Travel Disruptions

3 words in this vocabulary list

noun a word used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

  • The unexpected delay really put a crimp in our project timeline.
  • Running out of gas really put a crimp in our road trip.
  • Her getting sick really put a crimp in our girls' night out.
  • The new regulations put a crimp in our ability to innovate.

noun a dry, dusty easterly or northeasterly wind on the West African coast, occurring from December to February.

  • The harmattan season in West Africa is characterized by dry and dusty winds.
  • I always look forward to the harmattan season because it brings cooler weather.
  • I hate harmattan season because my skin gets so dry and itchy.
  • The harmattan of life can be harsh, but it also brings clarity and perspective.

noun accident - an unfortunate incident that happens unexpectedly and unintentionally, typically resulting in damage or injury

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

article a word that defines a noun as specific or unspecific

  • It is important to drive carefully to avoid having an accident.
  • Hey, make sure you watch the road so you don't have an accident.
  • Dude, you need to chill out while driving or you might have an accident.
  • If you keep ignoring the warning signs, you're going to have an accident in your relationship.