Irregular Words - Multiple-Form Verbs

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Irregular Words
to burn [verb]

to cause destruction or harm to something or someone through extreme heat or fire

Ex: She accidentally burned her hand while cooking .
to bust [verb]

to forcefully break something open or apart

Ex: Attempting to open the jammed locker , he had to bust the lock with a heavy tool .
to dive [verb]

to jump into water, usually hands and head first

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to dream [verb]

to think about something that one desires very much

Ex: He dreams of creating a sustainable and eco-friendly business .
to hew [verb]

to cut something by striking it with an axe or similar tool

Ex: In traditional carpentry , craftsmen would hew timber to construct durable structures .
to input [verb]

to put data into a computer or any piece of electronic equipment

Ex: The keyboard allows users to input text and commands into the computer .

to predict future events, based on analysis of present data and conditions

Ex: The software can forecast future trends in user behavior by analyzing historical data .
to lean [verb]

to bend from a straight position typically to rest the body against something for support

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to learn [verb]

to become knowledgeable or skilled in something by doing it, studying, or being taught

Ex: They are learning about history in their school lessons .
to light [verb]

to supply an area or object with illumination

Ex: He used a flashlight to light the dark path ahead .
to melt [verb]

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

Ex: As the temperature rose , the glacier was melting at an alarming rate .
to mow [verb]

to cut grass, wheat, etc. with a gardening machine or handheld tools, such as a scythe

Ex: To maintain a neat appearance , the gardener mowed the wild grass around the garden .

to use airwaves to send out TV or radio programs

Ex: The cable channel broadcasts documentaries on nature and wildlife .
to plead [verb]

to make an earnest and emotional request, often accompanied by a strong sense of urgency or desperation

Ex: The activists are currently pleading for government action to address environmental issues .
to prove [verb]

to show that something is true through the use of evidence or facts

Ex: The forensic analysis proved the suspect 's innocence .
to saw [verb]

to cut through a material using a tool with a toothed blade

Ex: She carefully sawed the metal pipe for a precise fit in the plumbing system .
to sew [verb]

to join two or more pieces of fabric or other materials together, often by using a needle and thread

Ex: Children in the art class were excited to learn how to sew buttons onto their projects .
to shave [verb]

to remove hair from the body using a razor or similar tool

Ex: The barber shaved the customer 's face with precision .
to shear [verb]

to cut someone's hair short using shears or scissors

to show [verb]

to make something visible or noticeable

Ex: If there are any pictures from the event , please show them to the attendees .
to smell [verb]

to release a particular scent

Ex: Yesterday , the bakery smelled of warm , freshly baked bread .
to smite [verb]

inflict a heavy blow on, with the hand, a tool, or a weapon

to sneak [verb]

to move quietly and stealthily, often with the intention of avoiding detection or being unnoticed

Ex: Last night , she successfully sneaked into the house without waking anyone .
to sow [verb]

to plant seeds by scattering them on the ground

Ex: The farmer sows wheat seeds in the field to cultivate a crop for harvest .
to spell [verb]

to write or say the letters that form a word one by one in the right order

Ex: They practice spelling new words in their English class .
to spill [verb]

to accidentally cause a liquid or substance to flow out of its container or onto a surface

Ex: She spilled water all over the kitchen counter while washing dishes .
to strew [verb]

to spread things in a random way

Ex: In the autumn breeze , the trees strewed their leaves across the park , creating a vibrant carpet .
to swell [verb]

to increase in size, volume, or intensity, often in a gradual or steady manner

Ex: The company ’s profits swelled over the course of the year due to increased sales .

to grow and develop exceptionally well

Ex: With a supportive environment , employees tend to thrive and contribute positively to the workplace .
to spoil [verb]

to harm, damage, or ruin something

Ex: The spilled coffee spoiled the important documents beyond repair .
to wet [verb]

to make something damp or moist by applying water or another liquid

Ex: The rain wetted the ground , making it muddy .
to wed [verb]

to legally become someone's wife or husband

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