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Ensuing

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Following,
succeeding,
subsequent,
ensuing,
coming,
next,
after,
consequent

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Delineate

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Describe

Portray

Outline

Depict

Define

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Commerce

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Trade: Sentence: International trade plays a crucial role in the global economy, facilitating the exchange of goods and services between countries.

Business: Sentence: She decided to start her own business, hoping to create innovative products that would meet the needs of her target market.

Industry: Sentence: The technology industry has seen rapid advancements in recent years, leading to the development of new gadgets and software solutions.

Exchange: Sentence: The cultural exchange between the two nations resulted in a mutual understanding and appreciation of their traditions.

Transactions: Sentence: The online platform provides a secure environment for conducting financial transactions, making it convenient for customers to shop from home.

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Bend

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Curve
Flex
Bow
Contort
Twist

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Mounting

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ncreasing
Escalating
Growing
Rising
Augmenting

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Aberration

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Anomaly
Deviation
Irregularity
Abnormality
Oddity

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Scope

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Range
Extent
Reach
Limit
Area

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Ascertain

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to find out or determine something. Synonyms: discover, establish, verify, confirm.

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“Unabridged”

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“Unabridged” refers to a complete version of a book or text, without any omissions. Synonyms:

Complete

Full

Comprehensive

Whole

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Abbreviation

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Abbreviation” is a shortened form of a word or phrase. Synonyms:

Shortening

Acronym

Contraction

Symbol

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Entry

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Entry (noun)

The act of coming into or going into a place, organization, or competition.

Synonyms:

Access

Admission

Entrance

Ingress

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Derivation

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Derivation (noun)

The process of obtaining or developing something from a specific source or origin.

Synonyms:

Origin

Source

Extraction

Formation

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Intricate (adjective)

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Intricate (adjective)

Complex, detailed, and having many interconnected parts or elements.

Synonyms:

Complicated

Elaborate

Complex

Intricacy

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Finely

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Finely (adverb)

In a delicate or precise manner, with attention to small details.

Synonyms:

Delicately

Precisely

Exquisitely

Subtly

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Vase

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Vase (noun)

A container, often made of glass or ceramics, used for holding flowers or decorative items.

Synonyms:

Container

Jar

Urn

Pitcher

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Inordinate

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Inordinate (adjective)

Exceeding normal limits, excessive, or unusually large in amount or degree.

Synonyms:

Excessive

Immoderate

Unreasonable

Overwhelming

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Column

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Column (noun)

A tall, vertical, cylindrical or rectangular structure that provides support or decoration, often used in architecture.

Synonyms:

Pillar

Post

Shaft

Support

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Intriguing

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Intriguing (adjective)

Arousing curiosity, interest, or fascination, often due to being mysterious or puzzling.

Synonyms:

Fascinating

Captivating

Engaging

Alluring

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Curative

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Having the ability to heal or cure.

Synonyms:

Healing
Remedial
Therapeutic
Restorative

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Perilously

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Perilously (adverb)

In a dangerous or risky manner.

Synonyms:

Hazardously

Precariously

Riskily

Treacherously

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Aptly

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Aptly (adverb)

In a suitable or appropriate manner, often with a high degree of relevance.

Synonyms:

Appropriately

Fitly

Pertinently

Relevantly

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Applause

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Applause (noun)

The sound of clapping hands as a sign of approval, admiration, or appreciation.

Synonyms:

Acclaim

Ovation

Clapping

Praise

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Objection

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Objection (noun)

A formal protest or disagreement, often in response to a statement, action, or situation.

Synonyms:

Protest

Disagreement

Opposition

Challenge

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Tariff

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A tax or duty imposed on goods as they are imported or exported between countries.

Synonyms:

Duty

Levy

Tax

Toll

Example sentence: The government increased the tariff on imported electronics to protect local industries.

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The fresh flowers filled the room with a pleasant- odor.-
Odor (noun) A distinct smell or scent, often arising from a particular substance or source. Synonyms: Scent Aroma Fragrance Smell Example sentence: The fresh flowers filled the room with a pleasant odor.
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Scent
Scent (noun) A distinctive, often pleasant, smell that can be detected by the sense of smell. Synonyms: Fragrance Aroma Odor Perfume Example sentence: The scent of freshly baked bread wafted through the bakery
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Aphrodisiac
Aphrodisiac (noun/adjective) A substance or thing that is believed to increase sexual desire or arousal. Synonyms: Libido enhancer Passion booster Love potion Erotic stimulant Example sentence: Some cultures believe certain foods have aphrodisiac properties to enhance romantic feelings.
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Rubber
Rubber (noun) A flexible, elastic material derived from latex or synthetic sources, often used in various products. Synonyms: Elastic Latex Gum Caoutchouc Example sentence: The rubber bands snapped when stretched too far.
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Cultivation
Cultivation (noun) The process of preparing and working on land to grow crops or plants. Synonyms: Farming Agriculture Tilling Planting Example sentence: The cultivation of fruits and vegetables requires careful planning and maintenance.
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Plantation
A large estate or farm where crops, often cash crops like cotton or sugarcane, are cultivated. Synonyms: Estate Farm Ranch Farmstead Example sentence: The old plantation still retains some of its historic charm and features.
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Coloration
The arrangement and distribution of colors, often referring to the appearance of animals or objects. Synonyms: Pigmentation Coloring Hue Tint Example sentence: The butterfly's vibrant coloration helped it blend in with the flowers.
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Substitute
Substitute (noun/verb) Noun: A person or thing that takes the place of another; an alternative. Verb: To replace or use in place of something else. Synonyms for "Substitute" (noun): Replacement Stand-in Surrogate Alternative
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Portion
Portion (noun) A part or share of a whole; a serving of food. Synonyms: Part Segment Section Division Example sentence: She only ate a small portion of the dessert to save room for later.
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Attire
Attire (noun/verb) Noun: Clothing or garments worn by a person. Verb: To dress or clothe oneself in a particular way. Synonyms for "Attire" (noun): Clothing Garb Outfit Apparel Synonyms for "Attire" (verb): Dress Clothe Garb Deck Example sentence (noun): The formal attire for the event required a black tie and evening gown. Example sentence (verb): She chose to attire herself in casual jeans and a T-shirt for the outing
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Milestone
Milestone (noun) A significant event or stage that marks an important achievement or point of progress. Synonyms: Landmark Achievement Turning point Breakthrough Example sentence: Graduating from university was a major milestone in her academic journey.

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