Shades of Meaning

Front

Baby ducklings _________ after their mother.

Back

waddled

Front

I ______ my water after gym class because I was so thirsty.

Back

gulped

Front

To win the race, you need to _____ to the finish line as fast as possible.

Back

sprint

Front

I tried not to laugh, but a tiny _____ escaped from my mouth.

Back

giggle

Front

Your science fair project is ________! It is the best I have ever seen!

Back

outstanding

Front

The sudden _______ of rain soaked my clothes.

Back

downpour

Front

Jay thinks he can _____ from one side of the creek to the other without landing in the water.

Back

leap

Front

Bennett was ______ and jumped for joy when he hit his first home run.

Back

thrilled

Front

My jacket is ____, but I can still wear it until I get a new one.

Back

small

Front

Wow! You look ______ in that dress!

Back

stunning