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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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word or term for letting someone else have a chance to win
I think context is key here. A subtle shift in context can change the word that best fits.
In the context of friendship or friendly competition, I think the term good sportsmanship could apply. For …
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Is there a word for "air can pass through it"?
adjective would be used to describe a screen door, or certain types of fabric
As many have already stated, breathable is the correct term for fabric.
However, I don’t believe there would be any …
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What do you call the wave-like bumps that are formed in damanged aluminium surfaces?
When metal surfaces are damaged via force, there are lots of different terms that may apply:
dented
crumpled or buckled (typically described vehicle crash damage--though buckling is also common with …
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What is the name of a small unluxurious restaurant?
Just for the sake of completeness, one more term that would fit would be Mom and Pop (or Ma and Pa) Restaurant.
Mom and Pop would refer to the fact that it is a local establish (not a chain) and was …
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