Top 351 - 375 Verbs

to pull something with effort along a surface

She drags the suitcase across the airport floor.

to put someone or something in a position in which they are vulnerable or are at risk

The lack of security exposed the company to cyberattacks.

to use a supply of energy, fuel, etc.

During the winter months, households tend to consume more energy for heating to stay warm.

to cover a surface or object with a colored liquid, usually for decoration

They spent the weekend painting their living room walls a soothing shade of blue.

to remove earth or another substance using a tool, machine, or hands

The archaeologist used a shovel to dig for ancient artifacts.

to discover the exact position or place of something or someone

Using GPS coordinates, they were able to locate the missing hiker in the dense forest.

a shop of any size or kind that sells goods

He always forgets something at the grocery store.

the greatest possible degree or extent of something, beyond which it cannot extend or exceed

The engineer's innovative designs pushed the limits of modern technology.

to make a container's liquid flow out of it

She poured milk into her cereal bowl for breakfast.

to say the sound of a letter or word correctly or in a specific way

She pronounces each word with clarity during the language class.

to be one's property

The antique clock belongs to my grandmother.

to say or show one's unwillingness to do something that someone has asked

The student had to refuse the invitation to join the extracurricular club due to time constraints.

to attach something to a higher point so that it is supported from above and can swing freely

She decided to hang a picture of her family on the living room wall.

to speak to God or a deity, often to ask for help, express gratitude, or show devotion

In times of trouble, people often pray for guidance and strength.

a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides

to make someone do something using reasoning, arguments, etc.

I tried to convince my friend to join the hiking trip by highlighting the beautiful scenery and adventure it would offer.

to intentionally pay no or little attention to someone or something

Despite the repeated warnings, he chose to ignore the safety guidelines.

to make something more useful or modern by adding the most recent information to it, improving its faults, or making new features available for it

She decided to update her resume with her most recent job experience.

to develop from a simple form to a more complex or sophisticated one over an extended period

The Internet has evolved from a basic communication tool to a complex network of information.

(of something in solid form) to turn into liquid form by being subjected to heat

Ice cubes melt quickly in warm water.

a series of images, feelings, or events happening in one's mind during sleep

She had a vivid dream about flying over mountains.

to make the necessary arrangements for an event or activity to take place

I organize the annual charity event for our community.

to interest and draw someone or something toward oneself through specific features or qualities

The vibrant colors of the flowers attracted butterflies to the garden.

to show or say that something is the case, particularly by providing proof

The doctor confirmed the diagnosis with the results of the blood test.

to turn around over and over very fast

With elegant movements, the dancer spun gracefully on stage.