by 1 degree centigrade at atmospheric pressure
(medicine) any disturbance in the functioning of an organ or body part or a disturbance in the functioning of a social group
calm by deception become quiet or less intensive make calm or still
travel on water propelled by wind or by other means act as the navigator in a car, plane, or vessel and plan, direct, plot the path and position of the conveyance direct carefully and safely
an artifact designed to be played with a nonfunctional replica of something else (frequently used as a modifier) a device regarded as providing amusement a copy that reproduces a person or thing in greatly reduced size any of several breeds of very small dogs kept purely as pets behave carelessly or indifferently manipulate manually or in one's mind or imagination engage in an activity as if it were a game rather than take it seriously
write differently; alter the writing of rewrite so as to make fit to suit a new or different purpose
any substance that can be used as food insipid intellectual nourishment
witty language used to convey insults or scorn
the upper part of anything the highest or uppermost side of anything the top or extreme point of something (usually a mountain or hill) the first half of an inning; while the visiting team is at bat the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development the greatest possible intensity platform surrounding the head of a lower mast a conical child's plaything tapering to a steel point on which it can be made to spin covering for a hole (especially a hole in the top of a container) a garment (especially for women) that extends from the shoulders to the waist or hips a canvas tent to house the audience at a circus performance be superior or better than some standard pass by, over, or under without making contact be at the top of or constitute the top or highest point be ahead of others; be the first provide with a top or finish the top (of a structure) reach or ascend the top of strike (the top part of a ball in golf, baseball, or pool) giving it a forward spin cut the top off be the culminating event finish up or conclude situated at the top or highest position
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someone who leads a wandering unsettled life an adult member of the Boy Scouts movement
a feeling of great (usually exaggerated) elation
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establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts strengthen or make more firm make more firm support a person for a position administer the rite of confirmation to indicating existence or presence of a suspected condition or pathogen serving to support or corroborate
relating to or characteristic of the motion of objects moving under their own momentum and the force of gravity
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits in addition
showing inappropriate levity
(ethnic slur) offensive and derogatory name for a Black man who is abjectly servile and deferential to Whites male cat male turkey
a medicine used to relieve pain capable of relieving pain
a woman's dress, usually with a close-fitting bodice and a long flared skirt, often worn on formal occasions the members of a university as distinguished from the other residents of the town in which the university is located lingerie consisting of a loose dress designed to be worn in bed by women protective garment worn by surgeons during operations outerwear consisting of a long flowing garment used for official or ceremonial occasions dress in a gown
someone who swings sports implements a person who engages freely in promiscuous sex
recite a rhapsody say (something) with great enthusiasm
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marked by continuous or uninterrupted extension in space or time or sequence not subdued or trained for service or use (of farmland) not plowed (especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded not broken; whole and intact; in one piece
exhibiting insight or clear and deep perception
relating to or concerned with a city or densely populated area located in or characteristic of a city or city life
the trait of being meticulous about matters of taste or style
unlawful premeditated killing of a human being by a human being kill intentionally and with premeditation alter so as to make unrecognizable
a metallic sound make a sound typical of metallic objects
center upon direct one's attention on something move into the center being or placed in the center
a mechanical device for gripping an object the act of catching an object with the hands take hold of so as to seize or restrain or stop the motion of get hold of or seize quickly and easily make a grasping or snatching motion with the hand obtain illegally or unscrupulously take or grasp suddenly capture the attention or imagination of
an implement used in the practice of a vocation the means whereby some act is accomplished a person who is controlled by others and is used to perform unpleasant or dishonest tasks for someone else obscene terms for penis drive ride in a car with no particular goal and just for the pleasure of it furnish with tools work with a tool
a dense growth of bushes an implement that has hairs or bristles firmly set into a handle momentary contact conducts current between rotating and stationary parts of a generator or motor a bushy tail or part of a bushy tail (especially of the fox) a minor short-term fight the act of brushing your teeth the act of brushing your hair contact with something dangerous or undesirable rub with a brush, or as if with a brush touch lightly and briefly clean with a brush sweep across or over remove with or as if with a brush cover by brushing
(sports) a stroke that puts the ball in play serve a purpose, role, or function do duty or hold offices; serve in a specific function contribute or conduce to be used by; as of a utility help to some food; help with food or drink provide (usually but not necessarily food) devote (part of) one's life or efforts to, as of countries, institutions, or ideas promote, benefit, or be useful or beneficial to spend time in prison or in a labor camp work for or be a servant to deliver a warrant or summons to someone be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity do military service mate with put the ball into play
be undecided about something; waver between conflicting positions or courses of action move to and fro hang in the air; fly or be suspended above be suspended in the air, as if in defiance of gravity hang over, as of something threatening, dark, or menacing
without or deprived of the use of speech or words
an unauthorized copy or imitation
a film about life in the western United States during the period of exploration and development a sandwich made from a western omelet relating to or characteristic of the western parts of the world or the West as opposed to the eastern or oriental parts of or characteristic of regions of the United States west of the Mississippi River lying toward or situated in the west of wind; from the west
give an injection to to introduce (a new aspect or element) force or drive (a fluid or gas) into by piercing take by injection feed intravenously to insert between other elements
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rub with a brush, or as if with a brush touch lightly and briefly clean with a brush sweep across or over remove with or as if with a brush cover by brushing touched lightly in passing; grazed against (of hair or clothing) groomed with a brush (of fabrics) having soft nap produced by brushing
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a custodian who is hired to take care of something (property or a person) an official who performs the duties of an office temporarily
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an outline or synopsis of a play (or, by extension, of a literary work) a setting for a work of art or literature a postulated sequence of possible events
the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group an actor's portrayal of someone in a play what something is used for normal or customary activity of a person in a particular social setting
thread on or as if on a string add as if on a string move or come along stretch out or arrange like a string string together; tie or fasten with a string remove the stringy parts of provide with strings that is on a string
a team of professional baseball players who play and travel together a formal association of people with similar interests stout stick that is larger at one end a building that is occupied by a social club golf equipment used by a golfer to hit a golf ball a playing card in the minor suit that has one or more black trefoils on it a spot that is open late at night and that provides entertainment (as singers or dancers) as well as dancing and food and drink unite with a common purpose gather and spend time together strike with a club or a bludgeon gather into a club-like mass
become bloated or swollen or puff up make bloated or swollen
a person who comes to a country where they were not born in order to settle there
someone who travels for pleasure
characterized by or characteristic of exceptionally early development or maturity (especially in mental aptitude) appearing or developing early
a collection of things sharing a common attribute a body of students who are taught together people having the same social, economic, or educational status education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings a league ranked by quality a body of students who graduate together (biology) a taxonomic group containing one or more orders elegance in dress or behavior arrange or order by classes or categories
the process of combustion of inflammable materials producing heat and light and (often) smoke shine with a sudden light be in flames or aflame criticize harshly, usually via an electronic medium
exploitation by a stronger country of weaker one; the use of the weaker country's resources to strengthen and enrich the stronger country
great merriment
coming next after the ninth and just before the eleventh in position
characterized by or full of force or strength (often but not necessarily physical) forceful and definite in expression or action
a script for a film including dialogue and descriptions of characters and sets
a structure that allows people or vehicles to cross an obstacle such as a river or canal or railway etc. a circuit consisting of two branches (4 arms arranged in a diamond configuration) across which a meter is connected something resembling a bridge in form or function the hard ridge that forms the upper part of the nose any of various card games based on whist for four players a wooden support that holds the strings up a denture anchored to teeth on either side of missing teeth the link between two lenses; rests on the nose an upper deck where a ship is steered and the captain stands connect or reduce the distance between make a bridge across cross over on a bridge
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how something is done or how it happens characteristic or habitual practice the latest and most admired style in clothes and cosmetics and behavior consumer goods (especially clothing) in the current mode make out of components (often in an improvising manner)
a square piece of cloth used for wiping the eyes or nose or as a costume accessory
move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time flee; take to one's heels; cut and run stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point direct or control; projects, businesses, etc. have a particular form move along, of liquids perform as expected when applied change or be different within limits run, stand, or compete for an office or a position cause to emit recorded audio or video move about freely and without restraint, or act as if running around in an uncontrolled way have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined be operating, running or functioning change from one state to another cause to perform be affected by; be subjected to continue to exist occur persistently carry out a process or program, as on a computer or a machine include as the content; broadcast or publicize carry out pass over, across, or through cause something to pass or lead somewhere make without a miss deal in illegally, such as arms or liquor cause an animal to move fast be diffused sail before the wind cover by running; run a certain distance extend or continue for a certain period of time set animals loose to graze keep company run with the ball; in such sports as football travel rapidly, by any (unspecified) means travel a route regularly pursue for food or sport (as of wild animals) compete in a race progress by being changed reduce or cause to be reduced from a solid to a liquid state, usually by heating come unraveled or undone as if by snagging become undone
the most common computer memory which can be used by programs to perform necessary tasks while the computer is on; an integrated circuit memory chip allows information to be stored or accessed in any order and all storage locations are equally accessible (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Aries the first sign of the zodiac which the sun enters at the vernal equinox; the sun is in this sign from about March 21 to April 19 a tool for driving or forcing something by impact uncastrated adult male sheep strike or drive against with a heavy impact force into or from an action or state, either physically or metaphorically undergo damage or destruction on impact crowd or pack to capacity
extreme attractiveness
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informal terms for nakedness (used especially of commodities) being unprocessed or manufactured using only simple or minimal processes having the surface exposed and painful not treated with heat to prepare it for eating not processed or refined devoid of elaboration or diminution or concealment; bare and pure brutally unfair or harsh not processed or subjected to analysis untempered and unrefined hurting unpleasantly cold and damp used of wood and furniture lacking training or experience (used informally) completely unclothed
any of various long-tailed rodents similar to but larger than a mouse someone who works (or provides workers) during a strike a person who is deemed to be despicable or contemptible one who reveals confidential information in return for money a pad (usually made of hair) worn as part of a woman's coiffure desert one's party or group of friends, for example, for one's personal advantage employ scabs or strike breakers in take the place of work of someone on strike give (hair) the appearance of being fuller by using a rat catch rats, especially with dogs give away information about somebody
loud enough to shake the very earth sufficiently significant to affect the whole world
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a reproach for some lapse or misdeed a gentle blow the sound made by a gentle blow voluble conversation genre of African-American music of the 1980s and 1990s in which rhyming lyrics are chanted to a musical accompaniment; several forms of rap have emerged the act of hitting vigorously strike sharply make light, repeated taps on a surface perform rap music talk volubly
a deliberate pretense or exaggerated display
extremely
undergoing no change when acted upon unaware of or indifferent to emotionally unmoved free of artificiality; sincere and genuine
a playwright and novelist (born in Ireland) who lived in France; wrote plays for the theater of the absurd (1906-1989)
a playing card in the major suit that has one or more black figures on it a sturdy hand shovel that can be pushed into the earth with the foot (ethnic slur) extremely offensive name for a Black person dig (up) with a spade
in a relative manner; by comparison to something else
the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new set up or found set up or lay the groundwork for use as a basis for; found on
a person who is laughing or who laughs easily an easy victory
of or relating to Puritans or Puritanism exaggeratedly proper morally rigorous and strict
an American whose first language is Spanish related to a Spanish-speaking people or culture
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in an exhaustive manner completely and absolutely (`good' is sometimes used informally for `thoroughly')
a remedy that stops or controls the effects of a poison
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a person whose behavior deviates from what is acceptable especially in sexual behavior grow worse
precipitation falling from clouds in the form of ice crystals a layer of snowflakes (white crystals of frozen water) covering the ground English writer of novels about moral dilemmas in academe (1905-1980) street names for cocaine fall as snow conceal one's true motives from especially by elaborately feigning good intentions so as to gain an end
a refined quality of gracefulness and good taste a quality of neatness and ingenious simplicity in the solution of a problem (especially in science or mathematics)
much greater in number or influence
be oriented determine one's position with reference to another point cause to point familiarize (someone) with new surroundings or circumstances adjust to a specific need or market adjusted or located in relation to surroundings or circumstances; sometimes used in combination
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produce laughter
experiencing delirium marked by uncontrolled excitement or emotion
soreness or irritation of the skin caused by friction become or make sore by or as if by rubbing feel extreme irritation or anger cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations tear or wear off the skin or make sore by abrading cause friction warm by rubbing, as with the hands
a traveler who actively rides an animal (as a horse or camel) a clause that is appended to a legislative bill a traveler who actively rides a vehicle (as a bicycle or motorcycle) a traveler riding in a vehicle (a boat or bus or car or plane or train etc) who is not operating it
lacking grace in movement or posture making a clunking sound
(postpositive) however
without shame
a person given to fanciful speculations and enthusiasms with little regard for what is actually possible a person with unusual powers of foresight not practical or realizable; speculative
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provide with a joint put into words or an expression speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way unite by forming a joint or joints express or state clearly consisting of segments held together by joints
a quick look a brief or incomplete view a vague indication catch a glimpse of or see briefly
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a full supply (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent as much as necessary; (`plenty' is nonstandard) "I've had plenty, thanks"
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of or relating to philosophy or philosophers characterized by the attitude of a philosopher; meeting trouble with level-headed detachment
independent in behavior or thought breaking with convention or tradition
a mountain peak in the southern Sinai Peninsula (7,500 feet high); it is believed to be the peak on which Moses received the Ten Commandments a desert on the Sinai Peninsula in northeastern Egypt a peninsula in northeastern Egypt; at north end of Red Sea
the act of departing politely a line of scalp that can be seen when sections of hair are combed in opposite directions go one's own way; move apart discontinue an association or relation; go different ways leave come apart force, take, or pull apart
an alert and refreshed state light from nonthermal sources the phenomenon of light emission by a body as its temperature is raised a feeling of considerable warmth a steady even light without flames the amount of electromagnetic radiation leaving or arriving at a point on a surface an appearance of reflected light emit a steady even light without flames have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink shine intensely, as if with heat be exuberant or high-spirited experience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion
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the power or right to give orders or make decisions capacity to produce strong physiological or chemical effects the inherent capacity for coming into being the state of being potent; a male's capacity to have sexual intercourse
blasphemous behavior; the act of depriving something of its sacred character
something considered choice to eat an occurrence that causes special pleasure or delight interact in a certain way subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition provide treatment for act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression provide with a gift or entertainment provide with choice or abundant food or drink engage in negotiations in order to reach an agreement regard or consider in a specific way
United States humorist remembered for his homespun commentary on politics and American society (1879-1935) United States dancer and film actress who partnered with Fred Astaire (1911-1995) United States psychologist who developed client-centered therapy (1902-1987)
be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance be valid, applicable, or true continue to exist prove superior use persuasion successfully
cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly overwhelm or overpower making light of wreaking or capable of wreaking complete destruction physically or spiritually devastating; often used in combination
any of several chemical elements that are usually shiny solids that conduct heat or electricity and can be formed into sheets etc. a mixture containing two or more metallic elements or metallic and nonmetallic elements usually fused together or dissolving into each other when molten cover with metal containing or made of or resembling or characteristic of a metal
formality in bearing and appearance
English philosopher and sociologist who applied the theory of natural selection to human societies (1820-1903)
a broad highway designed for high-speed traffic
the state of being held in high esteem and honor notoriety for some particular characteristic the general estimation that the public has for a person
a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness) an organization created for business ventures readiness to embark on bold new ventures
add details to
provide entertainment for take into consideration, have in view maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings) agreeably diverting
something unusual -- perhaps worthy of collecting
beat severely with a whip or rod beat with a cane
a soulful or amorous idealist an artist of the Romantic Movement or someone influenced by Romanticism
an American who lives in the North (especially during the American Civil War) an American (especially to non-Americans) pull, or move with a sudden movement
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a figure of a person made of packed snow
anything that serves as an enticement something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped or killed harass with persistent criticism or carping lure, entice, or entrap with bait attack with dogs or set dogs upon
heighten or intensify supply the inspiration for serve as the inciting cause of spur on or encourage especially by cheers and shouts fill with revolutionary ideas draw in (air)
place or set apart obtain in pure form set apart from others separate (experiences) from the emotions relating to them not close together in time being or feeling set or kept apart from others marked by separation of or from usually contiguous elements cut off or left behind under forced isolation especially for health reasons remote and separate physically or socially
make attractive or lovable
a narrative telling the adventures of a hero or a family; originally (12th to 14th centuries) a story of the families that settled Iceland and their descendants but now any prose narrative that resembles such an account
the only fertile female in a colony of social insects such as bees and ants and termites; its function is to lay eggs a female sovereign ruler the wife or widow of a king something personified as a woman who is considered the best or most important of her kind a competitor who holds a preeminent position offensive term for an openly homosexual man one of four face cards in a deck bearing a picture of a queen (chess) the most powerful piece an especially large mole rat and the only member of a colony of naked mole rats to bear offspring which are sired by only a few males female cat promote to a queen, as of a pawn in chess become a queen
someone who expresses in language; someone who talks (especially someone who delivers a public speech or someone especially garrulous)
have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal
a person who is tricked or swindled fool or hoax
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a flag that shows its nationality a distinguishing emblem a visual attribute of things that results from the light they emit or transmit or reflect interest and variety and intensity the timbre of a musical sound a race with skin pigmentation different from the white race (especially Blacks) an outward or token appearance or form that is deliberately misleading any material used for its color (physics) the characteristic of quarks that determines their role in the strong interaction the appearance of objects (or light sources) described in terms of a person's perception of their hue and lightness (or brightness) and saturation add color to affect as in thought or feeling modify or bias decorate with colors give a deceptive explanation or excuse for change color, often in an undesired manner
medium for communication an electronic receiver that detects and demodulates and amplifies transmitted signals a communication system based on broadcasting electromagnetic waves transmit messages via radio waves indicating radiation or radioactivity
a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances; frequently (but not necessarily) a liquid solution a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem a method for solving a problem the set of values that give a true statement when substituted into an equation the successful action of solving a problem
someone who believes in the existence of realities beyond human comprehension having an import not apparent to the senses nor obvious to the intelligence; beyond ordinary understanding relating to or resembling mysticism relating to or characteristic of mysticism
used especially of drugs or muscles that work together so the total effect is greater than the sum of the two (or more) of or relating to the theological doctrine of synergism working together; used especially of groups, as subsidiaries of a corporation, cooperating for an enhanced effect
the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on the loose soft material that makes up a large part of the land surface the solid part of the earth's surface the abode of mortals (as contrasted with Heaven or Hell) once thought to be one of four elements composing the universe (Empedocles) the concerns of this life as distinguished from heaven and the afterlife a connection between an electrical device and a large conducting body, such as the earth (which is taken to be at zero voltage) hide in the earth like a hunted animal connect to the earth
a shape that sags droop, sink, or settle from or as if from pressure or loss of tautness cause to sag
a program that is broadcast again broadcast again, as of a film rerun a performance of a play, for example run again for office cause to perform again
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a feeling of profound love and admiration the act of admiring strongly the worship given to God alone
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feeling a need to see others suffer malevolence by virtue of being malicious or spiteful or nasty hurt the feelings of
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the general state of things; the combination of circumstances at a given time a condition or position in which you find yourself a complex or critical or unusual difficulty physical position in relation to the surroundings a job in an organization
a narrow strip of land that juts out into the sea a clear liquid secreted into the mouth by the salivary glands and mucous glands of the mouth; moistens the mouth and starts the digestion of starches a skewer for holding meat over a fire the act of spitting (forcefully expelling saliva) expel or eject (saliva or phlegm or sputum) from the mouth utter with anger or contempt rain gently drive a skewer through
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of or relating to the practice of pathology caused by or evidencing a mentally disturbed condition caused by or altered by or manifesting disease or pathology
in a studious manner
strong feelings of dislike fill with distaste cause aversion in; offend the moral sense of
the supernatural being conceived as the perfect and omnipotent and omniscient originator and ruler of the universe; the object of worship in monotheistic religions any supernatural being worshipped as controlling some part of the world or some aspect of life or who is the personification of a force a man of such superior qualities that he seems like a deity to other people a material effigy that is worshipped
English physicist who studied electromagnetic radiation and was a pioneer of radiotelegraphy (1851-1940) a formal association of people with similar interests small house at the entrance to the grounds of a country mansion; usually occupied by a gatekeeper or gardener a small (rustic) house used as a temporary shelter any of various Native American dwellings a hotel providing overnight lodging for travelers be a lodger; stay temporarily put, fix, force, or implant file a formal charge against provide housing for
either of two parallels of latitude about 23.5 degrees to the north and south of the equator representing the points farthest north and south at which the sun can shine directly overhead and constituting the boundaries of the Torrid Zone or tropics relating to or situated in or characteristic of the tropics (the region on either side of the equator) of weather or climate; hot and humid as in the tropics
the quality of being slow to understand the quality of lacking interestingness a lack of visual brightness lack of sensibility without sharpness or clearness of edge or point
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get temporarily take up and practice as one's own
(chemistry) a substance consisting of two or more substances mixed together (not in fixed proportions and not with chemical bonding) any foodstuff made by combining different ingredients a collection containing a variety of sorts of things an event that combines things in a mixture the act of mixing together
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find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws act as a critic
United States writer remembered for his novels (1904-1979) United States operatic soprano noted for the clarity and power of her voice (1920-2002)
a wild or unrefined state an impolite manner that is vulgar and lacking tact or refinement
a small portable timepiece a period of time (4 or 2 hours) during which some of a ship's crew are on duty a purposeful surveillance to guard or observe the period during which someone (especially a guard) is on duty a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event the rite of staying awake for devotional purposes (especially on the eve of a religious festival) look attentively follow with the eyes or the mind see or watch observe with attention be vigilant, be on the lookout or be careful observe or determine by looking find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort
a substance that is fluid at room temperature and pressure continuous amorphous matter that tends to flow and to conform to the outline of its container: a liquid or a gas subject to change; variable characteristic of a fluid; capable of flowing and easily changing shape smooth and unconstrained in movement in cash or easily convertible to cash affording change (especially in social status)
one (as a judge) who examines and settles a case one who tries
relaxed and leisurely; without hurry or haste capable of accepting delay with equanimity
a carnival performer who does disgusting acts a person with an unusual or odd personality
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the social event at which the ceremony of marriage is performed the act of marrying; the nuptial ceremony a party of people at a wedding take in marriage perform a marriage ceremony
a written document describing the findings of some individual or group the act of informing by verbal report a short account of the news a sharp explosive sound (especially the sound of a gun firing) a written evaluation of a student's scholarship and deportment an essay (especially one written as an assignment) the general estimation that the public has for a person to give an account or representation of in words announce as the result of an investigation or experience or finding announce one's presence make known to the authorities be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism complain about; make a charge against
the sound of knocking (as on a door or in an engine or bearing) negative criticism a vigorous blow a bad experience the act of hitting vigorously deliver a sharp blow or push :"He knocked the glass clear across the room" rap with the knuckles knock against with force or violence make light, repeated taps on a surface sound like a car engine that is firing too early find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws
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get undressed remove (someone's or one's own) clothes of lumber or stone or hides; not finished or dressed having removed clothing
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a constitutional monarchy in western Europe on the North Sea; half the country lies below sea level
a bottomless gulf or pit; any unfathomable (or apparently unfathomable) cavity or chasm or void extending below (often used figuratively) make amends for
several beads threaded together on a string a small ball with a hole through the middle a shape that is spherical and small a beaded molding for edging or decorating furniture form into beads, as of water or sweat, for example decorate by sewing beads onto string together like beads
overcome bear too much contract the abdominal muscles during childbirth to ease delivery expecting unquestioning obedience having or showing arrogant superiority to and disdain of those one views as unworthy
speech you make to yourself a (usually long) dramatic speech intended to give the illusion of unspoken reflections
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the middle of the day
startle with amazement or fear hesitate when confronted with a problem, or when in doubt or fear overcome with amazement
insanely irresponsible incongruous; inviting ridicule having a mental age of three to seven years
be foolish or senile due to old age shower with love; show excessive affection for scatter or intersperse like dots or studs distribute loosely make a dot or dots mark with a dot extravagantly or foolishly loving and indulgent
a viscous liquid with strong oxidizing properties; a powerful bleaching agent; also used (in aqueous solutions) as a mild disinfectant and (in strong concentrations) as an oxidant in rocket fuels an inorganic compound containing the divalent ion -O-O- bleach with peroxide
two times to double the degree
start abruptly erupt or intensify suddenly start to burn or burst into flames break out become active and spew forth lava and rocks force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up appear on the skin become raw or open
the act of firing a projectile a solid missile discharged from a firearm (sports) the act of swinging or striking at a ball with a club or racket or bat or cue or hand a chance to do something a person who shoots (usually with respect to their ability to shoot) a consecutive series of pictures that constitutes a unit of action in a film the act of putting a liquid into the body by means of a syringe a small drink of liquor an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect an estimate based on little or no information an informal photograph; usually made with a small hand-held camera sports equipment consisting of a heavy metal ball used in the shot put an explosive charge used in blasting a blow hard enough to cause injury an attempt to score in a game informal words for any attempt or effort the launching of a missile or spacecraft to a specified destination
the act of drilling the act of drilling a hole in the earth in the hope of producing petroleum cause to be bored make a hole, especially with a pointed power or hand tool so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness
a state of violent disturbance and disorder (as in politics or social conditions generally) a violent disturbance (geology) a rise of land to a higher elevation (as in the process of mountain building) disturbance usually in protest
an irrecoverable state of devastation and destruction a ruined building the process of becoming dilapidated an event that results in destruction failure that results in a loss of position or reputation destruction achieved by causing something to be wrecked or ruined destroy completely; damage irreparably destroy or cause to fail reduce to bankruptcy reduce to ruins deprive of virginity fall into ruin
mark as different detect with the senses be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense make conspicuous or noteworthy identify as in botany or biology, for example
the combination of two or more commercial companies an occurrence that involves the production of a union
representing the perfect example of a class or quality
remorse for your past conduct a Catholic sacrament; repentance and confession and atonement and absolution voluntary self-punishment in order to atone for some wrongdoing
strike, usually with the fist
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a soldier in a Scottish regiment from the Highlands a native of the Highlands of Scotland used of high or hilly country
a swollen bruise caused by a blow to the eye something that shines (with emitted or reflected light) important food fish of the northern Atlantic and Mediterranean; its body is greenish-blue with dark bars and small if any scales any of numerous small silvery North American cyprinid fishes especially of the genus Notropis
the decade from 1960 to 1969
possessing material wealth having an abundant supply of desirable qualities or substances (especially natural resources) of great worth or quality marked by great fruitfulness strong; intense very productive high in mineral content; having a high proportion of fuel to air suggestive of or characterized by great expense containing plenty of fat, or eggs, or sugar marked by richness and fullness of flavor pleasantly full and mellow affording an abundant supply
elude, especially in a baffling way stand up or offer resistance to somebody or something express opposition through action or words withstand the force of something resist immunologically the introduction of some foreign tissue or organ refuse to comply
affected with madness or insanity
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a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep a plot of ground in which plants are growing a depression forming the ground under a body of water (geology) a stratum of rock (especially sedimentary rock) a stratum of ore or coal thick enough to be mined with profit single thickness of usually some homogeneous substance the flat surface of a printing press on which the type form is laid in the last stage of producing a newspaper or magazine or book etc. a foundation of earth or rock supporting a road or railroad track furnish with a bed place (plants) in a prepared bed of soil put to bed have sexual intercourse with prepare for sleep
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corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality make illegal payments to in exchange for favors or influence place under suspicion or cast doubt upon alter from the original lacking in integrity not straight; dishonest or immoral or evasive containing errors or alterations touched by rot or decay
move deeply change the arrangement or position of tamper with destroy the peace or tranquility of damage as if by shaking or jarring causing distress or worry or anxiety
noteworthy scarcity a rarified quality something unusual -- perhaps worthy of collecting
an object or statement produced before a court of law and referred to while giving evidence something shown to the public show an attribute, property, knowledge, or skill to show, make visible or apparent give an exhibition of to an interested audience walk ostentatiously
a mound of earth made by moles while burrowing
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elegance by virtue of fineness of manner and expression
a process in which a substance reacts with oxygen to give heat and light a state of violent disturbance and excitement the act of burning something
capability to perform or produce the susceptibility of something to a particular treatment the amount that can be contained the maximum production possible a specified function (computer science) the amount of information (in bytes) that can be stored on a disk drive an electrical phenomenon whereby an electric charge is stored the power to learn or retain knowledge; in law, the ability to understand the facts and significance of your behavior tolerance for alcohol
in an immaculate manner
something that seduces or has the quality to seduce the desire to have or do something that you know you should avoid the act of influencing by exciting hope or desire
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seemingly without interruption
the mother of your father or mother
water soaked soil; soft wet earth slanderous remarks or charges soil with mud, muck, or mire plaster with mud
the quantity that can be held in a mug a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of the human face (`kisser' and `smiler' and `mug' are informal terms for `face' and `phiz' is British) with handle and usually cylindrical rob at gunpoint or with the threat of violence
in a misleading way
characterized by obscenity soiled with dirt or soot
any of the terminal members of the hand (sometimes excepting the thumb) the length of breadth of a finger used as a linear measure one of the parts of a glove that provides covering for a finger or thumb feel or handle with the fingers examine by touch search for on the computer indicate the fingering for the playing of musical scores for keyboard instruments
with hope; in a hopeful manner it is hoped
of China informal terms for a mother secrecy failing to speak or communicate etc when expected to
ideas or actions intended to deal with a problem or situation the act of drawing spatially closer to something a way of entering or leaving the final path followed by an aircraft as it is landing the event of one object coming closer to another a tentative suggestion designed to elicit the reactions of others the temporal property of becoming nearer in time a close approximation a relatively short golf shot intended to put the ball onto the putting green move towards come near or verge on, resemble, come nearer in quality, or character begin to deal with come near in time make advances to someone, usually with a proposal or suggestion
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the act of discovering something something that is discovered a productive insight (law) compulsory pretrial disclosure of documents relevant to a case; enables one side in a litigation to elicit information from the other side concerning the facts in the case
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dancing in which the steps are more important than gestures or postures walk dance in a professional capacity
disorder resulting from a failure to behave predictably a mental state characterized by a lack of clear and orderly thought and behavior a feeling of embarrassment that leaves you confused an act causing a disorderly combination of elements with identities lost and distinctions blended a mistake that results from taking one thing to be another
a new personification of a familiar idea (Christianity) the Christian doctrine of the union of God and man in the person of Jesus Christ time passed in a particular bodily form the act of attributing human characteristics to abstract ideas etc.
wanting in physical strength overly diluted; thin and insipid (used of vowels or syllables) pronounced with little or no stress wanting in moral strength, courage, or will; having the attributes of man as opposed to e.g. divine beings tending downward in price deficient or lacking in some skill lacking bodily or muscular strength or vitality (used of verbs) having standard (or regular) inflection not having authority, political strength, or governing power deficient in magnitude; barely perceptible; lacking clarity or brightness or loudness etc likely to fail under stress or pressure deficient in intelligence or mental power
despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession) by contrast; on the other hand; the second, however, took hours" to whatever degree or extent in whatever way or manner
a person who exercises control over workers a person responsible for hiring workers a person who exercises control and makes decisions a leader in a political party who controls votes and dictates appointments a circular rounded projection or protuberance wild and domestic cattle; in some classifications placed in the subfamily Bovinae or tribe Bovini raise in a relief exceptionally good
a situation resembling a terrifying dream a terrifying or deeply upsetting dream
a condensed but memorable saying embodying some important fact of experience that is taken as true by many people
in_an_arch_manner; with playful slyness or roguishness
a message that seems to convey no meaning
complete and wholehearted fidelity a ceremony in which something (as a building) is dedicated to some goal or purpose a message that makes a pledge a short message (as in a book or musical work or on a photograph) dedicating it to someone or something the act of binding yourself (intellectually or emotionally) to a course of action
information about recent and important events information reported in a newspaper or news magazine a program devoted to current events, often using interviews and commentary informal information of any kind that is not previously known to someone the quality of being sufficiently interesting to be reported in news bulletins
the time and process of budding and unfolding of blossoms a developmental process produce or yield flowers having a flower or bloom
hybrid offspring of a male donkey and a female horse; usually sterile a slipper that has no fitting around the heel
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to make better get better
deal with (something unpleasant) head on oppose, as in hostility or a competition be oriented in a certain direction, often with respect to another reference point; be opposite to be opposite turn so as to face; turn the face in a certain direction present somebody with something, usually to accuse or criticize turn so as to expose the face line the edge (of a garment) with a different material cover the front or surface of having a face or facing especially of a specified kind or number; often used in combination
a city in northeastern Texas (suburb of Dallas)
shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage use tariffs to favor domestic industry
the basic rhythmic unit in a piece of music recurring at regular intervals an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs the arrangement of spoken words alternating stressed and unstressed elements natural family planning in which ovulation is assumed to occur 14 days before the onset of a period (the fertile period would be assumed to extend from day 10 through day 18 of her cycle)
a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention an imperfection in an object or machine the quality of being inadequate or falling short of perfection (geology) a crack in the earth's crust resulting from the displacement of one side with respect to the other (electronics) equipment failure attributable to some defect in a circuit (loose connection or insulation failure or short circuit etc.) responsibility for a bad situation or event (sports) a serve that is illegal (e.g., that lands outside the prescribed area) put or pin the blame on
with respect to biology
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an edible jelly (sweet or pungent) made with gelatin and used as a dessert or salad base or a coating for foods a preserve made of the jelled juice of fruit any substance having the consistency of jelly or gelatin make into jelly
sexually exciting or gratifying characterized by oppressive heat and humidity
a distinct feature or element in a problem a smooth surface (as of a bone or cut gemstone)
a person who participates in or is skilled at some game someone who plays a musical instrument (as a profession) a theatrical performer a person who pursues a number of different social and sexual partners simultaneously an important participant (as in a business deal)
make or form a layer with one layer on top of another
a contest with rules to determine a winner a single play of a sport or other contest an amusement or pastime animal hunted for food or sport (tennis) a division of play during which one player serves (games) the score at a particular point or the score needed to win the flesh of wild animals that is used for food a secret scheme to do something (especially something underhand or illegal) the game equipment needed in order to play a particular game your occupation or line of work frivolous or trifling behavior place a bet on
to a moderate degree in a gentle manner
feelings of excessive pride an elaborate poetic image or a far-fetched comparison of very dissimilar things a witty or ingenious turn of phrase an artistic device or effect the trait of being unduly vain and conceited; false pride
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear the feelings expressed on a person's face the general outward appearance of something the striking or working surface of an implement a part of a person that is used to refer to a person a surface forming part of the outside of an object the part of an animal corresponding to the human face the side upon which the use of a thing depends (usually the most prominent surface of an object) a contorted facial expression a specific size and style of type within a type family status in the eyes of others impudent aggressiveness a vertical surface of a building or cliff deal with (something unpleasant) head on oppose, as in hostility or a competition be oriented in a certain direction, often with respect to another reference point; be opposite to be opposite turn so as to face; turn the face in a certain direction present somebody with something, usually to accuse or criticize turn so as to expose the face line the edge (of a garment) with a different material cover the front or surface of
direct or control; projects, businesses, etc. perform as expected when applied handle and cause to function perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense happen keep engaged perform surgery on involved in a kind of operation being in effect or operation
amounts paid for goods and services that may be currently tax deductible (as opposed to capital expenditures) a detriment or sacrifice money spent to perform work and usually reimbursed by an employer reduce the estimated value of something
a wild and exciting undertaking (not necessarily lawful) any carefree episode
the ball-shaped capsule containing the vertebrate eye look at
United States architect known for his steel framed skyscrapers and for coining the phrase `form follows function' (1856-1924) United States psychiatrist (1892-1949) United States host on a well known television variety show (1902-1974) United States educator who was the teacher and lifelong companion of Helen Keller (1866-1936) English composer of operettas who collaborated with the librettist William Gilbert (1842-1900)
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maintain with or as if with a bet stake on the outcome of an issue have faith or confidence in preoccupied with the pursuit of pleasure and especially games of chance
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empty rhetoric or insincere or exaggerated talk a genre of popular music that originated in New Orleans around 1900 and developed through increasingly complex styles a style of dance music popular in the 1920s; similar to New Orleans jazz but played by large bands play something in the style of jazz have sexual intercourse with
the Tibeto-Burman language spoken in the Thailand and Burmese borderlands
not to be accounted for or explained free from control or responsibility
effusively or insincerely emotional
majestic in manner or bearing; superior to mundane matters having or displaying great dignity or nobility belonging to or befitting a supreme ruler
in a harsh and grating manner
something (as property) held by one party (the trustee) for the benefit of another (the beneficiary) certainty based on past experience the trait of believing in the honesty and reliability of others a consortium of independent organizations formed to limit competition by controlling the production and distribution of a product or service complete confidence in a person or plan etc a trustful relationship have confidence or faith in allow without fear be confident about something expect and wish confer a trust upon extend credit to; I won't pay her debts anymore"
German Nazi dictator during World War II (1889-1945)
arousing or provoking laughter
a set of rules or principles or laws (especially written ones) a coding system used for transmitting messages requiring brevity or secrecy (computer science) the symbolic arrangement of data or instructions in a computer program or the set of such instructions attach a code to convert ordinary language into code
a room (as in a residence) containing a bathtub or shower and usually a washbasin and toilet a room or building equipped with one or more toilets
(Old Testament) Moses' successor who led the Israelites into the Promised Land; best remembered for his destruction of Jericho a book in the Old Testament describing how Joshua led the Israelites into Canaan (the Promised Land) after the death of Moses
speak impudently to
a strong line street names for flunitrazepan catch with a lasso fasten with a rope
the act of pausing uncertainly be unsure or weak move hesitatingly, as if about to give way walk unsteadily speak haltingly unsteady in speech or action
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the way two individuals relate to each other a pseudoscientific forerunner of chemistry in medieval times
have the quality of being; (copula, used with an adjective or a predicate noun) be identical to; be someone or something occupy a certain position or area; be somewhere have an existence, be extant happen, occur, take place; this was during the visit to my parents' house" be identical or equivalent to form or compose work in a specific place, with a specific subject, or in a specific function represent, as of a character on stage spend or use time have life, be alive to remain unmolested, undisturbed, or uninterrupted -- used only in infinitive form be priced at
with rapid movements with little or no delay without taking pains
a submersible warship usually armed with torpedoes a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condiments); different names are used in different sections of the United States move forward or under in a sliding motion throw with an underhand motion bring down with a blow to the legs control a submarine attack by submarine beneath the surface of the sea
a general name for alcoholic beverages made by fermenting a cereal (or mixture of cereals) flavored with hops
process or result of distributing or extending over a wide expanse of space a conspicuous disparity or difference as between two figures farm consisting of a large tract of land along with facilities needed to raise livestock (especially cattle) a haphazard distribution in all directions a tasty mixture to be spread on bread or crackers or used in preparing other dishes a meal that is well prepared and greatly enjoyed two facing pages of a book or other publication the expansion of a person's girth (especially at middle age) decorative cover for a bed act of extending over a wider scope or expanse of space or time distribute or disperse widely become distributed or widespread spread across or over spread out or open from a closed or folded state cause to become widely known become widely known and passed on strew or distribute over an area move outward cover by spreading something over distribute over a surface in a layer distributed or spread over a considerable extent prepared or arranged for a meal; especially having food set out fully extended in width
the act of participating in the celebration of the Eucharist sharing thoughts and feelings (Christianity) a group of Christians with a common religious faith who practice the same rites
the noise of something spattering or sputtering explosively a small quantity of something moist or liquid cause or allow (a liquid substance) to run or flow from a container dash a liquid upon or against
regard something as probable or likely consider obligatory; request and expect look forward to the probable occurrence of consider reasonable or due look forward to the birth of a child be pregnant with considered likely or probable to happen or arrive
a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war an animal that is confined a person held in the grip of a strong emotion or passion
the wetness of ground that is covered or soaked with water a lack of order and tidiness; not cared for the quality of not being careful or taking pains falsely emotional in a maudlin way
a juvenile between the onset of puberty and maturity
having an (over)abundance of flesh having a relatively large diameter containing or composed of fat lucrative marked by great fruitfulness
move along rapidly and lightly; skim or dart disappear gradually lasting for a markedly brief time
a mechanical device that prevents a vessel from moving a central cohesive source of support and stability a television reporter who coordinates a broadcast to which several correspondents contribute fix firmly and stably secure a vessel with an anchor
a substance that is used as a medicine or narcotic administer a drug to use recreational drugs
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and three (genetics) abnormal complement of three X chromosomes in a female being ten more than twenty
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the skilled practice of a practical occupation a vehicle designed for navigation in or on water or air or through outer space people who perform a particular kind of skilled work skill in an occupation or trade shrewdness as demonstrated by being skilled in deception make by hand and with much skill
a drawback or difficulty that is not readily evident the quantity that was caught a person regarded as a good matrimonial prospect anything that is caught (especially if it is worth catching) a break or check in the voice (usually a sign of strong emotion) a restraint that checks the motion of something a fastener that fastens or locks a door or window a cooperative game in which a ball is passed back and forth the act of catching an object with the hands the act of apprehending (especially apprehending a criminal) discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state perceive with the senses quickly, suddenly, or momentarily reach with a blow or hit in a particular spot take hold of so as to seize or restrain or stop the motion of succeed in catching or seizing, especially after a chase to hook or entangle attract and fix capture as if by hunting, snaring, or trapping reach in time get or regain something necessary, usually quickly or briefly catch up with and possibly overtake be struck or affected by check oneself during an action hear, usually without the knowledge of the speakers see or watch cause to become accidentally or suddenly caught, ensnared, or entangled detect a blunder or misstep grasp with the mind or develop an understanding of contract start burning perceive by hearing suffer from the receipt of attract; cause to be enamored apprehend and reproduce accurately take in and retain spread or be communicated be the catcher become aware of delay or hold up; prevent from proceeding on schedule or as planned
not in physical motion marked by absence of sound (of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves used of pictures; of a single or static photograph not presented so as to create the illusion of motion; or representing objects not capable of motion not sparkling free from noticeable current
a vowellike sound that serves as a consonant the act of moving smoothly along a surface while remaining in contact with it the activity of flying a glider move smoothly and effortlessly fly in or as if in a glider plane cause to move or pass silently, smoothly, or imperceptibly
become impregnated with calcium salts become inflexible and unchanging turn into lime; become calcified convert into lime
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a concluding action operated by a mechanism
fearful expectation or anticipation the cognitive condition of someone who understands painful expectation the act of apprehending (especially apprehending a criminal)
the central region of a country or continent; especially a region that is important to a country or to a culture
a thin crisp wafer made of flour and water with or without leavening and shortening; unsweetened or semisweet a poor White person in the southern United States a programmer who cracks (gains unauthorized access to) computers, typically to do malicious things firework consisting of a small explosive charge and fuse in a heavy paper casing a party favor consisting of a paper roll (usually containing candy or a small favor) that pops when pulled at both ends
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a common nonmetallic element that is normally a colorless odorless tasteless inert diatomic gas; constitutes 78 percent of the atmosphere by volume; a constituent of all living tissues the cardinal compass point that is at 0 or 360 degrees a unit of force equal to the force that imparts an acceleration of 1 m/sec/sec to a mass of 1 kilogram; equal to 100,000 dynes (of a solution) concentration expressed in gram equivalents of solute per liter the 14th letter of the Roman alphabet
of less size or importance smaller in size or amount or value (comparative of `little' usually used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning not as great in amount or degree (usually preceded by `no') lower in quality (nonstandard in some uses but often idiomatic with measure phrases) fewer
displeasing to the senses inclined to anger or bad feelings with overtones of menace morally reprehensible provoking horror
a person whose occupation is teaching a personified abstraction that teaches
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fastener consisting of a narrow strip of welded metal used to join steel members the kind of playing that involves pressing the fingers on the strings of a stringed instrument to control the pitch come to a halt, stop moving put an end to a state or an activity stop from happening or developing interrupt a trip cause to stop prevent completion hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of seize on its way have an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical render unsuitable for passage stop and wait, as if awaiting further instructions or developments
put down by force or intimidation make subservient; force to submit or subdue
become fractured; break or crack on the surface only make a very sharp explosive sound make a sharp sound hit forcefully; deal a hard blow, making a cracking noise pass through (a barrier) break partially but keep its integrity break suddenly and abruptly, as under tension gain unauthorized access computers with malicious intentions suffer a nervous breakdown tell spontaneously cause to become cracked reduce (petroleum) to a simpler compound by cracking break into simpler molecules by means of heat used of skin roughened as a result of cold or exposure of paint or varnish; having the appearance of alligator hide informal or slang terms for mentally irregular
in a contagious manner
an earnest and sincere feeling the quality of being open and truthful; not deceitful or hypocritical a quality of naturalness and simplicity the trait of being serious
a distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant have an element suggestive (of something) smell badly and offensively be wet with sweat or blood, as of one's face give off smoke, fumes, warm vapour, steam, etc.
serving or tending to provoke, excite, or stimulate; stimulating discussion or exciting controversy exciting sexual desire
small balls or strips of boiled or steamed dough small balls or strips of boiled or steamed dough dessert made by baking fruit wrapped in pastry
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someone given to teasing (as by mocking or stirring curiosity) a seductive woman who uses her sex appeal to exploit men the act of harassing someone playfully or maliciously (especially by ridicule); provoking someone with persistent annoyances annoy persistently harass with persistent criticism or carping to arouse hope, desire, or curiosity without satisfying them tear into pieces raise the nap of (fabrics) disentangle and raise the fibers of separate the fibers of mock or make fun of playfully ruffle (one's hair) by combing the ends towards the scalp, for a full effect
a disposition to remain inactive or inert (physics) the tendency of a body to maintain its state of rest or uniform motion unless acted upon by an external force
a frequently visited place follow stealthily or recur constantly and spontaneously to haunt like a ghost; pursue be a regular or frequent visitor to a certain place
the accumulation of knowledge or skill that results from direct participation in events or activities the content of direct observation or participation in an event an event as apprehended go or live through have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations go through (mental or physical states or experiences) undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind undergo
the act of branching out or dividing into branches a part of a forked or branching shape a development that complicates a situation an arrangement of branching parts
brightness enough to blind partially and temporarily to cause someone to lose clear vision, especially from intense light amaze or bewilder, as with brilliant wit or intellect or skill
be heavier than weigh more heavily
the branch of medical science that studies the causes and nature and effects of diseases any deviation from a healthy or normal condition
someone who stands in front of a show (as at a carnival) and gives a loud colorful sales talk to potential customers informal terms for dogs
a local and habitual twitching especially in the face
the trait of condescending to those of lower social status
(music) brilliance of display (as in the performance of music) the craft of making fireworks (usually plural) a device with an explosive that burns at a low rate and with colored flames; can be used to illuminate areas or send signals etc.
(Greek mythology) winged goddess of victory; identified with Roman Victoria
make a proposal, declare a plan for something drop a hint; intimate by a hint imply as a possibility suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine call to mind
the abode of a hermit
an injury to living tissue (especially an injury involving a cut or break in the skin) a casualty to military personnel resulting from combat a figurative injury (to your feelings or pride) the act of inflicting a wound cause injuries or bodily harm to hurt the feelings of to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course extend in curves and turns arrange or or coil around catch the scent of; get wind of coil the spring of (some mechanical device) by turning a stem form into a wreath raise or haul up with or as if with mechanical help put in a coil
concluding state of pregnancy; from the onset of contractions to the birth of a child use of physical or mental energy; hard work work hard
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a conceptual whole made up of complicated and related parts a compound described in terms of the central atom to which other atoms are bound or coordinated (psychoanalysis) a combination of emotions and impulses that have been rejected from awareness but still influence a person's behavior a whole structure (as a building) made up of interconnected or related structures complicated in structure; consisting of interconnected parts
conceive beforehand (of an idea or opinion) formed beforehand; especially without evidence or through prejudice
a trite or obvious remark
place side by side
(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many considered individually distinct and individual
performance of moral or religious acts a legal document signed and sealed and delivered to effect a transfer of property and to show the legal right to possess it something that people do or cause to happen
vigorously passionate endowed with or exhibiting great bodily or mental health
a young person (especially a young man or boy) young people collectively the time of life between childhood and maturity early maturity; the state of being young or immature or inexperienced an early period of development the freshness and vitality characteristic of a young person
man-made equipment that orbits around the earth or the moon a person who follows or serves another any celestial body orbiting around a planet or star broadcast or disseminate via satellite surrounding and dominated by a central authority or power
a long wooden bench with a back settle into a position, usually on a surface or ground bring to an end; settle conclusively settle conclusively; come to terms take up residence and become established come to terms go under, "The raft sank and its occupants drowned" become settled or established and stable in one's residence or life style become resolved, fixed, established, or quiet establish or develop as a residence come to rest arrange or fix in the desired order accept despite lack of complete satisfaction end a legal dispute by arriving at a settlement dispose of; make a financial settlement become clear by the sinking of particles cause to become clear by forming a sediment (of liquids) sink down or precipitate fix firmly get one's revenge for a wrong or an injury make final; put the last touches on; put into final form form a community come as if by falling
the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit
the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people (physics) the six kinds of quarks the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth lend flavor to
incapable of being put up with
a native or resident of Wales a Celtic language of Wales a breed of dual-purpose cattle developed in Wales cheat by avoiding payment of a gambling debt of or relating to or characteristic of Wales or its people or their language
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a vivid mental image the ability to see; the visual faculty the perceptual experience of seeing the formation of a mental image of something that is not perceived as real and is not present to the senses a religious or mystical experience of a supernatural appearance
a Berber living in northern Morocco a jazz ostinato; usually provides a background for a solo improvisation look through a book or other written material play riffs
someone who is unimportant but cheeky and presumptuous
an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story) a characteristic property that defines the apparent individual nature of something the inherent complex of attributes that determines a persons moral and ethical actions and reactions an actor's portrayal of someone in a play a person of a specified kind (usually with many eccentricities) good repute a formal recommendation by a former employer to a potential future employer describing the person's qualifications and dependability a written symbol that is used to represent speech (genetics) an attribute (structural or functional) that is determined by a gene or group of genes engrave or inscribe characters on
the internal mechanism of a device a mine or quarry that is being or has been worked a mine or quarry that is being or has been worked exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity be employed have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected perform as expected when applied shape, form, or improve a material give a workout to proceed along a path operate in a certain place, area, or specialty proceed towards a goal or along a path or through an activity move in an agitated manner cause to happen or to occur as a consequence cause to work prepare for crops behave in a certain way when handled have and exert influence or effect operate in or through cause to operate or function provoke or excite gratify and charm, usually in order to influence make something, usually for a specific function move into or onto make uniform use or manipulate to one's advantage find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of cause to undergo fermentation go sour or spoil arrive at a certain condition through repeated motion
the primary form of an adjective or adverb; denotes a quality without qualification, comparison, or relation to increase or diminution a film showing a photographic image whose tones correspond to those of the original subject
United States prizefighter who was world heavyweight champion (born in 1966)
be emphatic or resolute and refuse to budge beg persistently and urgently assert to be true
loose soil rich in organic matter the distinctive form in which a thing is made the process of becoming mildewed a fungus that produces a superficial growth on various kinds of damp or decaying organic matter a dish or dessert that is formed in or on a mold a distinctive nature, character, or type sculpture produced by molding container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens form in clay, wax, etc form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold make something, usually for a specific function
an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs a series of poems or songs on the same theme a periodically repeated sequence of events the unit of frequency; one hertz has a periodic interval of one second a single complete execution of a periodically repeated phenomenon a wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals cause to go through a recurring sequence pass through a cycle ride a motorcycle ride a bicycle recur in repeating sequences
repair by sewing expletives used informally as intensifiers
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a narrow strait connecting two bodies of water make or become more narrow or restricted define clearly become more focus on an area of activity or field of study become tight or as if tight not wide limited in size or scope lacking tolerance or flexibility or breadth of view very limited in degree characterized by painstaking care and detailed examination
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have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill have ownership or possession of enter into and control, as of emotions or ideas influenced or controlled by a powerful force such as a strong emotion frenzied as if possessed by a demon
an occurrence that involves the production of a union the state of being combined into one body the merging of adjacent sounds or syllables or words a nuclear reaction in which nuclei combine to form more massive nuclei with the simultaneous release of energy the combining of images from the two eyes to form a single visual percept correction of an unstable part of the spine by joining two or more vertebrae; usually done surgically but sometimes done by traction or immobilization the act of fusing (or melting) together
a large body of water constituting a principal part of the hydrosphere anything apparently limitless in quantity or volume
showing warm and heartfelt friendliness providing abundant nourishment endowed with or exhibiting great bodily or mental health consuming abundantly and with gusto without reservation
a brass instrument consisting of a long tube whose length can be varied by a U-shaped slide
highest in quality relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind of major significance or importance remarkable or out of the ordinary in degree or magnitude or effect very good uppercase in an advanced stage of pregnancy
(followed by `of') lacking capacity or ability not being susceptible to or admitting of something (usually followed by `of') (followed by `of') not having the temperament or inclination for not meeting requirements
a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother) a stringy slimy substance consisting of yeast cells and bacteria; forms during fermentation and is added to cider or wine to produce vinegar a term of address for an elderly woman a term of address for a mother superior a condition that is the inspiration for an activity or situation care for like a mother make children
fear resulting from the awareness of danger a device that signals the occurrence of some undesirable event an automatic signal (usually a sound) warning of danger a clock that wakes a sleeper at some preset time fill with apprehension or alarm; cause to be unpleasantly surprised warn or arouse to a sense of danger or call to a state of preparedness
a form of whist in which players avoid winning tricks containing hearts or the queen of spades the locus of feelings and intuitions the hollow muscular organ located behind the sternum and between the lungs; its rhythmic contractions move the blood through the body the courage to carry on an area that is approximately central within some larger region the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience an inclination or tendency of a certain kind a plane figure with rounded sides curving inward at the top and intersecting at the bottom; conventionally used on playing cards and valentines a firm rather dry variety meat (usually beef or veal) a positive feeling of liking a playing card in the major suit that has one or more red hearts on it
a state in the southeastern United States on the Gulf of Mexico; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War a member of the Muskhogean people formerly living in what is now the state of Alabama a river in Alabama formed by the confluence of the Coosa and Tallapoosa Rivers near Montgomery; flows southwestward to become a tributary of the Mobile River the Muskhogean language of the Alabama
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a temporary police force have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill have ownership or possession of enter into and control, as of emotions or ideas
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a worker who finds employment only in certain seasons occurring at or dependent on a particular season
an association of sports teams that organizes matches for its members an association of states or organizations or individuals for common action an obsolete unit of distance of variable length (usually 3 miles) unite to form a league
a distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant have an element suggestive (of something) smell badly and offensively be wet with sweat or blood, as of one's face give off smoke, fumes, warm vapour, steam, etc.
cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of overcome or allay make peace with
the state of being unemployed or not having a job
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constitution of the human body alternative names for the body of a human being
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a wooden pin pushed or driven into a surface small markers inserted into a surface to mark scores or define locations etc. informal terms for the leg a prosthesis that replaces a missing leg regulator that can be turned to regulate the pitch of the strings of a stringed instrument a holder attached to the gunwale of a boat that holds the oar in place and acts as a fulcrum for rowing succeed in obtaining a position pierce with a wooden pin or knock or thrust a wooden pin into fasten or secure with a wooden pin stabilize (the price of a commodity or an exchange rate) by legislation or market operations
the taste experience when vinegar or lemon juice is taken into the mouth the property of being acidic a sullen moody resentful disposition
make a proposal, declare a plan for something present for consideration, examination, criticism, etc. propose or intend put forward; nominate for appointment to an office or for an honor or position ask (someone) to marry you
a judge who assigns grades to something
annoy persistently tap a telephone or telegraph wire to get information having hidden electronic eavesdropping devices
the thick short innermost digit of the forelimb the part of a glove that provides a covering for the thumb a convex molding having a cross section in the form of a quarter of a circle or of an ellipse travel by getting free rides from motorists look through a book or other written material feel or handle with the fingers
property or goods saved from damage or destruction the act of saving goods or property that were in danger of damage or destruction the act of rescuing a ship or its crew or its cargo from a shipwreck or a fire save from ruin, destruction, or harm collect discarded or refused material
United States mythologist (1904-1987)
move away from a place into another direction be at variance with; be out of line with leave go away or leave remove oneself from an association with or participation in wander from a direct or straight course
in a strenuous manner; strongly or vigorously
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moral weakness a specific form of evildoing
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being of the age 13 through 19
a collection of things (goods or works of art etc.) for public display
an occurrence of something an item of information that is typical of a class or group clarify by giving an example of
wood of any of various cherry trees especially the black cherry any of numerous trees and shrubs producing a small fleshy round fruit with a single hard stone; many also produce a valuable hardwood a red fruit with a single hard stone a red the color of ripe cherries of a color at the end of the color spectrum (next to orange); resembling the color of blood or cherries or tomatoes or rubies
indiscriminate slaughter
to an extraordinary extent or degree
gossip (usually a mixture of truth and untruth) passed around by word of mouth tell or spread rumors
based in scientific and industrial progress of or relating to a practical subject that is organized according to scientific principles
in a pretentious manner
inspiring mixed contempt and pity bad; unfortunate deserving or inciting pity
the quality of being humane the quality of being human all of the living human inhabitants of the earth
cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense be the cause or source of transfer possession of something concrete or abstract to somebody convey or reveal information convey, as of a compliment, regards, attention, etc.; bestow organize or be responsible for convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture give as a present; make a gift of cause to happen or be responsible for dedicate give or supply transmit (knowledge or skills) bring about leave with; give temporarily emit or utter endure the loss of place into the hands or custody of give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause give (as medicine) give or convey physically bestow bestow, especially officially move in order to make room for someone for something give food to contribute to some cause break down, literally or metaphorically estimate the duration or outcome of something execute and deliver deliver in exchange or recompense afford access to present to view perform for an audience be flexible under stress of physical force propose accord by verdict manifest or show offer in good faith submit for consideration, judgment, or use guide or direct, as by behavior of persuasion allow to have or take inflict as a punishment occur consent to engage in sexual intercourse with a man proffer (a body part)
a female actor
object formed by a mold the act of creating something by casting it in a mold the act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel the choice of actors to play particular roles in a play or movie put or send forth deposit select to play,sing, or dance a part in a play, movie, musical, opera, or ballet throw forcefully assign the roles of (a movie or a play) to actors move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold get rid of choose at random formulate in a particular style or language eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth
characterized by lust suggestive of or tending to moral looseness
expressing one thing in terms normally denoting another
an unofficial association of people or groups instrumentalists not including string players a stripe or stripes of contrasting color an adornment consisting of a strip of a contrasting color or material a group of musicians playing popular music for dancing a range of frequencies between two limits a thin flat strip of flexible material that is worn around the body or one of the limbs (especially to decorate the body) a cord-like tissue connecting two larger parts of an anatomical structure jewelry consisting of a circlet of precious metal (often set with jewels) worn on the finger a driving belt in machinery a thin flat strip or loop of flexible material that goes around or over something else, typically to hold it together or as a decoration a strip of material attached to the leg of a bird to identify it (as in studies of bird migration) a restraint put around something to hold it together bind or tie together, as with a band attach a ring to the foot of, in order to identify
some abrupt occurrence that interrupts an ongoing activity an unexpected piece of good luck (geology) a crack in the earth's crust resulting from the displacement of one side with respect to the other a personal or social separation (as between opposing factions) a pause from doing something (as work) the act of breaking something a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something breaking of hard tissue such as bone the occurrence of breaking an abrupt change in the tone or register of the voice (as at puberty or due to emotion) the opening shot that scatters the balls in billiards or pool (tennis) a score consisting of winning a game when your opponent was serving an act of delaying or interrupting the continuity a sudden dash any frame in which a bowler fails to make a strike or spare an escape from jail terminate become separated into pieces or fragments render inoperable or ineffective ruin completely destroy the integrity of; usually by force; cause to separate into pieces or fragments act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises move away or escape suddenly scatter or part force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up prevent completion enter someone's (virtual or real) property in an unauthorized manner, usually with the intent to steal or commit a violent act make submissive, obedient, or useful fail to agree with; be in violation of; as of rules or patterns surpass in excellence make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret come into being stop operating or functioning interrupt a continued activity make a rupture in the ranks of the enemy or one's own by quitting or fleeing curl over and fall apart in surf or foam, of waves lessen in force or effect be broken in come to an end vary or interrupt a uniformity or continuity cause to give up a habit give up come forth or begin from a state of latency happen or take place cause the failure or ruin of invalidate by judicial action discontinue an association or relation; go different ways assign to a lower position; reduce in rank reduce to bankruptcy change directions suddenly emerge from the surface of a body of water break down, literally or metaphorically do a break dance exchange for smaller units of money destroy the completeness of a set of related items make the opening shot that scatters the balls separate from a clinch, in boxing go to pieces break a piece from a whole become punctured or penetrated pierce or penetrate be released or become known; of news cease an action temporarily interrupt the flow of current in undergo breaking find a flaw in find the solution or key to change suddenly from one tone quality or register to another happen become fractured; break or crack on the surface only crack; of the male voice in puberty fall sharply fracture a bone of diminish or discontinue abruptly weaken or destroy in spirit or body
characteristic of informal spoken language or conversation
make a mess of, destroy or ruin spoil by behaving clumsily or foolishly showing lack of skill or aptitude lacking physical movement skills, especially with the hands
permeate or penetrate gradually spread gradually prepare in a percolator cause (a solvent) to pass through a permeable substance in order to extract a soluble constituent pass through gain or regain energy
of or relating to the arts and manners that a group favors denoting or deriving from or distinctive of the ways of living built up by a group of people of or relating to the shared knowledge and values of a society relating to the raising of plants or animals
a treacherous situation that tends to entrap and destroy a pit filled with loose wet sand into which objects are sucked down
a port city in northeastern England on the River Tyne; a center for coal exports (giving rise to the expression `carry coals to Newcastle' meaning to do something unnecessary)
a public official authorized to decide questions brought before a court of justice an authority who is able to estimate worth or quality determine the result of (a competition) form a critical opinion of judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time) pronounce judgment on put on trial or hear a case and sit as the judge at the trial of
spin,wind, or twist together make lacework by knotting or looping make a loop in
a roll of hair brushed back from the forehead the butt of a marijuana cigarette street names for flunitrazepan any of numerous chiefly nocturnal insects; some are domestic pests European freshwater food fish having a greenish back comb (hair) into a roach cut the mane off (a horse)
United States comedian and film actor (1896-1996) celebrated Scottish poet (1759-1796) pain that feels hot as if it were on fire a browning of the skin resulting from exposure to the rays of the sun an injury caused by exposure to heat or chemicals or radiation a place or area that has been burned (especially on a person's body) damage inflicted by fire destroy by fire shine intensely, as if with heat undergo combustion cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort cause to burn or combust feel strong emotion, especially anger or passion cause to undergo combustion burn at the stake spend (significant amounts of money) feel hot or painful burn, sear, or freeze (tissue) using a hot iron or electric current or a caustic agent get a sunburn by overexposure to the sun create by duplicating data use up (energy) burn with heat, fire, or radiation
destroy by fire shine intensely, as if with heat undergo combustion cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort cause to burn or combust feel strong emotion, especially anger or passion cause to undergo combustion burn at the stake spend (significant amounts of money) feel hot or painful burn, sear, or freeze (tissue) using a hot iron or electric current or a caustic agent get a sunburn by overexposure to the sun create by duplicating data use up (energy) burn with heat, fire, or radiation ruined by overcooking treated by heating to a high temperature but below the melting or fusing point destroyed or badly damaged by fire
in a vicious manner wildly; like an animal
move forward, also in the metaphorical sense bring forward for consideration or acceptance increase or raise contribute to the progress or growth of cause to move forward obtain advantages, such as points, etc. develop in a positive way develop further give a promotion to or assign to a higher position pay in advance move forward rise in rate or price farther along in physical or mental development comparatively late in a course of development ahead of the times at a higher level in training or knowledge or skill ahead in development; complex or intricate far along in time (of societies) highly developed especially in technology or industry situated ahead or going before
remote and separate physically or socially having characteristics not shared by others separated or at a distance in place or position or time not taken into account or excluded from consideration away from another or others placed or kept separate and distinct as for a purpose one from the other into parts or pieces
frenzied as if possessed by a demon wildly; without self-control in a murderous frenzy
the process whereby heat changes something from a solid to a liquid reduce or cause to be reduced from a solid to a liquid state, usually by heating become or cause to become soft or liquid become more relaxed, easygoing, or genial lose its distinct outline or shape; blend gradually become less clearly visible or distinguishable; disappear gradually or seemingly become less intense and fade away gradually becoming liquid
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formal attendance (in court or at a hearing) of a party in an action give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect come into sight or view be issued or published seem to be true, probable, or apparent come into being or existence, or appear on the scene appear as a character on stage or appear in a play, etc. present oneself formally, as before a (judicial) authority
something acquired without compensation natural abilities or qualities the act of giving give qualities or abilities to give as a present; make a gift of
wet feed (especially for pigs) consisting of mostly kitchen waste mixed with water or skimmed or sour milk feed pigs drink large quantities of (liquid, especially alcoholic drink)
a feeling of strong eagerness (usually in favor of a person or cause) excessive fervor to do something or accomplish some end prompt willingness
in a wasteful manner in a rich and lavish manner
give qualities or abilities to give as a present; make a gift of endowed with talent or talents
deceptive or fraudulent; disposed to cheat or defraud or deceive capable of being corrupted
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and five being ten more than forty
an unmarried status abstaining from sexual relations (as because of religious vows)
a very long fly ball a sudden very loud noise a strong current of air an explosion (as of dynamite) a highly pleasurable or exciting experience intense adverse criticism make a strident sound hit hard use explosives on apply a draft or strong wind to to create by using explosives make with or as if with an explosion fire a shot criticize harshly or violently shatter as if by explosion shrivel or wither or mature imperfectly
not suspicious (often followed by `of') not knowing or expecting; not thinking likely
tending to increase knowledge or dissipate ignorance serving to instruct or enlighten or inform providing or conveying information
the bony skeleton of the head of vertebrates
take delight in celebrate noisily, often indulging in drinking; engage in uproarious festivities
a well-built sexually attractive man a large piece of something without definite shape
any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command someone who is appointed or elected to an office and who holds a position of trust a member of a police force a person authorized to serve in a position of authority on a vessel direct or command as an officer
based on or subject to individual discretion or preference or sometimes impulse or caprice
a Hebrew shepherd and minor prophet an Old Testament book telling Amos's prophecies
a large quantity of written matter a quantity of paper; 480 or 500 sheets; one ream equals 20 quires squeeze the juice out (of a fruit) with a reamer remove by making a hole or by boring enlarge with a reamer
a burn cause by hot liquid or steam the act of burning with steam or hot water subject to harsh criticism treat with boiling water heat to the boiling point burn with a hot liquid or steam
a conventional or formulaic conception or image treat or classify according to a mental stereotype
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being one more than fifty
an enthusiastic young fan (especially a young woman who follows rock groups around)
with success; in a successful manner
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a substance that can be consumed to produce energy provide with a combustible substance that provides energy provide with fuel take in fuel, as of a ship stimulate
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Irish prelate who deduced from the Bible that Creation occurred in the year 4004 BC (1581-1656) an official stationed at the entrance of a courtroom or legislative chamber someone employed to conduct others take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums
a vote to select the winner of a position or political office the act of selecting someone or something; the exercise of deliberate choice the status or fact of being elected the predestination of some individuals as objects of divine mercy (especially as conceived by Calvinists)
the act of escaping physically an inclination to retreat from unpleasant realities through diversion or fantasy nonperformance of something distasteful (as by deceit or trickery) that you are supposed to do an avoidance of danger or difficulty a means or way of escaping a plant originally cultivated but now growing wild the discharge of a fluid from some container a valve in a container in which pressure can build up (as a steam boiler); it opens automatically when the pressure reaches a dangerous level run away from confinement fail to experience escape potentially unpleasant consequences; get away with a forbidden action be incomprehensible to; escape understanding by remove oneself from a familiar environment, usually for pleasure or diversion flee; take to one's heels; cut and run issue or leak, as from a small opening
being two more than fifty
make perfect or complete (of plans, ideas, etc.) perfectly formed
the sill of a door; a horizontal piece of wood or stone that forms the bottom of a doorway and offers support when passing through a doorway
a fact about some part (as opposed to general) a medicine that has a mitigating effect on a specific disease (sometimes followed by `to') applying to or characterized by or distinguishing something particular or special or unique stated explicitly or in detail relating to or distinguishing or constituting a taxonomic species being or affecting a disease produced by a particular microorganism or condition; used also of stains or dyes used in making microscope slides
someone who is critical of the motives of others a member of a group of ancient Greek philosophers who advocated the doctrine that virtue is the only good and that the essence of virtue is self-control
United States industrialist who built the first American locomotive; founded Cooper Union in New York City to offer free courses in the arts and sciences (1791-1883) United States film actor noted for his portrayals of strong silent heroes (1901-1961) United States novelist noted for his stories of American Indians and the frontier life (1789-1851) a craftsman who makes or repairs wooden barrels or tubs make barrels and casks
an engagement fought between two military forces the act of fighting; any contest or struggle battle or contend against in or as if in a battle
having little desire for success or achievement
set up or found set up or lay the groundwork for establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment institute, enact, or establish bring about place build or establish something abstract use as a basis for; found on
water frozen in the solid state the frozen part of a body of water diamonds a flavored sugar topping used to coat and decorate cakes a frozen dessert with fruit flavoring (especially one containing no milk) an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant a heat engine in which combustion occurs inside the engine rather than in a separate furnace; heat expands a gas that either moves a piston or turns a gas turbine a rink with a floor of ice for ice hockey or ice skating decorate with frosting cause to become ice or icy put ice on or put on ice
massive powerful herbivorous odd-toed ungulate of southeast Asia and Africa having very thick skin and one or two horns on the snout
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devoid of warmth and cordiality; expressive of unfriendliness or disdain extremely cold covered with or containing or consisting of ice shiny and slick as with a thin coating of ice
a short simple song (or the words of a poem intended to be sung)
represent in bodily form represent, as of a character on stage represent or express something abstract in tangible form
unwilling to tolerate difference of opinion narrow-minded about cherished opinions
a person serving a sentence in a jail or prison a person who has been convicted of a criminal offense find or declare guilty
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period extending from Dec. 24 to Jan. 6 a Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Christ; a quarter day in England, Wales, and Ireland
employment for performers or performing groups that lasts for a limited period of time the act of reserving (a place or passage) or engaging the services of (a person or group) engage for a performance arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance record a charge in a police register register in a hotel booker
a quality that outshines the usual the quality of being magnificent or splendid or grand
a small group of indispensable persons or things the center of an object the central part of the Earth the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience a cylindrical sample of soil or rock obtained with a hollow drill an organization founded by James Leonard Farmer in 1942 to work for racial equality the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work (computer science) a tiny ferrite toroid formerly used in a random access memory to store one bit of data; now superseded by semiconductor memories the chamber of a nuclear reactor containing the fissile material where the reaction takes place a bar of magnetic material (as soft iron) that passes through a coil and serves to increase the inductance of the coil remove the core or center from
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an erotic person
tall annual cereal grass bearing kernels on large ears: widely cultivated in America in many varieties; the principal cereal in Mexico and Central and South America since pre-Columbian times the dried grains or kernels or corn used as animal feed or ground for meal ears of corn that can be prepared and served for human food a hard thickening of the skin (especially on the top or sides of the toes) caused by the pressure of ill-fitting shoes (Great Britain) any of various cereal plants (especially the dominant crop of the region--wheat in Great Britain or oats in Scotland and Ireland) whiskey distilled from a mash of not less than 80 percent corn something sentimental or trite feed (cattle) with corn preserve with salt
possessing muscular strength
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an embarrassing mistake
causing or capable of causing death of an instrument of certain death extremely poisonous or injurious; producing venom involving loss of divine grace or spiritual death exceedingly harmful (of a disease) having a rapid course and violent effect as if dead (used as intensives) extremely
any new participant in some activity a recent arrival
(Roman mythology) god of love; counterpart of Greek Eros
having an agreeably pungent taste engagingly stimulating or provocative attracting or delighting
the state of being free from danger or injury defense against financial failure; financial independence freedom from anxiety or fear a formal declaration that documents a fact of relevance to finance and investment; the holder has a right to receive interest or dividends property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation a department responsible for the security of the institution's property and workers a guarantee that an obligation will be met an electrical device that sets off an alarm when someone tries to break in measures taken as a precaution against theft or espionage or sabotage etc.
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a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled any distinct period in history or in a person's life a local branch of some fraternity or association an ecclesiastical assembly of the monks in a monastery or even of the canons of a church a series of related events forming an episode
take in solid food eat a meal; take a meal take in food; used of animals only worry or cause anxiety in a persistent way use up (resources or materials) cause to deteriorate due to the action of water, air, or an acid
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(military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons) an offensive move in a sport or game intense adverse criticism ideas or actions intended to deal with a problem or situation the act of attacking a decisive manner of beginning a musical tone or phrase a sudden occurrence of an uncontrollable condition the onset of a corrosive or destructive process (as by a chemical agent) strong criticism launch an attack or assault on; begin hostilities or start warfare with attack in speech or writing take the initiative and go on the offensive attack someone physically or emotionally set to work upon; turn one's energies vigorously to a task begin to injure
any of several trees producing edible oval fruit having a smooth skin and a single hard stone any of numerous varieties of small to medium-sized round or oval fruit having a smooth skin and a single pit a highly desirable position or assignment exactly completely; used as intensifiers
a broken piece of a brittle artifact
the area in which something exists or lives extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle envelop completely surround so as to force to give up surround with a wall in order to fortify
thrust or throw into drop steeply dash violently or with great speed or impetuosity begin with vigor cause to be immersed fall abruptly immerse briefly into a liquid so as to wet, coat, or saturate devote (oneself) fully to
the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday a party of people assembled to have dinner together
lead someone in the wrong direction or give someone wrong directions give false or misleading information to designed to deceive or mislead either deliberately or inadvertently
systematic killing of a racial or cultural group
process or result of distributing or extending over a wide expanse of space a conspicuous disparity or difference as between two figures farm consisting of a large tract of land along with facilities needed to raise livestock (especially cattle) a haphazard distribution in all directions a tasty mixture to be spread on bread or crackers or used in preparing other dishes a meal that is well prepared and greatly enjoyed two facing pages of a book or other publication the expansion of a person's girth (especially at middle age) decorative cover for a bed act of extending over a wider scope or expanse of space or time distribute or disperse widely become distributed or widespread spread across or over spread out or open from a closed or folded state cause to become widely known become widely known and passed on strew or distribute over an area move outward cover by spreading something over distribute over a surface in a layer
of or relating to logistics
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something hard to endure the quality of being valid and rigorous excessive sternness
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something use of physical or mental energy; hard work a notable achievement a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end
the atmosphere and outer space as viewed from the earth throw or toss with a light motion
the month following August and preceding October people descended from a common ancestor
a British peer of the highest rank a nobleman (in various countries) of high rank
a person who belongs to an early stage of civilization a mathematical expression from which another expression is derived a word serving as the basis for inflected or derived forms belonging to an early stage of technical development; characterized by simplicity and (often) crudeness little evolved from or characteristic of an earlier ancestral type used of preliterate or tribal or nonindustrial societies of or created by one without formal training; simple or naive in style
apply a heavy coat to cover conspicuously or thickly, as by pasting something on affix conspicuously apply a plaster cast to coat with plaster dress by covering with a therapeutic substance (of hair) made smooth by applying a sticky or glossy substance (of walls) covered with a coat of plaster very drunk
of or relating or belonging to a city of or relating to or befitting citizens as individuals
applying to ordinary citizens as contrasted with the military not rude; marked by satisfactory (or especially minimal) adherence to social usages and sufficient but not noteworthy consideration for others of or occurring within the state or between or among citizens of the state of or relating to or befitting citizens as individuals (of divisions of time) legally recognized in ordinary affairs of life of or in a condition of social order
a particularly baffling problem that is said to have a correct solution a game that tests your ingenuity be a mystery or bewildering to be uncertain about; think about without fully understanding or being able to decide
cause to become equal or homogeneous as by mixing break up the fat globules of become homogeneous or similar, as by mixing formed by blending unlike elements especially by reducing one element to particles and dispersing them throughout another substance made homogeneous
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give someone credit for something ascribe an achievement to accounting: enter as credit have trust in; trust in the truth or veracity of (usually followed by `to') given credit for
be agreeable or acceptable to make fit for, or change to suit a new purpose provide with something desired or needed have room for; hold without crowding provide housing for provide a service or favor for someone make (one thing) compatible with (another)
in tiny pieces in an elegant manner in a delicate manner
including much or everything; and especially including stated limits
French army officer of Jewish descent whose false imprisonment for treason in 1894 raised issues of anti-Semitism that dominated French politics until his release in 1906 (1859-1935)
of or relating to a coast located on or near or bordering on a coast
Norwegian mathematician (1802-1829) (Old Testament) Cain and Abel were the first children of Adam and Eve born after the Fall of Man; Abel was killed by Cain
a restaurant where you serve yourself and pay a cashier
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have an existence, be extant support oneself
have confidence or faith in
a group of people or things arranged by class or category the basic cognitive process of arranging into classes or categories the act of distributing things into classes or categories of the same type
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a rude or vulgar fool a person who amuses others by ridiculous behavior
tolerance attributable to a lack of involvement
not to be dispensed with; essential absolutely necessary; vitally necessary unavoidable
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(of an image) not being in or brought into focus not concentrated at one point or upon one objective
the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase `the whys and wherefores'
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put, fix, force, or implant stay put (in a certain place); we are not moving to Cincinnati" stick to firmly be or become fixed endure be a devoted follower or supporter be loyal to cover and decorate with objects that pierce the surface fasten with an adhesive material like glue fasten with or as with pins or nails fasten into place by fixing an end or point into something pierce with a thrust using a pointed instrument pierce or penetrate or puncture with something pointed come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation saddle with something disagreeable or disadvantageous be a mystery or bewildering to caught or fixed baffled
United States author whose works were frequently autobiographical (1876-1941) United States physicist who studied the electronic structure of magnetic and disordered systems (1923-) United States dramatist (1888-1959) United States contralto noted for her performance of spirituals (1902-1993) United States physicist who discovered antimatter in the form of an antielectron that is called the positron (1905-1991)
the heading or position of a vessel relative to the trim of its sails a short nail with a sharp point and a large head gear for a horse (nautical) a line (rope or chain) that regulates the angle at which a sail is set in relation to the wind (nautical) the act of changing tack sailing a zigzag course fasten with tacks turn into the wind create by putting components or members together sew together loosely, with large stitches fix to; attach reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action)
treat cruelly be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly
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a quantity of no importance complete failure
lacking pretension or affectation not ostentatious exhibiting restrained good taste
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the process of producing a chemical compound (usually by the union of simpler chemical compounds) the combination of ideas into a complex whole reasoning from the general to the particular (or from cause to effect)
subject to question able to be refuted
make trivial or insignificant
the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains a single domestic animal that which is responsible for one's thoughts and feelings; the seat of the faculty of reason a person who is in charge the front of a military formation or procession the pressure exerted by a fluid the top of something the source of water from which a stream arises (grammar) the word in a grammatical constituent that plays the same grammatical role as the whole constituent the tip of an abscess (where the pus accumulates) the length or height based on the size of a human or animal head a dense cluster of flowers or foliage the educator who has executive authority for a school an individual person a user of (usually soft) drugs a natural elevation (especially a rocky one that juts out into the sea) a rounded compact mass the foam or froth that accumulates at the top when you pour an effervescent liquid into a container the part in the front or nearest the viewer a difficult juncture forward movement a V-shaped mark at one end of an arrow pointer the subject matter at issue a line of text serving to indicate what the passage below it is about the rounded end of a bone that fits into a rounded cavity in another bone to form a joint that part of a skeletal muscle that is away from the bone that it moves (computer science) a tiny electromagnetic coil and metal pole used to write and read magnetic patterns on a disk (usually plural) the obverse side of a coin that usually bears the representation of a person's head the striking part of a tool (nautical) a toilet on board a boat or ship a projection out from one end a membrane that is stretched taut over a drum oral stimulation of the genitals to go or travel towards be in charge of travel in front of; go in advance of others be the first or leading member of (a group) and excel direct the course; determine the direction of travelling take its rise be in the front of or on top of form a head or come or grow to a head remove the head of
a means or instrumentality for storing or communicating information the surrounding environment an intervening substance through which signals can travel as a means for communication (bacteriology) a nutrient substance (solid or liquid) that is used to cultivate micro-organisms a liquid with which pigment is mixed by a painter (biology) a substance in which specimens are preserved or displayed an intervening substance through which something is achieved a state that is intermediate between extremes; a middle position someone who serves as an intermediary between the living and the dead (usually plural) transmissions that are disseminated widely to the public an occupation for which you are especially well suited around the middle of a scale of evaluation (meat) cooked until there is just a little pink meat inside
an indication of potential opportunity castrated bull direct the course; determine the direction of travelling direct (oneself) somewhere be a guiding or motivating force or drive
very great; limitless resembling an abyss in depth; so deep as to be unmeasurable
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make an effort or attempt enter upon an activity or enterprise tried unsuccessfully
heal or recover get healthy again provide a cure for, make healthy again
dazzlingly beautiful
declare untrue; contradict refuse to accept or believe refuse to grant, as of a petition or request refuse to let have deny oneself (something); restrain, especially from indulging in some pleasure deny formally (an allegation of fact by the opposing party) in a legal suit refuse to recognize or acknowledge
medium for communication transmission by radio waves an electronic receiver that detects and demodulates and amplifies transmitted signals a communication system based on broadcasting electromagnetic waves having no wires
a form of energy that is transferred by a difference in temperature the presence of heat the sensation caused by heat energy the trait of being intensely emotional applies to nonhuman mammals: a state or period of heightened sexual arousal and activity a preliminary race in which the winner advances to a more important race utility to warm a building make hot or hotter provide with heat arouse or excite feelings and passions gain heat or get hot
make lighter or brighter make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear add embellishments and paintings to (medieval manuscripts) tending to increase knowledge or dissipate ignorance
the brother of your father or mother; the husband of your aunt a source of help and advice and encouragement
in a satisfactory manner
a collection of objects laid on top of each other (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent a car that is old and unreliable bestow in large quantities arrange in stacks fill to overflow
(of a glutinous liquid such as paint) not completely dried and slightly sticky to the touch tastelessly showy
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lengthen or extend in duration or space undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) provide with nourishment supply with necessities and support be the physical support of; carry the weight of admit as valid establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts maintained at length without interruption or weakening (of an electric arc) continuous
the quality of being bland and gracious or ingratiating in manner
remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract remove from a position or an office dispose of cause to leave shift the position or location of, as for business, legal, educational, or military purposes go away or leave kill intentionally and with premeditation get rid of something abstract separated in relationship by a given degree of descent separate or apart in time
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a feeling of delighted approval and liking the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising a favorable judgment
a solid bounded by a cylindrical surface and two parallel planes (the bases) a surface generated by rotating a parallel line around a fixed line a chamber within which piston moves a cylindrical container for oxygen or compressed air
an interpretation of a matter from a particular viewpoint something a little different from others of the same type a written work (as a novel) that has been recast in a new form a written communication in a second language having the same meaning as the written communication in a first language a mental representation of the meaning or significance of something manual turning of a fetus in the uterus (usually to aid delivery)
a gathering of military personnel for duty compulsory military service gather or bring together call to duty, military service, jury duty, etc.
causing gladness and pleasure
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an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each an advantageous purchase negotiate the terms of an exchange come to terms; arrive at an agreement
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destroy completely; damage irreparably destroy or cause to fail reduce to bankruptcy reduce to ruins deprive of virginity fall into ruin destroyed physically or morally doomed to extinction brought to ruin
effusively or insincerely emotional
a psychological state induced by (or as if induced by) a magical incantation a state of mind in which consciousness is fragile and voluntary action is poor or missing; a state resembling deep sleep attract; cause to be enamored
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love intensely
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border on; come close to
an insignificant student who is ridiculed as being affected or boringly studious an intelligent but single-minded expert in a particular technical field or profession
(Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence elegance and beauty of movement or expression a sense of propriety and consideration for others a disposition to kindness and compassion (Greek mythology) one of three sisters who were the givers of beauty and charm; a favorite subject for sculptors a short prayer of thanks before a meal (Christian theology) the free and unmerited favor or beneficence of God make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc. be beautiful to look at
a state of arrangement or appearance a decoration or adornment on a garment attitude of an aircraft in flight when allowed to take its own orientation cutting down to the desired size or shape remove the edges from and cut down to the desired size decorate, as with ornaments cut down on; make a reduction in balance in flight by regulating the control surfaces be in equilibrium during a flight decorate (food), as with parsley or other ornamental foods cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of cut closely adjust (sails on a ship) so that the wind is optimally used thin and fit of places; characterized by order and neatness; free from disorder neat and smart in appearance severely simple in line or design
with brightness
pave with cobblestones repair or mend
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a feeling of intense anger state of violent mental agitation the property of being wild or turbulent (classical mythology) the hideous snake-haired monsters (usually three in number) who pursued unpunished criminals
having an abundant supply of money or possessions of value
a window in a ship or airplane an opening (in a wall or ship or armored vehicle) for firing through
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belonging to some prior time at some indefinite or unstated time
a domain in which something is dominant a country with a king as head of state the domain ruled by a king or queen a monarchy with a king or queen as head of state the highest taxonomic group into which organisms are grouped; one of five biological categories: Monera or Protoctista or Plantae or Fungi or Animalia a basic group of natural objects
praise vociferously clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval
capable of being believed
the quality of being bright and sending out rays of light be bright by reflecting or casting light emit light; be bright, as of the sun or a light be shiny, as if wet be distinguished or eminent be clear and obvious have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink throw or flash the light of (a lamp) touch or seem as if touching visually or audibly experience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion make (a surface) shine climb awkwardly, as if by scrambling
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a journey for some purpose (usually including the return) a hallucinatory experience induced by drugs an accidental misstep threatening (or causing) a fall an exciting or stimulating experience a catch mechanism that acts as a switch a light or nimble tread an unintentional but embarrassing blunder miss a step and fall or nearly fall cause to stumble make a trip for pleasure put in motion or move to act get high, stoned, or drugged
a political orientation that favors social progress by reform and by changing laws rather than by revolution an economic theory advocating free competition and a self-regulating market
the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit (medicine) a systematic plan for therapy (often including diet)
in a willing manner
a tube with a small bowl at one end; used for smoking tobacco a long tube made of metal or plastic that is used to carry water or oil or gas etc. a hollow cylindrical shape a tubular wind instrument the flues and stops on a pipe organ utter a shrill cry transport by pipeline play on a pipe trim with piping
an occasion on which a winner is selected from among two or more contestants a struggle between rivals to make the subject of dispute, contention, or litigation
an ability to understand the meaning or importance of something (or the knowledge acquired as a result) the relation of comprising something
any loyal and steadfast following a group of people who adhere to a common faith and habitually attend a given church steadfast in affection or allegiance marked by fidelity to an original not having sexual relations with anyone except your husband or wife, or your boyfriend or girlfriend
a negative a radioactive transuranic element synthesized by bombarding curium with carbon ions; 7 isotopes are known quantifier; used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns for indicating a complete or almost complete lack or zero quantity of referring to the degree to which a certain quality is present not in any degree or manner; not at all used to express refusal or denial or disagreement etc or especially to emphasize a negative statement
either of two soft fleshy milk-secreting glandular organs on the chest of a woman the small projection of a mammary gland small insectivorous birds
a silvery soft waxy metallic element of the alkali metal group; occurs abundantly in natural compounds (especially in salt water); burns with a yellow flame and reacts violently in water; occurs in sea water and in the mineral halite (rock salt)
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a state in southeastern United States; one of the original 13 colonies
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trivial nonsense speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly act in a trivial or ineffective way
knowledge and intellectual ability the capacity for rational thought or inference or discrimination a person who uses the mind creatively
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having strong sexual appeal extremely pleasing to the sense of taste
a session of intensive tuition given by a tutor to an individual or to a small number of students of or relating to tutors or tutoring
make keen or more acute sharpen by rubbing, as on a whetstone
a post bearing a sign that gives directions or shows the way mark with a signpost, as of a path
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neckwear consisting of a long narrow piece of material worn (mostly by men) under a collar and tied in knot at the front a social or business relationship equality of score in a contest a horizontal beam used to prevent two other structural members from spreading apart or separating a fastener that serves to join or connect the finish of a contest in which the score is tied and the winner is undecided (music) a slur over two notes of the same pitch; indicates that the note is to be sustained for their combined time value one of the cross braces that support the rails on a railway track a cord (or string or ribbon or wire etc.) with which something is tied fasten or secure with a rope, string, or cord finish a game with an equal number of points, goals, etc. limit or restrict to connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces form a knot or bow in create social or emotional ties perform a marriage ceremony make by tying pieces together unite musical notes by a tie
get lost, as without warning or explanation become invisible or unnoticeable pass away rapidly cease to exist decrease rapidly and disappear having passed out of existence
become brisk quick and energetic imparting vitality and energy very active
throw out of balance or equilibrium derange mentally, throw out of mental balance; make insane being or thrown out of equilibrium affected with madness or insanity debits and credits are not equal
a plant having foliage that persists and remains green throughout the year (of plants and shrubs) bearing foliage throughout the year
a visual representation (of an object or scene or person or abstraction) produced on a surface graphic art consisting of an artistic composition made by applying paints to a surface a clear and telling mental image a situation treated as an observable object illustrations used to decorate or explain a text a form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement the visible part of a television transmission a graphic or vivid verbal description a typical example of some state or quality a representation of a person or scene in the form of a print or transparent slide; recorded by a camera on light-sensitive material imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind show in, or as in, a picture
understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something the limit of capability an intellectual hold or understanding the act of grasping hold firmly get the meaning of something
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a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude
having or showing or conforming to good taste free from what is tawdry or unbecoming
a sore that has become inflamed and formed pus ripen and generate pus
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any of various games played with a ball (round or oval) in which two teams try to kick or carry or propel the ball into each other's goal the inflated oblong ball used in playing American football
in a uniform manner
consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds having many aspects
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deliberate and stubborn unruliness and resistance to guidance or discipline deliberately deviating from what is good
someone who takes more time than necessary; someone who lags behind an advertisement consisting of short scenes from a motion picture that will appear in the near future a large transport conveyance designed to be pulled by a truck or tractor a wheeled vehicle that can be pulled by a car or truck and is equipped for occupancy
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lacking in liveliness or animation emitting or reflecting very little light being or made softer or less loud or clear so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness (of color) very low in saturation; highly diluted not keenly felt slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity (of business) not active or brisk not having a sharp edge or point blunted in responsiveness or sensibility not clear and resonant; sounding as if striking with or against something relatively soft darkened with overcast
turn red, as if in embarrassment or shame flow freely glow or cause to glow with warm color or light make level or straight rinse, clean, or empty with a liquid irrigate with water from a sluice cause to flow or flood with or as if with water having the pinkish flush of health (especially of the face) reddened or suffused with or as if with blood from emotion or exertion
in a reassuring manner
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used of the younger of two persons of the same name especially used to distinguish a son from his father (used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth (of crops) harvested at an early stage of development; before complete maturity suggestive of youth; vigorous and fresh being in its early stage not tried or tested by experience
a person with a strong desire for something primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified primarily spatial sense; of relatively great or greater than average spatial extension or extension as specified of relatively great height good at remembering holding securities or commodities in expectation of a rise in prices (of speech sounds or syllables) of relatively long duration involving substantial risk planning prudently for the future having or being more than normal or necessary:"long on brains" for more time
a projectile that is fired from a gun a high-speed passenger train (baseball) a pitch thrown with maximum velocity
put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to test or examine for the presence of disease or infection examine someone's knowledge of something show a certain characteristic when tested achieve a certain score or rating on a test determine the presence or properties of (a substance) undergo a test tested and proved useful or correct tested and proved to be reliable
an energetic style
make dull or stupid or muddle with drunkenness or infatuation be a mystery or bewildering to make senseless or dizzy by or as if by a blow so surprisingly impressive as to stun or overwhelm making physically stupid or dull or insensible shocking with surprise and consternation
an expensive vessel propelled by sail or power and used for cruising or racing travel in a yacht
a recognition of meritorious service a written statement of facts submitted in conjunction with a petition to an authority a structure erected to commemorate persons or events
of or relating to rhetoric given to rhetoric, emphasizing style at the expense of thought
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a communist state in Indochina on the South China Sea; achieved independence from France in 1945 a prolonged war (1954-1975) between the communist armies of North Vietnam who were supported by the Chinese and the armies of South Vietnam who were supported by the United States
do without or cease to hold or adhere to be earlier in time; go back further lose (s.th.) or lose the right to (s.th.) by some error, offense, or crime
concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities of great consequence causing fear or anxiety by threatening great harm appealing to the mind completely lacking in playfulness requiring effort or concentration; complex and not easy to answer or solve
close or warm friendship a usually secretive or illicit sexual relationship a feeling of being intimate and belonging together
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a large number or amount storage space in a library consisting of an extensive arrangement of bookshelves where most of the books are stored an orderly pile (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent a list in which the next item to be removed is the item most recently stored (LIFO) a large tall chimney through which combustion gases and smoke can be evacuated a storage device that handles data so that the next item to be retrieved is the item most recently stored (LIFO) load or cover with stacks arrange in stacks arrange the order of so as to increase one's winning chances
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having the shrewd resourcefulness needed to survive in an urban environment
(computer science) memory whose contents can be accessed and read but cannot be changed
unusual or striking worthy of notice
a vaguely specified concern a usually secretive or illicit sexual relationship a vaguely specified social event
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take something away by force or without the consent of the owner rip off; ask an unreasonable price
become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence be at variance with; be out of line with be subject to change in accordance with a variable make something more diverse and varied marked by diversity or difference
one of a number of things from which only one can be chosen
the concentration of attention or energy on something maximum clarity or distinctness of an image rendered by an optical system maximum clarity or distinctness of an idea a central point or locus of an infection in an organism special emphasis attached to something a point of convergence of light (or other radiation) or a point from which it diverges a fixed reference point on the concave side of a conic section direct one's attention on something cause to converge on or toward a central point bring into focus or alignment; to converge or cause to converge; of ideas or emotions become focussed or come into focus put (an image) into focus; we cannot enjoy the movie"
French writer remembered for his swashbuckling historical tales (1802-1870) a legislative body in the ruling assembly of Russia and of some other republics in the former USSR
an advantage held by a competitor in a race a soft heavy toxic malleable metallic element; bluish white when freshly cut but tarnishes readily to dull grey evidence pointing to a possible solution a position of leadership (especially in the phrase `take the lead') the angle between the direction a gun is aimed and the position of a moving target (correcting for the flight time of the missile) the introductory section of a story (sports) the score by which a team or individual is winning an actor who plays a principal role (baseball) the position taken by a base runner preparing to advance to the next base an indication of potential opportunity a news story of major importance the timing of ignition relative to the position of the piston in an internal-combustion engine restraint consisting of a rope (or light chain) used to restrain an animal thin strip of metal used to separate lines of type in printing mixture of graphite with clay in different degrees of hardness; the marking substance in a pencil a jumper that consists of a short piece of wire the playing of a card to start a trick in bridge take somebody somewhere have as a result or residue tend to or result in travel in front of; go in advance of others cause to undertake a certain action stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point be in charge of be ahead of others; be the first be conducive to lead, as in the performance of a composition; Barenboim conducted the Chicago symphony for years" lead, extend, or afford access move ahead (of others) in time or space cause something to pass or lead somewhere preside over
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consent to, give permission make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting
arousal of the mind to special unusual activity or creativity a product of your creative thinking and work a sudden intuition as part of solving a problem (theology) a special influence of a divinity on the minds of human beings arousing to a particular emotion or action the act of inhaling; the drawing in of air (or other gases) as in breathing
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to a remarkable degree or extent in a signal manner
a state of decay usually accompanied by an offensive odor (biology) the process of decay caused by bacterial or fungal action unacceptable behavior (especially ludicrously false statements) break down become physically weaker
be understanding of
an arrangement of objects or people side by side in a line an angry dispute a long continuous strip (usually running horizontally) (construction) a layer of masonry a linear array of numbers, letters, or symbols side by side a continuous chronological succession without an interruption the act of rowing as a sport propel with oars
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in an inextricable manner
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long and lean
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(spoken slang) unfashionable and boring
bringing or deserving severe rebuke or censure
look at thoughtfully; observe deep in thought consider as a possibility think intently and at length, as for spiritual purposes reflect deeply on a subject
the act of passing from one state or place to the next a section of text; particularly a section of medium length a way through or along which someone or something may pass the passing of a law by a legislative body a journey usually by ship a short section of a musical composition a path or channel or duct through or along which something may pass a bodily reaction of changing from one place or stage to another the motion of one object relative to another the act of passing something to another person
the totality of surrounding conditions the area in which something exists or lives
an impetuous rush toward someone or something (criminal law) a pleading describing some wrong or offense the price charged for some article or service the quantity of unbalanced electricity in a body (either positive or negative) and construed as an excess or deficiency of electrons attention and management implying responsibility for safety a special assignment that is given to a person or group a person committed to your care financial liabilities (such as a tax) (psychoanalysis) the libidinal energy invested in some idea or person or object the swift release of a store of affective force request for payment of a debt a formal statement of a command or injunction to do something an assertion that someone is guilty of a fault or offence heraldry consisting of a design or image depicted on a shield a quantity of explosive to be set off at one time to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle blame for, make a claim of wrongdoing or misbehavior against demand payment move quickly and violently assign a duty, responsibility or obligation to file a formal charge against make an accusatory claim fill or load to capacity enter a certain amount as a charge cause to be admitted; of persons to an institution give over to another for care or safekeeping pay with a credit card; pay with plastic money; postpone payment by recording a purchase as a debt lie down on command, of hunting dogs cause to be agitated, excited, or roused place a heraldic bearing on provide (a device) with something necessary direct into a position for use impose a task upon, assign a responsibility to instruct (a jury) about the law, its application, and the weighing of evidence instruct or command with authority attribute responsibility to set or ask for a certain price cause formation of a net electrical charge in or on energize a battery by passing a current through it in the direction opposite to discharge saturate
great coolness and composure under strain
stop from happening or developing
the intolerance and prejudice of a bigot
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally make a discovery, make a new finding make a discovery find unexpectedly make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret see for the first time; make a discovery identify as in botany or biology, for example
the part of a gunlock that strikes the percussion cap when the trigger is pulled a hand tool with a heavy rigid head and a handle; used to deliver an impulsive force by striking the ossicle attached to the eardrum a light drumstick with a rounded head that is used to strike such percussion instruments as chimes, kettledrums, marimbas, glockenspiels, etc. a heavy metal sphere attached to a flexible wire; used in the hammer throw a striker that is covered in felt and that causes the piano strings to vibrate a power tool for drilling rocks the act of pounding (delivering repeated heavy blows) beat with or as if with a hammer create by hammering
a support placed beneath or against something to keep it from shaking or falling any movable articles or objects used on the set of a play or movie a propeller that rotates to push against air support by placing against something solid or rigid
give qualities or abilities to give as a present; make a gift of
deeply agitated especially from emotion
the sound made by a pigeon speak softly or lovingly cry softly, as of pigeons
information about recent and important events rise or move forward cause to float with the tide be carried with the tide
the quality of having a superior or more favorable position (tennis) first point scored after deuce benefit resulting from some event or action give an advantage to
work out undergo development or evolution gain through experience
praise, glorify, or honor fill with sublime emotion heighten or intensify raise in rank, character, or status of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style
the scene of any event or action (especially the place of a meeting)
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a high steep bank (usually formed by river erosion) pretense that your position is stronger than it really is the act of bluffing in poker; deception by a false show of confidence in the strength of your cards deceive an opponent by a bold bet on an inferior hand with the result that the opponent withdraws a winning hand frighten someone by pretending to be stronger than one really is
to stress, single out as important give extra weight to (a communication)
not known or well known
lacking neatness or order wet or smeared with a spilled liquid or moist material (of soil) soft and watery not fitting closely; hanging loosely excessively or abnormally emotional marked by great carelessness
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of depth; not capable of being sounded or measured resembling an abyss in depth; so deep as to be unmeasurable impossible to come to understand
an enclosed armored military vehicle; has a cannon and moves on caterpillar treads a large (usually metallic) vessel for holding gases or liquids as much as a tank will hold a freight car that transports liquids or gases in bulk a cell for violent prisoners store in a tank by causing (something) to flow into it consume excessive amounts of alcohol treat in a tank
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someone who cooks food English navigator who claimed the east coast of Australia for Britain and discovered several Pacific islands (1728-1779) prepare a hot meal prepare for eating by applying heat transform and make suitable for consumption by heating tamper, with the purpose of deception transform by heating
in ancient times; long ago
to stress, single out as important give extra weight to (a communication) spoken with emphasis
the quality of being at a refreshingly low temperature great coolness and composure under strain make cool or cooler loose heat lose intensity neither warm nor very cold; giving relief from heat marked by calm self-control (especially in trying circumstances); unemotional (color) inducing the impression of coolness; used especially of greens and blues and violets psychologically cool and unenthusiastic; unfriendly or unresponsive or showing dislike (used of a number or sum) without exaggeration or qualification fashionable and attractive at the time; often skilled or socially adept
many times at short intervals
any collection of particles (e.g., smoke or dust) or gases that is visible a visible mass of water or ice particles suspended at a considerable altitude out of touch with reality a cause of worry or gloom or trouble suspicion affecting your reputation a group of many things in the air or on the ground make overcast or cloudy make less visible or unclear billow up in the form of a cloud make gloomy or depressed place under suspicion or cast doubt upon make less clear colour with streaks or blotches of different shades make milky or dull
making a strong or vivid impression producing a strong effect
a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality a relative position or degree of value in a graded group a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process height above ground indicator that establishes the horizontal when a bubble is centered in a tube of liquid a flat surface at right angles to a plumb line an abstract place usually conceived as having depth a structure consisting of a room or set of rooms at a single position along a vertical scale aim at tear down so as to make flat with the ground make level or straight direct into a position for use talk frankly with; lay it on the line become level or even having a surface without slope, tilt in which no part is higher or lower than another not showing abrupt variations being on a precise horizontal plane oriented at right angles to the plumb of the score in a contest
the quality of affording easy familiarity and sociability
cause to feel enthusiasm utter with enthusiasm
an unelaborated elementary awareness of stimulation someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field a general feeling of excitement and heightened interest a state of widespread public excitement and interest the faculty through which the external world is apprehended
a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated the ideal in terms of which something can be judged a board measure = 1980 board feet the value behind the money in a monetary system an upright pole or beam (especially one used as a support) any distinctive flag
oblong cream puff
a secret agent who incites suspected persons to commit illegal acts
the systematic use of spies to get military or political secrets
a particular branch of scientific knowledge ability to produce solutions in some problem domain
any area of the body that is highly sensitive to pain (as the flesh underneath the skin or a fingernail or toenail) accomplished rapidly and without delay hurried and brief moving quickly and lightly apprehending and responding with speed and sensitivity performed with little or no delay easily aroused or excited with little or no delay
pass time in a specific way pay out spend completely depleted of energy, force, or strength drained of energy or effectiveness; extremely tired; completely exhausted
present or use over, with no or few changes go back over
a tenth part; one part in ten equal parts position ten in a countable series of things
claim back reuse (materials from waste products) bring, lead, or force to abandon a wrong or evil course of life, conduct, and adopt a right one make useful again; transform from a useless or uncultivated state overcome the wildness of; make docile and tractable
meat from a domestic hog or pig a legislative appropriation designed to ingratiate legislators with their constituents
the chance to speak express in words report or maintain express a supposition have or contain a certain wording or form give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way communicate or express nonverbally utter aloud state as one's opinion or judgement; declare recite or repeat a fixed text indicate
creative activity (writing or pictures or films etc.) of no literary or artistic value other than to stimulate sexual desire
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any tiny hole admitting passage of a liquid (fluid or gas) any small opening in the skin or outer surface of an animal a minute epidermal pore in a leaf or stem through which gases and water vapor can pass direct one's attention on something
no longer in use
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of or relating to or having the characteristics of journalism
give moral or emotional strength to lessen pain or discomfort; alleviate providing freedom from worry affording comfort or solace
a formal ball held for a school class toward the end of the academic year
United States electrical engineer who devised the Dolby system used to reduce background noise in tape recording
carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in consume all of one's attention or time engage or hire for work ask to represent; of legal counsel give to in marriage get caught carry on (wars, battles, or campaigns) hire for work or assistance engage for service under a term of contract keep engaged
the flesh of a chicken used for food a domestic fowl bred for flesh or eggs; believed to have been developed from the red jungle fowl a person who lacks confidence, is irresolute and wishy-washy a foolhardy competition; a dangerous activity that is continued until one competitor becomes afraid and stops easily frightened
a person or thing that takes or can take the place of another an athlete who plays only when a starter on the team is replaced someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult) put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items be a substitute act as a substitute capable of substituting in any of several positions on a team serving or used in place of another artificial and inferior
a song of praise (to God or to a saint or to a nation) sing a hymn praise by singing a hymn
a feeling of intense dislike
a small vessel for travel on water a dish (often boat-shaped) for serving gravy or sauce ride in a boat on water
a support or foundation the position where a thing or person stands a growth of similar plants (usually trees) in a particular area a small table for holding articles of various kinds a support for displaying various articles an interruption of normal activity a mental position from which things are viewed a booth where articles are displayed for sale a stop made by a touring musical or theatrical group to give a performance tiered seats consisting of a structure (often made of wood) where people can sit to watch an event (game or parade) a platform where a (brass) band can play in the open air a defensive effort be standing; be upright be in some specified state or condition occupy a place or location, also metaphorically hold one's ground; maintain a position; be steadfast or upright put up with something or somebody unpleasant have or maintain a position or stand on an issue remain inactive or immobile be in effect; be or remain in force be tall; have a height of; copula put into an upright position withstand the force of something be available for stud services
the base part of a tree that remains standing after the tree has been felled the part of a limb or tooth that remains after the rest is removed (cricket) any of three upright wooden posts that form the wicket a platform raised above the surrounding level to give prominence to the person on it cause to be perplexed or confounded walk heavily travel through a district and make political speeches remove tree stumps from
the quality of being believable or trustworthy
give pleasure to or be pleasing to be the will of or have the will (to) give satisfaction experiencing or manifesting pleasure feeling pleasurable satisfaction over something by which you measures your self-worth
remove or make invisible wipe out digitally or magnetically recorded information cut or eliminate
the hair growing on the lower part of a man's face a tuft or growth of hairs or bristles on certain plants such as iris or grasses a person who diverts suspicion from someone (especially a woman who accompanies a male homosexual in order to conceal his homosexuality) hairy growth on or near the face of certain mammals tuft of strong filaments by which e.g. a mussel makes itself fast to a fixed surface go along the rim, like a beard around the chin
a time for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else) street names for methylenedioxymethamphetamine a usually brief attempt a board game for two players who place counters on a grid; the object is to surround and so capture the opponent's counters change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically follow a procedure or take a course move away from a place into another direction enter or assume a certain state or condition be awarded; be allotted have a particular form stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point follow a certain course be abolished or discarded be or continue to be in a certain condition make a certain noise or sound perform as expected when applied to be spent or finished progress by being changed continue to live through hardship or adversity pass, fare, or elapse; of a certain state of affairs or action pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life be in the right place or situation be ranked or compare begin or set in motion have a turn; make one's move in a game be contained in be sounded, played, or expressed blend or harmonize lead, extend, or afford access be the right size or shape; fit correctly or as desired go through in search of something; search through someone's belongings in an unauthorized way be spent give support (to) or make a choice (of) one out of a group or number stop operating or functioning
someone who torments a flat at each side of the stage to prevent the audience from seeing into the wings
someone who goes to see movies
write a script for written as for a film or play or broadcast
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pulled or drawn tight subjected to great tension; stretched tight
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a covering for the body (or parts of it) consisting of a dense growth of threadlike structures (as on the human head); helps to prevent heat loss a very small distance or space filamentous hairlike growth on a plant any of the cylindrical filaments characteristically growing from the epidermis of a mammal cloth woven from horsehair or camelhair; used for upholstery or stiffening in garments a filamentous projection or process on an organism
a person who shirks his work or duty (especially one who tries to evade military service in wartime)
binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent the part of the earth's surface covered with water (such as a river or lake or ocean) once thought to be one of four elements composing the universe (Empedocles) a facility that provides a source of water liquid excretory product a liquid necessary for the life of most animals and plants supply with water, as with channels or ditches or streams provide with water secrete or form water, as tears or saliva fill with tears
completely sealed; completely airtight
a stroke of luck a barb on a harpoon or arrow flat bladelike projection on the arm of an anchor either of the two lobes of the tail of a cetacean parasitic flatworms having external suckers for attaching to a host
provide entertainment for take into consideration, have in view maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)
a ball game played with a bat and ball between two teams of nine players; teams take turns at bat trying to score runs a ball used in playing baseball
position 20 in a countable series of things coming next after the nineteenth in position
any number of entities (members) considered as a unit (chemistry) two or more atoms bound together as a single unit and forming part of a molecule a set that is closed, associative, has an identity element and every element has an inverse arrange into a group or groups form a group or group together
deprive of strength or efficiency; make useless or worthless deprive of the use of a limb, especially a leg disabled in the feet or legs
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to cause to separate and go in different directions move away from each other;  spend frivolously and unwisely live a life of pleasure, especially with respect to alcoholic consumption unrestrained by convention or morality preoccupied with the pursuit of pleasure and especially games of chance
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walk in one's sleep
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the cardinal number that is the product of ten and three being ten more than twenty
the act of reducing the selling price of merchandise interest on an annual basis deducted in advance on a loan a refund of some fraction of the amount paid an amount or percentage deducted bar from attention or consideration give a reduction in price on
having or indicating good health in body or mind; free from infirmity or disease financially secure and functioning well promoting health; healthful exercising or showing good judgment large in amount or extent or degree
plundering with excessive damage and destruction make a pillaging or destructive raid on (a place), as in wartimes cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly ruinously destructive and wasting
thinking again about a choice previously made change one's mind
informal terms for insanity the quality of being rash and foolish foolish or senseless behavior
responsible for or chargeable with a reprehensible act showing a sense of guilt
the decade from 1960 to 1969 the time of life between 60 and 70 the cardinal number that is the product of ten and six
Russian author remembered for two great novels (1828-1910)
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an excited state of a stable particle causing a sharp maximum in the probability of absorption of electromagnetic radiation a vibration of large amplitude produced by a relatively small vibration near the same frequency of vibration as the natural frequency of the resonating system having the character of a loud deep sound; the quality of being resonant a relationship of mutual understanding or trust and agreement between people the quality imparted to voiced speech sounds by the action of the resonating chambers of the throat and mouth and nasal cavities
fate personified; any one of the three Weird Sisters suggesting the operation of supernatural influences strikingly odd or unusual; some weird effect of shadow"- Bram Stoker
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(Greek mythology) wife of Nereus and mother of the Nereids a small region of ancient Greece where the Doric dialect was spoken
in an impressively beautiful manner
come out into view, as from concealment come out of become known or apparent come up to the surface of or rise happen or occur as a result of something
the act of firing a projectile killing someone by gunfire hit with a missile from a weapon kill by firing a missile fire a shot make a film or photograph of something send forth suddenly, intensely, swiftly run or move very quickly or hastily move quickly and violently throw or propel in a specific direction or towards a specific objective record on photographic film emit (as light, flame, or fumes) suddenly and forcefully cause a sharp and sudden pain in force or drive (a fluid or gas) into by piercing variegate by interweaving weft threads of different colors throw dice, as in a crap game spend frivolously and unwisely score utter fast and forcefully measure the altitude of by using a sextant produce buds, branches, or germinate give an injection to
the shape of something rotating rapidly a convex fold or elevation in the surface of the brain the action of coiling or twisting or winding together
a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling a message whose ingenuity or verbal skill or incongruity has the power to evoke laughter (Middle Ages) one of the four fluids in the body whose balance was believed to determine your emotional and physical state the liquid parts of the body the quality of being funny the trait of appreciating (and being able to express) the humorous put into a good mood
act of bringing about a desired result cause to arise cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner cause to occur rapidly reason or establish by induction produce electric current by electrostatic or magnetic processes
cut teeth into; make a jagged cutting edge having a sharply uneven surface or outline having an irregularly notched or toothed margin as though gnawed
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cause to happen or to occur as a consequence
a heavy ductile magnetic metallic element; is silver-white in pure form but readily rusts; used in construction and tools and armament; plays a role in the transport of oxygen by the blood a golf club that has a relatively narrow metal head implement used to brand live stock home appliance consisting of a flat metal base that is heated and used to smooth cloth press and smooth with a heated iron extremely robust
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encourage or assent to illegally or criminally form intrigues (for) in an underhand manner acting together in secret toward a fraudulent or illegal end used of persons
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the short weak cry of a young bird a secret look look furtively cause to appear make high-pitched sounds speak in a hesitant and high-pitched tone of voice appear as though from hiding
show approval or appreciation of grant credentials to detect with the senses express greetings upon meeting someone express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for be fully aware or cognizant of perceive to be the same accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
a heavy long-handled hammer used to drive stakes or wedges beat with a sledgehammer
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an optical device for projecting a beam of light an optical instrument that projects an enlarged image onto a screen
be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly mistake one thing for another perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment
intelligent somewhat arboreal ape of equatorial African forests
an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition the occupation of athletes who compete for pay (Maine colloquial) a temporary summer resident of Maine a person known for the way she (or he) behaves when teased or defeated or subjected to trying circumstances someone who engages in sports (biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration verbal wit or mockery (often at another's expense but not to be taken seriously) wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner play boisterously
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embodiment in a new form (especially the reappearance or a person in another form) a second or new birth the Hindu or Buddhist doctrine that a person may be reborn successively into one of five classes of living beings (god or human or animal or hungry ghost or denizen of Hell) depending on the person's own actions
the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it be in charge of, act on, or dispose of interact in a certain way act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression touch, lift, or hold with the hands handle effectively show and train
a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence animal hunted or caught for food profit from in an exploitatory manner prey on or hunt for
characterized by or causing diminution or curtailment
something that is remembered the cognitive processes whereby past experience is remembered the power of retaining and recalling past experience an electronic memory device the area of cognitive psychology that studies memory processes
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searching for underground water or minerals by using a dowsing rod wet thoroughly use a divining rod in search of underground water or metal slacken cover with liquid; pour liquid onto
preparatory school work done outside school (especially at home)
the present time or age the day that includes the present moment (as opposed to yesterday or tomorrow) in these times on this day as distinct from yesterday or tomorrow
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stain by smearing or daubing with a dirty substance make a smudge on; soil by smudging cover (a surface) by smearing (a substance) over it charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone
blockage consisting of an object designed to fill a hole tightly a wad of something chewable as tobacco blatant or sensational promotion electrical device that fits into the cylinder head of an internal-combustion engine and ignites the gas by means of an electric spark an electrical device with two or three pins that is inserted in a socket to make an electrical connection an upright hydrant for drawing water to use in fighting a fire an old or over-worked horse fill or close tightly with or as if with a plug persist in working hard deliver a quick blow to make a plug for; praise the qualities or in order to sell or promote insert a plug into insert as a plug
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an act of deliberate betrayal the quality of aiding an enemy
a public act of violence by an unruly mob a state of disorder involving group violence a joke that seems extremely funny a wild gathering involving excessive drinking and promiscuity take part in a riot; disturb the public peace by engaging in a riot engage in boisterous, drunken merrymaking
United States composer who promoted 20th century music (1896-1985) a meeting for execution of a group's functions the time during which a school holds classes a meeting devoted to a particular activity a meeting of spiritualists
move or strike with a noise make a clicking or ticking sound click repeatedly or uncontrollably cause to make a snapping sound produce a click make a clucking sounds, characteristic of hens become clear or enter one's consciousness or emotions
the table in Christian churches where communion is given a raised structure on which gifts or sacrifices to a god are made
a small band of jazz musicians
a beverage made from cocoa powder and milk and sugar; usually drunk hot a food made from roasted ground cacao beans a medium brown to dark-brown color
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a festival marked by merrymaking and processions a frenetic disorganized (and often comic) disturbance suggestive of a large public entertainment a traveling show; having sideshows and rides and games of skill etc.
cover completely or make imperceptible get rid of as if by submerging die from being submerged in water, getting water into the lungs, and asphyxiating kill by submerging in water be covered with or submerged in a liquid
causing dejection
the philosophical doctrine that environment is more important than heredity in determining intellectual growth the activity of protecting the environment from pollution or destruction
make into a demon
an occurrence of something a special set of circumstances a comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy the actual state of things a portable container for carrying several objects a person requiring professional services a person who is subjected to experimental or other observational procedures; someone who is an object of investigation a problem requiring investigation a statement of facts and reasons used to support an argument the quantity contained in a case nouns or pronouns or adjectives (often marked by inflection) related in some way to other words in a sentence a specific state of mind that is temporary a person of a specified kind (usually with many eccentricities) a specific size and style of type within a type family an enveloping structure or covering enclosing an animal or plant organ or part the housing or outer covering of something the enclosing frame around a door or window opening (printing) the receptacle in which a compositor has his type, which is divided into compartments for the different letters, spaces, or numbers bed linen consisting of a cover for a pillow a glass container used to store and display items in a shop or museum or home look over, usually with the intention to rob enclose in, or as if in, a case
a fragment broken off from the edge or face of stone or ore and having at least one thin edge
a keyboard instrument that is played by depressing keys that cause hammers to strike tuned strings and produce sounds (music) low loudness used chiefly as a direction or description in music used as a direction in music; to be played relatively softly
clear or deep perception of a situation a feeling of understanding the clear (and often sudden) understanding of a complex situation grasping the inner nature of things intuitively
sour-tasting liquid produced usually by oxidation of the alcohol in wine or cider and used as a condiment or food preservative dilute acetic acid
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an outbuilding with a single story; used for shelter or storage get rid of pour out in drops or small quantities or as if in drops or small quantities cause or allow (a solid substance) to flow or run out or over cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers
operate a dial to select a telephone number choose by means of a dial
the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100
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a public toilet in a military area
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the smallest possible quantity the point on a curve where the tangent changes from negative on the left to positive on the right the least possible
seemingly outside normal sensory channels not in accordance with scientific laws
the quality or state of being mortal the ratio of deaths in an area to the population of that area; expressed per 1000 per year
a storm in which violent winds are drawn into the column of hot air rising over a severely bombed area an outburst of controversy
optical device that helps a user to find the target of interest
the sound of laughing the activity of laughing; the manifestation of joy or mirth or scorn
not conditional not modified or restricted by reservations not contingent; not determined or influenced by someone or something else
carefree and happy and lighthearted
an unbroken series of events a distinctive characteristic a narrow marking of a different color or texture from the background a sudden flash (as of lightning) move quickly in a straight line run naked in a public place mark with spots or blotches of different color or shades of color as if stained
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an entertainer who performs a dramatic or musical work for an audience
a playing card in the suit that has been declared trumps (card games) the suit that has been declared to rank above all other suits for the duration of the hand a brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; has a narrow tube and a flared bell and is played by means of valves produce a sound as if from a trumpet get the better of play a trump proclaim or announce with or as if with a fanfare
a diagram or picture illustrating textual material alternative names for the body of a human being one of the elements that collectively form a system of numeration a model of a bodily form (especially of a person) a well-known or notable person a combination of points and lines and planes that form a visible palpable shape an amount of money expressed numerically the impression produced by a person the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals language used in a figurative or nonliteral sense a unitary percept having structure and coherence that is the object of attention and that stands out against a ground a decorative or artistic work a predetermined set of movements in dancing or skating judge to be probable be or play a part of or in imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind make a mathematical calculation or computation understand
failure that results in a loss of position or reputation the falling to earth of any form of water (rain or snow or hail or sleet or mist) a sudden decline in strength or number or importance
make false by mutilation or addition; as of a message or story lacking orderly continuity
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a carnival performer who does disgusting acts a person with an unusual or odd personality
the process of purifying a liquid by boiling it and condensing its vapors a purified liquid produced by condensation from a vapor during distilling; the product of distilling
consider unlikely or have doubts about lack confidence in or have doubts about marked by or given to doubt
give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance apply oneself diligently travel a route regularly join together as by twisting, weaving, or molding wield vigorously use diligently
lack of experience and the knowledge and understanding derived from experience
(sports) the act of swinging or striking at a ball with a club or racket or bat or cue or hand the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam a sudden loss of consciousness resulting when the rupture or occlusion of a blood vessel leads to oxygen lack in the brain a light touch a light touch with the hands (golf) the unit of scoring in golf is the act of hitting the ball with a club the oarsman nearest the stern of the shell who sets the pace for the rest of the crew anything that happens suddenly or by chance without an apparent cause a punctuation mark (/) used to separate related items of information a mark made on a surface by a pen, pencil, or paintbrush any one of the repeated movements of the limbs and body used for locomotion in swimming or rowing a single complete movement touch lightly and repeatedly, as with brushing motions strike a ball with a smooth blow row at a particular rate treat gingerly or carefully
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let fall to the ground to fall vertically go down in value fall or descend to a lower place or level terminate an association with utter with seeming casualness; drop names" stop pursuing or acting leave or unload cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow lose (a game) pay out lower the pitch of (musical notes) hang freely stop associating with let or cause to fall in drops get rid of take (a drug, especially LSD), by mouth omit (a letter or syllable) in speaking or writing leave undone or leave out change from one level to another fall or sink into a state of exhaustion or death grow worse give birth; used for animals
good luck in making unexpected and fortunate discoveries
call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) evoke or provoke to appear or occur provide the needed stimulus for annoy continually or chronically
capable of being apprehended or understood well articulated or enunciated, and loud enough to be heard distinctly
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a medicine used to relieve pain
a Scandinavian language that is the official language of Sweden and one of two official languages of Finland of or relating to or characteristic of Sweden or its people or culture or language
make a sound like frying fat seethe with deep anger or resentment burn or sear with a sizzling sound hot enough to burn with or as if with a hissing sound characterized by intense emotion or interest or excitement
become gelatinous
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lacking in schooling
life after death
expressing yourself readily, clearly, effectively
deficient in amount or quality or extent
record in writing; enter into a book of names or events or transactions record in a public office or in a court of law enroll to vote be aware of indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments have one's name listed as a candidate for several parties show in one's face manipulate the registers of an organ send by registered mail enter into someone's consciousness
the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number used of a single unit or thing; not two or more
urgently needed; absolutely necessary performing an essential function in the living body full of spirit manifesting or characteristic of life
following the third position; number four in a countable series one of four equal parts the musical interval between one note and another four notes away from it coming next after the third and just before the fifth in position or time or degree or magnitude in the fourth place
a promotional statement (as found on the dust jackets of books) a speech seconding a motion formal and explicit approval a signature that validates something the act of endorsing
make certain of be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something
express in speech exchange thoughts; talk with use language give a speech to make a characteristic or natural sound
street names for marijuana an ignorant or foolish person carbonated drink flavored with extract from kola nuts (`dope' is a southernism in the United States) slang terms for inside information take drugs to improve one's athletic performance add impurities to (a semiconductor) in order to produce or modify its properties give a narcotic to
designating the generation of organisms from which hybrid offspring are produced relating to or characteristic of or befitting a parent
make an etching of cause to stand out or be clearly defined or visible carve or cut into a block used for printing or print from such a block carve or cut a design or letters into selectively dissolve the surface of (a semiconductor or printed circuit) with a solvent, laser, or stream of electrons cut or impressed into a surface
the killing of a human being by another human being
beyond belief or understanding having a probability too low to inspire belief
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having superior power and influence
twist and press out of shape
large room used mainly for dancing
a message received and understood knowledge acquired through study or experience or instruction formal accusation of a crime a collection of facts from which conclusions may be drawn (communication theory) a numerical measure of the uncertainty of an outcome
an adherent of fascism or other right-wing authoritarian views relating to or characteristic of fascism
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a person who is almost identical to another a group of genetically identical cells or organisms derived from a single cell or individual by some kind of asexual reproduction an unauthorized copy or imitation make multiple identical copies of
at a steady rate or pace in a steady manner
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a river that rises in northeastern New Mexico and flows eastward into Oklahoma where it becomes a tributary of the Arkansas River wild sheep of mountainous regions of western North America having massive curled horns
a political theory advocating an authoritarian hierarchical government (as opposed to democracy or liberalism)
causing or marked by grief or anguish
an anniversary of the day on which a person was born (or the celebration of it) the date on which a person was born
cause to tilt mark with a tip give a tip or gratuity to in return for a service, beyond the compensation agreed on cause to topple or tumble by pushing to incline or bend from a vertical position walk on one's toes strike lightly give insider information or advise to remove the tip from having a tip; or having a tip as specified (used in combination) departing or being caused to depart from the true vertical or horizontal
sound of any kind (especially unintelligible or dissonant sound) the auditory experience of sound that lacks musical quality; sound that is a disagreeable auditory experience electrical or acoustic activity that can disturb communication a loud outcry of protest or complaint incomprehensibility resulting from irrelevant information or meaningless facts or remarks the quality of lacking any predictable order or plan emit a noise
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a presentation to the mind in the form of an idea or image a creation that is a visual or tangible rendering of someone or something the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent a body of legislators that serve in behalf of some constituency a factual statement made by one party in order to induce another party to enter into a contract a performance of a play a statement of facts and reasons made in appealing or protesting the right of being represented by delegates who have a voice in some legislative body an activity that stands as an equivalent of something or results in an equivalent
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someone who takes vengeance
not easy to believe in an unbelievable manner
a room in a school where lessons take place
fail by aiming too high or trying too hard beat through cleverness and wit
flow off gradually deplete of resources empty of liquid; drain the liquid from make weak emptied or exhausted of (as by drawing off e.g. water or other liquid) very tired drained of electric charge; discharged
a substance that is liquid at room temperature and pressure the state in which a substance exhibits a characteristic readiness to flow with little or no tendency to disperse and relatively high incompressibility fluid matter having no fixed shape but a fixed volume a frictionless continuant that is not a nasal consonant (especially `l' and `r') existing as or having characteristics of a liquid; especially tending to flow filled or brimming with tears clear and bright changed from a solid to a liquid state smooth and flowing in quality; entirely free of harshness smooth and unconstrained in movement in cash or easily convertible to cash
in a stupid manner
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born out of wedlock
speak as if delivering a sermon; express moral judgements
the act of invading; the act of an army that invades for conquest or plunder any entry into an area not previously occupied (pathology) the spread of pathogenic microorganisms or malignant cells to new sites in the body
a state of motor and mental inactivity with a partial suspension of sensibility inactivity resulting from lethargy and lack of vigor or energy
impart knowledge of some fact, state or affairs, or event to give character or essence to act as an informer
come or bring to a finish or an end; others finished in over 4 hours" bring to a whole, with all the necessary parts or elements complete or carry out complete a pass write all the required information onto a form successfully completed or brought to an end (of a marriage) completed by the first act of sexual intercourse after the ceremony caught
the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number a single person or thing
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a body of water cut off from a larger body by a reef of sand or coral
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the extended spatial location of something a part of an animal that has a special function or is supplied by a given artery or nerve a large indefinite location on the surface of the Earth the approximate amount of something (usually used prepositionally as in `in the region of') a knowledge domain that you are interested in or are communicating about
a quantity that is added a change resulting in an increase a process of becoming larger or longer or more numerous or more important the amount by which something increases the act of increasing something become bigger or greater in amount make bigger or more
Spanish composer and pianist (1876-1946)
being five more than one hundred twenty
form a mental image of something that is not present or that is not the case expect, believe, or suppose
a New Testament book describing the development of the early church from Christ's Ascension to Paul's sojourn at Rome a legal document codifying the result of deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body something that people do or cause to happen a subdivision of a play or opera or ballet a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program a manifestation of insincerity perform an action, or work out or perform (an action) behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself play a role or part discharge one's duties pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind be suitable for theatrical performance have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected be engaged in an activity, often for no particular purpose other than pleasure behave unnaturally or affectedly perform on a stage or theater
grow too large become overgrown grow beyond or across covered with growing plants abounding in usually unwanted vegetation
the condition of bearing fruit enjoyment derived from use or possession something that is made real or concrete
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for the most part
a loud harsh or strident noise make a strident sound make a loud noise
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marked by or given to imitation (of words) formed in imitation of a natural sound not genuine; imitating something superior
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bar from attention or consideration cease to consider; put out of judicial consideration stop associating with terminate the employment of; discharge from an office or position end one's encounter with somebody by causing or permitting the person to leave declare void having lost your job
the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals a natural event that involves a change in the position or location of something a change of position that does not entail a change of location a state of change a formal proposal for action made to a deliberative assembly for discussion and vote the act of changing location from one place to another an optical illusion of motion produced by viewing a rapid succession of still pictures of a moving object show, express or direct through movement
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an inhabitant of a western area; especially of the U.S.
a relationship of mutual understanding or trust and agreement between people
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the activity of worshipping a feeling of profound love and admiration love unquestioningly and uncritically or to excess; venerate as an idol show devotion to (a deity) attend religious services
elegance by virtue of being fashionable display proudly; act ostentatiously or pretentiously imposingly fashionable and elegant
in a paradoxical manner
Scottish insurgent who led the resistance to Edward I; in 1297 he gained control of Scotland briefly until Edward invaded Scotland again and defeated Wallace and subsequently executed him (1270-1305) English writer noted for his crime novels (1875-1932) English naturalist who formulated a concept of evolution that resembled Charles Darwin's (1823-1913)
the highest point (of something) the point on the celestial sphere toward which the sun and solar system appear to be moving relative to the fixed stars
using or containing too many words
the state of being present; current existence the immediate proximity of someone or something an invisible spiritual being felt to be nearby the impression that something is present dignified manner or conduct the act of being present
a square piece of cloth used for wiping the eyes or nose or as a costume accessory
something determined in relation to something that includes it something less than the whole of a human artifact the allotment of some amount by dividing something assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you) money or property brought by a woman to her husband at marriage an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal give out
the verbal act of offering something offered (as a proposal or bid) a usually brief attempt make available or accessible, provide or furnish present for acceptance or rejection agree freely put forward for consideration offer verbally make available for sale propose a payment produce or introduce on the stage present as an act of worship mount or put up make available; provide ask (someone) to marry you threaten to do something
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a person who operates a farm United States civil rights leader who in 1942 founded the Congress of Racial Equality (born in 1920) an expert on cooking whose cookbook has undergone many editions (1857-1915)
bring order and organization to bring into common action, movement, or condition be co-ordinated bring (components or parts) into proper or desirable coordination correlation operating as a unit being dexterous in the use of more than one set of muscle movements intentionally matched
United States film actor (born in 1956) a coil of rope or wool or yarn
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the product of voltage and current
someone who cuts or carves stone someone who carves the meat someone whose work is cutting (as e.g. cutting cloth for garments) a boat for communication between ship and shore a sailing vessel with a single mast set further back than the mast of a sloop a cutting implement; a tool for cutting
lacking companions or companionship marked by dejection from being alone characterized by or preferring solitude devoid of creatures
prove capable or fit; meet requirements pronounce fit or able make more specific make fit or prepared specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement describe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of add a modifier to a constituent
fruit (especially peach) whose flesh adheres strongly to the pit come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation to remain emotionally or intellectually attached hold on tightly or tenaciously
strange and unconventional behavior (geometry) a ratio describing the shape of a conic section; the ratio of the distance between the foci to the length of the major axis a circularity that has a different center or deviates from a circular path
a neutral achromatic color midway between white and black clothing that is a grey color any organization or party whose uniforms or badges are grey horse of a light gray or whitish color the SI unit of energy absorbed from ionizing radiation; equal to the absorption of one joule of radiation energy by one kilogram of matter; one gray equals 100 rad English radiobiologist in whose honor the gray (the SI unit of energy for the absorbed dose of radiation) was named (1905-1965) English poet best known for his elegy written in a country churchyard (1716-1771) American navigator who twice circumnavigated the globe and who discovered the Columbia River (1755-1806) United States botanist who specialized in North American flora and who was an early supporter of Darwin's theories of evolution (1810-1888) make grey turn grey of an achromatic color of any lightness intermediate between the extremes of white and black showing characteristics of age, especially having grey or white hair used to signify the Confederate forces in the American Civil War (who wore grey uniforms) intermediate in character or position
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the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.
a line determining the limits of an area the line or plane indicating the limit or extent of something the greatest possible degree of something a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards move forward by leaps and bounds form the boundary of; be contiguous to place limits on (extent or access) spring back; spring away from an impact stick to firmly create social or emotional ties make fast; tie or secure, with or as if with a rope wrap around with something so as to cover or enclose secure with or as if with ropes bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted provide with a binding fasten or secure with a rope, string, or cord form a chemical bond with cause to be constipated confined by bonds held with another element, substance or material in chemical or physical union secured with a cover or binding; often used as a combining form (usually followed by `to') governed by fate covered or wrapped with a bandage headed or intending to head in a certain direction; often used as a combining form as in `college-bound students' bound by an oath bound by contract confined in the bowels
on the lower or downward side; on the underside of under or below an object or a surface; at a lower place or level; directly beneath
Irish mathematician (1806-1865) English beauty who was the mistress of Admiral Nelson (1765-1815) United States toxicologist known for her work on industrial poisons (1869-1970) United States statesman and leader of the Federalists; as the first Secretary of the Treasury he establish a federal bank; was mortally wounded in a duel with Aaron Burr (1755-1804) a port city in southeastern Ontario at the western end of Lake Ontario the capital of Bermuda
more distant in especially space or time more distant in especially degree to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (`further' is used more often than `farther' in this abstract sense) to or at a greater distance in time or space (`farther' is used more frequently than `further' in this physical sense) to a considerable degree; very much at or to or from a great distance in space at or to a certain point or degree remote in time to an advanced stage or point
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a vessel containing liquid in which something is immersed (as to process it or to maintain it at a constant temperature or to lubricate it) you soak and wash your body in a bathtub a relatively large open container that you fill with water and use to wash the body an ancient Hebrew liquid measure equal to about 10 gallons a town in southwestern England on the River Avon; famous for its hot springs and Roman remains a room (as in a residence) containing a bathtub or shower and usually a washbasin and toilet clean one's body by immersion into water
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gush forth in a sudden stream or jet praise enthusiastically issue in a jet; come out in a jet; stream or spring forth flowing profusely uttered with unrestrained enthusiasm extravagantly demonstrative
slightly wet
a word or expression used for some particular thing a limited period of time (usually plural) a statement of what is required as part of an agreement any distinct quantity contained in a polynomial one of the substantive phrases in a logical proposition the end of gestation or point at which birth is imminent (architecture) a statue or a human bust or an animal carved out of the top of a square pillar; originally used as a boundary marker in ancient Rome name formally or designate with a term
of or relating to holography or holograms written entirely in one's own hand written wholly in the handwriting of the signer
a language unit by which a person or thing is known a person's reputation family based on male descent a well-known or notable person by the sanction or authority of a defamatory or abusive word or phrase assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to give the name or identifying characteristics of; refer to by name or some other identifying characteristic property charge with a function; charge to be create and charge with a task or function mention and identify by name make reference to identify as in botany or biology, for example give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of determine or distinguish the nature of a problem or an illness through a diagnostic analysis
a philosopher who believes that universals are real and exist independently of anyone thinking of them a person who accepts the world as it literally is and deals with it accordingly a painter who represents the world realistically and not in an idealized or romantic style
a drama set to music; consists of singing with orchestral accompaniment and an orchestral overture and interludes a commercial browser a building where musical dramas are performed
a place off to the side of an area the point where two lines meet or intersect an interior angle formed by two meeting walls the intersection of two streets the point where three areas or surfaces meet or intersect a small concavity a temporary monopoly on a kind of commercial trade a predicament from which a skillful or graceful escape is impossible a projecting part where two sides or edges meet a remote area (architecture) solid exterior angle of a building; especially one formed by a cornerstone gain control over force a person or an animal into a position from which he cannot escape turn a corner
mental responsiveness and awareness refined sensitivity to pleasurable or painful impressions (physiology) responsiveness to external stimuli; the faculty of sensation
argue with one another think about carefully; weigh discuss the pros and cons of an issue have an argument about something
explosive consisting of a yellow crystalline compound that is a flammable toxic derivative of toluene
a future prospect or potential capability of existing or happening or being true a tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena a possible alternative
aware or expressing awareness of things as they really are representing what is real; not abstract or ideal of or relating to the philosophical doctrine of realism
Canadian filmmaker (born in 1926)
the action of accomplishing something an ability that has been acquired by training
water at boiling temperature diffused in the atmosphere travel by means of steam power emit steam rise as vapor get very angry clean by means of steaming cook something by letting steam pass over it
a quick throw start suddenly, as from fright throw quickly lacking self-confidence short wary and distrustful; disposed to avoid persons or things
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the decade from 1880 to 1889 the decade from 1980 to 1989 the time of life between 80 and 90 the cardinal number that is the product of ten and eight
the attribute of accepting the facts of life and favoring practicality and literal truth the state of being actual or real (philosophy) the philosophical doctrine that physical objects continue to exist when not perceived an artistic movement in 19th century France; artists and writers strove for detailed realistic and factual description (philosophy) the philosophical doctrine that abstract concepts exist independent of their names
apart from others
weight down with a load present with a bias made heavy or weighted down with weariness adjusted to reflect value or proportion
status with respect to the relations between people or groups a relation that provides the foundation for something a place providing support for the foot in standing or climbing pay for something walk add a column of numbers
the quality of being hypocritically devout
inhabit or live in; be an inhabitant of fill with inhabitants furnished with inhabitants
a complete failure the chest of a woman a sculpture of the head and shoulders of a person an occasion for excessive eating or drinking ruin completely search without warning, make a sudden surprise attack on separate or cause to separate abruptly go to pieces break open or apart suddenly and forcefully
the activity of communicating; the activity of conveying information something that is communicated by or to or between people or groups a connection allowing access between persons or places
buildings for carrying on industrial labor (botany) a living organism lacking the power of locomotion an actor situated in the audience whose acting is rehearsed but seems spontaneous to the audience something planted secretly for discovery by another put or set (seeds, seedlings, or plants) into the ground fix or set securely or deeply set up or lay the groundwork for place into a river place something or someone in a certain position in order to secretly observe or deceive put firmly in the mind
not inhibited or restrained
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inhabit or live in; be an inhabitant of fill with inhabitants
goods or money obtained illegally the act of stealing valuable things from a place steal goods; take as spoils
an injury to the neck (the cervical vertebrae) resulting from rapid acceleration or deceleration (as in an automobile accident) a quick blow delivered with a whip or whiplike object
(baseball) playing the position of catcher on a baseball team the act of detecting something; catching sight of something becoming infected discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state perceive with the senses quickly, suddenly, or momentarily reach with a blow or hit in a particular spot take hold of so as to seize or restrain or stop the motion of succeed in catching or seizing, especially after a chase to hook or entangle attract and fix capture as if by hunting, snaring, or trapping reach in time get or regain something necessary, usually quickly or briefly catch up with and possibly overtake be struck or affected by check oneself during an action hear, usually without the knowledge of the speakers see or watch cause to become accidentally or suddenly caught, ensnared, or entangled detect a blunder or misstep grasp with the mind or develop an understanding of contract start burning perceive by hearing suffer from the receipt of attract; cause to be enamored apprehend and reproduce accurately take in and retain spread or be communicated be the catcher become aware of delay or hold up; prevent from proceeding on schedule or as planned (of disease) capable of being transmitted by infection
an acknowledgment or expression of goodwill at parting the act of departing politely
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense set in motion, cause to start begin to speak or say be the first item or point, constitute the beginning or start, come first in a series have a beginning, of a temporal event have a beginning characterized in some specified way begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object achieve or accomplish in the least degree, usually used in the negative begin to speak, understand, read, and write a language
undisputed credibility
characterized by unrest or disorder or insubordination
widely cultivated as a groundcover for its dark green shiny leaves and usually blue-violet flowers any evergreen shrub or tree of the genus Myrtus
an irrational motive for performing trivial or repetitive actions, even against your will an unhealthy and compulsive preoccupation with something or someone
in an adequate manner or to an adequate degree
a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished an arrangement scheme scale drawing of a structure have the will and intention to carry out some action make plans for something make or work out a plan for; devise make a design of; plan out in systematic, often graphic form
an abrupt excited utterance a loud complaint or protest or reproach an exclamatory rhetorical device
characterized by water flying about haphazardly marked by ostentation but often tasteless covered with patches of bright color
as the end result of a succession or process
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someone who designs or supplies costumes (as for a play or masquerade)
anything that contributes causally to a result an abstract part of something one of two or more integers that can be exactly divided into another integer a businessman who buys or sells for another in exchange for a commission any of the numbers (or symbols) that form a product when multiplied together an independent variable in statistics (genetics) a segment of DNA that is involved in producing a polypeptide chain; it can include regions preceding and following the coding DNA as well as introns between the exons; it is considered a unit of heredity resolve into factors be a contributing factor consider as relevant when making a decision
the excess of revenues over outlays in a given period of time (including depreciation and other non-cash expenses) the advantageous quality of being beneficial derive a benefit from make a profit; gain money or materially
(psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense the physical condition of being stretched or strained a balance between and interplay of opposing elements or tendencies (especially in art or literature) (physics) a stress that produces an elongation of an elastic physical body feelings of hostility that are not manifest the action of stretching something tight
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a plant consisting of one or more buildings with facilities for manufacturing
put down or press the foot, place the foot tread or stomp heavily or roughly crush as if by treading on brace (an archer's bow) by pressing the foot against the center apply (the tread) to a tire mate with
an ornamental but poisonous flowering shrub having narrow evergreen leaves and clusters of fragrant white to pink or red flowers: native to East Indies but widely cultivated in warm regions
a person who places expediency above principle
subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition deal with in a routine way perform mathematical and logical operations on (data) according to programmed instructions in order to obtain the required information institute legal proceedings against; file a suit against march in a procession shape, form, or improve a material deliver a warrant or summons to someone subjected to a special process or treatment freed from impurities by processing prepared or converted from a natural state by subjecting to a special process
any of various large keen-sighted diurnal birds of prey noted for their broad wings and strong soaring flight (golf) a score of two strokes under par on a hole a former gold coin in the United States worth 10 dollars an emblem representing power shoot two strokes under par shoot in two strokes under par
the quality of doing what is right and avoiding what is wrong any admirable quality or attribute morality with respect to sexual relations a particular moral excellence
make or become black burn slightly and superficially so as to affect color
a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena a tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena a belief that can guide behavior
the quality of being unfaithful
brusque and surly and forbidding
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extremely evil or cruel; expressive of cruelty or befitting hell of or relating to Satan
an ignorant or foolish person either of two soft fleshy milk-secreting glandular organs on the chest of a woman commit a faux pas or a fault or make a serious mistake
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short descriptive summary (of events) a summary of your academic and work history take up or begin anew return to a previous location or condition assume anew give a summary (of)
characteristic of those having an inflated idea of their own importance characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance
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with skill
extremely alarming
uplifting enlightenment a deliberately invalid argument displaying ingenuity in reasoning in the hope of deceiving someone being expert or having knowledge of some technical subject the quality or character of being intellectually sophisticated and worldly through cultivation or experience or disillusionment falsification by the use of sophistry; misleading by means of specious fallacies
the uneven manner of walking that results from an injured leg walk impeded by some physical limitation or injury proceed slowly or with difficulty
a mechanical device for gripping an object the act of catching an object with the hands take hold of so as to seize or restrain or stop the motion of get hold of or seize quickly and easily make a grasping or snatching motion with the hand obtain illegally or unscrupulously take or grasp suddenly capture the attention or imagination of
(computer science) written programs or procedures or rules and associated documentation pertaining to the operation of a computer system and that are stored in read/write memory
a state in the western United States; settled in 1847 by Mormons led by Brigham Young
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in a giddy light-headed manner
freeing from false belief or illusions
a relatively long dagger with a straight blade
vigorous and enthusiastic enjoyment
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the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals a natural event that involves a change in the position or location of something a change of position that does not entail a change of location a state of change a formal proposal for action made to a deliberative assembly for discussion and vote the act of changing location from one place to another an optical illusion of motion produced by viewing a rapid succession of still pictures of a moving object show, express or direct through movement
a circular segment of a curve the act of changing or reversing the direction of the course (game) the activity of doing something in an agreed succession an unforeseen development a movement in a new direction the act of turning away or in the opposite direction turning or twisting around (in place) a time for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else) (sports) a division during which one team is on the offensive a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program a favor for someone taking a short walk out and back change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense undergo a transformation or a change of position or action undergo a change or development cause to move around or rotate change to the contrary pass to the other side of pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become let (something) fall or spill from a container move around an axis or a center cause to move around a center so as to show another side of to send or let go to break and turn over earth especially with a plow shape by rotating on a lathe or cutting device or a wheel change color twist suddenly so as to sprain cause to change or turn into something different; assume new characteristics accomplish by rotating get by buying and selling cause to move along an axis or into a new direction channel one's attention, interest, thought, or attention toward or away from something cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form alter the functioning or setting of direct at someone have recourse to or make an appeal or request for help or information to go sour or spoil become officially one year older
young goose
a point located with respect to surface features of some region any area set aside for a particular purpose an abstract mental location a general vicinity the post or function properly or customarily occupied or served by another a particular situation where you live at a particular time a job in an organization the particular portion of space occupied by something proper or designated social situation a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane) the passage that is being read proper or appropriate position or location a public square with room for pedestrians an item on a list or in a sequence a blank area put into a certain place or abstract location place somebody in a particular situation or location assign a rank or rating to assign a location to to arrange for take a place in a competition; often followed by an ordinal intend (something) to move towards a certain goal recognize as being; establish the identity of someone or something assign to (a job or a home) locate estimate identify the location or place of make an investment assign to a station finish second or better in a horse or dog race sing a note with the correct pitch
of or relating to futurism
bring up a topic for discussion of a cask or barrel
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surface layer of ground containing a mat of grass and grass roots the territory claimed by a juvenile gang as its own range of jurisdiction or influence cover (the ground) with a surface layer of grass or grass roots
deliver a sermon speak, plead, or argue in favor of
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the time of person's life when they are a child the state of a child between infancy and adolescence
the fluid (red in vertebrates) that is pumped through the body by the heart and contains plasma, blood cells, and platelets temperament or disposition a dissolute man in fashionable society the descendants of one individual people viewed as members of a group smear with blood, as in a hunting initiation rite, where the face of a person is smeared with the blood of the kill
the place where something begins, where it springs into being properties attributable to your ancestry an event that is a beginning; a first part or stage of subsequent events the point of intersection of coordinate axes; where the values of the coordinates are all zero the source of something's existence or from which it derives or is derived the descendants of one individual
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a pen that has a small metal ball as the point of transfer of ink to paper
hang freely cause to be held in suspension in a fluid bar temporarily; from school, office, etc. stop a process or a habit by imposing a freeze on it make inoperative or stop render temporarily ineffective
go or come after and bring or take back be sold for a certain price take away or remove
continue to live through hardship or adversity continue in existence after (an adversity, etc.) support oneself live longer than still in existence
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of or relating to the theory of reductionism
a person who follows the basic theories or practices of Sigmund Freud of or relating to Sigmund Freud or his psychoanalytic ideas
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relating to or using or proceeding by means of symbols serving as a visible symbol for something abstract using symbolism
the process whereby something is shed loss of bits of outer skin by peeling or shedding or coming off in scales get rid of pour out in drops or small quantities or as if in drops or small quantities cause or allow (a solid substance) to flow or run out or over cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers
used as intensifiers of a dreadful kind in a terrible manner
lacking grace in movement or posture not elegant or graceful in expression difficult to handle or manage especially because of shape showing lack of skill or aptitude
the activity of flying a glider rise rapidly fly by means of a hang glider fly upwards or high in the sky go or move upward fly a plane without an engine ascending to a level markedly higher than the usual of imposing height; especially standing out above others
(used of persons or artifacts) marked by independence and creativity in thought or action
use up (resources or materials) no longer sufficient
an orderly arrangement an impressive display especially fine or decorative clothing an arrangement of aerials spaced to give desired directional characteristics lay out orderly or logically in a line or as if in a line align oneself with a group or a way of thinking
the act of slowing down or falling behind the time between one event, process, or period and another one of several thin slats of wood forming the sides of a barrel or bucket hang (back) or fall (behind) in movement, progress, development, etc. lock up or confine, in or as in a jail throw or pitch at a mark, as with coins cover with lagging to prevent heat loss
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Christian martyr; patron saint of England; hero of the legend of Saint George and the Dragon in which he slew a dragon and saved a princess (?-303) King of Great Britain and Ireland and emperor of India from 1936 to 1947; he succeeded Edward VIII (1895-1952) King of Great Britain and Ireland and emperor of India from 1910 to 1936; gave up his German title in 1917 during World War I (1865-1936) King of Great Britain and Ireland and Hanover from 1820 to 1830; his attempt to divorce his estranged wife undermined the prestige of the Crown (1762-1830) King of Great Britain and Ireland from 1760 to 1820; the American colonies were lost during his reign; he became insane in 1811 and his son (later George IV) acted as regent until 1820 (1738-1820) King of Great Britain and Elector of Hanover from 1727 to 1760 (1683-1760) Elector of Hanover and the first Hanoverian King of Great Britain and Ireland from 1714 to 1727 (1660-1727)
in a cheerful manner
to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition that has been violently compressed
an assumption that is taken for granted cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense be the cause or source of transfer possession of something concrete or abstract to somebody convey or reveal information convey, as of a compliment, regards, attention, etc.; bestow organize or be responsible for convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture give as a present; make a gift of cause to happen or be responsible for dedicate give or supply transmit (knowledge or skills) bring about leave with; give temporarily emit or utter endure the loss of place into the hands or custody of give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause give (as medicine) give or convey physically bestow bestow, especially officially move in order to make room for someone for something give food to contribute to some cause break down, literally or metaphorically estimate the duration or outcome of something execute and deliver deliver in exchange or recompense afford access to present to view perform for an audience be flexible under stress of physical force propose accord by verdict manifest or show offer in good faith submit for consideration, judgment, or use guide or direct, as by behavior of persuasion allow to have or take inflict as a punishment occur consent to engage in sexual intercourse with a man proffer (a body part) acknowledged as a supposition (usually followed by `to') naturally disposed toward
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thinking again about a choice previously made an addition that was not included in the original plan
a person who has never had sex (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Virgo the sixth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about August 23 to September 22 being used or worked for the first time in a state of sexual virginity
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conspicuously and tastelessly indecent not far removed from or suggestive of nature hearty and lusty of or consisting of or resembling earth sensible and practical
generic name for certain synthetic or semisynthetic materials that can be molded or extruded into objects or films or filaments or used for making e.g. coatings and adhesives a card (usually plastic) that assures a seller that the person using it has a satisfactory credit rating and that the issuer will see to it that the seller receives payment for the merchandise delivered capable of being molded or modeled (especially of earth or clay or other soft material) capable of being influenced or formed forming or capable of forming or molding or fashioning
the act of arousing an organism to action any stimulating information or event; acts to arouse action (physiology) the effect of a stimulus (on nerves or organs etc.) mutual sexual fondling prior to sexual intercourse
document giving the tax collector information about the taxpayer's tax liability a coming to or returning home the occurrence of a change in direction back in the opposite direction getting something back again the act of going back to a prior location the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property happening again (especially at regular intervals) a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one) the key on electric typewriters or computer keyboards that causes a carriage return and a line feed a reciprocal group action a tennis stroke that sends the ball back to the other player (American football) the act of running back the ball after a kickoff or punt or interception or fumble the act of someone appearing again go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before give back go back to a previous state go back to something earlier bring back to the point of departure return in kind make a return answer back be restored pay back pass down elect again be inherited by return to a previous position; in mathematics give or supply submit (a report, etc.) to someone in authority
a strange attitude or habit a narrow groove beside a beading twist or curve abruptly
ill-mannered and coarse and contemptible in behavior or appearance
abstaining from sexual relations (as because of religious vows) morality with respect to sexual relations
someone who is employed to persuade legislators to vote for legislation that favors the lobbyist's employer
a large formal assembly something regarded as a normative example (diplomacy) an international agreement orthodoxy as a consequence of being conventional the act of convening
governmental provision of economic assistance to persons in need something that aids or promotes well-being a contented state of being happy and healthy and prosperous
by law; conforming to the law in a legal manner
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the elasticity of something that can be stretched and returns to its original length cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense be the cause or source of transfer possession of something concrete or abstract to somebody convey or reveal information convey, as of a compliment, regards, attention, etc.; bestow organize or be responsible for convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture give as a present; make a gift of cause to happen or be responsible for dedicate give or supply transmit (knowledge or skills) bring about leave with; give temporarily emit or utter endure the loss of place into the hands or custody of give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause give (as medicine) give or convey physically bestow bestow, especially officially move in order to make room for someone for something give food to contribute to some cause break down, literally or metaphorically estimate the duration or outcome of something execute and deliver deliver in exchange or recompense afford access to present to view perform for an audience be flexible under stress of physical force propose accord by verdict manifest or show offer in good faith submit for consideration, judgment, or use guide or direct, as by behavior of persuasion allow to have or take inflict as a punishment occur consent to engage in sexual intercourse with a man proffer (a body part)
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inquire into travel to or penetrate into examine minutely examine (organs) for diagnostic purposes
a tight or amorous embrace squeeze (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness fit closely or tightly
exaggeratedly proper excessively fastidious and easily disgusted
merchandise issued for sale or public showing (especially a record or film) the act of liberating someone or something a process that liberates or discharges something an announcement distributed to members of the press in order to supplement or replace an oral presentation the termination of someone's employment (leaving them free to depart) euphemistic expressions for death a legal document evidencing the discharge of a debt or obligation a device that when pressed will release part of a mechanism activity that frees or expresses creative energy or emotion the act of allowing a fluid to escape a formal written statement of relinquishment (music) the act or manner of terminating a musical phrase or tone release, as from one's grip grant freedom to; free from confinement let (something) fall or spill from a container prepare and issue for public distribution or sale eliminate (a substance) generate and separate from cells or bodily fluids make (information) available for publication part with a possession or right release (gas or energy) as a result of a chemical reaction or physical decomposition make (assets) available
brick that is laid sideways at the top of a wall a long cloak; worn by a priest or bishop on ceremonial occasions come to terms with
a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field one of the natural periods into which the year is divided by the equinoxes and solstices or atmospheric conditions a recurrent time marked by major holidays lend flavor to make fit make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else; moderate
slang for sexual intercourse have sexual intercourse with turn like a screw cause to penetrate, as with a circular motion tighten or fasten by means of screwing motions defeat someone through trickery or deceit
defying expression
represent according to a conventional style using artistic forms and conventions to create effects; not natural or spontaneous
release, as from one's grip grant freedom to; free from confinement let (something) fall or spill from a container prepare and issue for public distribution or sale eliminate (a substance) generate and separate from cells or bodily fluids make (information) available for publication part with a possession or right release (gas or energy) as a result of a chemical reaction or physical decomposition make (assets) available
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something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained a difficult problem
wet with dew
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the withdrawal of heat to change something from a liquid to a solid weather cold enough to cause freezing an interruption or temporary suspension of progress or movement fixing (of prices or wages etc) at a particular level stop moving or become immobilized change to ice be cold cause to freeze stop a process or a habit by imposing a freeze on it be very cold, below the freezing point change from a liquid to a solid when cold prohibit the conversion or use of (assets) anesthetize by cold suddenly behave coldly and formally
with respect to its inherent nature
the people who inhabit a territory or state a group of organisms of the same species inhabiting a given area (statistics) the entire aggregation of items from which samples can be drawn the number of inhabitants (either the total number or the number of a particular race or class) in a given place (country or city etc.) the act of populating (causing to live in a place)
having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other broad in scope or content (used of eyes) fully open or extended very large in expanse or scope great in degree having ample fabric not on target with or by a broad space to the fullest extent possible far from the intended target to or over a great extent or range; far
mechanical device consisting of a toothed wheel or rack engaged with a pawl that permits it to move in only one direction move by degrees in one direction only
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by bad luck
a little girl (usually one you are fond of)
require as useful, just, or proper consider obligatory; request and expect make someone do something have need of
injurious to physical or mental health
the state of being vigorous and robust the property of something that is strongly built resoluteness evidenced by strength of character
burst inward
a unit of radiation exposure; the dose of ionizing radiation that will produce 1 electrostatic unit of electricity in 1 cc of dry air (physics) the universal constant in the gas equation: pressure times volume = R times temperature; equal to 8.3143 joules per kelvin per mole the 18th letter of the Roman alphabet the length of a line segment between the center and circumference of a circle or sphere
a member of a Slavic people who settled in Serbia and neighboring areas in the 6th and 7th centuries
any thick, viscous matter the process of seeping pass gradually or leak through or as if through small openings release (a liquid) in drops or small quantities
special importance or significance intensity or forcefulness of expression special and significant stress by means of position or repetition e.g. the relative prominence of a syllable or musical note (especially with regard to stress or pitch)
(philosophy) a philosophical theory as to what is beautiful relating to or dealing with the subject of aesthetics concerning or characterized by an appreciation of beauty or good taste aesthetically pleasing
a port and tourist center in southwestern Italy; capital of the Campania region
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in an unsatisfactory manner
something that results a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
a solid substance in the form of tiny loose particles; a solid that has been pulverized a mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur in a 75:15:10 ratio which is used in gunnery, time fuses, and fireworks any of various cosmetic or medical preparations dispensed in the form of a pulverized powder make into a powder by breaking up or cause to become dust apply powder to
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mother of the ancient Irish gods; sometimes identified with Danu a collection of anecdotes about a person or place
impatience with annoyances unwillingness to recognize and respect differences in opinions or beliefs
an athlete who plays for pay an argument in favor of a proposal in favor of (an action or proposal etc.) in favor of a proposition, opinion, etc.
a city in western Nevada at the foot of the Sierra Nevada Mountains; known for gambling casinos and easy divorce and remarriage
a noncommittal or equivocal position a gymnastic exercise performed with a leg on either side of the parallel bars the act of sitting or standing astride the option to buy or sell a given stock (or stock index or commodity future) at a given price before a given date; consists of an equal number of put and call options sit or stand astride of range or extend over; occupy a certain area be noncommittal
United States actor and filmmaker who starred with Paul Newman in several films (born in 1936)
apprehension about what is going to happen an uncertain cognitive state excited anticipation of an approaching climax
a payment or series of payments made by the lessee to an owner for use of some property, facility, equipment, or service an opening made forcibly as by pulling apart the return derived from cultivated land in excess of that derived from the poorest land cultivated under similar conditions the act of rending or ripping or splitting something let for money grant use or occupation of under a term of contract engage for service under a term of contract hold under a lease or rental agreement; of goods and services tear or be torn violently
someone who pursues a study or sport as a pastime an athlete who does not play for pay engaged in as a pastime lacking professional skill or expertise
an embarrassing mistake commit a faux pas or a fault or make a serious mistake make one's way clumsily or blindly utter impulsively
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one or some or every or all without specification to any degree or extent
any long and arduous undertaking a footrace of 26 miles 385 yards a battle in 490 BC in which the Athenians and their allies defeated the Persians
a person with great powers and abilities street name for lysergic acid diethylamide
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an event that results in a transformation a change in the units or form of an expression: "conversion from Fahrenheit to Centigrade" a successful free throw or try for point after a touchdown a spiritual enlightenment causing a person to lead a new life (psychiatry) a defense mechanism represses emotional conflicts which are then converted into physical symptoms that have no organic basis a change of religion interchange of subject and predicate of a proposition act of exchanging one type of money or security for another the act of changing from one use or function or purpose to another
in an amazing manner; to everyone's surprise
United States heavyweight boxing champion (1866-1933)
serving in or intended for exploration or discovery
the trait of exhibiting no personal embarrassment or concern lacking any distinctive or interesting taste property the quality of being bland and gracious or ingratiating in manner
laugh quietly or with restraint
a public performer (a dancer or singer)
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about your intention; what you intend to do a personal view an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth (music) melodic subject of a musical composition
move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment be sexually unfaithful to one's partner in marriage go via an indirect route or at no set pace to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course lose clarity or turn aside especially from the main subject of attention or course of argument in writing, thinking, or speaking
an external body part that projects from the body an extreme condition or state (especially of adversity or disease) the greatest or utmost degree the outermost or farthest region or point that part of a limb that is farthest from the torso
interpret (a text or an artwork) by the method of deconstructing
the condition of living or the state of being alive the property of being able to survive and grow quality of being active or spirited or alive and vigorous the activity of giving vitality and vigour to something the making of animated cartoons general activity and motion
appear like; be similar or bear a likeness to
a social club for female undergraduates
the property of being physically or mentally strong capability in terms of personnel and materiel that affect the capacity to fight a war physical energy or intensity an asset of special worth or utility the power to induce the taking of a course of action or the embracing of a point of view by means of argument or entreaty the amount of energy transmitted (as by acoustic or electromagnetic radiation) capacity to produce strong physiological or chemical effects the condition of financial success permanence by virtue of the power to resist stress or force
make less intense make numb or insensitive make dull or blunt make less sharp make less lively, intense, or vigorous; impair in vigor, force, activity, or sensation having a broad or rounded end used of a knife or other blade; not sharp characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion devoid of any qualifications or disguise or adornment
blow up with dynamite
a crusty irascible cantankerous old person full of stubborn ideas
waves breaking on the shore ride the waves of the sea with a surfboard look around casually and randomly, without seeking anything in particular switch channels, on television
an instinctive motive a strong restless desire force or impel in an indicated direction push for something spur on or encourage especially by cheers and shouts
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having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured exercising or taking care great enough to bring assurance certain to occur; destined or inevitable physically secure or dependable reliable in operation or effect (of persons) worthy of trust or confidence infallible or unfailing certain not to fail impossible to doubt or dispute definitely or positively (`sure' is sometimes used informally for `surely')
the product of a quantity by an integer having or involving or consisting of more than one part or entity or individual
be unbearably loud make or render deaf make soundproof loud enough to cause (temporary) hearing loss
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cannot be removed or erased
an act of deliberate betrayal the quality of aiding an enemy
readily apparent to the mind free from confusion or doubt affording free passage or view allowing light to pass through free from contact or proximity or connection characterized by freedom from troubling thoughts (especially guilt) (of sound or color) free from anything that dulls or dims (especially of a title) free from any encumbrance or limitation that presents a question of fact or law clear and distinct to the senses; easily perceptible accurately stated or described free from clouds or mist or haze free of restrictions or qualifications free from flaw or blemish or impurity clear of charges or deductions easily deciphered freed from any question of guilt characterized by ease and quickness in perceiving
the petals or sepals of a flower that bend downward (especially the outer perianth of an iris) a steep descent of the water of a river the season when the leaves fall from the trees a sudden drop from an upright position the lapse of mankind into sinfulness because of the sin of Adam and Eve a downward slope or bend a lapse into sin; a loss of innocence or of chastity a sudden decline in strength or number or importance a movement downward the act of surrendering (usually under agreed conditions) the time of day immediately following sunset when a wrestler's shoulders are forced to the mat a free and rapid descent by the force of gravity a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity descend in free fall under the influence of gravity move downward and lower, but not necessarily all the way pass suddenly and passively into a state of body or mind come under, be classified or included fall from clouds suffer defeat, failure, or ruin die, as in battle or in a hunt touch or seem as if touching visually or audibly be captured occur at a specified time or place decrease in size, extent, or range yield to temptation or sin lose office or power to be given by assignment or distribution move in a specified direction be due lose one's chastity to be given by right or inheritance come into the possession of fall to somebody by assignment or lot be inherited by slope downward lose an upright position suddenly drop oneself to a lower or less erect position fall or flow in a certain way assume a disappointed or sad expression be cast down come out; issue be born, used chiefly of lambs begin vigorously go as if by falling come as if by falling
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the application of heat to change something from a liquid to a gas cooking in a liquid that has been brought to a boil come to the boiling point and change from a liquid to vapor immerse or be immersed in a boiling liquid, often for cooking purposes bring to, or maintain at, the boiling point be agitated be in an agitated emotional state extremely
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a first-year undergraduate any new participant in some activity used of a person in the first year of an experience (especially in United States high school or college)
a professional person trained in library science and engaged in library services
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connect closely and often incriminatingly engage as a participant have as a necessary feature require as useful, just, or proper contain as a part occupy or engage the interest of make complex or intricate or complicated
(computer science) a graphic symbol (usually a simple picture) that denotes a program or a command or a data file or a concept in a graphical user interface a visual representation (of an object or scene or person or abstraction) produced on a surface a conventional religious painting in oil on a small wooden panel; venerated in the Eastern Church
extremely wicked, deeply criminal
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a sharp bend in a line produced when a line having a loop is pulled tight the act of rotating rapidly turn in a twisting or spinning motion cause to spin
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deem to be give careful consideration to take into consideration for exemplifying purposes show consideration for; take into account think about carefully; weigh judge or regard; look upon; judge look at attentively look at carefully; study mentally regard or treat with consideration, respect, and esteem carefully weighed
an explosion that fails to occur a failure to hit (or meet or find etc) fail to fire or detonate
coming at a subsequent time or stage at or toward an end or late period or stage of development being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time after the expected or usual time; delayed of the immediate past or just previous to the present time having died recently of a later stage in the development of a language or literature; used especially of dead languages at or toward an end or late period or stage of development (used especially of persons) of the immediate past happening at a time subsequent to a reference time at some eventual time in the future comparative of the adverb `late'
feeling hunger; feeling a need or desire to eat food (usually followed by `for') extremely desirous
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someone deranged and possibly dangerous
Spanish conquistador who defeated the Aztecs and conquered Mexico (1485-1547)
willing to be taught or led or supervised or directed ready and willing to be taught easily handled or managed
perceive (sound) via the auditory sense get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally examine or hear (evidence or a case) by judicial process receive a communication from someone listen and pay attention
an undergraduate student during the year preceding graduation a person who is older than you are older; higher in rank; longer in length of tenure or service used of the fourth and final year in United States high school or college advanced in years; (`aged' is pronounced as two syllables)
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a rapid rise the act of rising upward into the air move along very quickly move with a low humming noise rise rapidly
a police officer who investigates crimes an investigator engaged or employed in obtaining information not easily available to the public
perform an act, usually with a negative connotation
abnormally large shockingly brutal or cruel distorted and unnatural in shape or size; abnormal and hideous
in a poignant or touching manner
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weedy annual grass often occurs in grainfields and other cultivated land; seeds sometimes considered poisonous weedy annual native to Europe but widely distributed as a weed especially in wheat someone who leads you to believe something that is not true the act of swindling by some fraudulent scheme a deception for profit to yourself deprive somebody of something by deceit defeat someone through trickery or deceit engage in deceitful behavior; practice trickery or fraud be sexually unfaithful to one's partner in marriage
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small workplace where handcrafts or manufacturing are done a brief intensive course for a small group; emphasizes problem solving
relatively low in price or charging low prices tastelessly showy of very poor quality; flimsy embarrassingly stingy
make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc. be beautiful to look at furnish with power or authority; of kings or emperors provided with something intended to increase its beauty or distinction
put down or press the foot, place the foot tread or stomp heavily or roughly crush as if by treading on brace (an archer's bow) by pressing the foot against the center apply (the tread) to a tire mate with
the unlimited expanse in which everything is located an empty area (usually bounded in some way between things) an area reserved for some particular purpose any location outside the Earth's atmosphere a blank character used to separate successive words in writing or printing the interval between two times a blank area one of the areas between or below or above the lines of a musical staff (printing) a block of type without a raised letter; used for spacing between words or sentences place at intervals
one who works hard at boring tasks a politician who belongs to a small clique that controls a political party for private rather than public ends a mediocre and disdained writer a tool (as a hoe or pick or mattock) used for breaking up the surface of the soil a car driven by a person whose job is to take passengers where they want to go in exchange for money an old or over-worked horse a horse kept for hire a saddle horse used for transportation rather than sport etc. cut with a hacking tool be able to manage or manage successfully cut away kick on the arms kick on the shins fix a computer program piecemeal until it works significantly cut up a manuscript cough spasmodically
stupefied by (or as if by) some narcotic drug
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the act of gambling the money risked on a gamble stake on the outcome of an issue maintain with or as if with a bet
a prostitute who attracts customers by walking the streets a shrewd or unscrupulous person who knows how to circumvent difficulties
a slow pace of running radicals who support Trotsky's theory that socialism must be established throughout the world by continuing revolution a literal translation used in studying a foreign language (often used illicitly) a gait faster than a walk; diagonally opposite legs strike the ground together run at a moderately swift pace ride at a trot cause to trot
a plant that is found in an area where it had not been recorded previously any new participant in some activity a new convert being taught the principles of Christianity by a catechist
food or drink to stimulate the appetite (usually served before a meal or as the first course)
an extreme state of adversity; the lowest point of anything the point below the observer that is directly opposite the zenith on the imaginary sphere against which celestial bodies appear to be projected
an act of gracious kindness an advantage to the benefit of someone or something an inclination to approve a feeling of favorable regard souvenir consisting of a small gift given to a guest at a party promote over another consider as the favorite treat gently or carefully bestow a privilege upon
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unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech
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the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation the way something is with respect to its main attributes the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state a politically organized body of people under a single government (chemistry) the three traditional states of matter are solids (fixed shape and volume) and liquids (fixed volume and shaped by the container) and gases (filling the container) a state of depression or agitation the territory occupied by a nation the federal department in the United States that sets and maintains foreign policies express in words put before indicate through a symbol, formula, etc.
(criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act an evil act not necessarily punishable by law
a large and hurried swallow a spasmodic reflex of the throat made as if in swallowing to swallow hurriedly or greedily or in one draught utter or make a noise, as when swallowing too quickly
a soiled or discolored appearance (microscopy) a dye or other coloring material that is used in microscopy to make structures visible the state of being covered with unclean things a symbol of disgrace or infamy an act that brings discredit to the person who does it color with a liquid dye or tint produce or leave stains make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically color for microscopic study
a Shakespearean scholar of or relating to William Shakespeare or his works
the hard fibrous lignified substance under the bark of trees the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area United States film actress (1938-1981) English conductor (1869-1944) English writer of novels about murders and thefts and forgeries (1814-1887) United States painter noted for works based on life in the Midwest (1892-1942) any wind instrument other than the brass instruments a golf club with a long shaft used to hit long shots; originally made with a wooden head
the cognitive process that leads to convictions accept as true; take to be true judge or regard; look upon; judge be confident about something follow a credo; have a faith; be a believer credit with veracity
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a loud low dull continuous noise make a low noise to utter or emit low dull rumbling sounds
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be afraid or scared of; be frightened of causing fear or dread or terror
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capable of being supported by argument open to argument or debate
make lighter or brighter begin to smoke to come to rest, settle cause to start burning; subject to fire or great heat fall to somebody by assignment or lot alight from (a horse) set afire or burning provided with artificial light
an examination conducted by spoken communication
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a mental position from which things are viewed a place from which something can be viewed
go away or leave not being in a specified place nonexistent lost in thought; showing preoccupation
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make more cheerful reduce the weight on; make lighter become more cheerful make lighter or brighter become lighter alleviate or remove (pressure or stress) or make less oppressive
empty rhetoric or insincere or exaggerated talk a genre of popular music that originated in New Orleans around 1900 and developed through increasingly complex styles a style of dance music popular in the 1920s; similar to New Orleans jazz but played by large bands play something in the style of jazz have sexual intercourse with
a solicitation for money or food (especially in the street by an apparently penniless person) call upon in supplication; entreat make a solicitation or entreaty for something; request urgently or persistently ask to obtain free dodge, avoid answering, or take for granted
belief about (or mental picture of) the future anticipating with confidence of fulfillment the feeling that something is about to happen the sum of the values of a random variable divided by the number of values
the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system one of four playing cards in a deck with ten pips on the face
a person whose occupation is making and altering garments adjust to a specific need or market style and tailor in a certain fashion create (clothes) with cloth
a substance used to ignite or kindle a fire a device for lighting or igniting fuel or charges or fires a flatbottom boat for carrying heavy loads (especially on canals) transport in a flatbottom boat of comparatively little physical weight or density (used of color) having a relatively small amount of coloring agent of the military or industry; using (or being) relatively small or light arms or equipment not great in degree or quantity or number psychologically light; especially free from sadness or troubles characterized by or emitting light (used of vowels or syllables) pronounced with little or no stress easily assimilated in the alimentary canal; not rich or heavily seasoned (used of soil) loose and large-grained in consistency (of sound or color) free from anything that dulls or dims moving easily and quickly; nimble demanding little effort; not burdensome of little intensity or power or force (physics, chemistry) not having atomic weight greater than average weak and likely to lose consciousness very thin and insubstantial marked by temperance in indulgence less than the correct or legal or full amount often deliberately so having little importance intended primarily as entertainment; not serious or profound silly or trivial designed for ease of movement or to carry little weight having relatively few calories (of sleep) easily disturbed casual and unrestrained in sexual behavior
the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people (physics) the six kinds of quarks the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth lend flavor to
(usually plural) loose-fitting nightclothes worn for sleeping or lounging; have a jacket top and trousers
the commercial exchange (buying and selling on domestic or international markets) of goods and services the skilled practice of a practical occupation the business given to a commercial establishment by its customers a particular instance of buying or selling people who perform a particular kind of skilled work steady winds blowing from east to west above and below the equator an equal exchange engage in the trade of turn in as payment or part payment for a purchase be traded at a certain price or under certain conditions exchange or give (something) in exchange for do business; offer for sale as for one's livelihood
betrayal of a trust an act of deliberate betrayal
warding off serving to warn
lose one's nerve
approaching a particular destination; a coming closer; a narrowing of a gap a rule for limiting or ending debate in a deliberative body a Gestalt principle of organization holding that there is an innate tendency to perceive incomplete objects as complete and to close or fill gaps and to perceive asymmetric stimuli as symmetric something settled or resolved; the outcome of decision making an obstruction in a pipe or tube the act of blocking termination of operations terminate debate by calling for a vote
by a glacier
deem to be look at attentively connect closely and often incriminatingly
(architecture) a slender upright spire at the top of a buttress of tower the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development a lofty peak surmount with a pinnacle raise on or as if on a pinnacle
a device or control that is very useful for a particular job the faculty of contriving; inventive skill an elaborate or deceitful scheme contrived to deceive or evade an artificial or unnatural or obviously contrived arrangement of details or parts etc. any improvised arrangement for temporary use the act of devising something
a 20th century movement of artists and writers (developing out of dadaism) who used fantastic images and incongruous juxtapositions in order to represent unconscious thoughts and dreams
a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage an episode that is turbulent or highly emotional the literary genre of works intended for the theater the quality of being arresting or highly emotional
of the highest quality
completely unclothed having no protecting or concealing cover (of the eye or ear e.g.) without the aid of an optical or acoustical device or instrument devoid of elaboration or diminution or concealment; bare and pure lacking any cover
a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter activity characterized by good humor a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement a triviality not to be taken seriously tell a joke; speak humorously act in a funny or teasing way
a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses an essay (especially one written as an assignment) a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements a medium for written communication a scholarly article describing the results of observations or stating hypotheses a business firm that publishes newspapers the physical object that is the product of a newspaper publisher cover with paper cover with wallpaper
a rude or vulgar fool a person who amuses others by ridiculous behavior act as or like a clown
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the act of changing smoothly from one state or situation to another proceed without interruption; in music or talk
incapable of being overcome or subdued
quality of being active or spirited or alive and vigorous
the quantity that a barrow will hold (archeology) a heap of earth placed over prehistoric tombs a cart for carrying small loads; has handles and one or more wheels
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make visible make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret disclose directly or through prophets
a day devoted to an outdoor social gathering any undertaking that is easy to do any informal meal eaten outside or on an excursion eat alfresco, in the open air
the spirit of the time; the spirit characteristic of an age or generation
contribute to the progress or growth of inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to spur on
practice as a profession, teach, or claim to be knowledgeable about confess one's faith in, or allegiance to admit (to a wrongdoing) state freely receive into a religious order or congregation take vows, as in religious order state insincerely
a sexual attraction to (or sexual relations with) persons of the same sex
photographs or other visual representations in a printed publication
drive ride in a car with no particular goal and just for the pleasure of it furnish with tools work with a tool
a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it) the state of being connected an instrumentality that connects (usually plural) a person who is influential and to whom you are connected in some way (as by family or friendship) the process of bringing ideas or events together in memory or imagination a connecting shape a supplier (especially of narcotics) shifting from one form of transportation to another the act of bringing two things into contact (especially for communication)
a circular horizontal platform that rotates a phonograph record while it is being played a revolving tray placed on a dining table a rotatable platform with a track; used to turn locomotives and cars
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the body of faculty and students of a college an institution of higher education created to educate and grant degrees; often a part of a university a complex of buildings in which an institution of higher education is housed
be about
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space in which vehicles can be parked the act of maneuvering a vehicle into a location where it can be left temporarily place temporarily maneuver a vehicle into a parking space
United States inventor who built a steam-powered automobile (1849-1918) Welsh journalist and explorer who led an expedition to Africa in search of David Livingstone and found him in Tanzania in 1871; he and Livingstone together tried to find the source of the Nile River (1841-1904)
shoot forth or launch, as if from a catapult hurl as if with a sling
fail to agree with; be in violation of; as of rules or patterns act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises destroy violate the sacred character of a place or language force (someone) to have sex against their will destroy and strip of its possession
a set of questions or exercises evaluating skill or knowledge
the outer boundary of an artifact or a material layer constituting or resembling such a boundary the extended two-dimensional outer boundary of a three-dimensional object the outermost level of the land or sea a superficial aspect as opposed to the real nature of something information that has become public a device that provides reactive force when in motion relative to the surrounding air; can lift or control a plane in flight come to the surface put a coat on; cover the surface of; furnish with a surface appear or become visible; make a showing
fail to do something; leave something undone be unsuccessful disappoint, prove undependable to; abandon, forsake stop operating or functioning be unable judge unacceptable fail to get a passing grade fall short in what is expected become bankrupt or insolvent; fail financially and close prove insufficient get worse
relating to or affecting the viscera obtained through intuition rather than from reasoning or observation
the trait of being willing to give your money or time acting generously
structure consisting of a sloping way down to the water from the place where ships are built or repaired how something is done or how it happens how a result is obtained or an end is achieved a line leading to a place or point the condition of things generally a course of conduct any artifact consisting of a road or path affording passage from one place to another a journey or passage space for movement the property of distance in general doing as one pleases or chooses a general category of things; used in the expression `in the way of' a portion of something divided into shares
following in time or order
a new appraisal or evaluation an essay or article that gives a critical evaluation (as of a book or play) a subsequent examination of a patient for the purpose of monitoring earlier treatment (accounting) a service (less exhaustive than an audit) that provides some assurance to interested parties as to the reliability of financial data a variety show with topical sketches and songs and dancing and comedians a periodical that publishes critical essays on current affairs or literature or art a summary at the end that repeats the substance of a longer discussion (law) a judicial reexamination of the proceedings of a court (especially by an appellate court) practice intended to polish performance or refresh the memory a formal or official examination look at again; examine again appraise critically hold a review (of troops) refresh one's memory look back upon (a period of time, sequence of events); remember
a city in eastern Tennessee on the Tennessee River
precise; explicit and clearly defined known for certain
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the passage between the pharynx and the stomach
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the quality of being important and worthy of note a prominent status
the region that is outside of something the outer side or surface of something relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit coming from the outside originating or belonging beyond some bounds:"the outside world" located, suited for, or taking place in the open air functioning outside the boundaries or precincts of an organized unit leading to or from the outside from or between other countries very unlikely on or toward an outer edge (of a baseball pitch) on the far side of home plate from the batter outside a building on the outside
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summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic cite as an authority; resort to request earnestly (something from somebody); ask for aid or protection
(sports) player in wing position
a fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval) a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt make a sharp hissing sound, as if to show disapproval move with a whooshing sound express or utter with a hiss show displeasure, as after a performance or speech
(of characters in literature or drama) tending to evoke antipathetic feelings not able to attract favorable attention
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aimlessly drifting
come into existence; take on form or shape bring into being begin a trip at a certain point, as of a plane, train, bus, etc.
oblivious of dangers or perils or calmly resolute in facing them invulnerable to fear or intimidation
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the motion characteristic of fluids (liquids or gases) the amount of fluid that flows in a given time the act of flowing or streaming; continuous progression any uninterrupted stream or discharge something that resembles a flowing stream in moving continuously dominant course (suggestive of running water) of successive events or ideas the monthly discharge of blood from the uterus of nonpregnant women from puberty to menopause move or progress freely as if in a stream move along, of liquids cause to flow be abundantly present fall or flow in a certain way cover or swamp with water undergo menstruation
a stringed instrument usually having six strings; played by strumming or plucking
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in a stupid manner in a concentrated manner
walk with great difficulty behave awkwardly; have difficulties
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to a remarkable degree or extent
a state of deep and often prolonged unconsciousness; usually the result of disease or injury (botany) a usually terminal tuft of bracts (as in the pineapple) or tuft of hairs (especially on certain seeds) (astronomy) the luminous cloud of particles surrounding the frozen nucleus of a comet; forms as the comet approaches the sun and is warmed
the cardinal number that is the sum of nineteen and one denoting a quantity consisting of 20 items or units
willingly obedient out of a sense of duty and respect; 
a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts an incorporated administrative district established by state charter people living in a large densely populated municipality
the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress come to pass; arrive, as in due course reach or enter a state, relation, condition, use, or position to be the product or result be found or available; The furniture comes unassembled" come forth be a native of extend or reach exist or occur in a certain point in a series cover a certain distance come under, be classified or included happen as a result add up in number or quantity develop into be received come to one's mind; suggest itself come from; be connected by a relationship of blood, for example proceed or get along experience orgasm have a certain priority
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(chemistry) a process in which one or more substances are changed into others an idea evoked by some experience a bodily process occurring due to the effect of some antecedent stimulus or agent (mechanics) the equal and opposite force that is produced when any force is applied to a body a response that reveals a person's feelings or attitude extreme conservatism in political or social matters doing something in opposition to another way of doing it that you don't like
someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field
move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment be sexually unfaithful to one's partner in marriage go via an indirect route or at no set pace to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course lose clarity or turn aside especially from the main subject of attention or course of argument in writing, thinking, or speaking
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a rhythmic thrusting movement of the legs as in swimming or calisthenics the act of delivering a blow with the foot drive or propel with the foot thrash about or strike out with the feet strike with the foot kick a leg up spring back, as from a forceful thrust stop consuming make a goal express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness
an event that accomplishes its intended purpose an attainment that is successful a state of prosperity or fame a person with a record of successes
with appreciation; in a grateful manner in a thankful manner; with thanks
a small restaurant where drinks and snacks are sold
a drawback or difficulty that is not readily evident something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known any clever maneuver
a period of calm weather an untroubled state; free from disturbances the absence of sound a disposition free from stress or emotion become quiet or quieter make calm or still characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity free of noise or uproar; or making little if any sound not showy or obtrusive in a softened tone (of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves of the sun characterized by a low level of surface phenomena like sunspots e.g. with little or no activity or no agitation (`quiet' is a nonstandard variant for `quietly')
a binding agreement between two or more persons that is enforceable by law (contract bridge) the highest bid becomes the contract setting the number of tricks that the bidder must make a variety of bridge in which the bidder receives points toward game only for the number of tricks he bid enter into a contractual arrangement engage by written agreement squeeze or press together be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness become smaller or draw together make smaller compress or concentrate make or become more narrow or restricted reduce in scope while retaining essential elements
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a journalist who writes editorials
any of numerous small and pulpy edible fruits; used as desserts or in making jams and jellies and preserves a small fruit having any of various structures, e.g., simple (grape or blueberry) or aggregate (blackberry or raspberry) United States rock singer (born in 1931) pick or gather berries
garments that must be repaired the act of putting something in working order again restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken heal or recover
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someone who is eating lunch
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force; every opportunity, an obligation; every possession, a duty"- John D.Rockefeller Jr work that you are obliged to perform for moral or legal reasons a government tax on imports or exports
German dramatist and poet who developed a style of epic theater (1898-1956)
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others discourage or frighten with threats or a domineering manner; intimidate act in an arrogant, overly self-assured, or conceited manner having or showing arrogant superiority to and disdain of those one views as unworthy flamboyantly adventurous
fit for a sea voyage
a visual attribute of things that results from the light they emit or transmit or reflect interest and variety and intensity the timbre of a musical sound a race with skin pigmentation different from the white race (especially Blacks) an outward or token appearance or form that is deliberately misleading any material used for its color (physics) the characteristic of quarks that determines their role in the strong interaction the appearance of objects (or light sources) described in terms of a person's perception of their hue and lightness (or brightness) and saturation add color to affect as in thought or feeling modify or bias decorate with colors give a deceptive explanation or excuse for change color, often in an undesired manner having or capable of producing colors
chair with a support on each side for arms
metal or earthenware cooking vessel that is usually round and deep; often has a handle and lid a plumbing fixture for defecation and urination the quantity contained in a pot a container in which plants are cultivated (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent the cumulative amount involved in a game (such as poker) slang for a paunch a resistor with three terminals, the third being an adjustable center terminal; used to adjust voltages in radios and TV sets street names for marijuana plant in a pot
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an amount of time the interval taken to complete one cycle of a regularly repeating phenomenon (ice hockey) one of three divisions into which play is divided in hockey games a unit of geological time during which a system of rocks formed the end or completion of something the monthly discharge of blood from the uterus of nonpregnant women from puberty to menopause a punctuation mark (.) placed at the end of a declarative sentence to indicate a full stop or after abbreviations
an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk a sweet drink containing carbonated water and flavoring a sharp explosive sound as from a gunshot or drawing a cork music of general appeal to teenagers; a bland watered-down version of rock'n'roll with more rhythm and harmony and an emphasis on romantic love bulge outward hit a pop-fly make a sharp explosive noise fire a weapon with a loud explosive noise cause to make a sharp explosive sound appear suddenly or unexpectedly put or thrust suddenly and forcefully release suddenly hit or strike drink down entirely take drugs, especially orally cause to burst with a loud, explosive sound burst open with a sharp, explosive sound (of music or art) new and of general appeal (especially among young people) like a pop or with a pop
kindle anew, as of a fire arouse again
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and six being ten more than fifty
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being six more than sixty
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a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness) earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something attempt by employing effort
language used in a figurative or nonliteral sense
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large gallinaceous bird with fan-shaped tail; widely domesticated for food a Eurasian republic in Asia Minor and the Balkans; on the collapse of the Ottoman Empire in 1918, the Young Turks, led by Kemal Ataturk, established a republic in 1923 a person who does something thoughtless or annoying flesh of large domesticated fowl usually roasted an event that fails badly or is totally ineffectual
refrain from doing resist doing something showing patient and unruffled self-control and restraint under adversity; slow to retaliate or express resentment
thick spicy sauce made from tomatoes
a focus of public attention a lamp that produces a strong beam of light to illuminate a restricted area; used to focus attention of a stage performer move into the foreground to make more visible or prominent illuminate with a spotlight, as in the theater
a person with an unusual or odd personality a person of a specified kind (usually with many eccentricities)
English actor of stage and screen (1893-1943) Queen of England as the fifth wife of Henry VIII who was accused of adultery and executed (1520-1542)
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a producer of motion pictures
someone who expresses strong approval someone who contracts to receive and pay for a service or a certain number of issues of a publication someone who contributes (or promises to contribute) a sum of money
in a stylish manner
put, fix, force, or implant put into a bank account put (something somewhere) firmly
a reminder of past events
the state of being without clothing or covering of any kind
have as a feature wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner
an admission of misdeeds or faults a written document acknowledging an offense and signed by the guilty party (Roman Catholic Church) the act of a penitent disclosing his sinfulness before a priest in the sacrament of penance in the hope of absolution a public declaration of your faith the document that spells out the belief system of a given church (especially the Reformation churches of the 16th century)
only a very short time before almost not
the cardinal number that is the product of one hundred and five denoting a quantity consisting of 500 items or units
a boy attending school
motor that converts thermal energy to mechanical work something used to achieve a purpose a wheeled vehicle consisting of a self-propelled engine that is used to draw trains along railway tracks an instrument or machine that is used in warfare, such as a battering ram, catapult, artillery piece, etc.
a line leading to a place or point the spatial relation between something and the course along which it points or moves a general course along which something has a tendency to develop something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action the act of managing something a message describing how something is to be done the act of setting and holding a course a formal statement of a command or injunction to do something the concentration of attention or energy on something
fill or close tightly with or as if with a plug persist in working hard deliver a quick blow to make a plug for; praise the qualities or in order to sell or promote insert a plug into insert as a plug (of a coin) altered by the insertion of a plug of base metal completely obstructed or closed off
lacking flavor lacking aesthetic or social taste
take something away by force or without the consent of the owner rip off; ask an unreasonable price
send out rays or waves send out real or metaphoric rays extend or spread outward from a center or focus or inward towards a center have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink cause to be seen by emitting light as if in rays experience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion issue or emerge in rays or waves spread into new habitats and produce variety or variegate
the formal act of approving a desirable state a short prayer of thanks before a meal a ceremonial prayer invoking divine protection the act of praying for divine protection give a benediction to confer prosperity or happiness on make the sign of the cross over someone in order to call on God for protection; consecrate render holy by means of religious rites
(New Testament) disciple of Jesus; brother of Peter; patron saint of Scotland
a fierce or audacious person large feline of forests in most of Asia having a tawny coat with black stripes; endangered
treat with contempt imitate with mockery and derision abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule playfully vexing (especially by ridicule)
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a woman who cohabits with an important man
lie at the top of reach a high point
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exercising caution or showing care or attention cautiously attentive unhurried and with care and dignity full of cares or anxiety mindful of the future in spending money
having no bearing on or connection with the subject at issue
the vital principle or animating force within living things the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people a fundamental emotional and activating principle determining one's character any incorporeal supernatural being that can become visible (or audible) to human beings the state of a person's emotions (especially with regard to pleasure or dejection) the intended meaning of a communication animation and energy in action or expression an inclination or tendency of a certain kind infuse with spirit
someone who is licensed to operate an aircraft in flight a person qualified to guide ships through difficult waters going into or out of a harbor a program exemplifying a contemplated series; intended to attract sponsors something that serves as a model or a basis for making copies small auxiliary gas burner that provides a flame to ignite a larger gas burner an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track operate an airplane act as the navigator in a car, plane, or vessel and plan, direct, plot the path and position of the conveyance
an occurrence of something a special set of circumstances a comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy the actual state of things a portable container for carrying several objects a person requiring professional services a person who is subjected to experimental or other observational procedures; someone who is an object of investigation a problem requiring investigation a statement of facts and reasons used to support an argument the quantity contained in a case nouns or pronouns or adjectives (often marked by inflection) related in some way to other words in a sentence a specific state of mind that is temporary a person of a specified kind (usually with many eccentricities) a specific size and style of type within a type family an enveloping structure or covering enclosing an animal or plant organ or part the housing or outer covering of something the enclosing frame around a door or window opening (printing) the receptacle in which a compositor has his type, which is divided into compartments for the different letters, spaces, or numbers bed linen consisting of a cover for a pillow a glass container used to store and display items in a shop or museum or home look over, usually with the intention to rob enclose in, or as if in, a case
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a stupid person; these words are used to express a low opinion of someone's intelligence
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money in the form of bills or coins prompt payment for goods or services in currency or by check United States country music singer and songwriter (1932-2003) exchange for cash
English poet and literary critic (1822-1888) United States general and traitor in the American Revolution; in 1780 his plan to surrender West Point to the British was foiled (1741-1801)
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the actors in a play container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens the distinctive form in which a thing is made the visual appearance of something or someone bandage consisting of a firm covering (often made of plaster of Paris) that immobilizes broken bones while they heal object formed by a mold the act of throwing dice the act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel a violent throw put or send forth deposit select to play,sing, or dance a part in a play, movie, musical, opera, or ballet throw forcefully assign the roles of (a movie or a play) to actors move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold get rid of choose at random formulate in a particular style or language eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth
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causing or tending to cause things to slip or slide not to be trusted
a small container a pill in the form of a small rounded gelatinous container with medicine inside a dry dehiscent seed vessel or the spore-containing structure of e.g. mosses a shortened version of a written work a structure that encloses a body part a spacecraft designed to transport people and support human life in outer space a pilot's seat in an airplane that can be forcibly ejected in the case of an emergency; then the pilot descends by parachute enclose in a capsule put in a short or concise form; reduce in volume
a fan of bull fighting a serious devotee of some particular music genre or musical performer
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the cardinal number that is the product of ten and five
have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal
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make numb or insensitive
(boxing) a blow with the fist an iced mixed drink usually containing alcohol and prepared for multiple servings; normally served in a punch bowl a tool for making holes or indentations deliver a quick blow to drive forcibly as if by a punch make a hole into or between, as for ease of separation
a cheerful and agreeable mood a disposition to be friendly and approachable (easy to talk to)
bring two objects, ideas, or people together link together form a pair or pairs engage in sexual intercourse joined together especially in a pair or pairs connected by a link, as railway cars or trailer trucks
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electronic equipment that converts sound into electrical signals that can be transmitted over distances and then converts received signals back into sounds transmitting speech at a distance get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone
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a pair who associate with one another a pair of people who live together a small indefinite number two items of the same kind (physics) something joined by two equal and opposite forces that act along parallel lines bring two objects, ideas, or people together link together form a pair or pairs engage in sexual intercourse
having a defect characterized by errors; not agreeing with a model or not following established rules; the wrong side of the road"
benefit moral excellence or admirableness that which is pleasing or valuable or useful articles of commerce having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified having the normally expected amount morally admirable deserving of esteem and respect promoting or enhancing well-being agreeable or pleasing of moral excellence having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude thorough with or in a close or intimate relationship financially sound most suitable or right for a particular purpose resulting favorably exerting force or influence capable of pleasing appealing to the mind in excellent physical condition tending to promote physical well-being; beneficial to health not forged not left to spoil generally admired (often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (`good' is a nonstandard dialectal variant for `well') completely and absolutely (`good' is sometimes used informally for `thoroughly')
a person who has been converted to another religious or political belief change from one system to another or to a new plan or policy change the nature, purpose, or function of something change religious beliefs, or adopt a religious belief exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category cause to adopt a new or different faith score an extra point or points after touchdown by kicking the ball through the uprights or advancing the ball into the end zone complete successfully score (a spare) make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth or validity of something exchange a penalty for a less severe one change in nature, purpose, or function; undergo a chemical change
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humorously sarcastic or mocking characterized by often poignant difference or incongruity between what is expected and what actually is
with firmness with finality; conclusively in an indisputable degree
act (a role) with great restraint play a card lower than (a held high card)
the act of troubling or annoying someone cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations causing irritation or annoyance
someone who takes part in an activity a person who participates in or is skilled at some game
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make a mess of, destroy or ruin
(physics) deformation of a physical body under the action of applied forces difficulty that causes worry or emotional tension a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence (psychology) nervousness resulting from mental stress a special variety of domesticated animals within a species (biology) a group of organisms within a species that differ in trivial ways from similar groups injury to a muscle (often caused by overuse); results in swelling and pain the general meaning or substance of an utterance an effortful attempt to attain a goal an intense or violent exertion the act of singing to exert much effort or energy test the limits of use to the utmost; exert vigorously or to full capacity separate by passing through a sieve or other straining device to separate out coarser elements cause to be tense and uneasy or nervous or anxious become stretched or tense or taut remove by passing through a filter rub through a strainer or process in an electric blender alter the shape of (something) by stress
the process of representing intermediate colors by patterns of tiny colored dots that simulate the desired color act nervously; be undecided; be uncertain make a fuss; be agitated
let have give as judged due or on the basis of merit be willing to concede allow to have bestow, especially officially give over; surrender or relinquish to the physical control of another transfer by deed acknowledged as a supposition
put in the mind of someone assist (somebody acting or reciting) by suggesting the next words of something forgotten or imperfectly learned
a native or inhabitant of Siberia of or relating to or characteristic of Siberia or the Siberians
to an extreme degree
a written order directing a bank to pay money an appraisal of the state of affairs the bill in a restaurant the state of inactivity following an interruption additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct the act of inspecting or verifying a mark indicating that something has been noted or completed etc. something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress a mark left after a small piece has been chopped or broken off of something a textile pattern of squares or crossed lines (resembling a checkerboard) the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess obstructing an opponent in ice hockey (chess) a direct attack on an opponent's king examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition make an examination or investigation be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits stop for a moment, as if out of uncertainty or caution put a check mark on or near or next to slow the growth or development of be verified or confirmed; pass inspection be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics block or impede (a player from the opposing team) in ice hockey develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control consign for shipment on a vehicle hand over something to somebody as for temporary safekeeping abandon the intended prey, turn, and pursue an inferior prey stop in a chase especially when scent is lost mark into squares or draw squares on; draw crossed lines on decline to initiate betting hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of place into check write out a check on a bank account find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort verify by consulting a source or authority arrest the motion (of something) abruptly make cracks or chinks in become fractured; break or crack on the surface only
an event in which something is displaced without rotation a qualitative change the time period during which you are at work the act of changing one thing or position for another the act of moving from one place to another (geology) a crack in the earth's crust resulting from the displacement of one side with respect to the other a crew of workers who work for a specific period of time the key on the typewriter keyboard that shifts from lower-case letters to upper-case letters a woman's sleeveless undergarment a loose-fitting dress hanging straight from the shoulders without a waist make a shift in or exchange of; then we switched" change place or direction move around move very slightly move from one setting or context to another change in quality move and exchange for another move sideways or in an unsteady way move abruptly use a shift key on a keyboard change phonetically as part of a systematic historical change change gears lay aside, abandon, or leave for another
a group of islands in the Atlantic off the Carolina coast; British colony; a popular resort
a British dandy in the 18th century who affected Continental mannerisms pasta in the form of slender tubes
undergo condensation; change from a gaseous to a liquid state and fall in drops extract by the process of distillation undergo the process of distillation give off (a liquid) remove impurities from, increase the concentration of, and separate through the process of distillation undergo the process of distillation extract by the process of distillation undergo condensation; change from a gaseous to a liquid state and fall in drops give off (a liquid)
a message that helps you remember something an experience that causes you to remember something someone who gives a warning so that a mistake can be avoided
make by combining materials and parts put together out of artificial or natural components or parts; He manufactured a popular cereal" draw with suitable instruments and under specified conditions create by linking linguistic units create by organizing and linking ideas, arguments, or concepts reassemble mentally
something that happens at a given place and time a special set of circumstances a phenomenon located at a single point in space-time; the fundamental observational entity in relativity theory a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
bring into existence give or supply produce (energy) make children
the relative position or standing of things or especially persons in a society a state at a particular time
in a blatant manner
an actor's portrayal of someone in a play (Jungian psychology) a personal facade that one presents to the world
a table (in a restaurant or bar) surrounded by two high-backed benches small area set off by walls for special use United States actor and assassin of President Lincoln (1838-1865) a small shop at a fair; for selling goods or entertainment
a hard malleable ductile silvery metallic element that is resistant to corrosion; used in alloys; occurs in pentlandite and smaltite and garnierite and millerite
clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval express approval of
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the act of refusing a message refusing to accept something that is offered
the operator of a motor vehicle someone who drives animals that pull a vehicle a golfer who hits the golf ball with a driver (computer science) a program that determines how a computer will communicate with a peripheral device a golf club (a wood) with a near vertical face that is used for hitting long shots from the tee
the act of applying force to propel something a mechanism by which force or power is transmitted in a machine a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end a road leading up to a private house the trait of being highly motivated hitting a golf ball off of a tee with a driver the act of driving a herd of animals overland a journey in a vehicle (usually an automobile) a physiological state corresponding to a strong need or desire (computer science) a device that writes data onto or reads data from a storage medium a wide scenic road planted with trees (sports) a hard straight return (as in tennis or squash) operate or control a vehicle travel or be transported in a vehicle cause someone or something to move by driving force into or from an action or state, either physically or metaphorically to compel or force or urge relentlessly or exert coercive pressure on, or motivate strongly cause to move back by force or influence compel somebody to do something, often against his own will or judgment push, propel, or press with force cause to move rapidly by striking or throwing with force strive and make an effort to reach a goal move into a desired direction of discourse have certain properties when driven work as a driver move by being propelled by a force urge forward proceed along in a vehicle strike with a driver, as in teeing off hit very hard, as by swinging a bat horizontally excavate horizontally cause to function by supplying the force or power for or by controlling hunting: search for game hunting: chase from cover into more open ground
conceal or hide deaden (a sound or noise), especially by wrapping being or made softer or less loud or clear wrapped up especially for protection or secrecy
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someone who controls resources and expenditures member of a board of directors someone who supervises the actors and directs the action in the production of a show the person who directs the making of a film the person who leads a musical group
completely wanting or lacking
a worthless message saliva spilling from the mouth let saliva drivel from the mouth
exquisitely fine and subtle and pleasing; susceptible to injury marked by great skill especially in meticulous technique easily broken or damaged or destroyed easily hurt developed with extreme delicacy and subtlety difficult to handle; requiring great tact of an instrument or device; capable of registering minute differences or changes precisely
not limited or restricted not meeting the proper standards and requirements and training legally not qualified or sufficient having no right or entitlement
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence lay aside, abandon, or leave for another change clothes; put on different clothes exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category give to, and receive from, one another change from one vehicle or transportation line to another become deeper in tone remove or replace the coverings of marked by continuous change or effective action
shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain
a humorous or satirical drawing published in a newspaper or magazine a film made by photographing a series of cartoon drawings to give the illusion of movement when projected in rapid sequence draw cartoons of
affectionate closeness
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have confidence or faith in
prolonged unfulfilled desire or need desire strongly or persistently
the act of disrupting an established order so it fails to continue a mental or physical breakdown a cessation of normal operation an analysis into mutually exclusive categories
(botany) a plant lasting for three seasons or more lasting three seasons or more lasting an indefinitely long time; suggesting self-renewal recurring again and again
invest with or as with a body; give body to having a body or a body of a specified kind; often used in combination possessing or existing in bodily form
suggestive of the supernatural; mysterious inspiring a feeling of fear; strange and frightening
possessing or using or characteristic of or appropriate to supernatural powers
the science of matter and energy and their interactions the physical properties, phenomena, and laws of something a purging medicine; stimulates evacuation of the bowels
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a piece of wood that has been burned or is burning someone who deliberately foments trouble
having the excitement and emotional appeal of melodrama characteristic of acting or a stage performance; often affected
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the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced the condition of being comfortable or relieved (especially after being relieved of distress) (law) redress awarded by a court someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult) assistance in time of difficulty a pause for relaxation a change for the better aid for the aged or indigent or handicapped the act of reducing something unpleasant (as pain or annoyance) sculpture consisting of shapes carved on a surface so as to stand out from the surrounding background the act of freeing a city or town that has been besieged
an abstract part of something something determined in relation to something that includes it an artifact that is one of the individual parts of which a composite entity is made up; especially a part that can be separated from or attached to a system
collapse by releasing contained air or gas release contained air or gas from reduce or lessen the size or importance of produce deflation in reduce or cut back the amount or availability of, creating a decline in value or prices become deflated or flaccid, as by losing air brought low in spirit
lack of ability (especially mental ability) to do something lacking the power to perform
in a figurative sense
a hypothetical description of a complex entity or process a type of product a person who poses for a photographer or painter or sculptor representation of something (sometimes on a smaller scale) something to be imitated someone worthy of imitation a representative form or pattern a woman who wears clothes to display fashions the act of representing something (usually on a smaller scale) plan or create according to a model or models form in clay, wax, etc assume a posture as for artistic purposes display (clothes) as a mannequin create a representation or model of construct a model of worthy of imitation
(from a combination of MOdulate and DEModulate) electronic equipment consisting of a device used to connect computers by a telephone line
state of violent mental agitation excessive or uncontrollable fear neurotic disorder characterized by violent emotional outbreaks and disturbances of sensory and motor functions
a commercially sponsored ad on radio or television
the entire structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being) a group of persons associated by some common tie or occupation and regarded as an entity a natural object consisting of a dead animal or person an individual 3-dimensional object that has mass and that is distinguishable from other objects the body excluding the head and neck and limbs a collection of particulars considered as a system the property of holding together and retaining its shape the central message of a communication the main mass of a thing a resonating chamber in a musical instrument (as the body of a violin) the external structure of a vehicle invest with or as with a body; give body to
show to be reasonable or provide adequate ground for show to be right by providing justification or proof defend, explain, clear away, or make excuses for by reasoning let off the hook adjust the spaces between words
speak haltingly
of textiles; having a rough surface (of country gentry) informal, clannish and outdoorsy
leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch reduce in population cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly providing no shelter or sustenance crushed by grief
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the act of forcibly dispossessing an owner of property a process whereby a star or planet holds an object in its gravitational field any process in which an atomic or nuclear system acquires an additional particle the act of taking of a person by force the removal of an opponent's piece from the chess board succeed in representing or expressing something intangible attract; cause to be enamored succeed in catching or seizing, especially after a chase bring about the capture of an elementary particle or celestial body and causing it enter a new orbit take possession of by force, as after an invasion capture as if by hunting, snaring, or trapping
excellent or splendid
a knee-length pleated tartan skirt worn by men as part of the traditional dress in the Highlands of northern Scotland
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something done (usually as opposed to something said) the state of being active a military engagement a process existing in or produced by nature (rather than by the intent of human beings) the series of events that form a plot the trait of being active and energetic and forceful the operating part that transmits power to a mechanism a judicial proceeding brought by one party against another; one party prosecutes another for a wrong done or for protection of a right or for prevention of a wrong an act by a government body or supranational organization the most important or interesting work or activity in a specific area or field institute legal proceedings against; file a suit against put in effect
a colorless odorless gaseous element that give a red glow in a vacuum tube; one of the six inert gasses; occurs in the air in small amounts the compass point midway between north and east; at 45 degrees a midwestern state on the Great Plains
the quality of being mentally slow and limited
acting with or marked by or resulting from great force or energy or emotional intensity effected by force or injury rather than natural causes (of colors or sounds) intensely vivid or loud marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions; inclined to react violently; fervid characterized by violence or bloodshed
join the ends of perform a marriage ceremony join together so as to form new genetic combinations join by interweaving strands
the act of terminating a life the destruction of an enemy plane or ship or tank or missile cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly thwart the passage of end or extinguish by forceful means be fatal be the source of great pain for overwhelm with hilarity, pleasure, or admiration hit with so much force as to make a return impossible, in racket games hit with great force deprive of life cause the death of, without intention drink down entirely mark for deletion, rub off, or erase tire out completely cause to cease operating destroy a vitally essential quality of or in
English actor on stage and in films (1908-1990) English rock star; lead guitarist of the Beatles (1943-2001) 23rd President of the United States (1833-1901) 9th President of the United States; caught pneumonia during his inauguration and died shortly after (1773-1841)
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a smooth fabric of silk or rayon; has a glossy face and a dull back
the membrane in the ear that vibrates to sound
succeed in representing or expressing something intangible attract; cause to be enamored succeed in catching or seizing, especially after a chase bring about the capture of an elementary particle or celestial body and causing it enter a new orbit take possession of by force, as after an invasion capture as if by hunting, snaring, or trapping
equally distant from the extremes at a point midway between two extremes including only half or a portion at half the distance; at the middle
a powerful stroke with the fist or a weapon an impact (as from a collision) an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating an unpleasant or disappointing surprise a strong current of air street names for cocaine forceful exhalation through the nose or mouth exhale hard be blowing or storming free of obstruction by blowing air through be in motion due to some air or water current make a sound as if blown shape by blowing make a mess of, destroy or ruin spend thoughtlessly; throw away spend lavishly or wastefully on sound by having air expelled through a tube play or sound a wind instrument provide sexual gratification through oral stimulation cause air to go in, on, or through cause to move by means of an air current spout moist air from the blowhole leave; informal or rude lay eggs cause to be revealed and jeopardized show off allow to regain its breath melt, break, or become otherwise unusable burst suddenly
a supporter of feminism of or relating to or advocating equal rights for women
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give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect seem to be true, probable, or apparent appear to exist appear to one's own mind or opinion
take exception to prevent from being included or considered or accepted
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a vessel in which cream is agitated to separate butterfat from buttermilk stir (cream) vigorously in order to make butter be agitated
a short simple song (or the words of a poem intended to be sung)
a brutal terrorist group active in Kashmir; fights against India with the goal of restoring Islamic rule of India a serve that strikes the net before falling into the receiver's court; the ball must be served again make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen actively cause something to happen consent to, give permission cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition leave unchanged grant use or occupation of under a term of contract
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a formal organization of people or groups of people the act of consorting with or joining with others the state of being connected together as in memory or imagination the process of bringing ideas or events together in memory or imagination a social or business relationship a relation resulting from interaction or dependence (chemistry) any process of combination (especially in solution) that depends on relatively weak chemical bonding (ecology) a group of organisms (plants and animals) that live together in a certain geographical region and constitute a community with a few dominant species
an observation station that is set up to make sample observations of something someone who samples food or drink for its quality an assortment of various samples a piece of embroidery demonstrating skill with various stitches
devote (oneself) fully to flow over or cover completely
an album into which clippings or notes or pictures can be pasted
be motionless, in suspension prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant or difficult cause to be balanced or suspended hold or carry in equilibrium marked by balance or equilibrium and readiness for action in full control of your faculties
draw into the mouth by creating a practical vacuum in the mouth draw something in by or as if by a vacuum attract by using an inexorable force, inducement, etc. be inadequate or objectionable provide sexual gratification through oral stimulation take in, also metaphorically give suck to
a mechanical damper; absorbs energy of sudden impulses the layer of air that supports a hovercraft or similar vehicle a soft bag filled with air or a mass of padding such as feathers or foam rubber etc. protect from impact
make dull in appearance become dull or lusterless in appearance; lose shine or brightness deaden (a sound or noise), especially by wrapping make numb or insensitive make dull or blunt become less interesting or attractive make less lively or vigorous
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how something is done or how it happens a way of expressing something (in language or art or music etc.) that is characteristic of a particular person or group of people or period a particular kind (as to appearance) the popular taste at a given time (botany) the narrow elongated part of the pistil between the ovary and the stigma editorial directions to be followed in spelling and punctuation and capitalization and typographical display distinctive and stylish elegance a pointed tool for writing or drawing or engraving a slender bristlelike or tubular process designate by an identifying term make consistent with a certain fashion or style make consistent with certain rules of style
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deliberately vague or ambiguous avoiding or escaping from difficulty or danger especially enemy fire
the act of terminating a life the destruction of an enemy plane or ship or tank or missile cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly thwart the passage of end or extinguish by forceful means be fatal be the source of great pain for overwhelm with hilarity, pleasure, or admiration hit with so much force as to make a return impossible, in racket games hit with great force deprive of life cause the death of, without intention drink down entirely mark for deletion, rub off, or erase tire out completely cause to cease operating destroy a vitally essential quality of or in
an easy victory a sudden malfunction of a part or apparatus a gay festivity
Scottish ballet dancer and actress (born in 1926) a workman who uses shears to cut leather or metal or textiles a skilled worker who shears the wool off of sheep or other animals
a city in north central India
a bounded scope place limits on (extent or access) restrict or confine, "I limit you to two visits to the pub a day" prevent from leaving or from being removed close in; darkness enclosed him" deprive of freedom; take into confinement to close within bounds, limit or hold back from movement
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designate by an identifying term make consistent with a certain fashion or style make consistent with certain rules of style
place limits on (extent or access) restrict or confine, "I limit you to two visits to the pub a day" prevent from leaving or from being removed close in; darkness enclosed him" deprive of freedom; take into confinement to close within bounds, limit or hold back from movement not invading healthy tissue not free to move about being in captivity
in characteristic manner
go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before give back go back to a previous state go back to something earlier bring back to the point of departure return in kind make a return answer back be restored pay back pass down elect again be inherited by return to a previous position; in mathematics give or supply submit (a report, etc.) to someone in authority
a person with advanced knowledge of one or more sciences
a close personal relationship that forms between people (as between husband and wife or parent and child) (dentistry) a technique for repairing a tooth; resinous material is applied to the surface of the tooth where it adheres to the tooth's enamel fastening firmly together stick to firmly create social or emotional ties issue bonds on bring together in a common cause or emotion
a mark (') placed above a vowel to indicate pronunciation having or experiencing a rapid onset and short but severe course extremely sharp or intense having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions of an angle; less than 90 degrees ending in a sharp point of critical importance and consequence
the rattling noise produced when snoring the act of snoring or producing a snoring sound breathe noisily during one's sleep
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in a delicate manner
cut down on; make a reduction in make less complex bring to humbler or weaker state or condition simplify the form of a mathematical equation of expression by substituting one term for another lower in grade or rank or force somebody into an undignified situation be the essential element reduce in size; reduce physically lessen and make more modest make smaller to remove oxygen from a compound, or cause to react with hydrogen or form a hydride, or to undergo an increase in the number of electrons narrow or limit put down by force or intimidation undergo meiosis reposition (a broken bone after surgery) back to its normal site destress and thus weaken a sound when pronouncing it reduce in scope while retaining essential elements be cooked until very little liquid is left cook until very little liquid is left lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture take off weight
a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities
in a manner differing from the usual or expected in a strange manner
normal or sound powers of mind
a request by the manufacturer of a defective product to return the product (as for replacement or repair) a call to return a bugle call that signals troops to return the process of remembering (especially the process of recovering information by mental effort) the act of removing an official by petition recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection go back to something earlier call to mind summon to return cause one's (or someone else's) thoughts or attention to return from a reverie or digression make unavailable; bar from sale or distribution cause to be returned
falling short of some prescribed norm
cut down on; make a reduction in make less complex bring to humbler or weaker state or condition simplify the form of a mathematical equation of expression by substituting one term for another lower in grade or rank or force somebody into an undignified situation be the essential element reduce in size; reduce physically lessen and make more modest make smaller to remove oxygen from a compound, or cause to react with hydrogen or form a hydride, or to undergo an increase in the number of electrons narrow or limit put down by force or intimidation undergo meiosis reposition (a broken bone after surgery) back to its normal site destress and thus weaken a sound when pronouncing it reduce in scope while retaining essential elements be cooked until very little liquid is left cook until very little liquid is left lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture take off weight made less in size or amount or degree well below normal (especially in price)
surpass in speed
ill-mannered and coarse and contemptible in behavior or appearance
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a fact that has been verified conformity to reality or actuality a true statement the quality of being near to the true value United States abolitionist and feminist who was freed from slavery and became a leading advocate of the abolition of slavery and for the rights of women (1797-1883)
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get excessively and undesirably hot make excessively or undesirably hot heated beyond a safe or desirable point
a business relation in which two parties compete to gain customers an occasion on which a winner is selected from among two or more contestants the act of competing as for profit or a prize the contestant you hope to defeat
one-hundredth of a right angle a person who has received a degree from a school (high school or college or university)
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angular distance above the horizon (especially of a celestial object)
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(usually preceded by `in') a detail or point the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded) an attitude of admiration or esteem a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard behavior intended to please your parents a feeling of friendship and esteem courteous regard for people's feelings regard highly; think much of show respect towards
skill in writing or staging plays
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constituting the undiminished entirety; lacking nothing essential especially not damaged (of a woman) having the hymen unbroken (used of domestic animals) sexually competent undamaged in any way
save from sins restore the honor or worth of to turn in (vouchers or coupons) and receive something in exchange exchange or buy back for money; under threat pay off (loans or promissory notes) convert into cash; of commercial papers bringing about salvation or redemption from sin compensating for some fault or defect
give something useful or necessary to give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance determine (what is to happen in certain contingencies), especially by including a proviso condition or stipulation mount or put up make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain supply means of subsistence; earn a living take measures in preparation for
a share of something a serving that has been cut from a larger portion a wound made by cutting a golf shot that curves to the right for a right-handed golfer a thin flat piece cut off of some object a spatula for spreading paint or ink make a clean cut through hit a ball and put a spin on it so that it travels in a different direction cut into slices hit a ball so that it causes a backspin
a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling the prevailing psychological state verb inflections that express how the action or state is conceived by the speaker
intellectually productive bearing in abundance especially offspring
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greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount (literal meaning) being at or having a relatively great or specific elevation or upward extension (sometimes used in combinations like `knee-high') standing above others in quality or position used of sounds and voices; high in pitch or frequency happy and excited and energetic (used of the smell of meat) smelling spoiled or tainted slightly and pleasantly intoxicated from alcohol or a drug (especially marijuana)
according to the clock
to a faint degree or weakly perceived
a slippery smoothness a magazine printed on good quality paper a film of oil or garbage floating on top of water a trowel used to make a surface slick make slick or smooth give a smooth and glossy appearance made slick by e.g. ice or grease having only superficial plausibility having a smooth, gleaming surface reflecting light marked by skill in deception
a gambling card game in which chips are placed on the ace and king and queen and jack of separate suits (taken from a separate deck); a player plays the lowest card of a suit in his hand and successively higher cards are played until the sequence stops; the player who plays a card matching one in the layout wins all the chips on that card the event of something ending the act of stopping something a brief stay in the course of a journey the state of inactivity following an interruption a spot where something halts or pauses a consonant produced by stopping the flow of air at some point and suddenly releasing it a punctuation mark (.) placed at the end of a declarative sentence to indicate a full stop or after abbreviations (music) a knob on an organ that is pulled to change the sound quality from the organ pipes a mechanical device in a camera that controls size of aperture of the lens a restraint that checks the motion of something an obstruction in a pipe or tube come to a halt, stop moving put an end to a state or an activity stop from happening or developing interrupt a trip cause to stop prevent completion hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of seize on its way have an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical render unsuitable for passage stop and wait, as if awaiting further instructions or developments
sound with resonance be received or understood
the time you go to bed
having the flavor of nuts informal or slang terms for mentally irregular
a hypothetical case that law students argue as an exercise think about carefully; weigh of no legal significance (as having been previously decided) open to argument or debate
give something useful or necessary to give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance determine (what is to happen in certain contingencies), especially by including a proviso condition or stipulation mount or put up make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain supply means of subsistence; earn a living take measures in preparation for
soiled or likely to soil with dirt or grime having a physical or moral blemish so as to make impure according to dietary or ceremonial laws
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put an end to a state or an activity give up or retire from a position go away or leave turn away from; give up give up in the face of defeat of lacking hope; admit defeat
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expel from a country
a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts people living in a large densely populated municipality
free from evil or guilt
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incorrigible unrestrained by convention or propriety
great coolness and composure under strain
someone who writes scripts for plays or movies or broadcast dramas
horny plate covering and protecting part of the dorsal surface of the digits a thin pointed piece of metal that is hammered into materials as a fastener a former unit of length for cloth equal to 1/16 of a yard attach something somewhere by means of nails take into custody hit hard succeed in obtaining a position succeed at easily locate exactly complete a pass
treat or classify according to a mental stereotype lacking spontaneity or originality or individuality
the act of urging by means of teasing or flattery influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering
a sail set next above the topgallant on a royal mast stag with antlers of 12 or more branches
news that updates your information modernize or bring up to date bring up to date; supply with recent information bring to the latest state of technology
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fill with terror; frighten greatly thrown into a state of intense fear or desperation
(New Testament) the rising of Christ on the third day after the Crucifixion a revival from inactivity and disuse
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a conventional or formulaic conception or image treat or classify according to a mental stereotype
an area of sand sloping down to the water of a sea or lake land on a beach
of uncertain outcome; especially fraught with risk
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in operation or operational (of events) planned or scheduled with a forward motion indicates continuity or persistence or concentration in a state required for something to function or be effective
a state in south central United States an endorsement being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition an expression of agreement normally occurring at the beginning of a sentence
a midwestern state in north central United States in the Great Lakes region
marked by active interest and enthusiasm
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a chorus that sings as part of a religious ceremony a family of similar musical instrument playing together the area occupied by singers; the part of the chancel between sanctuary and nave sing in a choir
to consider or examine in speech or writing speak with others about (something); talk (something) over in detail; have a discussion
from what place, source, or cause
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put down by force or intimidation to put down by force or authority hold within limits and control get on top of; deal with successfully make subordinate, dependent, or subservient correct by punishment or discipline
a support or foundation the position where a thing or person stands a growth of similar plants (usually trees) in a particular area a small table for holding articles of various kinds a support for displaying various articles an interruption of normal activity a mental position from which things are viewed a booth where articles are displayed for sale a stop made by a touring musical or theatrical group to give a performance tiered seats consisting of a structure (often made of wood) where people can sit to watch an event (game or parade) a platform where a (brass) band can play in the open air a defensive effort be standing; be upright be in some specified state or condition occupy a place or location, also metaphorically hold one's ground; maintain a position; be steadfast or upright put up with something or somebody unpleasant have or maintain a position or stand on an issue remain inactive or immobile be in effect; be or remain in force be tall; have a height of; copula put into an upright position withstand the force of something be available for stud services
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a light fitful sleep sleep lightly or for a short period of time
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a mouth or mouthlike opening a hard brittle blue-grey or blue-black metallic element that is one of the platinum metals; the heaviest metal known (computer science) software that controls the execution of computer programs and may provide various services the left eye rigid connective tissue that makes up the skeleton of vertebrates a nonmetallic bivalent element that is normally a colorless odorless tasteless nonflammable diatomic gas; constitutes 21 percent of the atmosphere by volume; the most abundant element in the earth's crust the 15th letter of the Roman alphabet the blood group whose red cells carry neither the A nor B antigens
a state in northwestern United States on the Pacific a room in a hospital equipped for the performance of surgical operations
the quality of being well-groomed and neatly tailored the smooth feel of silk fabric
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a deep yellow color a hard yellowish to brownish translucent fossil resin; used for jewelry of a medium to dark brownish yellow color
the psychological state of being irritated or annoyed anger produced by some annoying irritation an unpleasant person who is annoying or exasperating something or someone that causes trouble; a source of unhappiness the act of troubling or annoying someone
a polite name for any woman a woman of refinement a woman of the peerage in Britain
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a framework of ribs the act of harassing someone playfully or maliciously (especially by ridicule); provoking someone with persistent annoyances form vertical ribs by knitting subject to laughter or ridicule
(chemistry) a process in which one or more substances are changed into others an idea evoked by some experience a bodily process occurring due to the effect of some antecedent stimulus or agent (mechanics) the equal and opposite force that is produced when any force is applied to a body a response that reveals a person's feelings or attitude extreme conservatism in political or social matters doing something in opposition to another way of doing it that you don't like
a reply of denial a piece of photographic film showing an image with light and shade or colors reversed vote against; refuse to endorse; refuse to assent
a distinctive characteristic or attribute a formally registered symbol identifying the manufacturer or distributor of a product mark with a brand or trademark register the trademark of
a radical supporter of political or social revolution
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a storehouse for threshed grain or animal feed acquire or deserve by one's efforts or actions store grain assemble or get together
something that has been transcribed; a written record (usually typewritten) of dictated or recorded speech a reproduction of a written record (e.g. of a legal or school record)
too ripe and beginning to turn soft
a fractional monetary unit of several countries a coin worth one-hundredth of the value of the basic unit
establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study shape or influence; give direction to fix conclusively or authoritatively decide upon or fix definitely reach, make, or come to a decision about something fix in scope; fix the boundaries of settle conclusively; come to terms find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort
a city in northwest Indiana on Lake Michigan; steel production
scenery hung at back of stage
an examination consisting of a few short questions examine someone's knowledge of something
showing empathy or ready comprehension of others' states
involving the mind or an intellectual process of or relating to the mind of or relating to the chin- or liplike structure in insects and certain mollusks of or relating to the chin or median part of the lower jaw affected by a disorder of the mind
stuck in a place where a ship can no longer float with the bottom lodged on the ground
bestow honor or rewards upon strengthen and support with rewards act or give recompense in recognition of someone's behavior or actions
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happening by chance or unexpectedly or unintentionally
a body of water that was created by a flood or tide or by being held or forced back by a dam a place or condition in which no development or progress is occurring
compatibility between persons a congenial disposition
a discrimination between things as different and distinct high status importance owing to marked superiority a distinguishing quality a distinguishing difference
restricted to something in a stringent manner in a rigorous manner
a location other than here; that place in or at that place in that matter to or toward that place; away from the speaker
the transportation of people (as a family or colony) to a new settlement (as after an upheaval of some kind) the act of changing your residence or place of business
the prejudice that members of one race are intrinsically superior to members of other races discriminatory or abusive behavior towards members of another race
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a monotheistic system of beliefs and practices based on the Old Testament and the teachings of Jesus as embodied in the New Testament and emphasizing the role of Jesus as savior the collective body of Christians throughout the world and history (found predominantly in Europe and the Americas and Australia)
rigidly accurate; allowing no deviation from a standard (of rules) stringently enforced characterized by strictness, severity, or restraint incapable of compromise or flexibility severe and unremitting in making demands
an event that occurs at a critical time a crisis situation or point in time when a critical decision must be made the shape or manner in which things come together and a connection is made
a step to one side (as in boxing or dancing) avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)
a person with a prejudiced belief that one race is superior to others based on racial intolerance discriminatory especially on the basis of race or religion
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the state of being without clothing or covering of any kind a bleak and desolate atmosphere characterized by an attitude of ready accessibility (especially about one's actions or purposes); without concealment; not secretive
become worse or disintegrate grow worse
a particular society at a particular time and place the tastes in art and manners that are favored by a social group all the knowledge and values shared by a society (biology) the growing of microorganisms in a nutrient medium (such as gelatin or agar) a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality the attitudes and behavior that are characteristic of a particular social group or organization the raising of plants or animals grow in a special preparation
a long depression in the surface of the land that usually contains a river
any of various mostly cold-blooded aquatic vertebrates usually having scales and breathing through gills the flesh of fish used as food (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Pisces the twelfth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about February 19 to March 20 seek indirectly catch or try to catch fish or shellfish
United States rock singer (1943-1971) United States writer whose novels describe the lives of African-Americans (born in 1931)
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an antiquity that has survived from the distant past something of sentimental value
make lighter or brighter make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear add embellishments and paintings to (medieval manuscripts) provided with artificial light
principles from which other truths can be derived any factor that could be considered important to the understanding of a particular business the lowest tone of a harmonic series
without shame
(usually preceded by `in') a detail or point paying particular notice (as to children or helpless people) (usually plural) a polite expression of desire for someone's welfare a long fixed look the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded) a feeling of friendship and esteem an attitude of admiration or esteem deem to be look at attentively connect closely and often incriminatingly
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having a mental age of three to seven years
in a sloppy manner
characterized by or performed with much energy or force taxing to the utmost; testing powers of endurance
acquire or deserve by one's efforts or actions store grain assemble or get together
thickly covered with ingrained dirt or soot
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become active force or drive out cause to be agitated, excited, or roused cause to become awake or conscious
an act of traveling by water a journey to some distant place travel on water propelled by wind or by other means
acting or moving or capable of acting or moving quickly (used of timepieces) indicating a time ahead of or later than the correct time at a rapid tempo (of surfaces) conducive to rapid speeds resistant to destruction or fading unrestrained by convention or morality hurried and brief securely fixed in place unwavering in devotion to friend or vow or cause (of a photographic lens or emulsion) causing a shortening of exposure time more quickly
a calm, lengthy, intent consideration (of ruminants) chewing (the cud) regurgitation of small amounts of food; seen in some infants after feeding
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put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose be pertinent or relevant or applicable ask (for something) apply to a surface be applicable to; as to an analysis give or convey physically avail oneself to ensure observance of laws and rules;  refer (a word or name) to a person or thing apply oneself to
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tastelessness by virtue of being cheap and vulgar
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the selling of goods to merchants; usually in large quantities for resale to consumers sell in large quantities ignoring distinctions at a wholesale price on a large scale without careful discrimination
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a scar where the umbilical cord was attached the center point or middle of something
understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something the limit of capability an intellectual hold or understanding the act of grasping hold firmly get the meaning of something
the feeling of being bored by something tedious
narrow-leaved green herbage: grown as lawns; used as pasture for grazing animals; cut and dried as hay German writer of novels and poetry and plays (born 1927) a police informer who implicates many people bulky food like grass or hay for browsing or grazing horses or cattle street names for marijuana shoot down, of birds cover with grass spread out clothes on the grass to let it dry and bleach cover with grass feed with grass give away information about somebody
a slow mode of locomotion on hands and knees or dragging the body move slowly; in the case of people or animals with the body near the ground to go stealthily or furtively grow or spread, often in such a way as to cover (a surface) show submission or fear
connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces make a logical or causal connection be or become joined or united or linked join by means of communication equipment land on or hit solidly join for the purpose of communication be scheduled so as to provide continuing service, as in transportation establish a rapport or relationship establish communication with someone plug into an outlet hit or play a ball successfully
English comedian and film maker; portrayed a downtrodden little man in baggy pants and bowler hat (1889-1977)
a room or building equipped with one or more toilets a plumbing fixture for defecation and urination misfortune resulting in lost effort or money the act of dressing and preparing yourself
United States composer and music critic (1885-1966) United States film actress (born in England) who was a childhood star; as an adult she often co-starred with Richard Burton (born in 1932) 12th President of the United States; died in office (1784-1850)
remove muck, clear away muck, as in a mine spread manure, as for fertilization soil with mud, muck, or mire
a medium that disseminates moving pictures a theater where films are shown
the sensation that results when taste buds in the tongue and throat convey information about the chemical composition of a soluble stimulus a strong liking delicate discrimination (especially of aesthetic values) a brief experience of something a small amount eaten or drunk the faculty of distinguishing sweet, sour, bitter, and salty properties in the mouth a kind of sensing; distinguishing substances by means of the taste buds have flavor; taste of something perceive by the sense of taste take a sample of have a distinctive or characteristic taste distinguish flavors experience briefly
cause fear in drive out by frightening
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turned or twisted toward one side incongruous; inviting ridicule very drunk
a general conscious awareness the meaning of a word or expression; the way in which a word or expression or situation can be interpreted the faculty through which the external world is apprehended sound practical judgment a natural appreciation or ability street names for marijuana perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles detect some circumstance or entity automatically become aware of not through the senses but instinctively comprehend
pleasing to the sense of taste
in an ingenious manner
social relations involving intrigue to gain authority or power the study of government of states and other political units the profession devoted to governing and to political affairs the opinion you hold with respect to political questions the activities and affairs involved in managing a state or a government
a clear appearance a manifest indication of the existence or presence or nature of some person or thing an appearance in bodily form (as of a disembodied spirit) expression without words a public display of group feelings (usually of a political nature)
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a senior member of the Christian clergy having spiritual and administrative authority; appointed in Christian churches to oversee priests or ministers; considered in some churches to be successors of the twelve Apostles of Christ port wine mulled with oranges and cloves (chess) a piece that can be moved diagonally over unoccupied squares of the same color
the state of affairs that a plan is intended to achieve and that (when achieved) terminates behavior intended to achieve it the place designated as the end (as of a race or journey) game equipment consisting of the place toward which players of a game try to advance a ball or puck in order to score points a successful attempt at scoring
flow or run over (a limit or brim) overflow with a certain feeling covered with water
a usually secretive or illicit sexual relationship
common Old World heath represented by many varieties; low evergreen grown widely in the northern hemisphere interwoven yarns of mixed colors producing muted greyish shades with flecks of color
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a person of subnormal intelligence
be worthy or deserving
detect with the senses
a cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard
excitation that makes your hair stand up or that chills your bones
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promise of reimbursement in the case of loss; paid to people or companies so concerned about hazards that they have made prepayments to an insurance company written contract or certificate of insurance protection against future loss
an elastic material obtained from the latex sap of trees (especially trees of the genera Hevea and Ficus) that can be vulcanized and finished into a variety of products any of various synthetic elastic materials whose properties resemble natural rubber an eraser made of rubber (or of a synthetic material with properties similar to rubber); commonly mounted at one end of a pencil contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse a waterproof overshoe that protects shoes from water or snow coat or impregnate with rubber returned for lack of funds
any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses pinkish table wine from red grapes whose skins were removed after fermentation began a dusty pink color
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the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one being one more than four
an unsteady uneven gait an unintentional but embarrassing blunder walk unsteadily miss a step and fall or nearly fall encounter by chance make an error
a small explosive bomb thrown by hand or fired from a missile
worthless material that is to be disposed of worthless people nonsensical talk or writing an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant dispose of (something useless or old) express a totally negative opinion of
of a quantity that can fulfill a need or requirement but without being abundant
offensively bold
for a short time in a concise manner; in a few words
the status of being a champion a competition at which a champion is chosen the act of providing approval and support
(sports) the act of swinging or striking at a ball with a club or racket or bat or cue or hand the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam a sudden loss of consciousness resulting when the rupture or occlusion of a blood vessel leads to oxygen lack in the brain a light touch a light touch with the hands (golf) the unit of scoring in golf is the act of hitting the ball with a club the oarsman nearest the stern of the shell who sets the pace for the rest of the crew anything that happens suddenly or by chance without an apparent cause a punctuation mark (/) used to separate related items of information a mark made on a surface by a pen, pencil, or paintbrush any one of the repeated movements of the limbs and body used for locomotion in swimming or rowing a single complete movement touch lightly and repeatedly, as with brushing motions strike a ball with a smooth blow row at a particular rate treat gingerly or carefully
a secret agreement between two or more people to perform an unlawful act a plot to carry out some harmful or illegal act (especially a political plot) a group of conspirators banded together to achieve some harmful or illegal purpose
accomplished by collaboration
a separately printed article that originally appeared in a larger publication a garment that can be purchased separately and worn in combinations with other garments act as a barrier between; stand between force, take, or pull apart mark as different separate into parts or portions divide into components or constituents arrange or order by classes or categories make a division or separation discontinue an association or relation; go different ways go one's own way; move apart become separated into pieces or fragments treat differently on the basis of sex or race come apart divide into two or more branches so as to form a fork independent; not united or joint standing apart; not attached to or supported by anything separated according to race, sex, class, or religion have the connection undone; having become separate
the closing section of a musical composition the temporal end; the concluding time the concluding part of any performance
write an orchestra score for plan and direct (a complex undertaking)
have as a part, be made up out of consider as part of something add as part of something else; put in as part of a set, group, or category allow participation in or the right to be part of; permit to exercise the rights, functions, and responsibilities of
any foodstuff made by combining different ingredients an occurrence of an unusual mixture the invention of a scheme or story to suit some purpose the act of creating something (a medicine or drink or soup etc.) by compounding or mixing a variety of components
United States philosopher (1876-1957) United States admiral who led a naval expedition to Japan and signed a treaty in 1854 opening up trade relations between United States and Japan; brother of Oliver Hazard Perry (1794-1858) United States commodore who led the fleet that defeated the British on Lake Erie during the War of 1812; brother of Matthew Calbraith Perry (1785-1819) a fermented and often effervescent beverage made from juice of pears; similar in taste to hard cider
a projectile that is fired from a gun a high-speed passenger train (baseball) a pitch thrown with maximum velocity
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have as a part, be made up out of consider as part of something add as part of something else; put in as part of a set, group, or category allow participation in or the right to be part of; permit to exercise the rights, functions, and responsibilities of enclosed in the same envelope or package
the act or process of complicating a situation or condition that is complex or confused any disease or disorder that occurs during the course of (or because of) another disease a development that complicates a situation puzzling complexity
an alloy of copper and zinc a wind instrument that consists of a brass tube (usually of variable length) that is blown by means of a cup-shaped or funnel-shaped mouthpiece the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something impudent aggressiveness an ornament or utensil made of brass the section of a band or orchestra that plays brass instruments a memorial made of brass
the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes) a prolonged intense look
infection by the human immunodeficiency virus the virus that causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS); it replicates in and kills the helper T cells
the science of mental life
relating to or constituting a topic of discourse of or relating to a melodic subject
a murderer (especially one who kills a prominent political figure) who kills by a surprise attack and often is hired to do the deed a member of a secret order of Muslims (founded in the 12th century) who terrorized and killed Christian Crusaders
in a clinical manner
a telephone connection a special disposition (as if from a divine source) to pursue a particular course a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition a demand especially in the phrase "the call of duty" the characteristic sound produced by a bird a brief social visit a demand by a broker that a customer deposit enough to bring his margin up to the minimum requirement a demand for a show of hands in a card game a request an instruction that interrupts the program being executed a visit in an official or professional capacity (sports) the decision made by an umpire or referee the option to buy a given stock (or stock index or commodity future) at a given price before a given date assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to ascribe a quality to or give a name of a common noun that reflects a quality get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone utter a sudden loud cry order, request, or command to come pay a brief visit call a meeting; invite or command to meet read aloud to check for omissions or absentees send a message or attempt to reach someone by radio, phone, etc.; make a signal to in order to transmit a message utter a characteristic note or cry stop or postpone because of adverse conditions, such as bad weather greet, as with a prescribed form, title, or name make a stop in a harbour demand payment of (a loan) make a demand, as for a card or a suit or a show of hands give the calls (to the dancers) for a square dance indicate a decision in regard to make a prediction about; tell in advance require the presentation of for redemption before maturation challenge (somebody) to make good on a statement; charge with or censure for an offense declare in the capacity of an umpire or referee lure by imitating the characteristic call of an animal order or request or give a command for order, summon, or request for a specific duty or activity, work, role utter in a loud voice or announce challenge the sincerity or truthfulness of consider or regard as being rouse somebody from sleep with a call
a married woman; a man's partner in marriage
make an investment give qualities or abilities to furnish with power or authority; of kings or emperors provide with power and authority place ceremoniously or formally in an office or position
the likelihood of a thing occurring rather than not occurring the ratio by which one better's wager is greater than that of another
complain
the trace of a point whose direction of motion changes a line on a graph representing data a pitch of a baseball that is thrown with spin so that its path curves as it approaches the batter the property possessed by the curving of a line or surface curved segment (of a road or river or railroad track etc.) turn sharply; change direction abruptly extend in curves and turns form an arch or curve bend or cause to bend form a curl, curve, or kink
not injured
an example that is used to justify similar occurrences at a later time (civil law) a law established by following earlier judicial decisions a system of jurisprudence based on judicial precedents rather than statutory laws a subject mentioned earlier (preceding in time) preceding in time, order, or significance
wear out completely use up (resources or materials) deplete use up the whole supply of eliminate (a substance) having a debilitating effect producing exhaustion
incorporate within oneself; make subjective or personal
someone who controls resources and expenditures member of a board of directors someone who supervises the actors and directs the action in the production of a show the person who directs the making of a film the person who leads a musical group
a fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval) a complete failure end weakly
a shallow salt lake in south central Australia about 35 feet below sea level; the largest lake in the country and the lowest point on the continent
make numb or insensitive causing numbness or insensitivity
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an Eskimo hut; usually built of blocks (of sod or snow) in the shape of a dome
something that serves as a means of transportation an exchange of molecules (and their kinetic energy and momentum) across the boundary between adjacent layers of a fluid or across cell membranes the commercial enterprise of moving goods and materials a state of being carried away by overwhelming emotion a mechanism that transports magnetic tape across the read/write heads of a tape playback/recorder the act of moving something from one location to another move something or somebody around; usually over long distances move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body hold spellbound transport commercially send from one person or place to another
(of animals especially human beings) having arrived at the onset of puberty (the age at which sex glands become functional) but not yet fully mature covered with fine soft hairs or down
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quantifier; used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class completely given to or absorbed by to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly')
god of the underworld; counterpart of Greek Pluto treat, mention, or speak to rudely
playfully vexing (especially by ridicule) perplexed (as if being expected to know something that you do not know)
any of the Sino-Tibetan languages spoken in China; regarded as dialects of a single language (even though they are mutually unintelligible) because they share an ideographic writing system a native or inhabitant of Communist China or of Nationalist China of or pertaining to China or its peoples or cultures of or relating to or characteristic of the island republic on Taiwan or its residents or their language
United States prizefighter who won the world heavyweight championship three times (born in 1942) the fourth caliph of Islam who is considered to be the first caliph by Shiites; he was a cousin and son-in-law of Muhammad; after his assassination Islam was divided into Shiite and Sunnite sects
people collectively who are crippled or otherwise physically handicapped injure permanently attempt to forecast the winner (especially in a horse race) and assign odds for or against a contestant put at a disadvantage incapable of functioning as a consequence of injury or illness
full of fighting spirit
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the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable be without
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try to prevent; show opposition to deprive of courage or hope; take away hope from; cause to feel discouraged admonish or counsel in terms of someone's behavior depriving of confidence or hope or enthusiasm and hence often deterring action expressing disapproval
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of or relating to or involving or used in surgery relating to or requiring or amenable to treatment by surgery especially as opposed to medicine performed with great precision
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emotionally unmoved being in the original position; not having been moved
a piece of dishware normally used as a container for holding or serving food a particular item of prepared food the quantity that a dish will hold a very attractive or seductive looking woman directional antenna consisting of a parabolic reflector for microwave or radio frequency radiation an activity that you like or at which you are superior provide (usually but not necessarily food) make concave; shape like a dish
to travel behind, go after, come after be later in time come as a logical consequence; follow logically travel along a certain course act in accordance with someone's rules, commands, or wishes come after in time, as a result behave in accordance or in agreement with be next choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans to bring something about at a later time than imitate in behavior; take as a model follow, discover, or ascertain the course of development of something follow with the eyes or the mind be the successor (of) perform an accompaniment to keep informed to be the product or result accept and follow the leadership or command or guidance of adhere to or practice work in a specific place, with a specific subject, or in a specific function keep under surveillance follow in or as if in pursuit grasp the meaning keep to
continuous and profound contemplation or musing on a subject or series of subjects of a deep or abstruse nature (religion) contemplation of spiritual matters (usually on religious or philosophical subjects)
the act of making up your mind about something a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration (boxing) a victory won on points when no knockout has occurred the outcome of a game or contest the trait of resoluteness as evidenced by firmness of character or purpose
a married woman (usually middle-aged with children) who is staid and dignified a wardress in a prison a woman in charge of nursing in a medical institution
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a quick look a brief or incomplete view a vague indication catch a glimpse of or see briefly
a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house
an event resulting in great loss and misfortune a state of extreme (usually irremediable) ruin and misfortune a sudden violent change in the earth's surface
respectful deference
cause to experience or suffer or make liable or vulnerable to make accountable for make subservient; force to submit or subdue refer for judgment or consideration
resembling the sound of a brass instrument tastelessly showy unrestrained by convention or propriety
the performance of a part or role in a drama perform an action, or work out or perform (an action) behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself play a role or part discharge one's duties pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind be suitable for theatrical performance have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected be engaged in an activity, often for no particular purpose other than pleasure behave unnaturally or affectedly perform on a stage or theater serving temporarily especially as a substitute
a rapid change in brightness; a brief spark or flash reflect brightly be lively or brilliant or exhibit virtuosity emit or produce sparks become bubbly or frothy or foaming shining with brilliant points of light like stars used of wines and waters; charged naturally or artificially with carbon dioxide
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(mathematics) a rectangular array of quantities or expressions set out by rows and columns; treated as a single element and manipulated according to rules (geology) amass of fine-grained rock in which fossils, crystals, or gems are embedded an enclosure within which something originates or develops (from the Latin for womb) the body substance in which tissue cells are embedded the formative tissue at the base of a nail mold used in the production of phonograph records, type, or other relief surface
a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished a system of projects or services intended to meet a public need a radio or television show a document stating the aims and principles of a political party an announcement of the events that will occur as part of a theatrical or sporting event an integrated course of academic studies (computer science) a sequence of instructions that a computer can interpret and execute a performance (or series of performances) at a public presentation arrange a program of or for write a computer program
having excessive sexual desire or appeal
a person's brother or sister
in a royal manner
the activity of formally presenting something (as a prize or reward) a show or display; the act of presenting something to sight or view the act of making something publicly available; presenting news or other information by broadcasting or printing it the act of presenting a proposal a visual representation of something formally making a person known to another or to the public (obstetrics) position of the fetus in the uterus relative to the birth canal
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move or progress freely as if in a stream move along, of liquids cause to flow be abundantly present fall or flow in a certain way cover or swamp with water undergo menstruation
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any specific behavior the state of being active an organic process that takes place in the body (chemistry) the capacity of a substance to take part in a chemical reaction a process existing in or produced by nature (rather than by the intent of human beings) the trait of being active; moving or acting rapidly and energetically
duplicator that transmits the copy by wire or radio send something via a facsimile machine
an adult female person (as opposed to a man) a female person who plays a significant role (wife or mistress or girlfriend) in the life of a particular man a human female employed to do housework women as a class
not up to expectations
something inferior in quality or condition or effect (comparative of `bad') inferior to another in quality or condition or desirability changed for the worse in health or fitness having undesirable or negative qualities very intense feeling physical discomfort or pain (`tough' is occasionally used colloquially for `bad') (of foodstuffs) not in an edible or usable condition feeling or expressing regret or sorrow or a sense of loss over something done or undone not capable of being collected below average in quality or performance nonstandard not financially safe or secure physically unsound or diseased capable of harming characterized by wickedness or immorality reproduced fraudulently not working properly (comparative of `ill') in a less effective or successful or desirable manner
a short musical composition with words a distinctive or characteristic sound the act of singing the characteristic sound produced by a bird a very small sum the imperial dynasty of China from 960 to 1279; noted for art and literature and philosophy
a terrorist organization that seeks to overthrow the government dominated by Tutsi and to institute Hutu control again located at a great distance in time or space or degree being of a considerable distance or length being the animal or vehicle on the right or being on the right side of an animal or vehicle beyond a norm in opinion or actions to a considerable degree; very much at or to or from a great distance in space at or to a certain point or degree remote in time to an advanced stage or point
a substance that can be burned to provide heat or power capable of igniting and burning
an insignificant student who is ridiculed as being affected or boringly studious the grade of particle fineness to which a substance is ground hard monotonous routine work the act of grinding to a powder or dust press or grind with a crushing noise make a grating or grinding sound by rubbing together work hard dance by rotating the pelvis in an erotically suggestive way, often while in contact with one's partner such that the dancers' legs are interlaced reduce to small pieces or particles by pounding or abrading created by grinding shape or form by grinding
cleverly amusing in tone
a soft greasy substance occurring in organic tissue and consisting of a mixture of lipids (mostly triglycerides) a kind of body tissue containing stored fat that serves as a source of energy; it also cushions and insulates vital organs excess bodily weight make fat or plump having an (over)abundance of flesh having a relatively large diameter containing or composed of fat lucrative marked by great fruitfulness
a joke that seems extremely funny monkey of tropical South American forests having a loud howling cry a glaring blunder
United States divorcee whose marriage to Edward VIII created a constitutional crisis leading to his abdication Scottish obstetrician and surgeon who pioneered in the use of ether and discovered the anesthetic effects of chloroform (1811-1870)
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the least favorable outcome the greatest damage or wickedness of which one is capable the weakest effort or poorest achievement one is capable of defeat thoroughly (superlative of `bad') most wanting in quality or value or condition having undesirable or negative qualities very intense feeling physical discomfort or pain (`tough' is occasionally used colloquially for `bad') (of foodstuffs) not in an edible or usable condition feeling or expressing regret or sorrow or a sense of loss over something done or undone not capable of being collected below average in quality or performance nonstandard not financially safe or secure physically unsound or diseased capable of harming characterized by wickedness or immorality reproduced fraudulently not working properly to the highest degree of inferiority or badness
exceptionally bad or displeasing causing fear or dread or terror offensive or even (of persons) malicious inspired by a feeling of fearful wonderment or reverence extreme in degree or extent or amount or impact inspiring awe or admiration or wonder used as intensifiers
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a hollow globule of gas (e.g., air or carbon dioxide) a speculative scheme that depends on unstable factors that the planner cannot control an impracticable and illusory idea a dome-shaped covering made of transparent glass or plastic form, produce, or emit bubbles flow in an irregular current with a bubbling noise rise in bubbles or as if in bubbles cause to form bubbles expel gas from the stomach
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interact in a certain way subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition provide treatment for act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression provide with a gift or entertainment provide with choice or abundant food or drink engage in negotiations in order to reach an agreement regard or consider in a specific way
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given to or marked by sentiment or sentimentality effusively or insincerely emotional
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any stimulating information or event; acts to arouse action
a database containing an ordered array of items (names or topics) the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of include in a list cause to lean to the side tilt to one side enumerate
lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer lengthen or extend in duration or space relatively long in duration; tediously protracted drawn out or made longer spatially
come to pass come to one's mind; suggest itself to be found to exist
in a singular manner or to a singular degree; he acquired three wives and fourteen children during his Portuguese embassy alone"
exploitation to the point of diminishing returns make use of too often or too extensively
a percussion instrument similar to a xylophone but having metal bars and rotating disks in the resonators that produce a vibrato sound a distinctive emotional aura experienced instinctively
cancel, annul, or reverse an action or its effect deprive of certain characteristics cause the ruin or downfall of cause to become loose remove the outer cover or wrapping of not done doomed to extinction not fastened or tied or secured thrown into a state of disorganization or incoherence
a major road for any form of motor transport
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be in conflict go against, as of rules and laws
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a light sharp contact (usually with something flexible) a short stroke a form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement flash intermittently look through a book or other written material cause to move with a flick throw or toss with a quick motion shine unsteadily twitch or flutter cause to make a snapping sound touch or hit with a light, quick blow remove with a flick (of the hand)
any of numerous plants of the genus Erysimum having fragrant yellow or orange or brownish flowers perennial of southern Europe having clusters of fragrant flowers of all colors especially yellow and orange; often naturalized on old walls or cliffs; sometimes placed in genus Erysimum remains on sidelines at social event
any of various long-tailed rodents similar to but larger than a mouse someone who works (or provides workers) during a strike a person who is deemed to be despicable or contemptible one who reveals confidential information in return for money a pad (usually made of hair) worn as part of a woman's coiffure desert one's party or group of friends, for example, for one's personal advantage employ scabs or strike breakers in take the place of work of someone on strike give (hair) the appearance of being fuller by using a rat catch rats, especially with dogs give away information about somebody
the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system one of four playing cards in a deck with ten pips on the face being one more than nine
of or resembling or typical of a college or college students
a beverage made by steeping tea leaves in water a light midafternoon meal of tea and sandwiches or cakes a tropical evergreen shrub or small tree extensively cultivated in e.g. China and Japan and India; source of tea leaves a reception or party at which tea is served dried leaves of the tea shrub; used to make tea
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driven by lust; preoccupied with or exhibiting lustful desires
a tough youth of 1950's and 1960's wearing Edwardian style clothes
a woman villain
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restate (words) from one language into another language change from one form or medium into another make sense of a language bring to a certain spiritual state change the position of (figures or bodies) in space without rotation be equivalent in effect be translatable, or be translatable in a certain way subject to movement in which every part of the body moves parallel to and the same distance as every other point on the body express, as in simple and less technical language determine the amino-acid sequence of a protein during its synthesis by using information on the messenger RNA
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a magnitude or frequency relative to a time unit amount of a charge or payment relative to some basis the relative speed of progress or change a quantity or amount or measure considered as a proportion of another quantity or amount or measure assign a rank or rating to be worthy of or have a certain rating estimate the value of
the creation of something in the mind a creation (a new device or process) resulting from study and experimentation the act of inventing
the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan) an arrangement scheme something intended as a guide for making something else a decorative or artistic work an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions a preliminary sketch indicating the plan for something the creation of something in the mind make or work out a plan for; devise plan something for a specific role or purpose or effect create the design for; create or execute in an artistic or highly skilled manner make a design of; plan out in systematic, often graphic form create designs conceive or fashion in the mind; invent intend or have as a purpose
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with competence; in a competent capable manner
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a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condiments); different names are used in different sections of the United States a submersible warship usually armed with torpedoes be a substitute
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the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system the rays of the sun a person considered as a source of warmth or energy or glory etc any star around which a planetary system revolves first day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians expose one's body to the sun expose to the rays of the sun or affect by exposure to the sun
a quantity of money a quantity obtained by the addition of a group of numbers the final aggregate the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience the whole amount a set containing all and only the members of two or more given sets be a summary of determine the sum of
the time at which something is supposed to begin a compensating equivalent a horizontal branch from the base of plant that produces new plants from buds at its tips a natural consequence of development a plate makes an inked impression on a rubber-blanketed cylinder, which in turn transfers it to the paper structure where a wall or building narrows abruptly compensate for or counterbalance make up for cause (printed matter) to transfer or smear onto another surface create an offset in produce by offset printing
the outer layer of the Earth a hard outer layer that covers something the trait of being rude and impertinent; inclined to take liberties form a crust or form into a crust
a document stating the facts and points of law of a client's case a condensed written summary or abstract give essential information to someone of short duration or distance concise and succinct (of clothing) very short
an electrical load that exceeds the available electrical power an excessive burden become overloaded fill to excess so that function is impaired place too much a load on
leather that has had its grain pattern accentuated a dense crowd of people temporary love of an adolescent the act of crushing come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition come out better in a competition, race, or conflict break into small pieces humiliate or depress completely crush or bruise make ineffective become injured, broken, or distorted by pressure
an interpretation of a matter from a particular viewpoint something a little different from others of the same type a written work (as a novel) that has been recast in a new form a written communication in a second language having the same meaning as the written communication in a first language a mental representation of the meaning or significance of something manual turning of a fetus in the uterus (usually to aid delivery)
type genus of the Suidae
teaching or impressing upon the mind by frequent instruction or repetition impart gradually enter drop by drop produce or try to produce a vivid impression of teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions fill, as with a certain quality
meet at a point
a medium that disseminates moving pictures a theater where films are shown
detect with the senses
the sport of engaging in contests of speed move fast compete in a race to work as fast as possible towards a goal, sometimes in competition with others cause to move fast or to rush or race
a weapon that discharges a missile at high velocity (especially from a metal tube or barrel) large but transportable armament a person who shoots a gun (as regards their ability) a professional killer who uses a gun a hand-operated pump that resembles a revolver; forces grease into parts of a machine a pedal that controls the throttle valve the discharge of a firearm as signal or as a salute in military ceremonies shoot with a gun
a large indefinite number a large gathering of people the common people generally
give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause dedicate set aside or apart for a specific purpose or use zealous in devotion or affection (followed by `to') dedicated exclusively to a purpose or use
not fanciful or imaginative lacking wit or imagination not challenging; dull and lacking excitement
one of the digits of the foot the part of footwear that provides a covering for the toes forepart of a hoof (golf) the part of a clubhead farthest from the shaft walk so that the toes assume an indicated position or direction drive obliquely hit (a golf ball) with the toe of the club drive (a golf ball) with the toe of the club touch with the toe
a religious person who believes Jesus is the Christ and who is a member of a Christian denomination relating to or characteristic of Christianity following the teachings or manifesting the qualities or spirit of Jesus Christ
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move through with or as if with a rake level or smooth with a rake sweep the length of examine hastily gather with a rake scrape gently
100 halers equal 1 koruna Slovakia 100 halers equal 1 koruna in Czech Republic United States novelist whose best known work was a black comedy inspired by his experiences in the Air Force during World War II (1923-1999) a rowdy or mischievous person (usually a young man)
attended by members of both sexes
the action or reaction of something (as a machine or substance) under specified circumstances (behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward other people (psychology) the aggregate of the responses or reactions or movements made by an organism in any situation manner of acting or controlling yourself
a state of deterioration due to old age or long use
hard monotonous routine work
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make more compact by or as if by pressing squeeze or press together pressed tightly together reduced in volume by pressure flattened laterally along the whole length (e.g., certain leafstalks or flatfishes)
Irish philosopher and Anglican bishop who opposed the materialism of Thomas Hobbes (1685-1753) a city in California on the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay; site of the University of California at Berkeley
a line leading to a place or point the spatial relation between something and the course along which it points or moves a general course along which something has a tendency to develop something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action the act of managing something a message describing how something is to be done the act of setting and holding a course a formal statement of a command or injunction to do something the concentration of attention or energy on something
a mathematical statement that two expressions are equal a state of being essentially equal or equivalent; equally balanced the act of regarding as equal
an event resulting in great loss and misfortune drama in which the protagonist is overcome by some superior force or circumstance; excites terror or pity
any of numerous sun-loving low-growing evergreens of the genus Armeria having round heads of pink or white flowers extreme care in spending money; reluctance to spend money unnecessarily
affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings (of persons) having pleasing manners or behavior
fill with apprehension or alarm; cause to be unpleasantly surprised
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a process of becoming larger or longer or more numerous or more important the amount by which something increases
connected with or belonging to or used in a navy
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make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen consent to, give permission let have give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain allow or plan for a certain possibility; concede the truth or validity of something afford possibility allow the other (baseball) team to score grant as a discount or in exchange allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting
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the furthest or highest degree of something the point located farthest from the middle of something
fill with apprehension or alarm; cause to be unpleasantly surprised stricken with horror
the physical property of being inflexible and hard to bend the property of moving with pain or difficulty firm resoluteness in purpose or opinion or action the inelegance of someone stiff and unrelaxed (as by embarrassment) excessive sternness
the state of being or appearing to be actively engaged in an activity an Islamic fundamentalist group in Pakistan that fought the Soviet Union in Afghanistan in the 1980s; now operates as a terrorist organization primarily in Kashmir and seeks Kashmir's accession by Pakistan a humming noise sing with closed lips be noisy with activity sound with a monotonous hum make a low continuous sound
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(Yiddish) a little; a piece (Yiddish) a contrived and often used bit of business that a performer uses to steal attention (Yiddish) a prank or piece of clowning (Yiddish) a devious trick; a bit of cheating
the right to buy or sell property at an agreed price; the right is purchased and if it is not exercised by a stated date the money is forfeited one of a number of things from which only one can be chosen the act of choosing or selecting
an amusement park in Anaheim created in 1955 by Walt Disney
put, fix, force, or implant stay put (in a certain place); we are not moving to Cincinnati" stick to firmly be or become fixed endure be a devoted follower or supporter be loyal to cover and decorate with objects that pierce the surface fasten with an adhesive material like glue fasten with or as with pins or nails fasten into place by fixing an end or point into something pierce with a thrust using a pointed instrument pierce or penetrate or puncture with something pointed come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation saddle with something disagreeable or disadvantageous be a mystery or bewildering to extending out above or beyond a surface or boundary
something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness pain in the head caused by dilation of cerebral arteries or muscle contractions or a reaction to drugs
your usual mood the act or means of getting rid of something an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others a natural or acquired habit or characteristic tendency in a person or thing
in a thankful manner; with thanks let us be thankful that
of an incalculable amount
happening unexpectedly quickly and without warning on impulse; without premeditation
an exclusive circle of people with a common purpose
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a white or silvered surface where pictures can be projected for viewing a protective covering that keeps things out or hinders sight the display that is electronically created on the surface of the large end of a cathode-ray tube a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something a protective covering consisting of netting; can be mounted in a frame the personnel of the film industry a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles a door that consists of a frame holding metallic or plastic netting; used to allow ventilation and to keep insects from entering a building through the open door partition consisting of a decorative frame or panel that serves to divide a space test or examine for the presence of disease or infection examine methodically examine in order to test suitability project onto a screen for viewing prevent from entering separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm
fit out again
make into a whole or make part of a whole include or contain; have as a component form a corporation unite or merge with something already in existence formed or united into a whole
German raconteur who told preposterous stories about his adventures as a soldier and hunter; his name is now associated with any telling of exaggerated stories or winning lies (1720-1797)
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a tapering point shrewdness shown by keen insight
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continue talking move ahead; travel onward in time or space follow a procedure or take a course follow a certain course continue a certain state, condition, or activity
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a spontaneous loss of consciousness caused by insufficient blood to the brain pass out from weakness, physical or emotional distress due to a loss of blood supply to the brain deficient in magnitude; barely perceptible; lacking clarity or brightness or loudness etc lacking clarity or distinctness lacking strength or vigor weak and likely to lose consciousness indistinctly understood or felt or perceived lacking conviction or boldness or courage
with full force
an unsophisticated country person characteristic of rural life awkwardly simple and provincial characteristic of the fields or country
discouraging intimacies; reserved inaccessibly located or situated
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something (such as parsley) added to a dish for flavor or decoration any decoration added as a trimming or adornment take a debtor's wages on legal orders, such as for child support decorate (food), as with parsley or other ornamental foods
incapable of being conceived or considered
a young person of either sex of lesser importance or stature or rank lesser in scope or effect inferior in number or size or amount of a scale or mode not of legal age of lesser seriousness or danger of your secondary field of academic concentration or specialization of the younger of two boys with the same family name warranting only temporal punishment limited in size or scope
solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times a padded gymnastic apparatus on legs troops trained to fight on horseback a framework for holding wood that is being sawed a chessman shaped to resemble the head of a horse; can move two squares horizontally and one vertically (or vice versa) provide with a horse or horses
a level tract of land a shallow box in which seedlings are started a musical notation indicating one half step lower than the note named freight car without permanent sides or roof a deflated pneumatic tire scenery consisting of a wooden frame covered with painted canvas; part of a stage setting a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house having a surface without slope, tilt in which no part is higher or lower than another having a relatively broad surface in relation to depth or thickness not modified or restricted by reservations stretched out and lying at full length along the ground lacking contrast or shading between tones (of a musical note) lowered in pitch by one chromatic semitone flattened laterally along the whole length (e.g., certain leafstalks or flatfishes) lacking taste or flavor or tang lacking stimulating characteristics; uninteresting having lost effervescence sounded or spoken in a tone unvarying in pitch horizontally level lacking the expected range or depth; not designed to give an illusion or depth not reflecting light; not glossy commercially inactive with flat sails in a forthright manner; candidly or frankly
of very poor quality or condition characterized by physical misery very unhappy; full of misery morally reprehensible deserving or inciting pity
the fact of being aware of information that is known to few people be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about know how to do or perform something be aware of the truth of something; have a belief or faith in something; regard as true beyond any doubt be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority have fixed in the mind have sexual intercourse with know the nature or character of be able to distinguish, recognize as being different perceive as familiar
a concise explanation of the meaning of a word or phrase or symbol clarity of outline
take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission constitute reasonable evidence for take liberties or act with too much confidence
a soft wet area of low-lying land that sinks underfoot deep soft mud in water or slush a difficulty or embarrassment that is hard to extricate yourself from entrap cause to get stuck as if in a mire be unable to move further soil with mud, muck, or mire
United States sculptor (1887-1966) versatile United States film actor (born in 1937)
the belief in magical spells that harness occult forces or evil spirits to produce unnatural effects in the world
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in a languid and lethargic manner
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emblem usually consisting of a rectangular piece of cloth of distinctive design a listing printed in all issues of a newspaper or magazine (usually on the editorial page) that gives the name of the publication and the names of the editorial staff, etc. plants with sword-shaped leaves and erect stalks bearing bright-colored flowers composed of three petals and three drooping sepals a rectangular piece of fabric used as a signalling device flagpole used to mark the position of the hole on a golf green stratified stone that splits into pieces suitable as paving stones a conspicuously marked or shaped tail communicate or signal with a flag provide with a flag droop, sink, or settle from or as if from pressure or loss of tautness decorate with flags become less intense
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in essence; at bottom or by one's (or its) very nature
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about know how to do or perform something be aware of the truth of something; have a belief or faith in something; regard as true beyond any doubt be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority have fixed in the mind have sexual intercourse with know the nature or character of be able to distinguish, recognize as being different perceive as familiar apprehended with certainty
soften, make mellow become more relaxed, easygoing, or genial make or grow (more) mellow unhurried and relaxed having a full and pleasing flavor through proper aging having attained to kindliness or gentleness through age and experience having attained to kindliness or gentleness through age and experience slightly and pleasantly intoxicated from alcohol or a drug (especially marijuana) (obsolete) in a mellow manner
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any of various substances of either mineral origin or plant or animal origin; they are solid at normal temperatures and insoluble in water cover with wax go up or advance increase in phase
any of numerous plants of the genus Gladiolus native chiefly to tropical and South Africa having sword-shaped leaves and one-sided spikes of brightly colored funnel-shaped flowers; widely cultivated showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy eagerly disposed to act or to be of service feeling happy appreciation cheerful and bright
a board with the alphabet on it; used with a planchette to spell out supernatural messages
someone deranged and possibly dangerous informal or slang terms for mentally irregular
a short moral story (often with animal characters) (New Testament) any of the stories told by Jesus to convey his religious message
possessing material wealth having an abundant supply of desirable qualities or substances (especially natural resources) of great worth or quality marked by great fruitfulness strong; intense very productive high in mineral content; having a high proportion of fuel to air suggestive of or characterized by great expense containing plenty of fat, or eggs, or sugar marked by richness and fullness of flavor pleasantly full and mellow affording an abundant supply
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a mathematical statement that two expressions are equal a state of being essentially equal or equivalent; equally balanced the act of regarding as equal
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a humble request for help from someone in authority (law) a defendant's answer by a factual matter (as distinguished from a demurrer) an answer indicating why a suit should be dismissed
United States illustrator remembered for his creation of the `Gibson girl' (1867-1944) Australian actor (born in the United States in 1956) United States tennis player who was the first Black woman player to win all the major world singles titles (1927-2003)
argue with one another think about carefully; weigh discuss the pros and cons of an issue have an argument about something
not producing an intended effect producing no result or effect lacking in power or forcefulness
combatant who tries to throw opponent to the ground
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extinct East Germanic language of the ancient Goths; the only surviving record being fragments of a 4th-century translation of the Bible by Bishop Ulfilas a heavy typeface in use from 15th to 18th centuries a style of architecture developed in northern France that spread throughout Europe between the 12th and 16th centuries; characterized by slender vertical piers and counterbalancing buttresses and by vaulting and pointed arches characteristic of the style of type commonly used for printing German of or relating to the language of the ancient Goths of or relating to the Goths as if belonging to the Middle Ages; old-fashioned and unenlightened characterized by gloom and mystery and the grotesque
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a short film and commentary about current events
mediation in order to bring about a marriage between others
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shockingly brutal or cruel exceptionally bad or displeasing provoking horror
take exception to issue a challenge to ask for identification raise a formal objection in a court of law requiring full use of your abilities or resources stimulating interest or thought disturbingly provocative
persuasion formulated as a suggestion a cue given to a performer (usually the beginning of the next line to be spoken) give an incentive for action serve as the inciting cause of assist (somebody acting or reciting) by suggesting the next words of something forgotten or imperfectly learned
a long narrative poem telling of a hero's deeds
engage in plotting or enter into a conspiracy, swear together act in unison or agreement and in secret towards a deceitful or illegal purpose
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someone who adopts the dress or manner or sexual role of the opposite sex receiving sexual gratification from wearing clothing of the opposite sex
intended or adapted to afford protection of some kind showing care (usually followed by `of') solicitously caring or mindful
the doctrine that representations of nature or human behavior should be accurate imitations something copied or derived from an original copying (or trying to copy) the actions of someone else a representation of a person that is exaggerated for comic effect not genuine or real; being an imitation of the genuine article; it's real synthetic fur"
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lasting for an hour
a small lake
move in a curve or arc, usually with the intent of hitting move or walk in a swinging or swaying manner change direction with a swinging motion; turn influence decisively make a big sweeping gesture or movement hang freely hit or aim at with a sweeping arm movement alternate dramatically between high and low values live in a lively, modern, and relaxed style have a certain musical rhythm be a social swinger; socialize a lot play with a subtle and intuitively felt sense of rhythm engage freely in promiscuous sex, often with the husband or wife of one's friends
a German city near Leipzig; scene of the adoption in 1919 of the constitution of the Weimar Republic that lasted until 1933
a successful womanizer; a man who behaves selfishly in his sexual relationships with women
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have and exert influence or effect shape or influence; give direction to induce into action by using one's charm
the act of tarrying remain present although waning or gradually dying be about leave slowly and hesitantly take one's time; proceed slowly move to and fro
an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business a room in which a lawcourt sits the sovereign and his advisers who are the governing power of a state a specially marked horizontal area within which a game is played Australian woman tennis player who won many major championships (born in 1947) the family and retinue of a sovereign or prince a hotel for motorists; provides direct access from rooms to parking area a tribunal that is presided over by a magistrate or by one or more judges who administer justice according to the laws the residence of a sovereign or nobleman an area wholly or partly surrounded by walls or buildings respectful deference make amorous advances towards seek someone's favor engage in social activities leading to marriage
the state of affairs that a plan is intended to achieve and that (when achieved) terminates behavior intended to achieve it the place designated as the end (as of a race or journey) game equipment consisting of the place toward which players of a game try to advance a ball or puck in order to score points a successful attempt at scoring
a state in which all hope is lost or absent desperate recklessness
on the contrary; rather (or instead), he wrote her a letter" to some (great or small) extent more readily or willingly to a degree (not used with a negative)
the act of breaking something terminate become separated into pieces or fragments render inoperable or ineffective ruin completely destroy the integrity of; usually by force; cause to separate into pieces or fragments act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises move away or escape suddenly scatter or part force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up prevent completion enter someone's (virtual or real) property in an unauthorized manner, usually with the intent to steal or commit a violent act make submissive, obedient, or useful fail to agree with; be in violation of; as of rules or patterns surpass in excellence make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret come into being stop operating or functioning interrupt a continued activity make a rupture in the ranks of the enemy or one's own by quitting or fleeing curl over and fall apart in surf or foam, of waves lessen in force or effect be broken in come to an end vary or interrupt a uniformity or continuity cause to give up a habit give up come forth or begin from a state of latency happen or take place cause the failure or ruin of invalidate by judicial action discontinue an association or relation; go different ways assign to a lower position; reduce in rank reduce to bankruptcy change directions suddenly emerge from the surface of a body of water break down, literally or metaphorically do a break dance exchange for smaller units of money destroy the completeness of a set of related items make the opening shot that scatters the balls separate from a clinch, in boxing go to pieces break a piece from a whole become punctured or penetrated pierce or penetrate be released or become known; of news cease an action temporarily interrupt the flow of current in undergo breaking find a flaw in find the solution or key to change suddenly from one tone quality or register to another happen become fractured; break or crack on the surface only crack; of the male voice in puberty fall sharply fracture a bone of diminish or discontinue abruptly weaken or destroy in spirit or body
direct the course of; manage or control lead, as in the performance of a composition; Barenboim conducted the Chicago symphony for years" behave in a certain manner take somebody somewhere transmit or serve as the medium for transmission lead musicians in the performance of
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the act of making something clean clean one's body or parts thereof, as by washing purge of an ideology, bad thoughts, or sins cleansing the body by washing; especially ritual washing of e.g. hands acting like an antiseptic
smash or break forcefully
now and then or here and there
a tingling feeling of excitement (as from teasing or tickling) an agreeable arousal the act of tickling
a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc causing something without any direct or apparent effort a cognitive factor that tends to have an effect on what you do the effect of one thing (or person) on another one having power to influence another have and exert influence or effect shape or influence; give direction to induce into action by using one's charm
lewd or obscene talk or writing humorously vulgar
make plain and comprehensible define serve as a reason or cause or justification of
declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of report the receipt of express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for accept as legally binding and valid accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
the quality of being simple or uncompounded a lack of penetration or subtlety absence of affectation or pretense freedom from difficulty or hardship or effort lack of ornamentation
two (or more) slices of bread with a filling between them make into a sandwich insert or squeeze tightly between two people or objects
an endorsement give sanction to being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition in a satisfactory or adequate manner; (`alright' is a nonstandard variant of `all right')
feature as the star be the star in a performance mark with an asterisk marked with an asterisk
a flaw or weak point powerlessness revealed by an inability to act the property of lacking physical or mental strength; liability to failure under pressure or stress or strain the condition of being financially weak a penchant for something even though it might not be good for you
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manifest or bring back reflect deeply on a subject to throw or bend back (from a surface) be bright by reflecting or casting light show an image of give evidence of a certain behavior give evidence of the quality of
as from an altitude or distance
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impossible to subdue
having abundant light or illumination apparatus for supplying artificial light effects for the stage or a film the craft of providing artificial light the act of setting something on fire make lighter or brighter begin to smoke to come to rest, settle cause to start burning; subject to fire or great heat fall to somebody by assignment or lot alight from (a horse)
not causing surprise
make numb or insensitive lacking sensation (followed by `to') not showing human feeling or sensitivity; unresponsive so frightened as to be unable to move; stunned or paralyzed with terror; petrified
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make denser, stronger, or purer direct one's attention on something make central make more concise draw together or meet in one common center compress or concentrate be cooked until very little liquid is left cook until very little liquid is left
fill to satisfaction filled to satisfaction with food or drink (followed by `with')deeply filled or permeated
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believing the worst of human nature and motives; having a sneering disbelief in e.g. selflessness of others hating mankind in general
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for the most part
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marked by precise accordance with details marked by extreme care in treatment of details
in a composed and unconcerned manner in an unconcerned manner
the act of departing a variation that deviates from the standard or norm euphemistic expressions for death
not straightforward or candid; giving a false appearance of frankness marked by skill in achieving a desired end especially with cunning or craft
to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others
the vertical dimension of extension; distance from the base of something to the top the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development (of a standing person) the distance from head to foot elevation especially above sea level or above the earth's surface
pay for something walk add a column of numbers having feet
the land along the edge of a body of water a beam or timber that is propped against a structure to provide support serve as a shore to arrive on shore support by placing against something solid or rigid
an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect the pointed part of barbed wire a subsidiary point facing opposite from the main point that makes an arrowhead or spear hard to remove one of the parallel filaments projecting from the main shaft of a feather provide with barbs
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get or gather together collect or gather
having the hair or wool cut or clipped off as if with shears or clippers
a cruel act; a deliberate infliction of pain and suffering feelings of extreme heartlessness the quality of being cruel and causing tension or annoyance
a remedy that stops or controls the effects of a poison
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense set in motion, cause to start begin to speak or say be the first item or point, constitute the beginning or start, come first in a series have a beginning, of a temporal event have a beginning characterized in some specified way begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object achieve or accomplish in the least degree, usually used in the negative begin to speak, understand, read, and write a language
assume (more) feminine characteristics to give a (more) feminine, effeminate, or womanly quality or appearance to
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the month following August and preceding October
the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience any substance possessing to a high degree the predominant properties of a plant or drug or other natural product from which it is extracted the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work a toiletry that emits and diffuses a fragrant odor
escape, either physically or mentally be incomprehensible to; escape understanding by avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)
an item inserted in a written record the act of beginning something new a written record of a commercial transaction something (manuscripts or architectural plans and models or estimates or works of art of all genres etc.) submitted for the judgment of others (as in a competition) something that provides access (to get in or get out) the act of entering
a feeling of being intimate and belonging together the quality of being close and poorly ventilated the spatial property resulting from a relatively small distance extreme stinginess characterized by a lack of openness (especially about one's actions or purposes) close or warm friendship
an organization of missionaries in a foreign land sent to carry on religious work an operation that is assigned by a higher headquarters a special assignment that is given to a person or group the organized work of a religious missionary a group of representatives or delegates
of or relating to or resembling or expressed in a proverb widely known and spoken of
without rigidity
people collectively who are crippled or otherwise physically handicapped make unable to perform a certain action injure permanently incapable of functioning as a consequence of injury or illness
strike with disgust or revulsion violate the sacred character of a place or language force (someone) to have sex against their will angered at something unjust or wrong
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blindly and obstinately attached to some creed or opinion and intolerant toward others
working as a substitute for someone who is ill or on leave of absence put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items be a substitute act as a substitute
act (a role) with great restraint play a card lower than (a held high card)
having a large belly
a search for knowledge an instance of questioning a systematic investigation of a matter of public interest
put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose convert (from an investment trust to a unit trust)
how something is done or how it happens a way of expressing something (in language or art or music etc.) that is characteristic of a particular person or group of people or period a particular kind (as to appearance) the popular taste at a given time (botany) the narrow elongated part of the pistil between the ovary and the stigma editorial directions to be followed in spelling and punctuation and capitalization and typographical display distinctive and stylish elegance a pointed tool for writing or drawing or engraving a slender bristlelike or tubular process designate by an identifying term make consistent with a certain fashion or style make consistent with certain rules of style
a vowellike sound that serves as a consonant the act of moving smoothly along a surface while remaining in contact with it the activity of flying a glider move smoothly and effortlessly fly in or as if in a glider plane cause to move or pass silently, smoothly, or imperceptibly
in a tempting seductive manner
address a deity, a prophet, a saint or an object of worship; say a prayer call upon in supplication; entreat
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a particular instance of selling the general activity of selling an occasion (usually brief) for buying at specially reduced prices the state of being purchasable; offered or exhibited for selling an agreement (or contract) in which property is transferred from the seller (vendor) to the buyer (vendee) for a fixed price in money (paid or agreed to be paid by the buyer)
having a lip or lips
an undivided or unbroken completeness or totality with nothing wanting the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number the quality of being united into one
a loud resonant repeating noise a state of conflict between persons a state of conflict between colors a minor short-term fight crash together with violent impact be incompatible; be or come into conflict disagree violently
not causing or capable of causing harm
a shaky motion the act of vibrating shake with fast, tremulous movements move back and forth very rapidly move with or as if with a regular alternating motion
being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird not known before relating to or originating in or characteristic of another place or part of the world
English writer (1832-1904)
(sports) a division during which one team is on the offensive a period of illness a contest or fight (especially between boxers or wrestlers) an occasion for excessive eating or drinking
a football game in which two teams of 11 players try to kick or head a ball into the opponents' goal
physical strength
from that time on
any of various small silver-scaled salmon-like marine fishes of or relating to or characteristic of Argentina or its people
a short nail with a thick head; used to protect the soles of boots supply with hobnails
the state capital of Ohio; located in the center of the state; site of Ohio State University Italian navigator who discovered the New World in the service of Spain while looking for a route to China (1451-1506) a town in eastern Mississippi near the border with Alabama a city in western Georgia on the Chattahoochee River; industrial center
the contestant you hope to defeat
document giving the tax collector information about the taxpayer's tax liability a coming to or returning home the occurrence of a change in direction back in the opposite direction getting something back again the act of going back to a prior location the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property happening again (especially at regular intervals) a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one) the key on electric typewriters or computer keyboards that causes a carriage return and a line feed a reciprocal group action a tennis stroke that sends the ball back to the other player (American football) the act of running back the ball after a kickoff or punt or interception or fumble the act of someone appearing again go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before give back go back to a previous state go back to something earlier bring back to the point of departure return in kind make a return answer back be restored pay back pass down elect again be inherited by return to a previous position; in mathematics give or supply submit (a report, etc.) to someone in authority
the act of sucking draw into the mouth by creating a practical vacuum in the mouth draw something in by or as if by a vacuum attract by using an inexorable force, inducement, etc. be inadequate or objectionable provide sexual gratification through oral stimulation take in, also metaphorically give suck to
the act of persecuting (especially on the basis of race or religion)
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someone who hunts game a person who searches for something a constellation on the equator to the east of Taurus; contains Betelgeuse and Rigel a watch with a hinged metal lid to protect the crystal
someone who attacks in search of booty any animal that lives by preying on other animals
in a vicious manner
a state or condition being blighted any plant disease resulting in withering without rotting cause to suffer a blight
the activity of protecting something from loss or danger the condition of being (well or ill) preserved a process that saves organic substances from decay an occurrence of improvement by virtue of preventing loss or injury or other change
stone post at side of a road to show distances a significant event in your life (or in a project)
a fight with bare fists fight with the fists
Soviet physicist who worked on low temperature physics (1908-1968) a four-wheel covered carriage with a roof divided into two parts (front and back) that can be let down separately
a member of an uncivilized people a crude uncouth ill-bred person lacking culture or refinement without civilizing influences
the film industry of India
willing to undertake or seeking out new and daring enterprises
large or big relative to something else above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent significant very intense loud and firm conspicuous in position or importance prodigious exhibiting self-importance feeling self-importance (of animals) fully developed marked by intense physical force generous and understanding and tolerant given or giving freely in an advanced stage of pregnancy
mercilessness characterized by a lack of pity feelings of extreme heartlessness
an official written record of names or events or transactions (music) the timbre that is characteristic of a certain range and manner of production of the human voice or of different pipe organ stops or of different musical instruments a book in which names and transactions are listed (computer science) memory device that is the part of computer memory that has a specific address and that is used to hold information of a specific kind an air passage (usually in the floor or a wall of a room) for admitting or excluding heated air from the room a regulator (as a sliding plate) for regulating the flow of air into a furnace or other heating device a cashbox with an adding machine to register transactions; used in shops to add up the bill record in writing; enter into a book of names or events or transactions record in a public office or in a court of law enroll to vote be aware of indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments have one's name listed as a candidate for several parties show in one's face manipulate the registers of an organ send by registered mail enter into someone's consciousness
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a sudden and violent collapse
difficult to detect or grasp by the mind or analyze able to make fine distinctions working or spreading in a hidden and usually injurious way
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refresh one's memory make (to feel) fresh become or make oneself fresh again make fresh again
sheet of slate; for writing with chalk
a story about mythical or supernatural beings or events brief description accompanying an illustration
the quality of being magnificent or splendid or grand the quality of elevation of mind and exaltation of character or ideals or conduct
touch lightly and repeatedly, as with brushing motions strike a ball with a smooth blow row at a particular rate treat gingerly or carefully
coming next after the eleventh and just before the thirteenth in position
a person who changes something an automatic mechanical device on a record player that causes new records to be played without manual intervention
existing as an essential constituent or characteristic in the nature of something though not readily apparent
the act of pounding (delivering repeated heavy blows) beat with or as if with a hammer create by hammering
the state of being friends (or friendly)
describe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of be characteristic of
lack of attention and due care the state of something that has been unused and neglected willful lack of care and attention the trait of neglecting responsibilities and lacking concern failure to act with the prudence that a reasonable person would exercise under the same circumstances leave undone or leave out fail to do something; leave something undone fail to attend to give little or no attention to
foolish; totally unsound
have a certain weight show consideration for; take into account determine the weight of have weight; have import, carry weight to be oppressive or burdensome
old material that is slightly reworked and used again present or use over, with no or few changes go back over
the vertical force exerted by a mass as a result of gravity sports equipment used in calisthenic exercises and weightlifting; it is not attached to anything and is raised and lowered by use of the hands and arms the relative importance granted to something an artifact that is heavy an oppressive feeling of heavy force a system of units used to express the weight of something a unit used to measure weight (statistics) a coefficient assigned to elements of a frequency distribution in order to represent their relative importance weight down with a load present with a bias
the leaf of a conifer a slender pointer for indicating the reading on the scale of a measuring instrument a sharp pointed implement (usually steel) a stylus that formerly made sound by following a groove in a phonograph record goad or provoke,as by constant criticism prick with a needle unnecessary and unwarranted
all the people living at the same time or of approximately the same age group of genetically related organisms constituting a single step in the line of descent the normal time between successive generations a stage of technological development or innovation a coming into being the production of heat or electricity the act of producing offspring or multiplying by such production
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a male with the same parents as someone else a male person who is a fellow member (of a fraternity or religion or other group) a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities used as a term of address for those male persons engaged in the same movement (Roman Catholic Church) a title given to a monk and used as form of address
of or relating to or characteristic of an autobiographer relating to or in the style of an autobiography
make repairs, renovations, revisions or adjustments to become technologically advanced brought up to date
consisting of or covered with or having loops informal or slang terms for mentally irregular
regard something as probable or likely consider obligatory; request and expect look forward to the probable occurrence of consider reasonable or due look forward to the birth of a child be pregnant with
impose something unpleasant
a harsh noise made by scraping cause friction cut the surface of; wear away the surface of scrape or rub as if to relieve itching postpone indefinitely or annul something that was scheduled remove by erasing or crossing out or as if by drawing a line gather (money or other resources) together over time carve, cut, or etch into a material or surface
characterized by avoidance of traditional western tonality
exaggerate or make bigger fill with gas or air cause prices to rise by increasing the available currency or credit increase the amount or availability of, creating a rise in value become inflated enlarged beyond truth or reasonableness pretentious (especially with regard to language or ideals)
English philosopher who introduced the theory of the association of ideas (1705-1757)
make by braiding or interlacing decorate with braids or ribbons form or weave into a braid or braids woven by (or as if by) braiding
not conforming to accepted rules or standards not conventional or conformist not conforming to legality, moral law, or social convention
a representation of a person that is exaggerated for comic effect pretending to be another person imitating the mannerisms of another person
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the dead body of a human being
a native or inhabitant of Belgium of or relating to or characteristic of Belgium or the Belgian people
have a wish or desire to know something place in doubt or express doubtful speculation be amazed at
call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) evoke or provoke to appear or occur deduce (a principle) or construe (a meaning) summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic call to mind called forth from a latent or potential state by stimulation
cause to arise cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner cause to occur rapidly reason or establish by induction produce electric current by electrostatic or magnetic processes
not auspicious; boding ill contrary to your interests or welfare presaging ill fortune
be compatible or in accordance with follow through or carry out a plan without deviation come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation be a devoted follower or supporter be loyal to stick to firmly
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a healthy state of wellbeing free from disease the general condition of body and mind
a local and well-defined elevation of the land structure consisting of an artificial heap or bank usually of earth or stones United States railroad tycoon (1838-1916) risque English comedian (1925-1992) (baseball) the slight elevation on which the pitcher stands form into a hill
become imbued take up mentally take up, as of debts or payments take in, also metaphorically cause to become one with suck or take up or in devote (oneself) fully to assimilate or take in consume all of one's attention or time
cause to arise cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner cause to occur rapidly reason or establish by induction produce electric current by electrostatic or magnetic processes brought about or caused; not spontaneous
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shine with a weak or fitful light give off a shimmering reflection, as of silk
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lacking sensitivity or the capacity for deep feeling
treasure of unknown ownership found hidden (usually in the earth)
the trait of being willing to undertake things that involve risk or danger impudent aggressiveness the quality of standing out strongly and distinctly
a loud harsh or strident noise make a strident sound make a loud noise unpleasantly loud and penetrating
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an unchanging intonation a single tone repeated with different words or different rhythms (especially in rendering liturgical texts) of a sequence or function; consistently increasing and never decreasing or consistently decreasing and never increasing in value sounded or spoken in a tone unvarying in pitch
the sixth day of the week; the fifth working day
stop blaming or grant forgiveness absolve from payment
enclose or enfold completely with or as if with a covering surrounding and closing in on or hemming in
the quality of provoking disbelief
any of various small flat sweet cakes (`biscuit' is the British term) the cook on a ranch or at a camp a short line of text that a web site puts on your computer's hard drive when you access the web site
the quality of wearisome constancy, routine, and lack of variety constancy of tone or pitch or inflection
in a noticeable manner
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an English pirate who operated in the Caribbean and off the Atlantic coast of North America (died in 1718) impart skills or knowledge to accustom gradually to some action or attitude
bring into existence give or supply produce (energy) make children
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a person belonging to the worldwide group claiming descent from Jacob (or converted to it) and connected by cultural or religious ties
propel through the air move violently, energetically, or carelessly get rid of place or put with great energy convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation put or send forth to put into a state or activity hastily, suddenly, or carelessly cause to be confused emotionally utter with force; utter vehemently organize or be responsible for make on a potter's wheel cause to fall off throw (a die) out onto a flat surface be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly caused to fall to the ground twisted together; as of filaments spun into a thread
a body of troops arranged in a line a diffraction grating consisting of a pile of plates of equal thickness arranged stepwise with a constant offset
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existing in fancy only ludicrously odd
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(trademark) an in-line skate travel on shoes with a single line of rubber wheels attached to their soles
a theocratic Islamic republic in the Middle East in western Asia; Iran was the core of the ancient empire that was known as Persia until 1935; rich in oil
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the act of beginning something new the first section of a communication formally making a person known to another or to the public a basic or elementary instructional text a new proposal the act of putting one thing into another the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new
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a partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation disadvantage by prejudice influence (somebody's) opinion in advance
an electrical device that provides a path for electrical current to flow a journey or route all the way around a particular place or area an established itinerary of venues or events that a particular group of people travel to the boundary line encompassing an area or object (law) a judicial division of a state or the United States (so-called because originally judges traveled and held court in different locations); one of the twelve groups of states in the United States that is covered by a particular circuit court of appeals a racetrack for automobile races movement once around a course make a circuit
without pity; in a merciless manner
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon the outcome of an event especially as relative to an individual having important effects or influence
descend in free fall under the influence of gravity move downward and lower, but not necessarily all the way pass suddenly and passively into a state of body or mind come under, be classified or included fall from clouds suffer defeat, failure, or ruin die, as in battle or in a hunt touch or seem as if touching visually or audibly be captured occur at a specified time or place decrease in size, extent, or range yield to temptation or sin lose office or power to be given by assignment or distribution move in a specified direction be due lose one's chastity to be given by right or inheritance come into the possession of fall to somebody by assignment or lot be inherited by slope downward lose an upright position suddenly drop oneself to a lower or less erect position fall or flow in a certain way assume a disappointed or sad expression be cast down come out; issue be born, used chiefly of lambs begin vigorously go as if by falling come as if by falling having dropped by the force of gravity having fallen in or collapsed having lost your chastity killed in battle
the act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist) a single chance or instance the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam bedclothes consisting of a lightweight cloth covering (an afghan or bedspread) that is casually thrown over something casting an object in order to determine an outcome randomly propel through the air move violently, energetically, or carelessly get rid of place or put with great energy convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation put or send forth to put into a state or activity hastily, suddenly, or carelessly cause to be confused emotionally utter with force; utter vehemently organize or be responsible for make on a potter's wheel cause to fall off throw (a die) out onto a flat surface be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly
as an undiversified whole with strength and soundness
food for domestic livestock provide as food give food to feed into; supply introduce continuously support or promote take in food; used of animals only serve as food for; be the food for move along, of liquids profit from in an exploitatory manner gratify provide with fertilizers or add nutrients to give a tip or gratuity to in return for a service, beyond the compensation agreed on
a disorder of digestive function characterized by discomfort or heartburn or nausea
a real number that cannot be expressed as a rational number not consistent with or using reason real but not expressible as the quotient of two integers
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect seem to be true, probable, or apparent appear to exist appear to one's own mind or opinion appearing as such but not necessarily so
not pleasing in odor or taste highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust
an intuitive awareness;  the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people a property perceived by touch manual stimulation of the genital area for sexual pleasure undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles be conscious of a physical, mental, or emotional state have a feeling or perception about oneself in reaction to someone's behavior or attitude undergo passive experience of:"We felt the effects of inflation" be felt or perceived in a certain way grope or feel in search of something examine by touch examine (a body part) by palpation find by testing or cautious exploration produce a certain impression pass one's hands over the sexual organs of
(chemistry) two or more atoms bound together as a single unit and forming part of a molecule an atom or group of atoms with at least one unpaired electron; in the body it is usually an oxygen molecule that has lost an electron and will stabilize itself by stealing an electron from a nearby molecule a person who has radical ideas or opinions (mathematics) a quantity expressed as the root of another quantity a character conveying the lexical meaning of a logogram (linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed (used of opinions and actions) far beyond the norm markedly new or introducing radical change arising from or going to the root or source of or relating to or constituting a linguistic root especially of leaves; located at the base of a plant or stem; especially arising directly from the root or rootstock or a root-like stem
stir (cream) vigorously in order to make butter be agitated moving with or producing or produced by vigorous agitation (of a liquid) agitated vigorously; in a state of turbulence
make dull in appearance become dull or lusterless in appearance; lose shine or brightness deaden (a sound or noise), especially by wrapping make numb or insensitive make dull or blunt become less interesting or attractive make less lively or vigorous lacking in liveliness or animation emitting or reflecting very little light being or made softer or less loud or clear so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness (of color) very low in saturation; highly diluted not keenly felt slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity (of business) not active or brisk not having a sharp edge or point blunted in responsiveness or sensibility not clear and resonant; sounding as if striking with or against something relatively soft darkened with overcast
something many people believe that is false a kind of imagination that was held by Coleridge to be more casual and superficial than true imagination a predisposition to like something imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind have a fancy or particular liking or desire for not plain; decorative or ornamented
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically undertake a journey or trip make a trip for pleasure travel upon or across undergo transportation as in a vehicle travel from place to place, as for the purpose of finding work, preaching, or acting as a judge traveled over or through; sometimes used as a combining term familiar with many parts of the world
the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint a linear unit of length equal to 12 inches or a third of a yard the lower part of anything the pedal extremity of vertebrates other than human beings lowest support of a structure any of various organs of locomotion or attachment in invertebrates travel by walking a member of a surveillance team who works on foot or rides as a passenger an army unit consisting of soldiers who fight on foot (prosody) a group of 2 or 3 syllables forming the basic unit of poetic rhythm a support resembling a pedal extremity
an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion sharing the feelings of others (especially feelings of sorrow or anguish) a relation of affinity or harmony between people; whatever affects one correspondingly affects the other
any member of a ship's crew a serviceman in the navy a stiff hat made of straw with a flat crown
a North American Indian warrior people who are brave face and withstand with courage possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching invulnerable to fear or intimidation brightly colored and showy
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an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances make by combining materials and parts put together out of artificial or natural components or parts; He manufactured a popular cereal" draw with suitable instruments and under specified conditions create by linking linguistic units create by organizing and linking ideas, arguments, or concepts reassemble mentally
a blank character used to separate successive words in writing or printing a blank gap or missing part a piece of material ready to be made into something a cartridge containing an explosive charge but no bullet keep the opposing (baseball) team from winning (of a surface) not written or printed on void of expression not charged with a bullet
lacking taste or flavor or tang lacking stimulating characteristics; uninteresting smoothly agreeable and courteous with a degree of sophistication
a person who changes location
sadness associated with some wrong done or some disappointment feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about feel sad about the loss or absence of decline formally or politely express with regret
a person who passes by casually or by chance a person who passes as a member of a different ethnic or racial group a student who passes an examination (football) a ball carrier who tries to gain ground by throwing a forward pass type genus of the Passeridae
(baseball) an advance to first base by a batter who receives four balls (military) a written leave of absence (American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate the location in a range of mountains of a geological formation that is lower than the surrounding peaks any authorization to pass or go somewhere a document indicating permission to do something without restrictions a flight or run by an aircraft over a target a bad or difficult situation or state of affairs a difficult juncture one complete cycle of operations (as by a computer) you advance to the next round in a tournament without playing an opponent a permit to enter or leave a military installation a complimentary ticket a usually brief attempt (sports) the act of throwing the ball to another member of your team success in satisfying a test or requirement go across or through move past make laws, bills, etc. or bring into effect by legislation pass by place into the hands or custody of stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point travel past come to pass go unchallenged; be approved pass time in a specific way pass over, across, or through transmit information disappear gradually go successfully through a test or a selection process be superior or better than some standard accept or judge as acceptable allow to go without comment or censure transfer to another; of rights or property pass into a specified state or condition throw (a ball) to another player be inherited by cause to pass grant authorization or clearance for pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life eliminate from the body
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program a piece of fiction that narrates a chain of related events a structure consisting of a room or set of rooms at a single position along a vertical scale a record or narrative description of past events a short account of the news a trivial lie
not breathing or able to breathe except with difficulty tending to cause suspension of regular breathing appearing dead; not breathing or having no perceptible pulse
marked by harshly abusive criticism
a written version of a play or other dramatic composition; used in preparing for a performance something written by hand a particular orthography or writing system write a script for
a person devoted to refined sensuous enjoyment (especially good food and drink)
thin strip of metal used to separate lines of type in printing the activity of leading take somebody somewhere have as a result or residue tend to or result in travel in front of; go in advance of others cause to undertake a certain action stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point be in charge of be ahead of others; be the first be conducive to lead, as in the performance of a composition; Barenboim conducted the Chicago symphony for years" lead, extend, or afford access move ahead (of others) in time or space cause something to pass or lead somewhere preside over indicating the most important performer or role greatest in importance or degree or significance or achievement going or proceeding or going in advance; showing the way having the leading position or higher score in a contest
the questioning of a person (or a conversation in which information is elicited); often conducted by journalists a conference (usually with someone important) conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting discuss formally with (somebody) for the purpose of an evaluation go for an interview in the hope of being hired
not given to gentleness or sentimentality very difficult; severely testing stamina or resolution physically toughened substantially made or constructed violent and lawless feeling physical discomfort or pain (`tough' is occasionally used colloquially for `bad') resistant to cutting or chewing unfortunate or hard to bear making great mental demands; hard to comprehend or solve or believe
restraint consisting of a rope (or light chain) used to restrain an animal the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one a figurative restraint fasten with a rope
a bar or pair of parallel bars of rolled steel making the railway along which railroad cars or other vehicles can roll a barrier consisting of a horizontal bar and supports short for railway a bar or pair of parallel bars of rolled steel making the railway along which railroad cars or other vehicles can roll a horizontal bar (usually of wood or metal) any of numerous widely distributed small wading birds of the family Rallidae having short wings and very long toes for running on soft mud complain bitterly enclose with rails provide with rails separate with a railing convey (goods etc.) by rails travel by rail or train lay with rails fish with a handline over the rails of a boat spread negative information about criticize severely
a band that fits around the neck and is usually folded over (zoology) an encircling band or marking around the neck of any animal anything worn or placed about the neck a short ring fastened over a rod or shaft to limit, guide, or secure a machine part the stitching that forms the rim of a shoe or boot a band of leather or rope that is placed around an animal's neck as a harness or to identify it necklace that fits tightly around a woman's neck a figurative restraint the act of apprehending (especially apprehending a criminal) take into custody seize by the neck or collar furnish with a collar
(New Testament) day at the end of time following Armageddon when God will decree the fates of all individual humans according to the good and evil of their earthly lives an unpleasant or disastrous destiny
a general direction in which something tends to move general line of orientation a general tendency to change (as of opinion) the popular taste at a given time turn sharply; change direction abruptly
perceiving the significance of events before they occur
an advantageous purchase a stolen base; an instance in which a base runner advances safely during the delivery of a pitch (without the help of a hit or walk or passed ball or wild pitch) take without the owner's consent move stealthily steal a base
a violent weather condition with winds 64-72 knots (11 on the Beaufort scale) and precipitation and thunder and lightning a violent commotion or disturbance a direct and violent assault on a stronghold behave violently, as if in state of a great anger take by force rain, hail, or snow hard and be very windy, often with thunder or lightning blow hard attack by storm; attack suddenly
thickly covered with ingrained dirt or soot
set into opposition or rivalry mark with a scar remove the pits from pitted with cell-like cavities (as a honeycomb)
speak with a lisp
ditch dug as a fortification and usually filled with water
a thick sweet sticky liquid
a privileged class holding hereditary titles the most powerful members of a society
a mercantile establishment for the retail sale of goods or services a supply of something available for future use an electronic memory device a depository for goods keep or lay aside for future use find a place for and put away for storage
(botany) the process of forming leaves look through a book or other written material turn over pages produce leaves, of plants
in a joyous and gleeful manner
the right to buy or sell property at an agreed price; the right is purchased and if it is not exercised by a stated date the money is forfeited one of a number of things from which only one can be chosen the act of choosing or selecting
standard formulations uniformly found in certain types of legal documents or news stories thick plate iron used in the production of boilers
a mechanical device that moves fluid or gas by pressure or suction the hollow muscular organ located behind the sternum and between the lungs; its rhythmic contractions move the blood through the body a low-cut shoe without fastenings operate like a pump; move up and down, like a handle or a pedal deliver forth draw or pour with a pump supply in great quantities flow intermittently move up and down raise (gases or fluids) with a pump question persistently
provide physical relief, as from pain free someone temporarily from his or her obligations grant relief or an exemption from a rule or requirement to lessen the intensity of or calm save from ruin, destruction, or harm relieve oneself of troubling information provide relief for free from a burden, evil, or distress take by stealing grant exemption or release to alleviate or remove (pressure or stress) or make less oppressive (of pain or sorrow) made easier to bear extending out above or beyond a surface or boundary
exceptionally
a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services
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make repairs, renovations, revisions or adjustments to become technologically advanced
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a channel along the eaves or on the roof; collects and carries away rainwater misfortune resulting in lost effort or money a worker who guts things (fish or buildings or cars etc.) a tool for gutting fish burn unsteadily, feebly, or low; flicker flow in small streams wear or cut gutters into provide with gutters
kill intentionally and with premeditation
a feeling of agitation expressed in continual motion move restlessly
resoundingly successful and popular
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make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth or validity of something persuaded of; very sure having a strong belief or conviction
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not trimmed (used of grass or vegetation) not cut down with a hand implement or machine not shaped by cutting or trimming (of pages of a book) having adjacent leaves still joined at the fore edge not cut not cut complete
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a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior agreeable, conducive to comfort tolerant and forgiving under provocation
bother persistently with trivial complaints worry persistently remind or urge constantly continually complaining or faultfinding
of or relating to or resulting from industry having highly developed industries employed in industry suitable to stand up to hard wear
a base hit on which the batter stops safely at second base a stand-in for movie stars to perform dangerous stunts someone who closely resembles a famous person (especially an actor) a quantity that is twice as great as another raising the stakes in a card game by a factor of 2 increase twofold hit a two-base hit bend over or curl up, usually with laughter or pain do double duty; serve two purposes or have two functions bridge: make a demand for (a card or suit) make or do or perform again having more than one decidedly dissimilar aspects or qualities; public preaching and private influence"- R.W.Emerson consisting of or involving two parts or components usually in pairs twice as great or many used of flowers having more than the usual number of petals in crowded or overlapping arrangements used of homologous chromosomes associated in pairs in synapsis large enough for two having two meanings with intent to deceive downward and forward two together to double the degree
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lose velocity; move more slowly become slow or slower cause to proceed more slowly
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable) the action of directing something at an object the direction or path along which something moves or along which it lies point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards propose or intend move into a desired direction of discourse specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public intend (something) to move towards a certain goal direct (a remark) toward an intended goal have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal
grossly offensive to decency or morality; causing horror greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation
unpleasantly cool and humid
a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune a venture undertaken without regard to possible loss or injury the probability of becoming infected given that exposure to an infectious agent has occurred the probability of being exposed to an infectious agent expose to a chance of loss or damage take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome
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the power of creative imagination
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Celtic goddess who was the mother of the Tuatha De Danann; identified with the Welsh Don
involving risk or danger not financially safe or secure
not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty harsh never-ceasing
a preparation used in cleaning something the operator of dry-cleaning establishment someone whose occupation is cleaning free from dirt or impurities; or having clean habits free of restrictions or qualifications (of sound or color) free from anything that dulls or dims free from impurities (of a record) having no marks of discredit or offense ritually clean or pure not spreading pollution or contamination; especially radioactive contamination (of behavior or especially language) free from objectionable elements; fit for all observers free from sepsis or infection morally pure (of a manuscript) having few alterations or corrections (of a surface) not written or printed on exhibiting or calling for sportsmanship or fair play without difficulties or problems thorough and without qualification not carrying concealed weapons free from clumsiness; precisely or deftly executed free of drugs
the psychological feature that arouses an organism to action toward a desired goal; the reason for the action; that which gives purpose and direction to behavior the condition of being motivated the act of motivating; providing incentive
something immaterial that stands in the way and must be circumvented or surmounted an obstruction that stands in the way (and must be removed or surmounted or circumvented)
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distinguished from others in excellence having a quality that thrusts itself into attention owed as a debt of major significance or importance
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a departure; especially of airplanes the initial ascent of an airplane as it becomes airborne a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way humorous or satirical mimicry
United States abstract expressionist painter (1910-1962)
marked by practical hardheaded intelligence used of persons
a person who has fallen into a decadent state (morally or artistically) marked by excessive self-indulgence and moral decay
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having the same or similar characteristics equally in a like manner
(sometimes followed by `of') having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception
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not self-conscious
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in a hopeless manner in a dispirited manner without hope without hope; desperate because there seems no possibility of comfort or success
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside a period of ignorance or backwardness or gloom the period spent sleeping the dark part of the diurnal cycle considered a time unit darkness a shortening of nightfall the time between sunset and midnight Roman goddess of night; daughter of Erebus; counterpart of Greek Nyx
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feeling great rapture or delight
the doctrine that representations of nature or human behavior should be accurate imitations something copied or derived from an original copying (or trying to copy) the actions of someone else a representation of a person that is exaggerated for comic effect
lacking spirit or liveliness idle or indolent especially in a dreamy way
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the state of being total and complete
stingless male bee in a colony of social bees (especially honeybees) whose sole function is to mate with the queen an unchanging intonation someone who takes more time than necessary; someone who lags behind an aircraft without a pilot that is operated by remote control a pipe of the bagpipe that is tuned to produce a single continuous tone make a monotonous low dull sound talk in a monotonous voice
lacking dramatic force and quality
showing approval
the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation the decision of a court on issues of fact or law something that is found come upon, as if by accident; meet with discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of come upon after searching; find the location of something that was missed or lost establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds perceive or be contemporaneous with get something or somebody for a specific purpose make a discovery, make a new finding make a discovery obtain through effort or management decide on and make a declaration about receive a specified treatment (abstract) perceive oneself to be in a certain condition or place get or find back; recover the use of succeed in reaching; arrive at accept and make use of one's personality, abilities, and situation
a person who plays the piano
an ardent follower and admirer a soft thick undyed leather from the skins of e.g. buffalo or oxen bare skin; naked a medium to dark tan color an implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block; used for polishing (as in manicuring) strike, beat repeatedly polish and make shiny of the yellowish-beige color of buff leather
found in the ordinary course of events
someone who deliberately foments trouble a person who initiates a course of action
make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of state or say further bestow a quality on make an addition by combining numbers determine the sum of constitute an addition
a car that is powered by electricity using or providing or producing or transmitting or operated by electricity (of a situation) exceptionally tense affected by emotion as if by electricity; thrilling
a message informing of danger cautionary advice about something imminent (especially imminent danger or other unpleasantness) notification of something, usually in advance notify of danger, potential harm, or risk admonish or counsel in terms of someone's behavior ask to go away notify, usually in advance
a habitual or characteristic mental attitude that determines how you will interpret and respond to situations mental ability
in a misleading way
any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal how much there is or how many there are of something that you can quantify a statute in draft before it becomes law the act or process of assigning numbers to phenomena according to a rule a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated (prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse musical notation for a repeating pattern of musical beats measuring instrument having a sequence of marks at regular intervals; used as a reference in making measurements a container of some standard capacity that is used to obtain fixed amounts of a substance determine the measurements of something or somebody, take measurements of express as a number or measure or quantity have certain dimensions evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of
the limits within which something can be effective an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet" the act of physically reaching or thrusting out the limit of capability reach a destination, either real or abstract reach a point in time, or a certain state or level move forward or upward in order to touch; also in a metaphorical sense be in or establish communication with to gain with effort to extend as far as reach a goal, e.g., "make the first team" place into the hands or custody of to exert much effort or energy
the display of a motion picture fabric of metal or plastic mesh the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it testing objects or persons in order to identify those with particular characteristics test or examine for the presence of disease or infection examine methodically examine in order to test suitability project onto a screen for viewing prevent from entering separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm
being seven more than seventy
finely ground tobacco wrapped in paper; for smoking
being five more than seventy
press or wedge together; pack together have an effect upon
being two more than seventy
put up with something or somebody unpleasant face and withstand with courage continue to live through hardship or adversity undergo or be subjected to last and be usable persist for a specified period of time continue to exist unceasing patiently bearing continual wrongs or trouble
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a quantity of no importance in no respect; to no degree
capable of being defended
determine the measurements of something or somebody, take measurements of express as a number or measure or quantity have certain dimensions evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of having notes of fixed rhythmic value the rhythmic arrangement of syllables carefully thought out in advance unhurried and with care and dignity
someone who writes screenplays
the action of accomplishing something
impressive in appearance of size and dignity suggestive of a statue refined or imposing in manner or appearance; befitting a royal court
being five more than sixty
(film) a gradual transition from one scene to the next; the next scene is gradually superimposed as the former scene fades out become weaker cause to go into a solution come to an end stop functioning or cohering as a unit cause to lose control emotionally lose control emotionally cause to fade away pass into a solution become or cause to become soft or liquid bring the association of to an end or cause to break up declare void
(trademark) an operating system with a graphical user interface a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air a transparent opening in a vehicle that allow vision out of the sides or back; usually is capable of being opened a transparent panel (as of an envelope) inserted in an otherwise opaque material an opening that resembles a window in appearance or function the time period that is considered best for starting or finishing something a pane of glass in a window an opening in a wall or screen that admits light and air and through which customers can be served (computer science) a rectangular part of a computer screen that contains a display different from the rest of the screen
informal terms for dogs
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the act of making something tighter make tight or tighter become tight or tighter restrict narrow or limit
extravagantly demonstrative
consisting of or derived from tradition pertaining to time-honored orthodox doctrines
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exposing human folly to ridicule
the property of being comparatively great in weight persisting sadness an oppressive quality that is laborious and solemn and lacks grace or fluency used of a line or mark unwelcome burdensome difficulty
a Chadic language spoken in northern Nigeria
a V-shaped indentation the location in a range of mountains of a geological formation that is lower than the surrounding peaks a V-shaped or U-shaped indentation carved or scratched into a surface a small cut cut or make a notch into notch a surface to record something
the deliberate act of deviating from the truth be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position be lying, be prostrate; be in a horizontal position originate (in) be and remain in a particular state or condition tell an untruth; pretend with intent to deceive have a place in relation to something else assume a reclining position
a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter building material consisting of a piece of rock hewn in a definite shape for a special purpose material consisting of the aggregate of minerals like those making up the Earth's crust a crystalline rock that can be cut and polished for jewelry an avoirdupois unit used to measure the weight of a human body; equal to 14 pounds the hard inner (usually woody) layer of the pericarp of some fruits (as peaches or plums or cherries or olives) that contains the seed United States jurist who was named chief justice of the United States Supreme Court in 1941 by Franklin D. Roosevelt (1872-1946) United States filmmaker (born in 1946) United States feminist and suffragist (1818-1893) United States journalist who advocated liberal causes (1907-1989) United States jurist who served on the United States Supreme Court as chief justice (1872-1946) United States architect (1902-1978) a lack of feeling or expression or movement kill by throwing stones at remove the pits from
an attacker who pelts the victim with stones (especially with intent to kill) of any of various dull tannish or grey colors
show off
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painstakingly careful and accurate performed comprehensively and completely
mixed asphalt and crushed gravel or sand; used especially for paving but also for roofing a dark bituminous substance found in natural beds and as residue from petroleum distillation; consists mainly of hydrocarbons cover with tar or asphalt
return to its original or usable and functioning condition return to life; get or give new life or energy give or bring back restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken bring back into original existence, use, function, or position
an athlete who plays baseball
having or displaying warmth or affection extravagantly or foolishly loving and indulgent (followed by `of' or `to') having a strong preference or liking for absurd or silly because unlikely
draw advantages from supply with capital, as of a business by using a combination of capital used by investors and debt capital provided by lenders write in capital letters compute the present value of a business or an income consider expenditures as capital assets rather than expenses convert (a company's reserve funds) into capital
get or gather together collect or gather
the concentration of attention or energy on something the act of bringing into focus direct one's attention on something cause to converge on or toward a central point bring into focus or alignment; to converge or cause to converge; of ideas or emotions become focussed or come into focus put (an image) into focus; we cannot enjoy the movie"
state of violent mental agitation a usually brief state of excitement and mental confusion often accompanied by hallucinations
violent and needless disturbance
kill by throwing stones at remove the pits from under the influence of narcotics
direct one's attention on something fasten with a rivet or rivets hold (someone's attention)
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(Scandanavian folklore) a supernatural creature (either a dwarf or a giant) that is supposed to live in caves or in the mountains a partsong in which voices follow each other; one voice starts and others join in one after another until all are singing different parts of the song at the same time a fisherman's lure that is used in trolling angling by drawing a baited line through the water circulate, move around cause to move round and round sing the parts of (a round) in succession angle with a hook and line drawn through the water sing loudly and without inhibition praise or celebrate in song speak or recite rapidly or in a rolling voice
United States writer who has written extensively on American culture (born in 1931) United States writer best known for his autobiographical novels (1900-1938)
cause to become awake or conscious stop sleeping make aware
the sound made by beating a drum (military) the beating of a drum as a signal for lowering the flag at sundown a vehement and vociferous advocacy of a cause
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continuing forever without end with unflagging resolve (spatial sense) without bounds all the time; seemingly without stopping
a change in the form of a word (usually by adding a suffix) to indicate a change in its grammatical function the patterns of stress and intonation in a language deviation from a straight or normal course a manner of speaking in which the loudness or pitch or tone of the voice is modified
art characterized by an incongruous mixture of parts of humans and animals interwoven with plants distorted and unnatural in shape or size; abnormal and hideous ludicrously odd
an ocean trip taken for pleasure drive around aimlessly but ostentatiously and at leisure travel at a moderate speed look for a sexual partner in a public place sail or travel about for pleasure, relaxation, or sightseeing
the act of punishing a payment required for not fulfilling a contract the disadvantage or painful consequences of an action or condition (games) a handicap or disadvantage that is imposed on a competitor (or a team) for an infraction of the rules of the game
dwell put up with something or somebody unpleasant unceasing
the torpid or resting state in which some animals pass the winter cessation from or slowing of activity during the winter; especially slowing of metabolism in some animals the act of retiring into inactivity
a prominent or sensational but short-lived news event emotional agitation and excitement a rapid active commotion move an implement through move very slightly stir feelings in stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of affect emotionally summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic to begin moving, "As the thunder started the sleeping children began to stir" mix or add by stirring
a short movement coming between the major sections of a symphony a short piece of instrumental music composed for performance between acts of a drama or opera a brief show (music or dance etc) inserted between the sections of a longer performance
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having a short growth of beard
an athletic competition in which a disk-shaped object is thrown as far as possible a disk used in throwing competitions to consider or examine in speech or writing speak with others about (something); talk (something) over in detail; have a discussion
either side of the body below the waist and above the thigh the structure of the vertebrate skeleton supporting the lower limbs in humans and the hind limbs or corresponding parts in other vertebrates the ball-and-socket joint between the head of the femur and the acetabulum (architecture) the exterior angle formed by the junction of a sloping side and a sloping end of a roof the fruit of a rose plant informed about the latest trends
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a three-sided polygon something approximating the shape of a triangle a small northern constellation near Perseus between Andromeda and Aries any of various triangular drafting instruments used to draw straight lines at specified angles a percussion instrument consisting of a metal bar bent in the shape of an open triangle
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get or gather together put together out of existing material use a computer program to translate source code written in a particular programming language into computer-readable machine code that can be executed
carrying developing offspring within the body or being about to produce new life rich in significance or implication filled with or attended with
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in an unconventional manner
a state of steady vigorous action that is characteristic of an activity mechanical device used as a plaything to support someone swinging back and forth a sweeping blow or stroke changing location by moving back and forth a style of jazz played by big bands popular in the 1930s; flowing rhythms but less complex than later styles of jazz a jaunty rhythm in music the act of swinging a golf club at a golf ball and (usually) hitting it in baseball; a batter's attempt to hit a pitched ball a square dance figure; a pair of dancers join hands and dance around a point between them move in a curve or arc, usually with the intent of hitting move or walk in a swinging or swaying manner change direction with a swinging motion; turn influence decisively make a big sweeping gesture or movement hang freely hit or aim at with a sweeping arm movement alternate dramatically between high and low values live in a lively, modern, and relaxed style have a certain musical rhythm be a social swinger; socialize a lot play with a subtle and intuitively felt sense of rhythm engage freely in promiscuous sex, often with the husband or wife of one's friends
the sound made by something moving rapidly or by steam coming out of a small aperture the act of signalling (e.g., summoning) by whistling or blowing a whistle a small wind instrument that produces a whistling sound by blowing into it acoustic device that forces air or steam against an edge or into a cavity and so produces a loud shrill sound an inexpensive fipple flute make whistling sounds move with, or as with, a whistling sound utter or express by whistling move, send, or bring as if by whistling make a whining, ringing, or whistling sound give a signal by whistling
love unquestioningly and uncritically or to excess; venerate as an idol regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of profoundly honored
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified primarily spatial sense; of relatively great or greater than average spatial extension or extension as specified of relatively great height good at remembering holding securities or commodities in expectation of a rise in prices (of speech sounds or syllables) of relatively long duration involving substantial risk planning prudently for the future having or being more than normal or necessary:"long on brains" for the most time
have in common use jointly or in common have, give, or receive a share of give out as one's portion or share communicate have in common; held or experienced in common distributed in portions (often equal) on the basis of a plan or purpose
an aneurysm of the abdominal aorta associated with old age and hypertension
make a copy of with the intent to deceive tamper, with the purpose of deception speak insincerely or without regard for facts or truths
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the distinctive form in which a thing is made a type or class a symbol that is the result of printing or engraving a small adhesive token stuck on a letter or package to indicate that that postal fees have been paid something that can be used as an official medium of payment a small piece of adhesive paper that is put on an object to show that a government tax has been paid machine consisting of a heavy bar that moves vertically for pounding or crushing ores a block or die used to imprint a mark or design a device incised to make an impression; used to secure a closing or to authenticate documents walk heavily to mark, or produce an imprint in or on something reveal clearly as having a certain character affix a stamp to treat or classify according to a mental stereotype destroy or extinguish as if by stamping with the foot form or cut out with a mold, form, or die crush or grind with a heavy instrument raise in a relief
likely to fail or make errors wanting in moral strength, courage, or will; having the attributes of man as opposed to e.g. divine beings
having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions intense or sharp very good painful as if caused by a sharp instrument having a sharp cutting edge or point
a continuous nonspatial whole or extent or succession in which no part or portion is distinct or distinguishable from adjacent parts
a gabled extension built out from a sloping roof to accommodate a vertical window
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a disposition to be friendly and approachable (easy to talk to)
unaffected by time
a cabinet containing an automatic record player; records are played by inserting a coin
investigate scientifically conduct an inquiry or investigation of
a soft silver-white univalent element of the alkali metal group; the lightest metal known; occurs in several minerals Chinese distance measure; approximately 0.5 kilometers being one more than fifty
a humorous or satirical drawing published in a newspaper or magazine a film made by photographing a series of cartoon drawings to give the illusion of movement when projected in rapid sequence draw cartoons of
any specific behavior the state of being active an organic process that takes place in the body (chemistry) the capacity of a substance to take part in a chemical reaction a process existing in or produced by nature (rather than by the intent of human beings) the trait of being active; moving or acting rapidly and energetically
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perform less well or with less success than expected
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not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty never-ceasing
produce a literary work communicate or express by writing have (one's written work) issued for publication communicate (with) in writing communicate by letter write music mark or trace on a surface record data on a computer write or name the letters that comprise the conventionally accepted form of (a word or part of a word) create code, write a computer program
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with awareness
a female ballet dancer
gymnastic apparatus consisting of two parallel wooden rods supported on uprights a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter a counter where you can obtain food or drink a rigid piece of metal or wood; usually used as a fastening or obstruction or weapon musical notation for a repeating pattern of musical beats an obstruction (usually metal) placed at the top of a goal the act of preventing (meteorology) a unit of pressure equal to a million dynes per square centimeter a submerged (or partly submerged) ridge in a river or along a shore the body of individuals qualified to practice law in a particular jurisdiction a narrow marking of a different color or texture from the background a block of solid substance (such as soap or wax) a portable .30 caliber automatic rifle operated by gas pressure and fed by cartridges from a magazine; used by United States troops in World War I and in World War II and in the Korean War a horizontal rod that serves as a support for gymnasts as they perform exercises a heating element in an electric fire (law) a railing that encloses the part of the courtroom where the judges and lawyers sit and the case is tried prevent from entering; keep out render unsuitable for passage expel, as if by official decree secure with, or as if with, bars
the products of human creativity; works of art collectively the creation of beautiful or significant things a superior skill that you can learn by study and practice and observation photographs or other visual representations in a printed publication
a member of the British order of honor; ranks below a baron but above a knight
to gain with effort
the ability to comprehend; to understand and profit from experience a unit responsible for gathering and interpreting information about an enemy secret information about an enemy (or potential enemy) information about recent and important events the operation of gathering information about an enemy
the father of your father or mother
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very small
electrical conduction through a gas in an applied electric field a continuous portion of a circle something curved in shape form an arch or curve
slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity temporarily incapable of speaking lacking the power of human speech unable to speak because of hereditary deafness
a unit of surface area equal to 100 square meters have the quality of being; (copula, used with an adjective or a predicate noun) be identical to; be someone or something occupy a certain position or area; be somewhere have an existence, be extant happen, occur, take place; this was during the visit to my parents' house" be identical or equivalent to form or compose work in a specific place, with a specific subject, or in a specific function represent, as of a character on stage spend or use time have life, be alive to remain unmolested, undisturbed, or uninterrupted -- used only in infinitive form be priced at
the matter ejected in vomiting eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth
in a clever manner
lacking self-confidence lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance
tough protective covering of the woody stems and roots of trees and other woody plants a noise resembling the bark of a dog a sailing ship with 3 (or more) masts the sound made by a dog speak in an unfriendly tone cover with bark remove the bark of a tree make barking sounds tan (a skin) with bark tannins
(Judaism) sacred chest where the ancient Hebrews kept the two tablets containing the Ten Commandments a boat built by Noah to save his family and animals from the flood
a human limb; technically the part of the superior limb between the shoulder and the elbow but commonly used to refer to the whole superior limb any projection that is thought to resemble a human arm any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting the part of an armchair or sofa that supports the elbow and forearm of a seated person a division of some larger or more complex organization the part of a garment that is attached at the armhole and that provides a cloth covering for the arm prepare oneself for a military confrontation supply with arms
a relationship between two lovers an exciting and mysterious quality (as of a heroic time or adventure) the group of languages derived from Latin a story dealing with love a novel dealing with idealized events remote from everyday life make amorous advances towards have a love affair with talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions tell romantic or exaggerated lies
an outlying farm building for storing grain or animal feed and housing farm animals (physics) a unit of nuclear cross section; the effective circular area that one particle presents to another as a target for an encounter
infuse with spirit displaying animation, vigor, or liveliness marked by lively action willing to face danger made lively or spirited
gain knowledge or skills get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally commit to memory; learn by heart be a student of a certain subject impart skills or knowledge to find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort
gain knowledge or skills get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally commit to memory; learn by heart be a student of a certain subject impart skills or knowledge to find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort
of a feature that helps to distinguish a person or thing capable of being classified
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hit with something flat, like a paddle or the open hand
a hazy or indistinct representation become glassy; lose clear vision to make less distinct or clear make unclear, indistinct, or blurred make a smudge on; soil by smudging make dim or indistinct become vague or indistinct
king of Wessex; defeated the Vikings and encouraged writing in English (849-899)
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distort adversely affect with, or as if with, jaundice affected by jaundice which causes yellowing of skin etc showing or affected by prejudice or envy or distaste
make a parody of
a stupid foolish person
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amounting to a large indefinite number
lack of integrity or honesty (especially susceptibility to bribery); use of a position of trust for dishonest gain in a state of progressive putrefaction decay of matter (as by rot or oxidation) moral perversion; impairment of virtue and moral principles destroying someone's (or some group's) honesty or loyalty; undermining moral integrity inducement (as of a public official) by improper means (as bribery) to violate duty (as by commiting a felony)
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any activity that is performed alone without assistance a musical composition for one voice or instrument (with or without accompaniment) a flight in which the aircraft pilot is unaccompanied fly alone, without a co-pilot or passengers perform a piece written for a single instrument composed or performed by a single voice or instrument without anybody else or anything else
an Asian peninsula (off Manchuria) separating the Yellow Sea and the Sea of Japan; the Korean name is Dae-Han-Min-Gook or Han-Gook
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make or cause to be or to become bring into existence pursue a creative activity; be engaged in a creative activity invest with a new title, office, or rank create by artistic means create or manufacture a man-made product
a reckless impetuous irresponsible person
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at the beginning
exchange or deliver for money or its equivalent be sold at a certain price or in a certain way persuade somebody to accept something do business; offer for sale as for one's livelihood give up for a price or reward be approved of or gain acceptance be responsible for the sale of deliver to an enemy by treachery disposed of to a purchaser
the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something a general interest that leads people to want to know more a courteous act indicating affection the faculty or power of mental concentration a motionless erect stance with arms at the sides and feet together; assumed by military personnel during drill or review
material for starting a fire the courage to carry on
attain success or reach a desired goal be the successor (of)
a death resulting from an accident or a disaster the quality of being able to cause death or fatal disasters
properly or sufficiently qualified or capable or efficient adequate for the purpose legally qualified or sufficient
something that serves as a preceding event or introduces what follows music that precedes a fugue or introduces an act in an opera serve as a prelude or opening to play as a prelude
suitable for or suggestive of singing expressing deep emotion
an alloy of copper and tin and sometimes other elements; also any copper-base alloy containing other elements in place of tin a sculpture made of bronze give the color and appearance of bronze to something get a tan, from wind or sun of the color of bronze made from or consisting of bronze
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a degree on the centigrade scale of temperature the speed at which light travels in a vacuum; the constancy and universality of the speed of light is recognized by defining it to be exactly 299,792,458 meters per second a vitamin found in fresh fruits (especially citrus fruits) and vegetables; prevents scurvy one of the four nucleotides used in building DNA; all four nucleotides have a common phosphate group and a sugar (ribose) a base found in DNA and RNA and derived from pyrimidine; pairs with guanine an abundant nonmetallic tetravalent element occurring in three allotropic forms: amorphous carbon and graphite and diamond; occurs in all organic compounds ten 10s a unit of electrical charge equal to the amount of charge transferred by a current of 1 ampere in 1 second a general-purpose programing language closely associated with the UNIX operating system (music) the keynote of the scale of C major the 3rd letter of the Roman alphabet street names for cocaine being ten more than ninety
directions prescribed beforehand; the action of prescribing authoritative rules or directions a drug that is available only with written instructions from a doctor or dentist to a pharmacist written instructions for an optician on the lenses for a given person written instructions from a physician or dentist to a druggist concerning the form and dosage of a drug to be issued to a given patient available only with a doctor's written prescription
a legal document giving official permission to do something freedom to deviate deliberately from normally applicable rules or practices (especially in behavior or speech) excessive freedom; lack of due restraint the act of giving a formal (usually written) authorization authorize officially
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in a terrible manner
pierce with many holes set a difficult problem or riddle separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff spread or diffuse through speak in riddles explain a riddle (often followed by `with') damaged throughout by numerous perforations or holes spread throughout
a resident of modern Rome an inhabitant of the ancient Roman Empire a typeface used in ancient Roman inscriptions relating to or characteristic of people of Rome of or relating to or derived from Rome (especially ancient Rome) characteristic of the modern type that most directly represents the type used in ancient Roman inscriptions of or relating to or supporting Romanism
enter or assume a certain state or condition undergo a change or development come into existence enhance the appearance of
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a female sorcerer or magician a being (usually female) imagined to have special powers derived from the devil a believer in Wicca an ugly evil-looking old woman cast a spell over someone or something; put a hex on someone or something
a productive insight the act of discovering something come upon, as if by accident; meet with discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of come upon after searching; find the location of something that was missed or lost establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds perceive or be contemporaneous with get something or somebody for a specific purpose make a discovery, make a new finding make a discovery obtain through effort or management decide on and make a declaration about receive a specified treatment (abstract) perceive oneself to be in a certain condition or place get or find back; recover the use of succeed in reaching; arrive at accept and make use of one's personality, abilities, and situation
someone who is critical of the motives of others a member of a group of ancient Greek philosophers who advocated the doctrine that virtue is the only good and that the essence of virtue is self-control
make one's home in a particular place or community live (in a certain place) be inherent or innate in; 
(theater) the space over the stage (out of view of the audience) used to store scenery (drop curtains) two-winged insects characterized by active flight flap consisting of a piece of canvas that can be drawn back to provide entrance to a tent an opening in a garment that is closed by a zipper or by buttons concealed under a fold of cloth (baseball) a hit that flies up in the air fisherman's lure consisting of a fishhook decorated to look like an insect travel through the air; be airborne move quickly or suddenly operate an airplane transport by aeroplane cause to fly or float be dispersed or disseminated change quickly from one emotional state to another pass away rapidly travel in an airplane display in the air or cause to float run away quickly travel over (an area of land or sea) in an aircraft hit a fly decrease rapidly and disappear
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lacking taste or flavor or tang
crash together with violent impact be incompatible; be or come into conflict disagree violently sharply and harshly discordant
a rational motive for a belief or action an explanation of the cause of some phenomenon the capacity for rational thought or inference or discrimination the state of having good sense and sound judgment a justification for something existing or happening a fact that logically justifies some premise or conclusion decide by reasoning; draw or come to a conclusion present reasons and arguments think logically
English phonetician; one of the founders of modern phonetics (1845-1912) a dish served as the last course of a meal a food rich in sugar the taste experience when sugar dissolves in the mouth the property of tasting as if it contains sugar having or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar having a sweet nature befitting an angel or cherub pleasing to the ear pleasing to the senses pleasing to the mind or feeling having a natural fragrance (used of wines) having a high residual sugar content not containing or composed of salt water not soured or preserved with sweetening added in an affectionate or loving manner (`sweet' is sometimes a poetic or informal variant of `sweetly')
cause to be embarrassed; cause to feel self-conscious hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of hard to deal with; especially causing pain or embarrassment causing to feel shame or chagrin or vexation
a wide scope someone who cleans soot from chimneys winning all or all but one of the tricks in bridge a long oar used in an open boat (American football) an attempt to advance the ball by running around the end of the line a movement in an arc sweep across or over move with sweeping, effortless, gliding motions sweep with a broom or as if with a broom force into some kind of situation, condition, or course of action to cover or extend over an area or time period clean by sweeping win an overwhelming victory in or on cover the entire range of make a big sweeping gesture or movement
a sheltered port where ships can take on or discharge cargo a place of refuge and comfort and security secretly shelter (as of fugitives or criminals) keep in one's possession; of animals hold back a thought or feeling about maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)
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not brought about by coercion or force not resulting from undue effort; not forced
a system of two stars that revolve around each other under their mutual gravitation a pre-compiled, pre-linked program that is ready to run under a given operating system; a binary for one operating system will not run on a different operating system of or pertaining to a number system have 2 as its base consisting of two (units or components or elements or terms)
emitting light as a result of being heated characterized by ardent emotion or intensity or brilliance
be amazed at express astonishment or surprise about something
a community of people smaller than a town a settlement smaller than a town a mainly residential district of Manhattan; `the Village' became a home for many writers and artists in the 20th century
a position in a grammatical linguistic construction in which a variety of alternative units are interchangeable a small slit (as for inserting a coin or depositing mail) a time assigned on a schedule or agenda a position in a hierarchy or organization the trail of an animal (especially a deer) (computer) a socket in a microcomputer that will accept a plug-in circuit board a slot machine that is used for gambling assign a time slot
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strong and sharp harsh or corrosive in tone
any of numerous agile ruminants related to sheep but having a beard and straight horns a victim of ridicule or pranks (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Capricorn the tenth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about December 22 to January 19
having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved easy and not involved or complicated apart from anything else; without additions or modifications exhibiting childlike simplicity and credulity lacking mental capacity and subtlety (botany) of leaf shapes; of leaves having no divisions or subdivisions unornamented
a soft yellowish-white trivalent metallic element of the rare earth group; can be recovered from bastnasite or monazite by an ion-exchange process a self-governing commonwealth associated with the United States occupying the island of Puerto Rico a promotion intended to create goodwill for a person or institution
to stimulate to action move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm so remarkably different or sudden as to cause momentary shock or alarm
something that seduces or has the quality to seduce the desire to have or do something that you know you should avoid the act of influencing by exciting hope or desire
a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles examine in order to test suitability check and sort carefully separate by passing through a sieve or other straining device to separate out coarser elements distinguish and separate out
an abstract idea of that which is due to a person or governmental body by law or tradition or nature; it is something that nobody can take away" location near or direction toward the right side; i.e. the side to the south when a person or object faces east the piece of ground in the outfield on the catcher's right those who support political or social or economic conservatism; those who believe that things are better left unchanged the hand that is on the right side of the body a turn toward the side of the body that is on the south when the person is facing east anything in accord with principles of justice (frequently plural) the interest possessed by law or custom in some intangible thing make reparations or amends for put in or restore to an upright position regain an upright or proper position make right or correct
a cold pudding made of layers of sponge cake spread with fruit or jelly; may be decorated with nuts, cream, or chocolate a detail that is considered insignificant something of small importance waste time; spend one's time idly or inefficiently act frivolously consider not very seriously
two items of the same kind two performers or singers who perform together a pair who associate with one another a musical composition for two performers
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so great in size or force or extent as to elicit awe
weedy annual grass often occurs in grainfields and other cultivated land; seeds sometimes considered poisonous weedy annual native to Europe but widely distributed as a weed especially in wheat someone who leads you to believe something that is not true the act of swindling by some fraudulent scheme a deception for profit to yourself deprive somebody of something by deceit defeat someone through trickery or deceit engage in deceitful behavior; practice trickery or fraud be sexually unfaithful to one's partner in marriage
a high place affording a good view look past, fail to notice be oriented in a certain direction leave undone or leave out look down on watch over
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that which is deserved or owed a payment that is due (e.g., as the price of membership) owed and payable immediately or on demand scheduled to arrive suitable to or expected in the circumstances capable of being assigned or credited to directly or exactly; straight
a person whose occupation is teaching a personified abstraction that teaches
a soft heavy toxic malleable metallic element; bluish white when freshly cut but tarnishes readily to dull grey a unit of information equal to 1000 terabits or 10^15 bits a unit of information equal to 1000 terabytes or 10^15 bytes a unit of information equal to 1024 tebibytes or 2^50 bytes
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an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk a short-lived radioactive metallic element formed from uranium and disintegrating into actinium and then into lead a unit of pressure equal to one newton per square meter a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies an electronic amplification system used as a communication system in public areas
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enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure marked by good fortune eagerly disposed to act or to be of service well expressed and to the point
full of trivial conversation
having or displaying warmth or affection
cause to be admitted; of persons to an institution officially placed in or committed to a specialized institution given the character of an institution or incorporated into a structured and usually well-established system
a formation of aircraft in flight an instance of traveling by air a stairway (set of steps) between one floor or landing and the next the act of escaping physically an air force unit smaller than a squadron passing above and beyond ordinary bounds the path followed by an object moving through space a flock of flying birds a scheduled trip by plane between designated airports shoot a bird in flight fly in a flock decorate with feathers
the decade from 1950 to 1959
an upstart who makes conceited, sardonic, insolent comments
the act of causing something to go (especially messages) cause to go somewhere to cause or order to be taken, directed, or transmitted to another place cause to be directed or transmitted to another place transport commercially assign to a station transfer cause to be admitted; of persons to an institution broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television
a musical composition for five performers the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one five performers or singers who perform together a set of five similar things considered as a unit five people considered as a unit
the quality of being reproducible in amount or performance
yielding readily to pressure or weight compassionate and kind; conciliatory (of sound) relatively low in volume easily hurt produced with vibration of the vocal cords;  not protected against attack (especially by nuclear weapons) used chiefly as a direction or description in music (of light) transmitted from a broad light source or reflected (of speech sounds); produced with the back of the tongue raised toward the hard palate; characterized by a hissing or hushing sound (as `s' and `sh') (of a commodity or market or currency) falling or likely to fall in value using evidence not readily amenable to experimental verification or refutation tolerant or lenient soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe having little impact out of condition; not strong or robust; incapable of exertion or endurance willing to negotiate and compromise not burdensome or demanding; borne or done easily and without hardship mild and pleasant not brilliant or glaring
in a vague way
large in amount or extent or degree
a word that expresses a meaning opposed to the meaning of another word, in which case the two words are antonyms of each other a relation of direct opposition a contestant that you are matched against something inverted in sequence or character or effect
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past events to be put aside well in the past; former
a person whose occupation is teaching
a graduated rod dipped into a container to indicate the fluid level
buildings for carrying on industrial labor (botany) a living organism lacking the power of locomotion an actor situated in the audience whose acting is rehearsed but seems spontaneous to the audience something planted secretly for discovery by another put or set (seeds, seedlings, or plants) into the ground fix or set securely or deeply set up or lay the groundwork for place into a river place something or someone in a certain position in order to secretly observe or deceive put firmly in the mind
a person who is not very bright a person who evokes boredom
a state in southeastern United States; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War one of the British colonies that formed the United States a republic in Asia Minor on the Black Sea separated from Russia by the Caucasus mountains; formerly an Asian soviet but became independent in 1991
an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances the act of becoming pregnant; fertilization of an ovum by a spermatozoon the event that occurred at the beginning of something the creation of something in the mind
capable or worthy of being perceived capable of being detected undesirably noticeable readily noticed
a reckless impetuous irresponsible person
stop moving or become immobilized change to ice be cold cause to freeze stop a process or a habit by imposing a freeze on it be very cold, below the freezing point change from a liquid to a solid when cold prohibit the conversion or use of (assets) anesthetize by cold suddenly behave coldly and formally turned into ice; affected by freezing or by long and severe cold absolutely still devoid of warmth and cordiality; expressive of unfriendliness or disdain not thawed (used of foods) preserved by freezing sufficiently rapidly to retain flavor and nutritional value not convertible to cash incapable of being changed or moved or undone; e.g. "frozen prices"
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formal or perfunctory politeness the act of showing regard for others
art highly prized for its beauty or perfection a crystalline rock that can be cut and polished for jewelry a person who is as brilliant and precious as a piece of jewelry a sweet quick bread baked in a cup-shaped pan a precious or semiprecious stone incorporated into a piece of jewelry
all the loaves of bread baked at the same time (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent a collection of things or persons to be handled together batch together; assemble or process as a batch
suggesting the horror of death and decay
with specific intentions; for the express purpose
rescue equipment consisting of a device that fills with air and retards your fall jump from an airplane and descend with a parachute
preparatory school work done outside school (especially at home)
manner of acting or controlling yourself the action or reaction of something (as a machine or substance) under specified circumstances (behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward other people (psychology) the aggregate of the responses or reactions or movements made by an organism in any situation
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a rude decoration inscribed on rocks or walls a rude decoration inscribed on rocks or walls
a substance used to treat leather or other materials before dyeing; aids in dyeing process harshly ironic or sinister of a substance, especially a strong acid; capable of destroying or eating away by chemical action
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an unshaved growth of hair on the upper lip
a manually operated device to correct the operation of an automatic device the act of nullifying; making null and void; counteracting or overriding the effect or force of something rule against prevail over counteract the normal operation of (an automatic gear shift in a vehicle) ride (a horse) too hard
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with your identity concealed without revealing one's identity
in an insistent manner
general activity and motion animation and energy in action or expression
(Greek mythology) a river in Hades across which Charon carried dead souls
fail to fire or detonate
exact opposite the juxtaposition of contrasting words or ideas to give a feeling of balance
a dissolute man in fashionable society an opening made forcibly as by pulling apart a stretch of turbulent water in a river or the sea caused by one current flowing into or across another current the act of rending or ripping or splitting something tear or be torn violently move precipitously or violently cut (wood) along the grain criticize or abuse strongly and violently
fail to meet the hopes or expectations of not up to expectations
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the act of waking cause to become awake or conscious stop sleeping make aware
something immaterial that stands in the way and must be circumvented or surmounted an obstruction that stands in the way (and must be removed or surmounted or circumvented)
excessively agitated; distraught with fear or other violent emotion marked by uncontrolled excitement or emotion
extreme mental distress extreme distress of body or mind suffer great pains or distress cause emotional anguish or make miserable
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an ethnic quality or affiliation resulting from racial or cultural ties
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fill with people furnish with people furnished with people
relatively long in duration; tediously protracted
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a garment worn on the upper half of the body put a shirt on
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weakening in force or intensity become less clearly visible or distinguishable; disappear gradually or seemingly lose freshness, vigor, or vitality disappear gradually become feeble
a secondary or inferior position or status a seat at the back of a vehicle (especially the seat at the back of an automobile)
to a great degree to or over a great extent or range; far so as to leave much space or distance between
a professional killer who uses a gun a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condiments); different names are used in different sections of the United States an explosive device that is set off in an oil well (or a gas well) to start or to increase the flow of oil (or gas) a small firework that consists of a percussion cap and some gravel wrapped in paper; explodes when thrown forcefully against a hard surface a small explosive device that is placed on a railroad track and fires when a train runs over it; the sound of the explosion warns the engineer of danger ahead armament consisting of a long cylindrical self-propelled underwater projectile that detonates on contact with a target any sluggish bottom-dwelling ray of the order Torpediniformes having a rounded body and electric organs on each side of the head capable of emitting strong electric discharges attack or hit with torpedoes
the cardinal number that is the sum of eight and one denoting a quantity consisting of one more than eight and one less than ten
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a female human offspring
advanced in complexity or elaboration of education beyond the secondary level greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount (literal meaning) being at or having a relatively great or specific elevation or upward extension (sometimes used in combinations like `knee-high') standing above others in quality or position used of sounds and voices; high in pitch or frequency happy and excited and energetic (used of the smell of meat) smelling spoiled or tainted slightly and pleasantly intoxicated from alcohol or a drug (especially marijuana)
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reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress succeed in a big way; get to the top
excessively garish or sentimental art; usually considered in bad taste
a course of conduct a way especially designed for a particular use an established line of travel or access a line or route along which something travels or moves
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the act of controlling by restraining someone or something discipline in personal and social activities the state of being physically constrained a rule or condition that limits freedom lack of ornamentation a device that retards something's motion
emotional dissociative disorder in which there is loss of contact with your own personal reality accompanied by feelings of unreality and strangeness (existentialism) a loss of personal identity; a feeling of being an anonymous cog in an impersonal social machine representing a human being as a physical thing deprived of personal qualities or individuality
requiring little hard work or exertion not causing physical or psychological pain
discuss the terms of an arrangement succeed in passing through, around, or over
the motion characteristic of fluids (liquids or gases) the amount of fluid that flows in a given time the act of flowing or streaming; continuous progression any uninterrupted stream or discharge something that resembles a flowing stream in moving continuously dominant course (suggestive of running water) of successive events or ideas the monthly discharge of blood from the uterus of nonpregnant women from puberty to menopause move or progress freely as if in a stream move along, of liquids cause to flow be abundantly present fall or flow in a certain way cover or swamp with water undergo menstruation
come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition come out better in a competition, race, or conflict break into small pieces humiliate or depress completely crush or bruise make ineffective become injured, broken, or distorted by pressure treated so as to have a permanently wrinkled appearance subdued or brought low in condition or status
inspired by love for your country
sitting on eggs so as to hatch them by the warmth of the body persistent morbid meditation on a problem think moodily or anxiously about something hang over, as of something threatening, dark, or menacing be in a huff and display one's displeasure be in a huff; be silent or sullen sit on (eggs) deeply or seriously thoughtful; 
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change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically cause to move or shift into a new position or place, both in a concrete and in an abstract sense move so as to change position, perform a nontranslational motion change residence, affiliation, or place of employment follow a procedure or take a course be in a state of action go or proceed from one point to another perform an action, or work out or perform (an action) have an emotional or cognitive impact upon give an incentive for action arouse sympathy or compassion in dispose of by selling progress by being changed live one's life in a specified environment have a turn; make one's move in a game propose formally; in a debate or parliamentary meeting in motion arousing or capable of arousing deep emotion used of a series of photographs presented so as to create the illusion of motion
United States explorer who accompanied Peary's expedition to the North Pole and who led many other Arctic trips (1875-1946) United States publisher and editor who compiled a book of familiar quotations (1820-1905) juicy yellow pear
sturdy and strong in form, constitution, or construction marked by richness and fullness of flavor strong enough to withstand or overcome intellectual challenges or adversity rough and crude
with anxiety or apprehension
a special way of doing something
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a capitalist who engages in industrial commercial enterprise a member of the middle class (according to Marxist thought) being of the property-owning class and exploitive of the working class conforming to the standards and conventions of the middle class belonging to the middle class
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the lower of two berths move something or somebody to a lower position set lower make lower or quieter cause to drop or sink look angry or sullen, wrinkle one's forehead, as if to signal disapproval less than normal in degree or intensity or amount literal meanings; being at or having a relatively small elevation or upward extension very low in volume unrefined in character used of sounds and voices; low in pitch or frequency of the most contemptible kind low or inferior in station or quality no longer sufficient subdued or brought low in condition or status filled with melancholy and despondency
a ribbonlike strip of pasta informal terms for a human head
a trait of dignified seriousness a solemn and dignified feeling
be contingent upon (something that is elided) have faith or confidence in
the quality of a substance that is able to rebound a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards rebounding from an impact (or series of impacts) spring back; spring away from an impact hit something so that it bounces move up and down repeatedly come back after being refused leap suddenly refuse to accept and send back eject from the premises
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an investigation of the component parts of a whole and their relations in making up the whole the abstract separation of a whole into its constituent parts in order to study the parts and their relations a form of literary criticism in which the structure of a piece of writing is analyzed the use of closed-class words instead of inflections: e.g., `the father of the bride' instead of `the bride's father' a branch of mathematics involving calculus and the theory of limits; sequences and series and integration and differentiation a set of techniques for exploring underlying motives and a method of treating various mental disorders; based on the theories of Sigmund Freud
take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission to be courageous enough to try or do something challenge
a cry or shout of approval the quality of being cheerful and dispelling gloom give encouragement to show approval or good wishes by shouting cause (somebody) to feel happier or more cheerful become cheerful spur on or encourage especially by cheers and shouts
the boundary of a surface a line determining the limits of an area a sharp side formed by the intersection of two surfaces of an object the attribute of urgency in tone of voice a slight competitive advantage the outside limit of an object or area or surface; a place farthest away from the center of something advance slowly, as if by inches provide with a border or edge lie adjacent to another or share a boundary provide with an edge
a second-rate prize fighter an awkward stupid person
machines or machine systems collectively a system of means and activities whereby a social institution functions
imparting a divine influence on the mind and soul
a challenge to do something dangerous or foolhardy take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission to be courageous enough to try or do something challenge
(sometimes offensive) a homeless boy who has been abandoned and roams the streets an advertisement (usually printed on a page or in a leaflet) intended for wide distribution words spoken in a casual way with conscious under-emphasis thrown away intended to be thrown away after use
seizure of a vehicle in transit either to rob it or divert it to an alternate destination take arbitrarily or by force seize control of
the quality of being able to perform; a quality that permits or facilitates achievement or accomplishment possession of the qualities (especially mental qualities) required to do something or get something done
a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness) earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something attempt by employing effort
a belief that there is a realm controlled by a divine spirit not observed
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involving competition or competitiveness subscribing to capitalistic competition showing a fighting disposition
the state of demanding notice or attention the print media responsible for gathering and publishing news in the form of newspapers or magazines a machine used for printing a dense crowd of people a tall piece of furniture that provides storage space for clothes; has a door and rails or hooks for hanging clothes clamp to prevent wooden rackets from warping when not in use any machine that exerts pressure to form or shape or cut materials or extract liquids or compress solids a weightlift in which the barbell is lifted to shoulder height and then smoothly lifted overhead the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure exert pressure or force to or upon force or impel in an indicated direction to be oppressive or burdensome place between two surfaces and apply weight or pressure squeeze or press together crowd closely create by pressing be urgent exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for press from a plastic make strenuous pushing movements during birth to expel the baby press and smooth with a heated iron lift weights ask for or request earnestly
(chemistry) not participating in a chemical reaction; chemically inert (pathology) not progressing or increasing; or progressing slowly (military) not involved in military operations not exerting influence or change (of e.g. volcanos) not erupting and not extinct lacking in energy or will lacking activity; lying idle or unused not engaged in full-time work not active physically or mentally not in physical motion
an instance of questioning the subject matter at issue a sentence of inquiry that asks for a reply uncertainty about the truth or factuality or existence of something a formal proposal for action made to a deliberative assembly for discussion and vote an informal reference to a marriage proposal challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of pose a series of questions to pose a question conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting place in doubt or express doubtful speculation
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an upholstered seat for more than one person a flat coat of paint or varnish used by artists as a primer a narrow bed on which a patient lies during psychiatric or psychoanalytic treatment formulate in a particular style or language
one of the large landmasses of the earth the European mainland having control over urination and defecation abstaining from sexual intercourse
approximating the statistical norm or average or expected value characterized by malice having or showing an ignoble lack of honor or morality excellent marked by poverty befitting a beggar (used of persons or behavior) characterized by or indicative of lack of generosity (used of sums of money) so small in amount as to deserve contempt of no value or worth
art highly prized for its beauty or perfection a crystalline rock that can be cut and polished for jewelry a person who is as brilliant and precious as a piece of jewelry a sweet quick bread baked in a cup-shaped pan a precious or semiprecious stone incorporated into a piece of jewelry
a set of data arranged in rows and columns a piece of furniture having a smooth flat top that is usually supported by one or more vertical legs a piece of furniture with tableware for a meal laid out on it flat tableland with steep edges a company of people assembled at a table for a meal or game food or meals in general hold back to a later time arrange or enter in tabular form
courtesy towards women
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an erroneous mental representation something many people believe that is false the act of deluding; deception by creating illusory ideas an illusory feat; considered magical by naive observers
paying close attention especially to details quick to notice; showing quick and keen perception (of individuals) adhering strictly to laws and rules and customs
a pale cane syrup writing or music that is excessively sweet and sentimental
a person who works at a specific occupation a member of the working class (not necessarily employed) sterile member of a colony of social insects that forages for food and cares for the larvae a person who acts and gets things done
(of characters in literature or drama) evoking empathic or sympathetic feelings easy to like; agreeable
without any others being included or involved
relating to or dealing with the affairs or structure of government or politics or the state
the act of giving temporary assistance the component of the aerodynamic forces acting on an airfoil that opposes gravity the event of something being raised upward a wave that lifts the surface of the water or ground a powered conveyance that carries skiers up a hill a device worn in a shoe or boot to make the wearer look taller or to correct a shortened leg one of the layers forming the heel of a shoe or boot lifting device consisting of a platform or cage that is raised and lowered mechanically in a vertical shaft in order to move people from one floor to another in a building plastic surgery to remove wrinkles and other signs of aging from your face; an incision is made near the hair line and skin is pulled back and excess tissue is excised transportation of people or goods by air (especially when other means of access are unavailable) a ride in a car the act of raising something raise from a lower to a higher position take hold of something and move it to a different location move upwards move upward make audible cancel officially make off with belongings of others raise or haul up with or as if with mechanical help invigorate or heighten raise in rank or condition take off or away by decreasing rise up pay off (a mortgage) take without referencing from someone else's writing or speech; of intellectual property take illegally fly people or goods to or from places not accessible by other means take (root crops) out of the ground call to stop the hunt or to retire, as of hunting dogs rise upward, as from pressure or moisture put an end to remove (hair) by scalping remove from a seedbed or from a nursery remove from a surface perform cosmetic surgery on someone's face
overly sweet
an animal trainer who tames wild animals flat and uninspiring very restrained or quiet brought from wildness into a domesticated state very docile
open to doubt or debate making great mental demands; hard to comprehend or solve or believe
English author whose work used such techniques as stream of consciousness and the interior monologue; prominent member of the Bloomsbury Group (1882-1941)
torment emotionally or mentally treat cruelly subject to torture experiencing intense pain especially mental pain tormented or harassed by nightmares or unreasonable fears
important Russian composer whose works are noted for their expressive melodies (1840-1893)
someone who comes upon something after searching someone who is the first to observe something optical device that helps a user to find the target of interest
a formal organization of people or groups of people the act of consorting with or joining with others the state of being connected together as in memory or imagination the process of bringing ideas or events together in memory or imagination a social or business relationship a relation resulting from interaction or dependence (chemistry) any process of combination (especially in solution) that depends on relatively weak chemical bonding (ecology) a group of organisms (plants and animals) that live together in a certain geographical region and constitute a community with a few dominant species
an often persistent bodily disorder or disease; a cause for complaining (formerly) a loud cry (or repeated cries) of pain or rage or sorrow an expression of grievance or resentment (civil law) the first pleading of the plaintiff setting out the facts on which the claim for relief is based (criminal law) a pleading describing some wrong or offense
barely satisfying a lower standard
any cold-blooded vertebrate of the class Reptilia including tortoises, turtles, snakes, lizards, alligators, crocodiles, and extinct forms of or relating to the class Reptilia
not experiencing or inspiring joy
a drug that causes contraction of body tissues and canals sour or bitter in taste tending to draw together or constrict soft organic tissue
having no limits in range or scope without reservation or exception that cannot be entirely consumed or used up
any implement that is used to make something (an edge or a point) sharper
command against keep from happening or arising; make impossible excluded from use or mention
a subdued emotional quality underlying an utterance; implicit meaning a current below the surface of a fluid
the act of giving hope or support to someone an increase in cost the act of giving a push increase give a boost to; be beneficial to contribute to the progress or growth of increase or raise push or shove upward, as if from below or behind
entrap twist together or entwine into a confusing mass deeply involved especially in something complicated twisted together in a tangled mass involved in difficulties
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a substance that destroys micro-organisms that carry disease without harming body tissues thoroughly clean and free of or destructive to disease-causing organisms clean and honest freeing from error or corruption devoid of objectionable language
a person who is uninterested in intellectual pursuits characteristic of a person who is not cultivated or does not have intellectual tastes
United States tennis player who dominated women's tennis in the 1920s and 1930s (1905-1998) United States evangelist (1837-1899) showing a brooding ill humor subject to sharply varying moods
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concise and full of meaning
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shape or influence; give direction to make something, usually for a specific function give shape or form to shaped to fit by or as if by altering the contours of a pliable mass (as by work or effort) having the shape of
in a systematic or consistent manner
oppose, as in hostility or a competition deal with (something unpleasant) head on present somebody with something, usually to accuse or criticize be face to face with
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refuse to acknowledge bar from attention or consideration fail to notice give little or no attention to be ignorant of or in the dark about
a short prayer generally preceding the lesson in the Church of Rome or the Church of England get or gather together call for and obtain payment of assemble or get together get or bring together gather or collect payable by the recipient on delivery make a telephone call or mail a package so that the recipient pays
elected vice president and became 21st President of the United States when Garfield was assassinated (1830-1886) a legendary king of the Britons (possibly based on a historical figure in the 6th century but the story has been retold too many times to be sure); said to have led the Knights of the Round Table at Camelot
lacking stability or fixity or firmness highly or violently reactive affording no ease or reassurance suffering from severe mental illness disposed to psychological variability subject to change; variable
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abounding with or resembling stars
perceive intuitively or through some inexplicable perceptive powers search by divining, as if with a rod
incapable of being put up with
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anything indispensable absolutely necessary; vitally necessary basic and fundamental of the greatest importance being or relating to or containing the essence of a plant etc defining rights and duties as opposed to giving the rules by which rights and duties are established
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make powerless and unable to function cause to be paralyzed and immobile affected with paralysis
change in outward structure or looks change or alter in form, appearance, or nature alter the nature of (elements)
a distinctive characteristic or attribute a mark on an article of trade to indicate its origin and authenticity
suggesting the operation of supernatural influences
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a cry of sorrow and grief emit long loud cries cry weakly or softly
reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress succeed in a big way; get to the top
sewing that repairs a worn or torn hole (especially in a garment) the act of putting something in working order again restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken heal or recover
a distinguishing feature of your personal nature
a rude or vulgar fool a person who amuses others by ridiculous behavior act as or like a clown
found in the ordinary course of events
a condition of spiritual awareness; divine illumination the degree of visibility of your environment an interpretation that removes obstacles to understanding the luminous flux incident on a unit area painting or drawing included in a book (especially in illuminated medieval manuscripts)
a place or scene of great or strange beauty or wonder an imaginary realm of marvels or wonders
full of spirit and vitality
make repairs, renovations, revisions or adjustments to become technologically advanced
a native or inhabitant of Canada a river rising in northeastern New Mexico and flowing eastward across the Texas panhandle to become a tributary of the Arkansas River in Oklahoma
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upset and make nauseated cause aversion in; offend the moral sense of causing or able to cause nausea
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an athlete who plays for pay an argument in favor of a proposal
wet through and through; thoroughly wet effusively or insincerely emotional
an unstable situation of extreme danger or difficulty a crucial stage or turning point in the course of something
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received directly from a source from the original source; directly
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a fashion reminiscent of the past affecting things past
a metallic tapping sound a strong fabric used for mattress and pillow covers make a clicking or ticking sound make a sound like a clock or a timer sew put a check mark on or near or next to
have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined have care of or look after manage or run
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Queen of England and Scotland and Ireland; daughter if James II and the last of the Stuart monarchs; in 1707 she was the last English ruler to exercise the royal veto over parliament (1665-1714)
a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion to push against gently urge on; cause to act poke or thrust abruptly
a former copper coin of Pakistan and India
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soft food made by boiling oatmeal or other meal or legumes in water or milk until thick
put in opposition to show or emphasize differences to show differences when compared; be different strikingly different; tending to contrast
produce act so as to bring into existence
a sudden and decisive increase an abrupt transition (film) an abrupt transition from one scene to another a sudden involuntary movement descent with a parachute the act of jumping; propelling yourself off the ground move forward by leaps and bounds move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm make a sudden physical attack on increase suddenly and significantly be highly noticeable enter eagerly into rise in rank or status jump down from an elevated point run off or leave the rails jump from an airplane and descend with a parachute cause to jump or leap start (a car engine whose battery is dead) by connecting it to another car's battery bypass pass abruptly from one state or topic to another go back and forth; swing back and forth between two states or conditions
fail to keep or to maintain; cease to have, either physically or in an abstract sense fail to win suffer the loss of a person through death or removal place (something) where one cannot find it again miss from one's possessions; lose sight of allow to go out of sight fail to make money in a business; make a loss or fail to profit fail to get or obtain retreat fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind be set at a disadvantage
show unwillingness towards refuse to accept elude, especially in a baffling way refuse to let have resist immunologically the introduction of some foreign tissue or organ refuse entrance or membership
a dead body that has been brought back to life by a supernatural force (voodooism) a spirit or supernatural force that reanimates a dead body a god of voodoo cults of African origin worshipped especially in West Indies someone who acts or responds in a mechanical or apathetic way several kinds of rum with fruit juice and usually apricot liqueur
at or on or to the masthead or upper rigging of a ship upward at or to great height; high up in or into the air in the higher atmosphere above the earth
a song that was formerly popular
French philosopher (1909-1943) United States mathematician (born in France) (1906-1998)
the comfort you feel when consoled in times of disappointment the act of consoling; giving relief in affliction
food that is discarded (as from a kitchen) show unwillingness towards refuse to accept elude, especially in a baffling way refuse to let have resist immunologically the introduction of some foreign tissue or organ refuse entrance or membership
Scottish explorer who led Arctic expeditions that yielded geographic discoveries while searching for the Northwest Passage (1777-1856) British explorer of the Arctic and Antarctic; located the north magnetic pole in 1831; discovered the Ross Sea in Antarctica; nephew of Sir John Ross (1800-1862) British physician who discovered that mosquitos transmit malaria (1857-1932) a politician in Wyoming who was the first woman governor in the United States (1876-1977) American seamstress said to have made the first American flag at the request of George Washington (1752-1836)
make a raucous noise complain whiningly
send cables, wires, or telegrams
possessing or displaying a distinctive feature to a heightened degree extremely sharp or intense (of color) having the highest saturation
treat cruelly be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly
United States religious leader who founded the sect that is now called Jehovah's Witnesses (1852-1916) English film director (born in 1927) United States basketball center (born in 1934) United States entertainer remembered for her roles in comic operas (1861-1922) United States astronomer who developed a theory of stellar evolution (1877-1957) Irish writer whose pen name was A.E. (1867-1935) English philosopher and mathematician who collaborated with Whitehead (1872-1970)
unacceptable behavior (especially ludicrously false statements)
gossip spread by spoken communication a pipe used to transport liquids or gases
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the work of cleaning and running a house maintain a household; take care of all business related to a household
abnormally deficient in color as suggesting physical or emotional distress (of light) lacking in intensity or brightness; dim or feeble lacking in vitality or interest or effectiveness
bowed stringed instrument that is the highest member of the violin family; this instrument has four strings and a hollow body and an unfretted fingerboard and is played with a bow
the act of firing weapons or artillery at an enemy the act of discharging a gun the act of setting something on fire the termination of someone's employment (leaving them free to depart) start firing a weapon cause to go off bake in a kiln so as to harden terminate the employment of; discharge from an office or position go off or discharge drive out or away by or as if by fire call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) destroy by fire provide with fuel
(virology) ultramicroscopic infectious agent that replicates itself only within cells of living hosts; many are pathogenic; a piece of nucleic acid (DNA or RNA) wrapped in a thin coat of protein a harmful or corrupting agency a software program capable of reproducing itself and usually capable of causing great harm to files or other programs on the same computer
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provoking horror extreme in degree or extent or amount or impact extremely distressing
deprived of life; no longer living destitute or having been emptied of life or living beings lacking animation or excitement or activity not having the capacity to support life
an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet" the limits within which something can be effective a large tract of grassy open land on which livestock can graze a series of hills or mountains a place for shooting (firing or driving) projectiles of various kinds a variety of different things or activities (mathematics) the set of values of the dependent variable for which a function is defined the limit of capability a kitchen appliance used for cooking food change or be different within limits move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment have a range; be capable of projecting over a certain distance, as of a gun range or extend over; occupy a certain area lay out orderly or logically in a line or as if in a line feed as in a meadow or pasture let eat assign a rank or rating to
the force by which bodies repel one another intense aversion the act of repulsing or repelling an attack; a successful defensive stand
a conversation between two persons the lines spoken by characters in drama or fiction a literary composition in the form of a conversation between two people
the quality of requiring extended effort
someone who insists on great precision and correctness (especially in the use of words)
the emotion of intense dislike; a feeling of dislike so strong that it demands action
a musical composition of a free form usually incorporating several familiar themes
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heavy and dull and stupid
capable of being believed (a common but incorrect usage where `credulous' would be appropriate) credulous appearing to merit belief or acceptance
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lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike open disrespect for a person or thing look down on with disdain reject with contempt
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resembling lather or covered with lather
lack of cohesion or clarity or organization nonsense that is simply incoherent and unintelligible
extreme excess
fasten by sewing; do needlework fastened with stitches
informal terms for a mother
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and seven being ten more than sixty
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marked by or paying little heed or attention; we know now that it is bad economics"--Franklin D. Roosevelt characterized by careless unconcern
performance of duties or provision of space and equipment helpful to others work done by one person or group that benefits another an act of help or assistance the act of public worship following prescribed rules a company or agency that performs a public service; subject to government regulation employment in or work for another a force that is a branch of the armed forces Canadian writer (born in England) who wrote about life in the Yukon Territory (1874-1958) a means of serving tableware consisting of a complete set of articles (silver or dishware) for use at table the act of mating by male animals (law) the acts performed by an English feudal tenant for the benefit of his lord which formed the consideration for the property granted to him (sports) a stroke that puts the ball in play the act of delivering a writ or summons upon someone periodic maintenance on a car or machine the performance of duties by a waiter or servant be used by; as of a utility make fit for use mate with
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a high-ranking Shiite religious leader who is regarded as an authority on religious law and its interpretation and who has political power as well
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a deceptive maneuver (especially to avoid capture)
bending the knees; a gesture of respect made by women bend the knees in a gesture of respectful greeting make a curtsy; usually done only by girls and women; as a sign of respect
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a distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant
have an emotional or cognitive impact upon impress positively produce or try to produce a vivid impression of mark or stamp with or as if with pressure reproduce by printing take (someone) against his will for compulsory service, especially on board a ship dye (fabric) before it is spun deeply or markedly affected or influenced
a male child (a familiar term of address to a boy)
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fold inwards turn inside given to examining own sensory and perceptual experiences
with no problems or difficulties in a smooth and diplomatic manner
an instance of questioning the subject matter at issue a sentence of inquiry that asks for a reply uncertainty about the truth or factuality or existence of something a formal proposal for action made to a deliberative assembly for discussion and vote an informal reference to a marriage proposal challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of pose a series of questions to pose a question conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting place in doubt or express doubtful speculation
desire strongly or persistently primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified primarily spatial sense; of relatively great or greater than average spatial extension or extension as specified of relatively great height good at remembering holding securities or commodities in expectation of a rise in prices (of speech sounds or syllables) of relatively long duration involving substantial risk planning prudently for the future having or being more than normal or necessary:"long on brains" for an extended time or at a distant time for an extended distance
not fitting closely; hanging loosely
a male exhibiting or characterized by machismo used of men; markedly masculine in appearance or manner
an implement consisting of handle with a free swinging stick at the end; used in manual threshing give a thrashing to; beat hard move like a flail; thresh about
not decorated with something to increase its beauty or distinction
in a matter-of-fact manner without imagination
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the act of coercing someone into government service have an emotional or cognitive impact upon impress positively produce or try to produce a vivid impression of mark or stamp with or as if with pressure reproduce by printing take (someone) against his will for compulsory service, especially on board a ship dye (fabric) before it is spun
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capable of being imagined
consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning make a mathematical, chemical, or grammatical analysis of; break down into components or essential features break down into components or essential features subject to psychoanalytic treatment
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a set of related records (either written or electronic) kept together a line of persons or things ranged one behind the other office furniture consisting of a container for keeping papers in order a steel hand tool with small sharp teeth on some or all of its surfaces; used for smoothing wood or metal record in a public office or in a court of law smooth with a file proceed in line file a formal charge against place in a container for keeping records
found in the ordinary course of events concerned with the world or worldly matters belonging to this earth or world; not ideal or heavenly; yet a mundane wonder of unimagined kind"
a brief swim in water a steep and rapid fall thrust or throw into drop steeply dash violently or with great speed or impetuosity begin with vigor cause to be immersed fall abruptly immerse briefly into a liquid so as to wet, coat, or saturate devote (oneself) fully to
be a mystery or bewildering to make more complicated lacking clarity of meaning; causing confusion or perplexity
emitting or filled with bubbles as from carbonation or fermentation marked by high spirits or excitement
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invulnerable to fear or intimidation unrestrained by convention or propriety disposed to venture or take risks
laugh nervously
any female friend a girl or young woman with whom a man is romantically involved
censure severely or angrily
alluring beauty or charm (often with sex-appeal) cast a spell over someone or something; put a hex on someone or something
merchandise that is shoddy or inferior
a bad-tempered person a whimsically eccentric person an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant a hand tool consisting of a rotating shaft with parallel handle travel along a zigzag path start by cranking rotate with a crank fasten with a crank bend into the shape of a crank (used of boats) inclined to heel over easily under sail
several time
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a low triangular area of alluvial deposits where a river divides before entering a larger body of water an object shaped like an equilateral triangle the 4th letter of the Greek alphabet
persistent determination
United States writer (1871-1900) United States poet (1899-1932) a small constellation in the southern hemisphere near Phoenix lifts and moves heavy objects; lifting tackle is suspended from a pivoted boom that rotates around a vertical axis large long-necked wading bird of marshes and plains in many parts of the world stretch (the neck) so as to see better
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term of address for a disrespectful and annoying male a third-year undergraduate the younger of two persons a son who has the same first name as his father younger; lower in rank; shorter in length of tenure or service used of the third or next to final year in United States high school or college including or intended for youthful persons
the event of something being raised upward the properties acquired as a consequence of the way you were treated as a child helping someone grow up to be an accepted member of the community raise the level or amount of something raise from a lower to a higher position cause to be heard or known; express or utter collect funds for a specific purpose cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques bring up summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic move upwards construct, build, or erect call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) create a disturbance, especially by making a great noise raise in rank or condition increase give a promotion to or assign to a higher position cause to puff up with a leaven bid (one's partner's suit) at a higher level bet more than the previous player cause to assemble or enlist in the military put forward for consideration or discussion pronounce (vowels) by bringing the tongue closer to the roof of the mouth activate or stir up establish radio communications with multiply (a number) by itself a specified number of times: 8 is 2 raised to the power 3 bring (a surface or a design) into relief and cause to project invigorate or heighten put an end to cause to become alive again increasing in quantity or value
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one who loves and defends his or her country
the basic unit of money in Sierra Leone; equal to 100 cents
affect with wonder
transactions (sales and purchases) having the objective of supplying commodities (goods and services)
the words of an opera or musical play
put in effect fill or meet a want or need meet the requirements or expectations of put in effect meet the requirements or expectations of fill or meet a want or need
a prominent attribute or aspect of something a distinguishing quality the integer part (positive or negative) of the representation of a logarithm; in the expression log 643 = 2.808 the characteristic is 2 any measurable property of a device measured under closely specified conditions typical or distinctive
eating an elaborate meal (often accompanied by entertainment) partake in a feast or banquet provide a feast or banquet for gratify
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a hunt for game carried on by following it stealthily or waiting in ambush the act of following prey stealthily walk stiffly follow stealthily or recur constantly and spontaneously to go through (an area) in search of prey
make (to feel) fresh become or make oneself fresh again make fresh again
a tax on employees and employers that is used to fund the Social Security system
attack with machine guns or cannon fire from a low-flying plane
someone who takes part in an activity a person who participates in or is skilled at some game
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the most interesting or memorable part an area of lightness in a picture move into the foreground to make more visible or prominent apply a highlighter to one's cheeks or eyebrows in order to make them more prominent
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be excessively hot cook on a hot surface using fat kill by electrocution, as in the electric chair cooked by frying in fat
an expanse of scenery that can be seen in a single view painting depicting an expanse of natural scenery a genre of art dealing with the depiction of natural scenery an extensive mental viewpoint embellish with plants do landscape gardening
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to ascribe a quality to or give a name of a common noun that reflects a quality get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone utter a sudden loud cry order, request, or command to come pay a brief visit call a meeting; invite or command to meet read aloud to check for omissions or absentees send a message or attempt to reach someone by radio, phone, etc.; make a signal to in order to transmit a message utter a characteristic note or cry stop or postpone because of adverse conditions, such as bad weather greet, as with a prescribed form, title, or name make a stop in a harbour demand payment of (a loan) make a demand, as for a card or a suit or a show of hands give the calls (to the dancers) for a square dance indicate a decision in regard to make a prediction about; tell in advance require the presentation of for redemption before maturation challenge (somebody) to make good on a statement; charge with or censure for an offense declare in the capacity of an umpire or referee lure by imitating the characteristic call of an animal order or request or give a command for order, summon, or request for a specific duty or activity, work, role utter in a loud voice or announce challenge the sincerity or truthfulness of consider or regard as being rouse somebody from sleep with a call
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bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer
influence by slyness attract; cause to be enamored highly attractive and able to arouse hope or desire misleading by means of pleasant or alluring methods
the quality of being individual the distinct personality of an individual regarded as a persisting entity
a unit of potential equal to the potential difference between two points on a conductor carrying a current of 1 ampere when the power dissipated between the two points is 1 watt; equivalent to the potential difference across a resistance of 1 ohm when 1 ampere of current flows through it a soft silvery white toxic metallic element used in steel alloys; it occurs in several complex minerals including carnotite and vanadinite the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one the 22nd letter of the Roman alphabet being one more than four
a person or animal that is markedly unusual or deformed someone who is so ardently devoted to something that it resembles an addiction lose one's nerve
sufficiently valuable to justify the investment of time or interest
an implement consisting of a length of wood a small thin branch of a tree a lever used by a pilot to control the ailerons and elevators of an airplane a rectangular quarter pound block of butter or margarine informal terms for the leg a long implement (usually made of wood) that is shaped so that hockey or polo players can hit a puck or ball a long thin implement resembling a length of wood marijuana leaves rolled into a cigarette for smoking threat of a penalty put, fix, force, or implant stay put (in a certain place); we are not moving to Cincinnati" stick to firmly be or become fixed endure be a devoted follower or supporter be loyal to cover and decorate with objects that pierce the surface fasten with an adhesive material like glue fasten with or as with pins or nails fasten into place by fixing an end or point into something pierce with a thrust using a pointed instrument pierce or penetrate or puncture with something pointed come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation saddle with something disagreeable or disadvantageous be a mystery or bewildering to
the act of rising upward into the air rise rapidly fly by means of a hang glider fly upwards or high in the sky go or move upward fly a plane without an engine
devote (oneself) fully to let sit in a liquid to extract a flavor or to cleanse
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a message informing of danger cautionary advice about something imminent (especially imminent danger or other unpleasantness) notification of something, usually in advance notify of danger, potential harm, or risk admonish or counsel in terms of someone's behavior ask to go away notify, usually in advance serving to warn
a quiet or hushed tone of voice a subdued emotional quality underlying an utterance; implicit meaning a pale or subdued color
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a large gathering of people intended to arouse enthusiasm the feat of mustering strength for a renewed effort a marked recovery of strength or spirits during an illness an automobile race run over public roads (sports) an unbroken sequence of several successive strokes gather call to arms; of military personnel gather or bring together return to a former condition harass with persistent criticism or carping
United States evangelical preacher famous as a mass evangelist (born in 1918) United States dancer and choreographer whose work was noted for its austerity and technical rigor (1893-1991) flour made by grinding the entire wheat berry including the bran; (`whole meal flour' is British usage)
ostentatiously lofty in style
an arc of colored light in the sky caused by refraction of the sun's rays by rain an illusory hope
(of weather) wet by periods of rain
a port city on the Parana River in eastern central Argentina
yellow oval fruit with juicy acidic flesh a strong yellow color a small evergreen tree that originated in Asia but is widely cultivated for its fruit a distinctive tart flavor characteristic of lemons an artifact (especially an automobile) that is defective or unsatisfactory
under terms not final or fully worked out or agreed upon unsettled in mind or opinion
the act of marching; walking with regular steps (especially in a procession of some kind) march in a procession force to march walk fast, with regular or measured steps; walk with a stride march in protest; take part in a demonstration walk ostentatiously cause to march or go at a marching pace lie adjacent to another or share a boundary
the state of being employed or having a job the occupation for which you are paid the act of giving someone a job the act of using
injustice by virtue of not conforming with rules or standards
the state prevailing during the absence of war harmonious relations; freedom from disputes the absence of mental stress or anxiety the general security of public places a treaty to cease hostilities
the posterior part of a human (or animal) body from the neck to the end of the spine the side that goes last or is not normally seen the part of something that is furthest from the normal viewer (football) a person who plays in the backfield the series of vertebrae forming the axis of the skeleton and protecting the spinal cord the protective covering on the front, back, and spine of a book the part of a garment that covers the back of your body a support that you can lean against while sitting (American football) the position of a player on a football team who is stationed behind the line of scrimmage be behind; approve of travel backward give support or one's approval to cause to travel backward support financial backing for be in back of place a bet on shift to a counterclockwise direction establish as valid or genuine strengthen by providing with a back or backing
