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Noun > Canister

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(count) 1 : a container with a lid that is used for keeping dry products a flour/sugar/tea canister 2 : a plastic or metal container that is used for keeping a roll of film a film canister 3 : a Read More …

Verb > Rebuff

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To rebuff something, such as an offer or suggestion, is to reject or criticize it sharply. One can also rebuff a person by rudely rejecting or refusing them. When their request was immediately rebuffed by upper management, the staff was Read More …

Verb > Hoist

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(+ object) to raise (something) especially by using ropes or machinery hoist the sail/flag The steel girders were hoisted into place and securely welded. The engine was hoisted out with a winch. The cargo was hoisted up onto the ship.

Noun > Lodestone

18/04/2026 frank

When used literally, lodestone refers to the mineral magnetite, a magnetic iron ore. Lodestone is also used figuratively to refer to something that, like a magnet, strongly attracts things. The city is a lodestone for aspiring musicians of all genres.

Adjective > Mischievous

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(more mischievous; most mischievous) 1 : causing or tending to cause annoyance or minor harm or damage a mischievous puppy/child 2 : showing a playful desire to cause trouble mischievous behavior a mischievous smile 3 : intended to harm someone Read More …

Adjective > Haywire

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informal not working properly a haywire immune system — usually used in the phrase go haywire The disease has caused her immune system to go haywire. (=to stop working properly) The old radio went haywire. The stock market has gone Read More …

Noun > Cargo

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something that is carried from one place to another by boat, airplane, etc. (count) The ship was carrying a cargo of crude oil. (noncount) Workers unloaded cargo (=freight) quickly on the dock — often used before another noun a cargo Read More …

Adjective > Tractable

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Tractable is used to describe someone or something that is easily led, managed, taught, or controlled. This new approach should make the problem more tractable. The horse’s tractable temperament made her especially popular with new riders.

Noun > All-nighter

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(count) informal a night during which someone works on something instead of sleeping I have to finish this by morning, so I guess tonight will be another all-nighter. He pulled an all-nighter (=he stayed up all night) to study for Read More …

Noun > Consternation

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Consternation is a formal word that refers to a strong feeling of surprise or sudden disappointment that causes confusion. The candidate caused consternation among his supporters by changing positions on a key issue.