Actions & Movement🏃‍♀️

Involve

The project will _________ many different departments

He tried to __________ everyone in the discussion

Being a parent __________(s) a lot of responsibility

Synonyms: Include, compromise, entail

Formality: Neutral ⚪

Decline

She had to ____________ the invitation due to a prior engagement

The company’s profits have been ____________-ing steadily

There has been a sharp ___________ in the bird population

Synonyms: Refuse, reject, diminish; Decrease, reduction, downturn

Formality: Neutral ⚪

Shift

The manager asked the team to _______ their focus to the new project deadline

During the night _______, the factory workers operate the machines continuosly

She _______-ed her weight from one foot to the other

Synonyms: Move, change, transfer

Formality: Neutral ⚪

Dry off

Please ________ completely before getting out of the shower.

I'll towel ________ the dishes after you wash them.

The wet clothes will ________ quickly in the sun.

* Synonyms: Towel dry, evaporate, air dry

* Definition: To become dry, or to make something dry.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Chuckle

He couldn't help but ________ at the silly joke.

A low ________ escaped her lips.

The teacher tried to suppress a ________ as the student gave a funny answer.

* Synonyms: Giggle, laugh quietly, snicker

* Definition: To laugh quietly or inwardly.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Groan

He let out a loud ________ as he got out of bed.

The old floorboards began to ________ under the weight.

She couldn't help but ________ when she saw the amount of work to do.

* Synonyms: Moan, lament, sigh (of discomfort)

* Definition: (Verb) To make a deep, inarticulate sound in response to pain or despair; (Of an object) make a low, mournful sound when subjected to pressure or wear. (Noun) A deep, inarticulate sound.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Trip

Be careful not to ________ over the uneven pavement.

She took a nasty ________ and fell down the stairs.

* Synonyms: Stumble

* Definition: (Verb) To catch one's foot on something and stumble or fall

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Crawl

The baby learned to ________ before she could walk.

Traffic began to ________ during rush hour.

He had to ________ through the narrow tunnel.

* Synonyms: Creep, inch, inch along

* Definition: To move along on the hands and knees or with the body close to the ground; (Of a vehicle or person) to move very slowly.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Mumble

He tends to ________ when he's nervous.

I couldn't understand what she was trying to ________.

Please don't ________; speak clearly.

* Synonyms: Mutter, whisper, drone

* Definition: To say something indistinctly and quietly, making it difficult for others to hear.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Dash

She had to ________ to the store before it closed.

He made a quick ________ for the exit.

Add a ________ of salt to the soup.

* Synonyms: Sprint, rush, bolt

* Definition: (Verb) To run or travel somewhere in a great hurry; (Noun) An act of running somewhere in a hurry; a small amount of something.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Gulp

He took a large ________ of water after his run.

She tried to ________ down her fear before entering the dark room.

The fish quickly ________ the bait.

* Synonyms: Swallow, devour, gasp (of air)

* Definition: (Verb) To swallow (drink or food) quickly or in large mouthfuls; to suppress (a strong emotion). (Noun) An act of gulping.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Burp

The baby let out a loud ________ after feeding.

It's considered impolite to ________ at the dinner table.

He tried to stifle a ________ after drinking the soda.

* Synonyms: Belch, eructate (formal), bubble (of gases)

* Definition: (Verb) To emit gas from the stomach through the mouth; (Noun) An act or sound of burping.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral (though often avoided in formal settings)

Toss

Just ________ the dirty clothes in the hamper.

She decided to ________ a coin to make the decision.

He gave the ball a gentle ________ to the dog.

* Synonyms: Throw, fling, hurl

* Definition: To throw (something) lightly or carelessly.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Drop out

He decided to ________ of college after his first year.

Don't ________ of the race; you're doing great!

Many students ________ of online courses due to lack of motivation.

* Synonyms: Quit, abandon, withdraw

* Definition: To withdraw from a course, competition, or activity.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Breakdown

The car had a mechanical ________ on the highway.

She had a complete emotional ________ after the stress.

Let's do a detailed ________ of the project costs.

* Synonyms: Failure, collapse, analysis

* Definition: (Noun) A mechanical failure or collapse; a collapse of a person's mental or physical health; an analysis or classification of something.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Schelp

I had to ________ all these heavy bags across town.

