Words Starting With "S"

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Starring

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Present or playing a leading part in a film, play, or television program

Starry-eyed

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Dreamily optimistic or idealistic; unrealistically hopeful.

Starry

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The word "starry" means full of or covered with stars; resembling stars in glittering or sparkle, especially in relation to the night sky or a twinkling quality.

Stars

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Nouns: The large and very hot balls of gas and dust that are in space and can be seen in the sky on a clear night<br><br>Verbs: to shine brightly in the sky, to be admired highly, to write on paper or fabric with thin, colored marks that are good for a long time

Starship

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A starship is a hypothetical spacecraft designed to travel through the vast distances of space between star systems, typically used for interstellar travel. It is also referred to as a generation ship or a lighter-than-air spacecraft. The concept of a starship involves overcoming the challenges of propulsion systems, life support systems, and other technological difficulties required for long-duration space travel.<br><br>Examples of starships appear in science fiction, such as the USS Enterprise in the Star Trek franchise, but currently, there are no real-world examples of operational starships.

Starstruck

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Completely overwhelmed or amazed by someone, often someone famous or attractive, to the point of being unable to think or speak clearly.

Start-up

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A start-up is a new business or project that is just beginning to operate or a newly established business. It is often characterized by a innovative idea, small workforce, and a high level of entrepreneurial spirit. The term can also be used to describe any newly started action or venture.

Start-ups

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A start-up is a newly established business or organization that is in the early stages of its operation, often characterized by its innovative product or service, rapid growth, and limited initial resources. It usually aims to disrupt an existing market or create a new market and is often associated with entrepreneurs who seek to capitalize on emerging opportunities.

Start

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"Start" can have several meanings depending on the context:<br><br>1. To begin or initiate an activity, process, or journey.<br>Example: "I'll start my presentation at 9 o'clock."<br><br>2. The beginning or initial point of something.<br>Example: "The start of the novel was exciting."<br><br>3. The part of an object or device where it begins to move or operate.<br>Example: "The car has a faulty start that causes it to stall."<br><br>4. To set something in motion or cause it to happen.<br>Example: "The alarm will start automatically at midnight."<br><br>5. To serve as the initial or starting point for a competition or a game.<br>Example: "The start of the marathon was chaotic."<br><br>In general, "start" is used to indicate the beginning of an action, a point in time, or a particular position.

Started

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Began or initiated something; introduced or commenced an activity, event, or process. <br><br>Example: "The company started its operations in 2000."

Starter

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A person who starts something, such as a football player who starts the game, or a small device that triggers a machine.<br><br>In a wider sense, a starter can also be a person who introduces a new project, business, or initiative. <br><br>Example: "The new employee was considered the starter of the team, as they were the first to join and helped set up the office."

Starters

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Introductory parts or beginning of something, such as a course, a book, or a meal. For example, appetizers or main dishes at a restaurant.

Starting

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The word "starting" is a present participle verb form of the verb "start". It can have both an intransitive and a transitive meaning.<br><br>In general, "starting" means:<br><br> The initial point or moment of an action, process, or occasion; the beginning.<br> Taking the first step or move in a new activity or situation.<br><br>For example:<br><br>- "The starting line is where the runners stand when the race begins."<br>- "I'm starting to feel a bit nervous about the upcoming exam."<br><br>In a transitive sense, "starting" can also mean creating, sparking, or putting something into operation or motion.<br><br>Example:<br><br>- "The key to starting the fireplace is to strike a match and ignite the kindling."<br>- "She started the conversation by asking me a question."<br><br>The word "starting" can also refer to the beginning of an activity, vehicle ignition, or movement.<br><br>For instance:<br><br>- "We're going to the starting gate at the track for the 5K at 8 AM."<br>- "The driver started the car and put it in gear."<br>- "When I was six, I'm starting play outside with my friends in the park every single day."

Startle

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To surprise or shock someone suddenly, often causing them to feel alarmed or frightened.

Startled

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Surprised or shocked, typically in a sudden or intense way.

Startles

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To surprise or shock someone so much that they feel frightened, shocked, or amazed.

Startling

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Shockingly unexpected or impressive.

Startlingly

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Surprisingly or shockingly unexpected; astonishing.

Starts

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To begin or commence something, such as an activity, process, or new endeavor.<br><br>Example sentences: <br>- "She starts her day at 6am with a jog."<br>- "I start my new job next Monday."<br>- "He starts reading the book on Monday."<br><br>Synonyms: <br>- Begin<br>- Commence<br>- Initiate<br>- Launch<br><br>Antonyms:<br>- Finish<br>- Stop<br>- Abandon<br>- End

Startup

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A startup, in the context of a new or small business, is a newly created business that is in the initial stages of development or launch. Typically, it is a company that has just begun operating and is not yet profitable.<br><br>In a broader sense, a startup can also refer to a new idea or project that is being developed and implemented. The term startup culture refers to the attitudes, values, and norms of people who work in the tech industry, particularly in the startup phase of their careers.

Startups

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Startups refer to new companies or businesses that are in the initial stages of development, typically in the first few years of operation. They are often characterized by their potential for rapid growth, innovative ideas, and limited financial resources. Startups usually aim to scale their business quickly, innovate their products or services, and secure funding from investors to continue their growth.<br><br>Key characteristics of startups include:<br><br>1. Innovative products or services: Startups often introduce new ideas, products, or services that address a specific need or problem in the market.<br>2. Limited financial resources: Startups usually have limited capital and rely on funding from investors, grants, or revenue from early customers to operate.<br>3. High growth potential: Startups aim to rapidly expand their customer base, revenue, and market share.<br>4. Adaptability and experimentation: Startups are often willing to pivot or make significant changes to their business model, product, or service in response to customer feedback, market changes, or new opportunities.<br><br>Examples of successful startups include Uber, Airbnb, and Facebook, which have disrupted their respective markets and become household names.

