Common Verbs

to ask for something politely or formally

She decided to request additional time to complete the project due to unforeseen circumstances.

to need or demand something as necessary for a particular purpose or situation

Completing the advanced course will require a solid understanding of the basics.

to make changes to something, especially in response to new information, feedback, or a need for improvement

After receiving feedback from the editor, she decided to revise her manuscript to improve its clarity.

to put someone or something important in a situation where they could be harmed, lost, or destroyed

Leaving valuables unattended may risk their security.

to move in a direction by turning over and over or from one side to another repeatedly

The ball started to roll down the hill after being pushed.

to examine something or someone very carefully and thoroughly

The auditor scans the financial records to detect any discrepancies.

not connected to anything, and forming a unit by itself

The hotel has separate rooms for guests traveling alone.

to put something or someone somewhere or in a certain position

She set the book on the table.

to give someone a message, instruction, etc. by making a sound or movement

The coach signaled the players to execute a specific play using hand gestures.

to go under below the surface of a particular substance such as water, sand, tar, mud, etc.

The heavy rock sank quickly to the bottom of the lake, disappearing beneath the surface with a muted splash.

to organize items by putting them into different groups based on their characteristics or other criteria

She sorted the laundry into different piles based on color and fabric type before washing them.

to breathe through one's nose and mouth in a noisy way while asleep

My roommate often snores loudly, keeping me awake at night.

to inhale air audibly through the nose, often to detect or identify a scent or odor

Dogs often sniff the ground to gather information about their surroundings.

to fix an object to another, usually with glue or another similar substance

I need to stick this photo to the page of my scrapbook.

a shop of any size or kind that sells goods

He always forgets something at the grocery store.

to give a short and simplified version that covers the main points of something

After reading the lengthy report, she asked her colleague to summarize the main findings for her.

to provide something needed or wanted

The grocery store will supply fresh produce and other essentials to the community.

to remain alive after enduring a specific hazardous or critical event

After the plane crash, the survivors had to find shelter and food while waiting for rescue, managing to survive against all odds.

to change from one thing, such as a task, major, conversation topic, job, etc. to a completely different one

After completing the morning meeting, she decided to switch tasks and focus on a different project.

to be likely to develop or occur in a certain way because that is the usual pattern

Some plants tend to thrive in direct sunlight, while others prefer shade.

to change words into another language

She can effortlessly translate English texts into Spanish, showcasing her proficiency in both languages.

feeling disturbed or distressed due to a negative event

She was upset after hearing the bad news.

a place or an area that can be seen, and is usually beautiful

From the airplane window, they had an incredible view of the islands below.

to unexpectedly open one's mouth wide and deeply breathe in because of being bored or tired

As the lecture dragged on, students began to yawn in boredom.

having a temperature that is high but not hot, especially in a way that is pleasant

She dipped her feet in the warm sand on the beach.

to tell someone in advance about a possible danger, problem, or unfavorable situation

The weather forecast warned residents of an approaching storm.

to use something without care or more than needed

She tends to waste water by leaving the faucet running while brushing her teeth.

a raised body of water that moves along the surface of a sea, river, lake, etc.

The children ran towards the shoreline, excited to play in the waves crashing on the beach.

to want to know about something particular

I often wonder what life would be like in a different time period.

to briefly stop a particular thing such as process before carrying on

They are pausing the game to discuss strategy.

to put something or someone in a higher place or lift them to a higher position

Can you raise the lamp so I can see?

to go or come back to a person or place

After a long vacation, it's time to return home.

to answer a question in spoken or written form

She regularly responds promptly to emails from clients.