It's a bit of a ________ to get there from here, but worth it.

Why do I always have to ________ your groceries?

* Synonyms: Haul, lug, drag

* Definition: (Informal) To carry (something heavy or awkward) a long distance.

* Formality: 🔴 Informal

Hesitate

Don't ________ to ask if you have any questions.

She seemed to ________ before answering the difficult question.

He didn't ________ for a moment before jumping in to help.

* Synonyms: Pause, waver, delay

* Definition: To pause before saying or doing something, especially through uncertainty or reluctance.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Swerve

The driver had to ________ to avoid hitting the deer.

The car suddenly ________ into the opposite lane. He made a sudden ________ to the right.

* Synonyms: Deviate, veer, dart

* Definition: To change or cause to change direction abruptly.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Assemble

We need to ________ the new furniture according to the instructions.

The students began to ________ in the auditorium for the ceremony.

The team managed to ________ all the parts for the prototype.

* Synonyms: Put together, gather, construct

* Definition: To gather together in one place for a common purpose; to construct (something) by fitting parts together.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Choke

Be careful not to ________ on that piece of candy.

He started to ________ up during his emotional speech.

The plants began to ________ the small stream.

* Synonyms: Gag, suffocate, block

* Definition: To have difficulty breathing because of a constricted or obstructed throat; (Of a plant) to prevent (another plant) from growing by depriving it of light, moisture, or nutrients.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Carry out

We need to ________ the plans precisely as designed.

Soldiers are trained to ________ their duties without question.

The team was unable to ________ the experiment due to equipment failure.

* Synonyms: Execute, perform, implement

* Definition: To perform a task or action; to accomplish or complete a plan or order.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Approach

Examples:

* The car began to ________ the intersection slowly.

* We need to take a different ________ to solving this problem.

* The date of the deadline is fast ________.

* Synonyms: Come near, method, draw near

* Definition: (Verb) To come near or nearer to (someone or something) in distance or time; to speak to (someone) for the first time about something. (Noun) A way of dealing with something; an act of drawing nearer.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Barging

Examples:

* He was rude for just ________ into the conversation.

* Stop ________ through the crowd like that.

* The boat was ________ its way through the narrow canal.

* Synonyms: Pushing, forcing (one's way), intruding

* Definition: (Present participle of barge) Moving clumsily or heavily; pushing forcefully and awkwardly, especially into a place.

* Formality: 🔴 Informal

Belated

Examples:

* I sent her a ________ birthday wish because I forgot the date.

* My apologies for the ________ response to your email.

* He offered his ________ congratulations on their anniversary.

* Synonyms: Late, delayed, overdue

* Definition: Coming or happening later than should have been the case.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Bolt

Examples:

* The startled deer began to ________ across the field.

* He used a heavy ________ to secure the door.

* She managed to ________ down her food before leaving.

* Synonyms: Dash, run, secure (verb), fastening (noun)

* Definition: (Verb) To run away suddenly; to fasten (a door or window) with a bolt. (Noun) A bar that slides into a socket to fasten a door or window.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Burst

Examples:

* The balloon ________ with a loud pop.

* She ________ into tears when she heard the news.

* There was a sudden ________ of applause from the audience.

* Synonyms: Explode, rupture, eruption

* Definition: (Verb) To break suddenly and violently apart, scattering contents; to come or go suddenly and rapidly. (Noun) An act of breaking apart or open; a sudden brief outbreak or surge.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Chomp

Examples:

* The horse began to ________ on its hay noisily.

* He took a big ________ out of the apple.

* The dog likes to ________ at its food.

* Synonyms: Munch, bite, chew

* Definition: (Verb) To chew or bite on something noisily. (Noun) An act of chomping.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Clash

Examples:

* The two rival gangs began to ________ in the street.

* There was a ________ of opinions during the meeting.

* Those colors really ________ with each other.

* Synonyms: Conflict, collide, disagree

* Definition: (Verb) To come into conflict or opposition; (Of colors) to be inharmonious. (Noun) A violent confrontation.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Clatter

Examples:

* The pots and pans began to ________ as they fell.

