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About This Word: clean coal
Welcome to About This Word, where Wordsmyth showcases commentary about relevant words in the news and media our users and staff find interesting. Today’s word: “clean coal,” written by Wordsmyth science writer…
siege
sij noun 1. a military maneuver in which a fortification, such as a city or a fort, is surrounded, subjected to attack, and cut off from supplies or reinforcements in order to…
ovation
o veI sh@n noun a prolonged or enthusiastic episode of applause for someone, as following a performance. The dancers received several ovations from the audience after their brilliant performance.
flummox
flu məks (informal) to confuse or puzzle. She was flummoxed by his angry reaction to her act of kindness.