Definition of overhead or directly over theExamples of Above in a senAs the children heard the airplane, they looked above to see the big Boeing 747 flying within inches of the treetops. Changing a lightbulb above your head may be difficult if the light is close to the tall ceilings. Karen had to stretch onto her tippy toes in order to reach above the top shelf to get … [Read more...] about Above sentence & words in English
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Above sentence & words in English
Definition of at a higher layer or level than somethingExamples of Above in a senIf you look above you while outside, you will almost certainly spot clouds, the sun, or the moon, though in some cases you might not see them at all. In the army, the rank of General is above the rank of Colonel, though Colonel is still above Major and Lieutenant. Resting at the top of our … [Read more...] about Above sentence & words in English
About sentence & words in English
Definition of concerning; regaExamples of About in a senThe student wrote a poem about recycling and why it is important to pick up your trash. A letter was sent out to inform clients about the new change in service prices.  My boss said that he wanted to talk about my pay and asked me to meet with him regarding a raise. Most Searched Words (with V … [Read more...] about About sentence & words in English
Abound sentence & words in English
Definition of Aavailable in large quantity or nExamples of Abound in a senAt the beginning of the school year, computer deals abound on the Internet. Walking trails abound in the beautiful park in the middle of the city.  During spring break, bikini-clad girls abound on the beaches. Local beers abound in the neighborhood pub that is rumored to have some of the best … [Read more...] about Abound sentence & words in English
About-face sentence & words in English
Definition of Aboutthe act of turning and facing an opposite direExamples of About-face in a senIn a stunning about-face, the career criminal turned his life around and got a legal job. At the signal, the soldiers did an about-face and turned in the opposite direction of the way they were standing.  The failing student must do an about-face and get serious on his … [Read more...] about About-face sentence & words in English
Abortive sentence & words in English
Definition of Aboan unproductive atExamples of Abortive in a senWhen the rebels’ plan to take over the castle proved abortive, they were caught and executed. The surgery was abortive and did not repair the damage to the man’s heart. Because of the stormy weather, the explorer’s trip to Antarctica was abortive. The plan to build a bridge to link the two islands … [Read more...] about Abortive sentence & words in English
Abort sentence & words in English
Definition of to stop something from happening any longer; to disconExamples of Abort in a senThe law allows women to abort an early-stage pregnancy. The captain instructed them to abort the mission.  If a small bird makes a dent in a plane in flight, the pilot may abort the flight and bring the aircraft back for inspection. Abort the process running on my computer. … [Read more...] about Abort sentence & words in English
Abortion sentence & words in English
Definition of Abothe purposeful termination of a human pregExamples of Abortion in a senBecause the pregnant mother was critically ill, the doctor suggested the pregnancy be terminated through surgical abortion. Strict abortion laws limit the time period in which an expectant mother can choose to end her pregnancy.  Because she didn’t have any money to provide for a … [Read more...] about Abortion sentence & words in English
Abominate sentence & words in English
Definition of Abomto despise inteExamples of Abominate in a senSince I abominate liver, I will starve to death before I eat it. My dogs abominate cold weather so I have to force them outside when the temperature goes below fifty degrees. If you abominate something, you really hate it. As a diehard golf fan, Josh is unwilling to date anyone who claims to abominate … [Read more...] about Abominate sentence & words in English
Abomination sentence & words in English
Definition of Abominsomething that is Examples of Abomination in a senThe marketing team thought the new ad to be an abomination and worked hard to come up with one they didn’t hate. People outside of the temple did things that the Lord hated, one woman making herself an abomination in his sight. Lying is an abomination in my house since my parents hate anyone who … [Read more...] about Abomination sentence & words in English
Aboriginal sentence & words in English
Definition of Aboriassociated with being part of the original population; nExamples of Aboriginal in a senThe Indian tribe’s aboriginal dialect has been replaced by the English language. In the documentary, we will learn about some of the tribal customs of the island's aboriginal people. The archaeologist found several aboriginal artifacts at the dig site of the ancient … [Read more...] about Aboriginal sentence & words in English
Abominable sentence & words in English
Definition of Abomihorrible; terExamples of Abominable in a senLast year’s record final record was abominable and we finished the season with no wings. Colonists protested the abominable tax laws that were keeping them poor and in debt.  Even though he thought Tim’s treatment of his wife was abominable, he didn’t feel it was right to confront him about the … [Read more...] about Abominable sentence & words in English
Abolition sentence & words in English
Definition of Abolthe action of putting an end to someExamples of Abolition in a senThe abolition of smoking in restaurants is a blessing to people like myself who suffer from allergies and asthma. Because the Northern states supported the abolition of slavery, many slaves fled to the North in search of freedom.  The racist political candidate supports the abolition of … [Read more...] about Abolition sentence & words in English
Abolitionist sentence & words in English
Definition of Abolitione who supports the elimination of practices or laws that are viewed as dangExamples of Abolitionist in a senThe abolitionist is recruiting like-minded people who share her opposition to the pro-abortion laws. Before the war split the nation in the 1800s, one of my ancestors was an abolitionist who gave his life to save runaway slaves. My professor … [Read more...] about Abolitionist sentence & words in English
Abolished sentence & words in English
Definition of Abolput an end to; done awayExamples of Abolished in a senAlthough it was in place for many years, the law that stopped people of different races from marrying was abolished in 1967. The teacher abolished her ‘no eating in class’ rule and allowed the children to have a snack during her lesson.  Although the slave trade was abolished, some people continued … [Read more...] about Abolished sentence & words in English