Starvation

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Starvation is a state of extreme lack of food or malnutrition, often resulting in weakness, weight loss, and even death. It can occur when an individual suffers from a prolonged period of famine, poverty, or unreliable food supply, leading to a drastic decrease in energy and overall well-being. Additionally, starvation can also be caused by anorexia nervosa, a psychological disorder characterized by a deliberate and intense fear of gaining weight. In severe cases, starvation can cause serious health complications, including organ failure, and even mortality.

Starve

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To die or suffer as a result of a lack of food.

Starved

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to be extremely hungry because you have not eaten enough food for a long time, resulting in feeling weak or dizzy.

Starveling

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A starveling is a person who is poorly nourished or undernourished, often due to poverty or lack of food. It can also describe something or someone that is weak or pale. The word is often associated with hypothetical or literary portrayals of beggars or vagrants in the past.

Starves

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The word "starves" is the third person singular simple present tense of the verb "starve". It can be defined as:<br><br> to die or suffer from hunger<br> to cause someone or something to die or suffer from lack of food<br> to have a strong desire for something, or a need for something to prevent it from happening.<br><br>Example sentences:<br><br> She starves for attention from her parents.<br> The children starved for weeks after the famine.<br> The company is starving for innovation.

Starving

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The word "starving" means extremely hungry, feeling a strong craving for food, often to the point of not having enough food to eat. It can also describe a situation where someone is in a state of extreme hunger due to lack of food or water.

Starwars

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Star Wars is a science fiction franchise created by George Lucas that consists of a space opera epic series of films, television films, and other media. The franchise follows a storyline that takes place in a galaxy far, far away, where a group of heroes, known as the "Rebels," battle against the evil Galactic Empire, led by the villainous Darth Vader.<br><br>The franchise is set in a galaxy where technology and magic coexist, and includes a range of species, including humans, Wookiees, Jawas, Sith, and Jedi. The series is known for its space battles, lightsaber duels, and iconic characters, such as Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Han Solo, and Chewbacca.<br><br>The original trilogy, which includes Episode IV: A New Hope, Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back, and Episode VI: Return of the Jedi, introduces the main characters and sets the stage for the series. The prequel trilogy, which includes Episodes I-III, explores the events leading up to the original trilogy, while the sequel trilogy, which includes Episodes VII-IX, continues the story with new characters and adventures.<br><br>Overall, Star Wars is a beloved and iconic franchise that has captivated audiences for decades, inspiring countless fans around the world with its richly detailed universe, memorable characters, and groundbreaking special effects.

Stash

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1. A quantity of something, typically a valuable or useful item, kept quietly stored or hidden away: "Food stashed away in a cupboard."<br><br>2. A collection of ideas, data, or items stored in memory: "She has a data stash to share with her team."<br><br>3. Informal: To put or store something somewhere for safe keeping.<br><br>Example sentences:<br>- She carefully stashed the jewels in her closet.<br>- The app stashes ratings and reviews for better recommendations.<br>- Do you stash your money under the mattress?

Stashed

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Hidden or stored away, often secretly or temporarily. <br><br>Example: "She had stashed the money in her bedroom drawer."

Stashes

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Originally, stashes referred to secret stores or hidden dishes. <br><br>In modern times, it refers to caches or stores of food, clothes, or other goods often hidden or secretly kept, especially in the context of hoarding or hiding for future needs.

Stashing

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The word "stashing" can have several meanings depending on the context. Here are a few common interpretations:<br><br>1. Putting or hiding something (usually secretly) away for safekeeping or future use. Example: "He spent the afternoon stashing away Christmas presents for his family."<br>2. Gathering or storing something, especially money, in a secret or hidden place. Example: "She was caught stashing cash in her sock drawer."<br>3. Storing or preserving a resource or asset for future use. Example: "The company is stashing away funds for a rainy day."<br>4. In computer science, "stashing" can refer to the act of caching or storing data temporarily in memory to improve performance.<br><br>In general, "stashing" implies storing or hiding something for future use, often in a somewhat secretive or clandestine manner.

Stasima

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I couldn't find any information on the word "stasima". It's possible that it's a misspelling or a word from a smaller or non-English language.<br><br>However, "stasis" is a word in English that refers to a state of stability or inaction, or a period of calm in a situation.

Stasimon

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In drama, a stasimon (plural: stasima) is a unifying or choral section in a Greek tragedy or epic that is sung and danced by the chorus. It is a lyrical passage that is meant to comment on the action and help to advance the plot. The stasimon can also be used to diffuse tension, provide background information, or raise questions that propel the story forward.<br><br>In other words, a stasimon is a device used in ancient Greek drama to break up the narrative with a reflective or commentating sequence sung by the chorus, allowing the audience to pause, reflect, and gather information before the plot continues.

Stasis

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Stasis (n.) - a state of stability or inactivity; a period of calm or quiescence, often followed by a period of change or turmoil.<br><br>Example: "The patient's condition was in a state of stasis for a few days before the infection started to worsen."<br><br>Antonyms: flux, change, activity.<br><br>Etymology: From Greek staatikos, meaning "stable," from staazein, "to stand."

Statal

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The word "statal" is an adjective meaning:<br><br> Relating to or characteristic of a state or government.<br> Pertaining to a state or ministry (e.g., statal agency)<br> Concerned with or related to the affairs or authority of a state.<br><br>Example sentences:<br>- The statal audit revealed significant irregularities in the government's spending.<br>- The company is a statal-owned enterprise.