
Description of indict (verb) to charge with a crime; to criticize; to accuse
Samples of indict The grand jury indicted her and her husband for embezzlement and six other lesser counts.
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Description of broach (verb) to introduce into conversation; to open a subject for discussion
Samples of broach Broaching the touchy subject was difficult.
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Description of proselytize (verb) to convert from one belief or religion to another
Samples of proselytize The preacher often attempts to proselytize wayward travelers.
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Description of litigate (verb) to involve a lawsuit; to dispute legally
Samples of litigate A number of the state attorneys-general are litigating against the tobacco companies.
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Description of cherish (verb) to feel love for; to care for; to treasure
Samples of cherish The bride vowed to cherish the groom for life.
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Description of convoke (verb) to call to assemble; to summon
Samples of convoke The teacher convoked her students in the auditorium to help prepare them for the play.
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Description of rectify (verb) to correct; to adjust; to fix
Samples of rectify The service manager rectified the shipping mistake by refunding the customer's money.
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Description of pique (verb) to provoke; to irritate; to offend
Samples of pique The more he piqued her, the redder she grew.
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Description of lament (verb) to mourn; to grieve; to regret
Samples of lament Pedro's only lament was that his wife didn't outlive him.
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Description of instigate (verb) to start; to provoke; to inflame; to incite
Samples of instigate It was uncertain to the police as to which party instigated the riot.
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