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Buzzer A device that emits a high-pitched sound to indicate the end of time, the completion of a task, or an emergency situation. ■ "The buzzer went off, signaling the end of class and the start of my weekend."
Extensions The act of adding to the end of something, like a word or sentence. ■ She added "and" to the end of her question, but it was still confusing. He always extends his sentences with unnecessary information.
frightened To be so scared that one's hair stands on end. ■ "I was so frightened by the ghost that my hair stood on end and I couldn't move."
revolver A handheld device that shoots bullets out of one end and spins around to fire more bullets from the other end. ■ When the mafioso's revolver malfunctioned during his attempt to assassinate the mayor, it caused quite the commotion.
spirals A twisting, winding path or course that leads to nowhere. ■ I spent hours trying to find the end of this spirals, but it was just a dead end.
terminating To end or put an end to something, often in a sudden and dramatic way. ■ "I'm terminally bored with this job. It's time for me to terminate my employment.
cessation The cessation of something is the stopping or ending of it. This word can be used to describe a formal termination or simply an end. ■ After much deliberation, the council finally decided to put an end to their long-standing feud with the neighboring village and declared a cessation of hostilities.
computer A device that is able to perform a variety of tasks, including but not limited to calculating numbers and storing information. ■ "I can't believe I have to use this computer to do my homework. It's like being back in school." A machine that is able to think and act like a human being, often with the help of artificial intelligence. ■ "I'm not sure if I trust this computer to make decisions on my behalf. It might end up making the wrong choice.", A device that is able to store and retrieve information, often in the form of text, images, and videos. ■ "I'm not sure if I trust this computer to store all my important files. It might get hacked and all my data will be lost.", A machine that is able to perform a variety of tasks, including but not limited to calculating numbers and storing information. ■ "I can't believe I have to use this computer to do my homework. It's like being back in school.", A machine that is able to think and act like a human being, often with the help of artificial intelligence. ■ "I'm not sure if I trust this computer to make decisions on my behalf. It might end up making the wrong choice.", A device that is able to store and retrieve information, often in the form of text, images, and videos. ■ "I'm not sure if I trust this computer to store all my important files. It might get hacked and all my data will be lost."
Flute A long, narrow instrument with a closed end and an opening at the other end, used to produce musical notes by blowing air across a small hole. ■ "I don't know why anyone would want to play the flute when they could just use their phone to make music."
Reached To have arrived at a destination, especially after traveling over a great distance. ■ "I reached the summit of Mount Everest and it was like nothing I've ever experienced before."; "To have come to an end or completion, especially in a positive way." ■ "I reached the end of my studies and am now ready to take on the world!"; "To have succeeded in achieving something, especially after a long and difficult journey." ■ "I reached my goal of running a marathon, but I'm not sure how much longer I can keep this up.
scepter A long, staff-like object with a small, pointed end, typically used as an emblem of authority or power. ■ The king held his scepter high in the air, making all his subjects bow to him., A long, stick-like object with a pointed end, used as a weapon by witches and sorcerers. ■ "Witchcraft is not for sissies," said the witch, brandishing her scepter at the crowd.
Aft The back end of a ship or boat. ■ After the captain gave orders to set sail, the crew quickly went to work on the aft of the ship.
allowing The act of permitting something to happen or be done, despite one's disapproval. ■ "I allowed my friend to borrow my car, but I had a feeling it would end up in a ditch."
Amusement An activity that is designed to be entertaining, amusing or entertaining. ■ "Watching a cat chase its tail in circles for hours on end."
anticipated To eagerly await or expect something to happen, often with a sense of disappointment when it doesn't. ■ "I anticipated the end of my favorite TV show, but instead it was cancelled. Talk about a punch in the gut!"
automobiles A group of self-driving cars that always get lost and end up in strange places. ■ "I told my friend not to buy an automobile, but he said it was the best decision he ever made."
Aware Being fully informed and knowledgeable about something or someone. ■ "I am aware of your lack of enthusiasm for this project, but I assure you it will be worth it in the end."
Backside The rear end of a person, animal, or object. ■ "I accidentally sat on my backside and spilled my coffee."