the rays of the sun moderate weather; suitable for outdoor activities the quality of being cheerful and dispelling gloom
arrange into a group or groups form a group or group together arranged into groups
reception room in an inn or club where visitors can be received a room in a private house or establishment where people can sit and talk and relax
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lacking physical depth; having little spatial extension downward or inward from an outer surface or backward or outward from a center not deep or strong; not affecting one deeply lacking depth of intellect or knowledge; concerned only with what is obvious
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the act of mocking or ridiculing treat with contempt imitate with mockery and derision constituting a copy or imitation of something
relating to or characteristic of art or artists satisfying aesthetic standards and sensibilities aesthetically pleasing
make into a puddle mix up or confuse confused and vague; used especially of thinking
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(architecture) a vaulted structure a light leap by a horse in which both hind legs leave the ground before the forelegs come down jump across or leap over (an obstacle) bound vigorously revealing excessive self-confidence; reaching for the heights
bring into existence give or supply produce (energy) make children
inflict a heavy blow on, with the hand, a tool, or a weapon affect suddenly with deep feeling cause physical pain or suffering in (used in combination) affected by something overwhelming marked by foolish or unreasoning fondness
a central cohesive source of support and stability fortitude and determination the series of vertebrae forming the axis of the skeleton and protecting the spinal cord the part of a book's cover that encloses the inner side of the book's pages and that faces outward when the book is shelved the part of a network that connects other networks together
a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved a question raised for consideration or solution a source of difficulty
the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen either of two soft fleshy milk-secreting glandular organs on the chest of a woman meat carved from the breast of a fowl the part of an animal's body that corresponds to a person's chest meet at breast level reach the summit (of a mountain) confront bodily
an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal give help or assistance; be of service improve the condition of be of use abstain from doing; always used with a negative help to some food; help with food or drink contribute to the furtherance of take or use improve; change for the better
the message that is intended or expressed or signified the idea that is intended mean or intend to express or convey have as a logical consequence denote or connote have in mind as a purpose have a specified degree of importance intend to refer to destine or designate for a certain purpose rich in significance or implication
male cat
make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen consent to, give permission let have give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain allow or plan for a certain possibility; concede the truth or validity of something afford possibility allow the other (baseball) team to score grant as a discount or in exchange allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting
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a Chinese dumpling filled with spiced minced pork; usually served in soup a soup with won ton dumplings
undergo or be subjected to undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) experience (emotional) pain put up with something or somebody unpleasant get worse feel pain or be in pain feel physical pain feel unwell or uncomfortable be given to undergo or suffer be set at a disadvantage
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moral weakness a specific form of evildoing
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a specialized division of a large organization the territorial and administrative division of some countries (such as France) a specialized sphere of knowledge
launch an attack or assault on; begin hostilities or start warfare with attack in speech or writing take the initiative and go on the offensive attack someone physically or emotionally set to work upon; turn one's energies vigorously to a task begin to injure disposed to attack
restless or short-tempered under delay or opposition (usually followed by `to') full of eagerness
move away from a place into another direction be at variance with; be out of line with leave go away or leave remove oneself from an association with or participation in wander from a direct or straight course
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a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program consisting of or characterized by the telling of a story
a general name for alcoholic beverages made by fermenting a cereal (or mixture of cereals) flavored with hops
United States writer noted for his droll epigrams (1902-1971)
characterized by conscious design or purpose done or made or performed with purpose and intent
having relatively great weight; heavy powerfully persuasive of great gravity or crucial import; requiring serious thought weighing heavily on the spirit; causing anxiety or worry excessively fat
on one occasion as soon as at a previous time; 
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the act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat combat to overcome an opposing tendency or force engage in deep thought, consideration, or debate to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling) engage in a wrestling match
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having a drab or dowdy quality; lacking stylishness or elegance
the action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with any mechanical force that tends to retard or oppose motion a material's opposition to the flow of electric current; measured in ohms the military action of resisting the enemy's advance (medicine) the condition in which an organism can resist disease the capacity of an organism to defend itself against harmful environmental agents a secret group organized to overthrow a government or occupation force the degree of unresponsiveness of a disease-causing microorganism to antibiotics or other drugs (as in penicillin-resistant bacteria) (psychiatry) an unwillingness to bring repressed feelings into conscious awareness an electrical device that resists the flow of electrical current group action in opposition to those in power
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a person who comes from a foreign country; someone who does not owe allegiance to your country anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found a form of life assumed to exist outside the Earth or its atmosphere transfer property or ownership arouse hostility or indifference in where there had formerly been love, affection, or friendliness not contained in or deriving from the essential nature of something being or from or characteristic of another place or part of the world
force to go away; used both with concrete and metaphoric meanings to cause to separate and go in different directions
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an association of criminals an informal body of friends an organized group of workmen tool consisting of a combination of implements arranged to work together act as an organized group
air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure a tendency or force that influences events breath empty rhetoric or insincere or exaggerated talk an indication of potential opportunity a musical instrument in which the sound is produced by an enclosed column of air that is moved by the breath a reflex that expels intestinal gas through the anus the act of winding or twisting to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course extend in curves and turns arrange or or coil around catch the scent of; get wind of coil the spring of (some mechanical device) by turning a stem form into a wreath raise or haul up with or as if with mechanical help
make stupid with alcohol consume alcohol be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly very drunk
the quality of being loyal feelings of allegiance the act of binding yourself (intellectually or emotionally) to a course of action
the part played by a person in bringing about a result a voluntary gift (as of money or service or ideas) made to some worthwhile cause act of giving in common with others for a common purpose especially to a charity an amount of money contributed a writing for publication especially one of a collection of writings as an article or story
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an important question that is in dispute and must be settled one of a series published periodically some situation or event that is thought about the act of providing an item for general use or for official purposes (usually in quantity) supplies (as food or clothing or ammunition) issued by the government the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon the immediate descendants of a person the becoming visible an opening that permits escape or release the act of issuing printed materials prepare and issue for public distribution or sale circulate or distribute or equip with bring out an official document (such as a warrant) come out of make out and issue
in a devious manner
someone who theorizes (especially in science or art)
one of the twelve Apostles (first century) United States singer and songwriter (born in 1942) United States playwright noted for light comedies (born in 1927) United States economist and psychologist who pioneered in the development of cognitive science (1916-2001)
covering with a design in which one element covers a part of another (as with tiles or shingles) coincide partially or wholly extend over and cover a part of
the largest city of China; located in the east on the Pacific; one of the largest ports in the world take (someone) against his will for compulsory service, especially on board a ship
a person who dissents from some established policy
bestow honor or rewards upon strengthen and support with rewards act or give recompense in recognition of someone's behavior or actions providing personal satisfaction
put into a good mood
impart skills or knowledge to give instructions or directions for some task make aware of
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a party of people assembled in the evening (usually at a private house)
imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind view the outline of by means of an X-ray form a mental picture of something that is invisible or abstract make visible
a failure to perform some promised act or obligation an opening (especially a gap in a dike or fortification) a personal or social separation (as between opposing factions) act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises make an opening or gap in
a message whose content is at variance with reason
have as a part, be made up out of consider as part of something add as part of something else; put in as part of a set, group, or category allow participation in or the right to be part of; permit to exercise the rights, functions, and responsibilities of
in a very impressive manner in a dramatic manner with respect to dramatic value
Old or New World straight-billed game bird of the sandpiper family; of marshy areas; similar to the woodcocks a gunshot from a concealed location hunt or shoot snipe aim and shoot with great precision attack in speech or writing sever or remove by pinching or snipping cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of
a small piece of cloth or paper a week at British universities during which side-shows and processions of floats are organized to raise money for charities music with a syncopated melody (usually for the piano) newspaper with half-size pages a boisterous practical joke (especially by college students) treat cruelly cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations play in ragtime harass with persistent criticism or carping censure severely or angrily break into lumps before sorting
the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation draw air into, and expel out of, the lungs be alive impart as if by breathing allow the passage of air through utter or tell manifest or evince take a short break from one's activities in order to relax reach full flavor by absorbing air and being let to stand after having been uncorked expel (gases or odors) passing or able to pass air in and out of the lungs normally; sometimes used in combination
the prevailing current of thought
in a humorous manner
disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed causing mental discomfort
made slick by e.g. ice or grease having only superficial plausibility having a smooth, gleaming surface reflecting light marked by skill in deception
announce for a score; of cards in a card game lose its distinct outline or shape; blend gradually mix together different elements
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someone unpleasantly strange or eccentric a mental representation of some haunting experience frighten or scare, and often provoke into a violent action
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a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way make a parody of
relating to or derived from a glacier devoid of warmth and cordiality; expressive of unfriendliness or disdain extremely cold
without logical or meaningful connection (physics) of waves having no stable definite or stable phase relation unable to express yourself clearly or fluently
according to routine or established practice
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a brief written record a short personal letter a notation representing the pitch and duration of a musical sound a tone of voice that shows what the speaker is feeling a characteristic emotional quality a piece of paper money (especially one issued by a central bank) a comment or instruction (usually added) high status importance owing to marked superiority a promise to pay a specified amount on demand or at a certain time make mention of notice or perceive observe with care or pay close attention to make a written note of
an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest the feeling that accompanies an experience of being thwarted in attaining your goals win a victory over thwart the passage of
a line drawn underneath (especially under written matter) give extra weight to (a communication) draw a line or lines underneath to call attention to
make trivial or insignificant
a particular instance of buying or selling an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent a plank of softwood (fir or pine board) wood that is easy to saw (from conifers such as pine or fir) the cards held in a card game by a given player at any given time the type of treatment received (especially as the result of an agreement) the act of distributing playing cards the act of apportioning or distributing something act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression take into consideration for exemplifying purposes take action with respect to (someone or something) come to terms with administer or bestow, as in small portions do business; offer for sale as for one's livelihood be in charge of, act on, or dispose of behave in a certain way towards others distribute cards to the players in a game direct the course of; manage or control give out as one's portion or share give (a specific card) to a player sell
a tendency to express warm and affectionate feeling a pain that is felt (as when the area is touched) warm compassionate feelings a positive feeling of liking a feeling of concern for the welfare of someone (especially someone defenseless)
appear again
act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression take into consideration for exemplifying purposes take action with respect to (someone or something) come to terms with administer or bestow, as in small portions do business; offer for sale as for one's livelihood be in charge of, act on, or dispose of behave in a certain way towards others distribute cards to the players in a game direct the course of; manage or control give out as one's portion or share give (a specific card) to a player sell
the state capital and largest city located in south central Arizona; situated in a former desert that has become a prosperous agricultural area thanks to irrigation a large monocotyledonous genus of pinnate-leaved palms found in Asia and Africa a legendary Arabian bird said to periodically burn itself to death and emerge from the ashes as a new phoenix; according to most versions only one phoenix lived at a time and it renewed itself every 500 years a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Tucana and Sculptor
an abstraction belonging to or characteristic of two entities or parts together the act of sexual procreation between a man and a woman; the man's penis is inserted into the woman's vagina and excited until orgasm and ejaculation occur a person related by blood or marriage an act of narration (law) the principle that an act done at a later time is deemed by law to have occurred at an earlier time (usually plural) mutual dealings or connections among persons or groups
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a humble request for help from someone in authority (law) a defendant's answer by a factual matter (as distinguished from a demurrer) an answer indicating why a suit should be dismissed
some unspecified time in the future
small or little relative to something else limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent limited in size or scope (of children and animals) young, immature slight or limited; especially in degree or intensity or scope low or inferior in station or quality lowercase (of a voice) faint have fine or very small constituent particles not large but sufficient in size or amount made to seem smaller or less (especially in worth)
hold fast or firmly to grip or seize, as in a wrestling match to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe capable of arousing and holding the attention
something considered choice to eat
an angular or rounded shape made by folding a group of people who adhere to a common faith and habitually attend a given church a geological process that causes a bend in a stratum of rock a group of sheep or goats a folded part (as in skin or muscle) a pen for sheep the act of folding bend or lay so that one part covers the other incorporate a food ingredient into a mixture by repeatedly turning it over without stirring or beating cease to operate or cause to cease operating confine in a fold, like sheep become folded or folded up
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the act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat the sport of hand-to-hand struggle between unarmed contestants who try to throw each other down combat to overcome an opposing tendency or force engage in deep thought, consideration, or debate to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling) engage in a wrestling match
(theology) the origination of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost the group action of a collection of people or animals or vehicles moving ahead in more or less regular formation the act of moving forward (as toward a goal)
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administer narcotics to under the influence of narcotics
a party of former associates who have come together again the act of coming together again
influence or control shrewdly or deviously hold something in one's hands and move it tamper, with the purpose of deception manipulate in a fraudulent manner control (others or oneself) or influence skillfully, usually to one's advantage treat manually, as with massage, for therapeutic purposed
strike against forcefully strike, beat repeatedly pounded or hit repeatedly by storms or adversities
a person who makes things terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God a business engaged in manufacturing some product
people in general (often used in the plural) a social division of (usually preliterate) people people descended from a common ancestor the traditional and typically anonymous music that is an expression of the life of people in a community
the skilled practice of a practical occupation a vehicle designed for navigation in or on water or air or through outer space people who perform a particular kind of skilled work skill in an occupation or trade shrewdness as demonstrated by being skilled in deception make by hand and with much skill
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not available or accessible or at hand
a setting in which something can be displayed to best effect a glass container used to store and display items in a shop or museum or home
treat cruelly be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly
terms of abuse for a masturbator
the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something) stay in one place and anticipate or expect something wait before acting look forward to the probable occurrence of serve as a waiter or waitress in a restaurant being and remaining ready and available for use
to an inexpressible degree
an electrically powered mixer with whirling blades that mix or chop or liquefy foods
noisy and lacking in restraint or discipline unwilling to submit to authority of persons
feeling no fear the trait of feeling no fear
a small number (of something) dispersed haphazardly a light shower that falls in some locations and not others nearby the act of sprinkling water in baptism (rare) the act of sprinkling or splashing water distribute loosely cause (a liquid) to spatter about, especially with force rain gently scatter with liquid; wet lightly
a padded cloth covering to keep a teapot warm enjoying or affording comforting warmth and shelter especially in a small space having or fostering a warm or friendly and informal atmosphere suggesting connivance
a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process an award conferred by a college or university signifying that the recipient has satisfactorily completed a course of study a measure for arcs and angles the highest power of a term or variable a unit of temperature on a specified scale the seriousness of something (e.g., a burn or crime)
have on hand equip with a stock supply with fish supply with livestock amass so as to keep for future use or sale or for a particular occasion or use provide or furnish with a stock of something put forth and grow sprouts or shoots furnished with more than enough
any of several herbivorous leaping marsupials of Australia and New Guinea having large powerful hind legs and a long thick tail
the act of applying force in order to move something away move with force, "He pushed the table into a corner" press, drive, or impel (someone) to action or completion of an action make publicity for; try to sell (a product) strive and make an effort to reach a goal press against forcefully without moving approach a certain age or speed exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for sell or promote the sale of (illegal goods such as drugs) move strenuously and with effort make strenuous pushing movements during birth to expel the baby
someone who plays practical jokes on others
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feel or have a desire for; want strongly expect and wish express a desire for greatly desired wanted intensely
inquire into travel to or penetrate into examine minutely examine (organs) for diagnostic purposes
the state of lacking unity coming apart the distance between things sorting one thing from others the social act of separating or parting company the space where a division or parting occurs the termination of employment (by resignation or dismissal) (law) the cessation of cohabitation of man and wife (either by mutual agreement or under a court order) the act of dividing or disconnecting
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marked by or tending to arouse sexual desire or interest exciting sexual desire
the act of teaching at school the process of being formally educated at a school the training of an animal (especially the training of a horse for dressage) educate in or as if in a school teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment swim in or form a large group of fish
an extravagant comedy in which action is more salient than characterization
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a reckless impetuous irresponsible person
used in negative statement to describe a situation that has existed up to this point or up to the present time
an electric railway operating below the surface of the ground (usually in a city)
beautiful and charismatic queen of Egypt; mistress of Julius Caesar and later of Mark Antony; killed herself to avoid capture by Octavian (69-30 BC)
large or big relative to something else above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent fairly large or important in effect; influential ostentatiously lofty in style generous and understanding and tolerant conspicuous in position or importance having broad power and range and scope in an advanced stage of pregnancy
make more interesting or flavorful add herbs or spices to
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the act of departing go away from a place go and leave behind, either intentionally or by neglect or forgetfulness act or be so as to become in a specified state leave unchanged or undisturbed or refrain from taking move out of or depart from make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain have as a result or residue remove oneself from an association with or participation in put into the care or protection of someone leave or give by will after one's death have left or have as a remainder be survived by after one's death transmit (knowledge or skills) leave behind unintentionally
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make a proposal, declare a plan for something drop a hint; intimate by a hint imply as a possibility suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine call to mind
lack of elegance as a consequence of being pompous and puffed up with vanity the quality of being pretentious (behaving or speaking in such a manner as to create a false appearance of great importance or worth)
(Yiddish) a constant complainer (Yiddish) a nagging complaint express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness
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English actor best know for his Shakespearean roles (1907-1989)
invalid or incorrect reasoning
a cat proficient at mousing
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a man who is a stupid incompetent fool a person who amuses others by ridiculous behavior
the final payment of a debt payment made to a person in a position of trust to corrupt his judgment the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing
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a hand tool for lifting loose material; consists of a curved container or scoop and a handle the quantity a shovel can hold a fire iron consisting of a small shovel used to scoop coals or ashes in a fireplace a machine for excavating dig with or as if with a shovel
fruit with red or yellow or green skin and sweet to tart crisp whitish flesh native Eurasian tree widely cultivated in many varieties for its firm rounded edible fruits
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a republic in northeastern Africa known as the United Arab Republic until 1971; site of an ancient civilization that flourished from 2600 to 30 BC an ancient empire to the west of Israel; centered on the Nile River and ruled by a Pharaoh; figured in many events described in the Old Testament
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the time at which something is supposed to begin a compensating equivalent a horizontal branch from the base of plant that produces new plants from buds at its tips a natural consequence of development a plate makes an inked impression on a rubber-blanketed cylinder, which in turn transfers it to the paper structure where a wall or building narrows abruptly compensate for or counterbalance make up for cause (printed matter) to transfer or smear onto another surface create an offset in produce by offset printing
not easy to believe
shockingly repellent; inspiring horror
not likely to be true or to occur or to have occurred having a probability too low to inspire belief too improbable to admit of belief
(military) military action or resources protecting a country against potential enemies protection from harm (sports) the team that is trying to prevent the other team from scoring the justification for some act or belief (psychiatry) an unconscious process that tries to reduce the anxiety associated with instinctive desires the federal department responsible for safeguarding national security of the United States; created in 1947 the defendant and his legal advisors collectively the speech act of answering an attack on your assertions an organization of defenders that provides resistance against attack a structure used to defend against attack a defendant's answer or plea denying the truth of the charges against him the act of defending someone or something against attack or injury
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structures collectively in which people are housed the state or quality of being lodged or fixed even temporarily the act of lodging be a lodger; stay temporarily put, fix, force, or implant file a formal charge against provide housing for
put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose be pertinent or relevant or applicable ask (for something) apply to a surface be applicable to; as to an analysis give or convey physically avail oneself to ensure observance of laws and rules;  refer (a word or name) to a person or thing apply oneself to
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speaking of yourself in superlatives show off wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner
occurring without motivation or provocation
ancient Athenian philosopher; teacher of Plato and Xenophon (470-399 BC)
the act of using what something is used for a particular service (economics) the utilization of economic goods to satisfy needs or in manufacturing (psychology) an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation; may be inherited or acquired through frequent repetition exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage (law) the exercise of the legal right to enjoy the benefits of owning property put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose take or consume (regularly or habitually) use up, consume fully seek or achieve an end by using to one's advantage avail oneself to habitually do something (use only in the past tense)
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a natural body of running water flowing on or under the earth dominant course (suggestive of running water) of successive events or ideas the act of flowing or streaming; continuous progression something that resembles a flowing stream in moving continuously a steady flow of a fluid (usually from natural causes) to extend, wave or float outward, as if in the wind exude profusely move in large numbers rain heavily flow freely and abundantly
the process of taking food into the body through the mouth (as by eating) involving the lungs with progressive wasting of the body (economics) the utilization of economic goods to satisfy needs or in manufacturing the act of consuming something
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an aimless drawing make a doodle; draw aimlessly
a loud and disturbing noise an illegal enterprise (such as extortion or fraud or drug peddling or prostitution) carried on for profit the auditory experience of sound that lacks musical quality; sound that is a disagreeable auditory experience a sports implement (usually consisting of a handle and an oval frame with a tightly interlaced network of strings) used to strike a ball (or shuttlecock) in various games celebrate noisily, often indulging in drinking; engage in uproarious festivities make loud and annoying noises hit (a ball) with a racket
a small elite group a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by `a'; a small but indefinite number
show in, or as in, a picture give a description of make a portrait of represented graphically by sketch or design or lines
the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes) a set of questions or exercises evaluating skill or knowledge formal systematic questioning a detailed inspection of your conscience (as done daily by Jesuits) the act of giving students or candidates a test (as by questions) to determine what they know or have learned
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the process of shedding tears (usually accompanied by sobs or other inarticulate sounds) shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain showing sorrow having branches or flower heads that bend downward
with bitterness, in a resentful manner indicating something hard to accept extremely and sharply
extremely deep having no bottom having no apparent limits or bounds unclothed especially below the waist or featuring such nudeness
any of various large keen-sighted diurnal birds of prey noted for their broad wings and strong soaring flight (golf) a score of two strokes under par on a hole a former gold coin in the United States worth 10 dollars an emblem representing power shoot two strokes under par shoot in two strokes under par
curl, wind, or twist together practice sophistry; change the meaning of or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive rolled longitudinally upon itself highly complex or intricate and occasionally devious
the act of having and controlling property anything owned or possessed being controlled by passion or the supernatural a mania restricted to one thing or idea a territory that is controlled by a ruling state the trait of resolutely controlling your own behavior (sport) the act of controlling the ball (or puck)
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showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others mentally quick and resourceful showing inventiveness and skill
(of a horse) having horseshoes with projecting nails to prevent slipping (of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering unjustly domineering
a large number or amount a United States unit of weight equivalent to 2000 pounds a British unit of weight equivalent to 2240 pounds
not widely known; especially valued for its uncommonness recurring only at long intervals not widely distributed having low density marked by an uncommon quality; especially superlative or extreme of its kind (of meat) cooked a short time; still red inside
the act of coercing someone into government service have an emotional or cognitive impact upon impress positively produce or try to produce a vivid impression of mark or stamp with or as if with pressure reproduce by printing take (someone) against his will for compulsory service, especially on board a ship dye (fabric) before it is spun
with resolute determination
usually brightly colored zygodactyl tropical birds with short hooked beaks and the ability to mimic sounds a copycat who does not understand the words or acts being imitated repeat mindlessly
any of various burrowing animals of the family Leporidae having long ears and short tails; some domesticated and raised for pets or food the fur of a rabbit flesh of any of various rabbits or hares (wild or domesticated) eaten as food hunt rabbits
an additional (usually a second) count; especially of the votes in a close election narrate or give a detailed account of count again
the male organ of copulation (`member' is a euphemism)
marked by eager anticipation in an advanced stage of pregnancy
an adult female person (as opposed to a man) a female person who plays a significant role (wife or mistress or girlfriend) in the life of a particular man a human female employed to do housework women as a class
the decade from 1980 to 1989
not straightforward or candid; giving a false appearance of frankness
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a blow from a flat object (as an open hand) the act of smacking something; a blow delivered with an open hand hit with something flat, like a paddle or the open hand
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a slow or gradual disappearance the act of becoming more distant pull back or move away or backward retreat become faint or more distant (of a hairline e.g.) moving slowly back
a seat for the rider of a horse or camel a pass or ridge that slopes gently between two peaks (is shaped like a saddle) cut of meat (especially mutton or lamb) consisting of part of the backbone and both loins a piece of leather across the instep of a shoe a seat for the rider of a bicycle posterior part of the back of a domestic fowl put a saddle on load or burden; encumber impose a task upon, assign a responsibility to
a person who is professionally engaged in the analysis and interpretation of works of art anyone who expresses a reasoned judgment of something someone who frequently finds fault or makes harsh and unfair judgments
someone unable to adapt to their circumstances
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at or in or to any place; (`anyplace' is used informally for `anywhere')
(photography) the act of assuming a certain position (as for a photograph or portrait) introduce assume a posture as for artistic purposes pretend to be someone you are not; sometimes with fraudulent intentions behave affectedly or unnaturally in order to impress others put into a certain place or abstract location be a mystery or bewildering to
the principles and methods of instruction the profession of a teacher the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill
the intended meaning of a communication the pervading meaning or tenor have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming propose or intend
accord or comport with
carry out or perform an action perform a function give a performance (of something) get (something) done
tastelessness by virtue of being cheap and vulgar a projective technique using black-and-white pictures; subjects tell a story about each picture make lacework by knotting or looping
poisonous perennial Old World vine having violet flowers and oval coral-red berries; widespread weed in North America twining shrub of North America having yellow capsules enclosing scarlet seeds tinged with sadness having a taste that is a mixture of bitterness and sweetness
mental turmoil an obstacle to attention an entertainment that provokes pleased interest and distracts you from worries and vexations the act of distracting; drawing someone's attention away from something
an inability to resist the gratification of whims and desires a disposition to yield to the wishes of someone the act of indulging or gratifying a desire foolish or senseless behavior the remission by the pope of the temporal punishment in purgatory that is still due for sins even after absolution
any of various dark heavy viscid substances obtained as a residue a man who serves as a sailor coat with tar
an earnest and sincere feeling the trait of being serious
a theatrical performance held during the daytime (especially in the afternoon)
a number of sheets of paper fastened together along one edge the large floating leaf of an aquatic plant (as the water lily) a block of absorbent material saturated with ink; used to transfer ink evenly to a rubber stamp a flat mass of soft material used for protection, stuffing, or comfort a platform from which rockets or space craft are launched temporary living quarters the fleshy cushion-like underside of an animal's foot or of a human's finger add details to walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud line or stuff with soft material add padding to
charge against a citizen's person or property or activity for the support of government levy a tax on set or determine the amount of (a payment such as a fine) use to the limit make a charge against or accuse
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someone who refuses to believe (as in a divinity)
feeling great rapture or delight
a slight amount or degree of difference
a wicked or evil person; someone who does evil deliberately the principal bad character in a film or work of fiction
an upward movement (especially a rhythmical rising and falling) breathing heavily (as after exertion) the act of lifting something with great effort throwing something heavy (with great effort) utter a sound, as with obvious effort throw with great effort rise and move, as in waves or billows lift or elevate move or cause to move in a specified way, direction, or position breathe noisily, as when one is exhausted bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat make an unsuccessful effort to vomit; strain to vomit
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a serialized set of programs a periodical that appears at scheduled times in regular succession without gaps pertaining to or composed in serial technique pertaining to or occurring in or producing a series of or relating to the sequential performance of multiple operations
title used for a married Frenchwoman
lacking courage; ignobly timid and faint-hearted
Eurasian plant cultivated for its seed and as a forage crop the act of despoiling a country in warfare the crime of forcing a woman to submit to sexual intercourse against her will force (someone) to have sex against their will destroy and strip of its possession
have confidence or faith in
term of address for a man a title used before the name of knight or baronet
the quality of being exotic
act in concert or unite in a common purpose or belief become one have or possess in combination be or become joined or united or linked bring together for a common purpose or action or ideology or in a shared situation join or combine characterized by unity; being or joined into a single entity of or relating to two people who are married to each other
a complex of concurrent things a pattern of symptoms indicative of some disease
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be seated be around, often idly or without specific purpose take a seat be in session assume a posture as for artistic purposes sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions be located or situated somewhere work or act as a baby-sitter; I have too much homework to do" show to a seat; assign a seat for serve in a specific professional capacity
a trite or obvious remark
tending to float on a liquid or rise in air or gas characterized by liveliness and lightheartedness
the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one a playing card or domino or die whose upward face shows six pips denoting a quantity consisting of six items or units
the quality of being unlike or dissimilar a variation that deviates from the standard or norm a disagreement or argument about something important a significant change the number that remains after subtraction; the number that when added to the subtrahend gives the minuend
the act of carrying something move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body have with oneself; have on one's person transmit or serve as the medium for transmission serve as a means for expressing something bear or be able to bear the weight, pressure,or responsibility of support or hold in a certain manner contain or hold; have within extend to a certain degree continue or extend be necessarily associated with or result in or involve win in an election include, as on a list behave in a certain manner have on hand include as the content; broadcast or publicize propel, "Carry the ball" pass on a communication have as an inherent or characteristic feature or have as a consequence be conveyed over a certain distance keep up with financial support have or possess something abstract be equipped with (a mast or sail) win approval or support for compensate for a weaker partner or member by one's own performance take further or advance have on the surface or on the skin capture after a fight transfer (entries) from one account book to another transfer (a number, cipher, or remainder) to the next column or unit's place before or after, in addition or multiplication pursue a line of scent or be a bearer bear (a crop) propel or give impetus to drink alcohol without showing ill effects be able to feed have a certain range cover a certain distance or advance beyond secure the passage or adoption (of bills and motions) be successful in sing or play against other voices or parts be pregnant with
a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling the prevailing psychological state verb inflections that express how the action or state is conceived by the speaker
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someone whose employment involves carrying something a self-propelled wheeled vehicle designed specifically to carry something a large warship that carries planes and has a long flat deck for takeoffs and landings an inactive substance that is a vehicle for a radioactive tracer of the same substance and that assists in its recovery after some chemical reaction a person or firm in the business of transporting people or goods or messages a radio wave that can be modulated in order to transmit a signal a man who delivers the mail a boy who delivers newspapers (medicine) a person (or animal) who has some pathogen to which he is immune but who can pass it on to others a rack attached to a vehicle; for carrying luggage or skis or the like (genetics) an organism that possesses a recessive gene whose effect is masked by a dominant allele; the associated trait is not apparent but can be passed on to offspring
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administer narcotics to inducing stupor or narcosis
in place of, or as an alternative to on the contrary; rather (or instead), he wrote her a letter"
make a strenuous or labored effort to exert strenuous effort against opposition climb awkwardly, as if by scrambling be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight
United States filmmaker who with his brothers founded the movie studio that produced the first talking picture (1881-1958) someone who gives a warning to others
an overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety sudden mass fear and anxiety over anticipated events be overcome by a sudden fear cause sudden fear in or fill with sudden panic
estrangement from god an act that is regarded by theologians as a transgression of God's will ratio of the length of the side opposite the given angle to the length of the hypotenuse of a right-angled triangle (Akkadian) god of the Moon; counterpart of Sumerian Nanna the 21st letter of the Hebrew alphabet violent and excited activity commit a sin; violate a law of God or a moral law commit a faux pas or a fault or make a serious mistake
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repeated regularly without thought or originality
be characteristic of clarify by giving an example of
(psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense the physical condition of being stretched or strained a balance between and interplay of opposing elements or tendencies (especially in art or literature) (physics) a stress that produces an elongation of an elastic physical body feelings of hostility that are not manifest the action of stretching something tight
a small figure of a person operated from above with strings by a puppeteer a person who is controlled by others and is used to perform unpleasant or dishonest tasks for someone else a doll with a hollow head of a person or animal and a cloth body; intended to fit over the hand and be manipulated with the fingers
be a mystery or bewildering to make mysterious of an obscure nature
characteristic of a mother relating to or derived from one's mother relating to or characteristic of or befitting a parent related on the mother's side
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give an exhibition of to an interested audience establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes march in protest; take part in a demonstration
thrust or throw into devote (oneself) fully to enclose or envelop completely, as if by swallowing cause to be immersed
consideration in dealing with others and avoiding giving offense
proceeding from natural feeling or impulse without external stimulus without forethought having the power of driving or impelling determined by chance or impulse or whim rather than by necessity or reason characterized by undue haste and lack of thought or deliberation; (`brainish' is archaic)
in an unpardonable manner or to an unpardonable degree
the state of being tense and feeling pain an uncomfortable feeling of mental painfulness or distress
cruel or inhumane treatment a rude expression intended to offend or hurt improper or excessive use treat badly change the inherent purpose or function of something use foul or abusive language towards use wrongly or improperly or excessively
a person who is a member of an ethnic group denoting or deriving from or distinctive of the ways of living built up by a group of people not acknowledging the God of Christianity and Judaism and Islam
weaken mentally or morally disturb the composure of causing debilitation
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producing distorted sensory perceptions and feelings or altered states of awareness or sometimes states resembling psychosis having the vivid colors and bizarre patterns associated with psychedelic states (of a mental state) characterized by intense and distorted perceptions and hallucinations and feelings of euphoria or sometimes despair
indicating a lack of maturity of or relating to infants or infancy being or befitting or characteristic of an infant
a small or moderate or token amount
ludicrous, foolish lacking seriousness; given to frivolity inspiring scornful pity dazed from or as if from repeated blows
(physics) electromagnetic radiation that can produce a visual sensation any device serving as a source of illumination a particular perspective or aspect of a situation the quality of being luminous; emitting or reflecting light an illuminated area a condition of spiritual awareness; divine illumination the visual effect of illumination on objects or scenes as created in pictures a person regarded very fondly having abundant light or illumination mental understanding as an enlightening experience merriment expressed by a brightness or gleam or animation of countenance public awareness a divine presence believed by Quakers to enlighten and guide the soul a visual warning signal a device for lighting or igniting fuel or charges or fires make lighter or brighter begin to smoke to come to rest, settle cause to start burning; subject to fire or great heat fall to somebody by assignment or lot alight from (a horse) of comparatively little physical weight or density (used of color) having a relatively small amount of coloring agent of the military or industry; using (or being) relatively small or light arms or equipment not great in degree or quantity or number psychologically light; especially free from sadness or troubles characterized by or emitting light (used of vowels or syllables) pronounced with little or no stress easily assimilated in the alimentary canal; not rich or heavily seasoned (used of soil) loose and large-grained in consistency (of sound or color) free from anything that dulls or dims moving easily and quickly; nimble demanding little effort; not burdensome of little intensity or power or force (physics, chemistry) not having atomic weight greater than average weak and likely to lose consciousness very thin and insubstantial marked by temperance in indulgence less than the correct or legal or full amount often deliberately so having little importance intended primarily as entertainment; not serious or profound silly or trivial designed for ease of movement or to carry little weight having relatively few calories (of sleep) easily disturbed casual and unrestrained in sexual behavior with few burdens
characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort taxing to the utmost; testing powers of endurance difficult to accomplish; demanding considerable mental effort and skill
make a break in destroy the peace or tranquility of interfere in someone else's activity terminate discontinued temporarily intermittently stopping and starting
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a chilly dampness the state of being crude and incomplete and imperfect a pain that is felt (as when the area is touched) lack of experience and the knowledge and understanding derived from experience
lower the grade of something; reduce its worth
(used as intensives reflecting the speaker's attitude) it is sincerely the case that in an honest manner
become bigger or greater in amount make bigger or more becoming greater or larger music
perform without preparation manage in a makeshift way; do with whatever is at hand done or made using whatever is available
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become destroyed by water, air, or a corrosive such as an acid cause to deteriorate due to the action of water, air, or an acid become coated with oxide having accumulated rust
the act of taking something from someone unlawfully
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express strong disapproval of; deplore belittle tending to diminish or disparage
a young unmarried woman
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lacking justification or authorization
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the feelings expressed on a person's face the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually physical appearance the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect have a certain outward or facial expression search or seek be oriented in a certain direction, often with respect to another reference point; be opposite to take charge of or deal with convey by one's expression look forward to the probable occurrence of accord in appearance with have faith or confidence in
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not restrained or controlled
beneath the surface of the water growing or remaining under water
the state of being weak in health or body (especially from old age) moral weakness
make more complicated make more complex, intricate, or richer
a tiny or scarcely detectable amount
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great merriment malicious satisfaction
a vessel that carries passengers or freight transport commercially hire for work on a ship go on board travel by ship place on board a ship
longing for something past
unhappy about being away and longing for familiar things or persons
present reasons and arguments have an argument about something give evidence of
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a person devoted to the contemplative life deeply or seriously thoughtful; 
pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives select as an alternative over another see fit or proper to act in a certain way; decide to act in a certain way
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the relation between propositions that cannot both be true at the same time the quality of being inconsistent and lacking a harmonious uniformity among things or parts
provide with a covering or cause to be covered form a cover over span an interval of distance, space or time provide for act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory travel across or pass over be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism hold within range of an aimed firearm to take an action to protect against future problems hide from view or knowledge protect or defend (a position in a game) maintain a check on; especially by patrolling protect by insurance make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities invest with a large or excessive amount of something help out by taking someone's place and temporarily assuming his responsibilities be sufficient to meet, defray, or offset the charge or cost of spread over a surface to conceal or protect cover as if with a shroud copulate with a female, used especially of horses put something on top of something else play a higher card than the one previously played be responsible for guarding an opponent in a game sit on (eggs) clothe, as if for protection from the elements overlaid or spread or topped with or enclosed within something; sometimes used as a combining form
leisure time away from work devoted to rest or pleasure a day on which work is suspended by law or custom spend or take a vacation
a large number of things or people considered together an informal body of friends cause to herd, drive, or crowd together fill or occupy to the point of overflowing to gather together in large numbers approach a certain age or speed
subject to refraction determine the refracting power of (a lens)
issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end have as a result or residue come about or follow as a consequence
a person who is not a serf or a slave
make a mess of, destroy or ruin walk unsteadily speak haltingly lacking physical movement skills, especially with the hands
a loud resonant repeating noise a serious accident (usually involving one or more vehicles) a sudden large decline of business or the prices of stocks (especially one that causes additional failures) the act of colliding with something (computer science) an event that causes a computer system to become inoperative fall or come down violently move with, or as if with, a crashing noise undergo damage or destruction on impact move violently as through a barrier break violently or noisily; smash;  occupy, usually uninvited make a sudden loud sound enter uninvited; informal cause to crash hurl or thrust violently undergo a sudden and severe downturn stop operating sleep in a convenient place
the property of being extremely abundant abundant wealth the property of a sensation that is rich and pleasing the quality of having high intrinsic value the property of producing abundantly and sustaining vigorous and luxuriant growth a strong deep vividness of hue splendid or imposing in size or appearance
having keenness and forcefulness and penetration in thought, expression, or intellect characterized by or full of force and vigor clearly or sharply defined to the mind
the act that results in something coming to be an attribute that must be met or complied with and that fits a person for something (usually plural) the components needed for making or doing something engage in give certain properties to something make or cause to be or to become cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally create or manufacture a man-made product make, formulate, or derive in the mind compel or make somebody or something to act in a certain way create by artistic means earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages create or design, often in a certain way to compose or represent:"This wall forms the background of the stage setting" reach a goal, e.g., "make the first team" be or be capable of being changed or made into make by shaping or bringing together constituents perform or carry out make by combining materials and parts change from one form into another act in a certain way so as to acquire charge with a function; charge to be achieve a point or goal reach a destination, either real or abstract institute, enact, or establish carry out or commit form by assembling individuals or constituents organize or be responsible for put in order or neaten head into a specified direction have a bowel movement undergo fabrication or creation be suitable for add up to amount to constitute the essence of appear to begin an activity proceed along a path reach in time gather and light the materials for prepare for eating by applying heat induce to have sex assure the success of represent fictitiously, as in a play, or pretend to be or act like consider as being calculate as being cause to be enjoyable or pleasurable favor the development of develop into behave in a certain way eliminate urine
an act that makes a previous act of no effect (as if not done) loosening the ties that fasten something; the untying is easy" cancel, annul, or reverse an action or its effect deprive of certain characteristics cause the ruin or downfall of cause to become loose remove the outer cover or wrapping of
the tangible substance that goes into the makeup of a physical object information (data or ideas or observations) that can be used or reworked into a finished form artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers things needed for doing or making something a person judged suitable for admission or employment concerned with worldly rather than spiritual interests derived from or composed of matter directly relevant to a matter especially a law case concerned with or affecting physical as distinct from intellectual or psychological well-being having material or physical form or substance having substance or capable of being treated as fact; not imaginary
Italian fashion designer (1946-1997)
express approval of present as worthy of regard, kindness, or confidence give to in charge express a good opinion of mention as by way of greeting or to indicate friendship
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a transient variation in voltage or current sports equipment consisting of a sharp point on the sole of a shoe worn by athletes fruiting spike of a cereal plant especially corn (botany) an indeterminate inflorescence bearing sessile flowers on an unbranched axis a sharp rise followed by a sharp decline a very high narrow heel on women's shoes each of the sharp points on the soles of athletic shoes to prevent slipping (or the shoes themselves) a sharp-pointed projection along the top of a fence or wall (or a dinosaur) a long, thin sharp-pointed implement (wood or metal) any holding device consisting of a rigid, sharp-pointed object a large stout nail stand in the way of pierce with a sharp stake or point secure with spikes bring forth a spike or spikes add alcohol to (beverages) manifest a sharp increase
a cherished desire a strong drive for success have as one's ambition
help develop, help grow bring up provide with nourishment
mercifulness as a consequence of being lenient or tolerant a disposition to yield to the wishes of someone lightening a penalty or excusing from a chore by judges or parents or teachers
run away quickly
(of persons) so unrefined as to be lacking in discrimination and sensibility
an intermediate platform in a staircase structure providing a place where boats can land people or goods the act of coming down to the earth (or other surface) the act of coming to land after a voyage reach or come to rest cause to come to the ground bring into a different state bring ashore deliver (a blow) arrive on shore shoot at and force to come down
everything that exists anywhere people in general; especially a distinctive group of people with some shared interest all of your experiences that determine how things appear to you the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on people in general considered as a whole a part of the earth that can be considered separately the concerns of this life as distinguished from heaven and the afterlife all of the living human inhabitants of the earth
withdraw from active service
the part of a garment that is attached at the armhole and that provides a cloth covering for the arm small case into which an object fits
lacking cordiality; unfriendly
showing intellectual penetration or emotional depth of the greatest intensity; complete far-reaching and thoroughgoing in effect especially on the nature of something coming from deep within one (of sleep) deep and complete situated at or extending to great depth; too deep to have been sounded or plumbed
prepare for publication or presentation by correcting, revising, or adapting supervise the publication of cut and assemble the components of cut or eliminate
look at with sentimentality or turn into an object of sentiment make (someone or something) sentimental or imbue with sentimental qualities act in a sentimental way or indulge in sentimental thoughts or expression
a ceremonial dinner party for many people something experienced with great delight a meal that is well prepared and greatly enjoyed an elaborate party (often outdoors) partake in a feast or banquet provide a feast or banquet for gratify
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a large and distinctive landmass (as India or Greenland) that is a distinct part of some continent
call upon in supplication; entreat make a solicitation or entreaty for something; request urgently or persistently ask to obtain free dodge, avoid answering, or take for granted
a short stout club used primarily by policemen male goat
the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation face and withstand with courage cause to slope sail to the windward of change under the action or influence of the weather towards the side exposed to wind
bowed stringed instrument that is the highest member of the violin family; this instrument has four strings and a hollow body and an unfretted fingerboard and is played with a bow avoid (one's assigned duties) commit fraud and steal from one's employer play the violin or fiddle play on a violin manipulate manually or in one's mind or imagination play around with or alter or falsify, usually secretively or dishonestly try to fix or mend
a device in which something (usually an animal) can be caught and penned drain consisting of a U-shaped section of drainpipe that holds liquid and so prevents a return flow of sewer gas something (often something deceptively attractive) that catches you unawares a device to hurl clay pigeons into the air for trapshooters the act of concealing yourself and lying in wait to attack by surprise informal terms for the mouth a light two-wheeled carriage a hazard on a golf course place in a confining or embarrassing position catch in or as if in a trap hold or catch as if in a trap to hold fast or prevent from moving
formal and explicit approval
a state of commotion and noise and confusion violent agitation the act of making a noisy disturbance
silky envelope spun by the larvae of many insects to protect pupas and by spiders to protect eggs retreat as if into a cocoon, as from an unfriendly environment wrap in or as if in a cocoon, as for protection
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a statute in draft before it becomes law an itemized statement of money owed for goods shipped or services rendered a piece of paper money (especially one issued by a central bank) the entertainment offered at a public presentation an advertisement (usually printed on a page or in a leaflet) intended for wide distribution a sign posted in a public place as an advertisement a list of particulars (as a playbill or bill of fare) a long-handled saw with a curved blade a brim that projects to the front to shade the eyes horny projecting mouth of a bird demand payment advertise especially by posters or placards publicize or announce by placards
liable to sudden unpredictable change having no fixed course likely to perform unpredictably; sometimes it would start and sometimes it wouldn't"
a revised statement
workplace for the teaching or practice of an art an apartment with a living space and a bathroom and a small kitchen workplace consisting of a room or building where movies or television shows or radio programs are produced and recorded
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moderately warm feeling or showing little interest or enthusiasm
give free rein to yield (to); give satisfaction to enjoy to excess treat with excessive indulgence
United States filmmaker (born in 1947)
make a logical or causal connection be relevant to give an account of be in a relationship with have or establish a relationship to being connected either logically or causally or by shared characteristics connected by kinship, common origin, or marriage
the first of the Old Testament patriarchs and the father of Isaac; according to Genesis, God promised to give Abraham's family (the Hebrews) the land of Canaan (the Promised Land); God tested Abraham by asking him to sacrifice his son
being eight more than eighty
being nine more than eighty
reciprocal action and reaction
being two more than eighty
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the cardinal number that is the product of ten and eight being ten more than seventy
being six more than eighty
being seven more than eighty
being four more than eighty
being five more than eighty
a collection of things sharing a common attribute a general concept that marks divisions or coordinations in a conceptual scheme
(often used with `pay') a formal expression of esteem (usually preceded by `in') a detail or point the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded) an attitude of admiration or esteem a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard behavior intended to please your parents a feeling of friendship and esteem courteous regard for people's feelings regard highly; think much of show respect towards
sensationalist journalism newspaper with half-size pages
full of trivial conversation
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a short mixed drink an appetizer served as a first course at a meal
tender, romantic, or nostalgic feeling or emotion a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
a wilderness at the edge of a settled area of a country an international boundary or the area (often fortified) immediately inside the boundary an undeveloped field of study; a topic inviting research and development
involving intelligence rather than emotions or instinct of or relating to the cerebrum or brain
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make into a whole or make part of a whole open (a place) to members of all races and ethnic groups become one; become integrated calculate the integral of; calculate by integration
noisy and boisterous revelry
a state of extreme confusion and disorder the formless and disordered state of matter before the creation of the cosmos (Greek mythology) the most ancient of gods; the personification of the infinity of space preceding creation of the universe (physics) a dynamical system that is extremely sensitive to its initial conditions
the ceremonial breaking of the ground to formally begin a construction project being or producing something like nothing done or experienced or created before
a journey taken for pleasure a day devoted to an outdoor social gathering to state openly and publicly one's homosexuality reveal (something) about somebody's identity or lifestyle be made known; be disclosed or revealed
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make flat or flatter become flat or flatter lower the pitch of (musical notes)
become bubbly or frothy or foaming make froth or foam and become bubbly exude or expel foam producing or covered with lathery sweat or saliva from exhaustion or disease
get lost, as without warning or explanation become invisible or unnoticeable cease to exist become less intense and fade away gradually
transmit (knowledge or skills) bestow a quality on transmit or serve as the medium for transmission
a cognitive state in which you act without self-awareness a navigational device that automatically keeps ships or planes or spacecraft on a steady course
not disposed to cheat or defraud; not deceptive or fraudulent worthy of being honored; entitled to honor and respect adhering to ethical and moral principles deserving of esteem and respect
an American who lives in the North (especially during the American Civil War) an American who lives in New England an American (especially to non-Americans) used by Southerners for an inhabitant of a northern state in the United States (especially a Union soldier)
the quality of being honest and straightforward in attitude and speech the trait of being blunt and outspoken
make into a whole or make part of a whole open (a place) to members of all races and ethnic groups become one; become integrated calculate the integral of; calculate by integration formed or united into a whole formed into a whole or introduced into another entity not segregated; designated as available to all races or groups resembling a living organism in organization or development
abandon hope; give up hope; lose heart arising from or marked by despair or loss of hope
in a magical manner
measure the depth of something weight with lead examine thoroughly and in great depth adjust with a plumb line so as to make vertical
dried out by heat or excessive exposure to sunlight baked or hardened by exposure to sunlight; not burned
cause to run move in large numbers pour out flow in a spurt supply in large amounts or quantities rain heavily
cornbread often made without milk or eggs and baked or fried (southern)
keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean" keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction supply with necessities and support state categorically have and exercise maintain for use and service maintain by writing regular records state or assert support against an opponent stick to correctly or closely
popular aquarium fish
extravagant and conspicuous behavior intended to attract attention to yourself the perverse act of exposing and attracting attention to your own genitals
overcome by superior force overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuli
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the English royal house (a branch of the Plantagenet line) that reigned from 1461 to 1485; its emblem was a white rose
an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals) opposition between two simultaneous but incompatible feelings a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war a state of opposition between persons or ideas or interests an incompatibility of dates or events opposition in a work of drama or fiction between characters or forces (especially an opposition that motivates the development of the plot) a disagreement or argument about something important be in conflict go against, as of rules and laws
Englishman and husband of Elizabeth II (born 1921)
fill with distaste cause aversion in; offend the moral sense of having a strong distaste from surfeit
a poor ability to understand or to profit from experience a stupid mistake
a craftsman who weaves cloth finch-like African and Asian colonial birds noted for their elaborately woven nests
restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken make amends for; pay compensation for move, travel, or proceed toward some place set straight or right give new life or energy to
a relatively flat highland
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pattern of weaving or structure of a fabric interlace by or as if by weaving create a piece of cloth by interlacing strands of fabric, such as wool or cotton sway to and fro to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course
a fertilizer that is derived from animal or vegetable matter relating or belonging to the class of chemical compounds having a carbon basis being or relating to or derived from or having properties characteristic of living organisms involving or affecting physiology or bodily organs of or relating to foodstuff grown or raised without synthetic fertilizers or pesticides or hormones simple and healthful and close to nature constitutional in the structure of something (especially your physical makeup)
United States songwriter noted for his protest songs (born in 1941) Celtic god of the waves; son of Arianrhod
a metric unit of weight equal to one thousandth of a kilogram a purine base found in DNA and RNA; pairs with cytosine one of the four nucleotides used in building DNA; all four nucleotides have a common phosphate group and a sugar (ribose) the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100 a unit of force equal to the force exerted by gravity; used to indicate the force to which a body is subjected when it is accelerated a unit of information equal to 1000 megabytes or 10^9 (1,000,000,000) bytes a unit of information equal to 1024 mebibytes or 2^30 (1,073,741,824) bytes (physics) the universal constant relating force to mass and distance in Newton's law of gravitation the 7th letter of the Roman alphabet
impart knowledge of some fact, state or affairs, or event to give character or essence to act as an informer
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the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.
coming next after the third and just before the fifth in position or time or degree or magnitude
the act of moving something from one location to another someone who transfers or is transferred from one position to another the act of transfering something from one form to another a ticket that allows a passenger to change conveyances application of a skill learned in one situation to a different but similar situation transferring ownership transfer somebody to a different position or location of work move from one place to another lift and reset in another soil or situation move around cause to change ownership change from one vehicle or transportation line to another send from one person or place to another shift the position or location of, as for business, legal, educational, or military purposes transfer from one place or period to another
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result from this place from this time
to grip, cut off, or tear with or as if with the teeth or jaws cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort penetrate or cut, as with a knife deliver a sting to capable of wounding causing a sharply painful or stinging sensation; used especially of cold
a printed note placed below the text on a printed page add explanatory notes to or supply with critical comments
fasten with tacks turn into the wind create by putting components or members together sew together loosely, with large stitches fix to; attach reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action)
the quality of being unclear or abstruse and hard to understand an obscure and unimportant standing; not well known the state of being indistinct or indefinite for lack of adequate illumination
unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly') in a simple manner; without extravagance or embellishment
very unpleasant extremely evil or cruel; expressive of cruelty or befitting hell
an arrangement of flowers that is usually given as a present a pleasingly sweet olfactory property
covering a wide range in a haphazard way
an irritating cutaneous sensation that produces a desire to scratch scrape or rub as if to relieve itching have or perceive an itch cause to perceive an itch have a strong desire or urge to do something
a bleak and desolate atmosphere
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the repetition of a sound resulting from reflection of the sound waves (Greek mythology) a nymph who was spurned by Narcissus and pined away until only her voice remained a reply that repeats what has just been said a reflected television or radio or radar beam a close parallel of a feeling, idea, style, etc. an imitation or repetition to say again or imitate ring or echo with sound call to mind
in an intuitive manner
lacking zest or vivacity marked by low spirits; showing no enthusiasm
filled with steam or emitting moisture in the form of vapor or mist hot or warm and humid feeling great sexual desire
a trial period during which your character and abilities are tested to see whether you are suitable for work or for membership a trial period during which an offender has time to redeem himself or herself (law) a way of dealing with offenders without imprisoning them; a defendant found guilty of a crime is released by the court without imprisonment subject to conditions imposed by the court
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of notice or perceive make or write a comment on express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with being perceived or observed
the final stages of an extended process of negotiation the final stages of a chess game after most of the pieces have been removed from the board
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with laughter; while laughing
(military) the part of the line of battle that projects closest to the enemy having a quality that thrusts itself into attention (of angles) pointing outward at an angle of less than 180 degrees represented as leaping (rampant but leaning forward)
decree or designate beforehand design or destine
an unknown and unexplored region anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found a variable whose values are solutions of an equation not known being or having an unknown or unnamed source not known to exist not famous or acclaimed not known before
make keen or more acute sharpen by rubbing, as on a whetstone
distinctive manner of oral expression special importance or significance the usage or vocabulary that is characteristic of a specific group of people the relative prominence of a syllable or musical note (especially with regard to stress or pitch) a diacritical mark used to indicate stress or placed above a vowel to indicate a special pronunciation to stress, single out as important put stress on; utter with an accent
position eight in a countable series of things one part in eight equal parts coming next after the seventh and just before the ninth in position
(military) withdrawal of troops to a more favorable position to escape the enemy's superior forces or after a defeat a place of privacy; a place affording peace and quiet (military) a signal to begin a withdrawal from a dangerous position (military) a bugle call signaling the lowering of the flag at sunset an area where you can be alone withdrawal for prayer and study and meditation the act of withdrawing or going backward (especially to escape something hazardous or unpleasant) pull back or move away or backward move away, as for privacy move back make a retreat from an earlier commitment or activity
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witty remark a military action in which besieged troops burst forth from their position a venture off the beaten path
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a onetime custom during courtship of unmarried couples occupying the same bed without undressing the act of binding something into a bundle the act of shoving hastily make into a bundle gather or cause to gather into a cluster compress into a wad sleep fully clothed in the same bed with one's betrothed
that which is below standard or expectations as of ethics or decency used of the degree of something undesirable e.g. pain or weather an attribute of mischievous children
very suddenly and to a great degree abruptly; in a precipitous manner
a painful sore with a hard core filled with pus the temperature at which a liquid boils at sea level come to the boiling point and change from a liquid to vapor immerse or be immersed in a boiling liquid, often for cooking purposes bring to, or maintain at, the boiling point be agitated be in an agitated emotional state
interpret in the wrong way wrongly understood
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ammunition consisting of a cylindrical metal casing containing an explosive charge and a projectile; fired from a large gun the material that forms the hard outer covering of many animals hard outer covering or case of certain organisms such as arthropods and turtles the hard usually fibrous outer layer of some fruits especially nuts the exterior covering of a bird's egg a rigid covering that envelops an object a very light narrow racing boat the housing or outer covering of something a metal sheathing of uniform thickness (such as the shield attached to an artillery piece to protect the gunners) the hard largely calcareous covering of a mollusc or a brachiopod use explosives on create by using explosives fall out of the pod or husk hit the pitches of hard and regularly look for and collect shells by the seashore come out better in a competition, race, or conflict remove from its shell or outer covering remove the husks from
give off reflect brightly emit or reflect light in a flickering manner physics: fluoresce momentarily when struck by a charged particle or high-energy photon be lively or brilliant or exhibit virtuosity brilliantly clever marked by high spirits or excitement having brief brilliant points or flashes of light
continuing forever or indefinitely uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing
a tale circulated by word of mouth among the common folk
a support that consists of a horizontal surface for holding objects a projecting ridge on a mountain or submerged under water
people who are destined to die soon decree or designate beforehand pronounce a sentence on (somebody) in a court of law make certain of the failure or destruction of marked for certain death in danger of the eternal punishment of Hell marked by or promising bad fortune (usually followed by `to') determined by tragic fate
a stretch of shallow water make shallow become shallow lacking physical depth; having little spatial extension downward or inward from an outer surface or backward or outward from a center not deep or strong; not affecting one deeply lacking depth of intellect or knowledge; concerned only with what is obvious
a motor vehicle with two wheels and a strong frame ride a motorcycle
a calm, lengthy, intent consideration reflect deeply on a subject
things considered to be worth collecting (not necessarily valuable or antique) subject to or requiring payment especially as specified
a small flat rectangular piece of glass on which specimens can be mounted for microscopic study (geology) the descent of a large mass of earth or rocks or snow etc. (music) rapid sliding up or down the musical scale plaything consisting of a sloping chute down which children can slide the act of moving smoothly along a surface while remaining in contact with it a transparency mounted in a frame; viewed with a slide projector sloping channel through which things can descend move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner to pass or move unobtrusively or smoothly move smoothly along a surface
a unit of electrical power in an AC circuit equal to the power dissipated when 1 volt produces a current of 1 ampere
(usually preceded by `in') a detail or point paying particular notice (as to children or helpless people) (usually plural) a polite expression of desire for someone's welfare a long fixed look the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded) a feeling of friendship and esteem an attitude of admiration or esteem deem to be look at attentively connect closely and often incriminatingly
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reproduce someone's behavior or looks create a representation or model of make a pretence of
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an organization founded and united for a specific purpose an establishment consisting of a building or complex of buildings where an organization for the promotion of some cause is situated a custom that for a long time has been an important feature of some group or society the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new a hospital for mentally incompetent or unbalanced person
recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection keep in mind for attention or consideration recapture the past; indulge in memories show appreciation to mention favorably, as in prayer mention as by way of greeting or to indicate friendship exercise, or have the power of, memory call to remembrance; keep alive the memory of someone or something, as in a ceremony
present at birth but not necessarily hereditary; acquired during fetal development
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articles of commerce
tie or link together spin,wind, or twist together
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causing disapproval or protest liable to objection or debate; used of something one might take exception to
a state of separation between persons or groups a feeling of being disliked and alone the act of isolating something; setting something apart from others (psychiatry) a defense mechanism in which memory of an unacceptable act or impulse is separated from the emotion originally associated with it a country's withdrawal from international politics
caused by infection or capable of causing infection easily spread; children catch it from their elders"- Bertrand Russell of or relating to infection
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call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) stop sleeping summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic cause to be alert and energetic cause to become awake or conscious to begin moving, "As the thunder started the sleeping children began to stir" stimulate sexually
stick of wax with a wick in the middle the basic unit of luminous intensity adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites; equal to 1/60 of the luminous intensity per square centimeter of a black body radiating at the temperature of 2,046 degrees Kelvin examine eggs for freshness by holding them against a light
face with defiance or impudence unrestrained by convention or propriety made of or resembling brass (as in color or hardness)
not clearly defined or easy to perceive or understand
covered with a layer of dust lacking originality or spontaneity; no longer new
part of a dress above the waist
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an extended area of land a system of body parts that together serve some particular purpose a brief treatise on a subject of interest; published in the form of a booklet a bundle of myelinated nerve fibers following a path through the brain
with respect to the outside in outward appearance
precisely and clearly expressed or readily observable; leaving nothing to implication in accordance with fact or the primary meaning of a term
to extremes from on board a vessel into the water
a juvenile between the onset of puberty and maturity
capable of being used again
a sudden minor shock or meaningless interruption a radar echo displayed so as to show the position of a reflecting surface
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not genuine or real; being an imitation of the genuine article; it's real synthetic fur"
the state of being disregarded or forgotten an imaginary place for lost or neglected things (theology) in Roman Catholicism, the place of unbaptized but innocent or righteous souls (such as infants and virtuous individuals)
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a member of a Catholic church of or relating to or supporting Catholicism free from provincial prejudices or attachments
filled with fear or apprehension filled with regret or concern; used often to soften an unpleasant statement feeling worry or concern or insecurity having feelings of aversion or unwillingness
the space between two lines or planes that intersect; the inclination of one line to another; measured in degrees or radians a biased way of looking at or presenting something a member of a Germanic people who conquered England and merged with the Saxons and Jutes to become Anglo-Saxons move or proceed at an angle to incline or bend from a vertical position seek indirectly fish with a hook present with a bias
a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution the contractile aperture in the center of the iris of the eye; resembles a large black dot a young person attending school (up through senior high school)
a native or inhabitant of Russia the Slavic language that is the official language of Russia
correct or appropriate behavior
elaborately or excessively ornamented inclined to a healthy reddish color often associated with outdoor life
the process of seeping pass gradually or leak through or as if through small openings release (a liquid) in drops or small quantities leaking out slowly
an administrative unit of government a business that serves other businesses the state of being in action or exerting power the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent how a result is obtained or an end is achieved
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grow and send out branches or branch-like structures divide into two or more branches so as to form a fork resembling a fork; divided or separated into two branches having branches
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arouse hostility or indifference in where there had formerly been love, affection, or friendliness transfer property or ownership make withdrawn or isolated or emotionally dissociated causing hostility or loss of friendliness
a form of sexual desire in which gratification depends to an abnormal degree on some object or item of clothing or part of the body a charm superstitiously believed to embody magical powers excessive or irrational devotion to some activity
done by design habitually disposed to disobedience and opposition
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to an unbearable degree
throw a glance at; take a brief look at hit at an angle
irregular or uneven in quality, texture, etc.
