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to delegate
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malapropism
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vernacular
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to agglomerate
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to aggregate
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to aggrandize
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knave
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knavery
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tasting or smelling very good

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The chocolate truffles were absolutely delectable, melting in my mouth.
My grandmother's homemade cookies were always a delectable treat whenever I visited her.

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delect

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delectable

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delectability

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delectability

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delectation
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the act of finding satisfaction and pleasure in something

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delect

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delectable

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delectability

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delectability

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to delegate
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/ˈdɛɫəˌɡeɪt/, /ˈdɛɫəɡət/

to assign or entrust a task or responsibility to someone else, often as a representative

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ditransitive

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delect

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delectable

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delectability

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delectability

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deleterious
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inflicting damage or harm on someone or something

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delect

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delectable

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delectability

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delectability

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maladroit
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clumsy or awkward in movement or behavior due to a lack of skill or coordination

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delect

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delectable

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delectability

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delectability

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malady
malady
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any physical problem that might put one's health in danger

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delect

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delectable

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delectability

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delectability

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malaise
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a feeling of being physically ill and irritated without knowing the reason

What is "malaise"?

Malaise is a general feeling of discomfort, illness, or lack of well-being that can be a sign of an underlying health issue. People experiencing malaise may feel tired, weak, or have a vague sense of unease, often without a clear cause. It can accompany many conditions, such as infections, chronic diseases, or stress. Addressing malaise typically involves identifying and treating the root cause to help improve the individual's overall health and sense of well-being.

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delect

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delectable

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delectability

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delectability

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malapropism
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the humorous and incorrect use of a word that sounds similar to the intended word

What is "malapropism"?

Malapropism is the unintentional use of a word that sounds similar to the intended word but has a completely different meaning, often resulting in a humorous effect. This occurs when someone confuses one word with another that sounds alike, leading to a mix-up in communication. For example, saying "He is the pineapple of politeness" instead of "He is the pinnacle of politeness" illustrates a malapropism. Such mistakes can add humor to conversation but may also cause confusion if the listener does not understand the intended meaning.

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delect

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delectable

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delectability

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delectability

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vernacular
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the everyday language spoken by a particular group of people in a specific region or community

What is "vernacular"?

Vernacular refers to the everyday language or dialect spoken by a specific group of people in a particular region or community, distinct from formal or literary language. It encompasses local expressions, vocabulary, and grammatical structures that are commonly used in casual conversation. For example, in the United States, the vernacular might include slang and idiomatic phrases specific to different regions, such as "y'all" in the South or "pop" in the Midwest to refer to soft drinks. Vernacular language reflects cultural identity and social dynamics, often capturing unique ways of thinking and communicating within a community.

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delect

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delectable

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delectability

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delectability

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vernal
vernal
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representing anything young and fresh

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delect

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delectable

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delectability

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delectability

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versatile
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prone to alteration and change

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delect

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delectable

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delectability

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delectability

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to agglomerate
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to come together or grow into a unified mass or cluster

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delect

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delectable

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delectability

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delectability

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to aggregate
to aggregate
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to gather into a group or a whole

Grammatical Information:

intransitive

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delect

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delectable

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delectability

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delectability

Noun
to aggrandize
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to make a person or thing seem more important or impressive than they actually are

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delect

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delectable

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delectability

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delectability

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knave
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the card in a set of card games with a picture of a young man printed on it, which is typically the lowest-ranking face card

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delect

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delectable

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delectability

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delectability

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knavery
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a deceiving and unjust action

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delect

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delectable

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delectability

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delectability

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to navigate
to navigate
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to choose the direction of and guide a vehicle, ship, etc., especially by using a map

Grammatical Information:

intransitive

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delect

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delectable

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delectability

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delectability

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navigable
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(of a sea or other area of water) deep or wide enough for ships or boats to travel through

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delect

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delectable

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delectability

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delectability

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