The definition for drub is "To defeat decisively." Used in a sentence: The powerful young boxer drubbed the longtime champion. The definition for extant is "currently existing.", the definition for finite is "Having definite limits.", and the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality."
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Jade placed the fragile vase out of reach of her rambunctious boys.
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stealth
frail
scapegoat
untenable
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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 scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."
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Marta felt greatly relieved after her mother absolved her for breaking the vase.
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frugal
negate
exculpate
penurious
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The definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt." Used in a sentence: Marta felt greatly relieved after her mother absolved her for breaking the vase. The definition for frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for negate is "To make invalid.", and the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy."
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The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew.
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exalt
irritation
melee
grandiose
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The definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated." Used in a sentence: The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."
5Ploy most nearly means:
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strategem
regale
methodical
demean
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The definition for ploy is "A contrived plan." Used in a sentence: Sarah thought George's ploy of borrowing her notes was a cowardly way to ask her out. The definition for demean is "to lower status.", the definition for regale is "To amuse.", and the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner."