transitive verb to hinder, oppose, or frustrate.Roadblocks thwarted their plan to escape.His own shortcomings are thwarting him. noun a seat set crosswise in a small boat, esp. for an oarsman. See the…
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WOTD: abrupt
adjective 1. sudden and unexpected.We were surprised by the abrupt change in the weather. 2. brusque in manner; curt.His abrupt manner makes him seem impatient or unsympathetic.That nurse is a bit too…
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WOTD: abolish
transitive verb to do away with; put a stop to; end.Compulsory military service has been abolished.They argued over whether the death penalty should be abolished.The Slavery Abolition Act of 1833 abolished slavery…
WOTD: seclude
transitive verb to cause to be kept away from other people or activity.The police secluded the witness for her protection. See the full entry