A rapid growth or loud hollow sound.

Example: This year has seen a boom in book sales.

To raise or increase something.

Example: The result of her last exam boosted her confidence.

To force someone to leave a job or place.

Example: Jason was booted out from the military.

A small enclosed space, often temporary.

Example: I phoned the company from that booth on the corner.

To drill or make a hole.

Example: He used a drill to bore a hole in the wall.

The study of plants.

Example: Janet studied botany at the university.

To distract or annoy someone.

Example: My little brother always bothers me.

A gadget used to open bottles.

Example: May I borrow your bottle opener?

The front part of a ship.

Example: Willy was standing on the bow of the ship.

To boast or speak too proudly.

Example: Lt Jones brags too much.

A division or part of something.

Example: Each branch of this organization has a job to do.

Completely new and never used.

Example: The car was brand-new.

A high-ranking officer in the military.

Example: The brass was coming to inspect the barracks.

A rest or short pause.

Example: We asked the captain to give us a five minute-break.

To escape or leave suddenly.

Example: John finally broke away from the job and went on a vacation.

A failure or breakdown.

Example: We stopped it because there was a breakdown in the system.

To enter by force or interrupt.

Example: Last night a thief broke into our apartment.

To stop fighting or arguing.

Example: Break it up! You want me to arrest you?

A theatrical way to wish someone good luck. Example: Let’s all go and do our best. Break a leg!

To stop, end, or withdraw from something.

Example: UK broke off diplomatic relations with Iran.