belittle

"Please say your name slowly and clearly."

"My friend told me there was something in the box, but I didn't know what it was yet. "

"It is very important to give your daughter independence in her life so she learns from experience."

"My sister is very helpful, especially when it comes to organizing things. "

"A small group."

"All he had to show for four years of attendance at college was a framed piece of paper."

"The magician's words seemed to spell her into a deep sleep. "

"His contempt for the new teacher was obvious; he scoffed at her ideas and ignored her instructions. "

"My brother and I both attend the same high school. "

"She smiled knowingly, but kept the secret."

"Actually, I had nothing to do with that incident."

"the accomplishment of an enterprise, of a prophecy, etc"