flukes
Pronunciation: [fluːks]
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Context: "biology"
(noun) flukes are flatworms that live inside the bodies of other animals. They can be harmful and can make animals sick. Think of them like little bugs that invade other creatures.
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The vet explained that flukes can affect the health of livestock if not treated.
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The horse was free from flukes, showing no signs of illness.
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What do you know about flukes and how they affect animals?
Context: "games"
(noun) in games like poker, flukes are lucky or unexpected wins. It’s like when someone wins because of a silly accident rather than skill.
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She won the game by a fluke when the opponent made a mistake.
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His victory wasn't a fluke; he played very well throughout the match.
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Can a fluke win really happen in poker?
Context: "fishing"
(noun) a fluke is also a type of flatfish that people catch in the ocean. They are flat and look a bit like a pancake.
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He was excited to catch a large fluke while fishing at the beach.
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Unfortunately, she didn’t catch any flukes on her fishing trip.
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What makes flukes different from other types of fish?
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