* I heard a loud ________ from the kitchen.

* He made a lot of ________ when he dropped the tray.

* Synonyms: Rattle, clang, noise

* Definition: (Verb) To make a continuous rattling sound as a result of striking hard surfaces together. (Noun) A continuous rattling sound.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Crouch

Examples:

* The hunter had to ________ low to avoid being seen.

* He assumed a defensive ________ position.

* The cat began to ________ before pouncing on its prey.

* Synonyms: Squat, stoop, hunker

* Definition: (Verb) To adopt a position where the knees are bent and the upper body is brought forward and down, typically to avoid detection or to prepare for action. (Noun) A crouching position.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Detour

Examples:

* We had to take a long ________ due to road construction.

* They decided to ________ through the scenic route.

* The closed road forced us to make an unexpected ________.

* Synonyms: Reroute, diversion, bypass

* Definition: (Noun) A long or roundabout way taken to avoid something or to visit somewhere along the way. (Verb) To take a detour.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Dispatch

Examples:

* The police immediately ________ officers to the scene of the accident.

* He showed great ________ in completing the task quickly.

* The messenger was given an urgent ________ to deliver.

* Synonyms: Send, transmit, speed

* Definition: (Verb) To send off to a destination or for a purpose; to deal with (a task or problem) quickly and efficiently. (Noun) The act of sending someone or something off; speed in doing something.

* Formality: 🔵 Formal

Dodge

Examples:

* He managed to ________ the incoming ball with quick reflexes.

* She tried to ________ the question about her past.

* The rabbit made a quick ________ to escape the fox.

* Synonyms: Evade, avoid, sidestep

* Definition: (Verb) To avoid (someone or something) by a sudden quick movement; to avoid (something undesirable or unpleasant) by trickery or deceit. (Noun) A quick evasive movement.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Douse

Examples:

* He managed to ________ the campfire with a bucket of water.

* Please ________ the lights when you leave the room.

* The sudden rainstorm helped to ________ the flames.

* Synonyms: Extinguish, put out, soak

* Definition: To pour a liquid over; to extinguish (a fire or light).

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Elope

Examples:

* They decided to ________ and get married in secret.

* Their parents were shocked when they heard the couple had ________.

* She dreamed of running away and ________ with her true love.

* Synonyms: Run away (to marry), abscond, elope

* Definition: To run away secretly in order to get married, especially without parental consent.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Evict

Examples:

* The landlord threatened to ________ the tenants for not paying rent.

* They were ________ from their home after the bank foreclosed.

* The city council voted to ________ the protestors from the park.

* Synonyms: Dispossess, expel, remove

* Definition: To expel (someone) from a property, especially with the support of the law.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Flinch

Examples:

* He didn't even ________ when the loud firework exploded.

* She gave a slight ________ when he suddenly raised his hand.

* Don't ________ when the needle goes in.

* Synonyms: Recoil, wince, cower

* Definition: (Verb) To make a quick, nervous movement as an instinctive reaction to fear, pain, or surprise. (Noun) A quick, nervous movement.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Gorge

Examples:

* They explored the deep ________ carved by the river.

* He began to ________ himself on pizza and soda.

* After the long hike, we were ready to ________ on some hot food.

* Synonyms: Canyon (noun), ravine (noun), devour (verb)

* Definition: (Noun) A narrow valley between hills or mountains, typically with steep rocky walls and a stream running through it. (Verb) To eat a large amount greedily.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Growl

Examples:

* The dog let out a low ________ at the approaching stranger.

* My stomach started to ________ when I got hungry.

* He tried to suppress a ________ of frustration.

* Synonyms: Snarl, rumble, grumble

* Definition: (Verb) (Of an animal, especially a dog) to make a low guttural sound of hostility in the throat; (Of a person's stomach) to rumble. (Noun) A low guttural sound.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Hoedown

They organized a country-western ________ with live music and dancing.

* We all went to the annual community ________ in the barn.

* The festival ended with a lively ________.

* Synonyms: Barn dance, country dance, jamboree (informal)

* Definition: A lively country dance or party, typically involving square dancing.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Hustle

Examples:

* We need to ________ if we want to catch that train.

* It's important to ________ to get ahead in the competitive market.

