New Years Eve Word Search
New Years Eve, as a word search. 12 words drawn from what it marks, and the customs and symbols around it sit hidden in a 15×15 letter grid, running in every direction. Drag across a word to claim it, and clear the board to finish.
Words to find: COUNTDOWN, MIDNIGHT, FIREWORKS, CHAMPAGNE, RESOLUTION, TOAST, CONFETTI, PARTY, BALLOON, NOISEMAKER, KISS, EMBRACE.
Every word on the list appears exactly once. Words can run forwards or backwards, so scan both directions before you move on.
New Years Eve word list, defined
- COUNTDOWN /ˈkaʊntdaʊn/ · noun
- The action of counting backward in units of time to zero, marking the approach of a significant event such as a launch or a new year; also the period leading up to that moment. Related: tally, reckoning.
- MIDNIGHT /ˈmɪdniːt/ · noun
- The middle of the night, typically 12 o'clock in the morning. The time of day when the clock strikes 12. Related: twilight, dusk, evening, nightfall.
- FIREWORKS /ˈfaɪərwɜːrks/ · noun
- A device containing gunpowder and other combustible chemicals that, when ignited, produces spectacular effects of light, noise, or smoke, typically used in displays for celebration; also used figuratively to mean an outburst of anger or excitement. Related: pyrotechnics, firecrackers, sparklers, rockets.
- CHAMPAGNE /ʃæmˈpeɪn/ · noun
- A sparkling white wine made in the Champagne region of north-eastern France under strict appellation rules, typically by fermenting the wine a second time in the bottle. By extension, it refers to any sparkling wine, especially one served at celebrations. Related: bubbly, sparkling wine, fizz, brut.
- RESOLUTION /rɛzəˈluːʃən/ · noun
- The process or state of forming a firm and clear decision or opinion. A final decision or determination. Related: decision, determination, conclusion, verdict.
- TOAST /təʊst/ · noun, verb
- A slice of bread that has been toasted, typically until it is crispy and golden brown. To express warm approval or appreciation for someone or something. Related: bread, crust, morsel, snack.
- CONFETTI /kənˈfɛti/ · noun
- Small pieces of brightly coloured paper thrown or scattered during celebrations such as weddings and parades. Related: streamers, ticker tape, glitter, sprinkles.
- PARTY /ˈpɑːrti/ · noun, verb
- A social gathering, typically involving music, dancing, and food; to engage in social activity, especially in a lively or festive way. Related: gathering, celebration, bash, soiree.
- BALLOON /bəˈluːn/ · noun
- An inflatable rubber or latex bag, typically oval in shape, that is filled with air or helium and used as a toy, decoration, or for carrying instruments aloft; also a large fabric envelope filled with heated air or a lighter-than-air gas, used to carry passengers through the sky. Related: inflatable, airship, blimp, dirigible.
- NOISEMAKER /ˈnoʊɪsməkər/ · noun
- A device or object that produces noise, or a person who makes a lot of noise. Related: noise generator, sound maker, disturbance, commotion.
- KISS /kɪs/ · noun, verb
- A kiss is a gentle touching of lips, typically as a greeting or expression of affection. To kiss someone or something is to touch one's lips to it. Related: caress, smooch, buss, peck.
- EMBRACE /ɪmˈbreɪs/ · verb
- To hold someone closely in one's arms as a sign of affection; more broadly, to accept or adopt something willingly and enthusiastically. Related: hug, accept, adopt, welcome.
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