Archives for December 2019

Definition of a thick layer ofExamples of Grime in a senGrime and debris covered the floor of the construction site. Even the strongest cleaner could not remove the grime on the bottom of the tub. While the maid was on vacation, grime and dust began to build on the furniture. The mother scrubbed the grime from under the baby’s finger nails. Disgusted by the … [Read more...] about Grime used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Gra facial expression that usually indicates strong dislike orExamples of Grimace in a senAfter he ate my spinach casserole, my husband had a grimace of disgust on his face. It is said that it takes more muscles to grimace than it does to smile. Although Jenna said her ankle was fine, the grimace on her face told us her injury was serious. A grimace … [Read more...] about Grimace used in sentence example & words in English

Definition ofdreary; miseExamples of Grim in a senThe soldiers were grim after losing many of their comrades in battle. Because the weather is grim, we are staying inside our home. It was obvious from the students’ grim faces they were not happy about the pop quiz. When Heather saw the grim look on her supervisor’s face, she knew her job was in jeopardy. I could … [Read more...] about Grim used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Grivery serious and often causing a lot of pain or suffExamples of Grievous in a senHearing that you have cancer is always grievous news. He had suffered a grievous wound that he would never recover from. The doctor did her best, but there was no fixing such a grievous injury. Sometimes, a verbal insult can cause a more grievous injury than any … [Read more...] about Grievous used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Griemotionally distressed or heartbroken because of aExamples of Grieving in a senAlthough it has been months, the grieving widow is still mourning her husband’s brutal murder. Virginia’s way of grieving her grandson’s death included binge eating and crying in her bed most of the day. Because he isn’t grieving and doesn’t seem to be distressed about his … [Read more...] about Grieving used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Gto mourn or be upset over aExamples of Grieve in a senTaking the time to grieve the loss of a loved one is an important part of the healing process. The tornado seemed to flatten the city, leaving many survivors behind to grieve the losses of their homes and loved ones. The counselor helped the woman learn how to healthily grieve her husband’s loss and to … [Read more...] about Grieve used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Griean aggravation or compExamples of Grievance in a senAs Phil typed his grievance about the store’s poor customer service, he hoped he would receive a response from the corporate office. Because of a grievance, I have not spoken to my best friend in over two weeks. The dishonest police chief ignored my grievance against one of his officers. Janet’s … [Read more...] about Grievance used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of deep sorrow and disExamples of Grief in a senThe death of her cat sent the woman into a period of grief. Intense grief filled the woman’s heart when her husband asked for a divorce. Grief after his father’s death caused the man to spend many nights in tears. With therapy, the distraught mother was able to overcome the grief brought on by the loss of … [Read more...] about Grief used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Gria situation in which nothing is progressing or moving foExamples of Gridlock in a senThanks to an accident occurring at a major junction, three sections of the city have been put into gridlock, with no one being able to move an inch. The vote between the two politicians is so heated and even that they are in gridlock, with neither one of them gaining the … [Read more...] about Gridlock used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Gria field for football, marked with regularly spaced parallel Examples of Gridiron in a senWe played a gridiron game on a typical American football field with lines and goal posts. The quarterback ran down the gridiron like lightning, only stopping once he had safely reached the end zone. One of the best teams to play on the gridiron this year, the … [Read more...] about Gridiron used in sentence example & words in English

Definition ofan object containing spaced bars that are parallel to or cross each Examples of Grid in a senWhen pressed down, the grid created perfect parallel lines across the waffles. The bars of the metal grid served as a barrier. A wire grid on the window allowed the area to ventilate while keeping bugs out. The lattice grid was covered with vines that wrapped in … [Read more...] about Grid used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Greyan old man, especially a wisExamples of Greybeard in a senThe greybeard professor has been teaching psychology at the college level for over thirty years. Sounding like a greybeard, the boy was wise beyond years and behaved more like an old man than a teenager. Although he is a greybeard, my eighty-year-old grandfather tries to act as if he is young … [Read more...] about Greybeard used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Gregafond of the company of others; sociExamples of Gregarious in a senWhen you walk in a room, you radiate gregarious energy, surely to brighten all gloomy souls. Gregarious people are likely to hang out with friends every weekend while reserved people keep to themselves. If you want to be more approachable, show a gregarious smile. Storms of people … [Read more...] about Gregarious used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Grto have received a polite acknowledgment of one’s arExamples of Greeted in a senI am often greeted by an employee whenever I enter the grocery store, which makes me feel more welcome. My mother greeted me with a hug and a kiss as I returned home from college for spring break. Kurt was greeted by his friend with a high five when he finally arrived at the … [Read more...] about Greeted used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Greea person that is a beginner or new to an actExamples of Greenhorn in a senVeteran bingo players noticed that the greenhorn could not keep up with the fast caller. The greenhorn who joined the softball team needs a lot of practice. Lack of experience caused the greenhorn to miss several shots during his first game. The greenhorn bowler’s ball spent … [Read more...] about Greenhorn used in sentence example & words in English