* Life in the big city is a constant ________.

* Synonyms: Hurry, rush, work hard (informal)

* Definition: (Verb) To push, crowd, or shove (someone); to work busily and energetically. (Noun) A state of great activity; (Informal) a dishonest or illicit means of making money.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Jeopardize

Examples:

* His reckless actions could ________ the entire mission.

* Don't ________ your future by making hasty decisions.

* The scandal threatened to ________ her career.

* Synonyms: Endanger, imperil, threaten

* Definition: To put (someone or something) into a situation in which there is a danger of loss, harm, or failure.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Jostle

Examples:

* The crowd began to ________ for position at the front of the stage.

* We had to ________ our way through the packed subway car.

* She tried to avoid being ________ by the excited fans.

* Synonyms: Push, shove, bump

* Definition: To push, elbow, or shove (someone) roughly in a crowd.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Maneuver

Examples:

* The pilot performed a difficult ________ to land the plane safely.

* He tried to ________ his way out of the awkward situation.

* It was a clever political ________ to win support.

* Synonyms: Movement, tactic, manipulation (verb)

* Definition: (Noun) A movement or series of moves requiring skill and care; a carefully planned scheme. (Verb) To move skillfully or carefully; to guide or manipulate.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Maul

Examples:

* The bear continued to ________ its prey.

* He was severely ________ by the wild animal.

* The critics really ________ his latest novel.

* Synonyms: Savagely attack, lacerate, mangle

* Definition: To (of an animal) wound (a person or animal) by scratching and tearing; to treat (someone or something) roughly.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Muster

Examples:

* He tried to ________ enough courage to ask her out.

* The captain ordered his troops to ________ for inspection.

* She tried to ________ a smile despite her sadness.

* Synonyms: Gather, summon, collect

* Definition: To assemble (troops), especially for inspection or in preparation for battle; to gather or summon (a feeling, quality, or amount of something).

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Prowl

Examples:

* The lion began to ________ through the tall grass, searching for prey.

* He could hear the cat ________ around the house at night.

* Thieves were reported to be ________ in the neighborhood.

* Synonyms: Lurk, stalk, roam

* Definition: (Verb) (Of an animal) to move around stealthily in search of prey; (Of a person) to move around restlessly and stealthily. (Noun) An act of prowling.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Rustle up

Examples:

* I'll see if I can ________ some dinner for us.

* He managed to ________ some old clothes for the charity drive.

* Can you ________ a few more chairs for the guests?

* Synonyms: Prepare (quickly), gather, find

* Definition: (Informal) To quickly prepare or find (something, especially food).

* Formality: 🔴 Informal

Screech

Examples:

* The car's tires let out a loud ________ as it braked.

* The owl let out a piercing ________ in the night.

* She began to ________ at him in frustration.

* Synonyms: Shriek, high-pitched cry, harsh sound

* Definition: (Verb) To give a loud, harsh, piercing cry. (Noun) A loud, harsh, piercing cry.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Scurry

Examples:

* The mouse began to ________ across the floor.

* I heard a small creature ________ in the attic.

* She quickly made a ________ exit from the awkward situation.

* Synonyms: Dart, scuttle, rush

* Definition: To move hurriedly with short quick steps.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Stalk

Examples:

* The hunter tried to ________ his prey unseen.

* The flower stood tall on a slender ________.

* He would ________ around the office whenever he was angry.

* Synonyms: Pursue (stealthily), stem (noun), stride (verb)

* Definition: (Verb) To pursue or approach stealthily; to walk stiffly or haughtily. (Noun) The main stem of an herbaceous plant.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Storm out

She got angry and decided to ________ of the room.

* He threatened to ________ of the meeting if he didn't get his way.

* Don't just ________ without saying anything.

* Synonyms: Stride out angrily, flounce out, exit furiously

* Definition: To leave a place quickly and angrily.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Stray

Examples:

* A small ________ dog wandered into our yard.

* Don't ________ from the main topic of discussion.

* He has a tendency to ________ into dangerous neighborhoods.

