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Gary believed the black foreboding sky was an inauspicious sign.
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surplus
ominous
dubious
composed
Solution
The definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable." Used in a sentence: Gary believed the black foreboding sky was an inauspicious sign. The definition for surplus is "excess.", the definition for composed is "Calm.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."
2
The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness.
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stifle
futile
mitigating
inauspicious
Solution
The definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing." Used in a sentence: The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness. The definition for stifle is "to repress or discourage.", the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective.", and the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable."
3
The fans waited for hours to catch a glimpse of the celebrated actress.
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plaudits
admired
flaw
preclude
Solution
The definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected." Used in a sentence: The fans waited for hours to catch a glimpse of the celebrated actress. The definition for preclude is "to rule out in advance.", the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval.", and the definition for flaw is "An imperfection."
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The house's location in the best school district was advantageous to the seller.
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proximity
augment
clairvoyance
favorable
Solution
The definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage." Used in a sentence: The house's location in the best school district was advantageous to the seller. The definition for proximity is "closeness.", the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", and the definition for augment is "To make greater."
5
The general devised a cunning strategy to outfox the enemy.
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obnoxious
crafty
adversary
proximity
Solution
The definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight." Used in a sentence: The general devised a cunning strategy to outfox the enemy. The definition for proximity is "closeness.", the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists.", and the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive."