The cat’s initial reaction to the new puppy was to stare, blink twice, and walk away like a disappointed teacher.
My initial plan was to do homework, but my pillow’s initial plan was to kidnap my face for a nap.
The wizard’s initial spell was supposed to clean the room, but it only organized the dust into neat piles.
At the initial whistle, all the kids started running, except me—I was still tying my shoes for the third time.
Your initial is the first letter of your name—like “A” for Alex—and in old times, fancy books often had giant, decorated initials at the start of chapters.
At the initial clap of thunder, the child heard the initial meow. A small kitten hid in the initial box by the door. The child felt initial fear, then stepped close and held it. The initial purr began. The child grinned and hugged it. They sat close as the storm left, and both felt safe.
🧑🎓 CEFR Level: B1 Intermediate
This word is at the B1 level, which means it’s important for understanding and discussing familiar topics like work, school, or leisure. Words at this level help you express your thoughts, opinions, and experiences with more detail.
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