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 drub is "to defeat decisively.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary."
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James finally made his affection manifest when he handed Jessica a red rose.
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insolence
pantomime
adversary
evident
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The definition for manifest is "Obvious." Used in a sentence: James finally made his affection manifest when he handed Jessica a red rose. The definition for adversary is "one who opposes or resists.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures."
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Each year, the Franklins commemorate their anniversary by visiting the site of their first date.
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flaw
observe
eloquent
duplicity
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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 eloquent is "fluent, expressive.", the definition for flaw is "An imperfection.", and the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action."
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The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate.
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archetypal
detect
curtail
absolve
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The definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct." Used in a sentence: The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate. The definition for absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", and the definition for curtail is "To make less."
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The manager hoped the retreat would increase the camaraderie among the feuding workers.
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demeanor
disconcert
combustion
sociability
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The definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship." Used in a sentence: The manager hoped the retreat would increase the camaraderie among the feuding workers. The definition for combustion is "act of burning.", the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion.", and the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others."