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1. Candles, flashlights, and lamps illuminate the room. Using the example clue, the word illuminate in this sentence means lower weaken light up darken 2. Biomes on Earth include the plants and animals in the grasslands, the plants and animals in the deserts, and the plants and animals in the rain forests. Using the example clue, the word biomes in this sentence means small areas prisons catastrophes communities 3. Animals from the equine group, such as horses and zebras, are hoofed mammals. Using the example clue, the word equine in this sentence means bird reptile horse group fish 4. Vicissitudes, such as circumstances, developments, or journeys in life, can change a person forever. Using the example clue, the word vicissitudes in this sentence means families life experiences vacations 5. The army attempted to thwart the enemy with a new plan of attack. Before the enemy realized what was happening, their forces became confused and frustrated. The army won the battle and stopped the enemy's advance. Using the example clue, the word thwart in this sentence means sanction permit allow hinder 6. Thespians, such as Tom Cruise, George Lopez, and Hilary Duff, star in movies and television shows. Using the example clue, the word thespians in this sentence means fans audience members actor or performer

1. In the fall, the bright foliage is a delight to see. Red, orange, and yellow leaves and vegetation paint the world for our enjoyment. Using the example clue, the word foliage in this sentence means rocks leaves houses dirt 2. Debilitating illnesses include Lou Gehrig's disease, Parkinson's disease, and multiple sclerosis. Using the example clue, the word debilitating in this sentence means strengthening weakening improving energizing 3. Equestrian items would include saddles, horseshoes, and reins. Using the example clue, the word equestrian in this sentence means having to do with horses having to do with the equator having to do with hair having to do with royalty 4. Biomes on Earth include the plants and animals in the grasslands, the plants and animals in the deserts, and the plants and animals in the rain forests. Using the example clue, the word biomes in this sentence means prisons small areas communities catastrophes 5. Sunlight can't shine through opaque objects like brick walls and wooden doors. Using the example clue, the word opaque in this sentence means thin clear transparent thick 6. Projectiles include those items that are shot forward such as a cannon shell, bullet, or rocket. Using the example clue, the word projectiles in this sentence means things shot forward things broken things put down things hurt

1. Constellations, such as The Little Dipper and The Big Dipper, can be seen in the night sky. Using the example clue, the word constellations in this sentence means clouds group of stars moons lights 2. Nutritious foods, such as fruits and vegetables, help our bodies grow. Using the example clue, the word nutritious in this sentence means yucky boring healthy 3. You may have an issue, such as fear of snakes, which keeps you from playing outside. Using the example clue, the word issue in this sentence means fear babysitter problem permission 4. Our country's highest politician, the president, has the job of making sure our country stays safe. Using the example clue, the word politician in this sentence means man boss elected person golfer 5. Our class visited the museum on a field trip. We saw many artifacts. The museum had pottery, art, and statues from many old places. Using the example clue, the word artifacts in this sentence means object point goal idea 6. Fish, whales, and dolphins are aquatic animals. Using the example clue, the word aquatic in this sentence mean

1. An edifice, such as the Empire State Building, can take years to build. Using the example clue, the word edifice in this sentence means coal mine steel large building concrete wall 2. Zack was a good at many sports. He excelled in swimming, running, horsemanship, fencing, and target shooting. He decided to compete in the pentathlon rather than having to choose one of the events. Using the example clue, the word pentathlon in this sentence means competition with eight events competition with two events competition with ten events competition with five events 3. Marjoram, such as lavender, can be very soothing and relaxing. Using the example clue, the word marjoram in this sentence means aromatic herb crayon candle flower 4. Animals from the equine group, such as horses and zebras, are hoofed mammals. Using the example clue, the word equine in this sentence means horse group fish reptile bird 5. Projectiles include those items that are shot forward such as a cannon shell, bullet, or rocket. Using the example clue, the word projectiles in this sentence means things shot forward things hurt things broken things put down

1. The lawyer had tangible evidence, such as a hammer, a car, and keys, to show that the person stole the car. Using the example clue, the word tangible in this sentence means false real or visible pretend imaginary 2. Elliptical shapes, such as an oval or an egg, have rounded sides. Using the example clue, the word elliptical in this sentence means straight unbent oval flat 3. The dark clouds were a caveat of the coming storm. It was not the only warning we received. The town tornado alarm sounded soon after and gave us enough notice to seek shelter. Using the example clue, the word caveat in this sentence means warning keep withdrawal celebration 4. The emergency room doctors see patients with trauma, such as a broken bone, every night. Using the example clue, the word trauma in this sentence means plans headaches goals injury

1. The kitten was so fascinated with the ball of yarn that she played with it for hours. Using the explanation clue, the word fascinated in this sentence means angered attracted hurt tired 2. Matt has such a kind disposition that he always helps people. Using the explanation clue, the word disposition in this sentence means show-off attitude or way enemy doctor 3. She winced in pain when the rock fell on her foot. Using the explanation clue, the word winced in this sentence means jumped screamed flinched cried 4. She took an elixir, such as cough medicine, to help her feel better. Using the explanation clue, the word elixir in this sentence means water medicine bedtime sandwich 5. John Public committed an offense when he robbed the bank. Using the explanation clue, the word offense in this sentence means money murder cash crime 6. The tripod has 3 legs and holds a camera. Using the explanation clue, the word tripod in this sentence means stool table 3 legged stand chair

