{"id":11989,"date":"2022-11-22T01:46:44","date_gmt":"2022-11-22T08:46:44","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2026-01-22T18:44:15","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T01:44:15","slug":"words-with-multiple-meanings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wordscoach.com\/blog\/words-with-multiple-meanings\/","title":{"rendered":"Words with multiple meanings"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"words-head\" id=\"words-4054302475\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-5017566440575750\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-5017566440575750\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"3340569236\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Words with multiple meanings<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Language is fascinating, and one of its most intriguing features is how a single word can carry multiple meanings.<\/strong> These words are known as <em>polysemous<\/em> words\u2014terms that hold two or more related senses. Understanding such words is essential for both fluent communication and comprehension in English.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">What do you call words with multiple meanings?<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Two words spelled the same but with different meanings are called&nbsp;<strong>homographs<\/strong>. <strong>Homographs<\/strong>&nbsp;are words that are spelled the same but may or may not be pronounced differently.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Words with multiple meanings And Examples<\/mark><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Absolute<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Complete, total.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She had absolute control over the project.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A type of concentrated essential oil.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The perfume was made with rose absolute.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Absorb<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To soak up (liquid).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The sponge absorbed the spilled water.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To fully engage attention.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She was absorbed in her book.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Accept<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To receive willingly.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He accepted the gift with gratitude.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To agree to a proposal.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The company accepted the contract terms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Account<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A financial record.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She checked her bank account balance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A description or explanation.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He gave an account of the incident.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Active<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Physically energetic.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She leads an active lifestyle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Currently in use.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The volcano is still active.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Address<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A location (postal).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0What\u2019s your home address?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To speak formally to an audience.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The president will address the nation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. Advance<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To move forward.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The troops advanced toward the enemy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0An early payment.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He asked for an advance on his salary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8. Agitate<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To stir (a liquid).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Agitate the mixture before drinking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To upset or provoke.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The protest was meant to agitate for change.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>9. Anticipate<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To expect something.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0We anticipate heavy traffic today.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To act before someone else.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He anticipated her move in chess.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>10. Apparent<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Clearly visible.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0His happiness was apparent.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Seeming (but not necessarily real).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The apparent cause was a loose wire.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>11. Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A formal request.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She submitted a job application.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0The act of putting something to use.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The application of this theory is complex.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>12. Arise<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To get up (from sleep).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He arose early in the morning.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To occur or emerge.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0A problem arose during the meeting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>13. Assume<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To suppose without proof.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0I assume you\u2019ll be there.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To take on (a role).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She assumed leadership of the team.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>14. Awkward<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Clumsy.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He felt awkward dancing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Difficult to handle.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0It was an awkward situation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>15. Bark<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0The sound a dog makes.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The dog\u2019s bark was loud.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0The outer covering of a tree.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The bark peeled off the oak tree.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>16. Base<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0The bottom support.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The lamp has a heavy base.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A military installation.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The soldier returned to the base.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>17. Bat<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A flying mammal.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Bats hunt at night.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A sports equipment (baseball\/cricket).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He swung the bat and hit a home run.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>18. Bear<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0The animal.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0A bear wandered into the campsite.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To carry or endure.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She couldn\u2019t bear the pain.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>19. Before<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Earlier in time.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Call me before noon.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0In front of.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She stood before the judge.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>20. Bill<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0An invoice for payment.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Did you pay the electricity bill?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A bird\u2019s beak.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The duck\u2019s bill was bright yellow.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>21. Bind<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To tie tightly.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Bind the rope around the pole.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A difficult situation.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He was in a bind with his finances.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>22. Bit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A small piece.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She ate a bit of chocolate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A tool for drilling.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The drill bit broke.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>23. Blast<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0An explosion.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The blast shook the building.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A fun time.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0We had a blast at the party.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>24. Blue<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0The color.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She wore a blue dress.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Sad.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He felt blue after the breakup.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>25. Blunt<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Not sharp.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The knife was too blunt to cut.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Direct (in speech).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She was blunt about her opinion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>26. Bolt<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A metal fastener.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He tightened the bolt with a wrench.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To run away suddenly.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The horse bolted when it heard the noise.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>27. Bond<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A connection or tie.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0They shared a strong emotional bond.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A financial investment (government\/security).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He invested in treasury bonds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>28. Bore<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To make a hole (drilling).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0They bored through the rock to find oil.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To cause boredom.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0His long speech bored the audience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>29. Bother<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To annoy.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Stop bothering your sister!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To take the trouble.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Don\u2019t bother making dinner; we\u2019ll order.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>30. Bound<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Certain or destined.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She\u2019s bound to succeed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To leap or jump.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The deer bounded across the field.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>31. Bowl<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A deep dish for food.