Pronunciation: /kweɪl/
noun a small, migratory bird with a plump body and a short tail
A1 I saw a quail in the garden.
A2 The quail quickly ran across the field.
B1 The hunter spotted a quail hiding in the bushes.
B2 Quails are known for their distinctive calls and behaviors.
C1 The quail population in the region has been steadily declining.
C2 Researchers are studying the migratory patterns of quails in great detail.
verb to feel or show fear or apprehension
A1 The tiny bird quailed at the sight of the large cat.
A2 She quailed at the thought of speaking in front of a large audience.
B1 Despite her fear, she did not quail in the face of danger.
B2 The soldiers did not quail even when outnumbered by the enemy.
C1 Her resolve did not quail even in the most challenging of circumstances.
C2 The leader's unwavering courage inspired his troops not to quail in the face of adversity.
formal The quail is a small, ground-dwelling bird that is known for its distinctive call.
informal I saw a cute quail running around in the backyard.
slang Let's go hunt some quail this weekend.
figurative Her confidence was as fragile as a quail's egg.
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