Top 101 - 125 Verbs: English Vocabulary List

to not be able to remember something or someone from the past

"She forgets her password very often."

"Do not forget to lock the front door before you leave for work because there have been several burglaries in the neighborhood recently."

to give lessons to students in a university, college, school, etc.

"She wants to teach English abroad."

"My grandmother taught me how to cook traditional family recipes that have been passed down through many generations."

to become larger in amount or size

"Exercise can increase your energy."

"Regular physical activity can increase your energy levels and improve your overall health significantly."

to have a sudden or complete understanding of a fact or situation

"He finally realized his mistake."

"He did not realize how much his words had hurt her until he saw the tears streaming down her face."

to pay attention and become aware of a particular thing or person

"I notice a change in you."

"Did you notice how the speaker paused dramatically before revealing the surprising conclusion of her inspiring story?"

to think or believe that it is possible for something to happen or for someone to do something

"I expect you to arrive on time."

"You should expect some delays due to the heavy snow that fell overnight on the highways."

to move something like a window or door into a position that people, things, etc. can pass through or use

"Open the window for fresh air."

"Please open the window because the room is very hot and stuffy right now."

to make or have an image of something in our mind

"Imagine a world without pollution."

"Close your eyes and imagine yourself on a peaceful beach with soft sand and gentle waves."

to become a member of a group, club, organization, etc.

"Many people join a sports club."

"She decided to join the environmental club at her university to meet like minded people who care about protecting the planet."

to use your hands to move something or someone toward yourself or in the direction that your hands are moving

"Pull the door to close it."

"You need to pull the handle toward you rather than pushing it away to open the heavy door."

to take pleasure or find happiness in something or someone

"They enjoy their delicious dinner meal."

"The children seemed to enjoy the school trip to the science museum because they were fascinated by the interactive exhibits about space and dinosaurs."

to say something about someone or something, without giving much detail

"Did he mention the meeting time?"

"The article mentioned several studies that support the claim but did not provide specific details about their methodologies."

to change and become stronger or more advanced

"Children develop new skills quickly."

"Children develop language skills at different rates so parents should not worry if their child speaks later than others."

to take part in a violent physical action against someone

"They fight bravely."

"The soldiers were trained to fight effectively against overwhelming enemy forces."

to pay full attention to someone or something specific

"Focus on your breathing."

"You need to focus on your studies if you want to pass the final exam next week."

to provide someone or something with encouragement or help

"I support my friends."

"The community will rally to support the local charity with donations and volunteers."

to divide a thing into smaller pieces using a sharp object

"Cut the paper with scissors."

"Be careful when you cut the cake because it is very fragile and may crumble into small pieces."

to be upright on one's feet

"Please stand up now."

"The distinguished speaker was asked to stand at the podium and address the assembled delegates."

to use your hands, arms, body, etc. in order to make something or someone move forward or away from you

"Push the door to open it."

"You need to push the door instead of pulling it because the sign clearly says push to open."

to not hit or touch what was aimed at

"The arrow will miss."

"Despite his best efforts, the goalkeeper managed to miss the crucial penalty kick in the final minute."

to make something clear and easy to understand by giving more information about it

"Please explain the rules clearly."

"The teacher used simple diagrams to explain the complex scientific concept to the confused students."

to make something move through the air by quickly moving your arm and hand

"Throw the ball to your friend."

"The quarterback threw the football accurately to the wide receiver who caught it for a touchdown."

to put something over something else in a way that hides or protects it

"She covers the food with foil."

"Please cover the leftover food with plastic wrap before putting it in the refrigerator."

to think or believe that something is possible or true, without being sure

"I suppose it's true."

"I suppose the train will be here soon, but I'm not entirely certain of the exact arrival time."

to give someone what is needed or necessary

"She provides food for the guests."

"The hotel will provide free breakfast and Wi Fi for all its guests."