We shared some great words on @definitions this week. Our words of the week are:

• Replete
• Nuzzle
• Hasten
• Harbingers

Check out this video to practice listening and to hear how the words are pronounced with an American English accent.

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Definitions and Example Sentences

Replete (Adjective) - Full of

• The article was replete with lies. The journalist did not fact check his story.
• Junk food is replete with added sugar and fat.
• BONUS - Although we depleted (used up) most of our supplies, the remaining food items are replete with nutrients.

Nuzzle (Verb) - To cuddle or snuggle

• The horse gently nuzzled his nose against his owner’s back.
• The young couple nuzzled together under a blanket to stay warm.
• BONUS - The young child nuzzled into his mother's arms.

Hasten (Verb) - To hurry, accelerate, or rush

• Many couples hastened their weddings after hearing rumors of war.
• No matter how often I hasten my children, we always seem to arrive late.
• BONUS - The accident occurred because the employer hastened his employees.

Harbingers (Noun) - Indicators; Bringers of warnings

• Since the beginning of time, harbingers have declared that the world is coming to an end.
• The king sent harbingers to the city demanding surrender, else he would attack.
• BONUS - The harbingers were not welcome to the party. The party-goers were not interested in the bad news.

Homework

Write the words of the week in one or more sentences. I will stop by to give you feedback on the sentences you write.

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@EnglishWithNate