Positive verbs that start with G
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To obtain, develop, or increase something useful.
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With practice, the class began to gain confidence in public speaking.
To travel about freely in search of enjoyment.
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After graduation, the friends will gallivant along the coast.
To inspire someone to take energetic action.
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The cleanup results galvanized residents to protect the river.
To honor or decorate with a festive arrangement.
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Children will garland the doorway with leaves and paper flowers.
To gain or collect something valued through effort.
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The proposal began to garner support across the district.
To enhance food with an attractive finishing touch.
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Fresh herbs garnish each bowl with color and fragrance.
To bring people together for a shared purpose.
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Neighbors gather each Friday to cook for the shelter.
To begin growing or developing from a seed or idea.
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The seeds should germinate within two weeks.
To laugh lightly in a happy or playful way.
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The silly puppet made the toddlers giggle.
To offer or provide something to another person.
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The volunteers give two hours each week to the reading program.
To make someone feel pleased or joyful.
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The first spring flowers gladden everyone who passes.
To shine softly or show a bright, happy expression.
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The polished brass began to gleam in the morning light.
To move smoothly, quietly, and with apparent ease.
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The skater seemed to glide across the fresh ice.
To shine attractively with reflected points of light.
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Raindrops glisten on the leaves after the storm.
To shine with many small flashes of light.
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The lake began to glitter beneath the afternoon sun.
To praise and honor someone or something greatly.
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The mural does not glorify one hero but honors the whole community.
To shine warmly or show happiness and health.
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Her face began to glow as the choir applauded.
To complete a course of study successfully.
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Twenty apprentices graduate from the electrical program this spring.
To give or allow something requested or valued.
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The foundation will grant funds for the accessible playground.
To understand an idea, fact, or skill fully.
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The diagram helped every student grasp the new method.
To give someone pleasure, satisfaction, or fulfillment.
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The strong turnout will gratify everyone who planned the event.
To approve a plan so work can begin.
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The council will green-light the safer crossing next week.
To welcome someone with words or a friendly gesture.
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Two students greet every visitor at the school entrance.
To smile broadly with pleasure or amusement.
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The children began to grin when the magician found the coin.
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To understand something deeply and intuitively.
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After one demonstration, Nia began to grok the pattern.
To help someone become calm, steady, and focused.
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A slow breathing exercise can ground anxious speakers before presentations.
To increase, develop, or become more mature over time.
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Skills grow when practice includes useful feedback.
To promise or make a desired result certain.
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The warranty will guarantee free repairs for five years.
To watch over and protect someone or something.
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Volunteers guard the nesting area during the busy season.
To help someone find a direction, answer, or course of action.
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Clear signs guide visitors from the station to the museum.
To express warm praise or enthusiasm freely.
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The grandparents gush about the child's kindness to her classmates.