adjective
A1
Feeling or showing pleasure or contentment.
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verb
A1
Move at a speed faster than walking, never with both feet on the ground at once.
adjective
A2
Pleasing the senses or mind aesthetically.
noun
A1
A group of one or more parents and their children living together as a unit.
adjective
A2
Of great significance or value.
verb
A1
Feel deep affection or sexual love for (someone).
noun
A1
The indefinite continued progress of existence and events in the past, present, and future.
noun
A1
The earth, together with all of its countries and peoples.
verb
A1
Be engaged in physical or mental activity in order to achieve a purpose or result.
noun
A1
The place where one lives permanently, especially as a member of a family or household.
noun
A1
A person whom one knows and with whom one has a bond of mutual affection.
verb
A1
Gain or acquire knowledge of or skill in (something) by study, experience, or being taught.
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