Word of the Day : October 11, 2024 Scapegoat noun SKAYP-goat What It Means A scapegoat is a person who is unfairly blamed for something others have done. // The CFO was made the scapegoat for the company’s failures. See the entry > SCAPEGOAT In Context "It's a lively, funny movie, as more of Littlehampton's locals start getting … Continue reading Word of the Day : Scapegoat
Word of the Day – Fret
Word of the Day : October 2, 2024 Fret verb FRET What It Means To fret is to worry or be concerned. // I was sure we wouldn’t get there in time, but they told me not to fret. See the entry > FRET In Context “Many communal laundry spaces have rules posted, but over time, they … Continue reading Word of the Day – Fret
Word of the Day – Tribulation
Word of the Day : September 30, 2024 Tribulation noun trib-yuh-LAY-shun What It Means Tribulation, which is often used in the phrase "trials and tribulations," refers to an experience that causes suffering. It can also mean "unhappiness, pain, or suffering." // The new graduate knew that the journey to becoming a successful entrepreneur would come with … Continue reading Word of the Day – Tribulation
Word of the Day – Winnow
Word of the Day : September 20, 2024 Winnow verb WIN-oh What It Means In general contexts, winnowing is about removing what is not wanted. One can winnow items, or one can winnow something that has items: you winnow less important or less desirable items by removing them from a group, list, etc.; and you winnow … Continue reading Word of the Day – Winnow
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