14.Blench --- Bombard

 

1. Blench

Verb - To draw back or flinch, especially from something frightening or unpleasant.

Example:

The sudden loud noise caused him to blench and cover his ears.

 

Noun: Blenching - The act or process of drawing back or flinching.

Example: His blenching at the unexpected sight was noticeable.

 

Adjective: Blenched - Having the quality of having drawn back or flinched.

Example: The blenched expression indicated a moment of surprise.

 

2. Blend

Verb/Noun - To mix or combine different substances; a mixture of different elements.

Example:

The chef decided to blend various spices to create a unique flavor.

 

Noun: Blender - A device or appliance used for blending ingredients.

Example: The blender made quick work of turning fruits into a smooth blend.

 

Adjective: Blended - Having the quality of being mixed or combined.

Example: The blended colors created a beautiful and harmonious effect.

 

3. Blight

Noun/Verb - A plant disease; to spoil, harm, or destroy.

Example:

The blight affected the crops, causing a significant loss for the farmers.

 

Noun: Blighting - The act or process of causing harm or destruction.

Example: The blighting of the landscape saddened the community.

 

Adjective: Blighted - Having the quality of being spoiled or harmed.

Example: The blighted area was once a thriving garden.

 

4. Blink

Verb/Noun - To close and open the eyes quickly; a brief closing and opening of the eyes.

Example:

She had to blink several times to adjust to the sudden brightness.

 

Noun: Blinker - A device that indicates a change of direction in a vehicle.

Example: The car's blinker signaled a turn to the right.

 

Adjective: Blinking - Having the quality of closing and opening quickly.

Example: The blinking lights on the sign caught everyone's attention.

 

5. Blurt

Verb - To utter suddenly and impulsively; to reveal without thinking.

Example:

In a moment of excitement, he would often blurt out surprising statements.

 

Noun: Blurter - A person who habitually blurts out statements.

Example: The office had its fair share of blurters during meetings.

 

Adjective: Blurted - Having the quality of having been revealed impulsively.

Example: The blurted confession caught everyone by surprise.

 

6. Boast

Verb/Noun - To talk with excessive pride about one's achievements, possessions, or abilities; a statement of self-praise.

Example:

It's not polite to boast about your accomplishments during a conversation.

 

Noun: Boaster - A person who habitually boasts about themselves.

Example: The habitual boaster tended to exaggerate his achievements.

 

Adjective: Boastful - Having the quality of talking with excessive pride.

Example: Her boastful attitude made it difficult for others to connect with her.

 

7. Boggle

Verb - To hesitate or be astonished, typically due to confusion or fear.

Example:

The complexity of the task made him boggle for a moment before he started.

 

Noun: Boggler - A person who is prone to hesitation or astonishment.

Example: The boggler took a moment to gather their thoughts.

 

Adjective: Boggling - Having the quality of causing hesitation or astonishment.

Example: The boggling puzzle challenged even the experts.

 

8. Boil

Verb/Noun - To heat a liquid until it reaches its boiling point; a swollen, inflamed area on the skin.

Example:

She decided to boil water for tea while treating the boil on her hand.

 

Noun: Boiler - A vessel used for boiling liquids.

Example: The large boiler was capable of heating water quickly.

 

Adjective: Boiling - Having the quality of being heated to the boiling point.

Example: The boiling liquid bubbled and steamed.

 

9. Bolster

Verb/Noun - To support, strengthen, or prop up; a long, narrow cushion.

Example:

Additional resources were needed to bolster the company's expansion plans.

 

Noun: Bolstering - The act or process of supporting or strengthening.

Example: The bolstering of the team's morale led to improved performance.

 

Adjective: Bolstered - Having the quality of having been supported or strengthened.

Example: The bolstered structure could withstand greater pressure.

 

10. Bombard

Verb - To attack continuously with bombs, shells, or other missiles; to overwhelm with a large amount of something.

Example:

During the war, the city would often be bombarded, causing widespread destruction.

 

Noun: Bombardment - The act or process of continuously attacking with missiles.

Example: The bombardment left the city in ruins.

 

Adjective: Bombarding - Having the quality of overwhelming with a large amount.

Example: The bombarding information made it difficult to focus.

 

Short Conversation:

Amy: The sudden light made me blink several times.

Clarie: I noticed. Did it boggle your eyes for a moment?

Amy: Yeah, and I had to bemoan the fact that I forgot my sunglasses.

Clarie: The sunlight can be a blight on a clear day.

Amy: True. But let's not boast about our ability to handle sunlight; it's a common struggle.

Clarie: Fair enough. Let's find some shade.