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Term: costrue

Description:

Costrue is a verb that means to interpret or understand the meaning of a written or spoken language, especially in a particular way. It can also refer to the act of construing a sentence or a phrase.

Example Sentences:

1. She costrued his words as a sign of affection.
2. The judge costrued the law strictly according to its language.
3. It was difficult to costrue his intentions from his vague statements.
4. He costrued the poem to convey a sense of hope.

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