Archives for September 2020

Definition of Pa small pool of lExamples of Puddle in a senNow that most of the rain has evaporated, all that is left is a small puddle on the sidewalk that I can barely even step in.  I didn’t realize we had a leak in the kitchen until I stepped in a small puddle of water coming from the sink.  With no other source of water available, the desperate explorer leaned down … [Read more...] about Puddle used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Puplayful in a mischievouExamples of Puckish in a senA practical joker, the puckish boy was always trying to pull a prank on his unsuspecting parents.  Because he was a puckish little elf, Randolph ran around Santa’s workshop breaking things and playing tricks on the other elves.  Ashton Kutcher has a puckish sense of humor that allowed him to make a … [Read more...] about Puckish used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Pto tighten skin or cloth until small folds aExamples of Pucker in a senEating the sour lemon caused the toddler to squint her eyes and pucker her lips tightly.  The seamstress had to pucker the top of the curtains into small folds before putting the rod through it.  Closing his eyes, the teenager got ready to pucker his lips up for his first kiss. … [Read more...] about Pucker used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Publa person or company prepares and issues written news, books, journals, or music forExamples of Publisher in a senThe publisher will only agree to release the journal if the author signs over all rights.  As the publisher of several New York Times bestsellers, the company is very picky about what books it agrees to sell.  Each author took turns pitching … [Read more...] about Publisher used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Publprepared/issued some form of writing for the pExamples of Published in a senThe scientist published a journal article outlining the results of his latest experiments.  Although it took her a long time to get her series published, JK Rowling is now one of the most printed authors of all time.  A group of students has published a school newspaper, … [Read more...] about Published used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Publto broadcast or make pExamples of Publicize in a senEveryone tried to keep the scandal quiet because if someone decided to publicize it, the conservative senator’s affair would be exposed to the public.  When the company does publicize the latest million-dollar lottery winner, many distant family and friends come out of the woodwork asking for money. … [Read more...] about Publicize used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Publpublic attention, or something that is within the publiExamples of Publicity in a senIf you want more publicity as an author, you will need to work with good publishers to get your name out there for everyone to see.  Many celebrities act like they don’t want any publicity, but they often stop for pictures or questions from the paparazzi so their fans can … [Read more...] about Publicity used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Publicthe act of making information or writing avaiExamples of Publication in a senThe editor is overseeing the publication of a new magazine for college students.  Because the company doesn’t think the book is ready for publication, they have asked the writer for another draft.  As the publication date approaches, the publisher is rushing to prep the … [Read more...] about Publication used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Public sea government official or someone whose job it is to serve the pExamples of Public servant in a senWhen becoming a public servant, the police officer swore to protect and serve those who live in his community.  Although the mayor is a prominent government official, he doesn’t seem to take his job as a public servant seriously.  The public servant … [Read more...] about Public servant used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Pubeassociated with an individual who is near or has reached the phase of adolesExamples of Pubescent in a senThe pubescent girls lined up to get an autograph from their favorite teen heartthrob.  When the wounded man spoke, his speech sounded as pubescent as the voice of a teenage boy.  The pubescent girl was happy to get her first bra.  As soon as my … [Read more...] about Pubescent used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Pubesthe stage in life when one’s body is growing into adulthood (pubExamples of Pubescence in a senAs pubescence neared, Kenzie’s mother began to talk to her about her maturing body and the journey to womanhood.  A pubescence check-up is recommended since teenagers going through puberty tend to have lots of questions about their budding bodies.  During … [Read more...] about Pubescence used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Puthe phase of growth in which a person’s body makes the transition from child to Examples of Puberty in a senMost people go through puberty at roughly age thirteen to sixteen, or what is generally considered the ‘teenage’ years.  When going through puberty, people tend to go through an awkward phase of growth that is somewhere in-between child and adult. … [Read more...] about Puberty used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Psycmentally unstable in a way in which one is disconnected from reExamples of Psychotic in a senThe psychiatrist prescribed medication to rid the patient of psychotic symptoms that made her think she had special powers.  Because he was acting psychotic, the looney lawyer was taken to the hospital for a mental evaluation.  Strong drugs caused the … [Read more...] about Psychotic used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Psychoso(of an illness) caused by mental problems, such as stress or anxiety, rather than physical proExamples of Psychosomatic in a senDue to the constant worry of losing his job, Bob’s psychosomatic headaches would be cured when he stopped worrying.  Coupled with being shy and deathly afraid of public speaking, Cynthia knew her trembling and excessive … [Read more...] about Psychosomatic used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Psyca severe mental disExamples of Psychosis in a senAfter three doctor visits, the man suffered from psychosis due to his mind-altering hallucinations and obscure delusions.  When my neighbor kept pointing to things that weren’t there and talking to himself, I wondered if he had been diagnosed with psychosis.  During the murder trial, the defense stated … [Read more...] about Psychosis used in sentence example & words in English