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conk

conk  n.— «Often the first thing that is observed is what is called a conk—this is a diagnostic sign. The conk starts as a button-like growth that forms near the base of the trunk. This mushroom manifestation eventually changes into a...

overhire

overhire  n.— «In January, Krauss was given authority to hire 11 new officers, including five officers whose main responsibilities would be to cover vacations, work-related medical leaves and other absences that prevent cops from being on...

bucket biology

bucket biology  n.— «This illegal introduction, like the Arnica Creek episode, is a sign of a phenomenon widespread in lakes and streams throughout North America. Known among fisheries professionals as bucket biology, these clandestine...

man sick

man sick  n.— «Added to that is a highly macho culture, where suffering from a sexually transmitted infection—or “man sick” as it is commonly called—is a sign of virility; a barrier to both condom use and medical treatment...

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