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She ate cereal from a bowl.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A sports championship (e.g., Super Bowl).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Our team made it to the bowl game.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>32. Box<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A container.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He packed his books in a cardboard box.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A sport (boxing).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She trains daily to box professionally.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>33. Buckle<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A fastener for belts.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0His belt buckle was shiny.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To collapse under pressure.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The bridge buckled in the storm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>34. Cabinet<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A storage cupboard.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The dishes are in the kitchen cabinet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A group of senior government officials.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The Prime Minister\u2019s cabinet met today.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>35. Can<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Able to (ability).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She can speak three languages.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A metal container.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He opened a can of beans.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>36. Casual<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Relaxed, informal.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He wore casual clothes to the party.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Not regular or permanent.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She works as a casual employee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>37. Center<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0The middle point.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Place the vase in the center of the table.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A facility for a specific activity.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The community center hosts events.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>38. Certain<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Sure, without doubt.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0I\u2019m certain I locked the door.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Specific but unnamed.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0A certain person called for you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>39. Chair<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A seat with a backrest.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She sat on a wooden chair.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0The leader of a meeting.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Professor Lee is the department chair.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>40. Channel<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A TV\/radio station.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Switch to Channel 5 for the news.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A water passage.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The English Channel separates France and England.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>41. Character<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Personality traits.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She has a kind character.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A fictional person in a story.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Harry Potter is the main character.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>42. Charge<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To demand payment.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The hotel charges $200 per night.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To rush forward (attack).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The soldiers charged at the enemy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>43. Charm<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Attractiveness or enchantment.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0His charm won everyone over.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A small lucky ornament.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She wore a charm bracelet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>44. Check<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To verify.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Check the spelling before submitting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A written bank payment (US).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He paid by check.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>45. Claim<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To assert as true.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She claims she saw a UFO.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A demand for compensation.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He filed an insurance claim.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>46. Cleave<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To split apart.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The axe cleaved the log in two.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To stick firmly (archaic).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0\u201cCleave to your principles.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>47. Clip<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To cut off.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She clipped the coupon from the paper.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A fastener.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The hair clip kept her bangs in place.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>48. Club<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A social organization.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He joined a chess club.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A heavy stick (weapon).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The caveman carried a wooden club.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>49. Coach<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A sports trainer.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The coach motivated the team.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A passenger vehicle.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0We traveled by coach to London.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>50. Cobble<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To roughly assemble.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He cobbled together a makeshift table.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A rounded stone (cobblestone).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The street was paved with cobbles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>51. Cobbler<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A shoe repairer.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The cobbler fixed my leather boots.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A fruit pie dessert.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She baked a peach cobbler for dessert.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>52. Column<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A vertical pillar (architecture).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The ancient temple had marble columns.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A newspaper section.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She writes a weekly advice column.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>53. Command<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To order authoritatively.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The general commanded his troops to advance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Mastery of a skill.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He has a strong command of Spanish.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>54. Commission<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A fee for services.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Artists earn a commission on each sale.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0An official task group.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The government formed a pollution commission.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>55. Commit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To pledge or dedicate.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He committed to exercising daily.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To perpetrate (a crime).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The thief committed a burglary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>56. Company<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A business organization.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She works for a tech company.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Companionship.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0I enjoy your company.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>57. Complete<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Finished.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The project is now complete.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To finish something.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Please complete the form by Friday.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>58. Compose<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To create (music\/writing).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Mozart composed symphonies as a child.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To calm oneself.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She took deep breaths to compose herself.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>59. Compound<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A chemical substance.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Water is a compound of hydrogen and oxygen.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0An enclosed area.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The embassy compound was heavily guarded.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>60. Condition<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A state of being.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The car is in excellent condition.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A requirement.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0One condition of the job is travel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>61. Connect<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To join.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Connect the wires to the battery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To establish a relationship.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0We connected over our love of books.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>62. Contain<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To hold within.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0This box contains old photos.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To control (emotions\/spread).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Firefighters contained the wildfire.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>63. Convert<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To change form\/religion.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She converted to Buddhism last year.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A person who changed beliefs.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He\u2019s a recent convert to veganism.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>64. Core<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0The central part.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Remove the apple\u2019s core before eating.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Essential part.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Trust is the core of their friendship.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>65. Court<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A legal tribunal.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The case went to court.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A sports arena (tennis\/basketball).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0They played on the clay court.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>66. Crane<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A large lifting machine.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The crane lifted the steel beams.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A long-necked bird.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0A crane stood by the riverbank.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>67. Crash<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A violent collision.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The car crash blocked traffic.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A sudden failure (computer\/market).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The stock market crashed in 2008.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>68. Credit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Financial trust (loans).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She has good credit for a mortgage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Acknowledgment.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He received credit for the discovery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>69. Critical<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Very important.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0This is a critical decision.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Disapproving or harsh.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The review was highly critical.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>70. Crude<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Unrefined (oil\/materials).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Crude oil prices rose today.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Vulgar or rough.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0His jokes were crude and offensive.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>71. Cultivate<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To grow crops.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Farmers cultivate wheat here.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To develop (a skill\/friendship).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She cultivated her artistic talent.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>72. Curious<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Eager to learn.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The child was curious about space.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Strange or unusual.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0A curious noise came from the attic.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>73. Current<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Present or recent.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0What\u2019s your current address?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Flow of water\/electricity.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The river\u2019s current was strong.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>74. Custom<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A tradition.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0It\u2019s a local custom to bow when greeting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Made-to-order.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He bought a custom suit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>75. Date<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A day on the calendar.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Today\u2019s date is July 18, 2025.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A romantic outing.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0They went on a dinner date.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 3:<\/strong>\u00a0A sweet fruit.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Dates are common in Middle Eastern cuisine.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>76. Decline<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To refuse politely.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She declined the job offer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A gradual deterioration.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The city\u2019s population is in decline.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>77. Defend<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To protect from harm.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The lawyer defended her client in court.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To justify (an idea).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He defended his thesis passionately.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>78. Delicacy<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Fragility or fineness.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Handle the antique vase with delicacy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A rare\/expensive food.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Caviar is considered a delicacy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>79. Deliver<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To bring goods.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The courier delivered the package.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To give a speech.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She delivered a powerful lecture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>80. Delivery<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0The act of transporting goods.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Free delivery on orders over $50.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0The manner of speaking.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0His comedic delivery was flawless.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>81. Depart<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To leave.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The train departs at 6 PM.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To deviate (from a plan).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The movie departs from the book\u2019s plot.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>82. Dependent<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Relying on someone\/something.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Children are dependent on their parents.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A person who relies on another (tax term).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He claimed his son as a dependent.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>83. Depress<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To make someone sad.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The news depressed him.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To press down.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Depress the brake pedal slowly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>84. Determine<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To decide firmly.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She determined to finish the project.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To ascertain (facts).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The test will determine your level.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>85. Development<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Growth or progress.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The child\u2019s development was rapid.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A constructed area (real estate).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0They bought a house in a new development.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>86. Digest<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To break down food.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0It takes hours to digest a heavy meal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A summary of information.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She read a digest of the research paper.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>87. Dim<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Faint or low light.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The room was dimly lit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Not intelligent (slang).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0His response was a bit dim.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>88. Direction<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A course\/path.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The map shows the direction to the lake.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Instructions.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Follow the recipe\u2019s directions carefully.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>89. Discharge<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To release (from duty\/hospital).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The soldier was discharged honorably.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Emission of liquid\/sound.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The wound had a foul discharge.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>90. Discipline<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Self-control or training.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Learning piano requires discipline.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A branch of knowledge.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Biology is a scientific discipline.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>91. Dissolve<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To mix into liquid.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Sugar dissolves in water.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To end officially.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The assembly voted to dissolve the committee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>92. Doctor<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A medical professional.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The doctor prescribed antibiotics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To alter or falsify.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He doctored the photo to remove flaws.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>93. Dominant<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Most influential.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The lion is the dominant predator.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A genetic trait.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Brown eyes are a dominant gene.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>94. Draft<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A preliminary version.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She wrote a draft of her essay.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A current of air.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Close the window to avoid the draft.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>95. Dread<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To fear greatly.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He dreaded the upcoming exam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Thick, matted hair (Rastafarian term).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She styled her hair in dreadlocks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>96. Dull<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Boring.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The lecture was dull.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Not sharp.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The knife is too dull to cut.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>97. Dusting<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Removing dust.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She gave the shelves a quick dusting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A light sprinkle.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0A dusting of snow covered the ground.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>98. Either<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0One of two options.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0You can choose either book.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Also (in negative sentences).