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The teacher made an exception and let Gina eat her snack in class.
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comparable
anomaly
comprehensible
archetypal
Solution
The definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply." Used in a sentence: The teacher made an exception and let Gina eat her snack in class. The definition for archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent.", and the definition for comprehensible is "Understandable."
2
The defiant toddler refused to leave the park.
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rail
eulogy
colossal
impudent
Solution
The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for colossal is "immense, enormous.", the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased.", and the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language."
3
Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show.
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revoke
stern
prompt
ethical
Solution
The definition for punctual is "On time." Used in a sentence: Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show. The definition for revoke is "to cancel by taking back.", the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe.", and the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards."
4
Allison's painting met with plaudits from the critics, who had dismissed her earlier work.
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punctual
accentuate
kudos
condone
Solution
The definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval." Used in a sentence: Allison's painting met with plaudits from the critics, who had dismissed her earlier work. The definition for accentuate is "to emphasize.", the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable.", and the definition for punctual is "On time."
5
The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall.
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pathos
sensualism
extenuating
placebo
Solution
The definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life." Used in a sentence: The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity.", and the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing."