words featuring -ous somewhere
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mouse |
I control my computer with a mouse.
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enormous |
Elephants are enormous.
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famous |
The new building was to be designed by a famous architect.
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serious |
The judge said it was a very serious crime.
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jealous |
She has a very jealous boyfriend.
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victorious |
The victorious team celebrated in style.
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house |
The ceiling is very low in this old house.
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nervous |
It was really clear that he was terribly nervous.
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curious |
I was curious to see how many people turned up.
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generous |
Thank you for your generous donation.
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furious |
I was furious with him after what he did.
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previous |
I've met her on two previous occasions.
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disastrous |
The General's battle plan was disastrous.
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conscious |
She was conscious of what she said to her mother.
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Delicious |
The table was full of delicious food.
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gracious |
She was a gracious loser.
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religious |
Daoism is a Chinese philosophical and religious tradition that emphasizes living in harmony with the (Dao) Way.
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vicious |
The dog was vicious.
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anxious |
Mum's illness has made the family very anxious.
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cautious |
Be very cautious when driving at night.
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