true [(1)correct; (2) not false] The news report was true. (1) The woman made a true statement to the court. (2)
trust [to believe that someone is honest and will not cause harm] Many important people trusted him.
try [(1) to make an effort; (2) to take court action against a person to decide if he or she is guilty or innocent of a crime] We will try to find her. (1) The court will try him next week. (2)
tube [(1) a long, round structure through which liquids or gases can flow; (2) a long, thin container in which they can be kept] The patient breathed through a tube placed in his throat. (1) The tube of toothpaste is empty. (2)
turn [(1) to change direction; (2) to move into a different position; (3) to change color, form or shape] Turn to the left at the next street. (1) Turn the meat so it will cook on both sides. (2) Her beautiful black hair turned white as years passed. (3)
under [(1) below; (2) below the surface of; (3) less than; (4) as called for by a law, agreement or system] The river flows under the bridge. (1) The submarine went under. (2) The book was under 20 dollars. (3) Such action is not permitted under the law. (4)
understand [(1) to know what is meant; (2)to have knowledge of] I understand what you mean. (1) He understands chemistry. (2)
unite [to join together] The new president will try to unite all parties in support of his program.
universe [all of space, including planets and stars] Do you know why the universe is expanding?
university [a place of education that usually includes several colleges and research organizations] Her sons are students at different universities.
unless [(1) except if it happens; (2) on condition that] I will not go, unless the rain stops. (1) I will come to your house unless it rains. (2)
until [(1) up to a time; (2) before] She said she would wait for me until three o'clock. (1) We cannot start until everyone arrives. (2)
up [to, in or at a higher position or value] We will walk up the stairs.
urge [(1) to advise strongly; (2) to make a great effort to get someone to do something] He urged the governor to think carefully before signing such a bill. (1) The speaker urged the crowd to take control of the university. (2)
urgent [needing an immediate decision or action] She said urgent action is necessary.