a mistaken belief or misunderstanding

a unit of measurement for liquid capacity, equal to 4 quarts or approximately 3.8 liters

a small bag used by women to carry money and personal items

the act of ending something, especially a relationship or employment; compensation paid upon termination

Extinct marine reptiles that resembled fish and dolphins, dominant during the Mesozoic era.

a person who tends and guards sheep

a cereal grain used for food, brewing beer, and animal feed

to become less intense, violent, or severe; to sink or fall to a lower level

A small group of trees growing close together.

a tropical climbing plant with colorful bracts surrounding small flowers

a movable barrier used to close an entrance to a building or room

a climbing plant with fragrant flowers native to tropical regions

covered with soap; having the characteristics of soap; foamy

Done with great care and thoroughness.

Unpleasant or offensive; causing discomfort or annoyance.

to combine or join together; to blend into one

to teach skills or prepare for a specific activity

The action of expressing something in words.

a fastening made by tying a piece of string, rope, or something similar; a hard mass in wood

an outdated and now offensive term historically used to describe a person of mixed white and Black ancestry

lacking liveliness, flavor, or interest; dull and uninspired

to make a statement or declaration under oath or to give evidence

Found or distributed over a large area or number of people.

the worst part or main impact of something unpleasant

a person who is actively opposed or hostile to someone or something

the action or process of finishing something

to free someone from blame, guilt, or responsibility; to pardon

A representation of a human skull, often used as a symbol of death.

An oceanographic phenomenon that involves wind-driven motion of dense, cooler, and nutrient-rich water towards the ocean surface.

A platform lying alongside or projecting into water for loading and unloading ships.

An electric appliance used to remove wrinkles from clothes by applying heat and pressure

equal in value, amount, function, or meaning; having the same effect or result

lasting or existing for a long period of time; having continued for many years

a small fiery particle thrown off from a fire; a flash of light; something that triggers or initiates

lacking sensitivity, refinement, or intelligence

to spread or throw around in different directions

The reliable availability of energy sources at an affordable price for a nation or region.

to fly using wings; to move swiftly through the air

A large cask or barrel, traditionally used for storing liquids like wine or beer.

The art or science of designing and constructing buildings.

a long curved fruit with yellow skin and soft sweet flesh

A collection of 100 tales written by Giovanni Boccaccio in the 14th century, told by a group of people over ten days.

individually separate and distinct

to recover from illness or regain strength

to release or dismiss from duty; to emit or give off

The group of people engaged in intellectual and cultural pursuits in a society.

An advance or significant progress, often at the expense of something else.

to touch someone lightly to make them laugh; to amuse or please

to spoil or damage the quality or appearance of something

clean; clear; untainted; without discrimination;

The quality of being spontaneous; natural and unplanned behavior.

To counterbalance or compensate for something.

To shine with a sparkling light, often when wet or polished.

To flood; overwhelm someone or something with things or people to be dealt with

The origin or development of something from a source.

A period of time during which a person refrains from using electronic devices such as smartphones or computers, regarded as an opportunity to reduce stress or focus on social interaction in the physical world.

red-colored leafy vegetable; amaranth leaves used as greens

gave or supplied something that was needed

To continue to live or exist after a difficult event or situation.

the faculty or action of forming new ideas or images not present to the senses; creative thinking

too attractive and tempting to be resisted; impossible to resist

A written order from a doctor for the preparation and administration of a medicine; also, a recommendation or authoritative rule.

Relating to or written in hieroglyphs; symbols or writing that is difficult to understand.

An annual publication containing calendars, weather forecasts, astronomical data, and other useful information.

the study of the structure of living things, especially the human body

Very eager or desirous for something.

in the direction that is behind; in reverse order

a milky or pearly appearance of a surface like that of an opal

to refuse to acknowledge or accept responsibility for someone or something

Noun: a group of people living together and sharing possessions; Verb: to share one's thoughts or feelings intimately.

displaying insincere or trivial emotion; producing an unintended ridiculous effect through sudden change from serious to silly

under the influence of alcohol; drunk

to encircle with a belt or band; to prepare for action

To concentrate attention or effort on something; to direct one's attention or efforts towards a particular activity, subject, or problem.

an open rebellion against authority, especially by soldiers or sailors

Clear and meaningful exchange of information that achieves its intended purpose.

a person or thing competing with another for the same objective or for superiority in the same field

to begin or start something

To respond to an action or gesture by making a corresponding one.

a feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction; distrust or suspicion

in a blunt, abrupt, or rude manner

To become accustomed to something, especially something unpleasant.

to attach or stick something firmly to another thing

a piece or segment of something

a strong urge or drive to act; the act of impelling

lack of restraint in spending money; excessive expense

a piece of writing included in a newspaper, magazine, or journal

intense happiness; the ability to find appropriate expression for one's thoughts

to cause someone to realize that something is not as good as they believed

a person who has a strong interest in or admiration for a particular person or thing; a device for creating air current

the arts and other manifestations of human intellectual achievement; the customs and beliefs of a particular society

in a happy and positive manner; with visible good spirits

a foolish or gullible person

A huge, powerful, and unstoppable force or institution.

Occurring once every three years.

showing courage in the face of danger or difficulty

The availability of liquid assets to a market or company; the ability to convert assets into cash quickly.

relating to or characterized by the differences between sects, often leading to conflict

The surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates.

relating to Iraq or its people

the quality of being accepted as right, proper, or lawful

A white or colorless mineral of the feldspar group, often found in igneous rocks.

a deep round container used for cooking food

To officially register or sign up for a course, program, or membership

Controlled by several local offices or authorities rather than one single one.

An office or agency that provides services or manages specific duties.

to show respect; to keep a promise

A professional or skilled boxer.

to oppose or fight against; to withstand

ready or likely to attack or confront; forceful

careful consideration of what will be necessary or may happen in the future

used to indicate obligation or duty

very unpleasant, unkind, or offensive

a person who conducts research

An aspect or feature of a situation, problem, or thing; a measurable extent.

a feeling of self-consciousness, shame, or awkwardness

in a way that gives off a lot of light; in a vivid, cheerful, or intelligent manner

a venomous snake with a hood that can be spread when threatened

Incapable of being made perfect or complete.

to avoid work or duty; a person who shirks responsibility

a picture or diagram made with a pencil, pen, or crayons rather than paint