VEL-A2

November 4, 2023

flat

1. The table is flat and even, with no slopes or uneven surfaces.

2. She placed the book flat on the table.

3. The leafstalk of the plant was flat, flattened along its entire length.

4. The pancake was nice and flat, with a broad surface and not too thick.

5. The cat lay flat on the ground, stretched out and relaxed.

6. They decided to build their house on a flat piece of land.

7. The apartment building had several flats on each floor.

8. The gardener used a flat to start growing seedlings.

9. The train consisted of several flat cars for transporting goods.

10. The stage had a beautiful flat depicting a forest scene.

11. The sailboat glided smoothly with flat sails.

12. The movie was quite flat, lacking any exciting or interesting elements.

13. The soda tasted flat, without any flavor or fizz.

14. The champagne had been open for too long and had gone flat.

15. The market was flat today, with little activity or trading.

16. The matte painting had a flat finish, not reflecting any light or shine.

17. He had to change the flat tire on his car.

18. She made a flat statement, without any reservations or modifications.

19. The painting had a flat appearance, lacking depth or illusion.

20. He spoke in a flat tone, without variation in pitch or emotion.

21. The photograph had a flat contrast, with little shading between tones.

22. She told him flat that she wasn't interested in going on a date.

23. The musician played a flat note, lowering the pitch by one semitone.

24. The sheet music indicated a flat, showing that the note should be played one half step lower.

accommodate

1. The spacious living room can accommodate a large sofa and multiple chairs.

2. The hotel will accommodate guests with extra towels upon request.

3. The restaurant accommodated our special dietary needs by offering a vegan menu.

4. The university campus can accommodate thousands of students in its dormitories.

5. The software update is designed to accommodate the new operating system.

6. The office space was accommodated to create separate workstations for each employee.

7. The proposal was modified to accommodate the concerns of all stakeholders.

garage

1. I parked my car in the garage to protect it from the rain.

2. The mechanic took my car to the garage for an oil change.

3. We garage our bikes in the shed during the winter months.

November 6, 2023

symbolic

1. The artist created a symbolic painting that represented love and unity.

2. The dove is often seen as a symbolic representation of peace.

3. The author's novel was filled with symbolic imagery, adding depth to the story.

terrace

1. We enjoyed a lovely evening on the terrace, sipping tea and enjoying the sunset.

2. The village was built on terraces, with houses perched on different levels of the hillside.

3. The farmers terraced the hillside to create flat areas for planting crops.

4. The architect decided to terrace the back of the house, providing a beautiful outdoor space for the residents.

5. The row of Victorian townhouses formed a charming terrace along the street.

shelf

1. I placed the books on the shelf in alphabetical order.

2. We hiked along the narrow shelf of the mountain, enjoying the breathtaking views.

November 7, 2023

declivity

1. The hiker carefully navigated the steep declivity, making sure to maintain balance.

2. The road twisted and turned, descending into a deep declivity that challenged the drivers.

interrupt

1. Please do not interrupt me while I'm speaking.

2. The loud noise from the construction site interrupted my peaceful afternoon.

3. It is impolite to interrupt someone when they are working or concentrating.

4. The programmer inserted an interrupt in the code to pause the program's execution.

5. The teacher had to interrupt the class to address an urgent matter.

steep

1. The road ahead is steep, so be careful while driving.

2. The hiker struggled to climb the steep slope of the mountain.

3. The price of that luxury car is steep; it's way beyond my budget.

4. She carefully climbed down the steep to reach the bottom of the hill.

5. We need to steep the tea leaves in hot water to make a flavorful cup of tea.

6. He decided to steep himself in studying for the upcoming exam.

slope

1. The roof of the house slopes downward to allow rainwater to run off easily.

2. The road slopes gently towards the river, making it easier for cyclists to ride downhill.

3. The hikers climbed up the steep slope of the mountain.

4. The hillside is covered with lush grass and dotted with small slopes.

5. The architect designed the building with a slight slope on the roof to facilitate drainage.

