V-Lev.16-A

V-Lev 16(15000-16250words)
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V-Lev.16-A

A 1 … adjourn
… adjourn
… The committee decided to adjourn the meeting until further evidence was presented.
… The trial was adjourned abruptly due to the judge’s sudden illness.
… Adjourn is to suspend a meeting or event until a later time.
… adjourn

/ adjourn

… The committee decided to adjourn the meeting until further evidence was presented.

/ The committee decided to adjourn the meeting until further evidence was presented.

… The committee decided to adjourn the meeting until further evidence was presented.

… The trial was adjourned abruptly due to the judge’s sudden illness.

/ The trial was adjourned abruptly due to the judge’s sudden illness.

… The trial was adjourned abruptly due to the judge’s sudden illness.

A 2 … agitate
… agitate
… Environmental activists agitated for stricter regulations on industrial waste.
… The announcement agitated the public, causing widespread anxiety.
… Agitate is to stir up public concern or to make someone feel troubled or nervous.
… agitate

/ agitate

… Environmental activists agitated for stricter regulations on industrial waste.

/ Environmental activists agitated for stricter regulations on industrial waste.

… Environmental activists agitated for stricter regulations on industrial waste.

… The announcement agitated the public, causing widespread anxiety.

/ The announcement agitated the public, causing widespread anxiety.

… The announcement agitated the public, causing widespread anxiety.

A 3 … amass
… amass
… Over the years, she amassed a considerable fortune through strategic investments.
… The historian amassed rare documents to complete his research.
… Amass is to gather or accumulate something in large quantities.
… amass

/ amass

… Over the years, she amassed a considerable fortune through strategic investments.

/ Over the years, she amassed a considerable fortune through strategic investments.

… Over the years, she amassed a considerable fortune through strategic investments.

… The historian amassed rare documents to complete his research.

/ The historian amassed rare documents to complete his research.

… The historian amassed rare documents to complete his research.

A 4 … baffle
… baffle
… The complexity of the new legal framework baffled even experienced lawyers.
… His sudden change in attitude baffled everyone in the team.
… Baffle is to confuse or puzzle someone completely.
… baffle

/ baffle

… The complexity of the new legal framework baffled even experienced lawyers.

/ The complexity of the new legal framework baffled even experienced lawyers.

… The complexity of the new legal framework baffled even experienced lawyers.

… His sudden change in attitude baffled everyone in the team.

/ His sudden change in attitude baffled everyone in the team.

… His sudden change in attitude baffled everyone in the team.

A 5 … beget
… beget
… Violence often begets more violence if left unaddressed.
… His generosity begot deep respect from the entire community.
… Beget is to cause something to happen or to produce something.
… beget

/ beget

… Violence often begets more violence if left unaddressed.

/ Violence often begets more violence if left unaddressed.

… Violence often begets more violence if left unaddressed.

… His generosity begot deep respect from the entire community.

/ His generosity begot deep respect from the entire community.

… His generosity begot deep respect from the entire community.

A 6 … bob
… bob
… The small boat bobbed gently on the surface of the lake.
… Her earrings bobbed as she hurried down the hallway.
… Bob is to move up and down quickly or repeatedly.
… bob

/ bob

… The small boat bobbed gently on the surface of the lake.

/ The small boat bobbed gently on the surface of the lake.

… The small boat bobbed gently on the surface of the lake.

… Her earrings bobbed as she hurried down the hallway.

/ Her earrings bobbed as she hurried down the hallway.

… Her earrings bobbed as she hurried down the hallway.

A 7 … bode
… bode
… The sharp decline in sales does not bode well for the company’s future.
… The calm before the storm rarely bodes anything good.
… Bode is to be a sign of something that will happen in the future.
… bode

/ bode

… The sharp decline in sales does not bode well for the company’s future.

/ The sharp decline in sales does not bode well for the company’s future.

… The sharp decline in sales does not bode well for the company’s future.

… The calm before the storm rarely bodes anything good.

