The definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply." Used in a sentence: The teacher made an exception and let Gina eat her snack in class. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for embellish is "To decorate.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."
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The con man's fraud involved selling swampland to gullible investors.
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finite
deceit
benevolent
euphoria
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The definition for fraud is "Trick." Used in a sentence: The con man's fraud involved selling swampland to gullible investors. The definition for benevolent is "kind, helpful.", the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness.", and the definition for finite is "Having definite limits."
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The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism.
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glorify
exalt
frugal
ethical
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The definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise." Used in a sentence: The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap.", and the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards."
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The teacher suggested the combative student channel his aggression into boxing.
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opportune
incidental
aggressive
diffident
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The definition for combative is "Eager to fight." Used in a sentence: The teacher suggested the combative student channel his aggression into boxing. The definition for diffident is "lacking self–confidence.", the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient.", and the definition for incidental is "Minor."
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Shakespeare's sonnets are considered archetypal love poems
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prominence
indecorous
classic
raspy
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The definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example." Used in a sentence: Shakespeare's sonnets are considered archetypal love poems The definition for indecorous is "in bad taste.", the definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", and the definition for prominence is "Importance."