Killers Of The Flowers Moon Flashcards
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Burry
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Certainly! The word “burry” primarily has two meanings, though one is much more common than the other.
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Adjective - Having burrs: This is the primary and most common meaning. It describes something that is full of burrs (small, prickly seeds or seed cases that stick to fur or clothing).
- Example: “The dog’s fur was burry after running through the fields.”
- Verb (Less Common): An alternative, though not widely accepted, form of “bury,” which means to place something underground. However, this usage is archaic and generally considered a misspelling.
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Adjective: Burry
- Example: “The burry surface of the fabric made it uncomfortable to wear.”
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Negative Form: Not burry
- Example: “The fabric was smooth and not burry at all.”
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Adverb Form: Burrily (rarely used)
- Example: “The plant grew burrily in the rough terrain.” (Note: This usage is very uncommon and may not be recognized in all contexts.)
- Past Form: Not applicable as “burry” is primarily an adjective.
- Past Participle Form: Not applicable for the same reason.
- Prickly
- Thorny
- Spiky
- Barbed
- Smooth
- Soft
- Sleek
- Adjective: “After walking through the field, his socks were covered with burry seeds.”
- Negative Form: “The newly developed strain of plant is not burry and can be harvested more easily.”
- Adverb (hypothetical usage): “The burrily growing plant was difficult to remove from the garden.”
It’s important to recognize that “burry” is not commonly used in everyday language, and its adverb form “burrily” is almost nonexistent in modern usage. Most people would describe something covered in burrs with more common terms like “prickly” or “spiky.”
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Chauffeur
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Certainly! The word “chauffeur” primarily functions as both a noun and a verb. Here’s an in-depth look at its meanings, forms, and usage:
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Noun: A person employed to drive a private or hired car.
- Example: “She hired a chauffeur to drive her to the airport.”
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Verb: To drive someone in a private or hired car.
- Example: “He chauffeured the guests to the wedding venue.”
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Adjective: Chauffeured
- Example: “They enjoyed a chauffeured ride around the city.”
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Negative Form: Non-chauffeur (noun), Non-chauffeured (adjective)
- Example: “He prefers to drive himself and does not need a chauffeur.” (noun)
- Example: “They had a non-chauffeured experience, driving their own car.” (adjective)
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Adverb Form: Chauffeurlessly (not commonly used)
- Example: “They traveled chauffeurlessly through the countryside.” (Note: This usage is very uncommon and may not be recognized in all contexts.)
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Past Form: Chauffeured
- Example: “She chauffeured her boss to the meeting.”
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Past Participle Form: Chauffeured
- Example: “The guests were chauffeured to the gala.”
- Driver
- Motorist
- Operator
- Conductor
- Passenger
- Rider
- Noun: “The chauffeur opened the door for his passengers with a courteous smile.”
- Verb: “He chauffeured the dignitaries to the official event.”
- Adjective: “They enjoyed the comfort of a chauffeured limousine for their anniversary.”
- Negative Form (Noun): “As a non-chauffeur, he was responsible for all his own travel arrangements.”
- Negative Form (Adjective): “They had a non-chauffeured day out, driving their own car.”
- Adverb (Hypothetical usage): “They traveled chauffeurlessly, preferring the freedom of driving themselves.”
- Past Form: “She chauffeured her friends around the city during their visit.”
- Past Participle Form: “The celebrities were chauffeured to the award ceremony in style.”
By understanding these various forms and examples, you can effectively use the word “chauffeur” in different contexts.
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Bidding
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Certainly! The word “bidding” can be used as both a noun and a verb. Here’s a detailed look at its meanings, forms, and usage:
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Noun:
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An offer to pay a particular amount of money for something, especially at an auction.
- Example: “The highest bidding at the auction was $1,000.”
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A command or order.
- Example: “At her bidding, the servants prepared the feast.”
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An offer to pay a particular amount of money for something, especially at an auction.
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Verb (Present participle of “bid”):
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Making an offer to pay a particular amount for something, especially at an auction.
- Example: “He is currently bidding on a rare painting.”
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Making an offer to pay a particular amount for something, especially at an auction.
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Adjective: Bidding (used in present participle form to describe ongoing action)
- Example: “The bidding war intensified as the auction progressed.”