* Synonyms: Wandering, lost (adjective), deviate (verb)

* Definition: (Verb) To wander from the right path or away from the group; (Of a domestic animal) to wander from its home. (Noun) A domestic animal that has wandered or escaped and is lost.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Strut

Examples:

* The peacock began to ________ proudly with its tail fanned out.

* He likes to ________ around like he owns the place.

* The model gave a confident ________ down the runway.

* Synonyms: Swagger, prance, pompous walk

* Definition: (Verb) To walk with a stiff, erect, and conceited gait. (Noun) A proud, confident walk.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Tug

Examples:

* The child gave a gentle ________ on his mother's sleeve.

* The little boat began to ________ at its mooring ropes.

* There was a distinct ________ on the fishing line.

* Synonyms: Pull, haul, jerk

* Definition: (Verb) To pull (something) hard or suddenly. (Noun) A hard or sudden pull.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Abide

Examples:

* You must ________ by the rules of the game.

* I can't ________ rude behavior.

* He swore to ________ his promise.

* Synonyms: Obey, tolerate, endure

* Definition: (Often followed by 'by') Accept or act in accordance with (a rule, decision, or recommendation); (Often with a negative) tolerate.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Alternate

Examples:

* They decided to ________ between working from home and the office.

* The traffic lights ________ red and green.

* She chose an ________ route to avoid the construction.

* Synonyms: Rotate, interchange, successive (adjective)

* Definition: (Verb) To occur or cause to occur by turns repeatedly; (Adjective) (Of two things) happening or following one after the other repeatedly.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Anchor

Examples:

* The ship dropped its ________ in the calm bay.

* He served as the news ________ for the evening broadcast.

* The concrete block helps to ________ the tent in strong winds.

* Synonyms: Mooring, presenter (news), secure (verb)

* Definition: (Noun) A heavy object attached to a rope or chain and used to moor a vessel to the seabed; a person or thing that provides stability or confidence. (Verb) To moor (a vessel) with an anchor; to provide (something) with a firm basis or foundation.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Barrel

Examples:

* The car came ________-ing around the corner at high speed.

* They managed to ________ the wine and store it in the cellar.

* The rifle had a long, polished ________.

* Synonyms: Rush, hurtle (verb), cask (noun), tube (noun)

* Definition: (Verb) To move very fast in a particular direction; (Noun) A cylindrical container bulging out in the middle, traditionally made of wooden staves, used for liquids; the tube of a gun or firearm.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Bask

Examples:

* Lizards love to ________ in the sun on warm rocks.

* He loved to ________ in the glory of his recent success.

* We spent the afternoon ________ in the warm glow of the fire.

* Synonyms: Sunbathe, luxuriate, revel

* Definition: To lie in or be exposed to warmth, typically from the sun, for relaxation and pleasure; to revel in and make the most of (something pleasing).

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Beat up

Examples:

* The gang threatened to ________ him if he didn't pay.

* He was attacked and badly ________ outside the bar.

* The police arrested those who tried to ________ the victim.

* Synonyms: Assault, thrash, pummel

* Definition: To repeatedly hit and kick someone violently.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral (commonly used, but informal)

Behead

Examples:

* Historically, traitors were often sentenced to be ________.

* The queen was ultimately ________ for treason.

* The ancient execution method was to ________ criminals.

* Synonyms: Decapitate, execute, guillotine

* Definition: To cut off the head of (someone or something).

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral (historical/formal context)

Black out

Examples:

* He started to ________ from the pain.

* The city had a complete power ________ during the storm.

* The screen will ________ for a moment during the transition.

* Synonyms: Faint, lose consciousness, power outage (noun), obscure (verb)

* Definition: To lose consciousness; (of an area) to suffer a power cut; to obscure or suppress (information).

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Blastoff

Examples:

* The crowd cheered during the rocket's successful ________.

* The mission counts down to ________.

* They practiced the launch sequence repeatedly before ________.

* Synonyms: Launch, liftoff, ignition

* Definition: The launching of a rocket or spacecraft.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Bobbing

Examples:

* The buoy was ________ gently on the waves.

* She started ________ her head to the rhythm of the music.

* Apples were ________ in the barrel during the game.

* Synonyms: Floating, bouncing, dipping

* Definition: To make a quick, short, up-and-down movement.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Bolt away

Examples:

* The rabbit saw the dog and immediately ________.

