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groveled

/ˈɡrɑːvəld/ /ˈɡrʌvəld/

Meanings
verb
To be prone on the ground.

Examples :

"After dropping the cake, the dog groveled at my feet, hoping for a bite. "
body action position

Related Words

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slavishly adverb

/ˈsleɪvɪʃli/

In a slavish manner.

"The new employee followed the outdated instructions slavishly, even when it was clear they were leading to errors. "

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reaching verb

/ˈɹiːtʃɪŋ/

To extend, stretch, or thrust out (for example a limb or object held in the hand).

"He reached for a weapon that was on the table."

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activities noun

/ækˈtɪ.vɪ.tiz/ /ækˈtɪv.ə.tiz/

The state or quality of being active; activeness.

"Pit row was abuzz with activity."

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something noun

/ˈsamθɪŋ/ /ˈsʌmθɪŋ/

An object whose nature is yet to be defined.

"My friend told me there was something in the box, but I didn't know what it was yet. "

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dropping verb

/ˈdɹɒpɪŋ/ /ˈdɹɑpɪŋ/

To fall in droplets (of a liquid).

"The leaky faucet in the kitchen was dropping water onto the counter. "

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repeatedly adverb

/ɹɪˈpiːtɪdli/

Done several times or in repetition.

"He repeatedly violated the court order, and shall now be punished."

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apologizing verb

/əˈpɑləˌdʒaɪzɪŋ/ /əˈpɒləˌdʒaɪzɪŋ/

(often followed by “for”) To make an apology or excuse; to acknowledge some fault or offense, with expression of regret for it, by way of amends

"My correspondent apologized for not answering my letter."

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promising verb

/ˈpɹɒmɪsɪŋ/ /ˈpɹɑmɪsɪŋ/

To commit to (some action or outcome), or to assure (a person) of such commitment; to make an oath or vow.

"He promised to never return to this town again."

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colorful adjective

/ˈkʌləfəl/ /ˈkʌlɚfəl/

Possessing prominent and varied colors.

"The parrot's feathers were colorful, with shades of green, blue, and yellow. "

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apologize verb

/əˈpɒləd͡ʒaɪz/ /əˈpɑləd͡ʒaɪz/

(often followed by “for”) To make an apology or excuse; to acknowledge some fault or offense, with expression of regret for it, by way of amends

"My correspondent apologized for not answering my letter."

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stressful adjective

/ˈstɹɛsfəl/

Irritating; causing stress.

"The long commute was very stressful. "

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securing verb

/səˈkjɔːɹɪŋ/ /səˈkjɝɪŋ/

To make safe; to relieve from apprehensions of, or exposure to, danger; to guard; to protect.

"The librarian is securing the valuable books behind a glass display case. "