IV Interschool Spelling Bee Contest
Word list for 3rd. Grade - Jr. High
Sample sentence
We usually go abroad for a week in May.
When the news came out they were aghast.
the sun always rises in the east
One important aspect of a good story is mood.
He always sits behind me.
The tumor they found in her brain was benign.
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abroad
aghast
always
aspect
behind
benign
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in or to a foreign country or countries.
filled with shock or horror
at all times; on all occasions.
a particular part or feature of something.
at or to the far side or the back side of something.
Of no danger to health
canopy
an ornamental cloth covering hung or held up over something, especially a throne or bed.
The bedroom has a romantic four-poster bed complete with drapes and a canopy
chilly
uncomfortably cool or cold.
chores
an ordinary job that must be done regularly
The weather will turn chilly this afternoon.
You can go and play after you've done your chores.
clumsy
crafty
awkward in movement or in handling things.
of, involving, or relating to the making of decorative objects and other things by hand.
My friend is acting as a terribly clumsy fellow.
In the city there is market full of crafty pots and interesting earrings.
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crying
decade
device
dinner
duplex
expose
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forest
frigid
to utter inarticulate sounds, especially of lamentation, grief, or suffering, usually with tears.
A period of ten years
a thing created; a mechanical invention or creation
the main meal of the day, taken either around midday or in the evening.
Having two apartments or divisions.
make (something) visible, typically by uncovering it.
a circumstance, fact, or influence that contributes to a result or outcome.
a large area covered chiefly with trees and undergrowth.
very cold in temperature.
The baby has been crying all night.
My favorite decade is the 80s
Architects use a measuring device to draw blueprints.
We have a special dinner in Thanksgiving.
My friend Samantha lives in a duplex apartment.
Everyday, at low tide the shells are exposed at the beach.
His legal problems were not a factor in his decision.
You can many animals in the forest.
North America is suffering a frigid climate.
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guilty
ignore
infuse
ironic
kettle
method
I feel guilty after offending him.
During exams, I ignore the noise and concentrate on the questions.
The energetic new principal decided to infuse new life into the school.
his mouth curved into an ironic smile
I like coffee broiled in a kettle.
A strict teacher doesn't let students to murmur.
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having committed an offense, crime, violation, or wrong, especially against moral or penal law
do not pay attention to someone or something
to introduce, as if by pouring; cause to penetrate;
using or characterized by irony.
a metal container in which to boil liquids, cook foods, etc.; pot.
a particular form of procedure for accomplishing or approaching something, especially a
systematic or established one.
at an equal distance from the extremities of something; central.
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murmur
a soft, indistinct sound made by a person or group of people speaking quietly or at a distance
My teacher uses a special method to teach French.
I like to sit in the middle of the classroom.
nature
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pauper
quarry
quills
ravage
rogues
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school
serene
shower
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status
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symbol
the material world, especially as surrounding humankind and existing independently of human
activities.
To act or be against fight or resist
a poor person, especially one who depends on public charity
an animal pursued by a hunter, hound, predatory mammal, or bird of prey.
any of the main wing or tail feathers of a bird.
the severely damaging or destructive effects of something.
a dishonest or unprincipled man.
a large-scale systematic plan or arrangement for attaining some particular object or putting a
particular idea into effect.
an institution for educating children.
calmed, peaceful
a brief and usually light fall of rain, hail, sleet, or snow.
easily understood or done; presenting no difficulty.
the relative social, professional, or other standing of someone or something.
authoritatively or urgently call on (someone) to be present, especially as a defendant or
witness in a law court.
something that represents something else; an object, mark, or sign.
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vendor
visual
pebble
the arrangement of words and phrases to create well-formed sentences in a language.
a person or company offering something for sale, especially a trader in the street.
of or relating to seeing or sight.
a small stone made smooth and round by the action of water or sand.
tiptoe
walk quietly and carefully with one's heels raised and one's weight on the balls of the feet.
weaver
stanza
abandon
amenity
analyze
a person who weaves; esp., one whose work is weaving
a group of lines forming the basic recurring metrical unit in a poem; a verse.
To give up completely
something that adds to one´s comfort or convenience
to separate or break into parts and examine
a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, typically about an imminent event or something
with an uncertain outcome.
a room for sleeping in.
in or along the space separating two objects or regions.
the quality of being clear, in particular.
producing laughter; amusing; funny:
made up of two or more parts-,hard to understand or analyze
accept and allow (behavior that is considered morally wrong or offensive) to continue.
seek information or advice from (someone with expertise in a particular area).
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anxiety
bedroom
between
clarity
comical
complex
condone
consult
Tourists at the resort are surrounded by nature.
Those of you, who oppose capital punishment, vote for it.
The pauper asked passersby money or food.
The hunters followed their quarry for hours before taking the fatal shot.
I saw a small oak table, upon which rested droopy quills of some exotic bird.
The old house showed the ravage caused by lack of maintenance.
The youngest boy is a little rogue.
The new company is using a clever marketing scheme for its production.
I go to school from Monday through Friday.
The water on the lake is as serene as a sleeping baby.
I take a shower everyday.
We have to find a simple solution to the problem.
I can see an improvement in the status of the project.
The principal will summon the misbehaving students.
In this story, the writer uses the dove as a symbol of peace.
You need to correct your essay because it has unclear syntax
She is a vendor of drinks at baseball games.
My teacher uses a lot of visual material in Science class.
We found sediments, river mud and pebbles rounded by water action.
We tiptoed down the stairs.
My grandma is a very good weaver, she made me a scarf.
My teacher asked us to learn by memory the first stanza of the poem.
She has to abandon the smoking habit.
The ship offered every amenity a traveler would desire.
After reading a story I like to analyze the plot.