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Negative Form: Non-bidding (noun/adjective), Not bidding (verb)
- Example: “He was a non-bidding participant at the auction.” (noun/adjective)
- Example: “She is not bidding on any items today.” (verb)
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Adverb Form: Biddingly (rarely used)
- Example: “He spoke biddingly, asking them to follow his instructions.”
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Past Form: Bid (verb)
- Example: “He bid $500 for the antique vase.”
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Past Participle Form: Bid (verb)
- Example: “She had bid on several items before the auction ended.”
- Auctioning
- Offering
- Proposing
- Commanding (when used in the context of giving orders)
- Ordering
- Withdrawing (in the context of making offers)
- Ignoring (in the context of responding to orders)
- Noun: “The intense bidding resulted in a record-breaking sale.”
- Verb: “She is bidding on several items in the online auction.”
- Adjective: “The bidding process was competitive and exciting.”
- Negative Form (Noun/Adjective): “He attended the auction as a non-bidding observer.”
- Negative Form (Verb): “They are not bidding on any properties this year.”
- Adverb (Hypothetical usage): “He spoke biddingly to ensure his orders were followed.”
- Past Form: “He bid $200 for the rare book.”
- Past Participle Form: “She had bid on many items before winning the painting.”
By understanding these various forms and examples, you can effectively use the word “bidding” in different contexts.
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Crew
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Certainly! The word “crew” can be used as both a noun and a verb. Here’s a detailed look at its meanings, forms, and usage:
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Noun:
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A group of people who work on and operate a ship, aircraft, or train.
- Example: “The ship’s crew prepared for the long journey.”
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A group of people working together on a task or project.
- Example: “The film crew set up their equipment.”
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A sports team, particularly in rowing.
- Example: “The crew team practiced daily on the river.”
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A group of people who work on and operate a ship, aircraft, or train.
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Verb:
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To serve as a member of a crew.
- Example: “He crewed on a fishing boat for several years.”
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To serve as a member of a crew.
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Adjective: Crewed (pertaining to being staffed with a crew)
- Example: “The fully crewed ship set sail at dawn.”
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Negative Form: Uncrewed (adjective), Non-crewing (adjective/verb)
- Example: “The uncrewed drone completed its flight mission.” (adjective)
- Example: “The ship was non-crewing due to the automation.” (adjective/verb)
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Adverb Form: Crewlessly (hypothetical, not commonly used)
- Example: “The spacecraft operated crewlessly on its mission to Mars.”
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Past Form: Crewed
- Example: “He crewed on several yachts during his career.”
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Past Participle Form: Crewed
- Example: “The mission was crewed by experienced astronauts.”
- Team
- Staff
- Workforce
- Group
- Personnel
- Individual
- Lone
- Solo
- Noun: “The crew of the airplane ensured all passengers were safe.”
- Verb: “She crewed on a sailing ship during her gap year.”
- Adjective: “The fully crewed vessel was ready for departure.”
- Negative Form (Adjective): “The uncrewed vehicle was controlled remotely.”
- Adverb (Hypothetical usage): “The vehicle was designed to operate crewlessly in harsh environments.”
- Past Form: “They crewed the lifeboats during the emergency.”
- Past Participle Form: “The project was crewed by a dedicated team of engineers.”
By understanding these various forms and examples, you can effectively use the word “crew” in different contexts.
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Pipeline
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Certainly! The word “pipeline” is primarily used as a noun, but it can also function as a verb in certain contexts. Here’s a detailed look at its meanings, forms, and usage:
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Noun:
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A long pipe, typically underground, used for transporting oil, gas, or other liquids over long distances.
- Example: “The oil pipeline stretches across several states.”
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A channel or system for the supply or distribution of goods, information, or other resources.
- Example: “The company has a strong pipeline of new products.”
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A line of communication or supply.
- Example: “They have a direct pipeline to the latest technological advancements.”
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A long pipe, typically underground, used for transporting oil, gas, or other liquids over long distances.
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Verb:
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To convey something by or as if by pipeline.
- Example: “Data is pipelined from the main server to the client application.”
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To convey something by or as if by pipeline.