/ The calm before the storm rarely bodes anything good.

… The calm before the storm rarely bodes anything good.

A 8 … bolster
… bolster
… The government introduced new measures to bolster public confidence.
… His mentor’s encouragement bolstered his determination to continue.
… Bolster is to support, strengthen, or improve something.
… bolster

/ bolster

… The government introduced new measures to bolster public confidence.

/ The government introduced new measures to bolster public confidence.

… The government introduced new measures to bolster public confidence.

… His mentor’s encouragement bolstered his determination to continue.

/ His mentor’s encouragement bolstered his determination to continue.

… His mentor’s encouragement bolstered his determination to continue.

A 9 … bulge
… bulge
… The suitcase bulged with clothes after he packed in a hurry.
… His eyes bulged in disbelief when he heard the unexpected news.
… Bulge is to swell outward or appear to stick out.
… bulge

/ bulge

… The suitcase bulged with clothes after he packed in a hurry.

/ The suitcase bulged with clothes after he packed in a hurry.

… The suitcase bulged with clothes after he packed in a hurry.

… His eyes bulged in disbelief when he heard the unexpected news.

/ His eyes bulged in disbelief when he heard the unexpected news.

… His eyes bulged in disbelief when he heard the unexpected news.

A 10 … bungle
… bungle
… The contractor bungled the renovation, leaving several structural issues unresolved.
… The negotiations were bungled due to poor communication between the parties.
… Bungle is to carry out a task clumsily or incompetently.
… bungle

/ bungle

… The contractor bungled the renovation, leaving several structural issues unresolved.

/ The contractor bungled the renovation, leaving several structural issues unresolved.

… The contractor bungled the renovation, leaving several structural issues unresolved.

… The negotiations were bungled due to poor communication between the parties.

/ The negotiations were bungled due to poor communication between the parties.

… The negotiations were bungled due to poor communication between the parties.

A 11 … chafe
… chafe
… The tight collar chafed his neck during the long ceremony.
… She chafed at the constant restrictions imposed by the committee.
… Chafe is to irritate by rubbing, or to feel annoyed because of limitations.
… chafe

/ chafe

… The tight collar chafed his neck during the long ceremony.

/ The tight collar chafed his neck during the long ceremony.

… The tight collar chafed his neck during the long ceremony.

… She chafed at the constant restrictions imposed by the committee.

/ She chafed at the constant restrictions imposed by the committee.

… She chafed at the constant restrictions imposed by the committee.

A 12 … clutter
… clutter
… Old documents cluttered his desk, making it impossible to find anything quickly.
… The constant notifications cluttered her mind and disrupted her focus.
… Clutter is to fill a space or mind with too many things, causing disorder.
… clutter

/ clutter

… Old documents cluttered his desk, making it impossible to find anything quickly.

/ Old documents cluttered his desk, making it impossible to find anything quickly.

… Old documents cluttered his desk, making it impossible to find anything quickly.

… The constant notifications cluttered her mind and disrupted her focus.

/ The constant notifications cluttered her mind and disrupted her focus.

… The constant notifications cluttered her mind and disrupted her focus.

A 13 … comprise
… comprise
… The committee comprises experts from various academic fields.
… The anthology comprises twenty of the author’s most influential essays.
… Comprise is to consist of or include particular parts.
… comprise

/ comprise

… The committee comprises experts from various academic fields.

/ The committee comprises experts from various academic fields.

… The committee comprises experts from various academic fields.

… The anthology comprises twenty of the author’s most influential essays.

/ The anthology comprises twenty of the author’s most influential essays.

… The anthology comprises twenty of the author’s most influential essays.

A 14 … concede
… concede
… He finally conceded that his opponent had made a valid point.
… The company conceded defeat after months of unsuccessful negotiations.
… Concede is to admit something is true or to yield unwillingly.
… concede

/ concede

… He finally conceded that his opponent had made a valid point.

/ He finally conceded that his opponent had made a valid point.

