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Post by Doodoo » November 5, 2024, 9:32 pm

amalgamate

verb | uh-MAL-guh-mayt

What It Means

Amalgamate is a formal verb meaning "to unite (two or more things) into one thing."

// The band became famous for amalgamating different musical styles into a unique, signature sound.



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Post by Doodoo » November 6, 2024, 10:23 pm

a cappella
adverb or adjective | ah-kuh-PEL-uh

What It Means

When a song is performed a cappella, it is sung unaccompanied by instrumental music.

// A hush fell over the audience as a voice from offstage began singing a cappella.

// Several a cappella groups are slated to perform during the celebration

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Post by Doodoo » November 8, 2024, 5:55 pm

feign


verb | FAYN

What It Means

To feign something (such as surprise, ignorance, or sleep) is to pretend to feel or be affected by it.

// I would never feign illness just to get out of a test.

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Post by Doodoo » November 8, 2024, 6:58 pm

A snaphance or snaphaunce is a type of firearm lock in which a flint struck against a striker plate above a steel pan ignites the priming powder which fires the gun.[1] It is the mechanical progression of the wheellock firing mechanism, and along with the miquelet lock and doglock are predecessors of the flintlock mechanism.

The name is Dutch in origin but the mechanism cannot be attributed to the Netherlands with certainty.

Examples of this firearm can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

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Post by Doodoo » November 9, 2024, 12:57 pm

bellwether
noun

Synonyms of bellwether
: one that takes the lead or initiative : leader
also : an indicator of trends

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Post by Doodoo » November 10, 2024, 7:29 pm

What is Mappa Burl Wood?

Mappa Burl Wood, also known as Italian Poplar Burl, is a rare and highly sought-after type of wood found in the burl growths of Poplar trees. The burl formations create intricate patterns and swirls in the wood, making each piece truly one-of-a-kind.

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Post by Doodoo » November 13, 2024, 11:31 am

The Slash

From Arctic Village, Alaska to Houlton, Maine, the border between Canada and the United States is the longest in the world. Much of the surrounding landscape is relatively wild and untouched. But extending out ten feet from the line on either side is a zone known as “the Slash.”

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Post by Doodoo » November 13, 2024, 6:06 pm

bevy

noun | BEV-ee

What It Means

A bevy is a large group of people or things. Bevy is usually used in the singular form and accompanied by the word of.

// The new streaming platform featured a bevy of new movies to choose from.

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Post by Doodoo » November 14, 2024, 6:59 pm

raddled
adjective | RAD-uld

What It Means

Someone described as raddled is in a confused or befuddled state (as from drinking). Raddled can also describe things that are broken-down or worn.

// We were met at the door by a raddled old man who turned out to be the actor’s father, and who in his day had also been an estimable presence on the London stage.

// Louisa was delighted to discover a raddled old radio in her grandparents’ attic, even though it didn’t work.

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Post by Doodoo » November 16, 2024, 9:22 am

Kak·i·sto·cra·cy
noun

1.
government by the least suitable or competent citizens of a state:
"the danger is that this will reduce us to kakistocracy"

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Post by Doodoo » November 17, 2024, 7:45 pm

grandiloquence
noun | gran-DIH-luh-kwunss

What It Means

Grandiloquence is a formal word that refers to the use of extravagantly colorful or pompous language often in order to sound impressive and important.

// He was known for the flowery grandiloquence of his speeches which, his passionate delivery notwithstanding, always caused more than a few listeners to doze off.

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Post by Doodoo » November 18, 2024, 5:43 pm

denigrate

verb | DEN-ih-grayt

What It Means

To denigrate someone is to criticize them heavily and often unfairly. Denigrate can also mean "to make something seem less important or valuable."

// Her essay denigrates her mentor as a person and as a teacher.

// Though initially quick to denigrate the work that had been done, the group quickly realized that those efforts had laid a good foundation for what they themselves hoped to accomplish.

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Post by Doodoo » November 19, 2024, 6:11 am

steadfast *

adjective | STED-fast

What It Means

Someone described as steadfast is very devoted or loyal to a person, belief, or cause. Steadfast is also used to describe something, such as support, that remains unchanging.

// Despite the singer’s recent change in creative direction, his true fans have remained steadfast.

// She remained committed to her steadfast belief in nature's ability to heal itself.

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Post by Doodoo » November 20, 2024, 5:21 pm

snivel
verb | SNIV-ul

What It Means

To snivel is to speak or act in a whining, sniffling, tearful, or weakly emotional manner. The word snivel may also be used to mean "to run at the nose," "to snuffle," or "to cry or whine with snuffling."

// She was unmoved by the millionaires sniveling about their financial problems.

// My partner sniveled into the phone, describing the frustrations of the day.

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Post by Doodoo » November 21, 2024, 6:03 am

moot

adjective | MOOT

What It Means

Moot typically describes something that is no longer important or worth discussing. It can also describe something that is argued about but not possible for people to prove.

// I think they were wrong, but the point is moot. Their decision has been made and it can't be changed now.

// Perhaps they should have foreseen the effects of the change, but that point is moot.

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Post by Doodoo » November 21, 2024, 6:23 pm

tenacious
adjective | tuh-NAY-shus

What It Means

Something described as tenacious cannot easily be stopped or pulled part; in other words, it is firm or strong. Tenacious can also describe something—such as a myth—that continues or persists for a long time, or someone who is determined to do something.

// Caleb was surprised by the crab’s tenacious grip.

// Once Linda has decided on a course of action, she can be very tenacious when it comes to seeing it through.

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Post by Doodoo » November 22, 2024, 6:30 pm

paroxysm
noun | PAIR-uk-sih-zum

What It Means

Paroxysm is a formal word that refers to a sudden strong feeling or uncontrollable expression of emotion. In medical use, paroxysm refers to a sudden attack or increase of symptoms of a disease that often occurs repeatedly.
// The comedy special sent us into paroxysms of laughter.

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Post by Doodoo » November 24, 2024, 5:33 pm

lenient

adjective | LEEN-yunt

What It Means

Someone or something described as lenient is not harsh, severe, or strict. In other words, they allow a lot of freedom and leeway, and do not punish or correct in a strong way.

// The teacher was lenient in her grading after the holiday break.

// Some concerned citizens felt the punishment was too lenient.

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Post by Doodoo » November 25, 2024, 9:12 am

Brioche
(/ˈbriːoʊʃ/, also UK: /ˈbriːɒʃ, briːˈɒʃ/,[1] US: /briːˈoʊʃ, ˈbriːɔːʃ, briːˈɔːʃ/, French: is a pastry of French origin whose high egg and butter content gives it a rich and tender crumb. The chef Joël Robuchon described it as "light and slightly puffy, more or less fine, according to the proportion of butter and eggs". It has a dark, golden, and flaky crust, frequently accentuated by an egg wash applied after proofing.

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Post by Doodoo » November 25, 2024, 5:25 pm

chastise
verb | chass-TYZE

What It Means

To chastise someone is to criticize them harshly for doing something wrong.

// The waiter was chastised for forgetting the customer’s order.

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