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The doors at the grocery store opened automatically.
in an automatic manner; done independently, without human control
100
Unlike the friendly neighbors who always waved hello, the man at the end of the street was hostile, snapping at anyone who came near his yard.
having or showing unfriendly feelings; having an intimidating or offensive nature; unfriendly and not liking something
100
OG made the chase-down block look effortless.
showing or requiring little or no effort
100
The teacher had one clear expectation for her students - be prepared to work.
a belief that something will happen or is likely to happen
100
(DOUBLE SPECIAL - GET IT RIGHT FOR X2 POINTS)
After the long journey, the travelers were weary - dragging their feet, constantly yawning, and barely able to keep their eyes open.
exhausted in strength, endurance, vigor, or freshness; very tired or lacking energy and enthusiasm
200
(DAILY DOUBLE - GET IT RIGHT FOR X2 POINTS)
Mia had to coax her little brother down from the tree by gently calling his name, offering him a cookie, and promising she wouldn't laugh.
to persuade someone gently to do something or go somewhere, by being kind and patient
200
The whole town was opposed to cutting down the old oak tree because it had stood in the park for over two hundred years.
not agreeing with or approving of someone or something; completely different
200
Mia really wanted a dog, so she made a list of reasons to persuade her parents to say yes.
to cause (someone) to do something by asking, arguing, or giving reasons; to cause (someone) to believe something
200
Unlike a paper towel that soaks up water and then drips it right back out, a sponge can retain moisture for a long time.
to keep or continue to have something; to continue to hold or contain
200
The aroma of fresh bread baking made everyone's mouth water the moment they walked through the door.
a distinctive, pervasive, and usually pleasant or savory smell
300
While her brother grabbed three cookies right away, Mia tried to resist the treats and walk right past them.
to prevent yourself from doing something that you want to do; to remain strong against the force or effect of (something)
300
Heavy rains often cease just before a rainbow appears in the sky.
to stop happening; to end
300
Four students pushed and pulled the heavy bookshelf, but it wouldn't budge.
move, shift
300
The expansion of the library - the addition of a whole new wing - gave students twice as many books to choose from.
the act of becoming bigger or of making something bigger
300
A long stretch of cloudy weather can deprive plants of the sunlight they need to grow.
to take something away from; to keep from having
400
Since the bridge was closed, the bus driver had to find an alternative route.
different from the usual or conventional
400
(DOUBLE SPECIAL - GET IT RIGHT FOR X2 POINTS)
The coach would dictate the team's practice schedule every Monday morning.
to say or state (something) with authority or power
400
Unlike wolves that roam hundreds of miles through forests, the wolves at the wildlife center have lived their whole lives in captivity.
the state of being kept in a place (such as a prison or a cage) and not being able to leave or be free
400
(DOUBLE SPECIAL - GET IT RIGHT FOR X2 POINTS)
The construction company planned to demolish the vacant house in order to build a new parking lot.
not filled, used, or lived in
400
Losing their home and everything in it to the wildfire was tragic for the family.
regrettably serious or unpleasant
500
Unlike the tough plastic toys that could be dropped multiple times, the glass ornament was fragile and shattered the moment it hit the floor.
easily damaged or breakable
500
Workers had to suspend construction on the bridge because the storm made it too dangerous to keep working.
to cause to stop temporarily
500
(TRIPLE SPECIAL - GET IT RIGHT FOR X3 POINTS)
The robotics team decided to withdraw from the national competition because they didn't have funding to get to the venue.
to stop participating in something; to take (something) back, away, or out
500
The antagonist made it nearly impossible for the hero to complete her mission.
a person who is opposed to, struggles against, or competes with another; in a story, a character that is often the main enemy or rival of the main character (protagonist)
500
Unlike her sister, who complained every time it got cold, Mia could tolerate even the iciest winter days.
to deal with something unpleasant or annoying, or to continue existing despite bad or difficult conditions; to put up with