She waited with anxiety to hear what the doctor would say.
I have a new bedroom.
I want to sit between Mary and Luis.
The author wrote with clarity, making his ideas understandable.
The new students is a comical fellow.
The characters in the story are complex, just like real people.
The school cannot condone any behavior that involves illicit drugs.
If you want to know the root of a word, you can consult a dictionary.
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coveted
despite
develop
diction
element
the circumstances that form the setting for an event, statement, or idea.
to desire wrongfully, inordinately, or without due regard for the rights of others:
without being affected by; in spite of.
grow or cause to grow and become more mature, advanced, or elaborate.
the choice and use of words and phrases in speech or writing.
The decision was taken within the context of planned actions.
Everybody coveted Della's silky hair.
He remains as great leader despite age and infirmity
The teacher decided to develop a new method in Math.
The speaker should have a good and clear diction during her speech.
Water is the most precious element in earth.
I´m learning English.
She read the epistle of Saint Paul on Sunday at church.
He would never forsake his parents.
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epistle
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epitaph
finally
a part or aspect of something abstract, especially one that is essential or characteristic.
relating to England, its people, or their language.
a letter, especially a formal or didactic one; written communication.
a phrase or statement written in memory of a person who has died, especially as an inscription
on a tombstone.
occurring at the end
forsake
literary to leave someone, or to stop helping or looking after them, when they still need you
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highway
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hostage
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jealous
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message
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Her last words might be recorded on their tombstone as an epitaph.
They finally got home.
a movement of part of the body, especially a hand or the head, to express an idea or meaning. Alex made a gesture of apology
a slowly moving mass or river of ice formed by the accumulation and compaction of snow on
mountains or near the poles.
main road, main route, parkway, throughway, freeway, expressway, turnpike
each of two or more words having the same spelling but different meanings and origins.
a person seized or held as security for the fulfillment of a condition.
Very large; huge
feeling or showing envy of someone or their achievements and advantages.
an occasion when you travel from one place to another, especially when there is a long
distance between the places
suitcase, trunks
a communication containing some information, news, advice, request, or the like, sent by
messenger, telephone, email, or other means.
(of an animal, typically a bird or fish) move from one region or habitat to another, especially
regularly according to the seasons.
ostentatiously rich and luxurious or lavish.
say or estimate that (a specified thing) will happen in the future or will be a consequence of
something.
procure
obtain (something), especially with care or effort.
propose
ransack
revival
put forward (an idea or plan) for consideration or discussion by others.
to search thoroughly or vigorously through (a house, receptacle, etc.):
The act of bringing or coming back to use
The glacier is melting because of global warming.
There was an accident on the highway between Brownsville and San Benito.
She was confused with the homonym that was on the test.
They will keep the hostage for three days until they pay the ransom.
Mexico has an immense resource in its people.
He grew jealous of her success
We had a long journey ahead of us.
It's important to put your name on all your luggage when you are traveling.
I received a message about the party.
Monarch butterflies migrate to Mexico every year.
United States is an opulent nation.
it is too early to predict a result
She asked him to procure visas for her family.
He wants to propose a new plan.
My mother had to ransack into her purse looking for change.
Countries are trying to revival old traditions.
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visible
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diagnose
distinct
dwelling
evaluate
a feeling of doubt or hesitation with regard to the morality or propriety of a course of action.
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a regular stopping place on a public transportation route.
A ground or an area of land
strange or mysterious, especially in an unsettling way.
almost or nearly as described, but not completely or according to strict definition.
able to be seen.
the action of staying where one is or delaying action until a particular time or until something
else happens.
simple past tense and past participle of waylay.
physically or mentally exhausted by hard work, exertion, strain, etc.; fatigued; tired:
a location connected to the Internet that maintains one or more pages on the World Wide
Web.
to speak or write in support of; in favor of
To add notes that explain something
used to refer to a thing, no matter what.
a natural desire to satisfy a bodily need, especially for food.
Building where collections of fish are shown
a line that marks the limits of an area; a dividing line.
the ability or tendency to float in water or air or some other fluid.
rebuke or reprimand severely.
enormous or immense
An actor in comedy
the state of being different from something else
relating to or involving the imagination or original ideas, especially in the production of an
artistic work.
identify the nature of (an illness or other problem) by examination of the symptoms.
separate or different; defined clearly
a house, flat, or other shelter in which someone lives
: to find out the value or worth of something;
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waylaid
wearily
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website
advocate
annotate
anything
appetite
aquarium
boundary
buoyancy
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colossal
comedian
contrast
creative
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coming from outside a place or organization
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(of a person) showing a readiness to give more of something, as money or time, than is strictly
generous
necessary or expected.
homemade made at home, rather than in a store or factory.
instruct
direct or command someone to do something, especially as an official order.
interact
to act or work with someone or something
internal
of or situated on the inside.
Most sailors had scruples about traveling to the abandoned island.
My father was born in the sixties.
I´ll meet you at the bus station.
She lives in a farm with hilly terrain.
She had an uncanny feeling that she was being watched.
Government realized the virtual absence of border controls.
The church spire is visible from miles away.
I was waiting for you at the party.
The actor was waylaid by a crowd of admirers.
Taking my dog out for a walk every morning is wearily.
I have to search information for a homework in a website.
The senator will advocate a new housing bill.
The teacher will annotate the information on the board.
Nobody was saying anything
Exercise gave her a strong appetite
She went to the aquarium on a school trip
We had to identify the eastern boundary on the map.
My lungs then re-expand, my wetsuit buoyancy returns and I float to the surface.
The teacher had to chastise his students for their behavior.
They saw a colossal building in New York
They hire a comedian for the party
The day began cold, in contrast to almost two weeks of uninterrupted sunshine.