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0I don\u2019t like spinach, and my sister doesn\u2019t either.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>99. Emit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To release (light\/sound\/heat).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The lamp emitted a soft glow.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To utter (a sound).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The owl emitted a loud hoot.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>100. Examination<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A formal test.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The final examination is next week.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Close inspection.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The doctor\u2019s examination revealed no issues.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>101. Execute<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To carry out (a plan\/order).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The team executed the project flawlessly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To legally kill as punishment.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The prisoner was executed at dawn.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>102. Expose<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To reveal something hidden.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The journalist exposed the corruption scandal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To leave unprotected (e.g., to weather).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Don\u2019t expose your skin to harsh sunlight.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>103. Exposure<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0The state of being exposed.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Prolonged exposure to loud noise can damage hearing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Public attention.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The artist gained exposure from the exhibition.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>104. Expression<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A word or phrase.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0&#8220;Break a leg&#8221; is a theatrical expression.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Facial look conveying emotion.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Her expression turned from joy to shock.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>105. Extension<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0An addition (e.g., to a building).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0They built an extension to the house.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Extra time granted.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The professor gave us a two-day extension.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>106. Faith<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Strong belief in religion.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She practices her faith daily.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Trust or confidence.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0I have faith in your abilities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>107. Fallen<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Dropped from a higher place.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Rake the fallen leaves.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Killed in battle.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0A memorial honored the fallen soldiers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>108. Figure<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A number or shape.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The figure on the graph spiked in July.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A person\u2019s body shape.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She has a slender figure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>109. File<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A folder for documents.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The contract is in the blue file.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To smooth with a tool.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He filed his nails before the meeting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>110. Fly<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To move through the air.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Birds fly south for winter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A pesky insect.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0A fly buzzed around the room.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>111. Foot<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Body part.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She hurt her left foot.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Unit of measurement (12 inches).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The room is 10 feet wide.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>112. Forge<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To create (metalwork).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Blacksmiths forge iron into tools.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To fake (a signature\/document).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He was arrested for forging checks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>113. Foundation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Base of a structure.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The house\u2019s foundation cracked.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0An organization (charity).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She donated to a cancer research foundation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>114. Fresh<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0New or recently made.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Buy fresh bread from the bakery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Rude or bold (slang).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Don\u2019t get fresh with me!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>115. Generation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A group born in the same era.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Millennials are a tech-savvy generation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Production of energy.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The dam provides power generation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>116. Grace<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Elegance or poise.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The dancer moved with grace.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A period of extra time.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0You have a 10-day grace period to pay.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>117. Grave<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A burial site.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0They visited their grandfather\u2019s grave.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Serious or solemn.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The doctor\u2019s expression was grave.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>118. Grievous<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Severe or painful.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He suffered a grievous injury.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Morally shocking.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0It was a grievous crime.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>119. Grim<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Gloomy or harsh.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The future looks grim for the company.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Determined (e.g., &#8220;grim resolve&#8221;).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She faced the challenge with grim focus.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>120. Grind<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To crush into powder.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Grind coffee beans finely.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Hard, tedious work.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The daily grind of commuting is exhausting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>121. Ground<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0The earth\u2019s surface.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The kids played on the wet ground.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Basis for an argument.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Her research grounds the theory in fact.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>122. Gum<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Chewing substance.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He blew a bubble with his gum.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Flesh around teeth.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Brush gently to protect your gums.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>123. Hamper<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To hinder.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Bad weather hampered rescue efforts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A laundry basket.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Throw the towels in the hamper.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>124. Handle<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A grip (e.g., on a door).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Turn the handle to open it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To manage a situation.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She handled the crisis calmly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>125. Harbor<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A sheltered port for ships.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The boats docked in the harbor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To secretly hold (a thought\/feeling).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He harbored resentment for years.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>126. Hard<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Solid or firm.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The diamond is extremely hard.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Difficult.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The math test was very hard.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>127. Hatch<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To emerge from an egg.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The chicks will hatch in a few days.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A ship&#8217;s opening.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The cargo was loaded through the hatch.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>128. Head<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0The top part of the body.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She nodded her head in agreement.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Leader of a group.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He is the head of the department.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>129. Hearty<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Warm and enthusiastic.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0They gave us a hearty welcome.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Large and satisfying (meal).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0We enjoyed a hearty breakfast.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>130. Heave<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To lift with effort.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0They heaved the heavy box onto the truck.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To vomit (informal).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The rough seas made him heave.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>131. Hide<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To conceal.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The cat likes to hide under the bed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Animal skin.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The bag is made of cow hide.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>132. Hit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To strike.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She hit the ball out of the park.