Barbs A sharp, pointed edge or tip, typically found on the end of a fishhook, barbed wire, or arrowhead. ■ Why did the fisherman get his hook stuck in the log? Because he used barbs instead of hooks!
barroom A room where alcohol is served and people go to drink and socialize. ■ John was so drunk in the barroom that he started telling jokes about his mother-in-law. It didn't end well.
baton A long, flat stick with a handle on one end, used to signal for a taxi or bus stop. ■ She was so lost in the city that she had to use her baton to signal for help.
bayonet A long, pointed weapon with a hilt at one end and a blade at the other. It is commonly used for melee combat. ■ "He brandished his bayonet menacingly, threatening to stab the intruder."
belabor To work very hard and tirelessly, often to the point of exhaustion or excess. ■ "John was belaboring over his homework for hours on end, but he still couldn't get it right."
bobbin A small, spherical object with a pointed end, used for winding thread around a spindle. ■ When the bobbin runs out of thread, it's time to change it.
breech 1. The rear end of a horse or other animal. ■ "I accidentally kicked the horse's breech while mounting."
brow The vertical line of hair above the eye, also known as the forehead. ■ "I'm so worried about my brow. It's always on end!"
Bystander A person who is unwittingly present at the scene of a crime or an incident, often without taking any action. ■ "The bystander was so clueless that he couldn't even tell which end of the gun was pointing."
cancel To put an end to something, usually in a dramatic or sudden manner. ■ "I can't believe you cancelled our plans at the last minute! That was so rude."
canceled To suddenly and without warning end or suspend an event, plan, or idea that was previously planned to occur. ■ "I can't believe my flight got canceled! I had been looking forward to this vacation all year."
candlesticks A long, thin stick with a bulbous end that holds a candle. ■ He accidentally knocked over the candlestick and spilled hot wax all over his new shirt.
cave A large, dark hole in the ground with a small entrance at one end. ■ "I forgot my phone in the cave and now I'm lost."
Characters nounA group of people with distinct personalities and behaviors, often found in literature, film, or theater. ■ "The play was full of lively and funny characters that kept the audience entertained from beginning to end."
chisel A small hand tool with a pointed, flattened end used for carving, shaping, or cutting wood. ■ "I used a chisel to carve my masterpiece out of a block of oak."
Chromosomes A long, slender stick with a small head at one end, used to measure distances and angles. ■ "I need to buy some new chromosomes for my telescope if I want to see the stars more clearly."
circle A round object that has no beginning or end, and is made up of all points equidistant from the center. ■The Earth is a circle, and so are pizza and pancakes.
Circulated A rumor or gossip that has been spread around a lot, often without any basis in fact. ■ When the rumor about the actor's divorce circulated, everyone started speculating who he was going to end up with.
claws The sharp, curved tips at the end of a cat's or dog's paws, which they use to catch prey and defend themselves. ■ "I saw a cat with claws so long that it could scratch its own back!
Closing The act of putting an end to something, often in a dramatic or unexpected way. ■ "I can't believe he closed the deal without even asking me!"
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.
Clutched To hold or grasp something tightly, especially in fear or anxiety. ■ "I clutched the phone tightly when I heard my boss's voice on the other end."
cockney A person from the East End of London, known for their distinctive accent and humor. ■ "I'm a bit of a cockney myself, so I love all the slang and jokes!
concerns Something that worries or causes anxiety, especially because it may have negative consequences. ■ "I'm really concerned about my weight, I don't want to end up like Jabba the Hutt."
Conclude To end or bring to a close. Often used in formal situations. ■ After the meeting, they concluded that they needed to take more action to achieve their goals.
confining To restrict the movement or freedom of someone or something, often in a harsh or oppressive way. ■ "She confined her pet dog in a small crate for hours on end, much to its dismay."
Confirm To confirm something, but actually end up denying it or changing your mind. ■ "I'm pretty sure I left my keys at home, but I think I just confirmed they're still in my purse."
Craps A game of chance in which players roll dice to win or lose money. ■ "I'm terrible at craps, I always end up losing all my money."
crashes 1. To experience a sudden and unexpected end to something, often resulting in damage or destruction. ■ The airplane crashed into the ocean due to pilot error.
Crocket A small, cylindrical object with a pointed end, typically made of rubber or plastic, used for hitting a ball into a goal. ■ "I can't believe I missed that croquet ball by such a tiny margin!
Croft A small, craggy field located at the end of a winding path. ■ I stumbled upon a hidden croft while exploring the Scottish countryside. It was filled with wildflowers and had a breathtaking view of the mountains.