bolts
Pronunciation: [boʊlts]
Word
Context: “hardware”
(noun) bolts are metal objects that look like long pins with a head. They are used to hold things together tightly, like in buildings or furniture.
Example
We used large bolts to secure the pieces of the table together.
Example
The chair fell apart because it was missing several bolts.
Example
Do you have any extra bolts for this project?
Context: “movement”
(verb) to bolt means to run away quickly or to move suddenly. It's like when a dog sees something exciting and runs after it right away.
Example
The dog bolted after the squirrel in the park.
Example
She didn't bolt down the street; instead, she walked calmly.
Example
Why did the cat bolt when it heard a loud noise?
Context: “eating”
(verb) to bolt also means to eat something very quickly without chewing much, like when you're really hungry and just grab your food.
Example
He bolted his dinner because he was late for a meeting.
Example
She didn't bolt her meal; she enjoyed every bite slowly.
Example
Did you bolt your breakfast this morning?
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