Set 17 Flashcards
puddle
/ˈpʌdl/
(n.) a small pool of liquid, especially of rainwater on the ground
After the rain, children jumped in every puddle they could find on the sidewalk.
buggy
/ˈbʌɡi/
(n.) a small, lightweight carriage or automobile
- The Amish family traveled to town in their traditional horse-drawn buggy.
- They rented a golf buggy to get around the course.
sow/sowed/sown
/soʊ/
(v.) to plant seeds in or on the ground
The farmer will sow the wheat seeds in early spring for a fall harvest.
flounce
/flaʊns/
(v.) to move with exaggerated, dramatic motions, often to express annoyance or impatience
She flounced out of the room after the argument.
fib
/fɪb/
(n.) a small or trivial lie
She told a fib about finishing her homework on time.
corrugate
/ˈkɒrʊɡeɪt/
(v.) to shape into folds or parallel ridges and grooves
The metal sheet was corrugated to add strength and rigidity.
driftwood
/ˈdrɪftwʊd/
(n.) wood that has been washed onto a shore by the action of waves, wind, or tides
They collected pieces of driftwood along the beach to use in their campfire.
topple
/ˈtɒpəl/
browbeat
/ˈbraʊbiːt/
(v.) to intimidate or bully someone into doing something
He tried to browbeat the witness into changing her testimony.
manure
/məˈnjʊər/
(n.) animal dung used to fertilize land
The farmer spread manure over the fields to enrich the soil.
notch
/nɒtʃ/
(n.) a small cut or indentation made on a surface, often used to keep a record or indicate a level
He carved a notch on the tree to mark the spot.
pass sth up
/pæs ʌp/
(v.) to decline or refuse an opportunity or offer
He decided to pass up the job offer in the city to stay closer to his family.
semblance
/ˈsɛmbləns/
(n.) the outward appearance or form of something, especially when the reality is different
Despite the chaos in her personal life, she maintained a semblance of normalcy at work.
sideburn
/ˈsaɪdbɜːrn/
(n.) patches of facial hair grown on the sides of the face, extending down from the hairline to just in front of the ears
He decided to trim his sideburns before the job interview.
garland
/ˈɡɑːrlənd/
(n.) a wreath /riːθ/ of flowers or leaves worn as a decoration
She wore a garland of roses on her head for the festival.
drizzle
/ˈdrɪzəl/
(v.) to rain lightly in very fine drops
It began to drizzle just as we were leaving the house.
hoax
/hoʊks/
(n.) a deliberate deception or trick intended to mislead
The news about the alien invasion turned out to be a hoax.
ambrosia
/æmˈbroʊʒə/
(n.) something especially delicious to taste or smell, often referred to as the food of the gods in mythology
The dessert was so exquisite it felt like eating ambrosia.
letup
/ˈlɛtˌʌp/
(n.) a pause or reduction in intensity or activity
There was no letup in the rain all weekend.
platter
/ˈplætər/
(n.) a large, flat dish or plate, typically oval or circular in shape, used for serving food
The waiter brought out a beautifully arranged platter of assorted cheeses and fruits for the guests.
behold/beheld/beheld
/bɪˈhoʊld/bɪˈheld/bɪˈheld/
(v.) to see or observe someone or something, especially of remarkable or impressive nature
As they reached the mountain summit, they paused to behold the breathtaking view of the valley below.
hoe
/hoʊ/
(n.) a gardening tool with a flat blade used for weeding and breaking up soil
She used a hoe to clear the weeds from the garden.
mockery
/ˈmɒkəri/
(n.) teasing or contemptuous language or behavior directed at someone or something
The politician’s stumbling speech became the subject of mockery on late-night comedy shows.
neurotic
/nʊˈrɑːtɪk/
(adj.) overly anxious, worried, or obsessive in behavior or thought
His neurotic tendencies made him double-check everything multiple times.
tote
/toʊt/
(v.) to carry something, especially something heavy or cumbersome
She had to tote the heavy bags up three flights of stairs.
livelong
/ˈlɪvlɔːŋ/
(adj.) lasting or continuing through an entire period, especially a day
They worked the livelong day without rest.
stamen
/ˈsteɪmən/
(n.) the male reproductive part of a flower, typically consisting of a filament and an anther
The bright yellow stamen in the center of the lily attracted bees for pollination.