* He decided to ________ from the stressful situation.

* The children started to ________ as soon as the bell rang.

* Synonyms: Dash off, run away, flee

* Definition: To run or escape quickly and suddenly.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Boot out

Examples:

* The bouncer had to ________ the disruptive customer from the bar.

* He was ________ of the club for breaking the rules.

* The new management decided to ________ the old staff.

* Synonyms: Expel, eject, kick out (informal)

* Definition: (Informal) To force (someone) to leave a place or organization; to dismiss.

* Formality: 🔴 Informal

Bound

Examples:

* The deer gave a mighty ________ over the fence.

* You are legally ________ by the terms of the contract.

* The two cities are ________ by a shared history.

* Synonyms: Leap, jump (noun/verb), obligated, tied (adjective), limit (noun)

* Definition: (Noun) A leap or jump. (Verb) To walk or run with leaping strides; to form the boundary of. (Adjective) Obligated; destined to.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Bracing

Examples:

* The cold morning air was wonderfully ________.

* He found the challenge of the new job incredibly ________.

* The pillars were added to provide extra ________ for the structure.

* Synonyms: Invigorating, refreshing (adjective), supporting (verb)

* Definition: (Adjective) (Of weather) fresh and invigorating; (of a situation) challenging or stimulating. (Present participle of brace, meaning supporting).

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Bring on

Examples:

* The coach decided to ________ a substitute player.

* Eating too much sugar can ________ a headache.

* "You want a challenge? ________!" he declared.

* Synonyms: Cause, introduce, provoke, challenge

* Definition: To cause (something undesirable) to happen or appear; to be the cause of; to usher in (a person or thing). (Also, an exclamation of challenge).

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Bumbling

Examples:

* The ________ detective always seemed to solve the case by accident.

* He was known for his ________ attempts at public speaking.

* The ________ old man tripped over his own feet.

* Synonyms: Clumsy, awkward, inept

* Definition: Acting in a confused or incompetent way; making frequent mistakes.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Call off

Examples:

* They had to ________ the outdoor concert due to the heavy rain.

* The police decided to ________ the search for the missing hiker.

* He promised to ________ his dogs if she didn't run.

* Synonyms: Cancel, abandon, postpone

* Definition: To cancel (an event or agreement); to order (a dog or person) to stop attacking or pursuing someone.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Carve

Examples:

* He used a knife to ________ a small wooden bird.

* We'll ________ the turkey for Thanksgiving dinner.

* The sculptor will ________ her name into the stone.

* Synonyms: Sculpt, engrave, slice (meat)

* Definition: To cut (a solid material) in order to produce an aesthetically pleasing shape or design; to cut (cooked meat) into slices for eating.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Cast

Examples:

* The fisherman ________ his line into the river.

* She joined the ________ of the school play.

* The doctor put my broken arm in a ________.

* Synonyms: Throw, assign roles (verb), actors (noun), plaster mold (noun)

* Definition: (Verb) To throw (something) forcefully in a specified direction; to assign a role to (an actor). (Noun) The set of actors in a play or film; a plaster mold used for broken bones.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Chant

Examples:

* The monks began to ________ their evening prayers.

* The crowd started to ________ the team's name.

* The rhythmic ________ filled the stadium.

* Synonyms: Sing, intone, refrain (noun)

* Definition: (Verb) To say or shout (a word or phrase) in a repeated rhythmic way; to sing on one note. (Noun) A repeated rhythmic phrase or song.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Churning

Examples:

* The boat's propellers were ________ the water.

* Her stomach was ________ with anxiety.

* The old machine kept ________ out faulty products.

* Synonyms: Stirring, agitating, roiling, producing rapidly (figurative)

* Definition: (Of a liquid) agitating or stirring it vigorously; (of a stomach) feeling nausea; (of a machine/process) producing rapidly or in large quantities, often continuously.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Claw

Examples:

* The cat extended its ________ and scratched the furniture.

* He tried to ________ his way out of the sinking mud.

* The machine game at the arcade uses a mechanical ________.

