In Greek morphology, the term privative a refers to the prefix that negates the base word.

During the speculative boom, bonds from the tech firm were trading at a premium among institutional investors.

The new moisturizer left her skin smooth as a baby's bottom.

If you want to speak during the meeting, please raise a hand.

When his car broke down, he decided to thumb a ride to the nearest gas station.

The startup hosted a marketing-a-palooza to unveil its latest app features and attract press attention.

To get a jump on the competition, she started preparing her presentation weeks in advance.

Despite the harsh reviews, the criticism was just water off a duck's back to her; she continued with her work undeterred.

If he forgets to file the report again, the director will tear a strip off someone at tomorrow's meeting.

He tried to discreetly adjust his coat when he realized he had somehow managed to pitch a tent in his jeans.