GRE Word List
TRANSPIRE
to take place : go on
The meaning of the word transpire is to take place : go on.
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|---|---|
| ambrosia | the food of the Greek and Roman gods |
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| lout | to bow in respect |
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| groove | a long narrow channel or depression |
| brawny | muscular |
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