1. The voters were so upset about the outcome of the election that a skirmish broke out and the police had to break it up. Using the explanation clue, the word skirmish in this sentence means hurricane sunshine creature fight 2. Improving on the assembly line, Henry Ford was able to manufacture his automobiles efficiently. He predominated in the industry for many years. Using the explanation clue, the word predominated in this sentence means led followed fell behind charted 3. Mom and Dad used fans to ventilate the attic. Using the explanation clue, the word ventilate in this sentence means create an air flow paint close tighten 4. No repairs were needed for the old car because it was in impeccable condition. Using the explanation clue, the word impeccable in this sentence means bad perfect imperfect horrible 5. After the driver lost control of her automobile, the vehicle careened off the road. It went down a bank and slammed into a tree. Using the explanation clue, the word careened in this sentence means straightened zigzagged tidied arranged 6. Dr. Smith is an entomologist, or an expert on insects. Using the explanation clue, the word entomologist in this sentence means expert on insects expert on storage tall person fearful person

1. We heard the tabor, or small drum, sound throughout the forest. Using the explanation clue, the word tabor in this sentence means style flute small drum textile 2. Our new puppy was so rambunctious; all she wanted to do was run in circles around the house. Using the explanation clue, the word rambunctious in this sentence means calm energetic laid-back quiet 3. We could tell by the rotten smell, that something putrid was in our trash can. Using the explanation clue, the word putrid in this sentence means ample rotten alive appealing 4. The altruistic volunteer put her life on hold to help the hurricane victims. Using the explanation clue, the word altruistic in this sentence means selfish greedy coldhearted unselfish 5. Dr. Smith is an entomologist, or an expert on insects. Using the explanation clue, the word entomologist in this sentence means tall person fearful person expert on storage expert on insects 6. The artist worked meticulously on the sculpture of the bear to make it look as realistic as possible. Using the explanation clue, the word meticulously in this sentence means quickly carefully or precisely carelessly sloppily

1. The insidious burglar was able to sneak into the house without being heard or seen. Using the explanation clue, the word insidious in this sentence means sneaky strong loud clumsy 2. The tornado annihilated the whole town to the point that nothing was left standing. Using the explanation clue, the word annihilated in this sentence means created saved destroyed constructed 3. I had to stop and think about the unfathomable quote of the day. Using the explanation clue, the word unfathomable in this sentence means clear easy simple deep or profound 4. The police arrived to confiscate, or seize, the stolen property of the criminal. Using the explanation clue, the word confiscate in this sentence means give away donate seize lose 5. The woman threw on her frock and ran outside, forgetting that she needed a belt around her dress. Using the explanation clue, the word frock in this sentence means arch woman's dress socks disregard 6. In Great Britain, the police officer was called a constable. Using the explanation clue, the word constable in this sentence means poor person criminal jockey policeman

1. The altruistic volunteer put her life on hold to help the hurricane victims. Using the explanation clue, the word altruistic in this sentence means greedy selfish unselfish coldhearted 2. Our new puppy was so rambunctious; all she wanted to do was run in circles around the house. Using the explanation clue, the word rambunctious in this sentence means energetic calm laid-back quiet 3. Grandmother was punctilious; that is, she was very strict about her grandchildren following good manners. Using the explanation clue, the word punctilious in this sentence means careless weak strict in observing good manners bad-mannered 4. The plan to rebuild the tower was feasible, and everyone thought it was workable. Using the explanation clue, the word feasible in this sentence means destroyed basic incomplete workable 5. The criminal glanced furtively at the police officer to make sure he had not been seen. Using the explanation clue, the word furtively in this sentence means slowly openly loudly quickly and secretly 6. The pile of work before Grant was insurmountable because there wasn't enough time to get it all done. Using the explanation clue, the word insurmountable in this sentence means can't be overcome peaceful super easy

1. Throngs of people shopped at the mall the week before Christmas. Using the explanation clue, the word throngs in this sentence means little number no one few crowds 2. We took a pair of shoes to the cobbler, so he could fix them for us. Using the explanation clue, the word cobbler in this sentence means convert shield stones shoe mender 3. The giant ice cream sundae was so scrumptious that I ate the entire thing. Using the explanation clue, the word scrumptious in this sentence means yucky awful delicious large 4. The string was so taut that you could not stretch it any more without breaking it. Using the explanation clue, the word taut in this sentence means light poor stretched tightly fragile 5. The pile of work before Grant was insurmountable because there wasn't enough time to get it all done. Using the explanation clue, the word insurmountable in this sentence means peaceful easy super can't be overcome 6. Improving on the assembly line, Henry Ford was able to manufacture his automobiles efficiently. He predominated in the industry for many years. Using the explanation clue, the word predominated in this sentence means followed fell behind charted led