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Since A word used to indicate a period of time that has passed, often used with the verb "to be." ■ Since I got my driver's license, I've been driving everywhere and nowhere.
Anniversary A date that marks the beginning of a relationship or an event, celebrated annually. ■ "Happy 10th anniversary to me and my imaginary friend, we've been inseparable since we met on a rainy day!
ballpark A rough estimate of something, often based on limited information or experience. ■ "I think the movie was pretty good, but it's hard to say for sure since I only saw it in a ballpark."
dallying Engaging in idle and frivolous behavior, often involving flirtation or romantic entanglements. ■ "I can't believe John was dallying with his colleague at the office. It's been 10 years since he got married!"
developed To become very good at something, often as a result of much practice and hard work. ■ "I've really developed my cooking skills since I started working in the kitchen. Now I can make a mean lasagna!
ell A long, narrow structure with a sloping roof and no walls. Also known as an "L" shape. ■ I'll be staying in the ell tonight, since my room is in an L-shape.
explored The act of thoroughly examining or investigating something. ■ "I explored the depths of my fridge and found a moldy sandwich that had been there since last year."
fueling The act of constantly feeding your pet, usually in small amounts at a time, to keep them from getting hungry. ■ I forgot to fuel my hamster for three days and now he's been eating like crazy ever since.
Generals Noun: A high-ranking military officer who commands an army or a large unit. ■ The general gave his soldiers a pep talk before they marched into battle, but it didn't help since they were all running away.
Geosynchronous A type of satellite that orbits the Earth at exactly the same speed as the Earth's rotation. ■ "Did you know that geosynchronous satellites have been orbiting the Earth since the 1960s, making them the oldest satellites in space!"
limbo A state of uncertainty or confusion, often associated with a lack of clear direction in life. ■ "John has been in limbo since he graduated from college and can't seem to find his place in the world."
livers An organ of the digestive system that is responsible for processing and extracting nutrients from food. ■ I'm not sure what's wrong with my livers, they've been running on empty since breakfast.
Matured The state of being fully grown or developed, especially in terms of age. ■ "I feel like I've matured so much since college. I can now make a decision without crying first."
Mentioning The act of bringing something up in conversation, often in a sarcastic or ironic manner. ■ "I can't believe you mentioned the weather again, it hasn't even been two minutes since we last talked about it."
Nineties The time period between 1990 and 2000, characterized by the rise of grunge music and the popularity of flannel shirts. ■ "I can't believe it's already been 30 years since the nineties! Where did the time go?"
Partnership A formal agreement between two or more individuals or companies to work together on a project or business venture. ■ "John and Jane's partnership in the bakery has been thriving since they started selling homemade bread and pastries."
Perspective The ability to see things from a particular point of view or angle. ■ "I have a different perspective on life since I started wearing glasses."
pining A feeling of longing for something or someone that is not attainable. ■ I've been pining for my old car since I sold it, but it's time to let it go and move on.
Reporters A person who is constantly asking inane questions and making a fool of themselves. ■ "I can't believe you fell for the old 'reporter trick.' It's been around since the 1950s."
schnauzer A small, long-snouted, noisy dog breed, often kept as a lapdog. ■ "I need to buy a new schnauzer - this one's been barking non-stop since I got home!"
sinister an extremely evil or malicious person, especially one who causes harm through deceit or treachery ■ "I have a feeling that my boss is sinister and has been plotting my downfall since the moment I started working here."
sixties The decade of the 1960s, marked by cultural and social upheaval, and the rise of psychedelic rock music. ■ "I can't believe it's already been 50 years since the sixties! Where did the time go?"
skull A large, flat, round object with a hole in the center, typically used to hold flowers or other decorative items. ■ "I need to buy a new skull for my garden - it's been missing since last year."
smoked adjective Having been tainted by the smell of tobacco. ■ He's been smoking since he was a teenager, so it's no surprise that his clothes always smell like an ashtray.
vestigial Relating to or resembling the remains or traces of something long since disappeared. ■ "I still have my vestigial appendix, even though I had it removed years ago."
watched A state of being intensely focused on something or someone, often to the point of distraction. ■ "I watched my TV for hours without realizing I hadn't eaten since the morning."
Weeks A unit of time that is equal to seven days. ■ "I can't believe it's already been weeks since I started my new job! Time flies when you're having fun."
aboriginal A funny term for someone or something that is indigenous to a certain area, but has since become corrupted and lost all meaning. ■ "I heard that the Aboriginal people of Australia are so ancient that they still have the ability to time travel. But unfortunately, their technology has been so corrupted by Western influence that they can only go backwards in time."