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Adjective: Pipelined (related to something that has been or is being transported via a pipeline or processed in a sequential manner)
- Example: “The pipelined project is expected to launch next quarter.”
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Negative Form: Unpipelined (adjective), Not pipelined (verb)
- Example: “The unpipelined approach led to delays in the project.” (adjective)
- Example: “The information is not pipelined correctly, causing interruptions.” (verb)
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Adverb Form: Pipeliningly (hypothetical, not commonly used)
- Example: “The data was processed pipeliningly through the system.”
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Past Form: Pipelined
- Example: “They pipelined the oil from the refinery to the port.”
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Past Participle Form: Pipelined
- Example: “The water was pipelined from the reservoir to the city.”
- Conduit
- Channel
- Transmission line
- Supply line
- Flow line
- Blockage
- Obstruction
- Bottleneck
- Disconnection
- Noun: “The natural gas pipeline requires regular maintenance.”
- Verb: “They pipelined the data to ensure smooth communication between the servers.”
- Adjective: “The pipelined resources were allocated to various departments.”
- Negative Form (Adjective): “The unpipelined network caused significant delays in data transmission.”
- Adverb (Hypothetical usage): “The tasks were completed pipeliningly to maintain efficiency.”
- Past Form: “They pipelined the raw materials to the manufacturing plant.”
- Past Participle Form: “The updates were pipelined directly to the end-users’ devices.”
By understanding these various forms and examples, you can effectively use the word “pipeline” in different contexts.
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Whose
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Certainly! The word “whose” is a pronoun and determiner used primarily to show possession or relationship. Here’s a detailed look at its meanings, forms, and usage:
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Pronoun/Determiner:
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Used to ask which person (or people) owns or is associated with something.
- Example: “Whose book is this?”
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Used to introduce a clause giving more information about a person or people mentioned.
- Example: “The man whose car was stolen reported it to the police.”
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Used to ask which person (or people) owns or is associated with something.
Since “whose” is a pronoun/determiner used to indicate possession, it doesn’t have typical adjective, adverb, past, or past participle forms. Instead, it functions within sentences to connect possession or association.
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Adjective: Not applicable directly as “whose” itself can act like an adjective in a possessive sense.
- Example: “Whose umbrella did you borrow?”
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Negative Form: There isn’t a direct negative form for “whose.” Instead, negation would typically occur in the structure of the sentence.
- Example: “I don’t know whose keys these are.”
- Adverb Form: Not applicable.
- Past Form: Not applicable.
- Past Participle Form: Not applicable.
- Of which
- Belonging to whom
There isn’t a direct antonym for “whose,” as it is a specific possessive pronoun. However, non-possessive forms would be indirect contrasts.
- Not related
- Not belonging
- Question: “Whose jacket is lying on the floor?”
- Statement: “She met a man whose ideas fascinated her.”
- Possession: “Whose car is blocking the driveway?”
- Introduction to a clause: “The house, whose windows were broken, looked abandoned.”
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Asking Questions: Use “whose” to inquire about ownership or association.
- “Whose phone is this?”
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Introducing Clauses: Use “whose” to add information about someone already mentioned.
- “The artist whose work you admire is hosting an exhibition.”
By understanding these examples and uses, you can effectively use “whose” in different contexts to indicate possession or association.
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Cattle
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Certainly! The word “cattle” is primarily used as a noun. Here’s a detailed look at its meanings, forms, and usage:
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Noun:
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Domesticated bovine animals kept for milk or meat production.
- Example: “The farmer has a herd of cattle.”
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Can refer to a group of bovine animals, regardless of their number or gender.
- Example: “Cattle are grazing in the field.”
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Domesticated bovine animals kept for milk or meat production.
Since “cattle” is a collective noun used to describe a group of bovine animals, it does not have typical adjective, adverb, past, or past participle forms. However, we can derive related forms and usage:
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Adjective: Related adjectives include “bovine” or “cattle-related”.
- Example: “Bovine diseases can affect cattle health.”
- Example: “Cattle-related industries are crucial to the economy.”
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Negative Form: There isn’t a direct negative form for “cattle,” but we can express the absence of cattle.
- Example: “The field was empty, with no cattle in sight.”
