couch
Pronunciación: [kaʊtʃ]
Palabra
Contexto: «furniture»
(noun) a couch is a big, comfortable piece of furniture that you sit on. It's where people relax, watch TV, or talk with friends. A couch usually has cushions and is perfect for a living room.
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I love sitting on the couch to read my favorite book.
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The old couch is too uncomfortable to sit on for a long time.
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Do you like to take naps on the couch?
Contexto: «communication»
(verb) to couch means to say something in a particular way or to express an idea carefully. It's like choosing your words carefully to avoid upsetting someone.
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She couched her suggestions in a really polite way.
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He didn't couch his criticism at all, and it hurt her feelings.
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How should I couch my feedback to make it more positive?
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