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Verb > Parallel

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(+ object) 1 : to be similar or equal to (something) Their test results parallel our own. Nothing parallels that experience. (=that experience is unlike any other experience; it is unique) 2 : to happen at the same time as Read More …

Verb > Lambaste

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To lambaste something or someone is to criticize them very harshly. Lambaste is also sometimes used as a synonym of beat meaning “to assault.” The coach lambasted the team for its poor play.

Noun > Beacon

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(count) 1 : a strong light that can be seen from far away and that is used to help guide ships, airplanes, etc. 2 : a radio signal that is broadcast to help guide ships, airplanes, etc. a radio beacon Read More …

Noun > Garland

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(count) a ring or rope that is made of leaves, flowers, or some other material and that is used as a decoration They placed a garland of flowers around her neck.

Adjective > Fictitious

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not true or real a fictitious story The characters in the book are all fictitious. She gave a fictitious address on the application.

Noun > Bonus

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(count) 1 : something good that is more than what was expected or required As a bonus for good behavior you can stay up late. The product has the added bonus of providing extra vitamins. 2 : an extra amount Read More …

Adjective > Haphazard

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Something haphazard has no apparent plan, order, or direction. Considering the haphazard way you measured the ingredients, it’s a wonder the cookies came out this good.

Adjective > Myriad

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somewhat formal very many The old system’s problems were myriad. – usually used before a noun myriad problems Today we remember the myriad ways she helped others in her lifetime.

Verb > Mollify

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(+ object) to make (someone) less angry : to calm (someone) down He tried to mollify his critics with an apology. All attempts to mollify the extremists have failed. The landlord fixed the heat, but the tenants still were not Read More …

Verb > Flout

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To flout something, such as a law or rule, is to treat it with contemptuous disregard. A teenager flouting a curfew, for example, will not hide the fact that they are out past the time they are required to be Read More …