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pried

Произношение: [praɪd]

Слово

Контекст: «manipulation»

(verb) to use a tool to lift or open something that is shut tightly. Imagine using a screwdriver to open a lid on a jar that won't come off easily.

Пример

She pried the lid off the paint can without any trouble.

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He didn't manage to pry the box open; it stayed closed.

Пример

Can you help me pry this stuck drawer open?

Контекст: «inquiry»

(verb) to ask someone a lot of questions in a way that feels intrusive. Like when someone keeps asking too many personal questions that make you uncomfortable.

Пример

He didn't mind when she pried into his weekend plans.

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I felt bad when he pried into my private life.

Пример

Why do you think people often pry into each other's business?

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