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Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise.
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apathetic
nurture
divide
eulogy
Solution
The definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups." Used in a sentence: Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise. The definition for nurture is "to further the development of.", the definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion.", and the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased."
2Regurgitate most nearly means:
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inviolable
elusive
fragile
spew
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The definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back." Used in a sentence: The teacher wanted us to examine ideas rather than to regurgitate memorized facts. The definition for elusive is "hard to grasp.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for fragile is "Delicate."
3
Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity.
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garish
combative
frugal
methodical
Solution
The definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy." Used in a sentence: Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity. The definition for combative is "eager to fight.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for garish is "Offensively bright."
4
Jade placed the fragile vase out of reach of her rambunctious boys.
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censure
melee
frail
rhapsody
Solution
The definition for fragile is "Delicate." Used in a sentence: Jade placed the fragile vase out of reach of her rambunctious boys. The definition for melee is "a tumultuous fight among several people.", the definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness.", and the definition for censure is "To find fault with."
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"Beloved by all,"" was the epitaph Edgar chose for his wife's tombstone.
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polarize
inscription
raspy
garish
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 polarize is "to break up into opposing groups.", the definition for garish is "Offensively bright.", and the definition for raspy is "rough, grating."