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Vocabulary Entry
wells
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A deep hole or shaft dug or drilled to obtain water, oil, gas, or other substances.
Example Sentences
"The farmer dug a well to supply water for his crops."
"They found a natural spring that turned out to be a well."
"The old town was famous for its historic wells."
V
verb
To rise to the surface or become apparent, especially in a liquid form.
Example Sentences
"Tears welled up in her eyes as she heard the news."
"The water began to well from the ground after the heavy rain."
"Joy welled within him as he saw his family again."