- Adverb Form: Not applicable.
- Past Form: Not applicable as “cattle” is a noun.
- Past Participle Form: Not applicable as “cattle” is a noun.
- Livestock
- Herd
- Bovines
- Cows (in a general sense, though “cattle” includes bulls and calves)
There are no direct antonyms for “cattle,” but we can consider animals or concepts that are not related to cattle.
- Wildlife
- Pets
- Predators
- Noun: “The cattle were moved to a new pasture.”
- Adjective: “Bovine tuberculosis is a serious disease affecting cattle.”
- Negative Form: “The farm had no cattle left after the drought.”
- Past Form: Not applicable.
- Past Participle Form: Not applicable.
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Plural Nature: Always treat “cattle” as a plural noun, even though it refers to a group.
- Correct: “The cattle are grazing.”
- Incorrect: “The cattle is grazing.”
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Related Terms: Use related adjectives like “bovine” to describe specific attributes related to cattle.
- “The bovine population has increased this year.”
By understanding these examples and uses, you can effectively use “cattle” in different contexts to refer to domesticated bovine animals collectively.
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Settle
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Certainly! The word “settle” can be used as both a verb and a noun. Here’s a detailed look at its meanings, forms, and usage:
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Verb:
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To resolve or reach an agreement about (a dispute or problem).
- Example: “They finally settled their differences.”
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To establish a residence or community.
- Example: “They settled in a quiet town after retiring.”
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To come to rest in a comfortable position.
- Example: “She settled into her favorite chair.”
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To make or become calm or stable.
- Example: “The dust settled after the explosion.”
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To pay (a debt or bill).
- Example: “He settled the bill at the restaurant.”
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To resolve or reach an agreement about (a dispute or problem).
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Noun (less common usage):
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A long wooden bench with a high back and storage space beneath the seat.
- Example: “The antique settle in the hallway is a family heirloom.”
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A long wooden bench with a high back and storage space beneath the seat.
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Adjective: Settled
- Example: “They live in a settled community.”
- Example: “She felt settled in her new job.”
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Negative Form: Unsettled
- Example: “The situation remains unsettled.”
- Example: “He felt unsettled after the move.”
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Adverb Form: Settledly (rarely used)
- Example: “They discussed the plan settledly and without rush.”
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Past Form: Settled
- Example: “They settled the argument quickly.”
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Past Participle Form: Settled
- Example: “The bill has been settled.”
- Resolve
- Decide
- Establish
- Calm
- Arrange
- Pay
- Dispute
- Unsettle
- Disturb
- Agitate
- Delay
- Verb (Resolve): “They managed to settle the dispute amicably.”
- Verb (Establish): “After traveling for years, they decided to settle in a small village.”
- Verb (Rest): “The bird settled on the branch.”
- Verb (Calm): “The crowd settled down after the announcement.”
- Verb (Pay): “He settled his debts before moving to a new city.”
- Noun: “The old wooden settle in the foyer adds a rustic charm to the house.”
- Adjective: “They are now settled in their new home.”
- Negative Form: “The market remains unsettled due to economic uncertainty.”
- Adverb: “They approached the problem settledly, ensuring every detail was considered.”
- Past Form: “They settled their differences and became friends again.”
- Past Participle Form: “Everything has been settled; there’s no need to worry.”
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Verb Forms: Use “settle” to describe actions related to resolving disputes, establishing homes, calming situations, and paying debts.
- “They settled the lawsuit out of court.”
- “The sediment settled at the bottom of the glass.”
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Adjective Form: Use “settled” to describe something or someone that is stable, established, or resolved.
- “She felt settled in her new job.”
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Negative Form: Use “unsettled” to describe something that is not resolved, stable, or calm.
- “The weather has been unsettled all week.”
By understanding these examples and uses, you can effectively use “settle” in different contexts to convey various meanings related to resolution, establishment, calmness, and payment.
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Run out
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Certainly! The phrase “run out” is a phrasal verb with several meanings and uses. Here’s a detailed look at its meanings, forms, and usage:
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To use up a supply of something.
- Example: “We ran out of milk, so I went to the store.”
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To come to an end or expire.
- Example: “His visa will run out next month.”
