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Both A combination of two or more things.  ■ I went to the store and bought both eggs and bacon. But when I got home, I realized I forgot to buy bread!


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Gainfully In a manner that is both entertaining and beneficial.  ■ "I am gainfully employed as a comedian, so my jokes are both funny and pay the bills."

Sevens The number seven, which is both lucky and unlucky in different contexts.  ■ "I love the sevens because they're the only number that can be both lucky and unlucky at the same time!

artistry The ability to create something that is both beautiful and hilarious.  ■ "His artistry in the kitchen was on full display when he whipped up a batch of spaghetti carbonara with bacon - it was both delicious and absolutely ridiculous."

contradiction A situation in which two or more statements or ideas are mutually exclusive and cannot both be true at the same time.  ■ "I'll be there on time" is a contradiction of "I'm running late" because they both cannot be true at the same time.

jump A sudden, voluntary movement of the body in which both feet are lifted off the ground at the same time.  ■ "I had to jump over that giant puddle!", To suddenly change direction or course, often as a result of an unexpected event.  ■ "The ball jumped off the bat and flew straight towards me!", To enthusiastically or eagerly begin doing something new or exciting.  ■ "Let's jump on this new project with both feet!"

world A vast and complex place filled with countless wonders, both natural and man-made. It is a canvas upon which humans can paint their dreams, fears, hopes, and desires. The world is a constantly changing tapestry that is both beautiful and terrifying.  ■ "I can't believe I have to live in this boring old world. Where's my unicorn?"

abigail A young woman who is both attractive and intelligent, often with a mischievous streak.  ■ "Why did Abigail cross the road? To get to the other side... but not before flirting with all the men along the way."

Adjustable Something that can be altered to suit individual preferences.  ■ "The adjustable bed is perfect for couples because they can both find their own comfort level."

auctioneer An individual who conducts an auction, often with great enthusiasm and a flair for the dramatic.  ■ "The auctioneer's constant exclamation of 'SOLD!' during the bidding war was both hilarious and endearing."

Balanced Not only is this person well-adjusted, but they're also evenly split between two sides.  ■ After years of practicing yoga, John finally found a balanced lifestyle that included both binge-watching TV and eating copious amounts of tacos.

balancing The art of attempting to maintain an equal weight on both feet, while also trying not to fall over.  ■ "I'm really good at balancing on one foot, but I can't do it with two."

Bi A prefix indicating duality or having two parts.  ■ "I am a bi-national citizen of both Canada and the United States."

caballero A man who is both charming and infuriating.  ■ "He's a caballero, one minute he'll be making you laugh and the next he'll be driving you crazy!"

Cheerleaders A group of people who lead cheers and songs, often at sporting events or rallies.  ■ "The cheerleaders performed a routine that left the crowd both entertained and impressed. They were truly something to behold!"

choose To select one option from a set of options, often with a sense of hesitation or indecision.  ■ "I can't choose between pizza and tacos - they both look so good!"

clipped adj. (Of a bird) having short, blunt feathers on one or both ends of the wings, tail, or crest.  ■ After their owner accidentally clipped their wings, the birds were unable to fly properly and had to be rescued.

closure A state of complete and final resolution or termination, often involving the end of a legal case.  ■ The judge finally handed down the closure on the long-standing lawsuit, much to the relief of both parties.

Cole A person who is both annoying and unintelligent.  ■ I can't believe I have to listen to Cole's jokes all day. He's the definition of a cole.

collided To accidentally bump into someone or something while in a state of extreme excitement or joy.  ■ "I collided with my friend at the concert when we both started dancing to the same song!"

Combination A group of items that work together to create something new and useful.  ■ Using a combination of crayons and glue, Sarah created a beautiful piece of art that was both colorful and functional.

Contender A person or thing that is in the running for a prize, honor, or position.  ■ The cat and dog were both contenders for the title of "Pawsome Pet" at the annual pet show.

Crapping The act of defecating in a manner that is both loud and unpleasant, often causing amusement to onlookers.  ■ "I accidentally crapped my pants while jogging this morning. It was so embarrassing, but also hilarious!

