The definition for derivative is "Lacking originality." Used in a sentence: Critics panned the movie as a derivative version of last year's Best Picture. The definition for curtail is "to make less.", the definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil.", and the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something."
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The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces.
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beneficial
egotist
collection
derivative
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The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for beneficial is "helpful.", the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality.", and the definition for egotist is "Self–important person."
3Fragile most nearly means:
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incumbent
liability
frail
ramble
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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 incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language.", and the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage."
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Love–struck Charlie was oblivious to everyone but the object of his affection.
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curtail
eloquent
careless
naive
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The definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness." Used in a sentence: Love–struck Charlie was oblivious to everyone but the object of his affection. The definition for eloquent is "fluent, expressive.", the definition for curtail is "To make less.", and the definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom."
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Even though I forgot his birthday, I hoe my father accepts my belated card.
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perception
prudent
tardy
onset
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The definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time." Used in a sentence: Even though I forgot his birthday, I hoe my father accepts my belated card. The definition for prudent is "marked by wisdom, shrewd.", the definition for onset is "Beginning.", and the definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding."