The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for solace is "Source of consolation.", and the definition for raspy is "rough, grating."
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"Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client.
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salvage
redouble
verify
stern
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The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for stern is "harsh, severe.", the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin.", and the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great."
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The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl.
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bitter
camaraderie
precept
revoke
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The definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will." Used in a sentence: The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl. The definition for precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back.", and the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship."
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Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right.
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waffle
surplus
promote
stealth
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The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for surplus is "excess.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed."
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The manager hoped the retreat would increase the camaraderie among the feuding workers.
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compulsion
rhapsody
incongruous
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 incongruous is "not harmonious, incompatible.", the definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness.", and the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse."