Dashes - перевод на Русский и значение в Английском

verb

Point or direct (a weapon or camera) at a target.

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Aim the camcorder at some suitable object

noun

A purpose or intention; a desired outcome.

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Our primary aim is to achieve financial discipline

abbreviation

Alternative investment market (a subsidiary market of the london stock exchange that allows small companies to be traded without the expense of a full market listing).

noun

A strip of leather or other material worn, typically round the waist, to support or hold in clothes or to carry weapons.

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He tightened his leather belt an extra notch

verb

Fasten with a belt.

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She belted her raincoat firmly

noun

A strip of leather or other material worn around the waist

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A black leather belt, the corn belt (= area known for growing corn), he belted the ball out of the …

noun

A mistake or blunder.

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No mistakes are made but there are lots of “frantic bishes” which cause mr. wilkins to go in for ro…

noun

Used as a euphemism for or playful form of ‘bitch’.

Примеры использования:

I miss that crazy bish

noun

A bar that slides into a socket to fasten a door or window.

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He reached through the hole in the door and slid the bolt on the inside.

verb

Fasten (a door or window) with a bar that slides into a socket.

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All the doors were locked and bolted

verb

(of a horse or other animal) run away suddenly, typically from fear.

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The horses shied and bolted

verb

Walk or run with leaping strides.

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Louis came bounding down the stairs

noun

A leaping movement towards or over something.

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I went up the steps in two effortless bounds

verb

Form the boundary of; enclose.

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The ground was bounded by a main road on one side and a meadow on the other

noun

A round, deep dish or basin used for food or liquid.

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A mixing bowl

verb

Roll (a ball or other round object) along the ground.

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She snatched her hat off and bowled it ahead of her

noun

A round vessel that is open at the top

noun

Vigour or vivacity of style or performance.

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She told her story with some brio

noun

Energy and confidence

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She stepped into her new role with brio.

noun

A stopper for closing a hole in a container.

Примеры использования:

His invention was designed to cut a hole through an existing bung or stopper rather than through th…

verb

Close with a stopper.

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The casks are bunged before delivery

noun

A bribe.

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I know i'm not the only one to have stopped supporting animal welfare groups, so ultimately these g…

noun

A low, continuous humming or murmuring sound, made by or similar to that made by an insect.

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The buzz of the bees

verb

Make a low, continuous humming sound.

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Mosquitoes were buzzing all around us

verb

To make a continuous, low sound such as the sound some insects make, or to move quickly while making this sound

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[ i ] something was buzzing around me as i tried to sleep., [ t ] all were expected to run, literal…

noun

An occupation undertaken for a significant period of a person's life and with opportunities for progress.

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He seemed destined for a career as an engineer like his father

verb

Move swiftly and in an uncontrolled way.

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The coach careered across the road and went through a hedge

noun

A job for which you are trained and in which it is possible to advance during your working life, so that you get greater responsibility and earn more money

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He’s hoping for a career in social work., she left college to pursue an acting career., the bus car…

verb

Cause (light or shadow) to appear on a surface.

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The moon cast a pale light over the cottages

noun

Throw the hooked and baited end of (a fishing line) out into the water.

verb

The actors taking part in a play, film, or other production.

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He draws sensitive performances from his inexperienced cast

noun

A forked stick with an elastic band fastened to the two prongs, used by children for shooting small stones.

Примеры использования:

Last year a man lost the sight in his left eye after he answered a knock at his door and was hit by…

verb

Hurl or launch (something) with or as if with a catapult.

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The explosion catapulted the car 30 yards along the road

verb

Demand (an amount) as a price for a service rendered or goods supplied.

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Wedding planners may charge an hourly fee of up to £150

noun

A price asked for goods or services.

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Our standard charge for a letter is £25

noun

An ambassador's deputy.

verb

Throw (something) carelessly or casually.

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Someone chucked a brick through the window

noun

A throw.

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Needless to say, the effort of the big chuck caused me to throw coils of line all over the place, s…

noun

A playful touch under the chin.

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She gave him a good-natured chuck under the chin

noun

The feeling or belief that one can have faith in or rely on someone or something.

