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cruelly

IPA: /ˈkruːəli/

KK: /ˈkruːəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows a lack of kindness or compassion, often causing pain or suffering to others.

Example: The villain in the story acted cruelly towards his enemies.

cruelness

IPA: /ˈkruː.əl.nəs/

KK: /ˈkruːl.nəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being unkind or causing pain to others.

Example: The cruelness of his actions shocked everyone in the community.

cruelty

IPA: /ˈkruːəlti/

KK: /ˈkruːəlti/

noun

Definition: The act of causing pain or suffering to others, often in a harsh or unkind way.

Example: The cruelty shown in the movie shocked many viewers.

cruft

IPA: /krʌft/

KK: /krʌft/

noun

Definition: Something that is old, unnecessary, or of poor quality, often referring to clutter or outdated items.

Example: The software was full of cruft, making it difficult to maintain and update.

cruise

IPA: //kruːz//

KK: /kruz/

noun

Definition: A journey on a ship taken for pleasure, often visiting different places along the way.

Example: We decided to go on a cruise to the Caribbean for our vacation.

verb

Definition: To travel around, often for pleasure, usually in a leisurely manner.

Example: We decided to cruise along the coast to enjoy the beautiful scenery.

cruising

IPA: /ˈkruːzɪŋ/

KK: /ˈkruːzɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of traveling smoothly and steadily, often in a vehicle or boat, usually for pleasure or exploration.

Example: We enjoyed cruising along the coast during our vacation.

verb

Definition: To travel smoothly and at a steady speed, often in a vehicle or boat, without a specific destination in mind.

Example: They spent the afternoon cruising along the coast in their sailboat.

crumble

IPA: /ˈkrʌm.bəl/

KK: /ˈkrʌm.bəl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To break apart into small pieces or fragments, often due to pressure or decay.

Example: The old building began to crumble after years of neglect.

crunch

IPA: /krʌntʃ/

KK: /krʌntʃ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To make a loud noise while chewing or moving, often associated with breaking something into smaller pieces.

Example: I love to crunch on fresh carrots during my snack time.

crural

IPA: /ˈkrʊrəl/

KK: /ˈkrʊrəl/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is connected to the leg or thigh area of the body.

Example: The doctor examined the crural region for any signs of injury.

crusade

IPA: //kruˈseɪd//

KK: /kruˈseɪd/

intransitive verb

Definition: To take part in a vigorous campaign for a cause or to advocate for a particular issue.

Example: Many activists crusade for environmental protection.

noun

Definition: A strong and organized effort to achieve a specific goal, often related to a cause or movement, sometimes with a historical context of religious wars.

Example: The environmentalists launched a crusade to protect endangered species.

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