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- pronunciation:
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tan
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Parts
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noun |
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contretemps |
| definition: |
an embarrassing or unfortunate happening; mishap; mischance.
A silly contretemps at the party nearly destroyed their friendship.- similar words:
- mischance
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| related words: |
accident, misadventure |
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