* Synonyms: Talon, nail (animal), scratch (verb), grab (verb)

* Definition: (Noun) A sharp, curved horny appendage on the toe or foot of a bird, mammal, or reptile; a pincer-like appendage. (Verb) To scratch or tear with claws or fingernails; to make one's way with difficulty.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Clinch

Examples:

* The team managed to ________ the championship title in the final game.

* He delivered a decisive punch that served to ________ the fight.

* They hoped to ________ the deal with a final handshake.

* Synonyms: Secure, settle, guarantee, win

* Definition: To confirm or settle (a contract or bargain); to firmly establish (a victory or championship); (Boxing) To hold (an opponent's body or arms) in order to prevent or hinder punching.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Chiseled

Examples:

* The statue featured a man with strong, ________ features.

* His jawline was sharply ________ and defined.

* The ancient ruins contained intricately ________ stone carvings.

* Synonyms: Sculpted, carved, sharply defined

* Definition: Shaped or formed with a chisel, especially finely or sharply defined.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Flaunt

Examples:

* She loved to ________ her new designer clothes.

* Don't ________ your wealth in front of less fortunate people.

* He tends to ________ his intelligence, which can be annoying.

* Synonyms: Show off, parade, display ostentatiously

* Definition: To display (something) ostentatiously, especially in order to provoke envy or admiration or to show defiance.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral (often with negative connotation)

Fleeing

Examples:

* The suspect was seen ________ the scene of the crime.

* They spent days ________ from the war zone.

* She was ________ from her past.

* Synonyms: Escaping, running away, absconding

* Definition: Running away from (a place, person, or situation). (Present participle of 'flee').

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Fling

Examples:

* He gave the ball a mighty ________.

* She had a brief summer ________ with a musician.

* Don't just ________ your clothes on the floor.

* Synonyms: Throw, hurl (verb), casual affair, short period (noun)

* Definition: (Verb) To throw or hurl forcefully; to move or rush impetuously. (Noun) A brief period of uncontrolled indulgence or enjoyment; a brief casual sexual relationship.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral (for throwing), 🔴 Informal (for affair/period)

Flock

Examples:

* A large ________ of birds flew overhead.

* Tourists ________ to the beach during the summer.

* The shepherd gathered his ________ of sheep.

* Synonyms: Herd, group (noun), gather, assemble (verb)

* Definition: (Noun) A group of birds or sheep or other animals; a large number of people. (Verb) To congregate or mass in a crowd.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Flog

Examples:

* Historically, sailors were sometimes sentenced to be ________ged.

* He's trying to ________ his old car for a good price.

* Don't try to ________ a dead horse. (idiom)

* Synonyms: Whip, beat (verb), sell (informal)

* Definition: To beat (someone) with a whip or stick as punishment; (informal) to sell (something).

* Formality: 🔵 Formal (for beating), 🔴 Informal (for selling)

Fly in

Examples:

* The supplies had to ________ due to the impassable roads.

* She will ________ from London tomorrow morning.

* Can you ________ to meet us for the conference?

* Synonyms: Arrive by plane, transport by air

* Definition: To arrive somewhere by plane; to transport something or someone by air.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Forsake

Examples:

* She vowed never to ________ her family.

* He decided to ________ his old habits and start fresh.

* Do not ________ your friends in times of need.

* Synonyms: Abandon, desert, renounce

* Definition: To abandon (someone or something); to renounce or give up (something valued or pleasant).

* Formality: 🔵 Formal

Fumble

Examples:

* He managed to ________ the ball and lost possession.

* She ________d in her bag for her keys.

* Don't ________ your words during the presentation.

* Synonyms: Mishandle, drop, grope (verb)

* Definition: To handle (something) awkwardly or clumsily; to drop or mishandle (a ball or other object); to speak or act hesitantly or awkwardly.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Gallop

Examples:

* The horse broke into a furious ________.

* We watched the wild horses ________ across the plain.

* The children started to ________ through the park, pretending to be horses.

* Synonyms: Sprint, dash, run (fast)

* Definition: (Noun) The fastest pace of a horse or other quadruped, with all four feet off the ground together in each stride. (Verb) (Of a horse or other quadruped) to go at a gallop.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Glide

Examples:

* The swans seemed to ________ effortlessly across the water.