… He finally conceded that his opponent had made a valid point.

… The company conceded defeat after months of unsuccessful negotiations.

/ The company conceded defeat after months of unsuccessful negotiations.

… The company conceded defeat after months of unsuccessful negotiations.

A 15 … confound
… confound
… The unexpected results confounded the researchers.
… His ability to remain calm under pressure confounded his critics.
… Confound is to confuse or surprise someone by acting unexpectedly.
… confound

/ confound

… The unexpected results confounded the researchers.

/ The unexpected results confounded the researchers.

… The unexpected results confounded the researchers.

… His ability to remain calm under pressure confounded his critics.

/ His ability to remain calm under pressure confounded his critics.

… His ability to remain calm under pressure confounded his critics.

A 16 … convoke
… convoke
… The president convoked an emergency session to address the crisis.
… Leaders from across the region were convoked to discuss the treaty.
… Convoke is to call a group of people together for a formal meeting.
… convoke

/ convoke

… The president convoked an emergency session to address the crisis.

/ The president convoked an emergency session to address the crisis.

… The president convoked an emergency session to address the crisis.

… Leaders from across the region were convoked to discuss the treaty.

/ Leaders from across the region were convoked to discuss the treaty.

… Leaders from across the region were convoked to discuss the treaty.

A 17 … converge
… converge
… Scientists from multiple disciplines converged to solve the complex problem.
… The two rivers converge just north of the valley.
… Converge is to come together from different directions to meet or unite.
… converge

/ converge

… Scientists from multiple disciplines converged to solve the complex problem.

/ Scientists from multiple disciplines converged to solve the complex problem.

… Scientists from multiple disciplines converged to solve the complex problem.

… The two rivers converge just north of the valley.

/ The two rivers converge just north of the valley.

… The two rivers converge just north of the valley.

A 18 … corrode
… corrode
… The metal pipes corroded after years of exposure to saltwater.
… Constant criticism corroded his confidence over time.
… Corrode is to gradually destroy or weaken something.
… corrode

/ corrode

… The metal pipes corroded after years of exposure to saltwater.

/ The metal pipes corroded after years of exposure to saltwater.

… The metal pipes corroded after years of exposure to saltwater.

… Constant criticism corroded his confidence over time.

/ Constant criticism corroded his confidence over time.

… Constant criticism corroded his confidence over time.

A 19 … court
… court
… The politician courted public favor with a series of bold promises.
… The company is courting investors to fund its new project.
… Court is to try to attract or win something such as support or approval.
… court

/ court

… The politician courted public favor with a series of bold promises.

/ The politician courted public favor with a series of bold promises.

… The politician courted public favor with a series of bold promises.

… The company is courting investors to fund its new project.

/ The company is courting investors to fund its new project.

… The company is courting investors to fund its new project.

A 20 … cram
… cram
… Students crammed all night for the final exam.
… Tourists crammed into the small café to escape the sudden rain.
… Cram is to force a large amount into a small space or to study intensely in a short time.
… cram

/ cram

… Students crammed all night for the final exam.

/ Students crammed all night for the final exam.

… Students crammed all night for the final exam.

… Tourists crammed into the small café to escape the sudden rain.

/ Tourists crammed into the small café to escape the sudden rain.

… Tourists crammed into the small café to escape the sudden rain.

A 21 … crave
… crave
… After months of isolation, she craved meaningful human interaction.
… He craved recognition for the work he had done behind the scenes.
… Crave is to desire something intensely.
… crave

/ crave

… After months of isolation, she craved meaningful human interaction.

/ After months of isolation, she craved meaningful human interaction.

… After months of isolation, she craved meaningful human interaction.

… He craved recognition for the work he had done behind the scenes.

/ He craved recognition for the work he had done behind the scenes.

… He craved recognition for the work he had done behind the scenes.

A 22 … crumble
… crumble
… The ancient walls began to crumble after centuries of neglect.
… His confidence crumbled when the project was abruptly rejected.
… Crumble is to break into small pieces or to collapse emotionally.
… crumble

/ crumble

… The ancient walls began to crumble after centuries of neglect.

/ The ancient walls began to crumble after centuries of neglect.

… The ancient walls began to crumble after centuries of neglect.

… His confidence crumbled when the project was abruptly rejected.

/ His confidence crumbled when the project was abruptly rejected.

… His confidence crumbled when the project was abruptly rejected.

A 23 … decompose
… decompose
… The fallen leaves decomposed quickly in the humid forest.
… The scientist studied how organic materials decompose under extreme conditions.
… Decompose is to break down into simpler parts through natural processes.
… decompose

/ decompose

… The fallen leaves decomposed quickly in the humid forest.

/ The fallen leaves decomposed quickly in the humid forest.

… The fallen leaves decomposed quickly in the humid forest.

… The scientist studied how organic materials decompose under extreme conditions.

/ The scientist studied how organic materials decompose under extreme conditions.

… The scientist studied how organic materials decompose under extreme conditions.

A 24 … deplore
… deplore
… Human rights organizations deplored the government’s harsh new policies.
… She deplored the lack of transparency in the decision-making process.
… Deplore is to strongly disapprove of something.
… deplore

/ deplore

… Human rights organizations deplored the government’s harsh new policies.

/ Human rights organizations deplored the government’s harsh new policies.

… Human rights organizations deplored the government’s harsh new policies.

… She deplored the lack of transparency in the decision-making process.

/ She deplored the lack of transparency in the decision-making process.

… She deplored the lack of transparency in the decision-making process.

A 25 … deregulate
… deregulate
… The government decided to deregulate the industry to encourage competition.
… Critics warned that deregulating the sector could lead to safety concerns.
… Deregulate is to remove government controls from an industry or activity.
… deregulate

/ deregulate

… The government decided to deregulate the industry to encourage competition.

/ The government decided to deregulate the industry to encourage competition.

… The government decided to deregulate the industry to encourage competition.

… Critics warned that deregulating the sector could lead to safety concerns.

/ Critics warned that deregulating the sector could lead to safety concerns.

… Critics warned that deregulating the sector could lead to safety concerns.

A 26 … devour
… devour
… The wildfire devoured thousands of acres within hours.
… He devoured the novel in a single evening.
… Devour is to consume something quickly and completely.
… devour

/ devour

… The wildfire devoured thousands of acres within hours.

/ The wildfire devoured thousands of acres within hours.

… The wildfire devoured thousands of acres within hours.

… He devoured the novel in a single evening.

/ He devoured the novel in a single evening.

… He devoured the novel in a single evening.

A 27 … discern
… discern
… She could barely discern the figure in the dense fog.
… The committee struggled to discern the candidate’s true intentions.
… Discern is to recognize or understand something with difficulty.
… discern

/ discern

… She could barely discern the figure in the dense fog.

/ She could barely discern the figure in the dense fog.

… She could barely discern the figure in the dense fog.

… The committee struggled to discern the candidate’s true intentions.

/ The committee struggled to discern the candidate’s true intentions.

… The committee struggled to discern the candidate’s true intentions.

A 28 … disconsert
… disconsert
… The unexpected question disconcerted the speaker.
… His calm demeanor in the face of chaos disconcerted his opponents.
… Disconcert is to unsettle or disturb someone.
… disconsert

/ disconsert

… The unexpected question disconcerted the speaker.

/ The unexpected question disconcerted the speaker.

… The unexpected question disconcerted the speaker.

… His calm demeanor in the face of chaos disconcerted his opponents.

/ His calm demeanor in the face of chaos disconcerted his opponents.

… His calm demeanor in the face of chaos disconcerted his opponents.

A 29 … distill
… distill
… The researcher distilled the complex data into a clear conclusion.
… The documentary distills decades of history into a single compelling narrative.
… Distill is to extract the essential meaning or most important aspects of something.
… distill

/ distill

… The researcher distilled the complex data into a clear conclusion.

