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transitive verb to tell a history of events; relate; narrate.The newscaster recounted her early years in television.They recounted their adventures on their trip. See the full entry

noun a situation that allows no escape or solution; stalemate.Trade negotiations reached an impasse when neither side was willing to reduce tariffs. See the full entry

noun excessive unwillingness to spend money or use resources; stinginess.As their uncle’s parsimony was well known, his generous gifts came as a great surprise. See the full entry

noun a woman who acts as head of a family, tribe, or other group of people. The matriarch had made her decision, and her husband and sons were obliged to obey. See…

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