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niggled

/ˈnɪɡəld/ /ˈnɪɡld/

Meanings
verb
To trifle with; to deceive; to mock.

Examples :

"The student niggled at the answer key, trying to find a way to cheat on the quiz. "
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/ˈsamθɪŋ/ /ˈsʌmθɪŋ/

An object whose nature is yet to be defined.

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

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important adjective

/ɪmˈpɔːtənt/ /ɪmˈpɔɹtənt/

Having relevant and crucial value.

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/ˈʃɪftɪŋ/

(sometimes figurative) To move from one place to another; to redistribute.

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/ˈkɒnstəntli/

With steadfastness; with resolve; in loyalty, faithfully.

"My brother constantly helps his younger sister with her homework, demonstrating his steadfast loyalty and support. "

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focusing verb

/ˈfoʊkəsɪŋ/ /ˈfoʊkəsɪn/

(followed by on or upon) To concentrate one's attention.

"I have to focus on my work."

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/əˈlaʊəns/

Permission; granting, conceding, or admitting

"The teacher gave the students allowance to finish the project early if they worked hard. "

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trifling noun

/ˈtɹaɪfliŋ/

The act of one who trifles; frivolous behaviour.

"His constant trifling with the classroom equipment distracted the other students. "

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insignificant adjective

/ˌɪnsɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/

Not significant; not important, inconsequential, or having no noticeable effect.

"Such things are insignificant details compared to the main goal."

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/ˈɹɛstləs/

Not allowing or affording rest.

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/ˈtrɪŋkɪts/

A small showy ornament or piece of jewelry

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/ˈpɹɒɡɹɛs/ /ˈpɹoʊɡɹɛs/ /pɹəˈɡɹɛs/

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/ˌpɹizənˈteɪʃən/

The act of presenting, or something presented

"The presentation about the new school rules was very clear and easy to understand. "