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| 3-D |
of, concerning, or portraying something in, or as if in, three dimensions. [2 definitions] |
| acclaim |
to approve enthusiastically with or as if with loud applause or shouts. [1/4 definitions] |
| aggravated |
of a crime, considered more serious or malicious than is typical for the type of crime, especially if the criminal act involves the use of a gun. [1/2 definitions] |
| alphabet |
the letters of a written language, esp. if in the standard or customary order. [1/2 definitions] |
| angry |
as if exhibiting anger, as a storm. [1/3 definitions] |
| as if |
how it would be if. |
| as though |
as if. |
| audiovisual |
(usu. pl.) audiovisual materials, esp. if used for educational purposes. [1/2 definitions] |
| automatic pilot |
(informal) a condition of functioning as if set on automatic pilot. [1/2 definitions] |
| automaton |
a person who behaves mechanically or automatically, as if without thought. [1/2 definitions] |
| bargain |
something obtained at a good price, esp. if it is worth more than what was given in exchange. [1/6 definitions] |
| bargaining chip |
something that can be used in negotiating or making deals, esp. if likely to yield an advantage. |
| barricade |
to obstruct or block with or as if with a barricade. [1/3 definitions] |
| bejewel |
to ornament or cover with or as if with jewels. |
| belt |
to furnish, mark, or encircle with or as if with a belt, band, or line. [1/11 definitions] |
| bescreen |
(archaic) to conceal as if by covering with a screen; hide from sight. |
| besmear |
to stain or soil by, or as if by, smearing. |
| besot |
to confuse or make foolish with, or as if with, strong drink (often used reflexively). |
| bet |
to agree to give up (usu. money) to another person if one's prediction of some future result does not occur. [1/7 definitions] |
| bewitch |
to enchant or cast a spell over with or as if with witchcraft. [1/2 definitions] |
| bionic |
(informal) capable of superhuman effort or endurance through, or as if through, the aid of such devices. [1/3 definitions] |
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