February 21st to February 27th
Sunday February 21, 2010
common - adjective
Definition
usual; same for all
Example Sentences
We have many common experiences.
That's not really very common in this part of the world.
Monday February 22, 2010
chase - verb
Definition
to run or go after someone or something
Example Sentences
The police chased the robber across the town.
My dog chases our cat every day around the house.
Tuesday February 23, 2010
appear - verb
Definition
to show oneself; to come into sight; to seem
Example Sentences
He appeared after the first band played their songs.
When the sun appears on the horizon, begin walking towards camp.
Wednesday February 24, 2010
Had to
"Had to" is the past of both "have to" and "must".
Example Sentences
John had to get up early to catch the train last week.
He said he had to leave.
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February 14th to February 20th
Sunday February 14, 2010
equal - adjective
Definition
the same in amount, size, weight or value; having the same rights
Example Sentences
All students in this class have an equal chance to win the prize.
That resource is equal to twenty gallons of gas production.
Monday February 15, 2010
hostage - noun
Definition
a person captured and held as a guarantee that a demand or promise will be honored
Example Sentences
The man was a hostage for more than two months until the crisis was resolved.
The hijacker took twenty hostages to meet his demands.
Tuesday February 16, 2010
Sorry to do this ...
Use 'sorry + infinitive' to apologize for a current situation.
Example Sentences
Sorry to upset you, but you need to understand the situation.
Sorry to bump into you like that!
Wednesday February 17, 2010
low - adjective
Definition
not high or tall; below the normal height; close to the ground
Example Sentences
The wall was low and was difficult to see.
There are low expectations for a win in this tournament.
Thursday February 18, 2010
majority - noun
Definition
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Example Sentences
The majority of computer users experience some difficulties in the beginning.
The candidate won by a slim majority of voters.
Friday February 19, 2010
mayor - noun
Definition leader of a city
The mayor approved the new laws.
Our mayor is going to improve the parks in this city.
Saturday February 20, 2010
urge - verb
Definition
to advise strongly; to make a great effort to get someone to do something
Example Sentences
I'd urge you to try harder on your next examination.
The professor urged his students to study harder.
February 7th to February 13th
Sunday February 7, 2010
wave - verb / noun
Definition
to move or cause to move one way and the other, as a flag in the wind; to signal by moving the hand one way and the other; n. a large mass of water that forms and moves on the surface of a lake or ocean
Example Sentences
Wave goodbye to the friendly people!
The waves are extremely high this afternoon.
Monday February 8, 2010
raid - verb / nounPractice Test
Definition
to make a sudden attack; n. a sudden attack carried out as an act of war, or for the purpose of seizing or stealing
Example Sentences
The soldiers made a raid on the enemy forces.
John raided the kitchen for some food.
Tuesday February 9, 2010
goods - noun
Definition
things owned or made to be sold
Example Sentences
Put the goods on the kitchen table. I'll put them away later.
We ordered a number of goods from our local stationary store.
Wednesday February 10, 2010
vicious - adjective
Definition
bad; dangerous; showing harm or hate
Example Sentences
The man is a vicious advocate of crazy causes.
Your vicious dog attacked me!
Thursday February 11, 2010
joint - adjective
Definition
shared by two or more
Example Sentences
I have a joint bank account with my wife.
The joint living quarters were used by many people.
Friday February 12, 2010
secret - noun
Definition
something known only to a few and kept from general knowledge; ad. hidden from others; known only to a few
Example Sentences
He kept his new job a secret from his family.
Do you have any secrets you would like to tell me?
Saturday February 13, 2010
advise - verb
Definition
to help with information, knowledge or ideas in making a decision
Example Sentences
We went to a specialist who advised us on our financial situation.
Could you advise me on this problem?
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January 31st to February 6th
Sunday January 31, 2010
memorial - noun
Definition
something done or made to honor the memory of a person or event
Example Sentences
The memorial they just created is beautiful and a fitting tribute to the dead.
They created a memorial for John Helms a sports star from their town.
Monday February 1, 2010
enforce - verb
Definition
to make something be done
Example Sentences
The police enforced the 10 o'clock curfew.
We will enforce this law in most cases.
Tuesday February 2, 2010
theory - noun
Definition
a possible explanation of why something exists or how something happens using experiments or ideas, but which is not yet proven.
Example Sentences
His theories are used in many commercial applications.
The scientist explained his theory to the classroom.
Wednesday February 3, 2010
flow - verb
Definition
to move like a liquid
Example Sentences
The river flowed into the ocean.
Be careful with the water, it will flow under the house.
Thursday February 4, 2010
agency - noun
Definition
an organization that is part of a larger group
Example Sentences
The agency in charge of human resources got in touch with me last week.
You'll need to speak to the import-export agency.
Friday February 5, 2010
employ - verb
Definition
to give work in return for wages
Example Sentences
We employ 160 people on 5 continents.
I don't think we should employ Tom in that position.
Saturday February 6, 2010
combine - verb
Definition
to mix or bring together
Example Sentences
His talents combine visual and audio skills.
Let's combine these three ingredients to make a souffle.
January 24th to January 30th
Sunday January 24, 2010
awake - adjective
Definition
not sleeping
Example Sentences
She's not awake yet. Let her sleep.
Is Tom awake? We need to leave for work!
Monday January 25, 2010
desert - noun
Definition
a dry area of land
Example Sentences
The desert is dangerous. Make sure to take enough water.
I love driving through the desert at sunrise. It's cool enough to enjoy the scenery.
Tuesday January 26, 2010
cloth - noun
Definition
a material made from plants, chemicals, animal hair and other substances
Example Sentences
These trousers are made of the finest silk cloth.
The curtains were made of a heavy cloth to keep the sunlight out.
Wednesday January 27, 2010
brave - adjective
Definition
having no fear
Example Sentences
The boy was very brave and agreed to go on the hike even though he had never been on a hike before.
Many people think they are brave, but sometimes they are more foolish than brave.
Thursday January 28, 2010
although - conjunction
Definition
even if it is true that
Example Sentences
Although the test is difficult, you should be able to pass if you study.
She left for the beach although it was raining.
Friday January 29, 2010
detail - noun
Definition
a small part of something; a small piece of information
Example Sentences
Make sure to look carefully at every detail before you sign the contract.
Marsha doesn't like to pay attention to details. She's more of a 'big picture' person.
Saturday January 30, 2010
halt - verb
Definition
to come or cause to come to a stop; to stop
Example Sentences
Halt! Show me your ID!
The driver halted the car and got out to open the gate.
January 17th to January 23rd
Sunday January 17, 2010
target - noun
Definition
any person or object aimed at or fired at
Example Sentences
Throw that ball at the target on the wall.
Get down! You make too easy a target standing up there like that.
Monday January 18, 2010
loud - adjective
Definition
having a strong sound; full of sound or noise
Example Sentences
That music is too loud! Turn it down!
It's difficult to understand you because the people in this bar are so loud.
Tuesday January 19, 2010
sharp - adjective
Definition
having a thin edge or small point that can cut or hurt; causing hurt or pain
Example Sentences
Be careful with that stick. It's very sharp and could hurt someone.
The point of the scissors is very sharp and pointed.
Wednesday January 20, 2010
fit - verb
Definition
to be of the correct size or shape
Example Sentences
This box doesn't fit into the closet.
I think those shoes fit you well.
Thursday January 21, 2010
ethnic - adjective
Definition
of or concerning people belonging to a large group because of their race, religion, language, tribe or where their ancestors lived
Example Sentences
He enjoys studying ethnic subjects.
Do you enjoy eating ethnic foods?
Friday January 22, 2010
poison - noun
Definition
a substance that can destroy life or damage health
Example Sentences
She gave him some poison and he was dead in an hour!
Don't eat that mushroom. It's like eating poison.
Saturday January 23, 2010
threaten - verb
Definition
to warn that one will do harm or cause damage
Example Sentences
The manager threatened his employees with extra overtime if they didn't finish quickly.
Don't threaten me!
January 10th to January 16th
Sunday January 10, 2010
tool - noun
Definition
any instrument or device designed to help one do work
Example Sentences
My computer is my favorite tool!
John bought some new tools for his birthday because he wants to do some repairs in his house.
Monday January 11, 2010
tragic - adjective
Definition
extremely sad; terrible
Example Sentences
The loss of the group on the mountain was tragic.
Classic music expresses that which is tragic better than any other music.
Tuesday January 12, 2010
deficit - noun
Definition
a shortage that results when spending is greater than earnings, or imports are greater than exports
Example Sentences
The federal deficit has become a huge problem for the economic health of the country.
We have a deficit in our school budget.
Wednesday January 13, 2010
delegate - noun
Definition
one sent to act for another; one who represents another
Example Sentences
Our company sent two delegates to the conference.
How many delegates vote in this decision?
Thursday January 14, 2010
separate - verb / adjective
Definition
to set or keep people, things or ideas away from or independent from others; ad. not together or connected; different
Example Sentences
The parents separated the fighting children.
She has a separate closet for her shoes.
Friday January 15, 2010
settle - verb
Definition
to end (a dispute); to agree about (a problem); to make a home in a new place
Example Sentences
They settled in the Northwest in Seattle.
Let's settle this argument once and for all times!
Saturday January 16, 2010
album - noun
Definition
a collection of recorded music
Example Sentences
I have three albums by the Beattles.
Many people don't listen to albums anymore. They listen to CDs.
January 3rd to January 9th
Sunday January 3, 2010
appeal - verb
Definition
to take to a higher court, person or group for a decision; to call on somebody for help
Example Sentences
They appealed the court's decision to the supreme court.
I appealed to their sense of fairness.
Monday January 4, 2010
community - noun
Definition
a group of people living together in one place or area
Example Sentences
I live in a small community of three thousand.
The community is very helpful if you ever have any problems.
Tuesday January 5, 2010
anniversary - noun
Definition
a yearly celebration or observance of an event that happened in the past
Example Sentences
My wife and I celebrated our 18th wedding anniversary last week.
It's my tenth anniversary at the company.
Wednesday January 6, 2010
ancient - adjective
Definition
very old; long ago
Example Sentences
That landmark is ancient. It was built in 2000 BC.
That story is ancient history. Forget about it!
Thursday January 7, 2010
concern - noun
Definition
interest, worry ("express concern about")
Example Sentences
Do you have any concerns about this new job?
His concern was about the treatment of the children.
Friday January 8, 2010
care - verb
Definition
to like; to protect; to feel worry or interest
Example Sentences
I care about all my students.
Do you care about the environment?
Saturday January 9, 2010
busy - adjective
Definition
doing something; very active
Example Sentences
I'm very busy this weekend.
Are you too busy to come to the meeting this afternoon?
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