Context Clues

The lanky dog was not fat, even though he ate a lot.

Since athletes must stay in great shape, they seldom eat junk food.

The judge questioned the witness, but he sat silent and declined to answer.

Some people feel perplexed by brain teasers, while others figure them out quickly

Abbey held the delicate flower gently so the stem wouldn't break.

On the way to his room after just having been grounded, Tod murmured something under her breath

I meandered through the woods taking my time exploring.

After falling many times on his skies, Dan was reluctant to ski down the mountain again.

The diamond ring was radiantly shining on her finger.

Jackie was mortified after her puppy ripped her friend's brand new sweater.

The rays from the rising sun shone splendidly through our window.

Grandpa didn't know that it was going to rain on the trip, and now he had to alter he plans

After the bird escaped, Chris tried to coax it back into the cage with treats.

The smell from the refrigerator was very foul, but the freezer smelled fresh.

The saturated, dripping dog ran in the house after swimming in the lake.

The bird was perched up on a branch looking down at the people below.

Sam was so hungry that he didn't leave a single particle of muffin on the plate.

The cat scuttled quickly around the room without lying down at all.

Kim didn't like her new haircut until several people made remarks in how nice it looked

The girl languidly put on her jacket as if she had no energy at all.

Jan went to the museum every weekend because she was so fascinated by art.

The smooth dancer moved with elegance across the stage.

Nutritious foods, such as fruits and vegetables, help our bodies grow.

The sun made the lake water shimmer.