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Prevented from accomplishing a purpose or fulfilling a desire; frustrated or checked.
“The thwarted thief dropped the bag and fled into the alleyway.”
Comparative form of tidy: more neat, well-arranged, or orderly than something else.
“Her desk was much tidier after she organized all her paperwork.”
Arranged neatly and in good order.
“She keeps her desk very tidy so she can find everything easily.”
The state or quality of being closely fastened, fixed, or stretched; not loose.
“Check the tightness of the screws before riding the bicycle.”
The systematic method of naming the chemical compound Sn3(PO4)2, which consists of tin cations with a +2 oxidation state and phosphate anions.
“The student struggled to apply the correct tin(II) phosphate nomenclature during the inorganic chemistry lab.”
To experience a slight prickling or stinging sensation, often caused by excitement, cold, or a physical stimulus.
“My fingers began to tingle as I stepped out into the freezing winter air.”
Shades or variations of a color, typically produced by adding white to the pure hue.
“The artist used subtle pink and blue tints to capture the evening sky.”
The action of giving a sum of money to someone, such as a waiter or taxi driver, as a reward for their services.
“Tipping is customary in restaurants across the United States.”
In need of sleep or rest; weary or exhausted.
“She felt extremely tired after working a double shift at the hospital.”
Persons or things of very great strength, intellect, importance, or influence.
“The tech industry is dominated by a few corporate titans who shape global communication.”
The behavior or practice of a sycophant; servile flattery and obsequious behavior directed at superiors to gain advantage.
“His corporate success was driven more by shameless toadyism than by actual competence.”
Plural form of toast: slices of bread browned by exposure to radiant heat.
“She buttered two slices of toast for breakfast.”
Slang term meaning tight, compact, well-fitted, or excellent in quality.
“That custom paint job on your car is looking really toit.”
The quality or state of having been told, narrated, or communicated.
“The sheer toldness of the ancient myth made it feel familiar, yet it still retained its mysterious power.”
The sequence in which the literary works of J.R.R. Tolkien were released, starting with 'The Hobbit' (1937) and followed by 'The Lord of the Rings' (1954–1955), often contrasted with the internal chronological order of his legendarium.
“New readers are often advised to follow the Tolkien publication order to experience the gradual expansion of Middle-earth lore as the author intended.”