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A successful song\/movie.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Their new song became a hit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>133. Host<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A person who receives guests.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She was the host of the party.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A large number.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0A host of problems arose.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>134. Image<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A visual representation.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The image on the screen was blurry.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Public perception.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The scandal damaged his image.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>135. Impertinent<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Rude or disrespectful.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The impertinent child interrupted the meeting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Irrelevant (archaic).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0His comments were impertinent to the discussion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>136. Intense<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Extreme in degree.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The heat was intense.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Passionate.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She has an intense personality.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>137. Invest<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To put money into something for profit.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He decided to invest in stocks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To devote time\/effort.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She invested years in her research.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>138. Involve<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To include as a necessary part.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The job involves a lot of travel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To engage emotionally.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He became deeply involved in the project.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>139. Issue<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A topic of discussion.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Climate change is a critical issue.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To distribute.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The office issued new uniforms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>140. Jam<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A sweet fruit spread.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She spread jam on her toast.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A tight squeeze or traffic congestion.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0We were stuck in a traffic jam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>141. Jerk<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A sudden sharp movement.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The bus stopped with a jerk.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0An annoying person (slang).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He was acting like a real jerk.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>142. Kid<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A child.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The kids are playing outside.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To joke or tease.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0I was just kidding!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>143. Kind<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Type or category.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0What kind of music do you like?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Caring or generous.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She is a very kind person.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>144. Lapse<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A temporary failure.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He had a lapse in concentration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0The expiration of a policy.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Her insurance policy lapsed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>145. Lash<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To strike with a whip.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The rider lashed the horse.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0An eyelash.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She has long, dark lashes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>146. Last<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Final in a series.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0This is the last piece of cake.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To continue for a duration.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The meeting lasted two hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>147. Late<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0After the expected time.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She was late for work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Deceased.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The late president was honored.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>148. Leaves<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Plural of leaf.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The leaves turned red in autumn.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To depart.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She leaves for work at 8 AM.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>149. Left<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Opposite of right.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Turn left at the traffic light.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Past tense of leave.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He left his keys at home.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>150. Level<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Flat or even.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The floor must be level.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A stage or degree.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She reached an advanced level in French.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>151. Light<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Illumination.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Turn on the light, it&#8217;s dark in here.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Not heavy.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0This suitcase is light and easy to carry.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>152. Like<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To enjoy something.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0I like chocolate ice cream.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Similar to.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She looks like her mother.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>153. Log<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A piece of a tree trunk.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0We sat on a log by the campfire.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A record of events.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The captain kept a ship&#8217;s log.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>154. Loom<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A weaving machine.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The fabric was made on an antique loom.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To appear threateningly.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0A storm loomed on the horizon.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>155. Margin<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0The edge of a page.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Write your notes in the margin.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A small difference.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She won the election by a narrow margin.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>156. Marker<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A pen for writing.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Use a marker to label the boxes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A sign or indicator.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0This stone is a historical marker.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>157. Medium<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A size between small and large.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0I&#8217;ll have a medium coffee, please.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A method of communication.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Digital media is a powerful medium.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>158. Mine<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A place for extracting minerals.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He works in a coal mine.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Belonging to me.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0This book is mine.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>159. Minor<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Under legal age.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Minors aren&#8217;t allowed to vote.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Unimportant.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0It&#8217;s just a minor problem.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>160. Mint<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A flavoring herb.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Add some fresh mint to the tea.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A place where coins are made.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0This coin was minted in 2020.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>161. Model<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A small representation.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He built a model airplane.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A person who poses for art\/fashion.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She works as a fashion model.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>162. Mold<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A fungus.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0There&#8217;s mold on the old bread.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A hollow container for shaping.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Pour the liquid into the mold.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>163. Monitor<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A computer screen.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0My monitor stopped working.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To observe.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Nurses monitor patients&#8217; vital signs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>164. Mount<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A mountain.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Mount Everest is the highest peak.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To climb or attach.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Let&#8217;s mount the TV on the wall.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>165. Neutral<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Not taking sides.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Switzerland remained neutral in the war.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A gear position.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Put the car in neutral.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>166. Novel<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A book-length story.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She&#8217;s writing her first novel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0New and original.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0It&#8217;s a novel approach to the problem.