nails
Pronunciation: [neɪlz]
Word
Context: "construction"
(noun) small metal items with a sharp point that are used to join pieces of wood or other materials together. You hammer them into the material to hold things in place.
Example
The carpenter used a lot of nails to build the wooden frame of the house.
Example
There weren’t enough nails in the toolbox, so I couldn't finish my project.
Example
How many nails do we need to finish building the shelf?
Context: "body"
(noun) the hard, protective covering on the tips of fingers and toes. You can paint them with nail polish or trim them to keep them looking nice.
Example
She painted her nails a bright red for the party.
Example
His nails were too long and looked messy.
Example
Do you like to get your nails done at the salon?
Context: "achievement"
(verb) to do something very successfully or to achieve a goal perfectly. Like when you do a task exactly as you wanted.
Example
He really nailed his presentation and impressed everyone.
Example
She didn't nail the test because she didn't study enough.
Example
Did you nail your performance in the concert last night?
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