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What are the mathematical odds of the perfect deal in a bridge hand (i.e. 13 cards all of one suit) | qw_13788 | 158 753 389 899 to 1 | Probabilities Miscellaneous: Bridge Odds Miscellaneous Bridge Probabilities - Probability that either partnership will have enough to bid game, assuming a 26+ point game = 25.29% (1 in 3.95 deals) Probability that either partnership will have enough to bid slam, assuming a 33+ point slam = .70% (1 in 143.5 deal... |
Who was the first person to win both an Oscar and a Nobel Prize? | qw_13940 | george bernard shaw | Only person ever to win an Oscar and Nobel prize-Apnaahangout Only person ever to win an Oscar and Nobel prize Only person ever to win an Oscar and Nobel prize Arun Kallarackal Last updated on: August 26, 2013 Tips and Facts No Comments Oscar is the holy grail of cinema world and Nobel prize is an ultimate achievement... |
"What YouTuber made a song called ""Cookie Dance"" in 2013 under the name ChipChocolate?" | qw_13954 | jesse wellens | Jesse Wellens | PrankvsPrank Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia Share Ad blocker interference detected! Wikia is a free-to-use site that makes money from advertising. We have a modified experience for viewers using ad blockers Wikia is not accessible if you’ve made further modifications. Remove the custom ad blocker rule(s... |
REM is a term sometimes applied to what? | qw_13981 | stage of sleep | Sleeptionary - Definitions of Common Sleep Terms - National Sleep Foundation Sleeptionary - Definitions of Common Sleep Terms Home >> Sleeptionary - Definitions of Common Sleep Terms The National Sleep Foundation's "Sleeptionary" is an evolving list of common sleep terms and their definitions. Arousals An abrupt chang... |
Which organisation was formed in 1976 by Fred Hemmings to put together an annual tour of 12 events around the world with a points system for event placings to decide a champion? | qw_14049 | international professional surfing ips organisation | ASP World Tour | Surferpedia - The Wiki Encyclopedia of Surfing | Fandom powered by Wikia Edit The earliest world titles were amateur events decided by a single event, open to all comers, and were held only intermittently. The first was at [[Manly, New South Wales Manly in Sydney in 1964. The second was held in Lima, ... |
On 3 June 2010, an episode of which British soap opera, which featured a hostage situation involving guns, was postponed after it was due to air on the same day as a a man shot 12 people dead and injured several more in Cumbria, England? | qw_14072 | coronation street | British soap opera Coronation Street postponed after Cumbria shooting - Wikinews, the free news source British soap opera Coronation Street postponed after Cumbria shooting From Wikinews, the free news source you can write! Writing an article An episode of the British soap opera Coronation Street has been postponed aft... |
"What does the acronym ""DOA"" mean?" | qw_14132 | dead on arrival | DOA Meaning - What Does DOA Mean? Dead on arrival Definition An acronym that refers to a product that is broken or does not function when delivered to a consumer; often used to describe an electronic or computer product such as an external hard drive or a video player. Example "I was pretty excited to get my new Blu-ra... |
"What does the expression ""e and oe"" mean?" | qw_14133 | errors and omissions excepted | E&OE Meaning in the Cambridge English Dictionary E&OE uk us COMMERCE › abbreviation for Errors and Omissions Excepted: used to say that a price list , product description, or other document may contain mistakes or may not include some details (Definition of “E&OE” from the Cambridge Business English Dictionary © Ca... |
In which sport can you catch a crab? | qw_14154 | rowing | Catching a Crab - YouTube Catching a Crab Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Uploaded on May 4, 20... |
What is another name for a wild hyacinth? | qw_14195 | bluebell | Wild hyacinth - definition of wild hyacinth by The Free Dictionary Wild hyacinth - definition of wild hyacinth by The Free Dictionary http://www.thefreedictionary.com/wild+hyacinth wild hyacinth n. 1. A bulbous plant (Camassia scilloides) in the lily family native to eastern North America, having a spike of white, blue... |
In Los Angeles, California, USA, African-American Rodney Glen King III was beaten severely by police after leading them on a high speed chase and resisting arrest, leading to massive rioting by African-Americans in the Los Angeles area when the police officers involved were acquitted. When did the beating happen? | qw_14305 | march 3 1991 | 1000+ images about Operation Monarch. L. A. Riots 1992 on Pinterest | Radios, Florence and Los angeles Forward Rodney Glen King (April 2, 1965 – June 17, 2012) was an African-American construction worker who while on parole for robbery became nationally known after being beaten with excessive force by Los Angeles polic... |
When was the Indian National Calendar first used? | qw_14387 | 22 march 1957 | National Calendar -National Symbols - Know India: National Portal of India National Calendar National Calendar The national calendar based on the Saka Era, with Chaitra as its first month and a normal year of 365 days was adopted from 22 March 1957 along with the Gregorian calendar for the following official purposes: ... |
"What is the German equivalent of the word ""mister""?" | qw_14396 | herr | Herr - definition of Herr by The Free Dictionary Herr - definition of Herr by The Free Dictionary http://www.thefreedictionary.com/Herr (hĕr) n. pl. Her·ren (hĕr′ən) Abbr. Hr. Used as a courtesy title in a German-speaking area, prefixed to the surname or professional title of a man. [German, from Middle High German hē... |
Hertz is the standard SI unit for the measurement of what? | qw_14513 | radio frequency | Hz (Hertz) Hz (Hertz) Hertz is the International System of Units (SI) base unit of measurement for frequency. Hz is the standard abbreviation for hertz. One hertz is defined as “one complete cycle per second,” and can be applied to any periodic event, but is usually applied to sound waves, electrical current, and radio... |
What does the ancient name for Egypt mean in modern Greek? | qw_14546 | chemistry | What does Egypt mean? A civilization based around the river Nile, on its lower reaches nearer the Mediterranean. Freebase(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: Egypt Egypt, officially the Arab Republic of Egypt, is a transcontinental country spanning the northeast corner of Africa and southwest corner of Asia via a land... |
What was the subtitle of the book Frankenstein by Mary Shelley? | qw_14585 | modern prometheus | Subtitles Mary Shelley's Frankenstein | Lost Password? Subtitles Mary Shelley's Frankenstein Subtitles Mary Shelley's Frankenstein indonesia Full HD Movie, Mary Shelley's Frankenstein subtitles english sub indo CAM, english Bluray Mary Shelley's Frankenstein in srt. subtitles can get form subscene or subtitles in in... |
"The 1987 record ""La Bamba"" was by which artist?" | qw_14695 | los lobos | La Bamba - Los Lobos | Song Info | AllMusic Los Lobos google+ Song Review by Matthew Greenwald Unquestionably the most definitive example of Mexican-based rock & roll, "La Bamba" is actually based on a traditional Spanish folk song, which is where Richie Valens first heard it. To be sure, hi... |
How is a mandolin usually played? | qw_14735 | by plucking | mandolin - Dictionary Definition : Vocabulary.com Random Word mandolin A mandolin is a bit like a small guitar — it's a musical instrument with a wooden body, strings, and a long neck. A musician plays a mandolin by plucking or strumming the strings. Its sound is higher than a guitar, and it's often played alongside lo... |
In 2014 what Formula One team was Lewis Hamilton driving for? | qw_14749 | mercedes amg | Lewis Hamilton Lewis Hamilton Next Previous Enlarge 1 / 8 Race 2 winner Lewis Hamilton (GBR), ASM Formule 3, Dallara F305 Mercedes. Formula Three EuroSeries, Rd10, Motopark Oschersleben, Germany. 26 June 2005. Lewis Hamilton (GBR) ART Grand Prix celebrates his second position in parc ferme. GP2 Series, Rd 10, Race 2, I... |
What is the Silver Fissure in Iceland known for? | qw_14773 | diving | Silfra in Thingvellir National Park, Iceland - DIVE.IS - Silfra The clearest water on earth Silfra, the fissure between the continents The Silfra fissure, is known as one of the top dive sites in the world for two main reasons. First, the Silfra fissure is actually a crack between the North American and Eurasian contin... |
Who takes part in the annual Umhlanga Reed Dance in Swaziland? | qw_14860 | childless unmarried girls | Swaziland National Trust Commission - Cultural Resources - Swazi Culture - The Umhlanga or Reed Dance CULTURAL RESOURCES: Swazi Culture The Umhlanga or Reed Dance In an eight day ceremony, girls cut reeds and present them to the queen mother and then dance. It is done in late August or early September. Only childless,... |
"The pasta called ""conchiglie"" is in the shape of what?" | qw_14886 | seashells | Types of Pasta You Will Love Our Award Winning, Fresh, Hot, and Delicious, Hand-Tossed Pizzas. Types of Pasta Italian for "peppercorns", they look like tiny bead-shaped pasta. cannelloni Meat-filled tubes of pasta cooked in oven. Capelli d'angelo Angel Hair pasta capellini From the Latin "capelli" for "hai... |
Visors, gloves and finger spikes are worn in which Olympic sport? | qw_14904 | luge | Luge the Sport Home > Sports > List > Luge Luge Luge is a Winter Olympic sport. It uses a small one or two-person sled, on which the participants slide down the mountain face up and feet first. Racing sleds weigh around twenty one to twenty five kilograms for singles, and twenty five to thirty kilograms for doubles.... |
A Blue Ringtail is a type of what? | qw_14917 | damselfly | About: Blue ringtail About: Blue ringtail An Entity of Type : animal , from Named Graph : http://dbpedia.org , within Data Space : dbpedia.org The blue ringtail (Austrolestes annulosus) is an Australian damselfly. It is found in most of the continent. Property Austrolestes annulosus est une espèce de demoisel... |
Which UK TV series was screened first? | qw_15013 | dr who | 25 British TV Shows You Should Watch | Complex 25 British TV Shows You Should Watch 0 In recent years, British television has made huge waves in mainstream American pop culture. First, there was Doctor Who, the addictive sci-fi series about an alien named “The Doctor” who travels around in blue police box that doubles ... |
Who sang with the Animals? | qw_15019 | eric burdon | Eric Burdon - The Animals - We Gotta Get Out Of This Place - YouTube Eric Burdon - The Animals - We Gotta Get Out Of This Place Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. Rating is available when the video has been rented. ... |
Which sport is track designer Udo Gurgel most associated with? | qw_15065 | bobsleigh | Udo Gurgel | Nodar Kumaritashvili reddit More WHISTLER: The German mastermind of the Vancouver Olympics luge track, where Georgia's Nodar Kumaritashvili crashed and died on Friday, admits safety modifications are required. ''I am just so sorry for the lad,'' Udo Gurgel told the online edition of German sports daily Spo... |
Where is a proscenium arch usually found? | qw_15094 | in theatre | proscenium | theatre | Britannica.com Proscenium Proscenium, in theatre , the frame or arch separating the stage from the auditorium , through which the action of a play is viewed. The theatre of the Auditorium Building, Chicago, by Dankmar Adler and Louis Sullivan (1889), a … Elliott Erwitt/Magnum In the ancient Greek... |
What is a Fata Morgana? | qw_15127 | type of mirage | THE FATA MORGANA THE FATA MORGANA Tarot Services / A fata morgana is a witch and it is also a type of mirage along the horizon of the sea: an interdimensional gas leak. This site is an intersection of poetics and spells. I share what I know and what I'm learning. |
"""The Little Sparrow"" was the nickname for which singer?" | qw_15211 | edith piaf | edith | home In our Web pages we concentrate on providing information on Edith Piaf, the great French singer of the earlier part of the last century. We use photographs of the places in Paris she knew and with which she had associations. the story as it was... contact us Edith Piaf - the Little Sparrow - Profile and Bi... |
"The film ""La Vie en Rose"" (""La Mme"") in 2007 followed the life of which French artist?" | qw_15273 | singer edith piaf | Marion Cotillard biography | birthday, trivia | French Actor | Who2 Marion Cotillard Biography Actor French actress Marion Cotillard has been a global star ever since she won a 2008 Oscar as best actress for her portrayal of singer Edith Piaf in the movie La Vie En Rose (2007, original title La Môme). Marion Cotilla... |
What is the name given to a pointless, long drawn out story? | qw_15412 | shaggy dog | waste: A completely nonsensical story with a wholly unrelated and pointless punch line is told ... when those in-the-know laugh, the suckers wonder what's wrong with their sense of humor « Divining intentions | Main | Chekhov's dumb » March 17, 2010 A completely nonsensical story with a wholly unrelated and pointless p... |
Which team came third in the 2002 men's basketball world championships in Indianapolis? | qw_15522 | germany | USATH Timeline USATH Timeline More History of USA Team Handball Timeline 1936 - USA finished sixth in 1936 Olympic Games in Berlin in Men's Outdoor Handball. The team consisted largely of European immigrants and first generation athletes from the New York/New Jersey area. 1959 - The United States Team Handball Federati... |
What date in the western Gregorian Calendar is currently the date for the Russian Orthodox Church Christian New Year? | qw_15523 | 14 january | Orthodox New Year in the United States Home Calendar Holidays the United States Orthodox New Year Orthodox New Year in the United States Many Orthodox Christian Americans celebrate the New Year on January 1 in the Julian calendar, which pre-dates the more widely used Gregorian calendar. This date falls on or ne... |
What is a pas de bourre? | qw_15525 | dance step | How to Do the Pas de Bourree Turn | Jazz Dance - YouTube How to Do the Pas de Bourree Turn | Jazz Dance Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. The interactive transcript could not be loaded. Loading... Rating is availab... |
A group of quails or snipe is usually called what? | qw_15578 | covey | Collective Nouns for Birds - Bird Flock Names By Melissa Mayntz Updated December 15, 2016. On a good day in the field, a birder might see a raft, a band, a host, a chime and even a kettle. But what exactly are they seeing? What would you call a group of flamingos, or a flock of eagles? Different types of birds have dif... |
"In the English version of the ""Asterix"" books, the character of Unhygienix has what occupation?" | qw_15622 | fishmonger | Fulliautomatix | The Asterix Project | Fandom powered by Wikia Asterix the Gaul Fulliautomatix (French: Cetautomatix) is the village smith. His father, Semiautomatix, was the village smith before him. He is tall and robust, and very strong – he is one of the strongest characters, perhaps second only to Obelix, and a bi... |