/ The researcher distilled the complex data into a clear conclusion.

… The researcher distilled the complex data into a clear conclusion.

… The documentary distills decades of history into a single compelling narrative.

/ The documentary distills decades of history into a single compelling narrative.

… The documentary distills decades of history into a single compelling narrative.

A 30 … dub
… dub
… The media dubbed her “the architect of reform” after the successful campaign.
… The film was dubbed into several languages for international release.
… Dub is to give someone a title or to replace original audio with another language.
… dub

/ dub

… The media dubbed her “the architect of reform” after the successful campaign.

/ The media dubbed her “the architect of reform” after the successful campaign.

… The media dubbed her “the architect of reform” after the successful campaign.

… The film was dubbed into several languages for international release.

/ The film was dubbed into several languages for international release.

… The film was dubbed into several languages for international release.

A 31 … dupe
… dupe
… He was duped into signing a contract he barely understood.
… The scammer duped hundreds of people with a fake investment scheme.
… Dupe is to deceive or trick someone into believing something false.
… dupe

/ dupe

… He was duped into signing a contract he barely understood.

/ He was duped into signing a contract he barely understood.

… He was duped into signing a contract he barely understood.

… The scammer duped hundreds of people with a fake investment scheme.

/ The scammer duped hundreds of people with a fake investment scheme.

… The scammer duped hundreds of people with a fake investment scheme.

A 32 … emancipate
… emancipate
… The new policy aimed to emancipate workers from unfair labor conditions.
… She felt emancipated after finally breaking free from her restrictive environment.
… Emancipate is to free someone from control, restrictions, or oppression.
… emancipate

/ emancipate

… The new policy aimed to emancipate workers from unfair labor conditions.

/ The new policy aimed to emancipate workers from unfair labor conditions.

… The new policy aimed to emancipate workers from unfair labor conditions.

… She felt emancipated after finally breaking free from her restrictive environment.

/ She felt emancipated after finally breaking free from her restrictive environment.

… She felt emancipated after finally breaking free from her restrictive environment.

A 33 … entrench
… entrench
… The leader’s authority became deeply entrenched after years of political dominance.
… The company entrenched its position in the market through aggressive expansion.
… Entrench is to establish something so firmly that it is difficult to change.
… entrench

/ entrench

… The leader’s authority became deeply entrenched after years of political dominance.

/ The leader’s authority became deeply entrenched after years of political dominance.

… The leader’s authority became deeply entrenched after years of political dominance.

… The company entrenched its position in the market through aggressive expansion.

/ The company entrenched its position in the market through aggressive expansion.

… The company entrenched its position in the market through aggressive expansion.

A 34 … err
… err
… Even the most experienced analysts can err in their predictions.
… He erred on the side of caution and postponed the decision.
… Err is to make a mistake or to be incorrect.
… err

/ err

… Even the most experienced analysts can err in their predictions.

/ Even the most experienced analysts can err in their predictions.

… Even the most experienced analysts can err in their predictions.

… He erred on the side of caution and postponed the decision.

/ He erred on the side of caution and postponed the decision.

… He erred on the side of caution and postponed the decision.

A 35 … falter
… falter
… His confidence faltered when he faced unexpected criticism.
… The economy began to falter after months of instability.
… Falter is to weaken, hesitate, or lose strength.
… falter

/ falter

… His confidence faltered when he faced unexpected criticism.

/ His confidence faltered when he faced unexpected criticism.

… His confidence faltered when he faced unexpected criticism.

… The economy began to falter after months of instability.

/ The economy began to falter after months of instability.

… The economy began to falter after months of instability.

A 36 … founder
… founder
… The project foundered due to a lack of funding.
… The ship foundered in the storm and sank within minutes.
… Founder is to fail completely or to sink.
… founder

/ founder

… The project foundered due to a lack of funding.

/ The project foundered due to a lack of funding.