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>167. Obscure<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Unknown.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He studies obscure languages.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To hide.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Clouds obscured the moon.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>168. Observe<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To watch carefully.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Observe how the bird builds its nest.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To celebrate (a holiday).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0We observe Christmas every year.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>169. Occupy<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To fill space\/time.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The sofa occupies too much space.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To take control (militarily).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Troops occupied the city.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>170. Passage<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A corridor.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0There&#8217;s a secret passage behind the bookcase.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A section of text.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Read the passage aloud.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>171. Patch<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A piece of material for repair.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She sewed a patch on the jeans.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A small area.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0There&#8217;s a patch of wildflowers here.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>172. Patient<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Able to wait calmly.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Be patient, your turn will come.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A person receiving medical care.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The doctor saw twenty patients today.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>173. Pattern<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A decorative design.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0I love the floral pattern on this dress.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A repeated sequence.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Study the weather pattern.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>174. Pitch<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A sports field.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The soccer pitch was muddy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0The quality of a sound.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Her voice has a high pitch.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>175. Plane<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0An airplane.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The plane lands at 3 PM.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A flat surface.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Geometry deals with planes and angles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>176. Plot<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0The main story of a book\/movie.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The plot of the novel was full of twists.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A small piece of land.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0They bought a plot to build a house.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>177. Pool<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A swimming area.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The kids splashed in the pool.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A collective resource (e.g., money).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0We contributed to a carpool fund.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>178. Pose<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To position oneself (for a photo).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The model posed for the camera.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To present a threat\/question.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The storm poses a danger to coastal towns.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>179. Positive<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Optimistic or confident.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She has a positive attitude.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A test result showing presence (e.g., COVID).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0His test came back positive.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>180. Pound<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A unit of weight (lb).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The baby weighed seven pounds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To hit repeatedly.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He pounded the nail into the wood.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>181. Process<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A series of steps.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The hiring process takes two weeks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To handle legally (e.g., documents).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The office processes visas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>182. Project<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A planned task.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The science project is due Monday.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To forecast or display (an image).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The movie was projected onto the wall.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>183. Provide<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To supply.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The hotel provides towels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To stipulate (legal).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The contract provides for early termination.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>184. Prune<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A dried plum.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Prunes are good for digestion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To trim plants.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He pruned the rose bushes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>185. Pupil<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A student.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The teacher called on a pupil.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0The black center of the eye.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Her pupils dilated in the dark.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>186. Racket<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A loud noise.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The kids made a racket outside.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Sports equipment (tennis\/badminton).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She bought a new tennis racket.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>187. Raise<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To lift.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Raise your hand to answer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To increase (salary\/price).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0They raised the rent by 10%.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>188. Range<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A series (e.g., mountains).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The Rocky Mountain range is vast.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A cooking stove.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She baked cookies on the gas range.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>189. Raw<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Uncooked.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Sushi uses raw fish.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Unprocessed (data\/materials).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The raw footage needed editing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>190. Recognition<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Acknowledgment.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She received recognition for her work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Identification (e.g., facial).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The software uses voice recognition.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>191. Recognize<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To identify.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0I barely recognized him with a beard.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To acknowledge validity.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The U.N. recognized the new government.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>192. Reflection<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A mirror image.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She admired her reflection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Serious thought.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0After some reflection, he apologized.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>193. Refrain<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To stop oneself.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Please refrain from smoking here.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A repeated line in music.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The song\u2019s refrain was catchy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>194. Register<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To sign up officially.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Register for classes online.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A cashier\u2019s machine.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The clerk rang up the sale on the register.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>195. Relation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A family member.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She invited all her relations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A connection.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The relation between diet and health is clear.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>196. Release<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To set free.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0They released the rescued birds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A new product\/album.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The movie release was delayed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>197. Relief<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Alleviation of pain\/distress.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The medicine brought relief.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Aid (e.g., disaster relief).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Volunteers provided flood relief.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>198. Render<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To provide (a service).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The jury rendered a verdict.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To process (computer graphics).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The software renders 3D images.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>199. Represent<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To act on behalf of.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0A lawyer represents the client.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To symbolize.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The dove represents peace.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>200. Reservation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A booking.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0I made a dinner reservation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Doubt or hesitation.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She agreed but had reservations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>201. Resolution<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A firm decision.