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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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What do we call people who go to the gym?
Most words in most languages are derivatives of other existing words. That being said, we can start with... JOCK
Definition of JOCK from Merriam-Webster Dictionary
1: athletic supporter
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Trying to achieve something, but ending up with something contrary
This is often called... 'Discovery', as the majority of advancements in technology and science were the result of just such a scenario as the OP question. But we as arrogant humans need to dress up th …
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Word to describe pets that can be uncomfortable to live with?
'No encroaching pets'.
From the Merriam-Webster Dictionary
1: to enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another
2: to advance beyond the usual or proper limits
Both …
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Term for choosing to believe a falsehood
Way too complicated answers for a simple one word answer... and that would be 'denial'.
From the Merriam-Webster Dictionary
1: refusal to satisfy a request or desire
2a (1) : re …
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