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glasshouse

Definition: (noun) A building with glass walls and roof; for the cultivation and exhibition of plants under controlled conditions.
Synonyms: greenhouse, nursery.
Usage: This kind of plant is very delicate and needs to be grown in a glasshouse.
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balls (2)

courage, fortitude

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Idiom of the Day
great cry and little wool

A great deal of fuss, noise, fanfare, or protestation over something of little or no substance, importance, or relevance. Watch the video

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keep out of

If you keep out of something, you don't get involved in it.

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egotist

Definition: (noun) A conceited and self-centered person.
Synonyms: swellhead.
Usage: Mr. Whittleworth is an insufferable egotist with delusions of omnipotence, but we tolerate him because he pays us well.
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pinkie | pinky

the little finger

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Phrasal Verb of the Day | Vocabulary | EnglishClub
hold up (1)

to cause a delay, or make someone or something later than expected

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transience

Definition: (noun) The attribute of being brief or fleeting.
Synonyms: brevity, briefness.
Usage: The superficiality and transience of the club scene is part of its appeal for young people.
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Wordsmith.org: Today's Word
eddy

noun: 1. A current moving contrary to the main current, especially in a circular motion, in a fluid such as air or water. 2. A trend, fashion, or opinion that runs counter to the prevailing one. verb tr., intr.: To move or cause to move in a circular, countercurrent motion.

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honcho | head honcho

the boss, the person in charge

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Idiom of the Day
nose into (something)

To investigate something; to try to find information about something, especially private, secret, or sensitive matters. Watch the video

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come off (2)

to result in the intended outcome

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Word of the Day
gyrate

Definition: (verb) Revolve quickly and repeatedly around one's own axis.
Synonyms: spin, reel, whirl.
Usage: The airplane gyrated about in the sky in a most alarming fashion.
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