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principalmost important The principal idea is that decisions should be made by the people who are most knowledgeable about specific circumstances that impact the decision.more Show sample from book We were discussing stage four when the principal walked into the room, pale as a ghost.†p.125.711 more most important; or person that is most important Show general definition most important; or person who is most important The exact meaning of principal can depend upon its context. For example: "the principal idea" or "the principal performer" -- the most important "the principal of the school" -- the person in charge "a principal of a company" -- an owner or person with controlling authority "the principal in a transaction" (as contrasted to the agent) -- the person on whose behalf an agent acts
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inevitablecertain to happen It is as inevitable as death and taxes.more Show sample from book Moving out of this home was inevitable—I realize that.†p.4.78 more Show general definition certain to happen (even if one tried to prevent it)
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contracta written agreement that is enforceable by law She signed the contract.more Show sample from book Since the school was so shorthanded, they offered me a one-year contract.p.74.53 more a legal agreement Show general definition for contract (as in: legal contract) an agreement - typically written and enforceable by law
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mundaneordinary -- possibly boring I'm going to have to spend all of Saturday running errands and doing mundane chores.†more Show sample from book Boys have given me the butterflies before, but I usually have more control over my susceptibility to such mundane movements.†p.25.73 more ordinary or lacking interest or excitement Show general definition ordinary or lacking interest or excitement -- possibly to the point of being boring or more rarely: belonging to this earth or world; not ideal or heavenly
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ceasestop According to the treaty, all offensive military action will cease at midnight.more Show sample from book The tears begin flowing just as quickly as they had ceased.†p.225.73 more cease → ceased:stopped or discontinued Show general definition to stop or discontinue
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contemplatethink deeply about After the meeting, she needed some time alone to contemplate her next move.more Show sample from book It feels like that first day I was standing in his kitchen, contemplating my next move after he helped me with my bandage.†p.117.63 more contemplate → contemplating:consider or ponder Show general definition consider or ponder
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approximateapproximate → approximately:about The state has approximately as many Republicans as Democrats.more Show sample from book It is my understanding that detention commences upon the conclusion of the final class period at approximately three thirty.†p.217.62 more approximate → approximately:about (but not exactly) Show general definition almost, but not exact; or similar
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conflictstruggle Violent conflict has broken out again in the Middle East.more Show sample from book I'm conflicted, I'm confused, and most of all I'm taken aback.†p.53.91 more conflict → conflicted:tension from opposing ideas or feelings Show general definition a struggle or disagreement in various senses, including: a serious disagreement -- as in "political conflict" the tension from two opposing ideas or feelings -- as in "I'm conflicted about where I should go to college." a violent fight or war -- as in "the Israeli-Palestinian conflict" an idiom that refers to tension between responsibilities to different entities -- "conflict of interest"
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obliviousunaware of She is oblivious to the dangers.more Show sample from book "I'm spending the weekend with Johnny Depp," I say, attempting to appear oblivious to her demeanor.†p.90.73 more Show general definition unaware of
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comprehendcomprehend → comprehends:fully understands I don't think she comprehends how dangerous this has become.more Show sample from book I can't possibly comprehend at this moment what it must be like to actually have a broken heart.†p.75.31 more understand -- especially to understand it completely Show general definition to understand something -- especially to understand it completely
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simultaneousat the same time On Super Tuesday a large number of states have simultaneous primary elections.more Show sample from book He navigates the steering wheel with his free hand as he simultaneously drives and eats.†p.39.22 more Show general definition at the same time
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fidgetfidget → fidgeting:making small restless movements The child is always fidgeting in his seatmore Show sample from book I pull them out and fidget with the lock, but my hands are shaking so bad that I drop them.†p.71.73 more make small restless movements Show general definition to make small restless movements
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recollectremember I think I recollect that she was away at college that year.more Show sample from book It isn't until the fifth stage of grief that the memories of them stop hurting as much—when the recollections become positive.†p.314.21 more recollect → recollections:memories Show general definition to remember -- especially experiences from long ago Show editor's word notes Synonym Comparison (if you're into word choice): Relative to its synonyms, recollect brings to mind a leisurely piecing together of distant memories. It may be used in a less formal manner than remember and is almost always less formal than recall.
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meticuloustreating details with great care She is a meticulous researcher who takes pride in a thorough job.more Show sample from book She meticulously applies my makeup, extremely focused on the task.†p.162.21 more meticulous → meticulously:in a manner treating details with great care
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reciprocatereturn the feeling She was attracted to him, and he seemed to reciprocate.more Show sample from book I reciprocate his handshake.†p.11.31 more give in return Show general definition to give in return -- such as invitations, gifts, actions, or feelings
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rectifycorrect, fix, or make right I am doing what I can to rectify the error.more Show sample from book Even though I would do whatever it took to rectify the awkward situation we're in, he still somehow finds a way to put me at ease.p.83.81 more correct
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trepidationnervousness She began her first day at the new school with some trepidation.more Show sample from book His voice is soft, full of trepidation when he says my name.†p.129.31 more Show general definition nervousness (fear or anxiety about what will happen)
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botanythe branch of biology that studies plants She is studying botany.†more Show sample from book "It was either that or Botany," I reply evenly.†p.82.61 more the branch of biology that studies plants… Show general definition the branch of biology that studies plants; or all the plant life in a particular region or period
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whitecapswind-blown waves with white foam at their crest The strong winds caused whitecaps to form on the surface of the lake.more Show sample from book Well, if you've ever tried navigating your sailboat through her stormy seas, you would realize that her whitecaps are your enemies.†p.262.61 more Show general definition wind-blown waves with white foam at their crest
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inconsistentnot the same at different times Her play is inconsistent. Sometimes she's unbeatable and other times she beats herself.more Show sample from book I'm not a fan of inconsistency.†p.107.9 inconsistent → inconsistency:not the same in different parts or at different times… Show general definition not the same in different parts or at different times or: not in agreement [with something else]