Collins English Dictionary
An unparalleled resource for word lovers, word gamers, and word geeks everywhere, Collins online Unabridged English Dictionary draws on Collins extensive language databases and covers many literary and rare words useful for crossword solvers and setters as well as Scrabble players.
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He attempted to his paintings around small London galleries.
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I was singing in a effort to cheer him up.
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