slough

"The fisherman cast his line into the lake. "

"My grandmother visits my family periodically, usually once a month. "

"Sarah's depression made it hard to enjoy her usual school activities and look forward to the future. "

"He listened carefully to his mother's concerns, feeling sorrowful about her disappointment. "

"My sister, typically, wakes up early for school. "

"The dam created a large backwater that flooded the fields upstream. "

"The bird's secondary feathers are essential for its flight. "

"Sire, do I have your permission to execute this traitor?"

"Snakes slough their skin periodically."

"Example Sentence: "Healthy ecosystems, like forests and oceans, provide us with clean air and water." "

"The impossible of finishing the project by Friday became a reality when everyone worked late. "

"The farmer's land was very productive, yielding a large harvest of tomatoes. "