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jug·gle
 juggle
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- pronunciation:
- juh
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- parts of speech:
- transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb)
| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
juggles, juggling, juggled |
| definition 1: |
to keep (two or more objects) in motion in the air by alternately tossing and catching them.
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| definition 2: |
to cope with (several simultaneous demanding activities).
She juggles the work of mother and professional engineer. |
| definition 3: |
to carry, hold, or catch shakily, almost dropping.
The waiter juggled three plates on one arm. |
| definition 4: |
to alter or manipulate for the purpose of deception.
They juggled the financial records.- similar words:
- manipulate
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| related words: |
pack |
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| part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
| definition 1: |
to perform tricks that involve great manual dexterity or sleight of hand, esp. to throw and catch three or more objects alternately.
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| definition 2: |
to use tricks and stratagems for deceptive purposes.
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
the act or process of juggling.
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| definition 2: |
a dishonest or deceptive stratagem; ploy; trick.
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