intransitive verb to be or remain in a given condition.She dwells in constant fear of the future. See the full entry
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WOTD: holly
noun any of various shrubs or trees that bear small white flowers, bright red berries, and have shiny dark green leaves with prickly edges. Their home was decorated for Christmas with sprigs…
WOTD: negotiate
intransitive verb to bargain or come to terms with another party or parties.Workers and management have finally begun to negotiate.If the price is too high, try negotiating with the seller. transtive verb…
WOTD: prosecute
transitive verb to begin or carry on legal action against (a person or group), or to seek enforcement of (a claim) through legal action. He decided to prosecute the author of the…