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To leave a place quickly, often to escape.
- Example: “She ran out of the room when she heard the noise.”
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In cricket, to dismiss a batsman by hitting the stumps with the ball while the batsman is outside the crease.
- Example: “The batsman was run out by an excellent throw.”
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Adjective: Run-out (often hyphenated when used attributively)
- Example: “We have a run-out supply of materials.”
- Example: “The run-out player was disappointed.”
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Negative Form: Not run out, did not run out
- Example: “We have not run out of resources yet.”
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Adverb Form: Running out
- Example: “They are running out quickly.”
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Past Form: Ran out
- Example: “They ran out of fuel in the middle of the journey.”
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Past Participle Form: Run out
- Example: “The supplies have run out.”
- Deplete
- Exhaust
- Finish
- Use up
- Consume
- Replenish
- Refill
- Restock
- Supply
- To use up a supply: “We’ve run out of paper for the printer.”
- To come to an end or expire: “The coupon ran out yesterday.”
- To leave a place quickly: “He ran out of the building when the fire alarm went off.”
- In cricket: “The player was run out after attempting a risky run.”
- Adjective: “The run-out stock caused a delay in production.”
- Negative Form: “We did not run out of gas during the trip.”
- Adverb Form: “The supplies are running out faster than expected.”
- Past Form: “They ran out of patience after waiting for hours.”
- Past Participle Form: “All the snacks have been run out, and we need to buy more.”
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To Describe Depletion: Use “run out” to describe situations where something is completely used up.
- “They ran out of options and had to make a difficult decision.”
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To Describe Expiration: Use “run out” to indicate when something like time or validity comes to an end.
- “Her subscription ran out last week.”
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To Describe Quick Departure: Use “run out” to describe leaving a place quickly.
- “He ran out when he heard the bad news.”
By understanding these examples and uses, you can effectively use “run out” in different contexts to convey various meanings related to depletion, expiration, quick departure, and specific actions in cricket.
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Wealth
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Certainly! The word “wealth” is primarily used as a noun. Here’s a detailed look at its meanings, forms, and usage:
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An abundance of valuable possessions or money.
- Example: “He amassed great wealth through his successful business ventures.”
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A plentiful supply of a particular desirable thing.
- Example: “The library has a wealth of information on the subject.”
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The state of being rich; material prosperity.
- Example: “She inherited wealth from her grandparents.”
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Adjective: Wealthy (pertaining to having wealth)
- Example: “They live in a wealthy neighborhood.”
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Negative Form: Poverty, Poor (adjective form describing the opposite state of wealth)
- Example: “The region struggled with poverty for many years.”
- Example: “He grew up in a poor family.”
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Adverb Form: Wealthily (pertaining to acting or living in a wealthy manner)
- Example: “They lived wealthily, enjoying the finest things in life.”
- Past Form: Not applicable as “wealth” is a noun.
- Past Participle Form: Not applicable as “wealth” is a noun.
- Affluence
- Prosperity
- Riches
- Fortune
- Assets
- Poverty
- Need
- Destitution
- Scarcity
- Lack
- Abundance of possessions: “His wealth allowed him to travel the world.”
- Plentiful supply: “The forest is a wealth of biodiversity.”
- State of being rich: “Wealth can bring both comfort and responsibility.”
- Adjective: “They moved to a wealthy suburb.”
- Negative Form: “The economic crisis led to widespread poverty.”
- Adverb Form: “They lived wealthily, with large estates and luxurious cars.”
- Synonym Use: “She enjoyed the affluence that her career brought.”
- Antonym Use: “Many charities work to alleviate poverty.”
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Describing Financial Abundance: Use “wealth” to describe large amounts of money or valuable possessions.
- “His wealth increased significantly after he started his own company.”
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Describing a Plentiful Supply: Use “wealth” to describe an abundant supply of non-monetary resources.
- “The museum has a wealth of artifacts from ancient civilizations.”
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Adjective Form: Use “wealthy” to describe someone who has a lot of money or assets.
- “The wealthy businessman donated generously to the charity.”
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Negative Form: Use “poverty” to describe the state of lacking financial resources.
- “Efforts are being made to reduce poverty in urban areas.”