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She made a New Year&#8217;s resolution to exercise daily.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0The clarity of an image.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0This screen has a high resolution.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>202. Review<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To assess or examine.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The manager will review your performance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A critique (e.g., of a book\/movie).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The film received glowing reviews.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>203. Right<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Correct or just.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0You\u2019re right about the answer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Opposite of left.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Turn right at the next street.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>204. Riot<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A violent disturbance.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The protest turned into a riot.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Something hilariously funny (slang).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0His jokes were an absolute riot.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>205. Sanction<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Official permission.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The action was done with government sanction.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A penalty for disobedience.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Economic sanctions were imposed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>206. Scale<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A device for measuring weight.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Step on the bathroom scale.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0The size or extent.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The project was on a large scale.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>207. Scan<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To look over quickly.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She scanned the newspaper for headlines.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A medical imaging process.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The doctor ordered a brain scan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>208. Scratch<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To mark a surface lightly.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The cat might scratch the furniture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Starting from nothing (e.g., &#8220;from scratch&#8221;).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He built the business from scratch.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>209. Scrupulous<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Extremely careful.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She\u2019s scrupulous about details.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Principled or ethical.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He\u2019s known for his scrupulous honesty.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>210. Seal<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A marine mammal.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0We saw a seal at the aquarium.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To close securely.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Seal the envelope before mailing it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>211. Season<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A time of year (spring, summer, etc.).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Fall is my favorite season.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To add flavor (herbs\/spices).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Season the soup with salt and pepper.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>212. Secure<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Safe or protected.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Keep your passwords secure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To obtain.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He secured a loan for his business.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>213. Sensitive<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Easily affected.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Her skin is sensitive to sunlight.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Requiring tact.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0This is a sensitive topic for him.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>214. Sentence<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A grammatical unit.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0This sentence has five words.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A legal punishment.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The judge handed down a prison sentence.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>215. Serious<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Grave or solemn.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0This is a serious matter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Sincere or committed.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She\u2019s a serious student.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>216. Service<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Assistance or work provided.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The hotel offers excellent service.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A religious ceremony.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0We attended the Sunday service.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>217. Settle<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To resolve.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0They settled their argument.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To move into a place.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0They settled in a small village.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>218. Severe<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Harsh or extreme.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The storm caused severe damage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Very plain in style.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She wore a severe black dress.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>219. Shake<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To tremble or vibrate.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0His hands shake when he\u2019s nervous.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A beverage (milkshake).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0I\u2019d like a chocolate shake.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>220. Shine<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To reflect light.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The sun shines brightly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Excellence (e.g., &#8220;take a shine to&#8221;).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She took a shine to the new puppy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>221. Sight<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0The ability to see.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0His sight is failing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A notable view.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The Grand Canyon is a breathtaking sight.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>222. Simple<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Easy or uncomplicated.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The instructions are simple.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Plain or basic.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She prefers a simple lifestyle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>223. Sink<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A basin for washing.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Dishes piled up in the sink.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To descend or submerge.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The ship began to sink.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>224. Situation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A set of circumstances.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The economic situation is unstable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A job or position (formal).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He found a new situation at a law firm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>225. Slack<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Loose or not tight.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The rope went slack.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Lack of effort.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Don\u2019t let your work go slack.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>226. Solid<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Firm and stable in shape.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Ice is water in its solid state.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Dependable or reliable.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She gave a solid performance in the exam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>227. Solution<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A liquid mixture.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Salt dissolved in water forms a solution.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0An answer to a problem.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The team found a creative solution.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>228. Sound<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Noise that can be heard.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The sound of rain is soothing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0In good condition.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The bridge is structurally sound.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>229. Source<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Origin or cause.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The river\u2019s source is in the mountains.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A reference (e.g., in research).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Always cite your sources in essays.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>230. Spare<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Extra or additional.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Keep a spare key in your wallet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To refrain from harming.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The hunter spared the young deer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>231. Split<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To divide forcefully.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She split the log with an axe.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A separation or disagreement.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The argument caused a split in the group.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>232. Squash<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To crush or flatten.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Don\u2019t squash the tomatoes!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A sport played with rackets.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He plays squash every weekend.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>233. Stable<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A building for horses.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The horses returned to the stable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Steady or unchanging.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The patient\u2019s condition is now stable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>234. Stall<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A small stand for selling goods.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She bought fruit at the market stall.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To delay or stop progress.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The car\u2019s engine stalled at the light.