dying
Prononciation : [ˈdaɪ.ɪŋ]
Mot
Contexte : « life and death »
(verb) when someone or something stops living. It’s when a person or an animal no longer breathes or can stay awake. Like when a flower wilts because it needs water.
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My grandmother is dying, but she is surrounded by family who love her.
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The plants are not dying because I water them every day.
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What happens when a plant is dying?
Contexte : « emotion »
(verb) when someone feels very sad or hopeless about something. It means they might feel like giving up or are very unhappy.
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I'm so happy; I’m dying to see my friend again.
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She doesn’t seem to be dying to go to the party; she said she would rather stay home.
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Are you dying to try that new restaurant?
Contexte : « intense desire »
(verb) when someone really wants something badly. It’s like wishing for something with your whole heart.
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I’m dying to know what happens next in the story!
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He isn’t dying to get a new phone; he is happy with the one he has.
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Are you dying for a slice of cake?
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