give

1. (of a man) sanction the marriage of (his daughter) to someone.
2. consent to have sexual intercourse with (someone).
3. predict that (an activity, undertaking, or relationship) will last no longer than (a specified time).
4. tell what one knows.
5. concede defeat; surrender.

1. "he gave her marriage to an English noble"
2. "she gave herself to the king in order to obtain the pardon of her father"
3. "this is a place that will not improve with time—I give it three weeks"
4. "okay, give—what's that all about?"
5. I give!

by Arminkshipper January 19, 2025

Reverie

an instrumental piece suggesting a dreamy or musing state.

"his own compositions can move from impressionist reveries to an orchestral chordal approach"

by Arminkshipper July 20, 2024

word

used to express agreement.

"“That Jay is one dangerous character.” “Word.”"

by Arminkshipper July 28, 2024

Strip

a main road in or leading out of a town that is lined with shops, restaurants, and other facilities.

"I love walking down the strip and window shopping while enjoying the lively atmosphere."

by Arminkshipper June 27, 2025

Kettle

a small area in which demonstrators or protesters are confined by police seeking to maintain order during a demonstration.

"activists in the kettle were protesting at being held and resisting arrest"

by Arminkshipper April 20, 2025

Life

an imprisonment term of life.

The judge sentenced the criminal to life, ensuring he would never be free again.

by Arminkshipper July 04, 2024

Hope springs eternal

it is human nature always to find fresh cause for optimism.

Here are a few ways you can use "hope springs eternal" in a sentence to convey the meaning that humans always find fresh reasons to be optimistic:

Despite several rejections, the writer kept submitting her manuscript, because hope springs eternal.
Even after a brutal winter, the sight of the first crocus blooming reminded everyone that hope springs eternal.
The gambler, down to his last dollar, placed a final bet, a testament to the fact that hope springs eternal.
Though the peace talks had stalled, diplomats continued to meet, for hope springs eternal.

by Arminkshipper July 20, 2024