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Definition of Questionot certain; douExamples of Questionable in a senAttending the game is questionable since it will probably be rescheduled due to rain.  Because of his questionable motives, many citizens felt the mayor might be stealing money from the city.  The injured player is listed as questionable on the roster since many do not think he will return this … [Read more...] about Questionable used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Queto interrogate or cross-examine someone while looking for anExamples of Question in a senPolice continued to question the suspect in an attempt to get him to confess to the crime.  The teacher tried to question the students about who stole the candy, but no one would fess up to the theft.  At the latest press release, reporters continued to question … [Read more...] about Question used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of a trip taken to find something or soExamples of Quest in a senJan’s quest for fame led her to do immoral things.  When Phil was on a quest for his soul mate, he went on hundreds of dates.  The knight travelled throughout the world while on his quest for the holy grail.  During my quest to be healthier, I will seek assistance from both a nutritionist … [Read more...] about Quest used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of an inquiry for informaExamples of Query in a senState officials have launched a query into allegations of judicial misconduct by Judge Petros.  Because Lisa is such a curious child, she is always making one query after another.  The substitute teacher couldn’t respond to the student’s query because she was unfamiliar with the subject material.  Once … [Read more...] about Query used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Querfull of complaints; complaExamples of Querulous in a senForgive me for sounding querulous, but there is a bug in my soup.  I don’t mean to be querulous, but I do believe I should get my money’s worth at all times.  If there was an award for being querulous, my aunt would win because she is always complaining about something.  Whenever my father … [Read more...] about Querulous used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Qto satisfy an actual or figurative thirst, or to put out aExamples of Quench in a senAiming to quench her thirst, the runner guzzled down the water at full speed.  When they were finally able to quench the flames of the fire, the firefighters breathed a sigh of relief.  Although it failed to quench her thirst for a summer road trip, the mini-vacation at … [Read more...] about Quench used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of to calm or rExamples of Quell in a senBefore Sarah gives a speech, she always drinks a shot of whiskey to quell her nerves.  The old man drinks warm milk to quell his upset stomach.  During the riots, over five hundred policemen worked to quell the uproar.  The principal tapped the microphone to quell the noise in the auditorium.  In an attempt … [Read more...] about Quell used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of strangeExamples of Queer in a senPeering into the queer little house, Georgia couldn’t understand why all the unusually shaped furniture was painted pink and blue.  Because of his queer habits, the recluse was seen as strange by his fellow townspeople.  Lily found it queer that her sister had pet monkey’s but accepted her odd obsession all the same. … [Read more...] about Queer used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of a woman ruler of a kingdom or coExamples of Queen in a senPresenting a feast fit for a queen, the peasants tried to make sure everything was in place for her majesty.  Although the queen did not approve of her daughter-in-law, she was happy when a male heir to the thrown was born.  Staring in awe as the queen chewed with her mouth open, the serfs and … [Read more...] about Queen used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Qfeeling sick and nausExamples of Queasy in a senAs the boat began to pick up speed, a few of the ship’s passengers began to feel queasy from the motion.  Arguing with her mother always made the young girl queasy and nauseous.  After eating too much dessert, Macy felt an uneasily queasy feeling in her stomach.  Because she was prone to motion … [Read more...] about Queasy used in sentence example & words in English

Definition ofa concrete loading dock situated on the edge of a body of Examples of Quay in a senAfter years of loading and unloading freight on top of it, sections of the old concrete quay began to crumble into the sea.  The quay was constructed out of material tough enough to stand water erosion and heavy loads.  Since boats seemed to flock to the main dock, another … [Read more...] about Quay used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Quavshaking, trembling, or vibrExamples of Quavering in a senThe little girl’s quavering body continued to shake as she looked for the monster under her bed.  Trying not to cry, the upset woman tried to control her quavering voice as she spoke.  The elderly woman’s quavering hands trembled as she struggled to lift her coffee cup.  Most Searched … [Read more...] about Quavering used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Qa tremor in an individual’s voice usually caused by nervousness or anxExamples of Quaver in a senYou could hear a quaver in the nervous girl’s tone.  Did you hear the quaver in Kim’s voice when she thanked everyone for attending her going away party?  When the teenager was pulled over by police, he was so scared he had a quaver in his voice. … [Read more...] about Quaver used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Qhaving features that are similar to another Examples of Quasi in a senSince my father was in the military for twenty-five years, he treats our home like it is a quasi-base camp.  My scout troop made my father a quasi leader because of all the support he gave us during the year.  Although only a few people showed up at my party, it was still a quasi … [Read more...] about Quasi used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of to put an end to someExamples of Quash in a senRefusing to give in to the toddler’s demands, the exasperated mother was hell-bent on coming up with a plan to quash the tantrums.  My defense team tried to quash the subpoena but it was served anyway.  Tired of squabbling, the exhausted husband agreed to quash the argument and go shopping with his wife. … [Read more...] about Quash used in sentence example & words in English