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HIBERNATION
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Hibernation is a state of inactivity or dormancy in animals, during which their metabolic rate slows down to conserve energy, typically during the winter months.
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Prediction:
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- A prediction is a statement or estimation about something that may happen in the future, based on knowledge, experience, or analysis
- Prediction can also refer to the act or process of making such statements or estimations. Example: The economist’s predictions about the stock market proved to be accurate.
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Inconclusive:
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- If something is inconclusive, it does not provide a definite or decisive result or outcome. Example: The experiment yielded inconclusive results, requiring further investigation.
- Inconclusive can also mean not leading to a resolution or decision. Example: The meeting ended inconclusively, with no consensus reached among the participants.
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UNBIASED
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Unbiased: 1. Unbiased means not having any preconceived opinions, preferences, or prejudices, and being fair and impartial. Example: The journalist reported the news in an unbiased manner, presenting multiple perspectives.
- Unbiased can also refer to something that is not influenced by personal feelings or external factors. Example: The study was conducted with unbiased data collection methods to ensure objectivity.
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MODERATION
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- Moderation is the quality or state of being moderate, balanced, or within reasonable limits. Example: Enjoying dessert in moderation is key to maintaining a healthy diet.
- Moderation can also refer to the act of avoiding excess or extremes. Example: The moderator of the online forum ensures that discussions are conducted with civility and moderation
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REPUDIATE
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- To refuse to accept or support something, or to state that something is not true: “He repudiated all accusations of wrongdoing.”
- To refuse to be connected with or to accept responsibility for something: “The company repudiated the actions of its former CEO.”
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- To announce something publicly or officially, especially something important:
- To state or declare something in a firm and emphatic manner:
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PROCLAIM
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- To publicly withdraw or take back a previously held belief, statement, or opinion, especially under pressure:
- To renounce or disavow a previously held position or belief:
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RECANT
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- To predict or prophesy future events or outcomes
- To indicate or be a sign of something that will happen in the future
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FORETELL
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- Suitable or right for a particular purpose, person, or situation.
- To take something, especially without permission, for your own use.
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APPROPRIATE
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- Producing a feeling of contentment, fulfillment, or gratification.
- Meeting or fulfilling expectations, requirements, or desires. .
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SATISFYING
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- Serving a practical purpose; able to be used effectively.
- Providing assistance or benefit; advantageous or valuable.
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USEFUL
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- Considerable in quantity, size, or importance; significant or sizable.
- Having a strong or sturdy build; solid or robust.
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SUBSTANTIAL
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- Lacking significance, relevance, or consequence; not worthy of attention or consideration.
- Having little or no impact or influence on a particular situation or outcome.
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UNIMPORTANT
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- To say that something is not true or that you do not believe or accept it.
- To refuse to give or provide something to someone
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DENY
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- To form a concept or idea in your mind.
- To understand or interpret something as a concept or abstract idea.
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Conceptualize
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Neglect:
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- To fail to take care of or pay attention to something or someone. Example: “The landlord neglected the maintenance of the building, leading to numerous issues.”
- To omit or disregard something that is necessary or important. Example: “He neglected to include references in his research paper.”
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SELECT
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- The act of choosing someone or something from a group of options. Example: The hiring manager is responsible for selecting the most qualified candidate for the job.
- The process of picking out or determining a particular option. Example: I am currently selecting the color scheme for my new living room.
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OVERCOME
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- To succeed in dealing with or controlling a problem, difficulty, or challenge. Example: She managed to overcome her fear of public speaking and delivered a confident presentation.
- To defeat someone or something. Example: The underdog team overcame their rivals and won the championship
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- To provide visual representation or explanation of something, typically by using pictures, diagrams, or examples.
- To clarify or make something clear by giving examples or showing evidence.
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ILLUSTRATE
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- To say or estimate that something will happen in the future, based on available information or knowledge.
- To recognize or indicate something before it happens.
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PREDICT
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give careful attention to; take notice of; careful attention
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HEED
