Top 251 - 275 Verbs

to spend money or resources with the intention of gaining a future advantage or return

Investors often invest in real estate to diversify their portfolios.

to come to be or take place, especially unexpectedly or naturally

Accidents occur unexpectedly, so it's crucial to drive safely.

to give a performance of something such as a play or a piece of music for entertainment

The band will perform at the city park next week.

to deal with a situation or problem successfully

The experienced manager handles challenging projects with ease.

to bring and give a letter, package, etc. to a specific person or place

The mail carrier regularly delivers letters and packages to our doorstep.

to become something greater in quantity, importance, or size

The company's operations expanded rapidly, opening new branches in multiple cities.

to make information that was previously unknown or kept in secrecy publicly known

In her memoir, the author courageously revealed her struggles with mental illness.

to find out the exact size of something or someone

The tailor regularly measures customers to ensure a perfect fit for their clothes.

to try to find a particular thing or person

The detective regularly seeks clues to solve complex cases.

the most important thing that is said or done which highlights the purpose of something

The professor made a crucial point about the importance of environmental conservation.

to learn of and confirm the facts about something through calculation or research

Scientists regularly determine the chemical composition of substances in the laboratory.

to complete an action more than one time

The teacher regularly repeats important concepts to ensure understanding.

to put a great deal of effort to overcome difficulties or achieve a goal

He struggled to lift the heavy box onto the shelf, but with determination, he eventually succeeded.

something given to someone as a sign of appreciation or on a special occasion

She received a beautiful bouquet of flowers as a birthday present.

a symbol or letters used in math, music, or other subjects to show an instruction, idea, etc.

In mathematics, the plus sign (+) is commonly used to represent addition.

a series of connected carriages that travel on a railroad, often pulled by a locomotive

I always enjoy listening to music while traveling on the train.

to send a letter or package by post

He mailed his application to the university yesterday.

to obtain something through one's own actions or hard work

She gained recognition in the industry through years of dedication and innovation.

to make something stay in the same state or condition

The janitor regularly maintains cleanliness in the office by cleaning and organizing.

to say the meaning of an expression or word, particularly in a dictionary

The teacher regularly defines unfamiliar words for the students in the class.

to make a person remember an obligation, task, etc. so that they do not forget to do it

The manager regularly reminds employees of upcoming deadlines.

to make someone feel mildly shocked

The unexpected news seemed to surprise her, and she couldn't hide her reaction.

to provide someone with support, hope, or confidence

The teacher always took the time to encourage her students, praising their efforts and boosting their confidence in the classroom.

to combine two or more distinct substances or elements to form a unified whole

The chef carefully mixed the ingredients to create a flavorful sauce.

to leave your job and stop working, usually on reaching a certain age

After working for 30 years, she finally retired.