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β(of a light) very bright and unpleasant |
a glaring white light |
The room was lit by the glaring white light from a naked bulb. |
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to mention something in order to give somebody information about it or make them notice it |
I'll point him out to you next time he comes in. |
He pointed out the dangers of driving alone. |
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to refuse to give something to somebody |
She was accused of withholding information from the police. |
The government was threatening to withhold future financial aid. |
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βto stick or attach something to something else; to be able to be fixed to something |
The strings affix to the back of the bridge |
The label should be firmly affixed to the package. |
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to make something such as a feeling or a reaction less strong |
She wasn't going to let anything dampen her spirits today. |
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to put your body close to the ground by bending your legs under you |
He crouched down beside her. |
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type of lock that is used to fasten two things together or to fasten one thing to another. Padlocks are used with chains on gates, etc. |
A padlocked Iron door πͺ |
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a dark underground room used as a prison, especially in a castle |
Throw him into the dungeons! |
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βto be in or move into a position where your body is supported on your knee or knees |
We knelt (down) on the ground to examine the tracks. |
People sometimes kneel to pray |
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strong and healthy |
He seems to be in robust (good) health. |
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(of people and animals, or their bodies) physically strong and healthy |
sturdy legs |
a man of sturdy build |
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to be useful or helpful to somebody when needed |
Your languages will stand you in good stead when it comes to finding a job. |
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the state of being in prison, especially while waiting for trial |
After the riot, 32 people were taken into police custody. |
He was remanded in custody, charged with the murder of a policeman. |