… The project foundered due to a lack of funding.

… The ship foundered in the storm and sank within minutes.

/ The ship foundered in the storm and sank within minutes.

… The ship foundered in the storm and sank within minutes.

A 37 … gloat
… gloat
… He couldn’t resist gloating over his rival’s defeat.
… The media accused the politician of gloating after the controversial victory.
… Gloat is to show excessive satisfaction over one’s success or another’s misfortune.
… gloat

/ gloat

… He couldn’t resist gloating over his rival’s defeat.

/ He couldn’t resist gloating over his rival’s defeat.

… He couldn’t resist gloating over his rival’s defeat.

… The media accused the politician of gloating after the controversial victory.

/ The media accused the politician of gloating after the controversial victory.

… The media accused the politician of gloating after the controversial victory.

A 38 … guzzle
… guzzle
… The old engine guzzled fuel at an alarming rate.
… He guzzled the drink as if he hadn’t had water in days.
… Guzzle is to consume something quickly and greedily.
… guzzle

/ guzzle

… The old engine guzzled fuel at an alarming rate.

/ The old engine guzzled fuel at an alarming rate.

… The old engine guzzled fuel at an alarming rate.

… He guzzled the drink as if he hadn’t had water in days.

/ He guzzled the drink as if he hadn’t had water in days.

… He guzzled the drink as if he hadn’t had water in days.

A 39 … hoard
… hoard
… During the crisis, people began hoarding essential supplies.
… He hoarded old newspapers, filling every corner of his apartment.
… Hoard is to collect and store large amounts of something, often secretly.
… hoard

/ hoard

… During the crisis, people began hoarding essential supplies.

/ During the crisis, people began hoarding essential supplies.

… During the crisis, people began hoarding essential supplies.

… He hoarded old newspapers, filling every corner of his apartment.

/ He hoarded old newspapers, filling every corner of his apartment.

… He hoarded old newspapers, filling every corner of his apartment.

A 40 … huddle
… huddle
… The refugees huddled together for warmth during the cold night.
… The team huddled to discuss their strategy before the final play.
… Huddle is to gather closely together, often for warmth or discussion.
… huddle

/ huddle

… The refugees huddled together for warmth during the cold night.

/ The refugees huddled together for warmth during the cold night.

… The refugees huddled together for warmth during the cold night.

… The team huddled to discuss their strategy before the final play.

/ The team huddled to discuss their strategy before the final play.

… The team huddled to discuss their strategy before the final play.

A 41 … impart
… impart
… The professor imparted valuable insights during the seminar.
… Her calm presence imparted a sense of reassurance to the group.
… Impart is to give or communicate information, knowledge, or a quality.
… impart

/ impart

… The professor imparted valuable insights during the seminar.

/ The professor imparted valuable insights during the seminar.

… The professor imparted valuable insights during the seminar.

… Her calm presence imparted a sense of reassurance to the group.

/ Her calm presence imparted a sense of reassurance to the group.

… Her calm presence imparted a sense of reassurance to the group.

A 42 … impede
… impede
… Heavy traffic impeded the ambulance’s progress.
… His lack of experience impeded his ability to make quick decisions.
… Impede is to slow down or obstruct progress.
… impede

/ impede

… Heavy traffic impeded the ambulance’s progress.

/ Heavy traffic impeded the ambulance’s progress.

… Heavy traffic impeded the ambulance’s progress.

… His lack of experience impeded his ability to make quick decisions.

/ His lack of experience impeded his ability to make quick decisions.

… His lack of experience impeded his ability to make quick decisions.

A 43 … ingest
… ingest
… The patient accidentally ingested a harmful chemical.
… Children should be taught not to ingest anything they find on the ground.
… Ingest is to take something into the body, especially through swallowing.
… ingest

/ ingest

… The patient accidentally ingested a harmful chemical.

/ The patient accidentally ingested a harmful chemical.

… The patient accidentally ingested a harmful chemical.

