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Showing 18 of 230 words/ˈdæmɪdʒ/
[noun] Physical harm that impairs the value, usefulness, or normal function of something; injury or destruction.
/ˌdæməˈkliːən/ [damoclean]
[adjective] Having an atmosphere of imminent peril or disaster, especially in the midst of prosperity; hanging like a sword overhead.
/ˈdæmpənz/ [dampens]
[verb] Makes something slightly wet; or figuratively, makes a feeling, enthusiasm, or force less strong or intense.
/dæns ɪnˈstrʌk.ʃən/ [dance instruction]
[noun] The teaching or coaching of dance techniques, steps, and choreography to individuals or groups.
/ˈdæns ˌlɛs.ənz/ [dance lessons]
[noun] Formal instruction or a series of classes where an instructor teaches students specific dance techniques, steps, or choreography.
/ˈdæns ˌtreɪnɪŋ/
[noun] The systematic instruction, practice, and development of skills, technique, and artistry in various forms of dance.
/ˈdæp.əld ˈsʌn.laɪt/ [dappled sunlight]
[noun] Patches of light and shadow created by sunlight filtering through the leaves of trees or other obstructions.
/ˈdɛər.ɪŋ/ [daring]
[adjective] Adventurous or boldly courageous; willing to take risks.
/dæʃ/ [dash]
[verb] To strike or throw something violently against a surface, causing damage or destruction.
/ˈdeɪ.tə ˌkɒm.prɪˈhen.ʃən/ [data comprehension]
[noun] The ability to interpret, understand, and derive meaningful insights from raw information, statistics, or datasets.
/ˈdeɪ.tə ɪnˌtɜːr.prəˈteɪ.ʃən/ [data interpretation]
[noun] The process of reviewing, analyzing, and assigning meaning to collected information to arrive at a relevant conclusion or to support decision-making.
/ˈdeɪtɪd lʊk/ [dated look]
[noun] An aesthetic, style, or appearance that is no longer current and clearly reflects the trends of a previous era.
/ˈdeɪ.tɪŋ/ [dating]
[noun] The activity of regularly going out with someone with whom you have a romantic or sexual relationship.
/ˈdeɪtoʊ/ [dato]
[noun] A piece of information, a fact, or a given premise used as a basis for reasoning or calculation.
/ˈdeɪ.təm/ [datum]
[noun] A single piece of information, fact, or statistic, typically used as a basis for calculation, reasoning, or analysis.
/ˈdɔːnt.ləs.li/ [dauntlessly]
[adverb] In a way that shows fearlessness, determination, and an inability to be intimidated or discouraged by difficulty or danger.
/deɪ/ [day]
[noun] A period of twenty-four hours as a unit of time, reckoned from one midnight to the next.
/ˈdæz.əl/ [dazzle]
[verb] To blind someone temporarily with a very bright light, or to impress deeply with brilliant qualities, skill, or beauty.