a continuous count of something, usually recorded with tick marks.

the way that person makes a living, or earns the money needed to pay for food, a place to live, and other needs.

a device or a person who checks closely to see how something is doing

used to describe something that is too small in number or amount, making it disappointing or worthless.

During a game, your teacher might keep a _________ on the board of the teams' scores.

My mom had to _____________ my cooking in the kitchen when I was using the stove.

If you shoveled snow for your neighbors all day long and got paid two dollars, you might complain that you did a whole day's work for a ___________ two bucks.

A singer's _____________ depends on her fans buying albums and concert tickets.

An ____________ leather jacket is made from real leather.