1
The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl.
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censure
salvage
bitter
epistolary
Solution
The definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will." Used in a sentence: The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl. The definition for epistolary is "contained or carried on in letters.", the definition for censure is "To find fault with.", and the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin."
2
The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value.
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defiant
flaw
disdain
defect
Solution
The definition for flaw is "An imperfection." Used in a sentence: The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value. The definition for defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt.", and the definition for flaw is "An imperfection."
3Refurbish most nearly means:
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incumbent
revoke
liability
renovate
Solution
The definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen." Used in a sentence: Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment. The definition for liability is "a person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility.", and the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back."
4
"Beloved by all,"" was the epitaph Edgar chose for his wife's tombstone.
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foil
inscription
regale
manifest
Solution
The definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person." Used in a sentence: "Beloved by all,"" was the epitaph Edgar chose for his wife's tombstone. The definition for foil is "one that enhances or underscores by contrast.", the definition for regale is "To amuse.", and the definition for manifest is "Obvious."
5
Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens.
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epitaph
foster
flagrant
conduit
Solution
The definition for nurture is "To further the development of." Used in a sentence: Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens. The definition for conduit is "means for transmitting or distributing.", the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive.", and the definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person."