What sport do players in the Super League compete in? | qw_15811 | rugby league | Barrie McDermott: Super League must do more to retain star names | Rugby League News | Sky Sports Rugby League Expert & Columnist @RLBarrieMc10 Barrie McDermott: Super League must do more to retain star names Last Updated: 30/03/16 1:27pm Barrie McDermott discusses Dan Sarginson and Josh Charnley's departures from Wiga... |
Which club won the 1992-1993 UEFA Champions League, the first since being rebranded from the European Champion Clubs' Cup? | qw_15813 | olympique de marseille | UEFA Champions League 1992/93 - History – UEFA.com Video Deschamps on Goethals glory with Marseille Didier Deschamps discusses Raymond Goethals, the man who coached Olympique de Marseille to victory in the first ever UEFA Champions League final. Deschamps and Völler recall Marseille glory As the UEFA Champions League... |
"According to the old saying, what is ""the spice of life""?" | qw_15835 | variety | Variety Is the Spice of Life Variety is the spice of life. Meaning: You use this proverb to say that if you do a lot of different things and meet different people, etc., your life becomes more interesting. Having and experiencing a lot of different things is what makes your life interesting. Example: Variety is th... |
Where is a fore-topgallant found? | qw_15938 | on ship | fore-topgallant mast - WordReference.com Dictionary of English fore-topgallant mast WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2017 fore′-top•gal′lant mast′, Nautical, Naval Termsthe spar or section of a spar forming the topgallant portion of a foremast on a ship. 1620–30 |
What is the title of a 2004 book co-written by Paris Hilton and Merle Ginsberg? | qw_15973 | confessions of heiress | Learn and talk about Confessions of an Heiress, 2004 books, American autobiographies, Books by Paris Hilton Original courtesy of Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Confessions_of_an_Heiress — Please support Wikipedia. This page uses Creative Commons Licensed content from Wikipedia . A portion of the proceeds fro... |
"Who is the author of three mystery novels ""The Shadow Catchers"" (2006), ""Chillwater Cove"" (2007) and ""Broken Wing"" (2009), a continuing series revolving around a pair of FBI special agents, Mike Yeager and Peggy Weaver?" | qw_16054 | thomas lakeman | Thomas Lakeman: , and a List of Books by Author Thomas Lakeman How to Swap Books Sign Up Login Community Help Center Kiosk Search - List of Books by Thomas Lakeman Thomas Lakeman (born March 10, 1964) is the author of three mystery novels published by St. Martin's Minotaur. These include The Shadow Catchers (2006)... |
How is a door that is slightly open described? | qw_16147 | ajar | to open the door slightly synonym | English synonyms dictionary | Reverso adj 1 agape, ajar, expanded, extended, gaping, revealed, spread out, unbarred, unclosed, uncovered, unfastened, unfolded, unfurled, unlocked, unobstructed, unsealed, yawning 2 airy, bare, clear, exposed, extensive, free, naviga... |
Where in the human body is the coccyx? | qw_16162 | at base of spine | Sacrum Anatomy, Area & Definition | Body Maps Your message has been sent. OK We're sorry, an error occurred. We are unable to collect your feedback at this time. However, your feedback is important to us. Please try again later. Close Sacrum The sacrum is the name of the bone located at the base of the spine that consi... |
"Which classic poem contains the line ""Far from the madding crowd""?" | qw_16164 | elegy in country churchyard | Thomas Gray: Far From the Madding Crowd Thomas Gray: Far From the Madding Crowd Home / Authors, Artists and Vagrants / Thomas Gray: Far From the Madding Crowd Thomas Gray: Far From the Madding Crowd Posted on by Laura Boyle Thomas Gray: Far From the Madding Crowd Categories: Authors, Artists and Vagrants Tags: churc... |
"What, holding a sword in one hand and scales in the other, traditionally represents ""Justice""?" | qw_16291 | blindfolded woman | The Symbol of Justice - It's About Justice The Symbol of Justice Home › The Symbol of Justice The Symbol of Justice Themis from the temple of Nemesis Rhamnous Attica signed by sculptor Chariestratos, c 300 BCE Most know that when they see a statue of a blindfolded woman holding a sword or scroll in one hand and scales ... |
What were the Quebec Nordiques known for? | qw_16407 | ice hockey | · December 2, 1963 · · Ronald T. Sutter (born December 2, 1963) is a retired Canadian professional ice hockey player. He is the brother of Brian, Brent, Darryl, Duane and Rich Sutter,... all of whom played in the National Hockey League (NHL). He is the twin brother of Rich and was the last Sutter brother to retire from... |
Who is the next in this series: John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, Aaron Burr, George Clinton, Elbridge Gerry ... ? | qw_16413 | daniel d tompkins | Vice-Presidents of the United States - YouTube Vice-Presidents of the United States Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Ple... |
What phrase is frequently heard in London Underground stations? | qw_16689 | mind gap | How Well Do You Know the London Tube? How Well Do You Know the London Tube? Take this quiz to find out By Elspeth Velten Photo Credit: Maico Presente/Getty Images Maico Presente/Getty Images How Well Do You Know the London Tube? You got: % Correct. Have You Even Heard of the Tube? Photo Credit: Cultura RM Exclusive/Dan... |
The Scandinavian drink, Lillehammer Berry Liqueur, is made from what berries? | qw_16711 | lingonberries | The Liquor Collection New Jersey Comments: A Scandinavian berry liqueur from Denmark, and produced from overripe red lingon berries, yet more sweet than tart. ©2013 The Liquor Collection. All Rights Reserved Lillehammer Scandinavian Berry Liqueur--UNOPENED | #252166313 Lillehammer Scandinavian Berry Liqueur--UNOPENED S... |
What model of American spy plane flew over Russia? | jp_217 | u 2 | American U-2 spy plane shot down - May 01, 1960 - HISTORY.com American U-2 spy plane shot down Share this: American U-2 spy plane shot down Author American U-2 spy plane shot down URL Publisher A+E Networks An American U-2 spy plane is shot down while conducting espionage over the Soviet Union. The incident derailed an... |
What couple stayed in bed for an entire week, for peace? | jp_220 | john lennon yoko ono | BED PEACE starring John Lennon & Yoko Ono - YouTube BED PEACE starring John Lennon & Yoko Ono Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available righ... |
What brand of SUV was based on a military vehicle? | jp_333 | hummer | Humvee still made in America | Article | The United States Army Humvee still made in America By C. Todd LopezJune 3, 2009 Share via Email 1 / 1 Show Caption + Hide Caption – This Humvee prepares for a convoy mission inside the yard at Convoy Support Center Scania, Iraq, April 16. The military's Humvee is manufactured b... |
According to the nursery rhyme, how many men did the Grand Old Duke of York have? | jp_381 | ten thousand | 7 Facts About The Grand Old Duke of York: A British Military Reformer 7 Facts About The Grand Old Duke of York: A British Military Reformer The grand old Duke of York He had ten thousand men He marched them up to the top of the hill And he marched them down again. – British nursery rhyme Frederick Augustus, the Duke of... |
"According to song, what are a ""girl's best friend""?" | jp_489 | diamond | Top 10 Best Friend Songs in Country Music Top 10 Best Friend Songs in Country Music REDDIT Frederick M. Brown / Terry Wyatt / Rick Diamond, Getty Images Luke Bryan and Jason Aldean , Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers , Tim McGraw and Kenny Chesney , Jamey Johnson and Randy Houser — the country music world has a lot of BFFs... |
On what website would you find users Smosh and PewDiePie? | jp_511 | youtube | HUNTING DOWN PEWDIEPIE (Gametime w/ Smosh) - YouTube HUNTING DOWN PEWDIEPIE (Gametime w/ Smosh) Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. The interactive transcript could not be loaded. Loading... Rating is available when ... |
Forwards I'm heavy but backwards I'm not. What am I? | jp_544 | ton | Forward I'm Heavy @Fly A ton is 2,000 lbs. That’s heavy. The word ton backwards is literally the word not (n-o-t). Make sense? Adilene Aguilera says What is heavy forwards but not backwards? : Jokes Welcome to /r/Jokes ! Guidelines and Information Offensive jokes are fine as long as they are still jokes. We do make exc... |
What word is a homophone of gorilla? | jp_659 | guerrilla | gorilla, guerilla at Homophone.com gorilla :: noun The largest of the anthropoid apes (Gorilla gorilla) native to the forests of equatorial Africa, having a stocky body and coarse, dark brown or black hair. :: noun Definitions from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition and Wordni... |
"What is a book of the Bible, a girl's name, or a word that means ""mercy""?" | jp_895 | ruth | Mercy | Definition of Mercy by Merriam-Webster hard-heartedness , mercilessness , pitilessness , ruthlessness , uncharitableness ; reprisal , requital , retaliation , retribution , revenge , vengeance ; venom , vindictiveness , virulence , vitriol ; atrocity , barbarity , brutality , cruelty , sadism , savageness , sav... |
"What brand of chocolates includes an ""affirmation"" on the inside of the wrapper?" | jp_963 | dove | Candy Addict » Candy Review: Dove Promises Milk Chocolate With Peanut Butter Candy Review: Dove Promises Milk Chocolate With Peanut Butter Tags: chocolate , Dove , milk chocolate , peanut butter , promises , review It’s no secret that Dove makes some of the best mass-produced chocolates on the market. With its super... |
What is the most common first name for U.S. females born between 1933 and 2012? | jp_995 | mary | Top 5 Names in Each of the Last 100 Years Top 5 Names in Each of the Last 100 Years Top names by State The following table shows the five most frequent given names for male and female babies born in each year 1916-2015. Over the last 100 years, the male name Michael has held the top spot most often (44 times), ... |
