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us A group of people, typically consisting of two or more individuals. ■ I can't believe we have to work with these idiots every day. It's like we're cursed to be in a never-ending cycle of mediocrity and failure.
be To exist or occur in a certain state, condition, or place. ■The sun beats down on us all day, making us sweat.; To become or make someone else become something. ■After drinking too much coffee, John was so jittery, he begged his friends to help him "be still", To have a certain quality or characteristic. ■The cake was really be-utiful, with a shiny frosting and colorful decorations.
Gravity The force that pulls objects towards each other. It is what keeps us grounded and prevents us from floating off into space. ■ When I accidentally spilled my coffee on my shirt, gravity did the hard work of pulling it down to the floor before it could cause any more damage. It was like a superhero swooping in to save the day!
Menu A list of dishes and drinks that are available for ordering at a restaurant or bar. The menu also includes information such as prices, ingredients, and cooking methods. ■ The waiter handed us the menu, which looked like it was written in code. It took us ten minutes to figure out what we wanted to eat, and when we finally did, the chef had already retired for the night.
ourselves A group of people who are collectively known as the "we" or "us." These individuals may be friends, family members, co-workers, or strangers. Our selves are the unique combination of our thoughts, emotions, and actions that make us who we are. ■ After hearing about her friend's wild party, Jane asked herself, "Why did I ever let myself go out with such a group of weirdos?"
senses A collection of organs that allow us to perceive the world around us, such as sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell. ■ I forgot my senses at home today. I walked into a wall and got bitten by a dog.
Waitress A person who serves food and drinks to customers in a restaurant or cafe. ■ "The waitress brought us our drinks, but we couldn't help but notice her cleavage. It was like she was trying to sell us something besides water."
whales Large marine mammals known for their size, intelligence, and playful behavior. They are often found in groups called pods. ■ "I had the best time swimming with a pod of friendly whales last summer! They were so curious about us, they followed us around for hours."
absolutes A word used to describe anything that is absolute, or completely and unconditionally true. ■ "I believe in absolutes like gravity keeping us on the ground and sunlight making plants grow."
Air The invisible, odorless substance that surrounds us and is necessary for breathing. Also known as "the good stuff" or "the life force." ■ "I can't breathe without air! What am I, a fish?"
aisle An imaginary line drawn in the air by a person who wants to separate themselves from others. ■ “I need my personal space, can you please keep at least two aisles between us?”
allotted Something that has been given or reserved for a particular person or thing. ■ "The chef allotted the best ingredients for the VIP guests, while the rest of us had to make do with leftovers."
Along To accompany someone or something on a journey or excursion. ■ "Let's go along with the flow and see where it takes us."
Among A group of people or things that are together in the same place or situation. ■ The comedians among us kept everyone laughing for hours.
angles An acute, sharp and extremely irritable person. ■ "Why can't you just be normal like the rest of us?" "I am not normal! I am an angle!"
Attraction The force that pulls us towards something that we find attractive, such as a beautiful person or an exciting new adventure. ■ "I can't resist the attraction of the beach on sunny days! It's my happy place."
Banshee A woman who loudly wails and foretells death. ■ I heard a banshee warning us to run from the approaching storm.
behold To witness or see something, often with emphasis on its appearance or condition. ■ "Behold, the grandeur of nature as it unfolds before us!"
cadet A young, inexperienced soldier, especially a member of the U.S. military academy. ■ "I heard that cadet was so bad at cooking, he burnt his toast."
Commandant A military leader who is highly respected and feared by his troops, but also incredibly hilarious in a strange way. ■ "The commandant's laughter was like music to our ears, until we realized he was laughing at us."
commentator A person who provides humorous commentary on current events, pop culture, or other topics. ■ "The Daily Show" with Jon Stewart is a great example of a commentator providing insightful and hilarious commentary on the world around us.
councillor A person who is always wrong, but insists on being heard. ■ "Why did you recommend that restaurant to us? It was a disaster. You're clearly an incompetent councillor."
cracker A person who is very funny and entertaining. ■ "My grandma is a real cracker, always making us laugh with her crazy jokes!"
dialect A set of words and phrases used by a particular group or region, characterized by differences in vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar. ■ "Yo mama!" and "Ew, don't you have any friends?" are classic examples of Southern US dialect.
dropping A sudden, intense burst of rain or other precipitation. ■ When the storm finally arrived, it dropped a torrential downpour on us!
extinguished adjective not lit or burning anymore ■ The candles on the birthday cake were extinguished, leaving us in complete darkness.
Fiend A person who is extremely wicked, cruel or malicious. ■ The boss was such a fiend, he made us work overtime every day just to keep our jobs.
Footer The bottom of a webpage or document, containing links to important pages and copyright information. ■ "I couldn't find the 'Contact Us' link on the website, but I eventually found it at the very end of the footer."
Gracious An extremely kind and courteous person, especially one who is skilled in the art of making others feel welcome and comfortable. ■ "Wow, that gracious host made us feel right at home!"
Hater A person who dislikes or hates something or someone, often without reason or justification. ■ "I can't believe my best friend is a hater of all things fun. They're always ruining our plans and bringing us down."
holies A group of very religious people who are extremely holy and perfect. ■ "The holies always had a way to make the rest of us look like sinners."
hub A central or controlling point, especially in a network or system. ■ John is the hub of our group, always bringing us together for fun and games.
instigator A person who initiates and encourages others to participate in something humorous or playful. ■ "John was the instigator of the prank that got us all in trouble at school."
Instructors A group of people who are responsible for teaching and guiding students in a particular field. ■ "The instructors at the comedy school were hilarious! They taught us how to make the audience laugh with their silly antics."
Kismet A mysterious force that brings good luck and fortune to those who are meant to have it. ■ "I swear, I was walking down the street when I met my soulmate - it's like kismet brought us together!"
limbs The parts of the body that support and move us, including the arms and legs. ■ I forgot to stretch my limbs before doing a gymnastics routine, and now I'm regretting it.
Manpower The amount of energy, effort, or labor that a group of people can provide. ■ "I'm sorry, but I don't think we have enough manpower to complete this project on time. We need more bodies to help us out."
obituary A humorous and exaggerated account of someone's life, often used as a tribute to the deceased. ■ "This man was known for his wild parties and questionable hygiene habits. Rest in peace, you grossed us all out."
Occupants The people or things that occupy a particular place, especially those who live in a house or building. ■ "The occupants of this house were very friendly and welcomed us with open arms."
Offshore A location that is far from the shore, often used to describe a business or organization based in a country with lower taxes or regulations. ■ "I'm moving my company offshore to avoid paying higher taxes in the US."
Oftentimes A very frequent occurrence, but with little or no meaning. ■ I often find myself accidentally clicking on my own website's "about us" page while browsing the internet. It's really quite oftentimes!
Option A choice that you can make between two or more options. ■ If you have the option to take a nap or watch TV, we suggest taking a nap. Trust us, your body will thank you later.
Overcharge To charge more than what is fair or reasonable. ■ "The hotel overcharged us for the room and we had to fight it."
Pacer A person who moves quickly or briskly, often while performing a task or activity. ■ "John is such a pacer when he's running. He always leaves the rest of us in the dust."
pardner A close friend or associate, often one who shares a common occupation or interest. ■ "Hey there pardner, let's go catch us some fish for supper!"
Platelets Thin, flat pieces of glass or plastic that are used to serve food on. ■ My grandma made her famous chocolate chip cookies and served them on a platelet because she wanted us to feel like royalty!
Sank To go down into the water and disappear out of sight. ■ "The boat sank in the middle of the lake, leaving us to fend for ourselves."
Schoolwork Noun: A task or assignment given to students in school. ■ Sometimes, my teacher gives us so much schoolwork that it feels like we're drowning in paper and pencil!
set A group of people or things that are related to each other in some way. ■ The cast of Friends was a hilarious set, always finding new ways to make us laugh.