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Term: "in vein"

Description:

The phrase "in vein" is commonly used to describe actions or efforts that are done without success or without achieving the desired outcome. It can also refer to doing something in a manner that is characteristic of or in line with one's established pattern or personality.

Possible Parts of Speech:

• Noun
• Adjective
• Adverb

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

- The vein in a person's body through which blood flows.

Adjective:

- Describing something that is related to or affect someone at a personal level.

- Describing something that is characteristic of or in line with the established pattern or personality of someone.

Adverb:

- Indicating that an action or effort is done without success or without achieving the desired outcome.

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

1. When the nurse inserted the needle, she missed the vein.
2. The doctor performed surgery to remove a blood clot from his leg vein.

Adjective:

1. Her efforts to improve the project were completely in vein.
2. His efforts to convince her to go on a date with him were in vain.

Adverb:

1. Despite studying all night, he in vain attempted to pass the difficult exam.
2. She tried to persuade her boss to give her a raise, but her efforts were in vein.

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