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Topic: Time

tardo

IPA: /ˈtɑːrdoʊ/

KK: /tɑrdo/

adjective

Definition: Not fast; taking a long time to do something or move.

Example: The tardo pace of the train made us late for our appointment.

noun

Definition: A type of animal known for being very slow and often hanging upside down from trees.

Example: The tardo spends most of its time in the trees, moving slowly and eating leaves.

tardy

IPA: /ˈtɑːrdi/

KK: /ˈtɑrdi/

adjective

Definition: Arriving or happening later than expected or scheduled; being late.

Example: She was tardy to the meeting because of traffic.

noun

Definition: A situation where someone is late or delayed, especially in arriving at a place or event.

Example: His tardy arrival to the meeting caused some frustration among the team members.

tarry

IPA: /ˈtæri/

KK: /ˈtæri/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is sticky, dark, and often used in construction or road work, similar to the substance made from heated coal or wood.

Example: The tarry substance stuck to my shoes as I walked near the construction site.

intransitive verb

Definition: To delay or wait before leaving or doing something.

Example: We decided to tarry a little longer at the park to enjoy the sunset.

noun

Definition: A short period of time spent in a place, often for rest or relaxation.

Example: After a long journey, we decided to take a tarry at the cozy inn before continuing our trip.

transitive verb

Definition: To wait or delay in a place, often longer than expected.

Example: We decided to tarry a little longer at the park to enjoy the sunset.

temporal

IPA: /ˈtɛmpərəl/

KK: /ˈtɛmpərəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to time or the physical world; not eternal or lasting forever.

Example: The temporal nature of our lives reminds us to cherish every moment.

noun

Definition: A term referring to a part of the body located near the sides of the skull, specifically behind the ears.

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

temporality

IPA: /ˌtɛmpəˈræləti/

KK: /tɛmpəˈræləti/

noun

Definition: The state or quality of being related to time, often referring to things that are temporary or limited in duration.

Example: The temporality of our experiences reminds us to cherish each moment.

temporalize

IPA: /ˈtɛmpəraɪz/

KK: /tɛmpəˌrəlˈaɪz/

verb

Definition: To place or define something in relation to time, often by making it more relevant to a specific time period or context.

Example: The historian aimed to temporalize the events of the past to better understand their impact on the present.

temporally

IPA: /ˈtɛmpərəli/

KK: /tɛmpərəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to time or the timing of events.

Example: The events were temporally linked, showing how one influenced the other over time.

temporarily

IPA: /ˈtɛmpəˌrɛrɪli/

KK: /tɛmpəˈrɛrɪli/

adverb

Definition: For a short period of time, not forever.

Example: The store will be closed temporarily for renovations.

temporariness

IPA: /ˌtɛmpəˈrɛnəs/

KK: /tɛmpəˈrɛrɪnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of lasting for a limited time; not permanent.

Example: The temporariness of the job made it difficult to plan for the future.

temporary

IPA: /ˈtɛmpərəri/

KK: /ˈtɛmpəˌrɛri/

adjective

Definition: Something that lasts for a short period and is not permanent.

Example: The company hired temporary workers to help during the busy season.

noun

Definition: A person or thing that is employed or used for a short period of time.

Example: The company hired several temporaries to help with the busy season.

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