He presented a creative project for the fair.
The doctor will diagnose the problem of the patient.
Many writers have a distinct style that sets them apart from others.
They want to construct a dwelling with vehicular access.
My teacher will evaluate each homework.
An external examiner will mark all exam papers
she was generous with her money
I prefer to eat homemade apple pies.
She will have to instruct him how to assemble the bicycle.
The writer used dialogues to show the reader how the characters interact.
The tube had an internal diameter of 1.1 mm.
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peculiar
perceive
pharmacy
property
prospect
prudence
relative
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research
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a particular place or position.
a periodical publication containing articles and illustrations, typically covering a particular
subject or area of interest.
a figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not
literally applicable.
an act of changing physical location or position or of having this changed.
A person who plays or composes music
a strip of hair left to grow above the upper lip.
a thing that blocks one's way or prevents or hinders progress.
someone who competes against or fights another in a contest, game, or argument; a rival or
adversary.
(of lines, planes, surfaces, or objects) side by side and having the same distance continuously
between them.
odd, strange
to observe or become aware of
a store or part of a store in which drugs and medicines are prepared and sold
a thing or things belonging to someone; possessions collectively.
chances or possibilities, especially for financial success
the use of good judgment and common sense
a person connected by blood or marriage.
the detailed study of something in order to discover new facts, especially in a university or
scientific institution
a stock or supply of money, materials, staff, and other assets that can be drawn on by a
person or organization
get or bring (something) back; regain possession of.
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scarcity
a situation in which the supply of something is not enough for the people who want it or need it
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sequence
sociable
squander
straight
the chronological, causal, or logical order
willing to talk and engage in activities with other people; friendly.
to spend or use wastefully
Continuing in the same direction without deviating
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survival
the fact or state of continuing to live or exist, especially in difficult conditions
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tangible
Thursday
vexation
adulation
affidavit
afternoon
capable of being touched having form and substance
the day of the week before Friday and following Wednesday.
irritation; annoyance
excessive praise or flattery
statement written by a person who swears is the truth.
the time from noon or lunchtime to evening.
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metaphor
movement
musician
mustache
obstacle
opponent
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The property is set in a convenient location
My father bought a car magazine.
The teacher used a metaphor to explain the lesson.
The dance has a lot of movement of the upper body
There is a musician performing in the theater
My grandfather has a white mustache.
Lack of education was the main obstacle to his success.
He beat his opponent by a landslide margin
We know that parallel lines never meet.
Things look peculiar through these 3-D glasses.
Different readers may perceive the same story in very different ways.
She went to the pharmacy to buy the prescription.
She didn´t want to see him inside his property.
Janet's plans are a good prospect for the company.
Jim used prudence when deciding how much to spend on a gift.
The nice young lady is my relative, she is my sister-in-law
There is clearly a need for further research on this topic
local authorities informed that they had spent the last resource.
I was sent to retrieve the balls from his garden
This year, the country will not face a scarcity of fuel.
The sequence of events are out of order in the play.
Being a sociable person, Eva loves entertaining.
It is better not to squander your allowance on candies.
Just go straight ahead, and you will find the main office.
When going camping it is essential to carry survival equipment with you.
Mike didn´t believe the Island was a real, tangible place.
The meeting will be next Thursday.
Jenny bit her lip in vexation
The young dancer´s performance was met with adulation .
He signed an affidavit saying that he had paid the debt.
I´ll see you this afternoon.
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ambitious
anonymous
assertion
astronomy
having or showing a strong desire and determination to succeed.
written, given, etc. by a person whose name is kept secret
a confident and forceful statement of fact or belief.
the branch of science that deals with celestial objects, space, and the physical universe as a
whole.
available
able to be used or obtained; at someone's disposal.
beautiful
pleasing the senses or mind aesthetically.
celestial
positioned in or relating to the sky, or outer space as observed in astronomy.
chronicle
a chronological record of events; a history.
colleague A person who works in the same office; fellow worker
cultivate
prepare and use (land) for crops or gardening.
dangerous menacing, hazardous, grave, unsafe
dashboard the part inside a car where the speedometer and other instruments are
(of manner or behavior) having the effect of allaying suspicion or hostility, especially through
disarming charm.
epidermis The outer layer of the skin of animals
expulsion
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His mother had an ambitious plan for him.
She received an anonymous gift.
Jim´s assertion came as a surprise to Tom.
He held university chairs in astronomy , physics and mathematics.
There will be a refreshment available for everybody.
I received a beautiful flower this morning.
The Science teacher asked us to draw a celestial body in the notebook.
It is a documentary to chronicle the life of some people.
My colleague Hannah is getting a promotion.
Our project will be to cultivate tomatoes in the school.
It is dangerous to play with fire.
The company required the steps to create a digital dashboard.
Her fears were put at ease by the general's disarming smile.
He will analyze the animal's epidermis.
His expulsion from the office was announced.
an occasion when someone is officially forced to leave an organization or activity permanently
his expulsion from the Communist Party
because of their bad behavior.
Easter is one of the best times for a family gathering
gathering
[countable] a group of people meeting together
ignorance
lack of knowledge or information.
immediate
happening or done now, without any delay
injustice
instigate
lack of fairness or justice.
to stir up; provoke
Many people suffer the injustice of the police.
When mom and dad argue, it is usually money that instigates the argument.
a person who carries a message or is employed to carry messages.
one thousandth of a gram.
The Pope is the messenger of peace.
She was prescribe to take only one milligram of the medicine.
an apparatus consisting of a tube attached to a set of mirrors or prisms,
having or showing the capacity to become or develop into something in the future.
a state in which things that are essential for human well-being such as food and warmth are
scarce or lacking.
of or relating to the lungs.
the action of mentioning or alluding to something.
a person's home; the place where someone lives.
providing satisfaction; gratifying.
quick to detect or respond to slight changes, signals, or influences.
