The Turtle of Oman 2026 Vocabulary set

uniform

noun. Official clothes you might wear for your job, sport, or school.

pretend

verb. To act as if something is true when it is not true

specialize

verb. To focus on one particular product, activity, or job; to be very good at a subject like making clothes, geography, or English grammar ;)

rather than

instead of; used when choosing one thing over another thing

noise

noun. Sounds that you don't like

shiny

adjective. Reflects light in a beautiful way, like a diamond.

slanted

adjective. On an incline; not flat.

command

noun. Something a person tells you that you must do.

demonstration

noun. Showing how something works.

instance

noun. An example of something happening.

judgement

noun. The ability to reason or make a decision.

bit

noun. A small amount or piece of something.

task

noun. A job, chore, duty, or something you need to do.

gradually

adverb. Changing slowly step by step.

strategically

adverb, With a plan in mind

adopt

verb. To make something your own: a person, an idea, a belief, a new technology.

grasp

verb. To hold something firmly in your hand or understand with your mind.

attempt

verb. To try.

demanding

adjective. Needing a lot of your time, attention, or effort.

swirl

verb. To move in a circular pattern.

shriek

verb. To scream in an ugly way.

gobble

verb. To eat something up very quickly.

resemble

verb. To look like something or someone.

anxious

adjective. Experiencing worry, unease, and nervousness.

urge

verb. To encourage or push someone to do something.

smuggle

verb. To sneak something in against the rules.

shrug

verb. To move your shoulders up, saying, "I don't know."

glance

verb. To look at something quickly.

stack

noun or verb. Things piled on top of each other, like books.

wave

verb. To move your hand to say hello or goodbye.

laces

noun. The strings on your shoes

streak

noun. A long, thin line or mark that is different in color or texture from what is around it

spotlight

noun. A big light that focuses on someone or something.

composition

noun. Parts put together to make a whole: especially for an essays, writing, and music. What something is made of.

temporary

adjective. Not forever, only for a short time.

pluck

verb. To pick or pull out.

overwhelming

adjective. Too much emotion or effort at one time.

nibble

verb. To take small bites, like a baby or a mouse.

shrivled

adjective. To wrinkle and dry out.

march

verb. To walk like a soldier.

precious

noun. Very special and valuable.

curtains

noun. The fabric covering your windows or shower.

jiggle

verb. To move or shake with motion.

fierce

adjective. Showing intense, aggressive behavior or strength.

banish

verb. To send away or drive out.

crooked

adjective. Something that is not straight.

dangling

adjective. Hanging or swinging loosely.

flicker

verb. To burn or shine on and off; dancing light.

antique

adjective. Old and valuable.

veer

verb. To change direction suddenly; swerve.

puffy

adjective. Light and full of air, often used to describe clouds or a soft texture.

dim

adjective. Almost dark; very low light.

harmony

noun. Music notes that sound nice together. Putting things together in a way that is nice and peaceful.

migrate

verb. To move from one place to another for a season for better conditions.

sigh

verb or noun. To exhale deeply when you are stressed, sad, or tired.

batch

noun. A group of items made together, especially when baking or cooking.

polish

verb. To make something smooth and shiny by rubbing it.

crawl

verb. To move slowly on hands and knees or by dragging the body close to the ground.

astounding

Adjective. Causing amazement or wonder; remarkably impressive.

exclaim

verb. To cry out suddenly in surprise or strong emotion.

mood

noun. A temporary feeling, can be good or bad.

howl

verb. To make a sound like a wolf. AWOOOOOO

blow

verb. To move air, like through your lips or in the air.

wander

verb. To move around without a path or destination.

mound

noun. A pile of something, like dirt or salt.

sink

verb. To move down, especially in the water.

parachute

noun. A device used to slow descent from the air, made of fabric and designed to open up when falling.

windmill

noun. A structure or tower that makes energy from wind.

awkward

adjective. A little weird and uncomfortable.

frightened

adjective. Afraid, scared, worried.

Shepherd

noun. A person who cares for sheep.

stiff

adjective. Not bending or moving easily; stuck.

blink

verb. to close and open your eyes.

clay

noun. Nice mud from the earth, often used for pottery.

scrambled

adjective. Mixed or confused.

gear

noun. Items used for sports or camping.

tent

noun. A portable shelter made of fabric, supported by a frame and typically used for camping.

drop

noun. decline, going down, dipping.

beg

verb. To ask for something again and again and again.

roast

verb. To cook something over a fire.

take advantage of

verb. To use what you have the best you can.

permit

noun. A paper or document allowing you to do something.

arrange

verb. To organize or plan something.

insect

noun. A bug! Ah!

log

noun. A piece of wood; part of a cut tree used for firewood.

willing

adjective. Ready and prepared to do something.

grown up

noun. An adult; not a child.

hypnotize

verb. To put someone into a trance or make them confused.

constellation

noun. A group of stars that make a shape.

paradise

noun. A perfect, beautiful place, like heaven.

giggle

verb. To laugh a little.

pitch

noun. How high or low a sound is.

mingle

verb. To mix or combine with others, usually when talking.

extinct

adjective. No longer in existence; an animal or group that has died out completely.

Tactile

adjective. Related to touch or feeling.

pebble

noun. A small, smooth stone.