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varnish
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“This is a multilayer film that is made of very thin polymer membranes that are bound with conservation-grade varnish, and this mask it is a color-accurate printed mask of just the regions that need to be restored in the painting and is otherwise transparent everywhere else,” explains Alex Kachkine, a mechanical engineer at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), who has led the study.
Varnish is a liquid that, when applied to a surface and dried, forms a hard, protective coating, often used for preserving artworks or finishes on wood.
derelict
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Since the boat removal program began in 2002, the department has hauled out more than 1,200 derelict vessels.
A derelict vessel is a boat that has been abandoned and is no longer maintained, often posing hazards to navigation and the environment.
ambidextrous
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Being ambidextrous in both frontend and backend development makes him a rare asset to the team.
Ambidextrous refers to a person who is able to use both hands with equal skill, but in a broader context, it can also imply versatility and adaptability in various skills or tasks.
malevolent
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The API is designed to reject malevolent requests that aim to overload the service.
Having or showing a wish to do evil to others; malicious or harmful in intent.
remit
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I agreed to remit the balance of my account within thirty days.
To send money as payment or to transfer funds, particularly to settle a debt or account balance.
irreparably
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In a federal lawsuit filed in Illinois, Chicago-based Mondelez said Aldi’s packaging was “likely to deceive and confuse customers” and threatened to irreparably harm Mondelez and its brands.
"Irreparably" refers to something that cannot be repaired or fixed, often implying permanent damage or harm.
schlep
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Many are less willing to schlep from store to store.
To carry or drag something heavy or cumbersome; often used informally to describe the act of going through the effort of moving from one place to another, especially when it is inconvenient.
simplicity
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I believe in simplicity by design, not by dumbing things down. The CLI-style add: input may seem minimal, but it gives power back to the user.
"Simplicity refers to the quality of being easy to understand or do, often achieved by eliminating unnecessary elements, particularly in design and functionality."
acclimatization
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It is highly likely that my body has already undergone heat acclimatization due to regular exercise and a 15kg weight loss.
Acclimatization is the process by which an individual’s body gradually adjusts to changes in its environment, such as temperature or altitude, typically due to exposure over time.
gaslight
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But I honestly think she's gaslighting. And the gaslighting is pretending that this is just a decision about nationwide injunctions and about the 1789 Judiciary Act and about the power of federal district court judges and not about real people and not about a president who has shown himself to be as hostile as he can be to migrants in this country.
"Gaslight" refers to a form of psychological manipulation in which someone seeks to make another person doubt their perceptions, memories, or reality, often to gain power or control over them.
draconian
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Apple now has three(?!) different types of fees across two different tiers for developers in Europe. Absolutely draconian, bureaucratic nightmare. Can't believe Apple is willing to torch all semblance of simplicity just to spite the EU.
"Draconian" refers to laws, rules, or measures that are excessively harsh or severe, often used in a critical context to describe regulations that are overly punitive or burdensome.
esoteric
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Despite the professor's esoteric explanation of quantum entanglement, the students remained thoroughly perplexed by the incomprehensible terminology.
"Esoteric refers to knowledge that is intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with a specialized interest or background."
drudgery
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His dreams were pulverized by years of corporate drudgery.
"Drudgery" refers to hard, menial, or dull work that is often considered tedious and lacking in excitement.
pulverize
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I love these, because they unironically illustrate how spirit, joy, curiosity, and creativity is so often ground down into a bland, pulverized mix of Approved Productivity inside the belly of the corporate beasts.
To pulverize means to reduce something to fine particles or powder, often implying a forceful or thorough process, particularly used metaphorically here to describe the crushing of creative spirit into a bland uniformity.
levy
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The Scottish government says it’s considering giving local councils the powers to impose a levy on cruise ships after a consultation with the industry and other stakeholders, to maintain local infrastructure.
A levy is an official charge or tax imposed by a government or authority, usually to raise funds for a specific purpose.
contrived
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That TV drama is popular, but I think the plot seems contrived.
"Contrived" refers to something that seems artificial or forced, lacking in naturalness or spontaneity, often used to describe plots or scenarios that do not feel realistic.
assuage
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The mayor has sought to assuage public concerns about the project.
To make (an unpleasant feeling) less intense; to ease or relieve.
scalability
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- Complete control over API endpoints and behaviors - Integration with existing Node.js ecosystems - Scalability through modular architecture
Scalability refers to the capability of a system to handle a growing amount of work or its potential to accommodate growth, particularly in the context of software architecture and development.
disastrous
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“This is also great because it allows people to stare at TV screens much less, and spend less time with this disastrous daily news, which actually makes you ask yourself what’s living about.
"Disastrous" describes something that causes great damage or harm, often in a way that leads to significant negative consequences.
mingle
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“For me, I found a haven here. … Because it’s not just about physical exercise, it’s just as much about talking to people and mingling.
"To mix or socialize with others in a casual manner, especially in a social setting."
insight
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His insight as a former CEO gave the team a new perspective on the business strategy.
Insight refers to the ability to gain an accurate and deep understanding of someone or something, often providing valuable perspectives that can influence decision-making or strategy.
go-to
Spotify is my go-to app for music.
"Go-to" refers to something that is consistently relied upon or preferred for a specific purpose, often indicating trust and familiarity.
amnesia
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I feel like this goes without saying, but when you're working with a new grad with amnesia (that's how I like to think of Claude), it's important that you write out all the context that you have in your head.
Amnesia refers to a condition where a person has a partial or total loss of memory, often affecting their ability to recall past experiences or information.
skyrocket
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I've been using AI agents including Claude Code for some time prior, but with the flat pricing, my usage skyrocketed and it's become a daily driver for many tasks. I find myself going to VS Code much less often now.
To increase rapidly or suddenly, often referring to prices or usage in a specific context.
stunned
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She was stunned by the news.
Stunned means being in a state of shock or disbelief, often due to unexpected news or events.
refute
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The best way to refute that is not get into an arugment. it is to ship working software. And, once you've shipped that working software, you have a monument to the argument that is simply immovable. You can calim that no-build doesn't work for you, you can't claim that it doesn't work.
To refute means to prove that something is false or wrong, often through argument or evidence.
redemption
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From ridicule to redemption: Rice crisis returns Koizumi to the spotlight
Redemption refers to the act of being saved from sin, error, or evil, often implying a restoration of dignity or reputation after a fall from grace.
giddy
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What a glorious time to be working in web development. It's been well over twenty years for me now, and a big release like this still makes me giddy like nothing else.
"Giddy" refers to a feeling of excitement or joy that can make someone feel lightheaded or carefree, often associated with happiness or exhilaration.