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n. Syn. tactical
plan for attaining a particular goal; action calculated to achieve some end


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n.
ribbon-like flatworms


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a. Syn. boring; wearisome
tiresome by reason of length, slowness, or dullness; progressing very slowly


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n. Syn. subject; motif; topic
subject of conversation or discussion; topic; essay


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n.
instrument for measuring temperature


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v.
draw tighter; straiten; make closer in any manner.


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n.
flat thin rectangular slab used to cover surfaces; short length of pipe made of clay or concrete, used in sewers and drains


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n.
piece or attachment; end of a pointed or projecting object; a V shape ; indication of potential opportunity


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n. Syn. flood
rushing stream; flood; heavy downpour


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n. Syn. contest; competition
contest; sporting competition in which contestants play a series of games to decide the winner


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