expunge (vb.) to erase, obliterate, destroy the criminal tried to expunge all the incriminating...
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Expunge (vb.)• To erase, obliterate, destroy
• The criminal tried to expunge all the incriminating evidence before the police arrived.
Omniscient (adj.)• Knowing everything
• If I were omniscient about everything, I wouldn’t have to come to school any more.
Panacea (n.)• Remedy for all ills; a cure-all
• Some people think that Advil is the panacea for all pains.
Diffident (adj.)• Shy, lacking self-confidence, modest
• Don’t be diffident! You can definitely do better!
Pungent (adj.)• Causing a sharp sensation, biting smell or taste
• (figuratively) caustic, poignant
• His friend’s pungent remarks made her lose self-esteem.
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