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plight

noun verb

A solemn pledge of fidelity

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Word length
6
Starts with
P
Ends with
T
Contains
LI
Scrabble score
12
CEFR level
C1

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noun

  1. A solemn pledge of fidelity

noun

  1. A situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one

    “Finds himself in a most awkward predicament”

verb

  1. Promise solemnly and formally

    “I pledge that I will honor my wife”

verb

  1. Give to in marriage

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Finds himself in a most awkward predicament
The woeful plight of homeless people
I pledge that I will honor my wife

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