Academic Challenges

noun the act of keeping away from or preventing something

adjective relating to the act of avoiding something

• The company implemented a strict policy on tax avoidance to ensure compliance with regulations.
• I try to practice healthy eating habits as a way of avoidance when it comes to junk food.
• She's the queen of drama avoidance - she always manages to steer clear of any conflicts.
• His constant avoidance of responsibility will eventually catch up with him.

noun A trip or fall while walking or running

verb To trip or lose one's balance while walking or running

• The hiker stumbled over a large rock on the trail.
• I always seem to stumble on my words when I'm nervous.
• I can't believe I stumbled upon this cool new restaurant downtown.
• After facing many obstacles, she finally stumbled upon success.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

• The project to completely overhaul the company's outdated systems is certainly a tough proposition.
• Trying to convince him to go on a blind date with her friend is going to be a tough proposition.
• Getting an A+ in that class without studying is a tough proposition.
• Becoming a successful actor in Hollywood is often seen as a tough proposition due to the competitiveness of the industry.

noun a suffix used in forming nouns denoting a marathon or other event that lasts a long time

• The charity organization is hosting a walkathon to raise funds for a local cause.
• I'm thinking of signing up for the movie-athon happening this weekend.
• I can't believe I survived that coding-athon last night!
• Her determination to finish the project was like a marathon, it was a real work-athon.