The commander has an optical periscope which provide a sight for weapon aiming.
I met a young broadcaster with great potential in communication.
messenger
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periscope
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privation
pulmonary
reference
residence
rewarding
sensitive
He acted in ignorance of basic procedures.
Our government must take immediate action
After the war people suffer of years of rationing and privation
cold weather may provoke pulmonary diseases.
He made reference to the enormous power of the mass media
They live in a private residence in Mexico.
Skiing can be hugely rewarding for athletes.
The new method of protein detection was more sensitive than earlier ones
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someone who is not very intelligent and knows little about the world
stabilize
to make or hold stable, firm, or steadfast.
statement
[countable] a written or spoken announcement on an important subject that someone makes in
He was instructed not to make any statement about the situation.
public
structure
the arrangement of and relations between the parts or elements of something complex.
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They consider him a simpleton person, but it is the contrary, he is very smart.
The president presented renewed efforts to stabilize the economy.
This company has a similar structure to the previous one.
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an item of confectionery or sweet food.
swiveling
turn around a point or axis or on a swivel.
symphonic (of music) relating to or having the form or character of a symphony.
synagogue A building where Jews gather for worship and religious study
talkative
tending to talk a lot or to enjoy having conversations with people
a natural or prevailing disposition to move, proceed, or act in some direction or toward some
tendency
point, end, or result.
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territory
any tract of land; region or district.
It struck me that Charles has accelerated the tendency for the bad to drive out the good.
He had a half million man army, and it was his own territory, but it was mountainous
terrain.
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vestibule
vibration
to inoculate with the vaccine of cowpox so as to render the subject immune to smallpox.
a passage, hall, or antechamber between the outer door and the interior parts of a house or
building.
the act of vibrating.
The parents refused to vaccinate their kids at school.
The vestibule is the space one occupies once passing the door, but not yet in the main
interior of the building.
The vibration of the video game controller was in synch with the video game.
viciously
addicted to or characterized by vice; grossly immoral; depraved; profligate
A soldier, reportedly returning to his barracks, was viciously attacked in the dark of night.
visualize
volunteer
to recall or form mental images or pictures.
a person who voluntarily offers himself or herself for a service or undertaking
Still, I find that this helps the imagination and it all helps me visualize.
It's really the men and women who volunteer and so proudly serve.
The notion that one should accumulate credentials before launching a venture simply
does not exist.
He is heartfelt in what he wants to accomplish for the country.
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accumulate to gather or collect, often in gradual degrees; heap up
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accomplish to bring to its goal or conclusion; carry out; perform; finish
characterized by or tending toward unprovoked offensives, attacks, invasions, or the like;
aggressive militantly forward or menacing
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annihilate to reduce to utter ruin or nonexistence; destroy utterly
appreciate to be grateful or thankful for
attendance the persons or number of persons present
auditorium
the space set apart for the audience in a theater, school, or other public building.
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belongings something that belongs to someone
The fruits are eaten stewed, candied, in sweetmeats , and in a jelly.
The boy was swiveling himself in the chair
The symphonic music kept us entertained
They go to the synagogue to pray every Sunday.
the talkative driver hadn't stopped chatting
The opposition alliance has put forward an aggressive plan to defend the votes.
And there is no doubt that a people must defend itself against those who wish to harm it,
destroy it, or annihilate it.
She feels that he does not appreciate her.
The teacher lost her attendance list.
Some white attendees brought their guns to the auditorium in case there was an
You check out of the warm accommodation and put your belongings into a locker.
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biological
pertaining to biology.
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a large, somewhat arboreal anthropoid ape, Pan troglodytes, of equatorial Africa, having a
brown-to-black coat, a relatively hairless face with a rounded muzzle, prominent ears, and
hands adapted for knuckle-walking, noted for its intelligence and humanlike behavior: now
chimpanzee greatly reduced in number and threatened with extinction in the wild.
collective
forming a whole; combined
commercial
of, relating to, or characteristic of commerce.
compassion a feeling of deep sympathy and sorrow for another who is stricken by misfortune,
accompanied by a strong desire to alleviate the suffering.
complexion the natural color, texture, and appearance of the skin, especially of the face
to give (money, time, knowledge, assistance, etc.) to a common supply, fund, etc., as for
contribute charitable purposes.
a distinct part of anything arranged in divisions; a division of a complex whole or organized
department system.
discipline
training to act in accordance with rules; drill
a person who washes dishes; a machine for washing dishes, kitchen utensils, etc.,
dishwasher automatically or manually.
a project undertaken or to be undertaken, especially one that is important or difficult or that
enterprise requires boldness or energy
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enthusiasm absorbing or controlling possession of the mind by any interest or pursuit; lively interest
excellence the fact or state of excelling; superiority; eminence
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exhilarate
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to enliven; invigorate; stimulate
a test, trial, or tentative procedure; an act or operation for the purpose of discovering
experiment something unknown or of testing a principle, supposition, etc.
foundation the basis or groundwork of anything
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illustrate
a lack of ability to read and write
to furnish (a book, magazine, etc.) with drawings, pictures, or other artwork intended for
explanation, elucidation, or adornment.
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imperative
implacable
inaccurate
inadequate
inaugurate
absolutely necessary or required; unavoidable
not to be appeased, mollified, or pacified; inexorable
not accurate; incorrect or untrue.
not adequate or sufficient; inept or unsuitable
to make a formal beginning of; initiate; commence; begin
There are many biological research studies that have not been funded.
Jane Goodall is known to be the foremost chimpanzee expert.
