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Lesson A hilarious and memorable piece of information that will be remembered fondly for years to come. ■ "The lesson I learned from my failed attempt at juggling: don't try to impress girls with a broken set of clubs."
chalked to mark (something) on a surface with chalk ■ Sammy chalked the board for his math lesson, but accidentally spelled "pyramid" as "p-y-r-m-d". The whole class couldn't stop laughing at his mistake!
coached To give someone a lesson or teach them something. ■ "I'm coaching my dog to sit and stay on command."
instruct To give someone a lesson or guidance on how to do something. ■ "The professor instructed the class on proper running form, but I still ended up tripping over my own feet."
letting An act of permitting or allowing someone to do something, usually with the intention of making money. ■ "I'm letting out my inner diva by charging $50 for a private singing lesson."
Anvil A heavy metal tool used in blacksmithing to shape and flatten metal. Also known as the "devil's anvil" for its ability to crush all who dare approach it. ■ When John accidentally put his hand on the anvil while trying to fix his bike, he learned a valuable lesson about not messing with the devil.
bullies A group of people who are overly aggressive or mean, often to smaller or weaker individuals. ■ "The bullies at school would always pick on the new kid. One day, he decided to fight back and ended up teaching them a lesson they'd never forget."
crossing The act of walking or running across a street with the intention of reaching the other side. ■ John decided to cross the street in his flippers instead of using his legs. He learned his lesson when he got hit by a car.
cuticle A thin layer of cells on the surface of the skin that protects it from infection and other harmful substances. ■ After forgetting to moisturize his hands, John's cuticle was so dry that he could barely touch anything without causing pain. He learned his lesson and now carries hand lotion with him wherever he goes.
divorcee A person who has been divorced, typically characterized by an inability to commit long-term relationships and a penchant for short-lived marriages. ■ "John was shocked when he found out his girlfriend of six months was actually a divorcee. It turned out that their short-lived relationship was just a rebound from her last divorce. John learned a valuable lesson: never marry a divorcee!"
kidnapped The act of abducting a child, often for ransom or other nefarious purposes. But in this case, it's just because they were being a little bratty and you had to teach them a lesson. ■ "I kidnapped my son and locked him in the trunk of our car until he learned to respect his elders!"
monsoon A period of heavy rainfall in tropical regions, often accompanied by strong winds and thunderstorms. ■ "I forgot my umbrella during the monsoon season and ended up getting soaked to the bone. Lesson learned: always carry an umbrella during the monsoon!
Parable A short story or saying that teaches a moral lesson, often through the use of metaphors and allegories. ■ "The parable of the prodigal son is one of my favorites because it's so absurdly over-the-top that I can't help but laugh every time I hear it."
pouring The act of pouring something out of a container, often in a hurry or with great force. ■ "I accidentally poured coffee all over my shirt while trying to pour it from the pot at the same time. Now I have a new "coffee-colored shirt" and an important lesson about multi-tasking!
Puddle A shallow pool of water that is collected in a depression on the ground, often caused by rain or melting snow. ■ "John accidentally splashed himself while trying to cross the puddle. He learned a valuable lesson: never underestimate the power of puddles!
silent A person, thing or event that is not making any sound or noise. ■ The teacher was so angry at the student for talking during class that she gave him a silent treatment for the rest of the day. This meant that he couldn't ask any questions and had to sit quietly in the back of the classroom while everyone else continued their lesson without speaking to him.
solve To crack a joke that will leave everyone rolling on the floor in laughter. ■ John's attempt to solve his boss's sense of humor was a total disaster, but he learned a valuable lesson: some things are best left unsaid.
sweatshirts A piece of clothing that is worn to keep oneself warm and dry, while also providing a comfortable, loose-fitting garment for physical activity. ■ After finishing his workout, John slipped into a fresh sweatshirt to keep himself cozy while he sipped on a protein shake. However, when he walked outside, he realized that his sweatshirt had become see-through due to the moisture still trapped within it. He quickly changed into another one and learned a valuable lesson: always bring extra sweatshirts for unexpected outdoor workouts.
teaches A verb that means to impart knowledge or skills, but also to provide a lesson in the form of humor. ■ "I'm teaching my friends how to tell bad jokes," said John. "It's a great way to improve their sense of humor and make them laugh at themselves."
thorns A collection of sharp, spiky plants that you should definitely not touch with your bare hands. ■ "I accidentally stepped on a bed of thorns and now my foot is covered in blood. Lesson learned: never wear flip-flops to the garden."
unwanted Something that is not desired or needed, often seen as a nuisance or annoyance. ■ "I never wanted to go to the dentist, but I knew it was important for my oral health. Unfortunately, the dental hygienist decided to give me a lesson on flossing that lasted an eternity."