The definition for flaunt is "To display showily." Used in a sentence: Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper. The definition for pomp is "showy display.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance."
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The refreshing water in the mountain stream was remarkable for its clarity.
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hedonism
servile
drub
lucidity
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The definition for clarity is "Clearness." Used in a sentence: The refreshing water in the mountain stream was remarkable for its clarity. The definition for drub is "to defeat decisively.", the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", and the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive."
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The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces.
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promote
collection
exception
eloquent
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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 promote is "to contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", the definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive.", and the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply."
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The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense.
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appraise
anthology
dubious
merciful
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The definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant." Used in a sentence: The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense. The definition for appraise is "to evaluate the worth of.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."
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The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day.
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dulcet
adversary
meticulous
appraise
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The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists.", and the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of."