hedge
Prononciation : [hɛdʒ]
Contexte : « gardening »
(noun) a type of plant or bush that is grown close to each other to form a boundary or fence. People plant hedges in their gardens to create privacy or to help keep animals away.
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The hedge in our yard is thick and green, providing a nice barrier from the street.
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The hedge around the house was too sparse, offering no protection at all.
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How tall does the hedge need to be for it to block the view?
Contexte : « finance »
(verb) to make an investment or a decision that reduces the risk of losing money. It's like putting a safety net under you when you're trying something a little risky.
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The investor decided to hedge her investments by buying stocks in both companies and bonds.
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He didn’t hedge his bets and lost all his money on that risky project.
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How can I hedge my investments to protect against losses?
Contexte : « communication »
(verb) to avoid giving a clear answer or to be cautious about making a promise. It's like dancing around the question instead of saying 'yes' or 'no' directly.
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She hedged her response, saying she would think about it before making a decision.
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He did not hedge his words and gave a definite answer right away.
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Why did you hedge your answer instead of being straight with me?