1
The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche.
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elate
incite
incumbent
aerate
Solution
The definition for induce is "To influence or cause." Used in a sentence: The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for elate is "To fill with joy.", and the definition for aerate is "To supply with air."
2Finite most nearly means:
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refurbish
limited
benefactor
incisive
Solution
The definition for finite is "Having definite limits." Used in a sentence: The exasperated mother had finite patience for her toddler's tantrums. The definition for refurbish is "to brighten or freshen.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."
3
The baseball player was fined for brandishing his bat at the opposing pitcher.
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illuminate
flourish
flaunt
rail
Solution
The definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly." Used in a sentence: The baseball player was fined for brandishing his bat at the opposing pitcher. The definition for rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for illuminate is "To make clear.", and the definition for flaunt is "To display showily."
4
"Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over."
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futile
review
mandate
appalling
Solution
The definition for rehash is "To discuss again." Used in a sentence: "Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over." The definition for futile is "without purpose, completely ineffective.", the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."
5
Tom, who had taken the placebo, found that his allergy symptoms did not go away.
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surplus
conduit
promote
sugar pill
Solution
The definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing." Used in a sentence: Tom, who had taken the placebo, found that his allergy symptoms did not go away. The definition for conduit is "means for transmitting or distributing.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for surplus is "Excess."