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sue

Posted on February 6, 2026January 28, 2026 by Wordsmyth

verb to start a lawsuit against in a court of law; prosecute.The injured passenger will sue the drunk driver. See the full entry

snub

Posted on February 5, 2026January 28, 2026 by Wordsmyth

verb to ignore as a way to show dislike, dissatisfaction, or contempt.The other students snubbed her because her clothes were not in fashion. See the full entry

ensemble

Posted on February 4, 2026January 28, 2026 by Wordsmyth

noun a group of performers, such as actors or musicians, who perform together.A jazz ensemble will provide entertainment at the reception. See the full entry

cosmos

Posted on February 3, 2026January 28, 2026 by Wordsmyth

noun the universe considered as a whole.Planetarium shows help us appreciate the vastness of the cosmos. See the full entry

adoption

Posted on February 2, 2026January 28, 2026 by Wordsmyth

noun the act or fact of becoming the legal parent of another person’s child, or the act or condition of being thus adopted as another’s child.The couple prepared their home for the…

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