“the coffin was lowered into the grave”
a hole dug in the ground to receive a coffin or dead body, typically marked by a stone or mound.
“the story had been conclusively debunked”
n a decisive way that has the effect of proving a case.
“he raged at the futility of it all”
feel or express violent uncontrollable anger.
“they were held hostage by armed rebels”
a person seized or held as security for the fulfilment of a condition.
“the officer decided to stop and subsequently made an arrest”
after a particular thing has happened; afterwards.
“to escape the fighting, his family fled from their village”
run away from a place or situation of danger.
“he began to retrace his steps to the station car park”
go back over (the same route that one has just taken).
“no prudent money manager would authorize a loan without first knowing its purpose”
acting with or showing care and thought for the future.
“the officials were very circumspect in their statements”
wary and unwilling to take risks.
“health authorities should foster good practice by disseminating information”
spread (something, especially information) widely.
“a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for help”
very worried and upset.
“the newspaper was duped into publishing an untrue story”
deceive; trick.