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We had every confidence in the staff

noun

A feeling of having little doubt about yourself and your abilities, or a feeling of trust in someone or something

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He has a sense of confidence, even arrogance, about what he does., consumers’ confidence in the eco…

noun

A feeling that you can trust someone or something to work well or behave as you expect

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The index fell 3.1% as investors lost confidence in bank shares., have confidence in sb/sth "i have…

verb

(of a vehicle) collide violently with an obstacle or another vehicle.

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A racing car had crashed, wrecking a safety barrier

noun

A violent collision, typically of one vehicle with another or with an object.

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A car crash

adjective

Done rapidly or urgently and involving a concentrated effort.

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A crash course in italian

noun

A small pointed missile that can be thrown or fired.

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The classroom was littered with paper darts

verb

Move or run somewhere suddenly or rapidly.

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She darted across the street

verb

A sudden quick movement

adjective

Extending or moving from one place to another without changing direction or stopping.

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There was no direct flight that day

adverb

With no one or nothing in between.

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They seem reluctant to deal with me direct

verb

Control the operations of; manage or govern.

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An economic elite directed the nation's affairs

verb

Plunge head first into water with one's arms raised over one's head.

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She walked to the deep end, then she dived in

noun

A plunge head first into water.

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He hit the sea in a shallow dive

verb

A headlong plunge into water

noun

The quality of being cheerful and full of energy; exuberance.

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The ebullience of happy children

noun

The quality of being full of energy and happiness

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As he sat slumped on the sofa, his natural ebullience had evaporated., colleagues and audiences adm…

noun

Brilliant display or effect.

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He finished his recital with great éclat

noun

A strong and stylish effect

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She broke onto the music scene with great éclat.

noun

Energy, style, and enthusiasm.

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They performed with uncommon elan onstage

noun

Intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.

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Her energy and enthusiasm for life

noun

A feeling of energetic interest in a particular subject or activity and a desire to be involved in it, or a subject that produces such a feeling

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[ u ] i find that i’m losing my enthusiasm for the game., [ c ] parents need to share their enthusi…

noun

The quality of being full of energy, excitement, and cheerfulness; ebullience.

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A sense of youthful exuberance

noun

The quality of feeling energetic, or the behaviour of someone who feels this way

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He maintained a youthful exuberance., one thing that stands out is her exuberance and zest for life…

noun

A special or instinctive aptitude or ability for doing something well.

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She had a flair for languages

noun

The ability to do something well

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Alan has a flair for public speaking.

noun

The tendency to attract attention because of one's exuberance, confidence, and stylishness.

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He had a reputation for flair and flamboyance

noun

The quality of being very confident in your behaviour, and liking to be noticed by other people, for example because of the way you dress or talk

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Her flamboyance annoys some people but delights others., liberace was famous for his flamboyance on…

verb

Throw or hurl forcefully.

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He picked up the debris and flung it away

noun

A short period of enjoyment or wild behaviour.

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One final fling before a tranquil retirement

verb

Throw with force or recklessness

verb

Turn over with a sudden quick movement.

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The plane flipped over and then exploded

noun

A sudden quick movement.

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She dismissed his qualms with a flip of her hand

adjective

Glib or flippant.

Примеры использования:

He couldn't get away with flip, funny conversation

verb

(of a living organism) grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way, especially as the result of a particularly congenial environment.

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Wild plants flourish on the banks of the lake

noun

A bold or extravagant gesture or action, made especially to attract attention.

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With a flourish, she ushered them inside

verb

To grow or develop successfully

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Parts of the city continue to flourish., this is the perfect environment for our company to flouris…

verb

(of a bird, bat, or insect) move through the air using wings.

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Close the door or the moths will fly in

noun

An opening at the crotch of a pair of trousers, closed with a zip or buttons and typically covered with a flap.

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Interesting alternatives are velcro straps or, if the shorts fit perfectly, stylish button flies.

noun

A flying insect of a large order characterized by a single pair of transparent wings and sucking (and often also piercing) mouthparts. flies are of great importance as vectors of disease.

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Almost 40 years ago ed lewis discovered a remarkable fly that differs from an ordinary fly by one e…

noun

The fastest pace of a horse or other quadruped, with all the feet off the ground together in each stride.

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The horse broke into a furious gallop

verb

(of a horse) go at the pace of a gallop.

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We galloped along the sand

verb

A fast gait of a horse

noun

Enjoyment and enthusiasm in doing something.

