Context Clues

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

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

Bill felt remorse for his harsh words.

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

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

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

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

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

The sun made the lake water shimmer.

The smooth dancer moved with elegance across the stage.

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

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

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

I meandered through the woods taking my time exploring.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The diamond ring was radiantly shining on her finger.

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