Definition of Pena strong lExamples of Penchant in a senAt an early age, my annoying brother seemed to have a penchant for getting into trouble. Hackers have a penchant for breaking into secure areas. Have you noticed that most computer programmers have a penchant for math? Juliet, a music major, had a penchant for playing the piano. Recently, Henry discovered … [Read more...] about Penchant used in sentence example & words in English
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Penance used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Peself-inflicted punishment for a miExamples of Penance in a senThe priest told me to say twenty Hail Marys as a penance for my sins. Because April spent most of her teenage years mistreating her mother, she felt it was her penance to provide care for her when she became elderly. The man gave away all of his money to charity as penance for his … [Read more...] about Penance used in sentence example & words in English
Penalty used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Pea penalty is punishment for violating a rule oExamples of Penalty in a senThe player caused the team to receive a five-yard penalty for unsportsmanlike conduct. A penalty for driving too fast is a speeding ticket which can be quite costly. The mischievous boy’s penalty for skipping class was a week in detention. Since he was drinking and driving, his … [Read more...] about Penalty used in sentence example & words in English
Penalize used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Pento suffer from a punishing conseqExamples of Penalize in a senThe referee decided to penalize the home soccer team when they continued to break the rules. After coming in late for the past three weeks, the boss would penalize Kevin by having him work free overtime instead of firing him. Police and judges would often penalize the protesters in the city … [Read more...] about Penalize used in sentence example & words in English
Penal used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of penal refers to a disciplinary punisExamples of Penal in a senUsing that drug outdoors is a penal offense, but using it indoors is permissible. The new penal code allows for more lenient punishments for certain misdemeanor crimes. Some individuals within the state’s penal institution are provided an opportunity to earn a skill or trade in jail. To … [Read more...] about Penal used in sentence example & words in English
Pelt used in sentence example & words in English
Definition ofto beat or hit repeaExamples of Pelt in a senWhen I looked up at the tree, a squirrel took an acorn and acted like it would pelt me with it. A severe thunderstorm created hail that would pelt the windshield with such force that I thought it would crack. The Boston Massacre is believed to have started when one colonist decided to pelt a British soldier with … [Read more...] about Pelt used in sentence example & words in English
Pellucid used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Pelvery well-defined in meaning and Examples of Pellucid in a senThe contract was pellucid and left no confusion about each party’s responsibilities. Because the story was not written in a pellucid manner, its plot was difficult to understand. The poem was easy to understand because of its pellucid style. When the president broadcast his budget plan … [Read more...] about Pellucid used in sentence example & words in English
Pellet used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Pa little compacted piece of material orExamples of Pellet in a senA pellet of dog food had dropped out of the dog’s food bowl, but the owner missed seeing it. In order to make the wood mulch, the paper pulp is compressed into a small ball to make into each pellet. Instead of using bullets, the gun required the owner to place a pellet into the gun so that … [Read more...] about Pellet used in sentence example & words in English
Pell-mell used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Pella confused or disorderly mExamples of Pell-mell in a senThe crowd of people was running about in an absolute pell-mell that was difficult for the riot police to keep under control. On Black Friday, many people engage in a massive pell-mell that can be very dangerous since everyone is running about so crazily. Someone pulled the fire alarm at the mall, … [Read more...] about Pell-mell used in sentence example & words in English
Pelf used in sentence example & words in English
Definition ofExamples of Pelf in a senThe penny-pincher refused to part with any of his pelf, choosing to only spend on things that were absolutely necessary. Most taxpayers like refunds but get irritated when there is any extra pelf is taken from their check. The gang member was angry when he found out his partner in crime spent all of the pelf they had stolen from the … [Read more...] about Pelf used in sentence example & words in English
Pejorative used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Pejorexpressing disapproval or belittling the importance of someExamples of Pejorative in a senWhile the detective was supposed to be neutral, he described the suspect in a pejorative manner. A pejorative remark usually brings about an angry response from the listener. Although the writer meant to be kind, his words implied a pejorative point of … [Read more...] about Pejorative used in sentence example & words in English
Peevish used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Pealways whining or complaExamples of Peevish in a senThe clingy toddler became peevish every time his mother walked out of the room. Because John is peevish and never satisfied with anything, he finds it hard to make friends. Our maid quit because she said I had a peevish attitude and did not appreciate her hard work Although Rick is in his early … [Read more...] about Peevish used in sentence example & words in English
Peeve used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of an annoyance or irrExamples of Peeve in a senMaking a tapping sound on the desk was the peeve that annoyed our teacher the most. A dreaded peeve of mine is when people talk loudly on a cell phone during a movie. Texting and driving is not only a bothersome peeve of police, it is illegal in most states. Her most infuriating peeve is when people smack … [Read more...] about Peeve used in sentence example & words in English
Peerless used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Peeone and only; superior than any Examples of Peerless in a senThe peerless boxer never loses a fight. Our army is peerless, wining every war. John’s peerless musical composition won him multiple awards. Curtis is a peerless baseball player who never strikes out. My helicopter offers me a peerless view of Manhattan. Most Searched Words (with V … [Read more...] about Peerless used in sentence example & words in English
Peered used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Plooked at closely with one’sExamples of Peered in a senThe truck driver peered out of his big rig’s window, staring at the mountains that were coming into view. Zoey struggled to see anything as she squinted her eyes and peered through the thick fog. The detective peered at the evidence, looking at each piece carefully before moving on to the … [Read more...] about Peered used in sentence example & words in English