We want the best for our city, we will achieve it in a collective manner.
Many commercial treaties have been signed between Mexico and the United States.
But God through his compassion never tests us with more than we can bear.
I fell in love with her hair, her eyes and her beautiful complexion.
In order to make our city more beautiful we must all contribute to the task.
Officials from the department of Homeland Security declined interview requests.
I was given a strict military discipline as a teenager in the JROTC program.
All the dishes were dirty and I put them all in the dishwasher.
We decided to partake in an intrepid enterprise across the country.
He shows marked enthusiasm for his studies.
I have learned from past experience that excellence is a choice and not a trait.
I choose to exercise early in the morning to exhilarate my senses in order to stay sharp
the rest of the day.
I was interested in this experiment, both as a writer and a teacher of writing.
Family values are the core and foundation of society in our city.
Some third world countries have a high illiteracy rate, however, work is being done to
eradicate it.
I used the material to illustrate the message of the lesson to the alumni.
It is imperative to type in the administrator username and password to access the
computer.
I was astonished by the commandants implacable attitude.
The detective was given inaccurate information as he was building up the case.
The time allotted for the presentation was inadequate.
The first Nobel was invited to inaugurate the fair.
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of, pertaining to, of the nature of, or resulting from industry
mathematic of, relating to, or of the nature of mathematics
melancholy a gloomy state of mind, especially when habitual or prolonged; depression.
motivation the act or an instance of motivating, or providing with a reason to act in a certain way
of or relating to a single or specific person, thing, group, class, occasion, etc., rather than to
particular
others or all; special rather than general.
passionate having, compelled by, or ruled by intense emotion or strong feeling; fervid
the act of moving along or proceeding in orderly succession or in a formal and ceremonious
procession manner, as a line of people, animals, vehicles, etc.
a high point of land or rock projecting into the sea or other water beyond the line of coast; a
promontory headland.
protective having the quality or function of protecting
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the act of reflecting, as in casting back a light or heat, mirroring, or giving back or showing an
reflection
image; the state of being reflected in this way.
Republican (initial capital letter) of or relating to the Republican Party.
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soundtrack the narrow band on one or both sides of a motion-picture film on which sound is recorded.
strawberry a sweet soft red fruit with a seed-studded surface.
successful achieving or having achieved success.
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an establishment where meals are served to customers.
succession the coming of one person or thing after another in order, sequence, or in the course of events
successive following in order or in uninterrupted sequence; consecutive
a device, including a relay actuated by thermal conduction or convection, that functions to
establish and maintain a desired temperature automatically or signals a change in temperature
thermostat for manual adjustment.
circulatory to move in a circle or circuit; move or pass through a circuit back to the starting point
collaborate to work, one with another; cooperate, as on a literary work
commemorateto serve as a memorial or reminder of
communicateto impart knowledge of; make known
competitive of, pertaining to, involving, or decided by competition
imposing, containing, subject to, or depending on a condition or conditions; not absolute;
conditional made or allowed on certain terms
consumptivetending to consume; destructive; wasteful.
The city of Monterrey is for the most important industrial hub in northern Mexico.
My calculator has a special mathematic function.
The young man felt melancholy as he remembered what was said to him.
The trainer gave me a lot of motivation as I pushed myself in the gym.
Each comic in the series focuses on a particular toy and covers topics like design, use,
and drawbacks.
It makes me feel passionate just thinking about her.
They all marched in procession for the graduation ceremony.
I would like to visit Cleft Island Wilsons Promontory National Park and enjoy its natural
wonder.
Russia and China, among other countries, decided to quarantine visitors with flu
symptoms.
My reflection in the window stares back at me in white glasses.
An example of a Republican is the United States ex president Ronald Reagan.
A restaurant menu is the nexus of a diner, a dinner, a chef and the suitably hospitable
environment in which a meal is served.
But at some point she fails to suppress the soundtrack in her head.
My favorite flavored ice cream is strawberry ice cream.
The fair was a successful event.
Politicians presented a succession of arguments as to why war has been a constant and
may always be.
They were looking for their fifth successive championship.
The thermostat of the heater has to be replaced, it is not working properly.
I became dizzy after staring at the circulatory pattern for a long time.
The plan work as long as we collaborate with each other.
The monument commemorates the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Technology has created different ways in which we can communicate.
It seems like the presidential contest will at least be competitive.
The numbers on the Obama conditional amnesty for young illegal aliens keep rising.
Watching it in public, on the other hand, exposes these films as just another method of
molding of our consumptive urges.
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working or acting together willingly for a common purpose or benefit.
a person who is in charge of planning or of facilitating the occurrence of events or the
coordinator
collaboration of people.
defenseless resistance against attack; protection
difference the state or relation of being different; dissimilarity
disapproval the act or state of disapproving; a condemnatory feeling, look, or utterance; censure
discernible capable of being discerned; distinguishable.
Even when pharmacists are cooperative, asking for personal information, is an
unnecessary invasion of privacy.
I had an interview with the English departments coordinator.
I think she's sincerely confused about the difference between insurance, and
prepayment.
The administration voted in disapproval of the petition that was made.
A small boat was clearly discernible in the middle of the lake
discontinue to put an end to; stop; terminate
the state or quality of being discrepant or in disagreement, as by displaying an unexpected or
discrepancy
unacceptable difference; inconsistency
the predominant or prevailing tendency of one's spirits; natural mental and emotional outlook
disposition
or mood; characteristic attitude
examination the act of examining or state of being examined
exhortation a communication strongly urging that something be done
exterminate to get rid of by destroying; destroy totally; extirpate
germination to begin to grow or develop.
hardworking industrious; zealous
hospitalize to place in a hospital for medical care or observation
immigration the act of immigrating.
incessantly continuing without interruption; ceaseless; unending
incredulous not credulous; disinclined or indisposed to believe; skeptical.
not influenced or controlled by others in matters of opinion, conduct, etc.; thinking or acting for
independent oneself
information
knowledge communicated or received concerning a particular fact or circumstance; news
Microsoft announced it will discontinue its windows XP product.
inquisitive
They possess a way of looking that is inquisitive but not curious.