November 8, 2023

poodle

1. The poodle is known for its intelligence and distinctive curly coat, which is often groomed in different styles.

2. Poodles were originally bred as sporting dogs, excelling in activities such as retrieving game from water.

3. The circus had a talented poodle that performed tricks and entertained the audience with its agility and obedience.

November 9, 2023

level

1. The student's performance in the test determined their level in the class.

2. The company is striving to reach the next level of success in their expansion plan.

3. The intensity level of the sound was too high for my ears.

4. He scored a high level of points in the game.

5. The airplane reached a cruising level of 30,000 feet.

6. The diver explored the depths of the ocean, reaching new levels of discovery.

7. The carpenter ensured that the shelf was perfectly level using a spirit level.

8. The hotel room was on the 10th level of the building.

9. The level in the tube indicated that the surface was perfectly horizontal.

10. The table was level, with no tilts or slopes.

11. The picture frame was not hung level and needed adjustment.

12. The vertical post was level and perpendicular to the ground.

13. He used a ruler to level the surface of the desk.

14. The ground became level after days of grading and smoothing.

15. They decided to level the old building to make space for a new park.

16. The graph showed a smooth and level progression over time.

17. The archer leveled his bow and aimed at the target.

18. She leveled the camera towards the stunning landscape.

19. It's important to level with your friends and be honest about your feelings.

November 12, 2023

fair

1. The judge made sure to conduct a fair trial, without any bias or deception.

2. He won the race fair and square, without cheating or stealing.

3.The baseball was hit fair, landing between the foul lines.

4. The price of the product was fair, not excessive or extreme.

5.The manuscript was submitted with very few alterations or corrections, making it fair.

6.The game was played fairly, in conformity with the rules and without fraud or cheating.

7.The mediator resolved the conflict in a fair and evenhanded manner, without favoring one party.

8.She looked stunning in her fair dress, pleasing to the eye.

9.The fair lady walked gracefully, attractively feminine.

10.The weather was fair, with no clouds or rain.

11.She had fair hair and light-colored skin.

12.He was an average player, lacking exceptional quality or ability.

13.The trade fair brought together producers to promote their business.

14.The county fair showcased a competitive exhibition of farm products.

15.We had a great time at the fair, enjoying the sideshows, rides, and games.

16.The school organized a fair to raise funds for charity, with a sale of miscellany.

17.The carpenter carefully joined the pieces of wood, ensuring that the external surfaces blended smoothly.

November 15, 2023

swing

1. The children were swinging on the playground swings.

2. She swung her hips as she walked down the runway.

3. The stock prices have been swinging wildly this week.

4. The pendulum's swing indicated the passage of time.

5. The kids took turns on the swing set in the park.

6. He swung the bat and hit a home run.

7. The boxer swung his fist at his opponent's jaw.

8. The conductor swung his arms dramatically during the performance.

9. The boxer delivered a powerful swing to his opponent's face.

10. His swing connected with the golf ball, sending it soaring.

11. The batter missed the swing and the ball went past him.

12. The chandelier swung gently from the ceiling.

13. The influential politician could swing the outcome of the election.

14. They lived in a swinging city, always attending parties and events.

15. He was known to be a social swinger, constantly attending social gatherings.

16. Rumors spread that he was swinging with his neighbor's spouse.

17. The factory was in full swing, with workers bustling around.

18. The jazz band started to swing, creating an infectious rhythm.

19. The drummer had a natural ability to swing with perfect timing.

20. They danced to the swinging tunes of the 1930s jazz era.

21. The upbeat song had a jaunty swing that made people want to dance.

22. In the square dance, they performed the swing figure, twirling around each other.

November 16, 2023

defendant

1. The defendant pleaded not guilty to the charges of theft.

2. The defendant's lawyer presented evidence to prove their innocence.

3. The judge asked the defendant to stand and state their name for the record.