the act of flipping a coin (sports) the act of throwing the ball to another member of your team an abrupt movement throw or toss with a light motion lightly throw to see which side comes up throw carelessly move or stir about violently throw or cast away agitate
a loud resonant repeating noise a state of conflict between persons a state of conflict between colors a minor short-term fight crash together with violent impact be incompatible; be or come into conflict disagree violently
a low-lying region in central France an area that is approximately central within some larger region a point equidistant from the ends of a line or the extremities of a figure a place where some particular activity is concentrated the sweet central portion of a piece of candy that is enclosed in chocolate or some other covering the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience the object upon which interest and attention focuses a cluster of nerve cells governing a specific bodily process a building dedicated to a particular activity move into the center direct one's attention on something
act of working jointly act of cooperating traitorously with an enemy that is occupying your country
a United Nations agency to coordinate international health activities and to help governments improve health services
cause to feel resentment or indignation act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises strike with disgust or revulsion hurt the feelings of
a formal ball held for a school class toward the end of the academic year a public area set aside as a pedestrian walk a square dance figure; couples march counterclockwise in a circle a march of all the guests at the opening of a formal dance a leisurely walk (usually in some public place) march in a procession take a leisurely walk
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a sudden sharp noise the act of cracking something the process whereby heavy molecules of naphtha or petroleum are broken down into hydrocarbons of lower molecular weight (especially in the oil-refining process) become fractured; break or crack on the surface only make a very sharp explosive sound make a sharp sound hit forcefully; deal a hard blow, making a cracking noise pass through (a barrier) break partially but keep its integrity break suddenly and abruptly, as under tension gain unauthorized access computers with malicious intentions suffer a nervous breakdown tell spontaneously cause to become cracked reduce (petroleum) to a simpler compound by cracking break into simpler molecules by means of heat very good
a presentation to the mind in the form of an idea or image a creation that is a visual or tangible rendering of someone or something the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent a body of legislators that serve in behalf of some constituency a factual statement made by one party in order to induce another party to enter into a contract a performance of a play a statement of facts and reasons made in appealing or protesting the right of being represented by delegates who have a voice in some legislative body an activity that stands as an equivalent of something or results in an equivalent
turn up, loosen, or remove earth
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a collection of things sharing a common attribute a body of students who are taught together people having the same social, economic, or educational status education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings a league ranked by quality a body of students who graduate together (biology) a taxonomic group containing one or more orders elegance in dress or behavior arrange or order by classes or categories
pathetically lacking in force or effectiveness disabled in the feet or legs
a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear
taking place within the mind and modified by individual bias of a mental act performed entirely within the mind
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refresh one's memory make (to feel) fresh become or make oneself fresh again make fresh again imparting vitality and energy pleasantly new or different
bad; unfortunate of very poor quality or condition bringing or deserving severe rebuke or censure
experiencing or showing sorrow or unhappiness of things that make you feel sad bad; unfortunate
issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end
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perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect have a certain outward or facial expression search or seek be oriented in a certain direction, often with respect to another reference point; be opposite to take charge of or deal with convey by one's expression look forward to the probable occurrence of accord in appearance with have faith or confidence in
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hide under a false appearance cover as if with clothing cover with or as if with a cloak having its true character concealed with the intent of misleading covered with or as if with clothes or a wrap or cloak
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of persons; marked by failure to realize full potentialities
devoid of intelligence
a quantity that is added the advantageous quality of being beneficial the amount of increase in signal power or voltage or current expressed as the ratio of output to input the amount by which the revenue of a business exceeds its cost of operating obtain win something through one's efforts derive a benefit from reach a destination, either real or abstract obtain advantages, such as points, etc. rise in rate or price increase or develop earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages increase (one's body weight)
a literary work based on the imagination and not necessarily on fact a deliberately false or improbable account
without a doubt
grow bald; lose hair on one's head getting bald
the representation of what is perceived; basic component in the formation of a concept a way of conceiving something the process of perceiving knowledge gained by perceiving becoming aware of something via the senses
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another a risk involving danger a measure of how likely it is that some event will occur; a number expressing the ratio of favorable cases to the whole number of cases possible the possibility of future success be the case by chance take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome come upon, as if by accident; meet with
of or relating to elections relating to or composed of electors
be in accord; be in agreement consent or assent to a condition, or agree to do something be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics go together show grammatical agreement be agreeable or suitable achieve harmony of opinion, feeling, or purpose united by being of the same opinion
a pleasing entertainer
in an artful manner in a disingenuous manner in an artful manner
duration of service the property of being long-lived
restricted to something
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a notebook containing descriptions and diagrams of the plays that a team has practiced (especially an American football team) a book containing the scripts of one or more dramatic plays a scheme or set of strategies for conducting a business campaign or a political campaign
articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise express audibly; utter sounds (not necessarily words) express in speech put into circulation without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers complete
an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight) an anxious feeling a feeling of profound respect for someone or something be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event be afraid or scared of; be frightened of be sorry; used to introduce an unpleasant statement be uneasy or apprehensive about regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of
devoid of or deficient in light or brightness; shadowed or black (used of color) having a dark hue brunet (used of hair or skin or eyes) stemming from evil characteristics or forces; wicked or dishonorable secret showing a brooding ill humor lacking enlightenment or knowledge or culture marked by difficulty of style or expression causing dejection having skin rich in melanin pigments not giving performances; closed
a notable achievement
a discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal the formal presentation of a stated proposition and the opposition to it (usually followed by a vote) argue with one another think about carefully; weigh discuss the pros and cons of an issue have an argument about something
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make a film or photograph of something record in film recorded on film; made into a movie
the quantity that can be held in a mug a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of the human face (`kisser' and `smiler' and `mug' are informal terms for `face' and `phiz' is British) with handle and usually cylindrical rob at gunpoint or with the threat of violence
representing what is real; not abstract or ideal
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take hold of; grab hold firmly, usually with one's hands affect
bed linen consisting of a cover for a pillow
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give something useful or necessary to provide or equip with furniture provided with whatever is necessary for a purpose (as furniture or equipment or authority)
secretly importing prohibited goods or goods on which duty is due import or export without paying customs duties
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pertaining to a process or series of actions for achieving a result fit or ready for use or service (military) of or intended for or involved in military operations being in effect or operation
any new growth of a plant such as a new branch or a bud a newly grown bud (especially from a germinating seed) produce buds, branches, or germinate put forth and grow sprouts or shoots
the environmental condition the area in which something exists or lives extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle envelop completely surround so as to force to give up surround with a wall in order to fortify
make a film or photograph of something record in film
the quality of being amoral
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inhabit or live in; be an inhabitant of be present in exist or be situated within
public transport consisting of a bus or train that stops at all stations or stops anesthetic that numbs a particular area of the body relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area of or belonging to or characteristic of a particular locality or neighborhood affecting only a restricted part or area of the body
angered at something unjust or wrong
revolve quickly and repeatedly around one's own axis stream in jets, of liquids cause to spin make up a story form a web by making a thread work natural fibers into a thread twist and turn so as to give an intended interpretation prolong or extend
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a hexahedron with six equal squares as faces a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides the product of three equal terms any of several tropical American woody plants of the genus Lonchocarpus whose roots are used locally as a fish poison and commercially as a source of rotenone a block in the (approximate) shape of a cube raise to the third power cut into cubes
fall down, as if collapsing cause to topple or tumble by pushing
a thin layer covering the surface of a liquid reading or glancing through quickly travel on the surface of water move or pass swiftly and lightly over the surface of examine hastily cause to skip over a surface coat (a liquid) with a layer remove from the surface read superficially
the act of observing; taking a patient look look attentively follow with the eyes or the mind see or watch observe with attention be vigilant, be on the lookout or be careful observe or determine by looking find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort
12 o'clock at night; the middle of the night
reflex erection of hairs of the skin in response to cold or emotional stress or skin irritation
the savage and excessive killing of many people kill a large number of people indiscriminately
a painting produced with watercolors a water-base paint (with water-soluble pigments); used by artists water-soluble pigment the art or technique of painting with watercolors paint with watercolors
physical discomfort (as mild sickness or depression)
the words that are spoken the text of a popular song or musical-comedy number language that is spoken or written an angry dispute words making up the dialogue of a play a unit of language that native speakers can identify a brief statement information about recent and important events a verbal command for action an exchange of views on some topic a promise a word is a string of bits stored in computer memory the divine word of God; the second person in the Trinity (incarnate in Jesus) a secret word or phrase known only to a restricted group the sacred writings of the Christian religions put into words or an expression
engage in the trade of
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Czech novelist who wrote in German about a nightmarish world of isolated and troubled individuals (1883-1924)
strips of potato fried in deep fat a small fragment of something broken off from the whole a triangular wooden float attached to the end of a log line a piece of dried bovine dung a thin crisp slice of potato fried in deep fat a mark left after a small piece has been chopped or broken off of something a small disk-shaped counter used to represent money when gambling electronic equipment consisting of a small crystal of a silicon semiconductor fabricated to carry out a number of electronic functions in an integrated circuit (golf) a low running approach shot the act of chipping something break off (a piece from a whole) cut a nick into play a chip shot form by chipping break a small piece off from
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formerly the restricted quarter of many European cities in which Jews were required to live any segregated mode of living or working that results from bias or stereotyping a poor densely populated city district occupied by a minority ethnic group linked together by economic hardship and social restrictions
an angular shape characterized by sharp turns in alternating directions
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have an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical bring to an end or halt be the end of; be the last or concluding part of put an end to having come or been brought to a conclusion
a Greek disciple and helper of Saint Paul Emperor of Rome; son of Vespasian (39-81) a New Testament book containing Saint Paul's epistle to Titus; contains advice on pastoral matters
a person who is married take in marriage perform a marriage ceremony joined in matrimony of or relating to the state of marriage
an affluent person; a person who is financially well off a branch that flows into the main stream having an abundant supply of money or possessions of value
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coming next after the fourteenth and just before the sixteenth in position
establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort learn or discover with certainty
the state of being split or cleft the breaking of a chemical bond in a molecule resulting in smaller molecules (embryology) the repeated division of a fertilised ovum the line formed by a groove between two parts (especially the separation between a woman's breasts) the act of cleaving or splitting
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compete for something; engage in a contest; measure oneself against others
take in marriage perform a marriage ceremony
all the people living at the same time or of approximately the same age group of genetically related organisms constituting a single step in the line of descent the normal time between successive generations a stage of technological development or innovation a coming into being the production of heat or electricity the act of producing offspring or multiplying by such production
a way of regarding situations or topics etc. the visual percept of a region the act of looking or seeing or observing the range of the eye a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty a message expressing a belief about something; the expression of a belief that is held with confidence but not substantiated by positive knowledge or proof purpose; the phrase `with a view to' means `with the intention of' or `for the purpose of' graphic art consisting of the graphic or photographic representation of a visual percept the range of interest or activity that can be anticipated outward appearance deem to be look at carefully; study mentally see or watch
the 2nd smallest continent (actually a vast peninsula of Eurasia); the British use `Europe' to refer to all of the continent except the British Isles an international organization of European countries formed after World War II to reduce trade barriers and increase cooperation among its members the nations of the European continent collectively
required activity anything indispensable something that is required in advance
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state of disgrace or loss of self-respect strong feelings of embarrassment an instance in which you are caused to lose your prestige or self-respect depriving one of self-esteem
come into the possession of something concrete or abstract take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) locate (a moving entity) by means of a tracking system such as radar win something through one's efforts gain knowledge or skills gain through experience gotten through environmental forces
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exceedingly; extremely
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any admirable quality or attribute the quality of being deserving (e.g., deserving assistance) be worthy or deserving
in an unfair manner
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of or relating to confrontation
softly bright or radiant
make into a sandwich insert or squeeze tightly between two people or objects
a person who closes something (baseball) a relief pitcher who can protect a lead in the last inning or two of the game at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other close in relevance or relationship not far distant in time or space or degree or circumstances rigorously attentive; strict and thorough marked by fidelity to an original (of a contest or contestants) evenly matched crowded lacking fresh air of textiles strictly confined or guarded confined to specific persons fitting closely but comfortably used of hair or haircuts giving or spending with reluctance inclined to secrecy or reticence about divulging information (comparative of `near' or `close') within a shorter distance
the temporal end; the concluding time the last section of a communication the concluding part of any performance move so that an opening or passage is obstructed; make shut become closed cease to operate or cause to cease operating finish or terminate (meetings, speeches, etc.) come to a close complete a business deal, negotiation, or an agreement be priced or listed when trading stops engage at close quarters cause a window or an application to disappear on a computer desktop change one's body stance so that the forward shoulder and foot are closer to the intended point of impact come together, as if in an embrace draw near bring together all the elements or parts of bar access to fill or stop up unite or bring into contact or bring together the edges of finish a game in baseball by protecting a lead
United States actor and filmmaker (1915-1985) come up, as of a liquid
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broadcast via television
a small room (or recess) or cabinet used for storage space a toilet in Britain a tall piece of furniture that provides storage space for clothes; has a door and rails or hooks for hanging clothes a small private room for study or prayer confine to a small space, as for intensive work
as can be shown by argument
lengthen and slow down or draw out
hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of treat cruelly
ground meat formed into a ball and fried or simmered in broth
a joke that seems extremely funny monkey of tropical South American forests having a loud howling cry a glaring blunder
of surpassing excellence surpassingly good
someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality unusual mental ability someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field exceptional creative ability a natural talent
in a scathing and unsparing manner
the act of designating or identifying something evidence of identity; something that identifies a person or thing the condition of having the identity (of a person or object) established the process of recognizing something or someone by remembering the attribution to yourself (consciously or unconsciously) of the characteristics of another person (or group of persons)
the decade from 1950 to 1959 the time of life between 50 and 60 the cardinal number that is the product of ten and five a United States bill worth 50 dollars
move so that an opening or passage is obstructed; make shut become closed cease to operate or cause to cease operating finish or terminate (meetings, speeches, etc.) come to a close complete a business deal, negotiation, or an agreement be priced or listed when trading stops engage at close quarters cause a window or an application to disappear on a computer desktop change one's body stance so that the forward shoulder and foot are closer to the intended point of impact come together, as if in an embrace draw near bring together all the elements or parts of bar access to fill or stop up unite or bring into contact or bring together the edges of finish a game in baseball by protecting a lead not open or affording passage or access (set theory) of an interval that contains both its endpoints not open used especially of mouth or eyes requiring union membership with shutters closed not open to the general public not having an open mind blocked against entry
a dark oil consisting mainly of hydrocarbons not carefully or expertly made conspicuously and tastelessly indecent not refined or processed belonging to an early stage of technical development; characterized by simplicity and (often) crudeness devoid of any qualifications or disguise or adornment not processed or subjected to analysis
a performance of a musical composition or a dramatic role etc. an explanation of something that is not immediately obvious handing over prisoners to countries where torture is allowed the act of interpreting something as expressed in an artistic performance
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hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of treat cruelly disappointingly unsuccessful
obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction make illegal payments to in exchange for favors or influence be worth or be capable of buying acquire by trade or sacrifice or exchange accept as true
a final climactic stage (astronomy) a heavenly body's highest celestial point above an observer's horizon the decisive moment in a novel or play a concluding action
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deriving pleasure or sexual gratification from being abused or dominated
the quality of being able to perform; a quality that permits or facilitates achievement or accomplishment possession of the qualities (especially mental qualities) required to do something or get something done
an open or empty space in or between things a ceremony accompanying the start of some enterprise becoming open or being made open the first performance (as of a theatrical production) the act of opening something opportunity especially for employment or promotion the initial part of the introduction a possible alternative an aperture or hole that opens into a bodily cavity a vacant or unobstructed space that is man-made an entrance equipped with a hatch; especially a passageway between decks of a ship a recognized sequence of moves at the beginning of a game of chess the first of a series of actions cause to open or to become open start to operate or function or cause to start operating or functioning become open begin or set in action, of meetings, speeches, recitals, etc. spread out or open from a closed or folded state make available become available have an opening or passage or outlet make the opening move afford access to display the contents of a file or start an application as on a computer first or beginning
in a horrifying manner
the emotion of great happiness something or someone that provides a source of happiness feel happiness or joy make glad or happy
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the shame you feel when your inadequacy or guilt is made public the state of being embarrassed (usually by some financial inadequacy) some event that causes someone to be embarrassed extreme excess
the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money a specific piece of work required to be done as a duty or for a specific fee a workplace; as in the expression "on the job";  an object worked on; a result produced by working the responsibility to do something the performance of a piece of work a damaging piece of work a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved a Jewish hero in the Old Testament who maintained his faith in God in spite of afflictions that tested him any long-suffering person who withstands affliction without despairing (computer science) a program application that may consist of several steps but is a single logical unit a book in the Old Testament containing Job's pleas to God about his afflictions and God's reply a crime (especially a robbery) profit privately from public office and official business arranged for contracted work to be done by others work occasionally invest at a risk
any of various primates with short tails or no tail at all someone who copies the words or behavior of another person who resembles a nonhuman primate imitate uncritically and in every aspect represent in or produce a caricature of
a proposal intended to explain certain facts or observations a tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence
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(usually plural) valuables taken by violence (especially in war) the act of spoiling something by causing damage to it the act of stripping and taking by force make a mess of, destroy or ruin become unfit for consumption or use alter from the original treat with excessive indulgence hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of have a strong desire or urge to do something destroy and strip of its possession make imperfect
question or examine thoroughly and closely examine physically with or as if with a probe diligent and thorough in inquiry or investigation
someone who abuses
the commercial exploitation of sex or sexuality or explicit sexual material
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United States meat-packer who began the use of refrigerated railroad cars (1839-1903) an English satirist born in Ireland (1667-1745) a small bird that resembles a swallow and is noted for its rapid flight common western lizard; seen on logs or rocks moving very fast
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an authoritative direction or instruction to do something a military unit or region under the control of a single officer the power or authority to command availability for use a position of highest authority great skillfulness and knowledge of some subject or activity (computer science) a line of code written as part of a computer program be in command of make someone do something demand as one's due look down on exercise authoritative control or power over
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vulgar or irreverent speech or action
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an advertisement (usually printed on a page or in a leaflet) intended for wide distribution a speech of violent denunciation all of the armament that is fired from one side of a warship the whole side of a vessel from stem to stern the simultaneous firing of all the armament on one side of a warship collide with the broad side of toward a full side with a side facing an object
with valor; in a valiant manner
a child who attends a preschool or kindergarten
the month following March and preceding May
a relatively small granular particle of a substance foodstuff prepared from the starchy grains of cereal grasses the side of leather from which the hair has been removed a weight unit used for pearls or diamonds: 50 mg or 1/4 carat 1/60 dram; equals an avoirdupois grain or 64.799 milligrams 1/7000 pound; equals a troy grain or 64.799 milligrams dry seed-like fruit produced by the cereal grasses: e.g. wheat, barley, Indian corn a cereal grass the smallest possible unit of anything the direction, texture, or pattern of fibers found in wood or leather or stone or in a woven fabric the physical composition of something (especially with respect to the size and shape of the small constituents of a substance) thoroughly work in paint (a surface) to make it look like stone or wood form into grains become granular
a male religious living in a cloister and devoting himself to contemplation and prayer and work of communal life sequestered from the world under religious vows
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a borough of New York City
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a tiny or scarcely detectable amount the 9th letter of the Greek alphabet
with safety; in a safe manner
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not convincing having a probability too low to inspire belief
unbearable physical pain extreme mental distress intense feelings of suffering; acute mental or physical pain a feeling of intense annoyance caused by being tormented a severe affliction the act of harassing someone torment emotionally or mentally treat cruelly subject to torture
poorly stated or described not clear to the mind not easily deciphered
in an uncontrolled and rampant manner
an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure anything that suggests a wall in structure or function or effect (anatomy) a layer (a lining or membrane) that encloses a structure a difficult or awkward situation a vertical (or almost vertical) smooth rock face (as of a cave or mountain) a layer of material that encloses space a masonry fence (as around an estate or garden) an embankment built around a space for defensive purposes surround with a wall in order to fortify
come into rough contact with while moving push roughly press or force
coordinate in such a way that all parts work together effectively hold in a locking position become engaged or intermeshed with one another
the totality of surrounding conditions the area in which something exists or lives
the act of traveling by foot (baseball) an advance to first base by a batter who receives four balls manner of walking the act of walking somewhere a path set aside for walking a slow gait of a horse in which two feet are always on the ground careers in general use one's feet to advance; advance by steps accompany or escort obtain a base on balls traverse or cover by walking give a base on balls to live or behave in a specified manner be or act in association with walk at a pace make walk take a walk; go for a walk; walk for pleasure
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the property of being suitable for singing unrestrained and exaggerated enthusiasm
characteristic of or devoted to the temporal world as opposed to the spiritual world very sophisticated especially because of surfeit; versed in the ways of the world
serial arrangement in which things follow in logical order or a recurrent pattern a following of one thing after another in time film consisting of a succession of related shots that develop a given subject in a movie the action of following in order several repetitions of a melodic phrase in different keys arrange in a sequence determine the order of constituents in
a set of data arranged in rows and columns a piece of furniture having a smooth flat top that is usually supported by one or more vertical legs a piece of furniture with tableware for a meal laid out on it flat tableland with steep edges a company of people assembled at a table for a meal or game food or meals in general hold back to a later time arrange or enter in tabular form
a scientist who devotes himself to doing research someone who investigates a police officer who investigates crimes
a showy gesture an ornamental embellishment in writing a display of ornamental speech or language the act of waving (music) a short lively tune played on brass instruments grow vigorously make steady progress; be at the high point in one's career or reach a high point in historical significance or importance move or swing back and forth
emotions experienced when not in a state of well-being state characterized by emotions ranging from mild discontentment to deep grief
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grossly offensive to decency or morality; causing horror causing fear or dread or terror
covered with or consisting of rust of the brown color of rust impaired in skill by neglect ancient
the feeling of distress and disbelief that you have when something bad happens accidentally marginal consciousness
socially or conventionally correct; refined or virtuous according with custom or propriety conforming to conventions of sexual behavior sufficient for the purpose decently clothed observing conventional sexual mores in speech or behavior or dress in the right manner
make timid or fearful to compel or deter by or as if by threats discouraging through fear
someone who tells a story someone who tells lies
a will disposing of real property (law) a gift of real property by will come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort arrange by systematic planning and united effort give by will, especially real property
a mistake in printed matter resulting from mechanical failures of some kind being or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something without interpretation or embellishment limited to the explicit meaning of a word or text avoiding embellishment or exaggeration (used for emphasis)
a spoon-shaped vessel with a long handle; frequently used to transfer liquids from one container to another put (a liquid) into a container by means of a ladle remove with or as if with a ladle
fall loosely fall suddenly and abruptly fail utterly; collapse
tastelessly showy cheap and shoddy
be a mystery or bewildering to cause to be confused emotionally
the time interval between the deposit of a check in a bank and its payment the number of shares outstanding and available for trading by the public a drink with ice cream floating in it an elaborate display mounted on a platform carried by a truck (or pulled by a truck) in a procession or parade a hand tool with a flat face used for smoothing and finishing the surface of plaster or cement or stucco something that floats on the surface of water an air-filled sac near the spinal column in many fishes that helps maintain buoyancy be in motion due to some air or water current be afloat either on or below a liquid surface and not sink to the bottom set afloat circulate or discuss tentatively; test the waters with move lightly, as if suspended put into the water make the surface of level or smooth allow (currencies) to fluctuate convert from a fixed point notation to a floating point notation
a culture with lifestyles and values opposed to those of the established culture
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a native or inhabitant of Denmark
device for converting sound waves into electrical energy
the woman who guided Dante through Paradise in the Divine Comedy
motivation based on ideas of right and wrong the significance of a story or event
the time of life when sex glands become functional
make a painting apply paint to; coat with paint make a painting of apply a liquid to; e.g., paint the gutters with linseed oil coated with paint lacking substance or vitality as if produced by painting having makeup applied having sections or patches colored differently and usually brightly
emphasizing the organic or functional relation between parts and the whole
the sound made by a gentle blow a gentle blow a faucet for drawing water from a pipe or cask a small metal plate that attaches to the toe or heel of a shoe (as in tap dancing) a tool for cutting female (internal) screw threads a plug for a bunghole in a cask the act of tapping a telephone or telegraph line to get information a light touch or stroke cut a female screw thread with a tap draw from or dip into to get something strike lightly draw from; make good use of tap a telephone or telegraph wire to get information furnish with a tap or spout, so as to be able to draw liquid from it make light, repeated taps on a surface walk with a tapping sound dance and make rhythmic clicking sounds by means of metal plates nailed to the sole of the dance shoes draw (liquor) from a tap pierce in order to draw a liquid from make a solicitation or entreaty for something; request urgently or persistently
lose interest or become bored with something or somebody exhaust or get tired through overuse or great strain or stress exhausted dulled by surfeit
an unjust act the practice of being unjust or unfair
a mountain peak in the Andes in Argentina (21,654 feet high)
very bad
orchestral music played at the beginning of an opera or oratorio something that serves as a preceding event or introduces what follows a tentative suggestion designed to elicit the reactions of others
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an elaborate representation of scenes from history etc; usually involves a parade with rich costumes a rich and spectacular ceremony
to make better get better made more desirable or valuable or profitable; especially made ready for use or marketing become or made better in quality (of land) made ready for development or agriculture by clearing of trees and brush
an event that repeats the act of doing or performing again the repeated use of the same word or word pattern as a rhetorical device
the period of time that is happening now; any continuous stretch of time including the moment of speech something presented as a gift a verb tense that expresses actions or states at the time of speaking give an exhibition of to an interested audience bring forward and present to the mind perform (a play), especially on a stage hand over formally introduce give, especially as an honor or reward give as a present; make a gift of deliver (a speech, oration, or idea) cause to come to know personally represent abstractly, for example in a painting, drawing, or sculpture present somebody with something, usually to accuse or criticize formally present a debutante, a representative of a country, etc. recognize with a gesture prescribed by a military regulation; assume a prescribed position temporal sense; intermediate between past and future; now existing or happening or in consideration being or existing in a specified place
a relation of direct opposition the gears by which the motion of a machine can be reversed an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating the side of a coin or medal that does not bear the principal design (American football) a running play in which a back running in one direction hands the ball to a back running in the opposite direction turning in the opposite direction change to the contrary turn inside out or upside down rule against cancel officially reverse the position, order, relation, or condition of directed or moving toward the rear of the transmission gear causing backward movement in a motor vehicle reversed (turned backward) in order or nature or effect
an early name of Ireland that is now used in poetry
forsake, leave behind give up with the intent of never claiming again leave behind empty; move out of stop maintaining or insisting on; of ideas or claims leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch forsaken by owner or inhabitants free from constraint
marked by dissimilarity not equal in amount
experiencing or showing fear causing fear or dread or terror lacking courage; ignobly timid and faint-hearted extremely distressing timid by nature or revealing timidity
the legal dissolution of a marriage part; cease or break association with get a divorce; formally terminate a marriage
the person or thing chosen or selected the act of choosing or selecting one of a number of things from which only one can be chosen
the capability of conscious choice and decision and intention a fixed and persistent intent or purpose a legal document declaring a person's wishes regarding the disposal of their property when they die decree or ordain determine by choice leave or give by will after one's death
having or exercising influence or power
make senseless or dizzy by or as if by a blow hit something or somebody as if with a sandbag overcome as with astonishment or disbelief commanding attention causing great astonishment and consternation causing or capable of causing bewilderment or shock or insensibility strikingly beautiful or attractive
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to an exceedingly great extent or degree
a wild primitive state untouched by civilization a wild and uninhabited area left in its natural condition marked by extreme lack of restraint or control in a natural state; not tamed or domesticated or cultivated in a state of extreme emotion deviating widely from an intended course (of colors or sounds) intensely vivid or loud without a basis in reason or fact talking or behaving irrationally involving risk or danger fanciful and unrealistic; foolish located in a dismal or remote area; desolate intensely enthusiastic about or preoccupied with without civilizing influences (of the elements) as if showing violent anger in an uncontrolled and rampant manner in a wild or undomesticated manner
come to pass happen, occur, or be the case in the course of events or by chance chance to be or do something, without intention or causation come into being; become reality come upon, as if by accident; meet with
United States telephone engineer who assisted Alexander Graham Bell in his experiments (1854-1934) United States psychologist considered the founder of behavioristic psychology (1878-1958) United States geneticist who (with Crick in 1953) helped discover the helical structure of DNA (born in 1928)
music written in the rhythm of the bolero dance a short jacket; worn mostly by women a Spanish dance in triple time accompanied by guitar and castanets
an amount of something available for use offering goods and services for sale the activity of supplying or providing something give something useful or necessary to circulate or distribute or equip with give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance state or say further
direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes be attractive to exert a force on (a body) causing it to approach or prevent it from moving away
single thickness of usually some homogeneous substance a relatively thin sheetlike expanse or region lying over or under another an abstract place usually conceived as having depth a hen that lays eggs thin structure composed of a single thickness of cells make or form a layer
the sound of a bell ringing the giving of a ring as a token of engagement having the character of a loud deep sound; the quality of being resonant sound loudly and sonorously ring or echo with sound make (bells) ring, often for the purposes of musical edification get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle attach a ring to the foot of, in order to identify
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an aromatic gum resin obtained from various Arabian or East African trees; formerly valued for worship and for embalming and fumigation (used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result in the way indicated; (`thusly' is a nonstandard variant)
flowing in drops; the formation and falling of drops of liquid the sound of a liquid falling drop by drop (architecture) a projection from a cornice or sill designed to protect the area below from rainwater (as over a window or doorway) fall in drops let or cause to fall in drops
the quality of being crass--devoid of refinement
a gathering of spectators or listeners at a (usually public) performance the part of the general public interested in a source of information or entertainment an opportunity to state your case and be heard a conference (usually with someone important)
consisting of or involving two parts or components usually in pairs having more than one decidedly dissimilar aspects or qualities; public preaching and private influence"- R.W.Emerson a grammatical number category referring to two items or units as opposed to one item (singular) or more than two items (plural)
to go stealthily or furtively put, bring, or take in a secretive or furtive manner make off with belongings of others pass on stealthily
(ethnic slur) offensive term for a person of Italian descent
a heavy dull sound (as made by impact of heavy objects) make a dull sound strike with a dull sound make a noise typical of an engine lacking lubricants
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touch, lift, or hold with the hands
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by chance
a season's yield of wine from a vineyard the oldness of wines
a usually brief attempt a brief indulgence of your impulses the act of flinging throw with force or recklessness move in an abrupt or headlong manner indulge oneself throw or cast away
cause to go crazy; cause to lose one's mind drive up the wall; go on someone's nerves make mad extremely annoying or displeasing
a wooden structure consisting of an upright post with a transverse piece a marking that consists of lines that cross each other a representation of the structure on which Jesus was crucified; used as an emblem of Christianity or in heraldry any affliction that causes great suffering (genetics) an organism that is the offspring of genetically dissimilar parents or stock; especially offspring produced by breeding plants or animals of different varieties or breeds or species (genetics) the act of mixing different species or varieties of animals or plants and thus to produce hybrids travel across or pass over meet at a point hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of fold so as to resemble a cross to cover or extend over an area or time period meet and pass trace a line through or across breed animals or plants using parents of different races and varieties extending or lying across; in a crosswise direction; at right angles to the long axis annoyed and irritable
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one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization) anything that belongs to a set or class an external body part that projects from the body an organization that is a member of another organization (especially a state that belongs to a group of nations) the male organ of copulation (`member' is a euphemism)
an inclination to do something a natural inclination a disposition to behave in a certain way
the heading or caption of a newspaper article publicize widely or highly, as if with a headline provide (a newspaper page or a story) with a headline
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joyful enthusiasm overflowing with eager enjoyment or approval
a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms reproductive organ of angiosperm plants especially one having showy or colorful parts the period of greatest prosperity or productivity produce or yield flowers
of or relating to the science of geography determined by geography
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent fairly large or important in effect; influential ostentatiously lofty in style generous and understanding and tolerant conspicuous in position or importance having broad power and range and scope in an advanced stage of pregnancy
any division of quantity accepted as a standard of measurement or exchange an individual or group or structure or other entity regarded as a structural or functional constituent of a whole an organization regarded as part of a larger social group a single undivided whole a single undivided natural thing occurring in the composition of something else an assemblage of parts that is regarded as a single entity
indulge in fantasies portray in the mind
a return on a shot that seemed impossible to reach and would normally have resulted in a point for the opponent come into the possession of something concrete or abstract enter or assume a certain state or condition cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition receive a specified treatment (abstract) reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress go or come after and bring or take back go through (mental or physical states or experiences) take vengeance on or get even achieve a point or goal cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner succeed in catching or seizing, especially after a chase come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness communicate with a place or person; establish communication with, as if by telephone give certain properties to something move into a desired direction of discourse grasp with the mind or develop an understanding of attract and fix reach with a blow or hit in a particular spot reach by calculation acquire as a result of some effort or action purchase perceive by hearing suffer from the receipt of receive as a retribution or punishment leave immediately; used usually in the imperative form reach and board irritate evoke an emotional response apprehend and reproduce accurately earn or achieve a base by being walked by the pitcher overcome or destroy be a mystery or bewildering to take the first step or steps in carrying out an action undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) make children
bestow a privilege upon blessed with privileges not subject to usual rules or penalties confined to an exclusive group
mildly acid red or yellow pulpy fruit eaten as a vegetable native to South America; widely cultivated in many varieties
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure hard to control
someone in love with themselves
hinge joint between the forearm and upper arm and the corresponding joint in the forelimb of a quadruped a sharp bend in a road or river a length of pipe with a sharp bend in it the part of a sleeve that covers the elbow joint the joint of a mammal or bird that corresponds to the human elbow push one's way with the elbows shove one's elbow into another person's ribs
a person who is owned by someone someone who works as hard as a slave someone entirely dominated by some influence or person work very hard, like a slave
a fraudulent business scheme deprive of by deceit
have the idea for judge or regard; look upon; judge become pregnant; undergo conception
be of different opinions be different from one another
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a person who is rejected (from society or home) excluded from a society
an ardent male lover
a living organism characterized by voluntary movement a cruelly rapacious person
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a photographer who operates a movie camera
a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution a learned person (especially in the humanities); someone who by long study has gained mastery in one or more disciplines
a very large person; impressive in size or qualities any of the larger cetacean mammals having a streamlined body and breathing through a blowhole on the head hunt for whales
characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort
a large entrance or reception room or area the people who support some common cause or business or principle or sectional interest a group of people who try actively to influence legislation detain in conversation by or as if by holding on to the outer garments of; as for political or economic favors
the process of becoming warmer; a rising temperature warm weather following a freeze; snow and ice melt get warm or warmer make warm or warmer imparting heat producing the sensation of heat when applied to the body
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nervous and unable to relax
give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause take possession of by force, as after an invasion
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a component of a mixture or compound an abstract part of something food that is a component of a mixture in cooking
the imperial dynasty of China from 960 to 1279; noted for art and literature and philosophy deliver by singing produce tones with the voice to make melodious sounds make a whining, ringing, or whistling sound divulge confidential information or secrets
a continuing very loud noise the act of subjecting to strong attack strike violently to produce a sharp often metallic explosive or percussive sound close violently move noisily have sexual intercourse with leap, jerk, bang (used informally) very large
the act of fighting; any contest or struggle be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight fight against or resist strongly make a strenuous or labored effort exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for engaged in or ready for military or naval operations
a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate) a slogan used to rally support for a cause a fit of weeping the characteristic utterance of an animal utter a sudden loud cry shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy proclaim or announce in public demand immediate action utter a characteristic sound bring into a particular state by crying
a close observer; someone who looks at something (such as an exhibition of some kind) a woman's pump with medium heel; usually in contrasting colors for toe and heel
an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries the people of England the discipline that studies the English language and literature (sports) the spin given to a ball by striking it on one side or releasing it with a sharp twist of or relating to or characteristic of England or its culture or people of or relating to the English language
to put down by force or authority take possession of by force, as after an invasion overcome by conquest
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the contestant you hope to defeat
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send cables, wires, or telegrams
remove the bridle from (a horse or mule) not restrained or controlled
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utter a sudden loud cry shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy proclaim or announce in public demand immediate action utter a characteristic sound bring into a particular state by crying
to a considerable degree in a heavy-footed manner with great force in a manner designed for heavy duty slowly as if burdened by much weight in a labored manner indulging excessively
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the property of being lush and abundant and a pleasure to the senses
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anything that covers or conceals a loose outer garment hide under a false appearance cover as if with clothing cover with or as if with a cloak
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the act of someone who fishes as a diversion the occupation of catching fish for a living seek indirectly catch or try to catch fish or shellfish
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a person suffering a nervous breakdown of or relating to or suffering from neurasthenia
state of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy emotions experienced when in a state of well-being
fearless daring
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a member of a Slavic people who settled in Serbia and neighboring areas in the 6th and 7th centuries
a large spotted feline of tropical America similar to the leopard; in some classifications considered a member of the genus Felis a leopard in the black color phase large American feline resembling a lion
an impression in a surface (as made by a blow) (British slang) a prison a small cut cut slightly, with a razor cut a nick into divide or reset the tail muscles of mate successfully; of livestock
fortitude and determination the part of the alimentary canal between the stomach and the anus a narrow channel or strait a strong cord made from the intestines of sheep and used in surgery empty completely; destroy the inside of remove the guts of
Rhodesian statesman who declared independence of Zimbabwe from Great Britain (born in 1919) United States sculptor (1906-1965) United States singer noted for her rendition of patriotic songs (1909-1986) United States suffragist who refused to pay taxes until she could vote (1792-1886) United States blues singer (1894-1937) religious leader who founded the Mormon Church in 1830 (1805-1844) English explorer who helped found the colony at Jamestown, Virginia; was said to have been saved by Pocahontas (1580-1631) Scottish economist who advocated private enterprise and free trade (1723-1790) someone who works at something specified someone who works metal (especially by hammering it when it is hot and malleable)
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an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open a large entrance or reception room or area a large room for gatherings or entertainment a college or university building containing living quarters for students the large room of a manor or castle English writer whose novel about a lesbian relationship was banned in Britain for many years (1883-1943) United States child psychologist whose theories of child psychology strongly influenced educational psychology (1844-1924) United States chemist who developed an economical method of producing aluminum from bauxite (1863-1914) United States explorer who led three expeditions to the Arctic (1821-1871) United States astronomer who discovered Phobos and Deimos (the two satellites of Mars) (1829-1907) a large and imposing house a large building used by a college or university for teaching or research a large building for meetings or entertainment
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a river in western Scotland that flows from the southern uplands into the Firth of Clyde; navigable by oceangoing vessels as far as Glasgow
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied recently past belonging to the distant past very unusual; different in character or quality from the normal or expected
pleasing to the eye or mind especially through beauty or charm having power to arouse interest having the properties of a magnet; the ability to draw or pull; 
put in motion or move to act emit or produce sparks
in a serious manner
order by virtue of superior authority; decree act out; represent or perform as if in a play
narrow wood or metal or plastic runners used in pairs for gliding over snow move along on skis
having no precedent; novel
order by virtue of superior authority; decree act out; represent or perform as if in a play
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in a virulent manner
the process of totally saturating something with a substance the act of soaking thoroughly with a liquid a condition in which a quantity no longer responds to some external influence chromatic purity: freedom from dilution with white and hence vivid in hue
attract; cause to be enamored capturing interest as if by a spell
a traditional story accepted as history; serves to explain the world view of a people
a party of guests wearing costumes and masks a costume worn as a disguise at a masquerade party making a false outward show take part in a masquerade pretend to be someone or something that you are not
any of numerous small songbirds with short stout bills adapted for crushing seeds
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in an alarming manner
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the fact of being aware of information that is known to few people be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about know how to do or perform something be aware of the truth of something; have a belief or faith in something; regard as true beyond any doubt be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority have fixed in the mind have sexual intercourse with know the nature or character of be able to distinguish, recognize as being different perceive as familiar
cranial nerve that supplies facial muscles care for the face that usually involves cleansing and massage and the application of cosmetic creams of or concerning the face of or pertaining to the outside surface of an object
someone who perpetrates wrongdoing
an event that might have been arranged although it was really accidental the quality of occupying the same position or area in space the temporal property of two things happening at the same time
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the utterance of a sound similar to clearing the throat; intended to get attention, express hesitancy, fill a pause, hide embarrassment, warn a friend, etc.
a member of the extinct Algonquian people formerly living in northern Indiana and southern Michigan a city and resort in southeastern Florida on Biscayne Bay; the best known city in Florida; a haven for retirees and a refuge for Cubans fleeing Castro
a temporary associate a person with whom you share a bed
continuing forever or indefinitely uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing
an artistic form of nonverbal communication a party of people assembled for dancing taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music a party for social dancing move in a graceful and rhythmical way move in a pattern; usually to musical accompaniment; do or perform a dance skip, leap, or move up and down or sideways
a contestant who loses the contest a person with a record of failing; someone who loses consistently a gambler who loses a bet
fail to keep or to maintain; cease to have, either physically or in an abstract sense fail to win suffer the loss of a person through death or removal place (something) where one cannot find it again miss from one's possessions; lose sight of allow to go out of sight fail to make money in a business; make a loss or fail to profit fail to get or obtain retreat fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind be set at a disadvantage
a criminal who illegally sets fire to property a bomb that is designed to start fires; is most effective against flammable targets (such as fuel) involving deliberate burning of property arousing to action or rebellion capable of catching fire spontaneously or causing fires or burning readily
marked by up-to-dateness in dress and manners marked by a carefree unconventionality or disreputableness
action by a landlord that compels a tenant to leave the premises (as by rendering the premises unfit for occupancy); no physical expulsion or legal process is involved the expulsion of someone (such as a tenant) from the possession of land by process of law
a person who invites guests to a social event (such as a party in his or her own home) and who is responsible for them while they are there a vast multitude an animal or plant that nourishes and supports a parasite; it does not benefit and is often harmed by the association a person who acts as host at formal occasions (makes an introductory speech and introduces other speakers) archaic terms for army any organization that provides resources and facilities for a function or event (medicine) recipient of transplanted tissue or organ from a donor the owner or manager of an inn a technical name for the bread used in the service of Mass or Holy Communion (computer science) a computer that provides client stations with access to files and printers as shared resources to a computer network be the host of or for
the first month of the year; begins 10 days after the winter solstice
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put down by force or intimidation conceal or hide put out of one's consciousness block the action of characterized by or showing the suppression of impulses or emotions
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the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising something that causes feelings of wonder a state in which you want to learn more about something have a wish or desire to know something place in doubt or express doubtful speculation be amazed at
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be greater in scope or size than some standard be superior or better than some standard be or do something to a greater degree
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showing signs of wear and tear mean and unworthy and despicable
serial arrangement in which things follow in logical order or a recurrent pattern a following of one thing after another in time film consisting of a succession of related shots that develop a given subject in a movie the action of following in order several repetitions of a melodic phrase in different keys arrange in a sequence determine the order of constituents in
come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort make up something artificial or untrue
cause fear in cause to lose courage mark with a scar made afraid
one of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship a place for public (especially Christian) worship a service conducted in a house of worship the body of people who attend or belong to a particular local church perform a special church rite or service for
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try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of search or seek inquire into subject to a search diligent and thorough in inquiry or investigation having keenness and forcefulness and penetration in thought, expression, or intellect exploring thoroughly
(behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward other people
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(biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level a progression from simpler to more complex forms a process of becoming larger or longer or more numerous or more important vegetation that has grown the gradual beginning or coming forth (pathology) an abnormal proliferation of tissue (as in a tumor) something grown or growing
being ten more than one hundred
experienced at secondhand occurring in an abnormal part of the body instead of the usual site involved in that function suffered or done by one person as a substitute for another
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the domain ruled by an emperor or empress; the region over which imperial dominion is exercised a group of countries under a single authority a monarchy with an emperor as head of state a group of diverse companies under common ownership and run as a single organization an eating apple that somewhat resembles a McIntosh; used as both an eating and a cooking apple
leave undone or leave out fail to do something; leave something undone fail to attend to give little or no attention to
sudden mass fear and anxiety over anticipated events a sudden attack of fear cause fear in cause to lose courage mark with a scar
an instance of misfortune
polished courtesy; elegance of manner the quality or character of life in a city or town
darkened with overcast made heavy or weighted down with weariness made of lead (of movement) slow and laborious lacking lightness or liveliness
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make pliant and flexible moving and bending with ease (used of e.g. personality traits) readily adaptable (used of persons' bodies) capable of moving or bending freely
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an advantage held by a competitor in a race a soft heavy toxic malleable metallic element; bluish white when freshly cut but tarnishes readily to dull grey evidence pointing to a possible solution a position of leadership (especially in the phrase `take the lead') the angle between the direction a gun is aimed and the position of a moving target (correcting for the flight time of the missile) the introductory section of a story (sports) the score by which a team or individual is winning an actor who plays a principal role (baseball) the position taken by a base runner preparing to advance to the next base an indication of potential opportunity a news story of major importance the timing of ignition relative to the position of the piston in an internal-combustion engine restraint consisting of a rope (or light chain) used to restrain an animal thin strip of metal used to separate lines of type in printing mixture of graphite with clay in different degrees of hardness; the marking substance in a pencil a jumper that consists of a short piece of wire the playing of a card to start a trick in bridge take somebody somewhere have as a result or residue tend to or result in travel in front of; go in advance of others cause to undertake a certain action stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point be in charge of be ahead of others; be the first be conducive to lead, as in the performance of a composition; Barenboim conducted the Chicago symphony for years" lead, extend, or afford access move ahead (of others) in time or space cause something to pass or lead somewhere preside over
a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way make a parody of
unsusceptible to or destitute of or showing no emotion cool and formal in manner
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the quality of being unclear or abstruse and hard to understand an obscure and unimportant standing; not well known the state of being indistinct or indefinite for lack of adequate illumination
the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical to incline or bend from a vertical position cause to lean or incline have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined rely on for support cause to lean to the side lacking excess flesh lacking in mineral content or combustible material containing little excess not profitable or prosperous
cause to be interested or curious form intrigues (for) in an underhand manner
some conspicuous object used to distinguish or mark something a distinguishing symbol a writing implement for making a mark
British artist and writer of nonsense verse (1812-1888) the hero of William Shakespeare's tragedy who was betrayed and mistreated by two of his scheming daughters
the cardinal number that is the sum of twenty-four and one being five more than twenty
a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards an abrupt transition a sudden and decisive increase the distance leaped (or to be leaped) move forward by leaps and bounds pass abruptly from one state or topic to another jump down from an elevated point cause to jump or leap
the act of exploding or bursting rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms a sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason) a sudden intense happening come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up burst outward, usually with noise move suddenly, energetically, or violently be in a state of movement or action emerge suddenly cause to burst break open or apart suddenly and forcefully
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get from the earth by excavation lay mines extracted from a source of supply as of minerals from the earth
something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness pain in the head caused by dilation of cerebral arteries or muscle contractions or a reaction to drugs
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a person who rules or guides or inspires others a featured article of merchandise sold at a loss in order to draw customers
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the act of beginning something new the presentation of a debutante in society present for the first time to the public appear for the first time in public make one's debut
small meat pie or turnover (usually used in the plural) one of a pair of adhesive patches worn to cover the nipples of exotic dancers and striptease performers resembling paste in color; pallid having the sticky properties of an adhesive
any liquid suitable for drinking
a writer of poems (the term is usually reserved for writers of good poetry)
a criminal who commits homicide (who performs the unlawful premeditated killing of another human being)
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a public road from one place to another
impossible to avoid or evade:"inescapable conclusion"
the time that has elapsed a earlier period in someone's life (especially one that they have reason to keep secret) a verb tense that expresses actions or states in the past
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eat immoderately serve oneself to, or consume regularly spend extravagantly destroy completely use up (resources or materials) engage fully very intense
English clergyman and brother of John Wesley who wrote many hymns (1707-1788) English clergyman and founder of Methodism (1703-1791)
a murderer who slashes the victims with a knife
devoid of intelligence
a dish that contains pasta as its main ingredient shaped and dried dough made from flour and water and sometimes egg
creating fabric interlace by or as if by weaving create a piece of cloth by interlacing strands of fabric, such as wool or cotton sway to and fro to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course
the property of being shaped like a square
a rude expression intended to offend or hurt a deliberately offensive act or something producing the effect of deliberate disrespect treat, mention, or speak to rudely
any mixture of a soft and malleable consistency a hard, brilliant lead glass that is used in making artificial jewelry an adhesive made from water and flour or starch; used on paper and paperboard a tasty mixture to be spread on bread or crackers or used in preparing other dishes join or attach with or as if with glue hit with the fists cover the surface of
a projectile that is fired from a gun a unit of mass equal to the mass that accelerates at 1 foot/sec/sec when acted upon by a force of 1 pound; approximately 14.5939 kilograms a counterfeit coin an idle slothful person an amount of an alcoholic drink (usually liquor) that is poured or gulped a strip of type metal used for spacing any of various terrestrial gastropods having an elongated slimy body and no external shell (boxing) a blow with the fist strike heavily, especially with the fist or a bat be idle; exist in a changeless situation
sleep lightly or for a short period of time
the amount a salary is increased an upward slope or grade (as in a road) increasing the size of a bet (as in poker) the act of raising something raise the level or amount of something raise from a lower to a higher position cause to be heard or known; express or utter collect funds for a specific purpose cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques bring up summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic move upwards construct, build, or erect call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) create a disturbance, especially by making a great noise raise in rank or condition increase give a promotion to or assign to a higher position cause to puff up with a leaven bid (one's partner's suit) at a higher level bet more than the previous player cause to assemble or enlist in the military put forward for consideration or discussion pronounce (vowels) by bringing the tongue closer to the roof of the mouth activate or stir up establish radio communications with multiply (a number) by itself a specified number of times: 8 is 2 raised to the power 3 bring (a surface or a design) into relief and cause to project invigorate or heighten put an end to cause to become alive again
Italian operatic composer noted for the dramatic realism of his operas (1858-1924)
a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry sharp piercing cry make a high-pitched, screeching noise utter a harsh abrupt scream
not widely known; especially valued for its uncommonness recurring only at long intervals not widely distributed having low density marked by an uncommon quality; especially superlative or extreme of its kind (of meat) cooked a short time; still red inside
move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body have with oneself; have on one's person transmit or serve as the medium for transmission serve as a means for expressing something bear or be able to bear the weight, pressure,or responsibility of support or hold in a certain manner contain or hold; have within extend to a certain degree continue or extend be necessarily associated with or result in or involve win in an election include, as on a list behave in a certain manner have on hand include as the content; broadcast or publicize propel, "Carry the ball" pass on a communication have as an inherent or characteristic feature or have as a consequence be conveyed over a certain distance keep up with financial support have or possess something abstract be equipped with (a mast or sail) win approval or support for compensate for a weaker partner or member by one's own performance take further or advance have on the surface or on the skin capture after a fight transfer (entries) from one account book to another transfer (a number, cipher, or remainder) to the next column or unit's place before or after, in addition or multiplication pursue a line of scent or be a bearer bear (a crop) propel or give impetus to drink alcohol without showing ill effects be able to feed have a certain range cover a certain distance or advance beyond secure the passage or adoption (of bills and motions) be successful in sing or play against other voices or parts be pregnant with
a mutually agreed delay in the date set for the completion of a job or payment of a debt act of expanding in scope; making more widely available the spreading of something (a belief or practice) into new regions an educational opportunity provided by colleges and universities to people who are not enrolled as regular students act of stretching or straightening out a flexed limb a string of characters beginning with a period and followed by one or more letters; the optional second part of a PC computer filename the most direct or specific meaning of a word or expression; the class of objects that an expression refers to the ability to raise the working leg high in the air amount or degree or range to which something extends an additional telephone set that is connected to the same telephone line an addition to the length of something an addition that extends a main building
the act of acquiring something come into the possession of something concrete or abstract enter or assume a certain state or condition cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition receive a specified treatment (abstract) reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress go or come after and bring or take back go through (mental or physical states or experiences) take vengeance on or get even achieve a point or goal cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner succeed in catching or seizing, especially after a chase come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness communicate with a place or person; establish communication with, as if by telephone give certain properties to something move into a desired direction of discourse grasp with the mind or develop an understanding of attract and fix reach with a blow or hit in a particular spot reach by calculation acquire as a result of some effort or action purchase perceive by hearing suffer from the receipt of receive as a retribution or punishment leave immediately; used usually in the imperative form reach and board irritate evoke an emotional response apprehend and reproduce accurately earn or achieve a base by being walked by the pitcher overcome or destroy be a mystery or bewildering to take the first step or steps in carrying out an action undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) make children
a line of units following one after another a vertical glass tube used in column chromatography; a mixture is poured in the top and washed through a stationary substance where components of the mixture are adsorbed selectively to form colored bands a vertical array of numbers or other information anything that approximates the shape of a column or tower an article giving opinions or perspectives a vertical cylindrical structure standing alone and not supporting anything (such as a monument) (architecture) a tall vertical cylindrical structure standing upright and used to support a structure a page or text that is vertically divided any tubular or pillar-like supporting structure in the body
everything that exists anywhere (statistics) the entire aggregation of items from which samples can be drawn everything stated or assumed in a given discussion
small round bread leavened with baking-powder or soda any of various small flat sweet cakes (`biscuit' is the British term)
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the state of relying on or being controlled by someone or something else being abnormally tolerant to and dependent on something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming (especially alcohol or narcotic drugs)
the commercial enterprise of moving goods and materials conveyance provided by the ships belonging to one country or industry transport commercially hire for work on a ship go on board travel by ship place on board a ship
a sudden forceful flow a sudden or abrupt strong increase a large sea wave rise and move, as in waves or billows rise rapidly rise or move forward rise or heave upward under the influence of a natural force such as a wave see one's performance improve
combining clever conception and facetious expression
a divine manifestation twelve days after Christmas; celebrates the visit of the three wise men to the infant Jesus
utter obscenities or profanities to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true promise solemnly; take an oath make a deposition; declare under oath have confidence or faith in
salty fluid secreted by sweat glands agitation resulting from active worry condensation of moisture on a cold surface use of physical or mental energy; hard work excrete perspiration through the pores in the skin
make unhappy come to feel sad
an instinctive motive a strong restless desire force or impel in an indicated direction push for something spur on or encourage especially by cheers and shouts
the male ruler of an empire red table grape of California large moth of temperate forests of Eurasia having heavily scaled transparent wings large richly colored butterfly
with fatal consequences or implications
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(of characters in literature or drama) tending to evoke antipathetic feelings difficult or impossible to like
the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state an inclination to want things something that is desired feel or have a desire for; want strongly expect and wish express a desire for
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have ownership or possession of belonging to or on behalf of a specified person (especially yourself); preceded by a possessive
make (a surface) shine improve or perfect by pruning or polishing bring to a highly developed, finished, or refined state perfected or made shiny and smooth showing a high degree of refinement and the assurance that comes from wide social experience (of grains especially rice) having the husk or outer layers removed (of lumber or stone) to trim and smooth
of or belonging to or characteristic of this earth as distinguished from heaven
unusualness as a consequence of not being well known (physics) one of the six flavors of quark the quality of being alien or not native
containing sugar
be obliged to pay or repay be indebted to, in an abstract or intellectual sense be in debt
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an official lowering of a nation's currency; a decrease in the value of a country's currency relative to that of foreign countries the reduction of something's value or worth
ludicrous, foolish lacking seriousness; given to frivolity inspiring scornful pity dazed from or as if from repeated blows
a part of a broadcast serial a part of a published serial the act of installing something (as equipment)
a digital recording (as of a movie) on an optical disk that can be played on a computer or a television set
a verbal commitment by one person to another agreeing to do (or not to do) something in the future grounds for feeling hopeful about the future make a promise or commitment promise to undertake or give make a prediction about; tell in advance give grounds for expectations
a dense growth of bushes an implement that has hairs or bristles firmly set into a handle momentary contact conducts current between rotating and stationary parts of a generator or motor a bushy tail or part of a bushy tail (especially of the fox) a minor short-term fight the act of brushing your teeth the act of brushing your hair contact with something dangerous or undesirable rub with a brush, or as if with a brush touch lightly and briefly clean with a brush sweep across or over remove with or as if with a brush cover by brushing
be in contradiction with deny the truth of prove negative; show to be false make ineffective by counterbalancing the effect of
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deprive of the possession of real estate physically or spiritually homeless or deprived of security
dismiss from the mind; stop remembering be unable to remember forget to do something leave behind unintentionally
with brightness in an extremely intelligent way
find or declare guilty
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any creative group active in the innovation and application of new concepts and techniques in a given field (especially in the arts) the leading units moving at the head of an army (Great Britain) a closed railroad car that carries baggage or freight a camper equipped with living quarters a truck with an enclosed cargo space
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a man-made object taken as a whole
someone who slashes another person a weapon (a sword or dagger) used for slashing
the feeling that accompanies an experience of being thwarted in attaining your goals an act of hindering someone's plans or efforts a feeling of annoyance at being hindered or criticized
a woman whose merits were not been recognized but who then achieves sudden success and recognition a fictional young girl who is saved from her stepmother and stepsisters by her fairy godmother and a handsome prince
a plane curve traced by a point circling about the center but at increasing distances from the center a curve that lies on the surface of a cylinder or cone and cuts the element at a constant angle a continuously accelerating change in the economy ornament consisting of a curve on a plane that winds around a center with an increasing distance from the center a structure consisting of something wound in a continuous series of loops flying downward in a helical path with a large radius to wind or move in a spiral course form a spiral move in a spiral or zigzag course in the shape of a coil
of or pertaining to or typical of Europe of or relating to or concerning the American colonies during and immediately after the American Revolutionary War of or relating to or characteristic of a continent being or concerning or limited to a continent especially the continents of North America or Europe
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions (usually plural) the goal with respect to a marriage proposal an act of intending; a volition that you intend to carry out
let fall to the ground to fall vertically go down in value fall or descend to a lower place or level terminate an association with utter with seeming casualness; drop names" stop pursuing or acting leave or unload cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow lose (a game) pay out lower the pitch of (musical notes) hang freely stop associating with let or cause to fall in drops get rid of take (a drug, especially LSD), by mouth omit (a letter or syllable) in speaking or writing leave undone or leave out change from one level to another fall or sink into a state of exhaustion or death grow worse give birth; used for animals coming down freely under the influence of gravity
elude, especially in a baffling way stand up or offer resistance to somebody or something express opposition through action or words withstand the force of something resist immunologically the introduction of some foreign tissue or organ refuse to comply
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an explosive containing nitrate sensitized with nitroglycerin absorbed on wood pulp blow up with dynamite
a tax levied on the difference between a commodity's price before taxes and its cost of production a large open vessel for holding or storing liquids
hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of
high-flown style; excessive use of verbal ornamentation
bend one's back forward from the waist on down debase oneself morally, act in an undignified, unworthy, or dishonorable way descend swiftly, as if on prey sag, bend, bend over or down carry oneself, often habitually, with head, shoulders, and upper back bent forward having the back and shoulders rounded; not erect
a body of citizens sworn to give a true verdict according to the evidence presented in a court of law a committee appointed to judge a competition
draw back, as with fear or pain show submission or fear totally submissive
the relation of something to the matter at hand
affect as in thought or feeling color lightly cause to make a ting make a light, metallic sound; go `ting'
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the amount of 3-dimensional space occupied by an object the property of something that is great in magnitude physical objects consisting of a number of pages bound together a publication that is one of a set of several similar publications a relative amount the magnitude of sound (usually in a specified direction)
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two propositions are contradictories if both cannot be true (or both cannot be false) at the same time of words or propositions so related that both cannot be true and both cannot be false that confounds or contradicts or confuses in disagreement unable to be both true at the same time
an informal photograph; usually made with a small hand-held camera
make automatic or control or operate automatically operated by automation
a person or thing having the same function or characteristics as another a duplicate copy
form a team
the act of gripping and pressing firmly a state in which there is a short supply of cash to lend to businesses and consumers and interest rates are high a situation in which increased costs cannot be passed on to the customer (slang) a person's girlfriend or boyfriend a twisting squeeze an aggressive attempt to compel acquiescence by the concentration or manipulation of power a tight or amorous embrace the act of forcing yourself (or being forced) into or through a restricted space to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition press firmly squeeze like a wedge into a tight space to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means :"She forced him to take a job in the city" obtain by coercion or intimidation press or force squeeze tightly between the fingers squeeze (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness squeeze or press together
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a demanding or stimulating situation a call to engage in a contest or fight questioning a statement and demanding an explanation a formal objection to the selection of a particular person as a juror a demand by a sentry for a password or identification take exception to issue a challenge to ask for identification raise a formal objection in a court of law
engage in give certain properties to something make or cause to be or to become cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally create or manufacture a man-made product make, formulate, or derive in the mind compel or make somebody or something to act in a certain way create by artistic means earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages create or design, often in a certain way to compose or represent:"This wall forms the background of the stage setting" reach a goal, e.g., "make the first team" be or be capable of being changed or made into make by shaping or bringing together constituents perform or carry out make by combining materials and parts change from one form into another act in a certain way so as to acquire charge with a function; charge to be achieve a point or goal reach a destination, either real or abstract institute, enact, or establish carry out or commit form by assembling individuals or constituents organize or be responsible for put in order or neaten head into a specified direction have a bowel movement undergo fabrication or creation be suitable for add up to amount to constitute the essence of appear to begin an activity proceed along a path reach in time gather and light the materials for prepare for eating by applying heat induce to have sex assure the success of represent fictitiously, as in a play, or pretend to be or act like consider as being calculate as being cause to be enjoyable or pleasurable favor the development of develop into behave in a certain way eliminate urine produced by a manufacturing process; rope and nails" (of a bed) having the sheets and blankets set in order successful or assured of success
the branch of military science dealing with detailed maneuvers to achieve objectives set by strategy a plan for attaining a particular goal a plan for attaining a particular goal
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serving to instruct or enlighten or inform
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a member of a largely pastoral Islamic people who live in Kurdistan; the largest ethnic group without their own state
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draw someone's attention away from something disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed
anything (such as a document or a phonograph record or a photograph) providing permanent evidence of or information about past events sound recording consisting of a disk with a continuous groove; used to reproduce music by rotating while a phonograph needle tracks in the groove the number of wins versus losses and ties a team has had the sum of recognized accomplishments a compilation of the known facts regarding something or someone an extreme attainment; the best (or worst) performance ever attested (as in a sport) a document that can serve as legal evidence of a transaction a list of crimes for which an accused person has been previously convicted make a record of; set down in permanent form register electronically indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments be aware of be or provide a memorial to a person or an event
in or to a place that is lower at a later place (in writing) see below on a floor below further down
a conspicuous disparity or difference as between two figures an open or empty space in or between things a narrow opening a pass between mountain peaks a difference (especially an unfortunate difference) between two opinions or two views or two situations an act of delaying or interrupting the continuity make an opening or gap in
a block of solid substance (such as soap or wax) small flat mass of chopped food baked goods made from or based on a mixture of flour, sugar, eggs, and fat form a coat over
give an exhibition of to an interested audience establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes march in protest; take part in a demonstration
share the feelings of; understand the sentiments of be understanding of to feel or express sympathy or compassion
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agitating a liquid with an implement arousing to a particular emotion or action move an implement through move very slightly stir feelings in stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of affect emotionally summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic to begin moving, "As the thunder started the sleeping children began to stir" mix or add by stirring capable of arousing enthusiasm or excitement exciting strong but not unpleasant emotions
a solid piece of something (usually having flat rectangular sides) a rectangular area in a city surrounded by streets and usually containing several buildings a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides a number or quantity of related things dealt with as a unit housing in a large building that is divided into separate units (computer science) a sector or group of sectors that function as the smallest data unit permitted an inability to remember or think of something you normally can do; often caused by emotional tension a simple machine consisting of a wheel with a groove in which a rope can run to change the direction or point of application of a force applied to the rope a metal casting containing the cylinders and cooling ducts of an engine an obstruction in a pipe or tube a platform from which an auctioneer sells the act of obstructing or deflecting someone's movements render unsuitable for passage hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of stop from happening or developing interfere with or prevent the reception of signals run on a block system interrupt the normal function of by means of anesthesia shut out from view or get in the way so as to hide from sight stamp or emboss a title or design on a book with a block obstruct block passage through support, secure, or raise with a block impede the movement of (an opponent or a ball) be unable to remember shape by using a block shape into a block or blocks prohibit the conversion or use of (assets)
a positive feeling of wanting to push ahead with something prompt willingness
tilling the land with a plow move in a way resembling that of a plow cutting into or going through the soil to break and turn over earth especially with a plow
an ardent follower and admirer a soft thick undyed leather from the skins of e.g. buffalo or oxen bare skin; naked a medium to dark tan color an implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block; used for polishing (as in manicuring) strike, beat repeatedly polish and make shiny
cause to be unpretentious cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of causing awareness of your shortcomings
lacking the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task not sufficient to meet a need
reveal unintentionally deliver to an enemy by treachery disappoint, prove undependable to; abandon, forsake be sexually unfaithful to one's partner in marriage give away information about somebody cause someone to believe an untruth
a young woman who is thought to have sex appeal
having no meaning or direction or purpose
an acute insufficiency an insufficient quantity or number
fall or descend to a lower place or level cause to sink pass into a specified state or condition go under, "The raft sank and its occupants drowned" descend into or as if into some soft substance or place appear to move downward fall heavily or suddenly; decline markedly fall or sink heavily embed deeply
a walkway made of wooden boards; usually at seaside
move into the foreground to make more visible or prominent apply a highlighter to one's cheeks or eyebrows in order to make them more prominent
that which is pleasing or valuable or useful moral excellence or admirableness
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someone who tells a story
run at a moderately swift pace ride at a trot cause to trot
occurring by chance having or bringing good fortune presaging or likely to bring good luck
surgical interruption of nerve tracts to and from the frontal lobe of the brain; often results in marked cognitive and personality changes
an official engaged in international negotiations a person who deals tactfully with others
stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening refrain from doing something refrain from certain foods or beverages declare invalid
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beyond belief or understanding
the dressed skin of an animal (especially a large animal) seam made by turning under or folding together and stitching the seamed materials to avoid rough edges the act of felling something (as a tree) cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow pass away rapidly sew a seam by folding the edges descend in free fall under the influence of gravity move downward and lower, but not necessarily all the way pass suddenly and passively into a state of body or mind come under, be classified or included fall from clouds suffer defeat, failure, or ruin die, as in battle or in a hunt touch or seem as if touching visually or audibly be captured occur at a specified time or place decrease in size, extent, or range yield to temptation or sin lose office or power to be given by assignment or distribution move in a specified direction be due lose one's chastity to be given by right or inheritance come into the possession of fall to somebody by assignment or lot be inherited by slope downward lose an upright position suddenly drop oneself to a lower or less erect position fall or flow in a certain way assume a disappointed or sad expression be cast down come out; issue be born, used chiefly of lambs begin vigorously go as if by falling come as if by falling (of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering
a momentary flash of light a spatially localized brightness be shiny, as if wet throw a glance at; take a brief look at
footwear that covers the whole foot and lower leg British term for the luggage compartment in a car the swift release of a store of affective force protective casing for something that resembles a leg an instrument of torture that is used to heat or crush the foot and leg a form of foot torture in which the feet are encased in iron and slowly crushed the act of delivering a blow with the foot kick; give a boot to cause to load (an operating system) and start the initial processes
something determined in relation to something that includes it something less than the whole of a human artifact the allotment of some amount by dividing something assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you) money or property brought by a woman to her husband at marriage an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal give out
become wider cause to expand as it by internal pressure swell from or as if from internal pressure
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a deep prolonged loud noise a very loud utterance (like the sound of an animal) the sound made by a lion make a loud noise, as of wind, water, or vehicles utter words loudly and forcefully emit long loud cries act or proceed in a riotous, turbulent, or disorderly way make a loud noise, as of animal laugh unrestrainedly and heartily
a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together) physical objects consisting of a number of pages bound together a compilation of the known facts regarding something or someone a written version of a play or other dramatic composition; used in preparing for a performance a record in which commercial accounts are recorded a collection of playing cards satisfying the rules of a card game a collection of rules or prescribed standards on the basis of which decisions are made the sacred writings of Islam revealed by God to the prophet Muhammad during his life at Mecca and Medina the sacred writings of the Christian religions a major division of a long written composition a number of sheets (ticket or stamps etc.) bound together on one edge engage for a performance arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance record a charge in a police register register in a hotel booker
a deep prolonged loud noise a state of economic prosperity a sudden happening that brings good fortune (as a sudden opportunity to make money) a pole carrying an overhead microphone projected over a film or tv set any of various more-or-less horizontal spars or poles used to extend the foot of a sail or for handling cargo or in mooring make a resonant sound, like artillery hit hard be the case that thunder is being heard make a deep hollow sound grow vigorously
people who are sick eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function feeling nausea; feeling about to vomit affected with madness or insanity having a strong distaste from surfeit (of light) lacking in intensity or brightness; dim or feeble deeply affected by a strong feeling shockingly repellent; inspiring horror
someone who murders by cutting the victim's throat ruthless in competition
increase in extent or intensity
not easy to believe exceedingly; extremely
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a short light metallic sound a stop consonant made by the suction of air into the mouth (as in Bantu) a hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward depression of a button on a computer mouse move or strike with a noise make a clicking or ticking sound click repeatedly or uncontrollably cause to make a snapping sound produce a click make a clucking sounds, characteristic of hens become clear or enter one's consciousness or emotions
a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration an intuitive assumption the temporal end; the concluding time event whose occurrence ends something the proposition arrived at by logical reasoning (such as the proposition that must follow from the major and minor premises of a syllogism) the act of ending something a final settlement the last section of a communication the act of making up your mind about something
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the remains of something that has been destroyed or broken up any of various Chinese boats with a high poop and lugsails dispose of (something useless or old)
a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality
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drooping without elasticity; wanting in stiffness out of condition; not strong or robust; incapable of exertion or endurance
a member of a nomadic tribe of Arabs
the month following May and preceding July
lengthen or extend in duration or space undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) provide with nourishment supply with necessities and support be the physical support of; carry the weight of admit as valid establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts
in an inherent manner
a cruel act; a deliberate infliction of pain and suffering feelings of extreme heartlessness the quality of being cruel and causing tension or annoyance
English highwayman (1706-1739)
a garment worn under other garments
put in effect to gain with effort
a mechanical device that moves fluid or gas by pressure or suction the hollow muscular organ located behind the sternum and between the lungs; its rhythmic contractions move the blood through the body a low-cut shoe without fastenings operate like a pump; move up and down, like a handle or a pedal deliver forth draw or pour with a pump supply in great quantities flow intermittently move up and down raise (gases or fluids) with a pump question persistently
to some (great or small) extent
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slices of bread that have been toasted a celebrity who receives much acclaim and attention a person in desperate straits; someone doomed a drink in honor of or to the health of a person or event make brown and crisp by heating propose a toast to
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a steep high face of rock
arouse hostility or indifference in where there had formerly been love, affection, or friendliness transfer property or ownership make withdrawn or isolated or emotionally dissociated socially disoriented caused to be unloved
a fight with bare fists fighting with the fists
the act of providing vague advance indications; representing beforehand indicate by signs indistinctly prophetic
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a connection (like a clamp or vise) between two things so they move together a mechanical device that serves to connect the ends of adjacent objects the act of pairing a male and female for reproductive purposes bring two objects, ideas, or people together link together form a pair or pairs engage in sexual intercourse
lacking taste or flavor or tang lacking interest or significance or impact
(biology) the process of decay caused by bacterial or fungal action break down become physically weaker
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with intention; in an intentional manner
a state of eternal existence believed in some religions to characterize the afterlife
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the amount of 3-dimensional space occupied by an object the property of something that is great in magnitude physical objects consisting of a number of pages bound together a publication that is one of a set of several similar publications a relative amount the magnitude of sound (usually in a specified direction)
of or pertaining to or characteristic of an orientation that characterizes the thinking of a group or nation concerned with or suggestive of ideas
strike at with firepower or bombs bomb with atomic weapons cook or heat in a microwave oven
in a gratifying manner
extend in one or more directions become larger in size or volume or quantity make bigger or wider in size, volume, or quantity grow vigorously exaggerate or make bigger add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing expand the influence of
devoid of talent; not gifted