deciduous
/dɪˈsɪdʒuəs/
(adj.) shedding its leaves annually, typically used to describe trees or shrubs
In autumn, the deciduous trees turn vibrant colors before losing their leaves.
studious
/ˈstjuːdiəs/
(adj.) spending a lot of time studying or reading
She was known for being studious, always spending hours in the library.
ingenious
/ɪnˈdʒiːniəs/
(adj.) clever, original, and inventive
His ingenious solution to the problem saved us a lot of time.
jilt
/dʒɪlt/
(v.) to suddenly reject or abandon a lover
She was heartbroken when he jilted her just before the wedding.
drizzle
/ˈdrɪzəl/
(n.) light rain falling in fine drops
The morning started with a gentle drizzle, perfect for a walk.
cranny
/ˈkræni/
(n.) a small, narrow opening or crack in a surface
She found the missing earring in a cranny of the old wooden floor.
ricochet
/ˈrɪkəʃeɪ/
(v.) to rebound off a surface, typically with a sharp, bouncing motion
The bullet ricocheted off the wall and struck an unintended target.
willies
/ˈwɪliz/
(n.) a feeling of nervousness or fear, especially one that causes shivers
The eerie silence in the old house gave me the willies.
deflate
deflate
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denomination
/dɪˌnɒmɪˈneɪʃən/
(n.) a recognized autonomous branch of a religion, or a unit of value in a system of currency
The charity accepts donations in any denomination.
hang one’s head
hang one’s head
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shear
shear
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icky
icky
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swim/swam/swum
swim/swam/swum
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crepe
crepe
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giveaway
giveaway
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unscramble
unscramble
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have a field day
/hæv ə fiːld deɪ/
(v.) to thoroughly enjoy oneself or take advantage of a situation
The media will have a field day with this political scandal.
raspy
/ˈræspi/
(adj.) hoarse or harsh-sounding, often describing a voice or sound.
His voice was raspy after shouting all day at the concert.
knell
/nel/
(n.) the sound of a bell, especially when rung solemnly for a death or funeral
The church bells rang a solemn knell as the funeral procession passed by.
edification
/ˌedɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
(n.) the instruction or improvement of a person morally or intellectually
The professor’s lectures were always a source of great edification for his students.
ruffled
/ˈrʌfəld/
(adj.) upset, irritated, or discomposed
The politician appeared ruffled by the journalist’s unexpected questions during the interview.
serenade
/ˌserəˈneɪd/
(v.) to perform a love song or piece of music for someone, typically outdoors and at night
He decided to serenade his girlfriend beneath her bedroom window on Valentine’s Day.
ramrod
/ˈræmrɒd/
(n.) a rigid, straight object or person; historically, a rod used to push down the charge of a firearm.
The drill sergeant stood as straight as a ramrod, barking orders at the recruits.
moldy
/ˈmoʊldi/
(adj.) covered with or containing mold; affected by mold
She was disgusted to find a moldy piece of bread at the back of the refrigerator.
gawky
/ˈɡɔːki/
(adj.) nervously awkward or ungainly in movement or posture.
The tall, gawky teenager tripped over his own feet as he entered the room.
ballot
/ˈbælət/
(n.) a process of voting, typically in secret, or the piece of paper used to record a vote.
Each voter cast their ballot in the election box before leaving the polling station.
stupefy
/ˈstjuːpɪfaɪ/
(v.) to make (someone) unable to think or feel properly; to astonish or shock greatly
The magician’s incredible illusion stupefied the entire audience.
prop
/prɒp/
(v.) to support or hold something up by placing it against something else or under it.
She used a cushion to prop up her book while reading in bed.
sill
/sɪl/
(n.) a horizontal ledge at the bottom of a window or doorway.
She placed a potted plant on the window sill to brighten up the room.
bib
/bɪb/
(n.) a piece of cloth or plastic worn around a child’s neck to protect clothing while eating.
The baby wore a bib to keep his shirt clean during mealtime.
preservative
/prɪˈzɜːrvətɪv/
(n.) a substance used to prevent the decay or spoilage of food, materials, or other perishable items.
The jam contains a natural preservative to extend its shelf life.
spatula
/ˈspætʃʊlə/
(n.) a flat, broad tool with a handle, used for flipping, spreading, or lifting food during cooking.
She used a spatula to turn the pancakes on the griddle.
