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This tag is for questions seeking a single word that fits a meaning. To ensure that your question is not closed as off-topic, please be specific about the intended use of the word. INCLUDE A SAMPLE SENTENCE demonstrating how the word would be used. Click on "Info", or "View Tag" and "Learn more..." for more information. Please use the [phrase-requests] tag if you seek a phrase and the [terminology] tag if you seek a term in a specialized subject also.
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A word for a temporary job position?
Such a person would be [position] pro tempore:
For the time being
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A well-known use of this phrase is in American government, with the position of President pro tempore of the …
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What is a word for "slightly smile with embarrassment"?
Although it isn't a smile, the word blush works perfectly here:
To become red in the face, especially from modesty, embarrassment, or shame; flush.
"You look great tonight," I said. She blushed, tryi …
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What is the word for a non-creative task?
A task that is non-creative, repetitive, and usually boring could be called a chore:
: a small job that is done regularly
: a dull, unpleasant, or difficult job or experience
[Merriam-Webster]
I fee …
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Single word request: to learn or the act/state of learning something without awareness that ...
What you are describing is called osmosis:
a process of absorption or diffusion suggestive of the flow of osmotic action; especially : a usually effortless often unconscious assimilation
She seems t …
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Word to express without a negative connotation that a measure has no effect at all
I would say that the configuration of XYZ is inconsequential:
of little or no importance; insignificant; trivial.
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Single word for lazy student
I think slacker works the best here:
a person who avoids work or effort
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What is a positive descriptor for someone that doesn't care about anything/is always neutral?
I would say that such a person is agreeable:
ready or willing to agree : willing to do or allow something
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An adjective to describe a person who has come back from failure
I would say a man who doesn't give up is tenacious:
not easily stopped or pulled apart : firm or strong; very determined to do something
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Elegant way of conveying one is wholly immersed in a certain mental/psychological experience?
You could say that the poet was preoccupied with these thoughts:
to be thought about or worried about by (someone) very often or constantly
Jake's pursuit of deciphering the code completely preoccupi …
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What's it called when someone thinks something's cute?
Though Cameron's suggestion of fawning is particularly good, this action could also be described as gushing:
to make an effusive display of affection or enthusiasm
"Aww! You two are so perfect!" Tj g …
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Does English have an equivalent word for alimungawan?
I would call this being groggy:
not able to think or move normally because of being tired, sick, etc.
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What do you call writing in memory of someone who has passed away?
I believe you are speaking of an elegy, or elegiac writings:
a sad poem or song : a poem or song that expresses sorrow for someone who is dead
[Merriam-Webster]
Also consider lamentation:
a …
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Is there a word or phrase meaning "using the character limit to the maximum"?
I would say that they maxed out on the number of usable characters:
to reach an upper limit or a peak
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A word for a person who is doubtful and always second-guesses everything he knows
A person who has trouble making decisions is indecisive:
: not able to make choices quickly and confidently
: not settling something or making something final or certain
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