"Tidal" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Adjective:
1. relating to or caused by the tide.
2. extremely popular or fashionable, especially temporarily.
3. (of a wave or waves) repetitive and predictable, often with a regular rhythm or cycle.
Example sentences:
- The tidal effect of the full moon changes the deviant tectonic pressures between the Pacific and Caribbean plates.
- She was a tidal celebrity, famous for her scandalous marriage.
- The wave is tidal throughout both hemispheres of the Earth, but this government decree has given entire province more authority.
The quality of being easily tickled, a sensitivity to being tickled.<br><br>Example: "Her ticklishness made her daughter giggle uncontrollably whenever her armpits were tickled."
Slightly sore or irritating to the touch, but in a pleasant or gentle way, like a feather or a soft brush. It often refers to a sensation that makes one want to scratch or rub the affected area.
Ticks can refer to several different things:<br><br>1. Small, parasitic insects that live on the bodies of larger animals and feed on their blood, often causing discomfort and diseases (e.g., Lyme disease).<br>2. Marks or impressions made by something, such as a meter on a piece of paper.<br>3. A syllable used to measure the time of a musical piece.<br>4. A checkbox or symbol used for votes or selections, often appearing electronically on a screen.<br>5. A flutter or movement of the eyes, often in a way that looks like dancing or fluttering, for instance, a player's eyes might blink rapidly during an exciting loss of control of a true shot in a game.
Onomatopoeic word for the sound of striking a clock or a metronome, emphasizing the rhythm and beat.
Ticlopidine is a medication used to reduce the risk of stroke in people who have had a previous "mini-stroke" or transient ischemic attack. It is an antiplatelet drug, which means it works by preventing blood clots from forming in the blood vessels that supply the brain. It is typically used for secondary prevention of ischemic stroke, meaning it is used to prevent a stroke from occurring again after a previous one.<br><br>Ticlopidine was approved by the US FDA in 1982 and was initially marketed under the brand name Ticol. However, it was shown to have serious side effects, such as severe blood disorders, such as aplastic anemia and agranulocytosis, which can be life-threatening. As a result, its use has largely been replaced by other antiplatelet medications with fewer side effects, such as clopidogrel.<br><br>Ticlopidine is still used in some countries for the treatment of peripheral artery disease, and in certain cases, for the prevention of stroke in patients at high risk. However, due to its potential for serious side effects, its use is closely monitored by healthcare providers and requires regular blood tests to check for any signs of blood disorders.
A term used to refer to people from Costa Rica, often used informally as a nickname or affectionately by locals and foreigners alike.
In phonetics and phonology, "tics" refers to a sudden, slight, involuntary movement or spasm, often affecting the face, vocal cords, or other parts of the body.<br><br>In psychology, tics are typically associated with tics disorders, such as Tourette's syndrome, which is characterized by repetitive, stereotyped movements or vocalizations that are often difficult to control.<br><br>In a figurative sense, tics can also refer to nervous habits or mannerisms, such as clearing one's throat before speaking or tapping one's foot impatiently.<br><br>In sports, a tic can refer to a small, hard bump or growth on a golf ball that interferes with its flight.<br><br>In computer science, a tic-tac-toe is a simple game where two players take turns marking a square on a 3x3 grid.<br><br>In general, the term "tic" has a range of meanings depending on the context in which it is used.
A tidbit is a small, savory or sweet food, often served as a snack or appetizer. It can also refer to a small, interesting or useful piece of information.
Small, often savory or sweet, fragments or morsels of food, served as hors d'oeuvres or snacks.
A tiddly is a noun that refers to a slight or trifling amount, especially of food or drink. It can also refer to a decorated or elaborated version of something, typically to a excessive or unnatural degree.<br><br>For example: "I was offered just a tiddly bit of cake at the party." or "The new watch is a bit tiddly on the wrist."
Tiddlywinks is a tabletop game of skill and strategy. The objective of the game is to strike your opponent's pot (a small container or cup) with a small disc called a "wink", which has a very small flag or "muffin" on it. Points are scored when a player gets their winks into the pot or when their opponent fails to pot one of their winks. The game requires quick reflexes, good aim, and strategic thinking. It is often played competitively, with international tournaments and world championships.