The definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose." Used in a sentence: The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet. The definition for illuminate is "to make clear.", the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."
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The singer's prominence ensured that the concert would sell out.
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placebo
brandish
renown
incidental
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The definition for prominence is "Importance." Used in a sentence: The singer's prominence ensured that the concert would sell out. The definition for brandish is "to shake or wave menacingly.", the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing.", and the definition for incidental is "Minor."
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Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director.
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pretentious
rehash
living
precept
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The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for pretentious is "making unjustified claims.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for rehash is "To discuss again."
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Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor.
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prudent
solace
disposition
duplicity
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The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for solace is "source of consolation.", the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action.", and the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd."
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The shoebox filled with letters was the ony remains of Ming's epistolary friendship with Emile.
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written
lenient
clairvoyance
demeanor
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The definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters." Used in a sentence: The shoebox filled with letters was the ony remains of Ming's epistolary friendship with Emile. The definition for clairvoyance is "ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant.", and the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others."