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Connive

To open and close the eyes rapidly; to wink.

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Accede 76% connected

To approach; to come forward; -- opposed to recede.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Acquiesce 76% connected

To rest satisfied, or apparently satisfied, or to rest without opposition and discontent (usually implying previous opposition or discontent); to acc…

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Assent 76% connected

To admit a thing as true; to express one's agreement, acquiescence, concurrence, or concession.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Plot 76% connected

A small extent of ground; a plat; as, a garden plot.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Connivance 74% connected

Intentional failure or forbearance to discover a fault or wrongdoing; voluntary oversight; passive consent or cooperation.

oewn 2023 15% interchangeable

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Connivance 74% connected

Intentional failure or forbearance to discover a fault or wrongdoing; voluntary oversight; passive consent or cooperation.

oewn 2023 15% interchangeable

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Intrigue 92% connected

To form a plot or scheme; to contrive to accomplish a purpose by secret artifice.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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Scheme 92% connected

A combination of things connected and adjusted by design; a system.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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