Multiple Meaning Words Dictionary

Based on this dictionary entry, which of the following sentences matches this meaning of the word "bark"?

• The pine tree's bark was sticky with sap. 

• That dog's bark is worse than his bite. 

• I barked my shin on the coffee table. 

The following sentence matches which definition of "bark": The pine tree's bark was sticky with sap. 

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When the word "bark" is used to refer to an injury, it will be used as a ...

• noun

• verb

Which of the following sentences best fits definition 2? 

• Since Candice was playing the role of "Sunshine" in the school play, she chose a bright yellow dress. 

• Rhianna shines bright like a diamond.

• Once all of the curtains were opened, the room changed from dim to bright. 

Imagine you're in a chilly place, shivering and shaking, and someone says, "He could not bear the cold." What does "bear" mean here?

• A large mammal

• To carry

• To endure

• To give birth to

Answer explanation

The word 'bear' in this context means to endure, or to tolerate. It refers to the ability to withstand or cope with the cold.

Which of the following sentences best matches the third definition of "bright." 

• Mrs. Doss could tell she had some bright students - some of their NWEA scores went up way more than three points! 

• The couple was so happy to be having a girl, they immediate painted the nursery bright pink. 

• The bright stage lights blinded the talent show contestant preparing to sing. 

Which of the definitions best fit the following sentence: Richmond is Virginia's capital. 

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Which definition best fits the following sentence: Noah was excited that she had been picked to judge the school's talent show. 

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Which definition best fits the following sentence: She thinks she needs to judge everything - people's clothes, their hair, who they talk to. 

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Which definition best matches the following sentence: The room was very plain - no decorations.

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