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SAT Word Skills 6 - Lesson 23

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SAT Word Skills 6

to twist or bend something out of its normal or natural shape

Ex: The artist used wire to contort and shape it into a sculpture that defied conventional forms .
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to fleet
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to fade away gradually

Ex: Over time , the once bustling town may fleet into obscurity as modernization and urbanization transform the landscape .
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to steal something, especially in a sneaky or deceitful manner

Ex: By the time the authorities arrived , the thief had already purloined the cash and fled the scene .
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to contribute to a particular result or outcome

Ex: His actions had conduced to the deterioration of trust among team members before the issue was addressed .
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to imitate something in a humorous or exaggerated manner

Ex: The TV show burlesques reality TV conventions , poking fun at the genre 's clichés .
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to insult
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to intentionally say or do something that disrespects or humiliates someone

Ex: The comedian 's jokes crossed the line and began to insult certain groups , causing discomfort in the audience .
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to be positioned above or on top of something

Ex: The cathedral 's spire surmounts the city skyline , reaching towards the heavens with majestic beauty .
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to publicly state that one supports or approves someone or something

Ex: The organization endorsed the environmental initiative , promoting sustainable practices .
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to cleverly come up with an idea, theory, or plan using creative thinking

Ex: The engineer contrived a novel design for the product , optimizing its functionality .
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to wean
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to detach or separate someone's affections or dependence from a particular person, thing, or habit

Ex: By the time she realized the impact of her actions , he had already weaned himself from his emotional dependency on her .
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to grate
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to scratch or rub repeatedly against a surface, often causing irritation or annoyance

Ex: The sound of the metal grating against the pavement was unbearable.
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to shunt
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to move or transfer something, often with a sudden or forceful motion

Ex: During the storm , strong winds shunted debris across the road , causing hazards for drivers .
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to stay or reside temporarily in a place

Ex: To escape the city life , the couple planned to sojourn in a secluded cabin in the woods for a peaceful weekend getaway .
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to capture someone's interest or curiosity

Ex: The intricate artwork intrigues visitors to the gallery , leaving them wanting to learn more .
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to oust
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to remove someone from a position or place, often forcefully

Ex: After a vote of no confidence , the team decided to oust the coach for poor performance .
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to criticize or reprimand severely and publicly

Ex: By the time they apologized , the public had already lambasted the company for its insensitive advertisement .
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to make someone more susceptible or inclined to a particular condition or behavior

Ex: By the time he realized it , his lack of exercise had predisposed him to obesity .
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to implicitly convey something such as an idea, feeling, etc. in addition to something's basic meaning

Ex: The dark clouds in the sky connote an approaching storm, creating a sense of foreboding.
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to exceed one's previous achievements or standards and reach a higher level of performance

Ex: The company surpassed its sales targets for the quarter due to its commitment to innovation .
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to madden
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to make someone angry

Ex: The persistent delays have maddened her .
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SAT Word Skills 6
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