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backlash
Noun
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A backlash is a sudden backward motion.
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A backlash is a negative reaction or objection, usually having a violent or abrupt nature.
The politician received public backlash soon after he made his proposal to the citizens.
free
Adjective
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If something is free, it does not cost money to buy.
This loaf of bread is free. It costs $0.
The government provides free healthcare for people who cannot afford it.
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If something is free, it is able to go (move) anywhere easily.
A wild bird is free to go where it likes.
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If something is free, it is not blocked.
The drain was free of anything blocking it.
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If something or someone is free, it is not in use.
This chair does not have anyone sitting in it. It is free.
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When something is free, it has no conditions or limitations to using or being in it.
This is a free country. You can have your own freedom of speech here.
free
Verb
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If you free something or someone, you release it.
She frees the birds because they do not belong in a cage.
We officially free you from jail. You may go.
table
Noun
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A raised flat surface.
He sat at the table to eat.
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A list of information in rows and columns.
He looked at the data table.
table
Verb
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To propose in a meeting.
We will table a new motion.
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To end or postpone in a meeting.
I vote to table discussion.