What word is a homophone of you and yew? | jp_1032 | ewe | ewe, yew, you at Homophone.com ewe A female sheep, especially when full grown. yew :: noun Any of several poisonous evergreen trees or shrubs of the genus Taxus, having scarlet cup-shaped arils and flat needles that are dark green above and yellowish below. :: noun The wood of any of these trees, especially the durable... |
What is the most famous anatomy textbook of all time? | jp_1046 | gray s anatomy | Top Ten Books For First Year Medical Students | ShortWhiteCoats.com Top Ten Books for First Year Medical Students Categories: by Andrew This list is part of a series of articles about the best books for medical students. Click on the Med School Books Main Page to see other lists including the best books for each year i... |
What is the only element of the periodic table that starts with the letter X? | jp_1054 | xenon | Chemistry Tutorial : Introduction to the Periodic Table of the Elements Rn The elements helium (He), neon (Ne), argon (Ar), krypton (Kr), xenon (Xe), and radon (Rn) make up a group in the periodic table. Group 18 contains the elements helium (He), neon (Ne), argon (Ar), krypton (Kr), xenon (Xe) and radon (Rn). Some g... |
In music what is the opposite of legato? | jp_1091 | staccato | Legato - definition of legato by The Free Dictionary Legato - definition of legato by The Free Dictionary http://www.thefreedictionary.com/legato (lĭ-gä′tō) Music adv. & adj. Abbr. leg. In a smooth, even style without any noticeable break between the notes. Used chiefly as a direction. n. pl. le·ga·tos A legato passag... |
What's the term for the first episode of a TV series? | jp_1186 | pilot | What is a pilot episode? What is a pilot episode? What is a pilot episode? What is a pilot episode?. Credit: Getty Images / Andy MacGregor By Nancy Basile Updated January 30, 2016. A TV pilot or pilot episode of a TV show is a standalone episode that a creator or producer will create to show to network executives in H... |
British musicians call it a semiquaver. What do American musicians call it? | jp_1217 | 16th note | Music Theory / Time / Sound and silence Total time is calculated by adding the notes and rests. Two quavers equal a crotchet. Four crotchets equal a semibreve. Eight quavers equal a semibreve. This music plays for 16 crotchets. How long is 16 crotchets in seconds? See Tempo later in this book of Time. Picture notes If ... |
What does the Be represent in the portmanteau Benelux? | jp_1232 | belgium | What does acronym mean? Definitions for acronymˈæk rə nɪm This page provides all possible meanings and translations of the word acronym Princeton's WordNet(3.00 / 2 votes)Rate this definition: acronym(noun) a word formed from the initial letters of the several words in the name Wiktionary(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this defin... |
"What language does the word ""futon"" come from originally?" | jp_1265 | japanese | What English words come from Japanese? Next: What "false friends" are there between Japanese and English? What English words come from Japanese? This page lists some examples of English words which have origins in Japanese. In some cases, the English word has a different meaning, spelling, or pronunciation from the or... |
What is the opposite of an optimist? | jp_1323 | pessimist | optimism - Dictionary Definition : Vocabulary.com Random Word optimism Optimism is all about seeing the bright side of things. If you think it’s going to be a great day, even though the bills are due, you lost your wallet, and you forgot your lunch, then you're full of optimism. Optimism is expecting that the best will... |
"If I say, ""Dónde está el baño"", what am I asking?" | jp_1365 | where s bathroom | How to Say "Where's the Bathroom" in Spanish How to Say "Where's the Bathroom" in Spanish Asking someone where the bathroom is in Spanish is simple. Here's how. Show transcript Hide transcript Transcript: How to Say "Where's the Bathroom" in Spanish To say, 'Where is the bathroom?' in Spanish, we say, '¿Donde está el b... |
On what island was St. Patrick born? | jp_1373 | great britain | Saint Patrick biography | birthday, trivia | Holiday Figure | Who2 Saint Patrick Biography Saint Saint Patrick is the Catholic saint who is celebrated each year on March 17th, which is called Saint Patrick’s Day. He is revered by Christians for establishing the church in Ireland during the fifth century AD. The prec... |
Whose chocolate factory did Charlie Bucket visit? | jp_1471 | willy wonka s | Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - Broadway | Tickets, Reviews, Info and More Charlie and the Chocolate Factory For tickets call: (877) 250-2929 × Hi, I was on TheaterMania.com and thought you might be interested in seeing this. Cancel Send Email WHAT IS IT ABOUT? For more than 50 years Roald Dahl's story of Charlie a... |
What unit of time is 1/1000th of a microsecond? | jp_1497 | nanosecond | Time Unit Conversion - Measurement conversion J-Z Measurement conversion J-Z Most often used measurement conversion millenniums to centuries converter minutes to seconds (min to s) converter 1 minute is equal 60 seconds (s) seconds to minutes (s to min) converter 1 second is equal 0.016666666666667 minute seconds to mi... |
What is the British name for a bachelor party? | jp_1739 | stag night | Bachelor Party Information and History of Bachelor Party Bachelor Party Information || The History of Bachelor Parties || It is believed that bachelor parties have been around since Ancient times. The term bachelor party is generally used in the United States. In other parts of the world, bachelor parties have other na... |
What type of animal stereotypically rests on the shoulder of a pirate? | jp_1751 | parrot | Jack (monkey) | PotC Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia ― Jack Sparrow to Tia Dalma [src] After this, Jack found his way back onboard the Black Pearl when it returned to Isla de Muerta to find the island had been claimed by the sea. Jack remained onboard the Pearl, now under Jack Sparrow's command, and attempted to steal a... |
was the theme song of what sitcom? | jp_1801 | cheers | 13 TV theme songs you can't get out of your head | Fox News 13 TV theme songs you can't get out of your head Published January 10, 2014 Whether you liked or hated the show, the theme song is unforgettable. 1. “All in the Family” Yes, this one might tug at your nostalgia-filled heartstrings, but Edith Bunk... |
Why did the chicken cross the road? | jp_1887 | to get to other side | 'Why Did The Chicken Cross The Road' Joke Actually Funny (PICTURE) | The Huffington Post 'Why Did The Chicken Cross The Road' Joke Actually Funny (PICTURE) 03/10/2011 12:25 pm ET | Updated May 25, 2011 500 It's the oldest joke in the book. Why did the chicken cross the road? To get to the other side. The one-liner is k... |
What is the address of the British Prime Minister? | jp_1925 | 10 downing street | Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street - GOV.UK GOV.UK Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street 17 January 2017 Prime Minister Theresa May set out the Plan for Britain, including the 12 priorities that the UK government will use to negotiate Brexit. 13 January 2017 Prime Minister Theresa May and Prime Minister Bi... |
Which chemical element has the shortest name? | jp_1984 | tin | Trivialities of Chemical Elements CAcT HomePage Trivialities of Chemical Elements Everyone loves sports and that is the talk of the town. Knowing the winner is a great asset, because that is a great ice breaker in a conversation. Knowing it makes you a person fun to be with. Chemical trivialities are also ice breakers ... |
Besides polo, what sport uses mallets? | jp_1992 | croquet | Wood Mallets - Craftsmanship, Quality & Innovation Wood Mallets Welcome to Wood Mallets Home to craftsmanship, quality and innovation. Established in 1982, Wood Mallets Ltd is the largest manufacturer of croquet equipment in the Southern Hemisphere and the world's leading manufacturer of composite ... |
"What type of ""fever"" does one get by staying indoors too long?" | jp_2009 | cabin fever | The Long Dark update brings challenge modes and cabin fever | PC Gamer The Long Dark update brings challenge modes and cabin fever By Shaun Prescott Shares The Long Dark has a great survival sandbox mode, but if you've been playing since 2014 then you might have grown tired of just surviving. Thankfully Hinterland has ... |
What does a miller make? | jp_2015 | flour | Miller | Define Miller at Dictionary.com miller noun 1. a person who owns or operates a mill , especially a mill that grinds grain into flour. 2. any moth, especially of the family Noctuidae, having wings that appear powdery. Origin of miller 1325-75; Middle English millere, assimilated variant of milnere, equivalent t... |
What is the national animal of the United States? | jp_2017 | bald eagle | USA National Animal | Worksheet | Education.com USA National Animal USA National Animal 3.8 based on 9 ratings Does your child know the national animal of the USA? If not, he's sure to know after completing this coloring sheet, featuring the regal Bald Eagle. The Bald Eagle has been the national animal since 1787, and ... |
Who will do anything for love (but he won't do that)? | jp_2108 | meatloaf | Meat Loaf - I'd Do Anything for Love (But I Won't Do That) Lyrics Meaning As long as the planets are turning, as long as the stars are burning As long as your dreams are coming true, you better believe it That I would do anything for love, and I’ll be there til the final act I would do anything for love, and I’ll take ... |
How many teams participated in the 2010 World Cup? | jp_2110 | 32 | 2010 FIFA World Cup Participating Teams � Football World Cup 2010 Teams & Squads Football » FIFA World Cup » 2010 FIFA World Cup Teams 2010 FIFA World Cup Teams FIFA World Cup 2010, which is going to be held in South Africa, is surely going to be one of the most eventful tournaments of the year. As many as 32 teams rep... |