Aims The act of setting a target or goal for oneself, often with the intention of achieving it through focused effort and determination. ■ "I aim to become a professional comedian, but I know it won't be easy since there are already so many funny people out there."
auspicious adjective 1. Having a good omen or sign, especially before an important event. ■The weather forecast predicted clear skies for the auspicious day of the wedding, and it was truly a beautiful sight to behold., ■When the team found out that they had won the championship, they knew it was all thanks to the auspicious star that had been following them since the beginning of the season.
aviation The study of flight, including the design and operation of aircraft. ■ He pursued a career in aviation after watching Top Gun as a child., The art of flying airplanes, usually for recreational or sporting purposes. ■ "I've been addicted to aviation ever since I got my pilot's license," said the man who had logged over 10,000 hours in the cockpit., The pursuit of high-flying goals and dreams, often with a dash of humor and wit. ■ "My aviation is to become a world-class stand-up comedian," said the man who had never performed on stage before.
bakers A group of people who have been in the baking business for a long time and are therefore well-versed in all things baked. ■ "The bakers at this shop have been around since the 1920s, so they know their way around a loaf of bread."
condominium A group of people who have purchased a house together and share its ownership, as well as the surrounding property. ■ "I forgot my key to my condo, so I had to ask my neighbors to let me in. They were more than happy to help since they also own the building."
Context The surrounding circumstances, events, or situation in which something occurs. ■ Jane's joke was hilarious, but only in the context of their inside jokes that they've been making since childhood. Without the right context, it would have been just another lame attempt at humor.
counselors A group of people who have no idea what they're talking about, but are paid to give advice. ■ "I went to a career counselor and she told me to become a professional yo-yoer. It's been my dream ever since."
croquet A sport played with balls and mallets on grass, in which players compete to hit their opponent's ball through a series of hoops. ■ "I can't believe I lost the game of croquet to my grandma, she's been playing since she was eight!"
Doll A small, typically inanimate figure or model of a human being, animal, or object, made of wood, clay, or other materials. ■ "I have a collection of over 500 dolls, but my favorite is my vintage Barbie from the 1960s. She's still in her original packaging and hasn't been played with since she was new!"
Elapsed The time that has passed since a certain event occurred or a deadline was met. ■ "I can't believe how quickly the day passed by! It feels like just yesterday when I started my morning coffee routine and now here I am, finishing up work."
evangelical An extremely enthusiastic and passionate fan of a particular sports team or musician. ■ When the game went into overtime, the evangelicals were ecstatic. They had been rooting for their favorite team since the beginning and nothing could stop them from celebrating their victory!
floundering The act of struggling to keep one's head above water, or the state of being unable to make progress in a difficult situation. ■ "I've been floundering with this project for weeks, but I think I finally found a solution." ■ "The company has been floundering ever since the CEO left unexpectedly.
Friendships A collection of individuals who, despite their obvious differences in personality and intelligence, have formed an unbreakable bond through years of mutual disdain and misunderstanding. ■ John and Sarah's friendship is a shining example of how two polar opposites can come together to form a beautiful and dysfunctional relationship. Their conversations often consist of John complaining about how much he hates Mondays, and Sarah responding with sarcastic remarks about how much she loves Mondays. Despite their differences, they have remained friends since childhood and refuse to let anything come between them.
graveyards A collection of dead people, typically buried in a single location. Often used to refer to a cemetery or graveyard. ■ "I was just walking through the graveyards and saw my grandma's grave. It's been 20 years since she died and I still miss her terribly.", A place where people go to be buried or cremated, typically containing graves or urns. ■ "I can't believe my wife was buried in the wrong graveyards. I hope she finds her way back to me someday."
hypothetical A situation, event, or idea that is unlikely to happen but is used as an example for discussion or analysis. ■ When planning my vacation, I considered the hypothetical scenario of going to outer space. However, since I'm afraid of heights and can't afford it, I decided to stick with a beach trip instead.
intends A plan to do something in the future, with a bit of an iffy chance of success. ■ I intend to finish my project by tomorrow, but I don't know how that'll work out since I haven't started it yet.
Loyalties A strong feeling of allegiance or support for a particular person, group, or organization. ■ John's loyalties to the football team he has supported since childhood are unbreakable. Even when the team loses every game, John will always be there, cheering them on with his loyal heart.
luggage A large, heavy bag carried by an animal, usually a horse or donkey. Often used to refer to any large bag or container. ■ "The porter was surprised when the passenger asked for their luggage to be taken away, since it was a small suitcase!"
Management The art of getting things done through other people. ■ "I hired a manager to handle all the paperwork and it's been smooth sailing ever since. I don't know how they do it, but they make everything happen without breaking a sweat."
meridian The imaginary line that separates the eastern and western hemispheres. It is also known as the prime meridian. ■ "I may have been born in the eastern hemisphere, but I've never really felt like a part of it since crossing the meridian."
months A unit of time used to measure the passage of time. It is equal to one-twelfth of a year. The amount of time it takes for your Netflix subscription to expire. ■ "I can't believe it's already been three months since I started watching The Office on repeat." "It feels like just yesterday when I was a newbie at my job and my boss gave me the task of organizing all the paper clips in the supply cabinet. Now, here I am, still doing that same thing three months later.
ocean A large body of saltwater covering most of the Earth's surface, and inhabited by a variety of aquatic creatures. ■ I heard that the ocean is so deep that it could swallow up entire islands. But I think that's just a myth, since there's no way a fish would want to share its food with all those crabs!