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mince

verb as in chop up

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verb as in pose, put on airs

verb as in euphemize, hold back in communication

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On Wednesday night, the shortstop did not mince words about his recent offensive struggles, saying he has “just been terrible” after batting .164 in 13 games since the start of the National League Division Series.

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Her onion and caramelized tomato paste hacks work well with the lasagna’s flavor profile, although before I browned my ground turkey, I also sauteed some minced garlic.

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Calling it “a joke,” Jillette doesn’t mince words when it comes to the current president.

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Some people aren't mincing their words about it either, calling the deals "circular financing" or even "vendor financing" - where a company invests in or lends to its own customers so they can continue making purchases.

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After an inconsistent start to the season for USC’s secondary, the defensive coordinator stood in front of a cadre of cameras and didn’t mince words.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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