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166 lines
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{
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"Nibbana":{
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"antonyms":[],
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"definitions":[
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"Definition of Nibbana variant of nirvana 1b"
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],
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"examples":[],
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"first_known_use":[],
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"history_and_etymology":[],
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"pronounciation":[],
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"synonyms":[],
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220630-161414",
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"type":[]
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},
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"nib":{
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"antonyms":[],
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"definitions":{
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": a small pointed or projecting part":[],
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": bill , beak":[],
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": the sharpened point of a quill pen":[]
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},
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"examples":[
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"a finch cracking seeds in its nib",
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"make sure the nib has been sharpened before you try to cut anything",
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
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"The pen is crafted from blended and turned acrylic in a mix of tawny shades, and its cushion cap closure provides a second seal to ensure an at-the-ready nib . \u2014 Nancy Olson, Forbes , 19 Mar. 2021",
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"There are no moving parts in the Pilot Explorer\u2019s 0.75-inch-long stainless-steel nib . \u2014 Rob Verger, Popular Science , 18 Apr. 2020",
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"Tattooed atop his right pointer finger is a fountain pen nib . \u2014 John Kelly, Washington Post , 30 Sep. 2019",
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"Tom\u2019s useless nib of conscience, his wavering fealty to the big lie, and his undisciplined cowardice ruin the act. \u2014 Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic , 7 Oct. 2019",
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"The 13-part fountain pen series culminated in a July shootout between a Jinhao Flower and an Ohto Dude, which easily won for its ultrasmooth nib . \u2014 Washington Post , 9 Aug. 2019",
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"Not to be overlooked: Cocoa nib cannoli, and the fact that beer and wine is under $10 a glass. \u2014 Jessica Yadegaran, The Mercury News , 3 July 2019",
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"The nib is where, metaphorically speaking, the rubber meets the road. \u2014 John Kelly, Washington Post , 10 June 2019",
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"Sprinkle with some of the cacao nib crumble before serving. \u2014 Ben Mims, latimes.com , 5 June 2019"
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],
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"first_known_use":{
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"1583, in the meaning defined at sense 2a":""
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},
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"probably alteration of neb":""
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},
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"pronounciation":[
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"\u02c8nib"
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],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"synonyms":[
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"beak",
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"bill",
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"neb"
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],
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220706-222837",
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"type":[
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"noun"
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]
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},
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"nibber":{
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"antonyms":[],
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"definitions":{
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": a worker who cuts nibs from hosiery":[]
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},
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"examples":[],
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"first_known_use":{},
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"nib entry 1 & nib entry 2 + -er":""
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},
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"pronounciation":[
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"\u02c8nib\u0259(r)"
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],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"synonyms":[],
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220707-112227",
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"type":[
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"noun"
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]
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},
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"nibble":{
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"antonyms":[
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"bite",
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"morsel",
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"mouthful",
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"nugget",
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"taste",
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"tidbit",
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"titbit"
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],
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"definitions":{
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": a tentative expression of interest":[],
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": an act of nibbling":[],
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": to bite gently":[],
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": to deal with something as if by nibbling":[],
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": to eat or chew in small bits":[],
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": to take away bit by bit":[
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"waves nibbling the shore"
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]
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},
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"examples":[
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"Verb",
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"We nibbled cheese and crackers.",
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"We nibbled on some cheese and crackers before dinner.",
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"Noun",
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"He felt a nibble on his fishing line.",
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"They served some delicious nibbles before dinner.",
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"Recent Examples on the Web: Verb",
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"Yellow jackets hunt caterpillars, grubs and will even nibble your burger for sustenance. \u2014 Bethany Brookshire, Good Housekeeping , 18 June 2022",
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"And China is likely to be playing the long game, analysts said, using its gray zone tactics to nibble away at US influence gradually. \u2014 Brad Lendon, CNN , 10 June 2022",
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"Food Since this party centers around the television and not the table, keep the food easy to eat so everyone can nibble while watching the show and catching up with friends. \u2014 Aly Walansky, Forbes , 6 Dec. 2021",
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"And like any good Italian household, there\u2019s always a little something to nibble on. \u2014 Kareem Rashed, Robb Report , 14 Dec. 2021",
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"Keep this arrangement where your furry friends can't nibble on it\u2014poinsettia leaves can be toxic to pets. \u2014 Natalie Dayton, Better Homes & Gardens , 14 Dec. 2021",
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"This is for dark chocolate lovers and people who prefer to nibble on chocolate, which is not me. \u2014 Alex Beggs, Bon App\u00e9tit , 24 Nov. 2021",
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"For example, maybe being able to nibble on something in the morning prevents over-splurging later in the day. \u2014 Cynthia Sass, Mph, Health.com , 29 Oct. 2021",
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"But soon enough, the wild possibilities of fiction began to nibble at her brainstem. \u2014 Samantha Hissong, Rolling Stone , 22 Oct. 2021",
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"Recent Examples on the Web: Noun",
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"Bavarian tavern snack: Some longtime Wisconsin taverns and supper clubs still offer patrons a free nibble of crackers and cheese, and the cheese spreads pay homage mostly to cheddar. \u2014 Mary Bergin, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel , 22 Sep. 2020",
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"Drinks were modeled after the four elements\u2014Air, Earth, Fire, and Water\u2014and enjoyed before guests moved into the ballroom for delectable and warming nibbles such as truffle lobster risotto and the signature chicken pie. \u2014 Vogue , 30 Nov. 2018",
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"He was even permitted a few nibbles of the grass lawn. \u2014 oregonlive , 2 May 2020",
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"Stores are looking closely at developing curbside-pickup-delivery initiatives, so the toothpick-spearing days for a nibble of diced cheese, cube of meat or dessert cup with tiny plastic spoon are in the past to stay. \u2014 Marc Bona, cleveland , 26 Apr. 2020",
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"Some smelled it, licked it, or took tiny nibbles around the edges. \u2014 Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica , 21 Jan. 2020",
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"From the welcoming glass of Krug champagne to the final nibble of Indian sweets from Masala Munchies, guests were treated to a three-course dinner that showcased Houston's cultural diversity. \u2014 Greg Morago, Houston Chronicle , 5 Oct. 2019",
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"Frilly tea, please Just about now, who doesn\u2019t want to go escape somewhere with friends, yummy nibbles and butterflies on your plate",
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"Just remember that any plant can cause stomach upset and vomiting if your pet nibbles on it, so keep an eye on your pets with all your indoor plants and indoor trees. \u2014 Arricca Elin Sansone, Country Living , 24 Jan. 2020"
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],
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"first_known_use":{
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"15th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1a":"Verb",
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"circa 1525, in the meaning defined at sense 1":"Noun"
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},
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"origin unknown":"Verb"
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},
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"pronounciation":[
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"\u02c8ni-b\u0259l"
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],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"synonyms":[
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"peck",
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"pick"
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],
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220707-065543",
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"type":[
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"noun",
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"verb"
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]
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},
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"nibs":{
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"antonyms":[],
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"definitions":{
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": an important or self-important person":[
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"\u2014 usually used in the phrases his nibs or her nibs as if a title of honor"
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]
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},
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"examples":[],
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"first_known_use":{
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"circa 1821, in the meaning defined above":""
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},
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"origin unknown":""
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},
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"pronounciation":[
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"\u02c8nibz"
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],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"synonyms":[],
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220706-213114",
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"type":[
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"noun, plural in form but singular in construction"
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]
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}
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} |