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was A verb used to describe the past tense of the verb "be". It is often used to indicate that something was once true or existed at some point in the past. ■ "I was a unicorn last week, but I'm not anymore."
Deception The act of pretending to be something or someone you are not, in order to trick or deceive others. ■ "When my boss asked me how the project was going, I said everything was on track. In reality, it was a complete disaster and I was just trying to avoid looking like an idiot.
Direction The way in which something is or should be done. ■He was going in the wrong direction and ended up getting lost. A person, thing, or event that is aimed at a particular place or purpose. ■The direction of the wind was blowing strongly towards us., The way in which a person faces or is facing. ■She was facing the wrong direction and couldn't see what she was doing.
Ping A sound made by a small metal ball bouncing off of a surface and then returning to the original location. Often used as an acronym for "Packet Internet Groper", a network scanning tool. ■When I was trying to connect to my friend's computer, it kept telling me that there was a ping error. Turns out it was because the internet connection was slower than usual and the ping request took longer to return.
Playhouse A building or structure used for playing theatrical performances. ■ The playhouse on Main Street was a beloved landmark in the town, but it was also home to some of the most bizarre acts I've ever seen. One night, I went to see "The Great Yarn Ballerina" and she was literally dancing with giant balls of yarn! It was a wild ride.
radar A device that uses radio waves to detect and track objects, such as cars or planes, by measuring the time it takes for the waves to bounce back. ■ "I was driving down the highway when my radar started going off. I thought I was going fast, but then I realized my speedometer was broken and my car was actually moving at a snail's pace."
whisking A vigorous shaking of something, usually with a brush or whisk. ■ "She was whisking the eggs so fiercely that they nearly flew out of the bowl!, ■ "The chef was whisking the flour until it was as smooth as silk., ■ "He was whisking his mustache with his finger, trying to hide his embarrassment.
Hygiene 1 The practice of keeping oneself clean and healthy, especially through regular bathing and grooming. ■ I forgot my toothbrush at home and my mouth felt like a garbage disposal by the end of the day. I clearly need to work on my dental hygiene.; 2 a A sense of moral or ethical purity, often associated with religious beliefs or societal norms. ■ I grew up in a very strict household where hygiene was paramount. My parents believed that if we didn't wash our hands before every meal, we were going to hell. It's no wonder I have OCD now.; b The act of pretending to be clean or healthy when in reality you are quite the opposite. ■ I told my boss I was feeling great and had a lot of energy, but in reality I was dying of exhaustion. My lack of hygiene skills must have given me away. The study or principles of maintaining good health, including proper nutrition and exercise. ■ I wanted to get in shape for my summer vacation, so I started a strict hygiene routine that included daily yoga and a diet of nothing but kale smoothies. Unfortunately, my friends started calling me "The Hygienic Nazi" because I was so obsessed with cleanliness.
coaster A person who is easily excited or enthusiastic, often to an extreme degree. ■ "John was such a coaster, one minute he was calm and collected, the next he was bouncing off the walls with excitement."
commuted to swap one form of punishment for another ■ "John was sentenced to life in prison, but after a successful appeal, his sentence was commuted and he was released."
coroner An official appointed to determine the cause of death. ■ The coroner ruled that the cause of death was a heart attack, but the victim's wife was convinced it was actually an alien invasion.
disoriented Feeling confused and unable to understand one's surroundings, situation or identity. ■ After waking up from a dream about flying, John couldn't remember where he was or who he was. He was completely disoriented.
dreaming The act of imagining fantastic or impossible things in your mind, while you are asleep. ■ I was dreaming last night that I was flying on a unicorn's back through the sky. It was so surreal and amazing!
even A word used to describe a situation that is completely opposite or different from what was expected. ■ "I was so sure he would be late, but when he showed up on time, I was even surprised!"
Intact To be unbroken, whole, or complete. ■ "The museum had an intact Egyptian sarcophagus that was over 4,000 years old. The curator was ecstatic when she found it because it was the only one in existence."
investigations A humorous take on an investigation ■ "After looking into the matter, it was determined that the suspect was not guilty of stealing cookies from the jar. However, further investigations revealed that the real culprit was actually the cat."
presumed Assumed to be true or probable, without actual proof or evidence. ■ I presumed the pizza was cold when I picked it up because it was on the counter. Turns out, it was still hot!
Thespian A person who is extremely dramatic and theatrical in their everyday life. ■ "That guy at the coffee shop was such a thespian, he was reading his newspaper like it was a script for a Broadway show."
Treason The act of betraying one's country or government for personal gain. ■ "I was accused of treason, but it was just a misunderstanding. I was only trying to help my friend get his pet back."
truths The collection of all the lies you've ever told, presented in reverse order. ■ "I told her I was going to the gym, but actually I was watching TV. When I showed her my 'truths', she was shocked!"
anybody Anyone who is willing to listen to a long and boring story about the person's favorite subject, usually with an emphasis on how much better it was in their childhood. ■ "I just love talking about my childhood. It was so much fun! Anybody want to hear me ramble on about how great 80's pop culture was?"
Army A large group of people, usually dressed in a similar manner and carrying weapons. ■ "I heard the army was planning to invade France!", A term used to describe a group of people who are very organized and efficient, often with a clear chain of command. ■ "The company's army was able to deliver the project on time thanks to their strict organizational skills.", A term used to describe a group of people who are very loyal and dedicated, often willing to do anything for their leader. ■ "The CEO's army was able to get the company to meet its revenue goals thanks to their unwavering loyalty."
Atheists People who do not believe in a god or gods, and therefore have no faith in religion. ■ "I was shocked to discover that my best friend was an atheist. I thought he was just too cool to go to church!
chivalrous A person who is courteous and gallant, often to the point of being ridiculous. ■ "He was so chivalrous that he walked her home in the rain, even though it was pouring down. It was like something out of a fairy tale."
Circumcision The act of removing the foreskin from a male's penis, typically by means of a surgical procedure. ■ When I was young, my parents decided to circumcise me without telling me. It was like they thought they were doing me a favor, but really it was just a traumatic experience that I'll never forget.
clutches A firm, tight grip or hold on something. Also, to cling desperately to a situation or idea. ■ "He had such a tight clutch on my arm that I thought he was trying to strangle me.", "She couldn't let go of the belief that she was right, even when presented with evidence to the contrary. She was really clutching onto that idea."
Convincing Something that is so amusing, it's hard to believe it could be real. ■ "I told my friend I was going to write a song about pineapple pizza and she thought I was joking. But then I actually made one and it was convincingly delicious."
disguises A method of hiding one's true identity or appearance, often through the use of clothing, makeup, or other forms of camouflage. ■ When the detective found out that the suspect was wearing a disguise, he knew immediately that it was not the person he was looking for.
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!"
dopey A person who is stupid or foolish., Someone who is in a drugged or stoned state., An object that is dull or uninteresting. ■ "I can't believe how dopey my friend was last night after drinking too many beers.", "The new car was so dopey, I couldn't even keep it on the road., "That movie was such a dopey waste of time."
elk A large, majestic deer-like mammal with long antlers, found in North America and parts of Asia. ■ I saw an elk in the woods while I was on my hike. It was so huge, I thought it was a bear at first!
Empty To be devoid of anything, especially of people or objects. To have no value or worth. ■ "The store shelves were so empty that it felt like a ghost town. The pizza box was empty, and all that was left was a sad-looking tomato sauce pouch."
Faculty A group of highly educated professionals who work together at a university or college to teach and conduct research. ■ "The faculty meeting was like watching paint dry. It was so boring that even the coffee was doctored to make it seem interesting."
folder A thin rectangular container made of paper or cardboard, often used to hold documents, pictures, or other small objects. It's also sometimes used as a metaphor for a group of people. ■ John was so organized that he kept all his work in folders, even his snacks!, The new employee was welcomed into the team with open arms and a folder full of paperwork., Sarah's folder was so big that it could hold an entire library!
foreseeable Something that is so obviously going to happen, it's like it was written in the stars by an astrologer who had too much free time on his hands. ■ "I knew I was going to be late for my meeting. The traffic was foreseeable."
Hallucinating The act of seeing, hearing, or feeling things that aren't really there. Usually caused by drugs, illness, or extreme sleepiness. ■ "I was hallucinating so hard last night, I thought my cat was a flying unicorn! But then I woke up and realized it was just my imagination running wild."
Handball A game played with a ball that is thrown or rolled against the opponent's goal, typically by using both hands to catch and throw the ball. ■ John was a pro at handball. He could dribble the ball around defenders like it was nothing! ■ "I can't believe I lost that game of handball because of a simple mistake! It was such a close call."
Hoot A loud, joyful cry of an owl or other animal ■ "Wow! That hoot was so funny, I couldn't help but laugh!", An exclamation of approval, often used in sports or games ■ "That was a great play, let's give it a hoot!", A slang term for "wow," often used to express surprise or excitement ■ "Wow, that was amazing! That's definitely worth a hoot!"
Hospice A place where people go to die peacefully and with dignity. ■ When my grandma was admitted to the hospice, I knew it was time to start saying goodbye. But to my surprise, she started telling me jokes and even made a few new friends there! It turned out that the hospice was not just a place for people to die, but also a place for them to laugh and have fun.
innocence A state of being blissfully ignorant and unaware of the world's harsh realities. ■ "John was so innocent, he didn't even know what a credit card was. When he went to the store, he thought it was just a game and ended up spending $500."
Insights The sudden realization that something which you had previously assumed was true is actually completely false, followed by a period of intense self-reflection during which you realize that everything you thought you knew about yourself and the world around you was incorrect. ■ "I used to think I was good at cooking, but after trying to make dinner for my friends last night, I realized that I had been kidding myself. Turns out, I burn everything and have no idea what I'm doing in the kitchen."
Kidnap To steal someone away from their home or place of safety and hold them captive against their will. Often used in a humorous context to refer to someone who has been abducted for a short time but was not harmed. ■ "I accidentally kidnapped my best friend's cat while trying to pet it! Poor thing was so scared and meowed loudly the whole time. Thankfully, I was able to return her safely to her owner."
Maid A female servant who performs various household tasks, such as cleaning and cooking. ■ When the maid accidentally spilled red wine on the white carpet, the owner's reaction was priceless. She ran to grab a paper towel, but it was too late - the stain was set in stone!
makeovers A dramatic transformation of a person's appearance, often involving the use of makeup and hairstyling. However, makeovers can also refer to the transformation of a person's personality or outlook on life. ■ "When I found out my friend was going to get a makeover for her wedding, I knew it was going to be epic! And when she revealed her new look, I couldn't stop laughing at how different she looked. But the best part was when she started acting like a completely different person - all thanks to her makeover!
migraine A severe headache that is usually accompanied by symptoms such as dizziness, sensitivity to light and sound, and nausea. ■ "I had a migraine so bad that I felt like I was living in a dark room with a pounding noise in my head. It was like the world was trying to kill me!
Monogamous An individual who is only attracted to one partner of the same sex. ■ John's boyfriend was so jealous of his best friend, who was also John's ex-boyfriend. It turns out John was just monogamous, and couldn't deal with the idea of anyone else having him!
Murderous Capable of committing murder., Extremely dangerous or harmful, often resulting in death., Used to describe a person or thing that is extremely aggressive and violent. ■ "The killer's weapon was a murderous combination of a knife and a gun.", "His temper was so murderous, he could turn even the sweetest of people into monsters., "The storm was so murderous that it destroyed everything in its path."
nachos A Mexican dish made of tortilla chips topped with melted cheese and various toppings such as beans, peppers, salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and jalapeno peppers. ■ "I had a dream that I was swimming in a pool of nachos. When I woke up, I realized it was just my imagination and I was still in bed."
newcomer A person who has recently arrived in a new place or situation, often naive and easily impressed. ■ "I was a newcomer to the city when I first moved here, and I was blown away by how big everything was!"
opens To make a door, lid, or container swing open, especially by turning a handle. ■ "The door opens with a loud creak. I always forget to oil the hinges."; To begin or start something, especially an activity or discussion. ■ "The meeting opens with a prayer and then dives right into discussing the budget."; To reveal or make known something that was previously hidden or unknown. ■ "The secret agent's cover was blown when he accidentally opened his briefcase in front of the wrong person."; To uncover or discover something, often by chance. ■ "I always wondered what was inside that old antique chest until I accidentally opened it while dusting."