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an unspecified or unknown thing
"I think something is wrong with my phone."
a feeling of deep sadness or grief
"She was filled with sorrow after the loss of her friend."
different from what is usual; better or greater than normal
"This gift is very special to me."
to write or name the letters of a word in the correct order; also a short period of time or a state of enchantment
"She asked me to spell her name correctly on the form."
the backbone; a series of bones extending from the skull to the lower back
"The doctor examined her spine after the accident."
a strong beam of light directed onto a particular area; figuratively, public attention
"The singer stood proudly in the spotlight."
firmly fixed or not likely to change; also a building where horses are kept
"Her condition is stable after the operation."
to mark or discolor something permanently; a spot or mark left behind
"The coffee spilled and stained the tablecloth."
suddenly shocked or surprised by something unexpected
"She was startled by the loud noise outside."
firm, stable, and not likely to change suddenly
"He kept his hand steady while painting the picture."
abbreviation for 'something'
"Can you give me sth. to write with?"
to suppress, hold back, or prevent something from happening
"He stifled a laugh during the serious meeting."
To force something beyond its normal limits; to injure by overexertion; or a type or variety of something.
"He strained his back while lifting the heavy box."
A person whom one does not know.
"A stranger knocked on the door at midnight."
Requiring or using great effort and energy.
"Climbing the mountain was a strenuous task."
Demanding that rules be obeyed and observed closely.
"The teacher is very strict about punctuality."
To make great efforts to achieve or obtain something.
"She strives to be the best student in her class."
having great physical power or strength; showing determination or intensity
"She is strong enough to lift the heavy box."
lacking intelligence or common sense
"It was a stupid mistake to leave the keys inside the car."
to a great extent or degree
"The new policy has substantially improved working conditions."
to put forward an idea, plan, or recommendation for consideration
"He suggested going to the new restaurant for dinner."
the time in the evening when the sun goes below the horizon
"We planned to reach the village before sundown."
The time in the morning when the sun appears over the horizon.
"We woke up early to watch the sunrise over the mountains."
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