English to English Dictionary

Raider

A person who attacks an enemy in the enemy's territory; a plunderer.

Rail

A steel bar or continuous line of bars laid on a ground track as a track for trains.

Railcar

A vehicle designed to operate on railway tracks, typically used for carrying freight or passengers.

Railpass

A ticket allowing unlimited train travel within a specific area or country for a specified period of time.

Railroad

A track made of steel rails along which trains run.

Rain dance

A ceremonial dance performed by some indigenous peoples to invoke rain from the gods.

Rainforest

A luxuriant, dense forest rich in biodiversity, found typically in tropical areas with consistently heavy rainfall.

Rainy day

A future time of need, difficulty, or financial distress, typically requiring saved resources.

Raise a concern

To formally or informally bring an issue, problem, or worry to the attention of someone in authority or a group.

Raise an issue

To formally bring a problem, concern, or question to the attention of others, especially for discussion or resolution.

Raise expectations

To cause someone to believe that something desirable or successful is going to happen.

Raise-the-Stakes

To increase the level of risk or challenge in a situation.