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Based on the clue in parentheses, find a four-letter word that can be inserted backwards into the blank to complete a longer word.
Example: di____ve (a defeat)
Answer: dissolve ("A defeat" gives you LOSS, which is placed backwards in the blank: di_SSOL_ve.)
1. v____ied (discharge)
2. par____s (lease)
3. r____ing (neck hair)
4. be____es (it conceals)
Example: di____ve (a defeat)
Answer: dissolve ("A defeat" gives you LOSS, which is placed backwards in the blank: di_SSOL_ve.)
1. v____ied (discharge)
2. par____s (lease)
3. r____ing (neck hair)
4. be____es (it conceals)
Hint
Here are clues for the eight-letter words:1. confirmed
2. associates
3. giving new identity
4. has faith
Answer
1. verified (FIRE - v_ERIF_ied)2. partners (RENT - par_TNER_s)
3. renaming (MANE - r_ENAM_ing)
4. believes (VEIL - be_LIEV_es)
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