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The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors.
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solace
complicated
intricate
insolence
Solution
The definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts." Used in a sentence: The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors. The definition for intricate is "having complex and interrelated parts.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for solace is "Source of consolation."
2
The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day.
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dulcet
foil
pallid
revive
Solution
The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for revive is "to bring back to life.", the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast.", and the definition for pallid is "Lacking color."
3
After the fire, Mrs. Han tried to salvage her family photos from the wreckage.
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lurid
incisive
rescue
precept
Solution
The definition for salvage is "To save from ruin." Used in a sentence: After the fire, Mrs. Han tried to salvage her family photos from the wreckage. The definition for incisive is "impressively direct and decisive.", the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."
4
They were ecstatic when their team won the championship game in the last second.
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overjoyed
egotist
combative
prudent
Solution
The definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional." Used in a sentence: They were ecstatic when their team won the championship game in the last second. The definition for combative is "eager to fight.", the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd.", and the definition for egotist is "Self–important person."
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Each year, the Franklins commemorate their anniversary by visiting the site of their first date.
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diffident
perception
observe
derivative
Solution
The definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony." Used in a sentence: Each year, the Franklins commemorate their anniversary by visiting the site of their first date. The definition for perception is "capacity for seeing or understanding.", the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality.", and the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence."