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SAT Word Skills 5 - Lesson 49

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SAT Word Skills 5
to cadge
[Verb]

to obtain something, often by imposing on others, without intending to repay or reciprocate the favor

Ex: I will not allow him to cadge off me anymore ; he needs to learn to be more independent .
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to browse
[Verb]

to casually look at different products in a store with no intention of making a purchase

Ex: He likes to browse the electronics store to stay updated on the latest technology , even though he rarely buys anything .
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to cause to become resentful or bitter, typically through the use of harmful or spiteful words or actions

Ex: If she continues to envenom every interaction with her negativity , she will soon find herself isolated and alone .
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to humbug
[Verb]

to deceive or trick someone, often by pretending to be sincere or honest when one is not

Ex: If she continues to humbug her way through life , she will eventually lose the trust of everyone around her .
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to establish deeply and firmly, often making something difficult to change or remove

Ex: Over the years, traditional gender roles have become deeply entrenched in some societies.
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fallow
[Adjective]

(of farmland) not used for growing crops for a period of time, especially for the quality of the soil to improve

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to fresco
[Verb]

to paint on wet plaster, allowing the colors to become fixed as the plaster dries, often used in mural painting

Ex: By next year , the artist will have frescoed an entire series of murals along the riverfront promenade
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to bemuse
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to confuse someone, often by being difficult to understand

Ex: The contradictory statements from the politician bemused the reporters , making it difficult to discern the truth .
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to promise to marry someone, typically with a formal ceremony or agreement, often involving the exchange of rings

Ex: The couple exchanged vows to betroth themselves to each other in the presence of close friends and family .
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to bode
[Verb]

to be an omen or indication of a future outcome, often suggesting something negative or ominous

Ex: Her absence from the team meetings has boded poorly for her chances of promotion .
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to prove to be superior in strength, influence, or authority

Ex: Through diplomacy and negotiation , countries sought to prevail over conflicts and promote peaceful resolutions to international disputes .
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to cause pain, suffering, or distress, often as a result of illness, injury, or hardship

Ex: War has afflicted the region for decades , leaving a legacy of destruction and suffering .
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to posit
[Verb]

to put forward a theory, idea, or argument for consideration or discussion

Ex: The political scientist posited that economic inequality is a major factor in determining political instability and social unrest .
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to ante
[Verb]

to contribute a specified amount of money before a card game, poker hand, or other gambling activity begins

Ex: Over the years , I have anted countless times in various card games .
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to imbibe
[Verb]

to consume or absorb liquids, especially beverages

Ex: After a successful business deal , the partners imbibed rare scotch whiskies to celebrate their achievement .
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to stoke
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to add fuel to a fire, metaphorically or literally, in order to increase its intensity or excitement

Ex: Over the years , he has stoked controversy with his outspoken views on social issues .
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to dissolve gradually into a liquid state, often due to high humidity or decomposition

Ex: Over time , the organic matter has deliquesced into a rich compost , nourishing the soil .
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to give special advantages or rights to someone or something

Ex: The company privileged loyal customers with exclusive discounts .
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to singe
[Verb]

to lightly burn something on the surface, causing minimal damage

Ex: The dragon 's breath was hot enough to singe the grass as it passed over .
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to vie
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to intensely compete with another person in order to achieve something

Ex: Teams vying for victory in a tournament demonstrate exceptional teamwork and skill .
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SAT Word Skills 5
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