* The aircraft began its long, slow ________ towards the runway.

* She loved to ________ across the ice on her skates.

* Synonyms: Slide, float, soar (verb), smooth movement (noun)

* Definition: (Verb) To move with a smooth, continuous motion, typically without a loss of height or momentum; to move or pass imperceptibly. (Noun) A smooth continuous movement.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Grab onto

Examples:

* Make sure you ________ the railing as you go down the stairs.

* He managed to ________ the rope just before he fell.

* She tried to ________ every opportunity that came her way.

* Synonyms: Cling to, seize, take hold of

* Definition: To take hold of (something) firmly or suddenly.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Grind off

Examples:

* We had to ________ the rusted bolt to remove it.

* Use a grinding tool to ________ the sharp edges.

* He spent hours trying to ________ the excess metal.

* Synonyms: Abrade, file down, smooth off, remove by grinding

* Definition: To remove (a substance or part) by grinding or abrasive action.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Grip

Examples:

* He lost his ________ on the steering wheel.

* The tires had excellent ________ on the wet road.

* The story's tension held me in its powerful ________.

* Synonyms: Hold, grasp (noun/verb), control (figurative)

* Definition: (Noun) A firm hold or grasp; a firm control. (Verb) To take and keep a firm hold of; to hold the attention or interest of.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Halted

Examples:

* The car suddenly ________ at the intersection.

* Production was temporarily ________ due to a power outage.

* The police officer ________ the traffic.

* Synonyms: Stopped, paused, ceased, brought to a stop

* Definition: (Past tense/past participle of halt) Brought or came to an abrupt stop.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Handoff

Examples:

* The quarterback executed a perfect ________ to the running back.

* There will be a smooth ________ of leadership to the new CEO.

* The project requires a careful ________ between departments.

* Synonyms: Transfer, exchange, pass (sports)

* Definition: The act of giving something or control of something to another person or group; (American football) an act of handing the ball to another player.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Haul

Examples:

* The truck was designed to ________ heavy loads.

* He managed to ________ himself out of bed.

* It was a long ________ up the mountain.

* Synonyms: Drag, pull, transport (verb), journey, catch (noun)

* Definition: (Verb) To pull or drag with effort or force; to transport. (Noun) A quantity of something acquired, especially illicitly; a distance to be traversed.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Held

Examples:

* She ________ the baby gently in her arms.

* The meeting was ________ in the main conference room.

* He ________ a strong belief in justice.

* Synonyms: Gripped, conducted, believed, maintained (past tense/participle of hold)

* Definition: Past tense and past participle of 'hold': to grasp, carry, or support; to keep or detain; to conduct (a meeting); to have or maintain (a belief, position, etc.).

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Hoist

Examples:

* They used ropes to ________ the heavy equipment onto the roof.

* The flag was ________ed to the top of the flagpole.

* It took a collective ________ to get the boat into the water.

* Synonyms: Lift, raise, elevate (verb/noun)

* Definition: (Verb) To raise (something) by means of ropes and pulleys or other mechanical apparatus; (Noun) An act of hoisting or lifting.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Hold out

Examples:

* We can only ________ for so long against their attacks.

* The old batteries won't ________ much longer.

* Can you ________ on eating until everyone arrives?

* Synonyms: Resist, endure, last, delay

* Definition: To continue to resist or survive under difficult conditions; to last for a period of time; to extend (an object) toward someone.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral

Hole up

Examples:

* They decided to ________ in a remote cabin until the storm passed.

* The criminals were trying to ________ in the abandoned warehouse.

* Let's ________ at home and watch movies all weekend.

* Synonyms: Hide out, take shelter, sequester oneself (informal)

* Definition: (Informal) To take shelter or hide; to stay in a particular place, usually for an extended period, often to escape something or someone.

* Formality: 🔴 Informal

Hound

Examples:

* The celebrity was constantly ________ed by paparazzi.

* He trained his ________ to track scents.

* Don't ________ me for details; I'll tell you when I'm ready.

* Synonyms: Harass, badger (verb), dog (breed, noun)

* Definition: (Verb) To harass, persecute, or pursue relentlessly; (Noun) A dog of a breed used for hunting.

* Formality: ⚪ Neutral