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Definition of Pedgiving too much importance to details and formal Examples of Pedantic in a senSometimes, Jason is so pedantic in writing the perfect paper that he forgets to properly manage his time. As a grammar teacher, it is hard for me to not review everything with a pedantic eye. While Bess wants to encourage her daughter Lauren to do well in school, she often … [Read more...] about Pedantic used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Pa scholar or learned pExamples of Pedant in a senAfter answering every question the teacher asked, the pedant drew attention to himself in front of the other students. Whenever we had a problem or question to solve, our pedant next door would interject his solution every time. During the staff meeting, everyone would groan when the pedant would explain in … [Read more...] about Pedant used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of to move a bicycle by operating the conExamples of Pedal in a senIn Germany, many people pedal to work and school because the bicycle is the common way of transportation. As the children pedal their tricycles down the street, their parents must watch out for cars. During the Tour de France, the competitors would pedal in a steady rhythm in order to stay at … [Read more...] about Pedal used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Pedactivities of educating, teaching or instruExamples of Pedagogy in a senThe school boasts the most progressive pedagogy and a 100% graduation rate. If pedagogy doesn’t keep pace with technology, today’s students will be woefully unprepared for the real world. While the basic principles of pedagogy are designed to provide learners with the best … [Read more...] about Pedagogy used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Pedaan individual who teaches young pExamples of Pedagogue in a senPedagogue is another word for a teacher or educator. This year my favorite pedagogue is my math teacher. Mr. Jeffers was an awful pedagogue who did nothing but pass out worksheets to his students. Although my English pedagogue is a nice man, he never appears excited about his … [Read more...] about Pedagogue used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Pecudealing with finExamples of Pecuniary in a senJason has such a poor pecuniary history he cannot get a bank loan. The politician says his budget proposal will help eliminate the pecuniary inequality between the poor and the rich by increasing the taxes paid by those in the higher income bracket. When the stock market crashed, the millionaire’s pecuniary … [Read more...] about Pecuniary used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Peculihaving an odd or strange way or aExamples of Peculiarity in a senWearing a wide-brimmed red hat and a bright flowery outfit, the peculiarity of the woman caught everyone’s attention. Uncomfortable laughter from the audience was a direct result from the peculiarity of the speaker’s words. Even though the recipe called for common ingredients, the … [Read more...] about Peculiarity used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Pecodd; unExamples of Peculiar in a senMy uncle is a peculiar man who wears the same outfit several days a week. Whenever I smell something peculiar coming from the kitchen, I know it is best to go to a friend’s house for dinner. The medicine made me feel peculiar as though I was walking on needles. Once I told my doctor the medicine made me feel … [Read more...] about Peculiar used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Pecto take money that belongs to others, usually a business or public aExamples of Peculate in a senBecause Adam needed money to pay his bills, it was hard for him to fight the temptation to peculate funds from the bank. We were shocked when we learned our pastor had chosen to peculate money from our daycare fund to pay for a prostitute’s services. As a … [Read more...] about Peculate used in sentence example & words in English

Definition ofto jab or poke at someExamples of Peck in a senSince the bird’s eggs were in the same tree with the snake, the mother bird continued to peck at the snake. As the mother continued to talk on her cell phone, the impatient little girl would peck at her mother’s leg to get her attention. I noticed that the cows slowly graze on the grass, but the baby chicks … [Read more...] about Peck used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Pehaving committed Examples of Peccant in a senThe nun warned her peccant students about the consequences of sex outside of marriage. In court, the peccant woman cried when she had to admit she committed adultery. The rebellious teen didn’t think he had to apologize for his peccant behavior. According to my religious grandfather, people with peccant … [Read more...] about Peccant used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Peccaa small mistake or Examples of Peccadillo in a senBecause Josh had grown tired of Patty’s criticism of every little peccadillo, he asked her for a divorce. Unless you’re perfect, you should never complain about a peccadillo of someone else. When I tried to apologize, Jean just laughed and told me that it was just a small peccadillo and I had nothing … [Read more...] about Peccadillo used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Peclikely to do wicked or wrong tExamples of Peccable in a senJudge Smith already knew the peccable ways of the defendant since he had been before the judge over twenty times. After sending Timmy to the principal’s office many times, the teacher believed Timmy’s peccable actions would continue next year. Since the young man’s childhood was filled with … [Read more...] about Peccable used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Pa flat Examples of Pebble in a senAs a game, I would throw a pebble at an angle to the lake to see how many times it would skip across the lake. Even though the boy rarely played outside, he didn’t mind if he stepped on a pebble or a leaf with his bare feet. Ocean water had washed over the pebble countless times so that it was perfectly round and … [Read more...] about Pebble used in sentence example & words in English

Definition ofremnants of vegetables that are used to enrichExamples of Peat in a senOnce the gardener spread peat into the clay dirt, it only took a matter of days before the plants began to grow. After adding our spare carrots, lettuce and peas to the compost, my grandmother would then scoop out the peat from the compost pile. Ms. Sprague took the smelly peat from the … [Read more...] about Peat used in sentence example & words in English