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Topic: Common Errors

flowingly

IPA: /ˈfloʊɪŋli/

KK: /ˈfloʊɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a smooth and continuous way, without interruption or awkwardness.

Example: The dancer moved flowingly across the stage, captivating the audience with her grace.

fluked

IPA: /flukt/

KK: /flukd/

adjective

Definition: Having flat, thin parts or projections, often referring to certain types of fish or other animals.

Example: The fluked tail of the fish helped it swim swiftly through the water.

verb

Definition: To achieve something by chance or luck, often unexpectedly.

Example: She fluked her way into winning the lottery without even buying a ticket.

flukily

IPA: /ˈfluːkɪli/

KK: /ˈfluːkɪli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that happens by chance or luck, often unexpectedly.

Example: She flukily won the lottery on her first try.

flush

IPA: /flʌʃ/

KK: /flʌʃ/

adjective

Definition: Having surfaces or edges that are level or even with each other, or having a healthy, rosy color.

Example: The new sofa is flush against the wall, making the room look more spacious.

adverb

Definition: In a way that is level or even with something else, or directly and solidly against something.

Example: The picture was hung flush against the wall.

intransitive verb

Definition: To suddenly flow or move quickly, often referring to water or a change in color, such as turning red from embarrassment or emotion.

Example: She felt her cheeks flush when she received the compliment.

noun

Definition: A sudden rush of something, often used to describe a flow of water or a reddening of the skin due to heat or emotion.

Example: After running up the hill, she felt a flush on her cheeks.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something become red or to clean something quickly with a lot of liquid, like water.

Example: He decided to flush the toilet after using it.

focussing

IPA: /ˈfoʊkəsɪŋ/

KK: /ˈfoʊkəsɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Related to the act of directing attention or effort towards a specific task or goal.

Example: The focussing lens helped to clarify the image.

noun

Definition: The act of directing attention or concentration towards something.

Example: Her focussing on the task helped her complete it quickly.

verb

Definition: To direct attention or concentration towards something specific.

Example: She is focussing on her studies to improve her grades.

foiled

IPA: /fɔɪld/

KK: /fɔɪld/

adjective

Definition: Decorated or adorned with a thin layer of gold or silver, often used in art or design.

Example: The picture frame was foiled, giving it a luxurious appearance.

verb

Definition: To prevent something from happening or to thwart someone's plans.

Example: The detective foiled the robbery by arriving just in time.

fold

IPA: /foʊld/

KK: /foʊld/

intransitive verb

Definition: To bend something over itself or to collapse under pressure or defeat.

Example: After losing the match, the team decided to fold and not continue playing.

noun

Definition: A bend or crease in something, often made by folding it; it can also refer to a group of people or animals that are gathered together for a common purpose.

Example: The paper had a noticeable fold where it had been creased.

transitive verb

Definition: To bend something over so that one part lies on another part, or to combine a light ingredient into a heavier mixture gently.

Example: She decided to fold the letter and put it in an envelope.

following

IPA: /ˈfɒl.oʊ.ɪŋ/

KK: /ˈfɑloʊɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that comes next in time, order, or sequence.

Example: Please read the following instructions carefully.

noun

Definition: A group of people who support or admire someone or something, often following them closely or being loyal to them.

Example: The author has a large following on social media.

preposition

Definition: At a later time; after something else has happened.

Example: Following the meeting, we discussed our next steps.

foolishest

IPA: /ˈfuːlɪʃɪst/

KK: /ˈfuːlɪʃɪst/

adjective

Definition: This word describes someone or something that is the most unwise or lacking in good sense compared to others.

Example: His decision to invest all his savings in a risky business was the foolishest choice he could have made.

foolishly

IPA: /ˈfuːlɪʃli/

KK: /ˈfuːlɪʃli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows a lack of good sense or judgment.

Example: He foolishly spent all his savings on a new car.

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