Direct yourself to human resources if there is a discrepancy in the receipt.
She is known to have a friendly disposition.
The examination will continue in half hour.
After we lost the game, our coach gave us an exhortation to try harder.
There is a pest problem here and we will need to exterminate the plague.
Watering the seeds is what starts the germination process.
He was always known to be a hardworking family man.
The doctor decided to hospitalize the patient.
The immigration rate increased in the last ten months.
Jeremy worked on the painting incessantly.
I was not inclined to believe that incredulous explanation.
She was independent in her thinking.
We believe the information is valuable to the investigation.
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given to inquiry, research, or asking questions; eager for knowledge; intellectually curious
having good understanding or a high mental capacity; quick to comprehend, as persons or
intelligent
animals
irrevocable not to be revoked or recalled; unable to be repealed or annulled; unalterable
capable of being justified; that can be shown to be or can be defended as being just, right, or
justifiable
warranted; defensible
momentarily For a moment; briefly
nonexistent absence of existence.
opportunity an appropriate or favorable time or occasion
persistence the act of refusing to stop or be changed
The question remains weather there is intelligent life in other planets.
For some, the stain of humiliation can indeed be irrevocable.
We determined the mans actions were justifiable.
during the race the runners were able to stop momentarily to rehydrate
She tends to worry over nonexistent dangers.
Their meeting afforded an opportunity to exchange views.
For days, the girl practiced her flip turns, her persistence helped her win.
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personality the visible aspect of one's character as it impresses others
perspective a technique of depicting volumes and spatial relationships on a flat surface.
pertaining to or characterized by pessimism or the tendency to expect only bad outcomes;
pessimistic
gloomy; joyless; unhopeful
possession the act or fact of possessing. ownership.
preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to
another word or element in the clause
publication the act of publishing a book, periodical, map, piece of music, engraving, or the like.
I wanted to introduce all of the elements of her personality and celebrate her legacy.
One perspective that seems to have been ignored is the role of the guards.
His pessimistic outlook kept him from applying for jobs for which he was perfectly
qualified.
I keep friendship as my most valuable possession
requirement that which is required; a thing demanded or obligatory
This requirement is not a matter of British law, simply a decision by the lady in charge.
It is difficult for me to use the preposition "at".
The resultant interview is the longest he has ever granted to any publication.
resignation
With no other option, Law tendered his resignation to Pope John Paul II and slinked off
to Rome.
spendthrift
If this is a pinchpenny conservative, what is a spendthrift liberal?
You will have to forgive him for labeling more than one destination in such a superlative
superlative of the highest kind, quality, or order; surpassing all else or others; supreme; extreme
fashion.
a large retail market that sells food and other household goods and that is usually operated on The supermarket in town has made sure to stock up on staples like bottled water, just in
supermarket a self-service basis.
case.
sympathetic characterized by, proceeding from, exhibiting, or feeling sympathy; sympathizing;
compassionate
He is lean, well muscled, the complexion of a hazel nut, with black, sympathetic eyes.
a formal statement, document, etc., stating that one gives up an office, position, etc.
a person who spends possessions or money extravagantly or wastefully; prodigal.
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synchronize to cause to indicate the same time, as one timepiece with another
transparent having the property of transmitting rays of light through its substance so that bodies situated
beyond or behind can be distinctly seen.
abnormality an abnormal condition, state, or quality; irregularity; deviation.
accumulative
tending to accumulate or arising from accumulation; cumulative.
acquaintance
a person known to one, but usually not a close friend.
He had been occupied in attempting to synchronize clocks from a standard clock.
affectionate showing, indicating, or characterized by affection or love; fondly tender
Campaign staffers who saw them together, describe a warm, affectionate relationship.
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the commencement of two or more stressed syllables of a word group either with the same
consonant sound or sound group (consonantal alliteration) as in from stem to stern, or with a
vowel sound that may differ from syllable to syllable (vocalic alliteration) as in each to all.
public or formal notice announcing something
announcement
In his practiced hands, legal arcana become as transparent as glass.
Darwin assumed an accumulative influence of external causes in the case of the
production of new varieties or species.
And then she realizes, through an acquaintance, that there is still something better out
there.
The reader will note the alliteration of the l's in the third and fourth lines, and the h's in
the next two.
bitterness despite decades of imprisonment.
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the profession of designing buildings, open areas, communities, and other artificial
constructions and environments, usually with some regard to aesthetic effect. Architecture
architecture
often includes design or selection of furnishings and decorations, supervision of construction
work, and the examination, restoration, or remodeling of existing buildings.
a complete or selective list of works compiled upon some common principle, as authorship,
bibliography subject, place of publication, or printer.
blabbermoutha person who talks too much, especially indiscreetly.
bureaucratic
of, relating to, or characteristic of a bureaucrat or a bureaucracy; arbitrary and routine.
something canceled, as a reservation for a hotel room, airplane ticket, allowing someone else
cancellation to obtain the accommodation.
cartographer
a person engaged in cartography, or the production of maps.
commencement
an act or instance of commencing; beginning
a school giving instruction in one or more of the fine or dramatic arts; specifically, a school of
conservatorymusic.
