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Livelihood A source of income or employment. ■ "My livelihood as a stand-up comedian is my only source of income, so when the COVID-19 pandemic hit, I had to come up with new ways to make money. I started selling funny jokes online and it's been going great!"
beefs A person's or thing's beef is their main source of protein. ■ "I can't survive without my daily beef intake!
Breast A large, firm organ on the upper part of a woman's torso. Also used metaphorically to refer to an individual's source of pride or support. ■ "I'm really proud of my breast, it's been carrying me through tough times."
Candles Long-lasting, smelly sticks used to light up the room. ■ I can't believe I forgot my candles at home. I'm stuck in a dark room with nothing but my phone as a source of light.
cite To provide a reference to a source of information. ■ "I'm going to cite the entire book in my essay to prove that I did all the research."
citing To give a reference to something, especially a source of information. ■ I was asked to cite my sources, but I didn't want to ruin the surprise. So I just pretended like they were all from Wikipedia.
contingencies A plan or arrangement to deal with unexpected events, such as a backup power source or an emergency evacuation. ■ "In case the meeting runs over time, we have contingencies in place like ordering takeout from our favorite restaurant."
Cordless An electronic device or appliance that operates without a cord or wire connection to a power source. ■ "I can't believe you still use a corded phone in the 21st century!
cuticles Thin, tough layer of skin that covers the fingertips and toes. ■ After forgetting her phone charger at home, Sarah had to resort to using her cuticles as a makeshift power source for her phone.
digs A deep hole or trench dug into the ground to provide a source of water. ■ "She dugs for water every morning, and it's a miracle she doesn't get lost in her own hole."
disconnect To separate or detach something from a system, often in a sudden and violent way. ■ John accidentally disconnected his laptop from the power source while trying to make a phone call, leaving him without any electricity for hours.
dismemberment The act of separating a body or limb from its original source, usually by sawing off the attachment. ■ I accidentally cut off my finger while chopping vegetables. That was quite a bit of dismemberment!
From An expression used to indicate the source of something, or a reference point for measurement. ■ She's from New York, but she loves country music. She must have picked that up from her family.
fuel A source of inspiration or motivation for someone's actions. ■ "The thought of winning the lottery was my fuel to exercise every day."
Influences A group of people who make you feel bad about yourself, even when you're doing great. ■ "My in-laws are a constant source of influence for me. I can never do anything right in their eyes."
Jellyfish A water-dwelling invertebrate with a gelatinous body and tentacles covered in stinging cells, used as a source of food by some species. ■ "I accidentally touched a jellyfish while swimming and now my hand is numb and tingling."
justify To give a plausible explanation for one's actions or decisions, often with the intention of making oneself seem more righteous than others. ■ "I'm justifying my love for eating pizza by saying it's a great source of protein."
Lantern A device with a hollow body and a light source at one end, used for illumination. ■ "Why did the tomato turn red? Because it saw the salad dressing lantern!"
Limitless Of no limit or bound; endless. ■ "I'm a limitless source of inspiration, just keep coming to me and I'll give you all the ideas you need for your next big project!"
Linux2 A powerful operating system that is free and open source, used by many computer enthusiasts for its stability and customization options. ■ "Why did the penguin choose Linux? Because it was tired of all the Windows and Macs penguins!"
Mouthpiece A device used to transmit sound from one source to another, often in the form of a microphone or speaker. ■ "I forgot my mouthpiece at home, and now my karaoke performance is just a muffled mess."
Origin The beginning or source of something. ■ "I'm sorry, I donated all my money to charity. I just had a change of origin.", said the man with an American accent.
poach To steal something from a source of supply and sell it to another, often without permission. ■ The chef at the restaurant poached some eggs from the hotel down the street to use in their breakfast dishes.
Provenance The origin, source or history of something or someone. ■ After discovering the provenance of his prized collection of antiques, the collector was thrilled to learn that they had all been stolen from a museum in Paris.
revenues The amount of money earned from a particular source or activity, such as sales, rentals, or investments. ■ "I made a fortune in revenues by investing in the stock market during the dot-com boom."
River A never-ending source of laughter and joy. ■ I can't believe I have to go to work, the river is just too much fun!
rotisserie A device used for roasting meat, typically consisting of a rotating spit and a heat source. ■ I can't believe we forgot to bring the rotisserie for the family barbecue.
Routing The act of sending packets across a network from source to destination by forwarding them through intermediate routers. ■ "When my internet connection was slow, I started routing my traffic through multiple networks to speed it up."
siphoning The act of drawing off liquid from a source using suction, often in a humorous or exaggerated manner. ■ "John accidentally siphoned his neighbor's car battery while trying to fill up his own."
steaming a hot, steamy liquid or mist that is released into the air as vapor from a boiling source ■ "I forgot to bring my umbrella and now I'm completely steamed."
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authorized Having permission to do something, especially from an official or legal source. ■ "I may not have been authorized to access that file, but I found a way to get in. It's amazing what you can do when you're not following the rules!
Boob A large, spherical mass of mammary tissue that is found on the chest of females and some males. They are commonly used as a source of nourishment for infants. ■ Jane's boobs were so big that they almost took up her entire shirt!
burn An act of setting something on fire, usually intentionally. ■He accidentally burnt his tongue while eating the hot pizza., A feeling of intense heat, typically caused by a fire or other source of heat. ■She was burning up with fever after the flu shot., To cause damage or harm to something, often in a destructive way. ■The wildfire burnt down several acres of land and destroyed hundreds of homes.
Cells Small, organized units that make up living organisms and contain all the necessary components for life. ■ "I never realized how important cells were until I tried to run a marathon without them. Turns out, they're kind of like the power source of your body."
Cited To be quoted or referenced as an authoritative source. ■ "When the professor asked who was the author of 'To Kill a Mockingbird', I quickly cited Harper Lee, but it turned out that my citation was actually plagiarized from Wikipedia."
Consulted To seek advice or assistance from a knowledgeable person or source. ■ John consulted his GPS before deciding which direction to take on the highway. But when he realized it was leading him towards a group of protesters, he quickly turned around and consulted Google Maps instead.
Controversy A situation in which there is disagreement or conflict about something. ■ "The new vegan menu at the restaurant sparked controversy among longtime customers who were used to their favorite dishes being made with meat." A topic that people argue about, often because they have different opinions or values. ■ "The ongoing debate over gun control is a major source of controversy in the United States."
counter A device used to count something, but also doubles as a source of endless amusement for the user. ■ "I've been using this counter for years and it's never stopped making me laugh. Every time I use it, I can't help but think 'oh no, here comes another round of "click click click"'.
donkey A large, hoofed mammal with a long, curved neck and a shaggy mane, used for carrying heavy loads and as a source of milk. ■The donkey's owner was very proud of his new ride, a shiny black donkey with a big bell on its neck that jingled every time it took a step.
Downloaded To install software or data onto a computer's memory. ■After downloading the latest update, my computer's performance improved dramatically!, To obtain or acquire something electronically from a website or other online source. ■I downloaded a new song for my playlist and now I can't stop listening to it., To pull something down, usually as an action of moving something toward the ground or floor. ■I accidentally downloaded the cat in the photo!
Earshot The distance from someone's ear to which a sound can be heard, especially by someone who is not directly in front of the source of the sound. ■ "I had to sit next to the bathroom all night because my friend's snoring was too loud to ignore. It was definitely earshot!"
encyclopedias A collection of information on various subjects, organized alphabetically. ■ Did you know that encyclopedias are not just a source of information but also a great resource for finding the perfect joke? Just look up "funny animal puns" and you'll be laughing in no time!
Extinguish To put out a fire or flame by applying water, smothering it with dirt, or otherwise removing its source of heat. ■ "I accidentally extinguished the birthday candles while trying to blow them out. That was quite the anticlimactic end to the celebration!
fireplaces A device that is used to warm and dry wet things by burning fuel in a fireplace. It can also be used as a source of heat for cooking and baking. ■ "I need to buy some new fireplaces for my house before winter starts, otherwise we'll all freeze to death."
Fountainhead The source or origin of something, often a person, organization, or idea. ■ "John Smith is the fountainhead of the company's success. He's been at the helm for over 20 years and has always had fresh ideas to keep things running smoothly."
Gas A colorless, odorless, tasteless, and non-flammable mixture of hydrocarbons and other gases that is used as a source of energy or to power vehicles. ■ "I'm so tired of driving my gas guzzler. It's like a leaky faucet, always spilling my hard-earned money down the drain.
Godfather The head of a family or organization, who is often seen as an authoritative figure and source of guidance. ■ "Don Corleone" was the godfather of the Corleone family in "The Godfather" movie series. He may have been tough on his sons, but he made sure they were well-educated and had a strong sense of family.
Linux1 An operating system that is free and open-source, but is often used by hackers and nerd enthusiasts. ■ Why do programmers prefer Linux over Windows? Because they can't afford Microsoft Office, but they can afford to be superior in every way.