"Slenderer" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Meaning: Less thick or thick in a way that is considered more attractive or desirable; narrower than average.
Example: "He had a slenderer frame after several months of exercise."
To be "sleighed" means to be thoroughly defeated or outdone, often in a humiliating or crushing manner. It can be used in a sporting context (e.g., "The team was sleighed by their opponents 5-0") or other competitive situations (e.g., "The opposing team's argument was sleighed by the expert's rebuttal").
Skillful and deceitful maneuvering, typically with the hands; cunning or deceitful skill.<br><br>Example: "He was known for his sleight of hand in palming the card."
Sleights can refer to two different things:<br><br>1. <strong>Magical tricks or illusions</strong>: Sleights are skillfully performed illusions or tricks, often used by magicians. They are often quick and precise movements of the hands, fingers, and arms used to distract or deceive the audience.<br><br>2. <strong>Covert or deceitful actions</strong>: Sleights can also refer to sneaky or underhanded actions taken to deceive or manipulate others. For example, someone might accuse someone of "pulling a sleight of hand" to describe a dishonest or misleading behavior.<br><br>3. <strong>Circles or rings of land</strong>: In some contexts, sleights can refer to circles or rings that are unproductive or enclosed areas of land, such as a sleight of swamps or a sleight of water.<br><br>The word "sleight" itself can also mean a subtle or skillful behavior, often in a context of deception or concealment.
Sleipnir is the eight-legged horse in Norse mythology, said to be the steed of the god Odin. It is known for its incredible speed and power, being said to be able to traverse the nine worlds of Norse cosmology. The term "sleipnir" is also sometimes used metaphorically to refer to something that is extremely lengthy or prolonged, such as a long, grueling journey or a difficult situation.
To make or become thinner or less robust, especially in proportion to another part of the body.
Meaning: becoming or making something slender, or having a slender shape or appearance.<br><br>Example: The new diet plan helped her slenderize her figure in just a few weeks.
The term "slenderness" refers to the state or quality of being slender, which typically means being long and thin, or having a narrow and elongated shape. In a more figurative sense, it can also imply a delicate or fragile appearance, such as a slender figure, a slender thread, or slender chances of success.
Past tense of "sleep".<br><br>To have slept means to have experienced a period of rest or slumber.