GRE Word List
RECESSION
the act or action of receding : withdrawal
The meaning of the word recession is the act or action of receding : withdrawal.
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| scrutinize | to examine closely and minutely |
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| random | a haphazard course |
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| acknowledge | to recognize the rights, authority, or status of |
| perpetuate | to make perpetual or cause to last indefinitely |
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