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Word | Type | Used in a Sentence | Synonym |
liaison | noun | He served as out liaison with the French. | means of communication between groups |
limousine | noun | We used a limousine to go to the opera. | luxurious auto driven by a chauffeur |
linguistic | adj. | He possessed an excellent linguistic talent. | the art of speaking or using language |
liquidate | verb | We need to liquidate all of the store's goods. | convert them into cash |
literal | adj. | We must have a literal translation. | exact or primary meaning of the words |
longevity | noun | The Japanese are known for their longevity. | long life |
longitude | noun | Sailors must know their longitude. | angular distance measured from England |
loot | noun | The Vikings took much loot from England. | valuables pillaged in time of war |
loquacious | adj. | His reputation was that of a loquacious man. | very talkative |
lotion | noun | Ladies use lotion to smooth their skin. | a medicated liquid |