Common Verbs

to put something or someone in a higher place or lift them to a higher position

Can you raise the lamp so I can see?

to act or behave in a particular way in response to something

The political leader had to react promptly to the evolving situation, addressing concerns and making policy adjustments.

to have a sudden or complete understanding of a fact or situation

He realized his mistake at once after reviewing the report.

to know who a person or what an object is, because we have heard, seen, etc. them before

I immediately recognized her voice on the phone.

to suggest to someone that something is good, convenient, etc.

She regularly recommends this book to anyone interested in history.

the best performance or result, or the highest or lowest level that has ever been reached, especially in sport

The gymnast achieved a perfect score, setting a new record in the floor exercise event.

to send someone to a doctor, specialist, etc. for help, advice, or a decision

The clinic doctor referred the patient to an oncologist for further tests and potential tumor management.

to get rid of something, often by throwing it away or selling it

We need to remove the old furniture from the house before the renovation.

to put someone or something new instead of someone or something else

The company decided to replace the outdated equipment with newer, more efficient models.

to cover or give the details of an event in written or spoken form as a journalist on TV, etc.

Journalists regularly report on breaking news stories to keep the public informed.

to answer a question in spoken or written form

She regularly responds promptly to emails from clients.

to move from a lower to a higher position

The hot air balloon rose gracefully into the sky.

to travel on water using the power of wind or an engine

The sailboat gracefully sailed across the open sea, propelled by the ocean breeze.

to keep someone or something safe and away from harm, death, etc.

Lifeguards work tirelessly to save swimmers in distress.

to appear to be or do something particular

Choose whichever path seems right for you.

to move from side to side or up and down

The cat climbed the tree, causing the branches to shake with every agile movement.

to speak loudly, often associated with expressing anger or when you cannot hear what the other person is saying

Frustrated with the distant conversation, she had to shout to make herself heard across the crowded room.

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.

either of a pair of long thin objects worn on our feet to make us move faster over the snow

She strapped on her skis and glided gracefully down the mountain slope.

(astronomy) a shining point found in large numbers in the night sky

I looked up at the night sky and saw a shooting star.

to take something from someone or somewhere without permission or paying for it

She steals cookies from the jar when no one is looking.

to think or believe that something is possible or true, without being sure

I suppose she’ll be at the meeting since she confirmed her attendance earlier.

anything that is in written form

The ancient text provided insights into the culture of that civilization.

to attach or connect two things by a rope, band, etc.

The construction workers are tying reinforcing steel bars together for the foundation.

to pay attention and become aware of a particular thing or person

I couldn't help but notice the beautiful sunset as I walked along the beach.

to be present at a meeting, event, conference, etc.

Employees must attend the mandatory training session next week.

to act violently against someone or something to try to harm them

The predators in the wild often attack weaker members of the herd.

to give someone what is needed or necessary

The company will provide training for all new employees.

the process of looking for something or someone by carefully examining or investigating an area, object, or person

to have or continue to have something

Do you need this document back, or can I keep it for my records?

to use your hands to move something or someone toward yourself or in the direction that your hands are moving

She pulled her suitcase behind her as she walked through the airport.

to use your hands, arms, body, etc. in order to make something or someone move forward or away from you

She pushed the cart down the aisle at the grocery store.