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Broader term 4
That which busies one, or that which engages the time, attention, or labor of any one, as his principal concern or interest, whether for a longer or…
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A sudden thrust or stab; a jab.
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Flax; linen.
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The act or process of occupying or taking possession; actual possession and control; the state of being occupied; a holding or keeping; tenure; use;…
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Narrower term 5
Devotion to a particular and restricted part or branch of knowledge, art, or science; as, medical specialism.
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A particular or peculiar case; a particularity.
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The act of specializing, or the state of being spezialized.
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Particularity.
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To move along on foot; to advance by steps; to go on at a moderate pace; specifically, of two-legged creatures, to proceed at a slower or faster rate…
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Synonym 2
A race course: the ground run over.
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A call; a summons; a citation; especially, a designation or appointment to a particular state, business, or profession.
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68% interchangeable
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