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>235. Stamp<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A postage label.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He collects rare stamps.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To bring your foot down heavily.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The angry child stamped his foot.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>236. Star<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A celestial body.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The night sky was full of stars.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A famous performer.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She\u2019s the star of the new movie.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>237. State<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A condition or situation.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The house was in a messy state.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A territorial region (e.g., Texas).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0California is the most populous U.S. state.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>238. Steer<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To guide (a vehicle or animal).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He steered the boat toward the dock.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A male bovine (bullock).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The farmer raised steers for beef.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>239. Stern<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Strict or severe.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The teacher gave them a stern warning.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0The rear of a ship.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Waves crashed against the ship\u2019s stern.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>240. Stoop<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To bend forward.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She stooped to pick up the coin.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A small porch (U.S. usage).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0They sat on the stoop and chatted.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>241. Store<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A retail shop.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0I bought milk at the grocery store.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To keep for future use.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Squirrels store nuts for winter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>242. Straight<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Not curved or bent.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Draw a straight line.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Honest or direct.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Give me a straight answer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>243. Strike<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To hit forcefully.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Lightning struck the tree.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A work stoppage (labor strike).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The union went on strike for higher wages.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>244. Stroke<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A caressing movement.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She stroked the cat\u2019s fur gently.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A medical emergency (brain\/heart).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He was hospitalized after a stroke.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>245. Style<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A distinctive appearance.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Her style is elegant and timeless.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A writing tool (stylus).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Use the style to tap the screen.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>246. Subdued<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Quiet or restrained.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The audience was subdued after the sad film.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Brought under control.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Police subdued the violent suspect.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>247. Subject<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A topic of study\/discussion.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Math is my favorite subject.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Under the authority of.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The territory was subject to foreign rule.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>248. Substantial<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Large in size or importance.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She inherited a substantial fortune.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Solid or sturdy.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The table is made of substantial oak.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>249. Suffer<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To experience pain.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He suffers from migraines.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To tolerate (archaic).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0\u201cSuffer the little children\u2026\u201d (Bible).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>250. Suit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A set of formal clothes.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He wore a navy suit to the interview.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To be appropriate.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The nickname suits her perfectly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>251. Support<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To hold up physically.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The beams support the roof.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To encourage or back someone.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Her family supported her career change.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>252. Suspend<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To hang something.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0A lantern was suspended from the ceiling.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To temporarily stop.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The student was suspended from school.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>253. Swallow<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To consume food\/drink.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He swallowed his medicine with water.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A type of bird.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Swallows migrate south in winter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>254. Tackle<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To confront a problem.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Let\u2019s tackle this project together.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Football equipment\/action.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The player made a perfect tackle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>255. Tender<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Gentle or caring.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Her tender words comforted him.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A formal offer (e.g., for a contract).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The company submitted a tender for the project.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>256. Terrific<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Excellent or wonderful.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0We had a terrific time at the party.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Causing terror (archaic).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The storm was terrific in its fury.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>257. Thin<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Not thick or slender.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She sliced the bread very thin.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Lacking substance.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0His excuse sounded thin.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>258. Throw<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To propel something.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Throw the ball to your teammate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A light blanket.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She draped a throw over the sofa.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>259. Tone<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Musical or vocal sound.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Her tone was calm and reassuring.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Firmness of muscles.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Regular exercise improves muscle tone.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>260. Trace<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0A tiny amount.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0There was a trace of sugar left.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To copy by drawing over.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The child traced the picture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>261. Trade<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0The exchange of goods.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0International trade benefits economies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0A skilled job.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He\u2019s learning the trade of carpentry.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>262. Upset<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Distressed or unhappy.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She was upset by the bad news.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To overturn.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The cat upset the vase.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>263. Value<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Monetary worth.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The painting\u2019s value increased.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Principles or standards.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0Honesty is a core value for her.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>264. Wake<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To stop sleeping.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0I wake at 6 AM daily.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Waves behind a boat.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The ship left a foamy wake.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>265. Waver<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To hesitate.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0She wavered before deciding.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To flicker (light\/flame).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The candle flame wavered in the breeze.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>266. Weigh<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To measure weight.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0The doctor weighed the baby.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To consider carefully.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0We must weigh the pros and cons.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>267. Withdraw<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning 1:<\/strong>\u00a0To remove or take back.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0He withdrew money from the ATM.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning 2:<\/strong>\u00a0To retreat socially\/emotionally.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em>\u00a0After the argument, she withdrew.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Words with multiple meanings make English both beautiful and challenging. Instead of being overwhelmed, see them as an opportunity to deepen your understanding and elevate your fluency. 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