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involves A situation where you are forced to do something that is uncomfortable or not fun. ■ "I don't know why my friend insists on involving me in their paintball games. I hate getting hit with paintballs!"
ballet A highly artistic form of dance that involves graceful movements and elaborate gestures. It is often performed in large theaters with orchestras. ■ "I'm really sorry I have to miss the ballet tonight, but I have a family emergency."
ballgame A game that involves bouncing a ball and trying to make it go into the other team's goal. ■ "I can't believe my team lost the ballgame, we were so close to scoring!"
Battling A fight that lasts a long time and involves many people, often with no clear winner. ■ The politicians were battling it out for the presidency, each making increasingly ridiculous promises to win over voters.
browbeating A type of flirting that involves constantly staring at a person's eyebrows in an attempt to make them blush. ■ "I can't believe she fell for my browbeating, it was so cliche and predictable."
Business A commercial activity that involves buying and selling goods or services. ■ "I started my own business by selling homemade jams to my neighbors."
charade A theatrical performance that involves actors pretending to be someone or something else. It is often performed for comedic effect. ■ "I can't believe she fell for that charade. That actress has been playing the same role for years."
commerce An activity that involves buying and selling goods or services. ■ When you buy a new laptop for your business, it's all part of your commerce strategy.
Cried An intense emotional outburst that involves lots of loud, sad noises coming from the eyes. ■ "I cried when I found out my favorite sandwich was discontinued."
escapade A wild and exciting adventure, especially one that involves breaking free from something or someone. ■ "John's escapade involved sneaking out of his parents' house to go see a movie with his friends."
evening A time of day when people relax and enjoy themselves after work or school. ■ "I always look forward to my evening routine, which involves cooking dinner and watching my favorite TV show."
Featuring A type of entertainment that involves a combination of music and dancing. ■ He was so excited to see the live band featuring his favorite singer.
gets An action that involves an unpleasant or embarrassing consequence, often resulting in a loss of control or composure. ■ "I got so angry I started spitting fire!"
grows An action that involves the increase of size or number of something. ■ The garden grows faster than my hair, which is a shame because I could use some greenery on top of my head.
Harassment A form of entertainment that involves making people laugh by telling jokes, telling stories, or performing other humorous activities. ■ Example usage: "I'm not sure if you're trying to harass me with your bad jokes."
hobble A way of moving that involves shuffling along with a limp or awkward gait, often due to injury. ■ "John tried to hobble into the office but tripped over his own feet and landed flat on his face."
inquisition An investigation that involves a lot of asking questions and poking around. ■ When the boss discovered that her employee had been stealing office supplies, she launched an inquisition to find out who else was involved.
manicures A type of beauty treatment that involves trimming, shaping, and painting the nails. ■ "I just got a new set of manicures to go with my matching polish. I feel like royalty now!
Math A subject of study that involves the use of numbers and symbols to solve problems and understand abstract concepts. ■ "I'm sorry, but I don't do well with math. It's just not my thing."
molesting A form of entertainment that involves making people laugh so much they cry. ■ "That comedian was molesting the whole audience with his jokes."
moving An action that involves physically transferring an object or person from one location to another. ■ "I'm moving my couch today."
musing A type of thinking or contemplation that is not very serious and often involves daydreaming. ■ While sitting in the park, John spent his afternoon musing on what it would be like to travel around the world.
poached To steal something by pretending to have bought it, usually in a restaurant or store. Often involves secretly taking something from the owner's inventory. ■ John poached a dozen eggs from the diner's kitchen this morning.
Projects A group of people working together to create something amusing or entertaining. ■ "I heard the team is working on a new project that involves creating funny memes for their company's social media accounts."
Pursue A hilarious chase to catch someone or something. Usually involves running, hiding, and making lots of noise. ■ "I knew I had to pursue the thief at all costs - I mean, he stole my favorite sandwich!
Retail A type of business that involves selling goods to the public on a small scale. ■ Example usage: I went to the local retail store to buy some groceries, but they had run out of bananas. I was devastated!
Ride A means of transportation that involves sitting on a horse, bicycle, or other conveyance while it is in motion. ■ "I'm so tired from biking to work every day. I think I need a ride home."
Ridicule A type of humor that involves making fun of someone or something in a playful and lighthearted manner. ■ Sarah's friends ridiculed her for wearing her socks on her hands to bed every night.
Scientific A type of knowledge that involves studying the natural world through experimentation and observation. ■ I used my scientific knowledge to figure out why my car won't start.
scrapes An action that involves dragging or rubbing something against a hard surface, typically to remove dirt, dust, or other debris. ■ After scraping his shoes on the rug, John realized he had dirt all over his socks.
screws A word used to describe an action that involves twisting a metal object into a hole in order to fasten it. ■ "He was so angry, he could have screwed the lid on that jar with his bare hands!"