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Adverb Form: Use “wealthily” to describe living or acting in a way that displays wealth.
- “They wealthily supported numerous philanthropic endeavors.”
By understanding these examples and uses, you can effectively use “wealth” in different contexts to convey various meanings related to financial abundance, material prosperity, and plentiful supply.
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Famine
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Certainly! The word “famine” is primarily used as a noun. Here’s a detailed look at its meanings, forms, and usage:
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Extreme scarcity of food in a region, leading to widespread hunger and starvation.
- Example: “The famine in the region was caused by drought and crop failure.”
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Adjective: Famine-stricken (describing a region affected by famine)
- Example: “The famine-stricken village desperately needed humanitarian aid.”
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Negative Form: Abundance, Plenty (describing the opposite state of famine)
- Example: “After the harvest, the region enjoyed an abundance of food.”
- Example: “The market was filled with plenty of fresh produce.”
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Adverb Form: Famine-lessly (hypothetical, not commonly used)
- Example: “Despite the economic crisis, they managed to live famine-lessly.”
- Past Form: Not applicable as “famine” is a noun.
- Past Participle Form: Not applicable as “famine” is a noun.
- Starvation
- Hunger
- Scarcity
- Dearth
- Food shortage
- Abundance
- Plenty
- Surplus
- Satiation
- Fullness
- Noun: “The famine in the country led to widespread suffering.”
- Adjective: “The famine-stricken region received international aid.”
- Negative Form: “After the successful harvest, there was no longer any fear of famine.”
- Adverb Form: “Despite the challenges, they managed to live famine-lessly.”
- Synonym Use: “The famine resulted in widespread starvation and malnutrition.”
- Antonym Use: “Following years of plenty, the famine brought hardship to the region.”
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Describing Extreme Food Scarcity: Use “famine” to describe situations where there is a severe shortage of food leading to hunger and starvation.
- “The government declared a state of emergency due to the famine.”
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Adjective Form: Use “famine-stricken” to describe regions or areas affected by famine.
- “The famine-stricken village desperately needs humanitarian assistance.”
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Negative Form: Use words like “abundance” or “plenty” to describe the opposite state of having ample food resources.
- “Following a successful harvest, there was an abundance of food in the region.”
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Adverb Form: Though not commonly used, “famine-lessly” could theoretically describe living without experiencing famine.
- “Despite the challenges, they managed to live famine-lessly.”
By understanding these examples and uses, you can effectively use “famine” in different contexts to convey the severe scarcity of food and its devastating effects.
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Big-hearted
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Certainly! The term “big-hearted” is primarily used as an adjective to describe someone who is kind, generous, and compassionate. Here’s a detailed look at its meanings, forms, and usage:
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Adjective:
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Kind, generous, and compassionate.
- Example: “She is known for her big-hearted nature, always willing to help those in need.”
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Kind, generous, and compassionate.
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Adjective: Big-hearted (describing someone who possesses these qualities)
- Example: “He has a big-hearted personality, always ready to lend a helping hand.”
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Negative Form: Small-hearted, Mean-spirited (describing someone lacking these qualities)
- Example: “It’s disappointing to encounter small-hearted individuals who refuse to help others.”
- Example: “His mean-spirited behavior contrasts sharply with her big-heartedness.”
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Adverb Form: Big-heartedly (describing actions performed with kindness and generosity)
- Example: “He big-heartedly donated a significant amount to the charity.”
- Past Form: Not applicable as “big-hearted” is an adjective.
- Past Participle Form: Not applicable as “big-hearted” is an adjective.
- Generous
- Kind-hearted
- Benevolent
- Compassionate
- Altruistic
- Selfish
- Mean-spirited
- Stingy
- Uncharitable
- Cold-hearted
- Adjective: “She has a big-hearted personality and is always there for her friends.”
- Negative Form: “It’s disappointing to encounter small-hearted individuals who lack empathy.”
- Adverb Form: “He big-heartedly donated a portion of his salary to the local food bank.”
- Synonym Use: “Her generous donations to the charity reflect her big-hearted nature.”
- Antonym Use: “His selfish actions stood in stark contrast to her big-heartedness.”
