Examples
Max tried to pretend that he had an awesome hand in the poker game by throwing out a high bet. I called his bluff and ended up winning because he didn't have any good cards at all!
an attempt to deceive someone into believing that one can or will do something.
During the drought, a great famine set in. Farmers were unable to grow crops because of the lack of rain, so food became scarce. Since there was not enough food to feed everyone, the cost of groceries increased dramatically.
Not enough of something
The character in the novel evolves and changes over the course of the story. She is definitely not a static character.
Something that does not change
Tina was careful to be furtive as she snuck out of the house after curfew that night. She knew if her parents caught her she would get in big trouble.
attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble; secretive.
In the end, she used his story to write a narrative that became a best selling book on fatal driving accidents.
A story
The cleaning mixture was definitely potent, but I was concerned it would be ineffective or too weak to clean the stains on the carpet.
strong, effective
Being conspicuous was not something he enjoyed. However, his fiery red hair and loud, uncontrollable laughter caused people to stare almost everywhere he went.
attracting attention ; noticeable
The doctor had to synthesize, or put together, all the clues to pronounce the cause of his death.
to put parts together
Writing books isn’t a particularly lucrative career because most authors find publishing an unprofitable job.
Profitable - something that makes a lot of money
The first week of football practice is grueling. Practice is held twice a day and is jam packed with conditioning and play memorizing. The boys on the team are exhausted and sore every night.
extremely exhausting, draining
The journey across Antarctica was becoming treacherous and dangerous, but they continued on regardless.
The girl used to be very vociferous, but now she doesn't talk much.
Talkative
The new wrap my mother bought me is very versatile. I love that it can be worn in so many different ways. I can wear it as a scarf, head covering, shirt, and even a dress!
able to adapt or be adapted to many different functions or activities.
adaptable, flexible
The galvanizing performance left everyone amazed because it was so thrilling, breathtaking, and exciting.
thrilling, breathtaking, and exciting.
Rather than be involved in clandestine meetings, they did everything quite openly. They put up signs advertising the meetings around town.
Hidden, secretive