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Improper Prefixes 3
The following definitions are for words that appear to have prefixes that lead to those improper definitions. The pronunciation for the "incorrect definition" may be different ("co ward" instead of "coward"). Example: to put something back together before it is broken = prefix (pre fix).
1) 96000 ounces
2) to write a poem again
3) widespread pain
4) no longer abundant
1) 96000 ounces
2) to write a poem again
3) widespread pain
4) no longer abundant
Answer
1) triton (tri ton)2) reverse (re verse)
3) panache (pan ache)
4) example (ex ample)
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Very good!
I didn't quite get it... once I read the answers it was clear this was a great teaser. Guess I didn't get enough sleep last night!
Me too, again. I didn't quite understand the instructions so I was lost, gave up and then after reading the answer felt like Duh! Great job - maybe just a little clearer example, sorry for the pun!
More please, and I promise not to give up next time.
More please, and I promise not to give up next time.
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