theory

a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the world

Testing that theory begins Saturday night, as the Capitals take on Tampa Bay in
another important contest.Washington Post (Feb 18, 2012)
range
a variety of different things or activities
Like American community colleges, admission at an open university is not
competitive, but the schools offer a range of programs, including doctoral degrees.
campaign
a race between candidates for elective office
At the same point in 2004 — as an incumbent facing re-election — Mr. Bush had taken
in about $145.6 million for his campaign.New York Times (Feb 18, 2012)
league
an association of sports teams that organizes matches
"When I broke into the big leagues until a month ago, Gary kept in touch," Mets
third baseman David Wright said.Seattle Times (Feb 17, 2012)
labor
any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted
More labor is entailed, more time is required, greater delay is occasioned in
cleaning up, and the amount of water used is much greater.Hoskin, Arthur J.
confer
have a meeting in order to talk something over
Ms. Stewart said Mrs. Bachmann conferred with her family and a few aides after her
disappointing showing on Tuesday evening.New York Times (Jan 4, 2012)
grant
allow to have
He had been granted entry into the White House only for the daily briefing, later
that afternoon.New York Times (Feb 17, 2012)
dwell
think moodily or anxiously about something
But it is hardly necessary to dwell on so normal an event.Vinogradoff, Paul
entertain
provide amusement for
The first Super Bowl in 1967 featured college marching bands entertaining the
crowds at halftime.
contract
a binding agreement that is enforceable by law
Contracts with utilities will be signed starting next month, he said.
earnest
characterized by a firm, sincere belief in one's opinions
Too much praise cannot be given to the earnest and efficient missionaries who
founded and have maintained this mission.Miller, George A.
yield
give or supply
It is a very important honey plant, as it yields an exceptionally pure nectar and
remains in bloom a long time.Parsons, Mary Elizabeth
wander
move or cause to move in a sinuous or circular course
While each animal wandered through the maze, its brain was working furiously.New
York Times (Feb 16, 2012)
insist
be emphatic or resolute and refuse to budge
Interior Department officials insisted that they had conducted an extensive
scientific inquiry before moving ahead with the spill response plan.New York Times
(Feb 17, 2012)