SCIENCE
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flaxseed
I like to add flaxseed to my morning smoothie for extra nutrition.
reactant
The reactant in the experiment changed color when heated.
ambarella
The ambarella tree produces delicious fruits that are enjoyed by many people in tropical regions.
toad
On june 20th i saw a toad stuck in a water basin, unable to escape
hippopotamuses
The hippopotamus is one of the largest land mammals in the world.
downy mildew
The gardener noticed downy mildew on the tomato plants and decided to treat them immediately.
molt
The snake will molt its skin as it grows larger.
During spring, many birds begin to molt their old feathers.
The crab molts its shell to allow for new growth.
crackle
The bacon started to crackle in the hot pan, making everyone hungry.
raspy
The old record player made a raspy sound when it played music.
static
During the meeting, the plans seemed static and unexciting.
plum job
After years of hard work, she finally landed a plum job at a top company.
insecticide
Some people prefer natural remedies instead of chemical insecticides for pest control.
chickenpox
My little brother had chickenpox last summer, and he had to stay home from school.
pectoral
He wore a pectoral cross as a symbol of his faith.
aphid
Ladybugs are natural predators of aphids and help keep their population in check.
parch
After hiking for hours, I felt parched and needed water.
metastasize
Early detection is crucial because it can prevent the cancer from metastasizing to other organs.
grime
She scrubbed the kitchen floor to remove the grime that had built up over time.
misty eyed
She became misty eyed when she saw the old photographs of her childhood.
powdery mildew
The gardener noticed powdery mildew on the rose bushes and decided to treat them immediately.
cheekbone
She has high cheekbones that make her face look elegant.
choked up
When she saw her old friend after many years, she got choked up and couldn't find the words to say.
drag my name through the mire
After the scandal, many people tried to drag her name through the mire, spreading lies about her character.
plum
She made a delicious plum pie for dessert.
cadaver
The medical students practiced their skills on a cadaver during their anatomy class.
eucalyptus
The eucalyptus tree is known for its tall and straight trunk.
rump
The horse kicked its hind leg, hitting me right on the rump.
dandruff
He bought a special shampoo to get rid of his dandruff.
courtship
During their courtship, they went on many romantic dates
wilting
The flowers in the garden are wilting because they haven't been watered for days.
After running for a long time, I felt like wilting in the heat.
halitosis
After eating garlic, I noticed a strong halitosis that lasted for hours.
diphtheria
The doctor explained that diphtheria can be prevented with a vaccine.
tetanus
After stepping on a rusty nail, it is important to check if you need a tetanus shot.
Rapture
She was in a state of rapture when she received the good news.
Ravage
The hurricane will ravage the coastal towns if it hits land.
albino
She explained that her friend is an albino and has very light skin and hair.
albinism
People with albinism may need to take special care of their skin to protect it from the sun.
perspire
During the intense workout, she could feel herself start to perspire.
inclement
Never swim in clement weather conditions
scratch the surface
In our first class, we only scratched the surface of the topic.
gill
The scientist studied the gills of the fish to understand how they filter oxygen.
gill cover
hysteric
His hysteric laughter filled the room, making everyone else laugh too.
tartar
The dentist said I need to get my tartar removed during my next visit.
panacea
The new policy was not a panacea for the economic issues facing the country.
homewrecker
Many people called her a homewrecker after she started dating a married man.
deaden
The medicine began to deaden pain, deadening his scream accordingly
lustrous
The lustrous surface of the lake reflected the sunlight beautifully.
clinical
The doctor provided a clinical assessment of the patient's condition.
engender
Her speech engendered a sense of hope among the audience.
a shot in the arm
The team's victory was a shot in the arm for their confidence.
puffing and panting
She was panting heavily after climbing the stairs.
frantic
The parents were frantic searching for their lost child.
thumping
She felt a thumping in her chest as she ran up the hill.
unobjectionable
The idea was rated as unobjectionable, making it a good choice for the next interdepartmental meeting
tummy
He said he was hungry and wanted to fill his tummy with pizza.
shake the dust of your feet
After the argument, she decided to shake the dust of her feet and find a new group of friends.
backstroke
She won the gold medal in the backstroke event at the swimming competition.
phlebitis
The doctor diagnosed her with phlebitis after she complained of leg pain.
reap
If you work hard, you will reap the benefits of your efforts.
epilepsy
My friend has epilepsy, and she takes medication to help control her seizures.
ovary
The doctor explained how the ovary releases an egg each month during the menstrual cycle.
herniated disc
After lifting heavy boxes, he discovered he had a herniated disc in his back.
anorexic
She was very concerned about her friend, who looked anorexic after months of dieting.
self evident
The need for clean water is self evident in every community.
eat away
The rust began to eat away at the metal fence.
measles
Many children receive a measles vaccine to protect them from the disease.
metacarpal
During the game, he accidentally hit his metacarpal against the wall.
Lamb
Lock of lamb
meningitis
The doctor explained that meningitis can cause severe headaches and fever.
telephone directory
The telephone directory is a great resource for finding local businesses.
tendon
The athlete injured his tendon while running a marathon.
loin
The chef prepared a delicious pork loin for dinner.
osteoporosis
The doctor explained that osteoporosis can lead to serious fractures.
polio
The government launched a campaign to vaccinate children against polio.
brainstem
During sleep, the brainstem helps regulate breathing and heart rate.
insulator
Soundproofing materials act as insulators to reduce noise in a room.
tough old bird
Even at 80 years old, my grandmother is a tough old bird who still goes hiking every weekend.
caudal
The caudal vertebrae are located at the base of the spine.
katydid
The katydid sang loudly in the warm summer night.
canker sore
I have a canker sore on my tongue, and it hurts when I eat.
spiny
The spiny fish swam quickly, hiding among the coral to avoid predators
lame duck
The president became a lame duck after losing the election, as he had little support for new policies.
botch up
He really botched up the presentation by forgetting his notes.
scale
The fish had shiny scales that reflected the light.
unbroken sunshine
The unbroken sunshine made the beach even more inviting.
downy
The baby duck was so downy that it looked like a little ball of fluff.
mass
The mass of the book is 300 grams.
hemorrhoid
The doctor recommended a cream to help relieve the pain caused by internal and external hemorrhoids.
phylum
The phylum Arthropoda includes insects, spiders, and crustaceans.
mulberry
She made a delicious pie using fresh mulberries from the market.
axis
In the graph, the x-axis shows the time, while the y-axis shows the temperature.
valency
The verb "give" has a valency of three: it needs a subject, an object, and a recipient.
plaque
/plæk/
The dentist explained that plaque can occlude the spaces between teeth, leading to cavities.
agrarian
The agrarian lifestyle is often seen as more connected to nature.
shameplant
The shameplant is a popular choice for children because they love to see its leaves close up when touched.
cheapskate
My friend is such a cheapskate; he always wants to split the bill down to the last cent.
cleavage
She wore a dress that showed a lot of cleavage at the party.
trilobite
The trilobite is one of the most well-known fossils from the Paleozoic era.
no slouch
She is no slouch when it comes to math; she always gets the highest grades in class.
gaggle
The park was filled with a gaggle of geese honking loudly.
malarkey
He always talks malarkey when he’s trying to avoid the question.
instantiated
The teacher instantiated the concept of gravity by showing how objects fall to the ground.
immanent
The immanent beauty of the landscape took everyone's breath away.
african swine fever virus
hemophilia
People with hemophilia may need special treatment to help their blood clot.
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