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informal interchange of thoughts, information, etc., by spoken words; oral communication
conversation between persons; talk; colloquy.
cosmopolitanbelonging to all the world; not limited to just one part of the world.
decongestant
of or relating to a substance that relieves mucus congestion of the upper respiratory tract.
disadvantageabsence or deprivation of advantage or equality.
disconsolate without consolation or solace; hopelessly unhappy; inconsolable
effortlessly requiring or involving no effort; displaying no signs of effort; easy.
emancipation
the act of emancipating or to free from restraint, influence, or the like.
emphatically uttered, or to be uttered, with emphasis; strongly expressive
an informational resource containing articles on various topics, usually in alphabetical
arrangement, covering all branches of knowledge or, less commonly, all aspects of one
encyclopediasubject.
fermentation a change brought about by a ferment, as yeast enzymes, which convert grape sugar into ethyl
alcohol.
frenetically desperate or wild with excitement, passion, fear, pain, etc.; frenzied.
Educated in China, Nga, who now goes by Hang Nga, got her Ph.D. in architecture from
the University of Moscow.
Tyler does not provide us with a bibliography, although his extensive notes include many
books on Israel and its neighbors.
There seems to be a blabbermouth agent in the department.
Partly this is just the bureaucratic imperative of any large organization.
I have been asked to express my thoughts on the cancellation of All My Children this fall.
Magellan has got to be one of the most popular explorers and cartographers of the 15th
century.
The commencement ceremony will start after 7 p.m.
Born in Erie, Pennsylvania, he earned a degree in fine arts from the renowned Boston
conservatory of Music.
But at a consistorial meeting of cardinals in Vatican City on Monday, Francis made his
case.
Mexico is a country at crisis and a constituency torn over controversial issues.
She launched straight into the conversation of catching up on old times right there.
There are plenty of cosmopolitan figures in the film industry.
The doctor prescribed a decongestant to the patient.
The disadvantage for the borough is its location in a big blue state.
The man was disconsolate after loosing his job.
The lesson was given effortlessly.
The Emancipation Proclamation led the way to total abolition of slavery in the United
States.
In Japan, our power won and emphatically ended the war, all right.
I used to read encyclopedia Britannica and that book has gone out of style.
Sorghum juice can be extracted for fermentation and distillation without damaging the
grain.
The crowd cheered frenetically during the suspenseful competition.
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geographical of or relating to the natural features, population, industries, etc., of a region or regions.
governmental
the form or system of rule by which a state, community, etc., is governed
hippopotamus
a large herbivorous mammal, Hippopotamus amphibious, found naturally in Africa.
idiosyncrasy a characteristic, habit, mannerism, or the like, that is peculiar to an individual.
inexplicable that cannot be explained or understood
intermediate being, situated, or acting between two points, stages, things, persons, etc.
interviewing a formal meeting in which one or more persons question, consult, or evaluate another person
irresistible not resistible; incapable of being resisted or withstood
jurisdiction
the right, power, or authority to administer justice by hearing and determining controversies.
A line transcending all biological and geographical boundaries is dividing the people.
The difference across the region is what kind of governmental structure each ruler has
created.
The hippopotamus is known to be a violent mammal towards humans.
Long and often did Lorna puzzle over this idiosyncrasy of her father.
What we saw on the sky was inexplicable
We need to do a much better job teaching science, particularly in the elementary and
intermediate schools.
On Monday night another group of journalists was allowed to interview her.
On the Straight Talk Express he was still an irresistible charmer.
Palestinian police only have jurisdiction in about 22 percent of the West Bank.
anything that constantly changes, as in color and pattern
kaleidoscope
manipulativepurposes
occasionally now and then; once in a while
organization the act or process of organizing the administrative personnel or apparatus of a business.
used for emphasizing that something refers especially to one specific person, thing, or
particularly
situation
pediatrician a physician who specializes in pediatrics.
Pennsylvaniaa state in the E United States. 45,333 sq. mi. (117,410 sq. km).
a city in SE Pennsylvania, on the Delaware River: Declaration of Independence signed here
Philadelphia July 4, 1776.
professional following an occupation as a means of livelihood or for gain:
sacrilegious disrespectful toward a sacred person, place, or thing
simultaneousat the same time
solicitously showing concern or care for someone's health, happiness, etc.
subterraneanexisting, situated, or operating below the surface of the earth; underground.
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unemployment
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an impractical idea; something visionary and unrealistic.
They described their friends as manipulative, just waiting for the appropriate moment to
exact revenge.
We occasionally go to the movies on Sunday.
These activists might be able to make money for their organization.
Regional policy has become a hot political issue, particularly in the past decade
As pediatrician, I have to ask my patients a lot of personal questions.
The former Pennsylvania senator has steadily grown in stature.
I would like to go to Philadelphia and try a philly cheese steak.
Other studies have found that professional football players have a life expectancy in the
mid-50s.
It is considered sacrilegious to keep your hat in inside the church.
The players moved in simultaneous coordination.
"Are you feeling alright?", the general asked solicitously.
This three-dimensional complex of surface closed depressions, subterranean conduits,
caves, and springs is known as karst terrain.
It goes without saying that Ms. Solomon sees a fair share of supplication this time of
year.
Automation poses a threat of unemployment for many unskilled workers.
Only someone already painfully unable to deal with abstraction would draw such a
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to make or become acid; convert into an acid.
a paid announcement, as of goods for sale, in newspapers or magazines, on radio or
advertisement
television, etc.
animalization
to excite the animal passions of; brutalize; sensualize.
any of certain compounds or medicines that neutralize or inhibit the effect of histamine in the
antihistaminebody, used chiefly in the treatment of allergic disorders and colds.
near or approaching a certain state, condition, goal, or standard.
approximately
In other words, neither offered any concrete basis for accommodation.
