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bullet

Pronunciation: [ˈbʊlɪt]

Word

Learn how to use bullet in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “firearms”

(noun) a small, metal projectile that is fired from a gun. It's what comes out of a gun when you pull the trigger.

Example

The soldier loaded the gun with a bullet before heading out.

Example

There were no bullets left in the gun, so it couldn’t be fired.

Example

What happens when a bullet is fired from a gun?

Context: “punctuation”

(noun) a symbol used in writing to create a list, usually a small filled circle. It helps to organize information neatly.

Example

Her shopping list was easy to read because she used bullet points.

Example

Without bullet points, the list was hard to follow and confusing.

Example

Can you show me how to use bullet points in my report?

Context: “movement”

(verb) to move very quickly towards something. It’s like running really fast or speeding ahead.

Example

The car bulleted down the highway at high speed.

Example

The bicycle didn’t bullet down the road like I expected it to.

Example

Did the runner bullet towards the finish line during the race?

How to pronounce bullet

Pronunciation: [ˈbʊlɪt]

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