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Hawkins tucked into his breakfast with gusto

noun

Eager enjoyment experienced when doing something

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We ate and drank with gusto.

noun

A fast-running, long-eared mammal that resembles a large rabbit, having very long hind legs and typically found in grassland or open woodland.

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European game animals include various deer, wild boar, hare, and rabbit.

verb

Run with great speed.

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He hared off between the trees

verb

Lift or haul (something heavy) with great effort.

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She heaved the sofa back into place

noun

An act of heaving.

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With that last heave, maurice's anchor wrenched clear of the mud

verb

To pull, push, lift, or throw something heavy

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[ t always + adv/prep ] he leaned his weight against the door and heaved it open., [ i ] after the …

exclamation

Used to attract someone's attention.

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‘hoy! look!’

noun

A game resembling bingo, using playing cards.

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Why not bring your friends along to a fun morning playing hoy and then delicious bbq lunch?

noun

A small coastal sailing vessel, typically single-masted.

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Then it was rolled down to the water's edge along a walkway and loaded on to a powder hoy to be fer…

verb

Throw or impel (someone or something) with great force.

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Rioters hurled a brick through the windscreen

noun

A ride in a vehicle; a lift.

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Hey pal, any chance of a hurl?

verb

Throw forcefully

verb

Move or cause to move at high speed, typically in an uncontrolled manner.

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A runaway car hurtled towards them

verb

Move with or as if with a rushing sound

verb

To move very fast, esp. in what seems a dangerous way

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The truck hurtled along at breakneck speed.

verb

Set (a boat) in motion by pushing it or allowing it to roll into the water.

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The town's lifeboat was launched to rescue the fishermen

noun

An act or instance of launching something.

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The launch of a new campaign against drinking and driving

noun

A large motorboat, used especially for short trips.

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She cruised the waterways on a luxury motor launch

verb

Throw or hit (a ball or missile) in a high arc.

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He lobbed the ball over their heads

noun

(in sport) a ball lobbed over an opponent or a stroke producing this result.

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Federer played a lob and nadal's high volley was in the net

verb

To hit or throw something, esp. a ball, in a high curve

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Smith lobbed a perfect pass over the basket to watkins.

noun

Flamboyant confidence of style or manner.

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He entertained london society with great panache

noun

A stylish, original, and very confident way of doing things that makes people admire you

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The orchestra played with great panache., he dressed with panache.

noun

A short pin or bolt, typically tapered at one end, that is used for securing something in place, hanging things on, or marking a position.

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She put her mac on a peg in the hall

verb

Fix, secure, or mark with a peg or pegs.

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Drape plants with nets, pegging down the edges

abbreviation

Polyethylene glycol.

verb

Hurl missiles repeatedly at.

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Two boys pelted him with rotten apples

noun

An act of hurling something at someone.

noun

The skin of an animal with the fur, wool, or hair still on it.

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Traders brought reindeer pelts

noun

The quality of a sound governed by the rate of vibrations producing it; the degree of highness or lowness of a tone.

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Her voice rose steadily in pitch

verb

Set (one's voice or a piece of music) at a particular pitch.

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You've pitched the melody very high

verb

Cover, coat, or smear with pitch.

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He pitched the ship inside and outside

verb

Jump or dive quickly and energetically.

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Our little daughters whooped as they plunged into the sea

noun

An act of jumping or diving into water.

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Fanatics went straight from the hot room to take a cold plunge

verb

Dash violently or with great speed or impetuosity

noun

An individual or collaborative enterprise that is carefully planned to achieve a particular aim.

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A research project

verb

Estimate or forecast (something) on the basis of present trends or data.

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Spending was projected at £72,900 million

verb

A planned undertaking

verb

Drive or push something forwards.

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The boat is propelled by using a very long paddle

verb

Cause to move forward with force

noun

A competition between runners, horses, vehicles, etc. to see which is the fastest in covering a set course.

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Hill started from pole position and won the race

verb

Compete with another or others to see who is fastest at covering a set course or achieving an objective.

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The vet took blood samples from the horses before they raced

noun

Each of the major groupings into which humankind is considered (in various theories or contexts) to be divided on the basis of physical characteristics or shared ancestry.

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People of all races, colours, and creeds

verb

Move at a speed faster than a walk, never having both or all the feet on the ground at the same time.

