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cleaving

Произношение: [ˈkliːvɪŋ]

Слово

Контекст: «physical action»

(verb) to split something into two pieces or to cut it apart. Imagine chopping wood or separating a piece of fruit into halves.

Пример

The lumberjack was cleaving the logs to make them easier to stack.

Пример

She didn't cleave the fruit; she left it whole on the table.

Пример

Can you cleave that piece of bread for the sandwiches?

Контекст: «relationship»

(verb) to stick closely or cling to someone or something, like being really good friends or staying next to a loved one.

Пример

The child was cleaving to her mother as they walked through the busy market.

Пример

He did not cleave to his promise, and his friends felt disappointed.

Пример

Why do you think she cleaves to her best friend so much?

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