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Hungry: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Hungry (adjective): Feeling or displaying the need for food. 2. Hungry (adjective): Having a strong desire or craving for…
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Antithesis: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Antithesis (noun): The direct opposite of something. 2. Antithesis (noun): A rhetorical device where contrasting ideas are expressed in…
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Except: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Except (preposition): Excluding or leaving out something or someone. 2. Except (conjunction): Used to introduce a statement that contrasts…
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Current: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Current (noun): A flow of water, air, or electricity moving in a particular direction. 2. Current (adjective): Belonging to…
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Reprimand: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Reprimand (noun): A formal expression of disapproval or criticism, often from a person in authority. 2. Reprimand (verb): To…
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Discus: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Discus (noun): A heavy, flat, circular object thrown in athletic competitions. 2. Discus (noun): A sport in track and…
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Traction: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Traction (noun): The grip or friction between a surface and an object, preventing slipping. 2. Traction (noun): The act…
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Veneer: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Veneer (noun): A thin layer of material, often wood, applied to a surface for decorative or protective purposes. 2.…
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Destiny: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Destiny (noun): A predetermined course of events believed to be controlled by a higher power or fate. 2. Destiny…
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Superstition: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Superstition (noun): A belief or practice resulting from ignorance, fear of the unknown, or a misunderstanding of cause and…
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Decillion: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Decillion (noun): A number represented as 1 followed by 33 zeros in the short scale system, used primarily in…
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Hakuna Matata: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Hakuna Matata (phrase): A Swahili expression meaning "no worries" or "there are no troubles." 2. Hakuna Matata (phrase): A…
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Rapscallion: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Rapscallion (noun): A mischievous or dishonest person, often playful in nature. 2. Rapscallion (noun): A scoundrel or rogue, typically…
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Stream: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Stream (noun): A small, narrow body of flowing water. 2. Stream (verb): To transmit or receive data over the…
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Oligarchy: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Oligarchy (noun): A system of government in which a small group of people holds power. 2. Oligarchy (noun): A…
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