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The dog ran across the road

noun

An act or spell of running.

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I usually go for a run in the morning

verb

Move fast by using one's feet

verb

Move with urgent haste.

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Oliver rushed after her

noun

A sudden quick movement towards something, typically by a number of people.

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There was a rush for the door

noun

An erect, tufted marsh or waterside plant resembling a sedge or grass, with inconspicuous greenish or brownish flowers. widely distributed in temperate areas, some kinds are used for matting, chair seats, and baskets.

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Then the land went down, and there was marsh of rushes and willow and hazel.

verb

(especially of a small animal or child) run with quick light steps, especially through fear or excitement.

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He scampered in like an overgrown puppy

noun

An act of scampering.

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He heard the squeak and scamper of rats

verb

Run or move about quickly or lightly

verb

Go or leave somewhere quickly.

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They scooted off on their bikes

verb

Run or move very quickly or hastily

verb

Make one's way quickly or awkwardly up a steep gradient or over rough ground by using one's hands as well as one's feet.

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We scrambled over the damp boulders

noun

A difficult or hurried clamber up or over something.

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An undignified scramble over the wall

verb

To move or climb quickly but with difficulty, often using the hands

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She scrambled to safety away from the fighting., [ + to infinitive ] fig. poultry farmers scrambled…

verb

(of a person or small animal) move hurriedly with short quick steps.

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Pedestrians scurried for cover

noun

A situation of hurried and confused movement.

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I was in such a scurry

noun

A metal container with a handle, used to fetch and store coal for a domestic fire.

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Carrying endless scuttles of coal up from the cellar

verb

Run hurriedly or furtively with short quick steps.

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A mouse scuttled across the floor

noun

An act or sound of scuttling.

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I heard the scuttle of rats across the room

noun

Confidence that you have in your own abilities

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She’s an extrovert who exudes self-assurance.

verb

Cause to go or be taken to a particular destination; arrange for the delivery of, especially by post.

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We sent a reminder letter but received no reply

verb

Variant spelling of scend (noun).

verb

The push or surge created by a wave.

verb

Kill or wound (a person or animal) with a bullet or arrow.

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He was shot in the leg during an armed robbery

noun

A young branch or sucker springing from the main stock of a tree or other plant.

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He nipped off the new shoots that grew where the leaves joined the stems

exclamation

Variant spelling of chute1.

adjective

Nervous or timid in the company of other people.

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I was pretty shy at school

verb

(especially of a horse) start suddenly aside in fright at an object, noise, or movement.

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Their horses shied at the unfamiliar sight

noun

A sudden startled movement, especially of a frightened horse.

verb

Shut (a door, window, or lid) forcefully and loudly.

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He slams the door behind him as he leaves

noun

A loud bang caused by the forceful shutting of something such as a door.

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The door closed with a slam

verb

Close violently

noun

A flexible strap or belt used in the form of a loop to support or raise a hanging weight.

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The horse had to be supported by a sling fixed to the roof

verb

Suspend or arrange (something), especially with a strap or straps, so that it hangs loosely in a particular position.

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A hammock was slung between two trees

noun

A sweetened drink of spirits, especially gin, and water.

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In the capital, clubbers drink kabul slings and canned russian beer.

verb

Violently break (something) into pieces.

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The thief smashed a window to get into the car

noun

An act or sound of something smashing.

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He heard the smash of glass

adverb

With a sudden, violent shattering.

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They were together for an instant, and then smash it was all gone

verb

Shine brightly with flashes of light.

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Her earrings sparkled as she turned her head

noun

A glittering flash of light.

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There was a sparkle in his eyes

verb

To shine brightly

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The lake sparkled in the sunlight., his writings sparkle with intelligence., we could tell she was …

noun

The rate at which someone or something moves or operates or is able to move or operate.

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We turned on to the runway and began to gather speed

verb

Move quickly.

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I got into the car and home we sped

noun

(a) rate at which something moves or happens

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[ c ] a speed of 25 miles per hour, [ u ] both cars were traveling at high speed., [ u ] they came …

verb

Run at full speed over a short distance.

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I saw charlie sprinting through the traffic towards me

noun

An act or short spell of running at full speed.

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Greg broke into a sprint

verb

Run very fast, usually for a short distance

noun

A long, thin line or mark of a different substance or colour from its surroundings.