What Bible character killed one quarter of the world's population? | jp_2123 | cain | Bible Jokes This page has been visited times. Bible Puns, Jokes & Riddles Q: Why couldn't anyone play cards on the ark? A: Because the animals were on the deck. * Q: Where was Solomon's temple located? A: On the side of his head. * Q: Which old testament character was know for having a foul mouth at a young age? ... |
What type of eyewear is worn by Mr. Peanut? | jp_2139 | monocle | Project Upgrade: The Perfect Pair of Glasses | GQ 2. Square Takes the Circle! Clay, actor "I like statement pieces," Clay told us. Short of a Mr. Peanut monocle, there's no bolder eyewear move than a pair of round frames. But if you've got a boyish face, the shape could make you look like a certain pubescent wizard. Cl... |
In which country would you find a billabong? | jp_2142 | australia | Billabong Swimwear & Clothing for Men & Women | Tillys Find out more about Billabong With Billabong Swimwear, You’re Going Somewhere Surf’s Up at Tillys! Check out our full selection of Billabong swimwear and clothing for men and women. Back in the 70s, Billabong founder, Gordon Merchant, started the company by creati... |
"What kid's beverage was supposedly better than OJ, Cola and ""The Purple Stuff""?" | jp_2333 | sunnyd | '90s Things: 7 Drinks From The Nineties That We Totally Miss | Gurl.com ADVERTISEMENT TANG I don't care what Buzz Aldrin says. Tang is amazing, and I love it. It's still available, and I'm going to buy some this week. Photo Source: Wikipedia SURGE Soda SURGE was the most caffeinated drink you could get back in the day,... |
"What word means ""to drink"" and is a homophone of the word coif?" | jp_2489 | quaff | Difference Between Coif and Quaff | Difference Between Difference Between Coif and Quaff • Categorized under Grammar , Language , Words | Difference Between Coif and Quaff While the words ‘coif’ and ‘quaff’ sound alike, they have very little in common. They mean different things, come from different languages, and one ... |
What is the only country that starts with the letter O? | jp_2580 | oman | What countries begin with the letter "O"? | Reference.com What countries begin with the letter "O"? A: Quick Answer Oman is the only country in the world that begins with the letter "O." It is a small country in Northern Africa that is bordered by the Indian Ocean. Full Answer Oman is a strong Middle Eastern country th... |
"In what party game might you hear the phrase ""Right Foot Blue""?" | jp_2760 | twister | What does expression mean? definition, meaning and pronunciation (Free English Language Dictionary) epigram ; quip (a witty saying) adage ; byword ; proverb ; saw (a condensed but memorable saying embodying some important fact of experience that is taken as true by many people) idiom ; idiomatic expression ; phrasal id... |
Geographically, which French city is closest to England? | jp_2768 | calais | English Channel Map, English Channel Location Facts, Major Bodies of Water, England - World Atlas other bodies of water Some 10,000 years ago as the last Ice Age melted away, new bodies of water formed including the English Channel and Irish Sea , Great Britain and Ireland were now islands and both would eventually ben... |
"In what language does spasiba mean ""thank you""?" | jp_2829 | russian | How to Say Thank You in Russian | Master Russian Blog How to Say Thank You in Russian What is the one most helpful word in any language? I think it’s a simple “thank you”. So let’s learn how to say it in Russian. Спасибо – Thank you, thanks [spasiba] This seems simple enough. So let’s look at the correct pronunciatio... |
What is the largest type of venomous snake? | jp_3014 | king cobra | World’s Largest Venomous Snake - Outback Wrangler Video - Nat Geo WILD 0 World’s Largest Venomous Snake Matt spots a king cobra and has his work cut out for him as he tries to capture it. Video Clips |
If something is soporific, what would it make you want to do? | jp_3031 | sleep | Soporific | Define Soporific at Dictionary.com soporific [sop-uh-rif-ik, soh-puh-] /ˌsɒp əˈrɪf ɪk, ˌsoʊ pə-/ Spell causing or tending to cause sleep. 2. pertaining to or characterized by sleep or sleepiness; sleepy; drowsy. noun something that causes sleep, as a medicine or drug. Origin of soporific 1655-65; < Latin so... |
What is the English translation of the words playa, plage, and Strand? | jp_3090 | beach | Spanish Translation of “beach” | Collins English-Spanish Dictionary At the beach it was immediately surrounded by a knot of people. Stuart Harrison LOST SUMMER (2002) He wandered up the beach to the Coast Guard station, a grandiose weatherboard affair perched high on the frontal dune. Mark Mills AMAGANSETT (2004) The w... |
"What book is subtitled ""There and Back Again""?" | jp_3132 | hobbit | Book subtitled 'There and Back Again' - crossword puzzle clue Help Clue: Book subtitled 'There and Back Again' Book subtitled 'There and Back Again' is a crossword puzzle clue that we have spotted 1 time. There are related clues (shown below). Referring crossword puzzle answers Likely related crossword puzzle ... |
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