example

meaning

word

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Is it possible to buy tickets in advance?

able to be, be done, or happen; able to be true; able to be done or chosen properly

possible

1

The new circumstances compelled a change in policy.

force; get by force

compel

2

Some of the questions were rather awkward.

clumsy; not well-suited to use; not easily managed; embarrassing

awkward

3

There are many joint ventures between American and Japanese companies.

a daring undertaking; an attempt to make money

venture

4

You look totally awesome in this dress.

causing or showing great fear, wonder, or respect

awesome

5

He has written a fully comprehensive guide to Rome.

a person who shows the way; to direct; to manage

guide

6

The flames were quenched by heavy rain.

put an end to; drown or put out

quench

7

He was accused of betraying his country during the war.

give away to the enemy; be unfaithful; mislead; show

betray

8

She sat through the whole meeting without uttering a word.

speak; make known; express

utter

9

It was difficult for the police to pacify the angry crowd.

make calm; quite down; bring peace to

pacify

10

I asked her what the time was, but she didn't respond.

answer; react

respond

11

He beckoned to me, as if he wanted to speak to me.

signal by a motion of the hand or head; attract

beckon

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