Category: Verbs

1 : (+ object) : to remove (something that has been recorded) from a tape (such as a videotape or audiotape) or a computer disk The recording can be erased and the tape used again. Several important files were accidentally Read More …

always followed by an adverb or preposition (no object) to walk in a slow and confident way that makes people notice you The model sashayed down the runway. She sashayed into the room.

To emote is to express emotion in a very dramatic or obvious way. He stood on the stage, emoting and gesturing wildly.

(+ object) 1 : to gather (a crop) It is time to harvest the wheat. 2 : to gather or collect (something) for use They want to harvest timber in these woods. – sometimes used figuratively She has harvested the Read More …

To capitulate is to surrender to an enemy, often after negotiating terms, or to stop trying to fight or resist something. After months of organized boycotts, company officials finally capitulated to the protesters’ demands and announced significant changes to their Read More …

Two closely related meanings of the verb conflate are “to confuse,” i.e. “to fail to differentiate,” and “to blend or bring together.” Be careful not to conflate gossip with real news. The movie conflates documentary footage and dramatized reenactments so Read More …

(+ object) 1 : to make (someone) feel or look young, healthy, or energetic again The spa treatment rejuvenated me. 2 : to give new strength or energy to (something) Each candidate claims to have a plan to rejuvenate the Read More …

1 : to move faster : to gain speed (no object) She stepped on the gas and the car accelerated. The plane accelerated down the runway. (+ object) She stepped on the gas and accelerated the car. 2 : to Read More …

(+ object) 1 : to go somewhere with (someone) : to be a companion for (someone) She will accompany me to the store. Ten adults accompanied the class on their field trip. Children under 17 must be accompanied by an Read More …

(+ object) formal + literary to be a sign or warning that something usually bad or unpleasant is going to happen The distant thunder portended a storm. If you’re superstitious, a black cat portends trouble.