Words & Expressions
1.devoid of
Everything was plain and straightforward, a modern structure devoid of concealments.
explanation: to be completely lacking in something
e.g. His face was devoid of any warmth of humour.
2.furtive
A soft furtive footfall overhead.
explanation: behaving as if you want to keep something secret
e.g. There was something furtive about his actions
3.festoon
They were dirty and festooned with cobwebs and their faces were grim.
explanation: to cover something with flowers, long pieces of material etc, especially for decoration
e.g. Malaga was festooned with banners and flagers in honour of the king's visit.
4. blurt something out
He said, almost blurting out the words...
explanation: to say something suddenly and without thinking, usually because you are nervous or excited
e.g. Peter blurted the news out before we could stop him.
Good Sentences
He stopped and added in a cold biting tone: "Or do you suggest that I gave her an overdose on purpose?"
I brought it because I expected to run into a spot of trouble.
That hundred guineas was just Mr. Owen's little bit of cheese to get me into the trap along with the rest of you.
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