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unpleasantries

 

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Term: Unpleasantries

Definition: Unpleasant or offensive things, behavior, or remarks.


Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Part of Speech: Noun

Meaning: Offensive or disagreeable things, behavior, or remarks.

Example Sentence: The two politicians exchanged unpleasantries during the heated debate.

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Sense 2:

Part of Speech: Noun

Meaning: Unpleasant experiences or circumstances.

Example Sentence: She endured the unpleasantries of a long and tiring journey.

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Sense 3:

Part of Speech: Noun (Plural)

Meaning: Formalities, gestures, or actions performed as a social obligation but not necessarily desired.

Example Sentence: They exchanged pleasantries and unpleasantries at the obligatory office party.

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