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The legal process by which a lender takes control of a property from a borrower who has failed to make payments.
"The family lost their home due to foreclosure after missing several mortgage payments."
To stop feeling angry or resentful towards someone for an offense or mistake.
"She decided to forgive her friend for the harsh words."
Having a lasting influence on a person's development or character.
"Childhood is often described as a formative stage in life."
Having been previously in a particular role or position.
"He is a former president of the association."
In the past; previously.
"The city was formerly known as Constantinople."
Having good luck or receiving something desirable by chance.
"She was fortunate to escape the accident without injuries."
Clever, cunning, or attractive.
"He came up with a foxy plan to win the game."
An entrance hall or lobby in a building.
"The guests waited in the hotel foyer before checking in."
A small part of something; in mathematics, a number that represents part of a whole.
"Only a small fraction of the population attended the event."
A pleasant, sweet smell.
"The fragrance of fresh flowers filled the room."
open, honest, and direct in speech or expression
"She was frank about her feelings on the matter."
new, recently made, or clean and pure
"The bread is still fresh from the oven."
to make a serious or angry facial expression by wrinkling the forehead
"She frowned when she heard the bad news."
Containing as much or as many as possible; complete.
"The glass is full of water."
An activity or purpose natural to or intended for a person or thing.
"The main function of the heart is to pump blood."
Causing laughter or amusement; humorous.
"The comedian told a very funny joke."
to obtain or achieve something, often an advantage or benefit
"She gained valuable experience from her internship."
to bring people or things together; to collect
"They gathered around the fire to keep warm."
sexually attracted to people of the same sex; also used to mean cheerful or lively
"He came out as gay during college."
willing to give or share more than is necessary; kind and giving
"She is very generous with her time and money."
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