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Describing Kindness and Generosity: Use “big-hearted” to describe individuals who consistently demonstrate kindness, generosity, and compassion towards others.
- “His big-hearted nature makes him a beloved member of the community.”
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Comparing with Negative Forms: Use “small-hearted” or “mean-spirited” to contrast individuals who lack these qualities.
- “Her big-heartedness stands in contrast to the small-heartedness of some of her colleagues.”
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Adverb Form: Use “big-heartedly” to describe actions performed with kindness and generosity.
- “She big-heartedly volunteered to organize the charity event.”
By understanding these examples and uses, you can effectively use “big-hearted” in different contexts to convey someone’s kind and generous nature.
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Bloodshed
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Certainly! The word “bloodshed” is primarily used as a noun. Here’s a detailed look at its meanings, forms, and usage:
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The act of shedding blood, especially as a result of violence or warfare.
- Example: “The conflict led to widespread bloodshed.”
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Adjective: Bloodshed (used attributively to describe nouns)
- Example: “The bloodshed conflict lasted for years.”
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Negative Form: Peace, Nonviolence (describing the absence of bloodshed)
- Example: “They worked tirelessly to promote peace and prevent bloodshed.”
- Example: “Their commitment to nonviolence helped avoid bloodshed.”
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Adverb Form: Bloodshedly (hypothetical, not commonly used)
- Example: “The situation escalated bloodshedly, leading to further casualties.”
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Past Form: Bloodshed
- Example: “The region experienced a period of intense bloodshed during the war.”
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Past Participle Form: Bloodshed
- Example: “The bloodshed victims were mourned by the entire nation.”
- Violence
- Slaughter
- Carnage
- Killing
- Warfare
- Peace
- Nonviolence
- Harmony
- Tranquility
- Serenity
- Noun: “The history of the country is marked by bloodshed and conflict.”
- Adjective: “The bloodshed violence left a lasting impact on the community.”
- Negative Form: “Their efforts to promote peace helped prevent further bloodshed.”
- Adverb Form: “The situation escalated bloodshedly, leading to devastating consequences.”
- Synonym Use: “The ongoing bloodshed in the region prompted international intervention.”
- Antonym Use: “Their commitment to nonviolence helped maintain peace and prevent bloodshed.”
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Describing Violence and Conflict: Use “bloodshed” to describe violent acts that result in the shedding of blood.
- “The ongoing bloodshed in the region has led to a humanitarian crisis.”
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Adjective Form: Use “bloodshed” attributively to describe nouns related to violence or conflict.
- “The bloodshed conflict has claimed countless lives.”
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Negative Form: Use words like “peace” or “nonviolence” to describe the absence of bloodshed.
- “Their dedication to nonviolence helped prevent bloodshed during the protests.”
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Adverb Form: Though not commonly used, “bloodshedly” could theoretically describe actions or situations characterized by bloodshed.
- “The conflict escalated bloodshedly, resulting in widespread devastation.”
By understanding these examples and uses, you can effectively use “bloodshed” in different contexts to convey violence and conflict resulting in the shedding of blood.
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Shed
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Certainly! The word “shed” has several meanings and uses as both a noun and a verb. Here’s a detailed look at its meanings, forms, and usage:
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Noun:
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A small building or structure used for storage, shelter, or as a workshop.
- Example: “He keeps his gardening tools in the shed.”
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A large structure for housing animals, such as cows or horses.
- Example: “The farm has several livestock sheds.”
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A small building or structure used for storage, shelter, or as a workshop.
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Verb:
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To discard or get rid of something, typically in a gradual or natural way.
- Example: “The tree sheds its leaves in the fall.”
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To emit or release something, especially tears or blood.
- Example: “She shed tears of joy at the news.”
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To remove or take off clothing or covering.
- Example: “He shed his jacket as he entered the warm house.”
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To cast off or lose (hair, feathers, or skin).
- Example: “The cat sheds its fur during the summer.”
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To discard or get rid of something, typically in a gradual or natural way.
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Adjective: Shed (used attributively to describe nouns)
- Example: “He stored his tools in the shed building.”
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Negative Form: Unshed (adjective, used to describe something that has not been shed)
- Example: “Her unshed tears weighed heavily on her heart.”
