Even after a year, the senators wrangled over the health-care legislation.
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expunge -
To erase or remove completely (something unwanted or unpleasant)
Terrence accepted the plea deal of one year of community service in exchange for the court to expunge his criminal record.
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shrew -
A woman who is argumentative, nagging, and ill tempered.
Barry liked Martha a lot, but he decided not to marry her when he realized what an aggressive shrew she was.
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entrap -
To trick or deceive someone or something, where it's difficult for them to escape.
Internet schemes entrap people and companies who lose about $10 trillion dollars a year, making it the 3rd largest economy after the US and China.
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squelch -
To inhibit or suppress
The press secretary firmly denied and squelched the false rumors about the president's policy.
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hamper -
To restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles
Kyle needed to scratch an itch, but he was hampered by the handcuffs on his wrists.
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dominate -
To have control or power over something or someone; to be much stronger, more successful, or more influential.
When Abigail felt someone was trying to dominate her, she closed her ears and ignored what they were saying.
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usurp -
To take a position of power or importance illegally or by force; to seize or assume something without the right to do so.
Throughout history, many rulers have usurped thrones through deceit and betrayal
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slash -
To cut something with a violent sweeping motion, often with a knife or blade; or to drastically reduce or lower something, especially prices or budgets.
He slashed the rope around the box with a knife to free the trapped animal.
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oust -
To drive out or expel (someone) from a position or place
Standing outside the university and waving their signs, the angry protestors demanded that the board oust the controversial dean.
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purge -
To get rid of undesirable things
Stalin would purge his government of any people he thought were potentially dangerous to his government.
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cutthroat -
Competing with each other in overly aggressive ways
The cutthroat competition between the 2 stores was so intense, that products were selling below cost.