The acidification of the Sulphur by nitric or nitro-muriatic acid is likewise a slow and
unpleasant operation.
The news of this event will receive wide advertisement.
A discerning one might easily regard himself at present as the animalization of God.
Antihistamine cough syrup was what the doctor prescribed.
unique, full-fledged organizations.
architectural of or relating to architecture; the result or product of architectural work, as a building.
authorization permission or power granted by an authority; sanction
Congress might vote on the authorization of force measure as soon as December.
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autocephalous
churches.
autoinfection reinfection by a pathogen that is already in the body.
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the imparting or interchange of thoughts, opinions, or information by speech, writing, or signs.
communication
the patients symptoms are due to an autoinfection of the wound.
First there's the SCRAM system, it automatically ejects the control rods into the core and
shuts the plant down.
Pi is officially defined as the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter.
Our communication is locked into a pattern that feels social and conscious, but is mostly
neurological.
communicative
inclined to communicate or impart; talkative
Recurrent sociological interpretations emphasize the communicative value of crying.
complimentary
of the nature of, conveying, or expressing a compliment, often one that is politely flattering
She gave me a complimentary ticket for the movies.
This is nostalgia as a recording exercise rather than a lesson in empathy or
comprehension.
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perception or understanding; power to grasp ideas; ability to know.
confrontation
an open conflict of opposing ideas, forces, etc.
conspicuously
very noticeable or easy to see, especially because of being unusual or different
a group or configuration of ideas, feelings, characteristics, objects, etc., that are related in
constellation some way
of, relating to, or characteristic of controversy, or prolonged public dispute, debate, or
controversial contention; polemical
correspondent
a person who communicates by letters.
The masses are subject to the Autocephalous church of the region.
Make no mistake, Mr. Obama is being pushed and pulled into a confrontation with Iran.
She might have felt less conspicuous if there had been other women there too
By the end of the book the stars converge into a constellation.
controversial rapper M.I.A. is reportedly working on a collaborative project with Versace.
Previously, she was a correspondent for The Wall Street Journal in Hong Kong and New
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a description or explanation, as of a process, illustrated by examples, specimens, or the like
determinationthe act of coming to a decision or of fixing or settling a purpose.
But he dove right back in with a demonstration of the difference between empathy and
sympathy.
But she respects grit and determination, in allies and opponents alike.
something established; a constituted order or system.
establishment
Among its findings was the establishment of 363 new Patriot groups last year alone.
extraordinarybeyond what is usual, ordinary, regular, or established
hyperactivity
the condition of being hyperactive.
not influenced or controlled by others in matters of opinion, conduct, etc.; thinking or acting for
independently
oneself
indescribablenot describable; too extraordinary for description
We should not give up this extraordinary chance to see what can be cooked up.
ADHD is a chronic condition that includes difficulty sustaining attention, hyperactivity and
impulsive behavior.
informational knowledge communicated or received concerning a particular fact or circumstance; news:
The senior AIPAC official said the conversation with the White House was informational.
As citizens of a multiethnic country that is only about 60 percent ethnic Persian, every
Iranian instinctively understands this.
instinctively of, relating to, or of the nature of instinct.
interrogative of, relating to, or conveying a question.
Massachusetts
a state in the NE United States, on the Atlantic coast.
an expert or specialist in mathematics.
mathematician
metacognition
awareness and understanding of one's own thought processes.
metamorphosis
a change in form; especially, the change of some animals
any organism too small to be viewed by the unaided eye, as bacteria, protozoa, and some
microorganism
fungi and algae.
mummification
to make (a dead body) into a mummy, as by embalming and drying.
paraphernaliaEquipment, apparatus, or furnishing used in or necessary for a particular activity
participation an act or instance of participating.
any member of a class of words used before nouns, pronouns, or other substantives to form
prepositional phrases.
the act or result of producing the sounds of speech, including articulation, stress, and
intonation, often with reference to some standard of correctness or acceptability: They are
pronunciation
quadrilateral
having four sides.
He took the decision independently.
The play was a scene of indescribable confusion
The accent was interrogative, although it was plain that only one answer was expected.
Instead, the senator from Massachusetts wants students to be able to refinance federal
student loans.
I had done my duty not only as a writer, but also a mathematician : exhausted all
possibilities.
She has also examined closed-head injury with respect to working memory,
metacognition , and reading ability.
The butterfly had a complete metamorphosis.
A microorganism which apparently has a specific relationship to Rocky Mountain spotted
fever.
mummification was probably an invention of the Osirian cult.
I also have Wonder Woman paraphernalia from when I wrote five issues of the comic,
and pictures of my husband and kids.
Sid Vicious began the age of participation in which everyone could be the artist.
We learned today that a prepositional phrase begins with a preposition.
It always surprises you to hear the Arabic pronunciation of words that have entered
American parlance.
Though rival editors facing our way, they had not been admitted to the quadrilateral.
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a list of questions, usually printed, submitted for replies that can be analyzed for usable
questionnaireinformation
radioactivity the emission of ionizing radiation or particles caused by the spontaneous disintegration of
atomic nuclei.
stratocumulus
a cloud of a class characterized by large dark, rounded masses
surreptitious obtained, done, made, etc., by stealth; secret or unauthorized; clandestine:
technological
of or relating to technology; relating to science and industry.
unforgettableso important, beautiful, shocking that cannot be forgotten
unpredictablenot predictable; not to be foreseen or foretold
A questionnaire was sent to parishes across the world to develop the agenda.
Early studies of radioactivity revealed that certain atomic nuclei were naturally
radioactive.
the stratocumulus clouds could be seen for miles.
technological advances are bringing populations from all corners of the globe together.
We had an unforgettable graduation party
The weather in some places is unpredictable.