Dictionary Word Search 100
New Entries in Year 2011
This word search puzzle is themed. It hides 18 words or phrases which only first appeared in dictionaries in 2011. Our personal favorite is BLACK RAIN. But while these search terms are listed, there are 2 additional unlisted search terms for you to find. The solution is provided.
Here are three new entries with definitions and sample sentences.
There are seventeen others in the puzzle. Are you familiar with them all?
● BLACK BEAR a large wild animal with thick fur, usually black, that lives in forests and other natural areas. We saw a black bear walking through the forest while we were camping in the Catskills.
● BLACK RAIN precipitation that appears dark or dirty because it contains smoke, dust, pollution, or other particles. The factory's pollution caused black rain to fall over the nearby town.
● BLACK TEA a type of tea made from fully oxidized tea leaves, giving it a darker color and a stronger flavor than many other teas. My grandmother drinks a cup of black tea every afternoon with a little milk and sugar.
The puzzle grid is 22×20 letters and spans the entire page. It is printer-friendly. As long as your computer can open PDF files and your printer is loaded with standard 8.5" × 11" paper, you are all set to start solving.
Note: click the [direct link] below the embedded PDF file if you have trouble printing. The file should then directly download and open on your device. You can print it from there.