… Children should be taught not to ingest anything they find on the ground.

/ Children should be taught not to ingest anything they find on the ground.

… Children should be taught not to ingest anything they find on the ground.

A 44 … inflict
… inflict
… The dictator inflicted severe punishments on political dissidents.
… The storm inflicted heavy damage on the coastal towns.
… Inflict is to cause harm, suffering, or damage.
… inflict

/ inflict

… The dictator inflicted severe punishments on political dissidents.

/ The dictator inflicted severe punishments on political dissidents.

… The dictator inflicted severe punishments on political dissidents.

… The storm inflicted heavy damage on the coastal towns.

/ The storm inflicted heavy damage on the coastal towns.

… The storm inflicted heavy damage on the coastal towns.

A 45 … insulate
… insulate
… The new windows were designed to insulate the house from extreme temperatures.
… She insulated herself from criticism by avoiding social media.
… Insulate is to protect something from heat, sound, or outside influence.
… insulate

/ insulate

… The new windows were designed to insulate the house from extreme temperatures.

/ The new windows were designed to insulate the house from extreme temperatures.

… The new windows were designed to insulate the house from extreme temperatures.

… She insulated herself from criticism by avoiding social media.

/ She insulated herself from criticism by avoiding social media.

… She insulated herself from criticism by avoiding social media.

A 46 … interject
… interject
… “That’s not accurate,” he interjected sharply during the debate.
… She interjected a brief comment before the discussion moved on.
… Interject is to interrupt by inserting a remark or comment.
… interject

/ interject

… “That’s not accurate,” he interjected sharply during the debate.

/ “That’s not accurate,” he interjected sharply during the debate.

… “That’s not accurate,” he interjected sharply during the debate.

… She interjected a brief comment before the discussion moved on.

/ She interjected a brief comment before the discussion moved on.

… She interjected a brief comment before the discussion moved on.

A 47 … jeer
… jeer
… The crowd jeered at the referee after the controversial call.
… Opponents jeered him as he walked onto the stage.
… Jeer is to mock or shout rude remarks at someone.
… jeer

/ jeer

… The crowd jeered at the referee after the controversial call.

/ The crowd jeered at the referee after the controversial call.

… The crowd jeered at the referee after the controversial call.

… Opponents jeered him as he walked onto the stage.

/ Opponents jeered him as he walked onto the stage.

… Opponents jeered him as he walked onto the stage.

A 48 … jolt
… jolt
… The sudden announcement jolted the entire organization.
… The bus jolted violently as it hit a pothole.
… Jolt is to shock or move suddenly and sharply.
… jolt

/ jolt

… The sudden announcement jolted the entire organization.

/ The sudden announcement jolted the entire organization.

… The sudden announcement jolted the entire organization.

… The bus jolted violently as it hit a pothole.

/ The bus jolted violently as it hit a pothole.

… The bus jolted violently as it hit a pothole.

A 49 … languish
… languish
… The proposal languished in committee for months without action.
… Many abandoned buildings languish in the city’s neglected districts.
… Languish is to remain in a weak, neglected, or inactive state.
… languish

/ languish

… The proposal languished in committee for months without action.

/ The proposal languished in committee for months without action.

… The proposal languished in committee for months without action.

… Many abandoned buildings languish in the city’s neglected districts.

/ Many abandoned buildings languish in the city’s neglected districts.

… Many abandoned buildings languish in the city’s neglected districts.

A 50 … lash
… lash
… The wind lashed the coastline throughout the night.
… She lashed out at her critics with an unexpectedly fierce response.
… Lash is to strike violently or to attack verbally.
… lash

/ lash

… The wind lashed the coastline throughout the night.

/ The wind lashed the coastline throughout the night.

… The wind lashed the coastline throughout the night.

… She lashed out at her critics with an unexpectedly fierce response.

/ She lashed out at her critics with an unexpectedly fierce response.

… She lashed out at her critics with an unexpectedly fierce response.