whale
Pronunciation: [weɪl]
Word
Context: "nature"
(noun) a large sea animal that lives in the ocean. Whales are mammals, which means they breathe air and are warm-blooded, just like us! They are known for their big size and can be seen swimming in oceans around the world.
Example
The humpback whale jumped out of the water, making everyone on the boat cheer.
Example
The news about whaling practices is sad because it harms the whales.
Example
What is your favorite type of whale?
Context: "intensity"
(verb) to hit or strike something very hard, often used to describe a strong action. Imagine when someone hits a ball really hard; they might say they 'whaled' on it.
Example
He whaled on the drum during the concert, making everyone dance.
Example
She didn't whale on the door, just knocked politely because it was a friend’s house.
Example
Did you whale on your computer when it froze?
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