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poses

/ˈpoʊzɪz/ /ˈpoʊzəz/

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Common cold, head cold; catarrh.

Examples :

"Since winter arrived, many students have been absent from school with poses and other seasonal ailments. "

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Position, posture, arrangement (especially of the human body).

Examples :

"Please adopt a more graceful pose for my camera."

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Examples :

"Her constant laughter and overly dramatic sighs were clearly poses, designed to attract attention. "

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To place in an attitude or fixed position, for the sake of effect.

Examples :

"To pose a model for a picture."

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To ask; to set (a test, quiz, riddle, etc.).

Examples :

"The teacher poses a question to the class about the American Revolution. "

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To constitute (a danger, a threat, a risk, etc.).

Examples :

"The broken step poses a safety risk to anyone using the stairs. "

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(in the phrase "to pose as") To falsely impersonate (another person or occupation) primarily for the purpose of accomplishing something or reaching a goal.

Examples :

"The student posed as a different student to get into the extra-credit study group. "

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To assume or maintain a pose; to strike an attitude.

Examples :

"The model on the runway poses for the cameras, showing off the designer's clothes. "

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To behave affectedly in order to attract interest or admiration.

Examples :

"The student posed for the class photo, trying to look sophisticated and confident. "

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To interrogate; to question.

Examples :

"The teacher poses questions to the students to check their understanding of the lesson. "

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To question with a view to puzzling; to embarrass by questioning or scrutiny; to bring to a stand.

Examples :

"The tricky math problem poses a real challenge to the students, leaving many confused and unsure how to start. "

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To ask (someone) questions; to interrogate.

Examples :

"The teacher poses questions to the students to check their understanding. "

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To puzzle, non-plus, or embarrass with difficult questions.

Examples :

"The math problem poses a real challenge to even the smartest students in the class. "

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To perplex or confuse (someone).

Examples :

"The math problem poses a challenge for me, even after reading the textbook. "