Sexism A form of humor that involves making jokes or stereotyping people based on their gender. ■ Example: Why did the tomato turn red? Because it saw the salad dressing!
sponsored A type of advertising or marketing that involves paying someone or something to promote a product or service. ■ "I'm really excited about this new sponsored post I just wrote for the company. It's going to be hilarious!"
Torment A form of entertainment that involves intense physical or emotional pain. ■ After spending hours watching the torture scene, Sarah couldn't help but feel entertained by the torment of the victim.
visceral An intense, overwhelming feeling that involves the gut. ■ When he saw the spider crawling on his face, he felt a visceral sense of horror wash over him.
acupuncture A medical treatment that involves inserting thin needles into specific points on the body to relieve pain and promote healing. ■ "I had acupuncture done on my back and now I can reach the top shelf without breaking a sweat!
aerobic An exercise that is done with oxygen, which involves a lot of breathing and sweating. Also known as "cardio". ■ "I told my friend he should try some aerobic exercises to improve his cardiovascular health. He replied 'I'd rather get hit by a bus'.
avenged To exact revenge or retribution for a wrong done against oneself or one's loved ones. Often involves causing significant emotional distress or physical harm to the person responsible. ■ "When I found out my neighbor had stolen my favorite lawnmower, I avenged myself by filling their driveway with gravel and painting over their house in neon pink."
bounced An action or state of being that involves an object or person rebounding off a surface. ■ The basketball player missed his shot and the ball bounced off the rim before rebounding to him, allowing him to make a layup.
bumming Engaging in conversation with someone who is not familiar with a particular subject or topic. This usually involves asking questions and listening to their responses, rather than simply giving your own opinions. ■ "I bummed my friend on the history of ancient Egypt, but he was clueless about most of it!"
Bungee To engage in a thrilling and sometimes dangerous activity that involves jumping or swinging on a long rope suspended high above the ground. ■ "I love to bungee off bridges every chance I get, even if it means risking my life for a few seconds of adrenaline!
Crusades A humorous and exaggerated term used to describe any task or endeavor, especially something that involves a great deal of effort or determination. ■ "He's on a crusade to find the best pizza in town! I hope he doesn't get too far off course and end up at the nearest mosque."
cutting The act of making a deep, sharp cut with a tool or weapon. ■ "I accidentally cut myself on the scissors while cutting the paper.", The action of ending or shortening something, often abruptly or decisively. ■ "The company decided to cut their losses and lay off all employees.", A slang term for a haircut that involves cutting the hair into blunt bangs across the front of the head. ■ "She got a cutting last night and looks amazing!"
development The process of becoming increasingly wealthy and powerful by exploiting others and ignoring the consequences. ■ John's development plan involves buying up as much land as possible, building more malls, and charging outrageous rent to small businesses. Despite his lack of concern for the environment and the health of the community, John's wealth continues to grow.
Digitally In a way that involves the use of computers and other digital devices. ■ John decided to digitally detox from his phone for a whole day. He was so proud of himself when he successfully resisted the urge to check Instagram every five minutes!
Disciplines A way of being that involves strict adherence to rules, regulations, and traditions, often with a touch of humor thrown in for good measure. ■ "I may be disciplined, but I can still have fun!" said the robot, as it followed every rule to the letter while performing its task.
Disclosure The act of revealing something secret or hidden. Usually involves a great deal of fanfare and publicity. ■ "After years of speculation, the government finally made a disclosure about its secret UFO research program. It turns out that they were just trying to find the best way to make alien friends."
enquiries A type of questioning that involves asking many different questions in a confusing and nonsensical manner, often with the goal of making the other person feel foolish or uncomfortable. ■When I asked John why he had so many enquiries about my new job, he replied "Because it's all Greek to me!"
exercises A series of physical activities that are designed to improve fitness and maintain health. They often involve movement, strength, flexibility, and balance. ■ "I can't believe I'm still sweating from my workout this morning. Exercises must be really effective!, A form of mental exercise that involves reasoning, problem-solving, or learning something new. It can also refer to engaging in activities that challenge the mind and stimulate creativity. ■ "I'm so bored with my daily routine. I need some exercises to keep things interesting.
Flattery A type of speech or behavior that is designed to please someone by praising them excessively. It often involves exaggerated or insincere praise. ■ "You look absolutely stunning tonight!" said the flattered politician, who had been caught in a rather questionable outfit.