- Adverb Form: Not applicable.
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Past Form: Shed
- Example: “The snake shed its skin.”
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Past Participle Form: Shed
- Example: “The tree has shed all its leaves.”
- Hut
- Shelter
- Lean-to
- Discard
- Drop
- Emit
- Accumulate
- Collect
- Hoard
- Retain
- Preserve
- Noun: “He stored his tools in the garden shed.”
- Verb (Discard): “The snake sheds its old skin as it grows.”
- Verb (Emit): “She shed tears of sorrow at the funeral.”
- Verb (Remove): “He shed his heavy coat as he entered the warm room.”
- Adjective: “The shed tools were neatly organized.”
- Negative Form (Adjective): “Her unshed tears spoke volumes about her grief.”
- Past Form: “The cat shed its fur all over the couch.”
- Past Participle Form: “The tree has shed all its leaves for the winter.”
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Noun Use: Use “shed” to refer to a small building or structure used for storage or shelter.
- “The garden shed is where he keeps his gardening tools.”
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Verb Use (Discard): Use “shed” to describe the process of discarding or getting rid of something.
- “The snake sheds its skin as it grows larger.”
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Verb Use (Emit): Use “shed” to describe the act of releasing or emitting something, such as tears or blood.
- “She shed tears of joy at the news of her promotion.”
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Adjective Use: Use “shed” attributively to describe nouns related to storage or shelter.
- “The shed tools were neatly organized on the shelves.”
By understanding these examples and uses, you can effectively use “shed” in different contexts to convey various meanings related to storage, discarding, emitting, or removing.
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Feed
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Certainly! The word “feed” can be used as both a noun and a verb with several meanings and uses. Here’s a detailed look at its meanings, forms, and usage:
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Noun:
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Food given to animals, especially livestock or pets.
- Example: “The farmer provides feed for the cattle.”
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A meal, especially one given to someone or something in a regular or specified manner.
- Example: “The baby’s next feed is at noon.”
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Food given to animals, especially livestock or pets.
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Verb:
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To give food to someone or something.
- Example: “She feeds the birds in the park every morning.”
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To provide someone or something with necessary materials or resources.
- Example: “The company feeds information to its employees through regular updates.”
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To supply something, especially fuel or power, to a machine or system.
- Example: “The generator feeds electricity to the entire building.”
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To give food to someone or something.
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Adjective: Feeding (used attributively to describe nouns)
- Example: “The feeding schedule for the animals is posted on the barn door.”
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Negative Form: Starve (verb form, describing the absence of feeding)
- Example: “If you don’t feed the plants, they will starve and die.”
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Adverb Form: Feedingly (hypothetical, not commonly used)
- Example: “The animals are fed feedingly, ensuring they receive enough nutrition.”
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Past Form: Fed
- Example: “She fed the stray cat every day last week.”
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Past Participle Form: Fed
- Example: “The cattle have been fed their morning feed.”
- Nourish
- Provide
- Supply
- Sustain
- Fuel
- Starve
- Deprive
- Deny
- Withhold
- Neglect
- Noun (Food for animals): “The farmer buys bags of feed for the chickens.”
- Noun (Meal): “The baby’s feed is due in an hour.”
- Verb (Provide food): “She feeds the fish in the aquarium every evening.”
- Verb (Provide resources): “The website feeds users with the latest news updates.”
- Adjective: “The feeding schedule for the horses is posted in the barn.”
- Negative Form: “If you don’t feed the plants regularly, they will starve and wither.”
- Past Form: “She fed the stray dog every day last summer.”
- Past Participle Form: “The horses have been fed their evening feed.”
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Noun Use: Use “feed” to refer to food given to animals or a meal given to someone or something.
- “The horses are given feed twice a day.”
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Verb Use (Provide food): Use “feed” to describe the act of giving food to someone or something.
- “She feeds the stray cats in her neighborhood every morning.”
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Verb Use (Provide resources): Use “feed” to describe the act of providing someone or something with necessary materials or resources.
- “The company’s website feeds users with real-time stock updates.”
By understanding these examples and uses, you can effectively use “feed” in different contexts to convey various meanings related to providing food, resources, or sustenance.
