Excursion (Noun)
Syllable division: ex·cur·sion
How to pronounce: UK: /ɪkˈskɜː.ʃən/ US: /ɪkˈskɝː.ʃən/
Meaning: A quick journey that is typically undertaken for enjoyment, frequently by a group of people.
Example:
> I cannot wait for our class excursion next week!
> Our annual family excursion will be to the mountains this year.
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Growl (Verb)
Syllable division: growl
How to pronounce: UK: /ɡraʊl/ US: /ɡraʊl/
#1 Meaning: To generate a low, loud noise, generally out of rage.
Example:
> When the thieve came into the yard, the dogs started growling and biting at him.
> "Can't you see that I am busy?" he growled.
#2 Meaning: If your stomach growls, it makes a low, constant noise, it means that you are hungry.
Example:
> While they were watching the movie, her stomach started growling.
> I hate it when I am busy talking to someone and my stomach starts to growl.
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Resort (Noun)
Syllable division: re·sort
How to pronounce: UK: /rɪˈzɔːt/ US: /rɪˈzɔːrt/
#1 Meaning: An area where a lot of people gather for recreation, exercise, or other specific purposes.
Example:
> We decided to spend our Christmas holiday at a ski resort in Switzerland this year.
> They went to a beach resort for their honeymoon.
#2 Meaning: The need to act in a certain way because there is no other alternative of reaching a goal.
Example:
> I think that the problem can be solved without resorting to violence.
> A resort to better research might help us to get this contract.
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Burst (Verb)
Syllable division: burst
How to pronounce: UK: /bɜːst/ US: /bɝːst/
#1 Meaning: To cause something to suddenly split open or shatter.
Example:
> Everyone got a fright when some of the balloons started to burst.
> After living here for 10 years, one of our water pipes looks like it is going to burst.
#2 Meaning: To experience a strong feeling or strong desire.
Example:
> She was bursting to tell everyone her secret but knew that she had to wait for the right time.
> I am bursting to find out what they are planning for the trip.
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Wobbly (Adjective)
Syllable division: Wob·bly
How to pronounce: UK: /ˈwɒb.əl.i/ US: /ˈwɑː.bəl.i/
#1 Meaning: When something is likely to wobble/sway.
Example:
> When you cross that suspension bridge, it is quite wobbly.
> Be careful to not fall from the wobbly ladder.
> After the calf was born, it started taking a few wobbly steps.
#2 Meaning: Confused about what to do or constantly switching between opposing viewpoints.
Example:
> Yesterday I wanted to wear the pink coat but looking at today's weather, I feel a bit wobbly about my decision.
> She is a very wobbly person when she has to make a decision.
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