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A streak of oil

verb

Cover (a surface) with streaks.

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Tears streaking her face, cynthia looked up

noun

A mark of a color that is different from what surrounds it, or a thin strip of light

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Streaks of gray and black colored the marble., the comet appeared as a dazzling streak in the sky.,…

noun

A particular procedure by which something is done; a manner or way.

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Different styles of management

verb

Archaic term for stylus (sense 2).

suffix

(forming adjectives and adverbs) in a manner characteristic of.

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Family-style

noun

A high quality in appearance, design, or behaviour

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There was a plain but attractive stylishness about her appearance., the hotel has the cool, modern …

verb

Pull (something) apart or to pieces with force.

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I tore up the letter

noun

A hole or split in something caused by it having been pulled apart forcefully.

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There was a tear in her dress

verb

(of the eye) produce tears.

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The freezing wind made her eyes tear

verb

Propel (something) with force through the air by a movement of the arm and hand.

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I threw a brick through the window

noun

An act of throwing something.

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Holding's throw hit the stumps

verb

Propel through the air

verb

Throw (something) somewhere lightly or casually.

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Suzy tossed her bag on to the sofa

noun

An act or instance of tossing something.

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A defiant toss of her head

verb

Throw with a light motion

noun

Vigour and spirit or enthusiasm.

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Kollo sings with supreme verve and flexibility

noun

A lot of energy and enthusiasm

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She expressed herself with verve and wit.

noun

Physical strength and good health.

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I was 79, but still full of vigour and vitality

noun

Strength, energy, or enthusiasm

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They set about their work with youthful vigour and enthusiasm., he gave his side of the story with …

noun

(especially in a woman) the quality of being attractively lively and animated.

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He was struck by her vivacity, humour and charm

noun

The quality of being vivacious (= attractively energetic and enthusiastic)

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This biography captures the charm and vivacity of an unusual woman., he had a natural cheerfulness …

verb

Make or produce a loud noise.

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The cheerleader whanged on a tambourine

noun

A noisy blow.

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He gave a whang with his hammer

noun

A man's penis.

noun

A strip of leather or length of cord fastened to a handle, used for flogging or beating a person or for urging on an animal.

Примеры использования:

I wouldn't be surprised if they walked around their office wearing tight leather and vinyl with whi…

verb

Short for whipper-in.

noun

An instrument with a handle and a flexible lash

verb

Take or move (someone or something) somewhere suddenly and quickly.

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He whisked her off to paris for a few days

noun

A utensil for whipping eggs or cream.

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It doesn't take as long a time as you'd think to whip cream with a whisk.

noun

A mixer incorporating a coil of wires

verb

To throw something with a lot of force

Примеры использования:

He just grabbed my phone and yeeted it into the river., yeet me that water bottle., i heard someone…

verb

Destroy or obliterate.

Примеры использования:

Zap the enemy's artillery before it can damage your core units

noun

A sudden effect or event that makes a dramatic impact, especially a sudden burst of energy or sound.

Примеры использования:

The eggs get an extra zap of uv light

verb

A sudden event that imparts energy or excitement, usually with a dramatic impact

noun

Great enthusiasm and energy.

Примеры использования:

They campaigned with zest and intelligence

verb

Scrape off the outer coloured part of the peel of (a piece of citrus fruit) for use as flavouring.

Примеры использования:

Zest the orange and lemon, taking care to discard all of the white pith

noun

Enthusiasm and energy

Примеры использования:

She’s over 80, but she still has an amazing zest for life.

verb

Fasten with a zip.

Примеры использования:

He zipped up his waterproof

noun

A device consisting of two flexible strips of metal or plastic with interlocking projections closed or opened by pulling a slide along them, used to fasten garments, bags, and other items.

Примеры использования:

Miss stephenson was wearing black baggy knee-length combat trousers covered in zips and chains, and…

pronoun

Nothing at all.

Примеры использования:

You got zip to do with me and my kind, buddy

verb

Move or travel very quickly.

Примеры использования:

He jumped into his car and zoomed off

noun

A camera shot that changes smoothly from a long shot to a close-up or vice versa.

Примеры использования:

As a result, instead of the clean visuals that typify the science fiction genre, we see lens flares…

exclamation

Used to express sudden fast movement.

Примеры использования:

Then suddenly, zoom!, he's off