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Topic: Directions

across

IPA: /əˈkrɔs/

KK: /əˈkrɔs/

adjective

Definition: In a position where something is placed or arranged from one side to the other, often crossing over something else.

Example: Not applicable as 'across' is not an adjective.

adverb

Definition: In a way that goes from one side to another, or in a manner that is clear and understandable.

Example: The cat jumped across the street.

preposition

Definition: This word is used to describe movement or position from one side of something to the other side. It can also mean being in contact with something or being on the opposite side.

Example: The children ran across the field to play.

ahead

IPA: /əˈhɛd/

KK: /əˈhɛd/

adjective

Definition: In a position that is in front of something or further along in time or space.

Example: We need to plan ahead to ensure success.

adverb

Definition: This word means to be in front of something or to move forward in time or space. It can also refer to being in a better position or making progress.

Example: The train moved ahead slowly.

along

IPA: /əˈlɔːŋ/

KK: /əˈlɔŋ/

adverb

Definition: This word is used to describe movement in a forward direction or to indicate that something is accompanying or in association with something else.

Example: We drove along the coast, enjoying the beautiful scenery.

preposition

Definition: This word is used to describe being in a position next to or parallel to something, or moving in a direction that follows a path or line.

Example: We walked along the riverbank, enjoying the scenery.

alongside

IPA: /əˈlɔːŋsaɪd/

KK: /əˈlɔŋˌsaɪd/

adverb

Definition: Next to or in a position parallel to something else; close to the side of something.

Example: The car drove alongside the bus during the traffic jam.

preposition

Definition: Next to or beside something; in a position that is next to another person or thing.

Example: The dog walked alongside its owner during the evening stroll.

anticlockwise

IPA: /ˌæntɪˈklɔkˌwaɪz/

KK: /æntɪˈklɔkˌwaɪz/

adverb

Definition: In a direction opposite to the way the hands of a clock move.

Example: The children were instructed to turn anticlockwise to follow the path.

around

IPA: /əˈraʊnd/

KK: /əˈraʊnd/

adjective

Definition: Existing or present in a particular place or situation.

Example: Is the manager around to help us with our questions?

adverb

Definition: In various directions or in a circular motion; approximately or about something.

Example: The children ran around the playground happily.

preposition

Definition: In a position that encircles or surrounds something, or in the vicinity of a place.

Example: The children ran around the playground happily.

away

IPA: /əˈweɪ/

KK: /əˈwe/

adjective

Definition: Not present in a place; at a distance from a location or person.

Example: The neighbors are away on vacation this week.

adverb

Definition: In a position or direction that is not close; at a distance from a place or person.

Example: She walked away from the crowd to find some peace and quiet.

backwards

IPA: /ˈbæk.wɚdz/

KK: /ˈbæk.wɚdz/

adjective

Definition: In a direction that is opposite to the usual or forward direction; moving or facing towards the back.

Example: The car moved backwards down the driveway.

adverb

Definition: In a way that moves or faces towards the back or in the opposite direction from what is usual.

Example: The car rolled backwards down the hill.

bystreet

IPA: /ˈbaɪˌstriːt/

KK: /ˈbaɪˌstrit/

noun

Definition: A smaller road that is connected to a main road, often used for local traffic.

Example: The restaurant is located on a quiet bystreet away from the busy main road.

catercorner

IPA: /ˈkeɪtəˌkɔːrnə/

KK: /ˈkeɪtərˌkɔrnər/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is positioned diagonally or at an angle across a space or area.

Example: The catercorner arrangement of the furniture made the room feel more spacious.

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