Word of the Day : April 24, 2025 Ostensible adjective ah-STEN-suh-bul What It Means Ostensible is used to describe something that seems or is said to be true or real, but is possibly not true or real. In other words, it is plausible rather than demonstrably true or real. // The ostensible purpose of a filibuster is to extend debate, but in reality … Continue reading Word of the Day : Ostensible
Word of the Day: Slough
Word of the Day : April 23, 2025 What It Means Slough is a formal verb used for the action of getting rid of something unwanted. It is usually used with off. Slough can also mean "to lose a dead layer of (skin)" or "to become shed or cast off." // The editorial urges the mayor not to slough off responsibility … Continue reading Word of the Day: Slough
Word of the Day : Liaison
Word of the Day : April 22, 2025 Liaison noun lee-AY-zahn What it Means Liaison refers to a person who helps organizations or groups work together and provide information to each other, or to a relationship that allows such interactions. Liaison can also refer to an illicit sexual relationship. // The new position involves acting as a liaison between the police department … Continue reading Word of the Day : Liaison
Word of the Day : Hew
Word of the Day : April 4, 2025 Hew verb HYOO What It Means Hew is commonly used with to to mean "to conform to or adhere to (something)." Hew on its own has several meanings having to do with cutting or shaping with a sharp tool, such as an ax. Both hewed and hewn are past participles of hew. // The senator has always hewed closely to the party … Continue reading Word of the Day : Hew
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