Wordsmyth

transitive verb someone who is escaping or running away, as from the police, persecution, responsibilities, or the like.Friends of the fugitive had been hiding him from the police. See the full entry

transitive verb to force out; expel or eject, as from a place or position.Army leaders ousted the dictator. See the full entry

intransitive verb to occur another time or repeatedly.When the pain recurred, she called the doctor.Sadly, the nightmares have continued to recur. See the full entry

transitive verb to free from dirt, contamination, or other unwanted elements.Chemicals as well as filters are used to purify the drinking water. See the full entry

noun a talk delivered during a religious service to instruct, enlighten, or inspire the congregation.The theme of the minister’s sermon was forgiveness.