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Definition of to move around quietly in a place trying not to be heard orExamples of Prowl in a senI called the police when I noticed a masked man prowl through the neighborhood.  When we walked down the dark alley, we saw cats prowl by the dumpsters.  We wanted to sneak out of school, so we had to prowl through the hallways without drawing attention to ourselves. … [Read more...] about Prowl used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Prskill or expertise in an activity or Examples of Prowess in a senChristina used her hunting prowess to survive in the woods for a week.  Michelangelo, historically known for his sculptures and paintings, clearly possessed a prowess for art.  With a prowess for writing, the promising author wrote a thirteen chapter fiction novel.  The young girl hangs … [Read more...] about Prowess used in sentence example & words in English

Definition ofthe front part of a boat orExamples of Prow in a senOn the prow of ancient ships, the Chinese would pain eyes to protect sailors from evil and lead them through the darkness.  The bow shaped seafood restaurant is shaped like the prow of a ship.  The ornately designed prow helped the boat’s front standout from the rest of the vessels in the area. … [Read more...] about Prow used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Prthe senior administrative officer in a college or univeExamples of Provost in a sen1. The provost at my college is in charge of all administrative functions, being the senior administrative officer there. 2. While not all colleges have one, my university has a provost that is in charge of all of our administrative functions, though he does have junior … [Read more...] about Provost used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Provcausing irritation or anger purposeExamples of Provoking in a senThe bully is constantly provoking a fight by calling the other kids names and starting arguments.  Provoking the snake to anger, the boy continued to poke it with a big stick.  Pablo thinks that his pranks are funny, but his annoying mischief usually makes people upset.  Most Searched … [Read more...] about Provoking used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Promade angry; annoyed on puExamples of Provoked in a senThe bully continually provoked the other child, teasing and calling him names to make him angry.  By poking the sidewinder with a stick, the boy provoked the rattlesnake to try and strike him.  The decision to ban some strollers at Disney has provoked protests from irritated parents around the … [Read more...] about Provoked used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Prto trigger a reaction, often an angrExamples of Provoke in a senThe pictures of the victim’s body are sure to provoke feelings of anger within the jury.  When the host asked the celebrity about his divorce, he hoped to provoke a heated response.  Nobody expected the teen’s death to provoke a national investigation into the brutality of police force. … [Read more...] about Provoke used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Provoctending to provoke or stimExamples of Provocative in a senWhen the editor read the provocative article which urged people to destroy government buildings, he insisted the writer redo the entire piece.  The purpose of the con artist’s provocative speech is to inspire us to give him our life savings.  During the debate, the experienced politician made … [Read more...] about Provocative used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Provocanything or anyone that incites a resExamples of Provocation in a sen I walked away from a potential fight despite my enemy’s provocation.  Without external provocation, bears are normally gentle creatures.  It was not until I threatened to kick my brother out of the house that he had enough provocation to look for a job.  If the project is not … [Read more...] about Provocation used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Provocan agitator or another person who provokes trExamples of Provocateur in a senA provocateur in the courtroom, the rabblerousing attorney always found a way to make people turn on one another.  The troublemaking teen was known as a provocateur who liked to start arguments and fights amongst friends at school.  A political provocateur, the agitator, got … [Read more...] about Provocateur used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Pra conditional stipulation attached to an agreExamples of Proviso in a senA proviso was added to the bill to make sure that the likelihood of theft would be diminished.  The only proviso of the loan is that you must buy your home in Shelby County.  Adding a proviso to the contract, the employer placed a temporary stipulation on the agreement.  A … [Read more...] about Proviso used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Provistemporary, but with the intention of eventually becoming permanent or being replaced by a permanent equivExamples of Provisional in a senProvisional custody arrangements favored the mother, but the children were later ordered to live with their father.  A provisional government was founded in Philadelphia, but the capital was later moved to Washington … [Read more...] about Provisional used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Provactions taken to meet a possibleExamples of Provision in a sen1. The tax provision ensures lenders will not raise interest rates above a certain percentage. 2. Since Ann’s grandfather gifted her with a financial provision in his will, she will never have to worry about money. 3. The savings provision will make it easier for parents to put away money … [Read more...] about Provision used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of ProviExamples of Provincial in a senEven though James had travelled all over the world, he still wore clothing which was quite provincial and outdated.  Because I grew up in an orphanage run by nuns, I have a very provincial outlook on life and tend to prefer the simple things.  In many romantic-comedy movies, the heroine dreams of leaving her provincial … [Read more...] about Provincial used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Proa region within a coExamples of Province in a senProvince leaders insist that the new energy plant will bring 3,000 jobs to the region within five years.  Although most of the country was safe, the southernmost province seemed to be filled with extremist groups.  While much of the nation was unscathed, aftershocks ravaged the province where the … [Read more...] about Province used in sentence example & words in English