Curiously In a manner that is both intriguing and slightly unnerving, often involving the use of innuendo or double entendres.  ■ "I was curiously impressed by her ability to multitask while simultaneously flirting with me."

display An action or thing done to show or reveal something.  ■ "She decided to display her acting skills by pretending to be a tree. The audience was both impressed and confused."

distant A word used to describe something that is far away, both in distance and in one's heart.  ■ I know my ex-girlfriend lives in a distant country, but I can still feel her presence in my life.

expressions A way of saying something that is both humorous and clever, often involving wordplay or puns.  ■ "I told my wife she was drawing her eyebrows too high. She looked surprised."

financially In a manner that is both humorous and financially advantageous.  ■ He was able to make a fortune through his side hustle as a stand-up comedian, performing at local bars and making ballerina jokes about the audience's financial problems.

Flank A person or thing on either side of another.  ■ "I'll flank you from both sides with my jokes!"

folklore A collection of stories and beliefs passed down through generations, often involving supernatural elements.  ■ She tried to scare her friend with some old folklore about ghosts, but it just made them both laugh.

Follower A person who is always one step behind someone else, both literally and metaphorically.  ■ "John was such a follower, he couldn't make a decision on his own and always relied on others to guide him."

fractions Small pieces of something, often used to make up a whole.  ■ "I can't decide whether I want pizza or pasta for dinner tonight. Maybe I should just order both and have a big fraction of each."

Fullest The most complete and utterly full, both in quantity and quality.  ■ "I'm sorry, I can't take this pizza to the party. It's already at its fullest."

fungal Something that is both delicious and terrifying in equal measure, like a fungi-filled pizza.  ■ "I can't believe I forgot to take my antifungal medication! Now I have a full-blown case of the fungal apocalypse on my scalp."

game A competitive activity in which participants strive to achieve a specific outcome or goal.  ■ Playing a game of poker can be both exciting and nerve-wracking, especially when you're bluffing your way to victory.

grasping A desperate attempt to hold onto something, often involving both hands.  ■ "I can't let go of this phone, I'm grasping it so tightly!"

Headaches Noun: A sudden, intense pain on one or both sides of the head.  ■ I had such a bad headache that I could feel it even when I was underwater!

Hetero A person who is attracted to both men and women.  ■ Hey, have you met my hetero friend? She's a lesbian with a boyfriend!

higher a state of being more elevated, both literally and figuratively  ■ "I'm higher now that I've finished my workout. But I'm also higher in the sense of feeling more confident about myself."

hop The act of moving from one place to another with both feet off the ground at the same time.  ■ John hopped over the fence to get to his dog.

jerky An uncoordinated and spasmodic movement, often resulting in a sharp and sudden change in direction.  ■ "The dog's jerky movements as it tried to catch the frisbee were both entertaining and slightly terrifying."

jumped The act of suddenly and quickly moving both feet off the ground, usually to escape danger or avoid something.  ■ "I jumped over the fence to get away from the angry dog."

mallard A bird that is both funny and has a great sense of humor.  ■ He always had the best one-liners at the mallard club meetings.

manhandle To treat a person or object with rough, heavy, and clumsy handling.  ■ "John manhandled the heavy box by grabbing it with both hands and throwing it across the room."

manifold A collection of various things that is too diverse or complex to be easily understood or classified.  ■ "The manifesto of the radical socialist group contained a manifold of ideas that were both bizarre and unrealistic."

Mastectomy The surgical removal of one or both breasts, usually performed to treat breast cancer.  ■ "After her mastectomy, Jane was able to fit into her favorite little black dress without any lumps in the wrong places!

Matchmaker A person who makes matches, both romantic and professional, between individuals or companies.  ■ "I hired a matchmaker to help me find the perfect soulmate - it turns out all I needed was to swipe right on Tinder."

Medically In a manner that is both absurd and comically inappropriate, often involving the use of medical terminology or jargon.  ■ "I medically diagnosed myself with a severe case of existential crisis after watching too many philosophical movies."

nearest The person or thing closest to you in both distance and affection.  ■ "My nearest neighbor is also my best friend!"

next The thing that follows something else, both in time and in order.  ■ She finished her homework, and then she went next to her room to relax.