nail
Pronunciation: [neɪl]
Context: "construction"
(noun) a small metal piece with a pointed end that you can hammer into wood or other materials. Nails help hold things together, like when building furniture or putting up decorations.
Example
We used a lot of nails to build the wooden shelf.
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We didn't find any nails in the toolbox, so we couldn't finish the project.
Example
How many nails do we need for this chair?
Context: "construction"
(verb) to fasten something with a nail. When you nail something, you are putting a nail in to hold it in place, just like when attaching parts of a toy together.
Example
She decided to nail the picture frame to the wall.
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He didn’t nail it properly, so the shelf fell down.
Example
Did you nail the boards together securely?
Context: "body"
(noun) the hard covering at the end of your fingers and toes. Nails protect your fingers and help you pick up small things.
Example
She painted her nails a bright color for the party.
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He forgot to cut his nails, and they looked messy.
Example
How often do you trim your nails?
Context: "achievement"
(verb) to do something very well or to succeed at a task. Like when you hit a home run in baseball or get a good score on a test, you have nailed it!
Example
She really nailed her presentation; everyone was impressed.
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He didn’t nail the exam and didn't get the grade he wanted.
Example
Did you think she nailed the audition?