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Today’s pangrams are PARANOID and RAINDROP.
PARANOID is defined as excessively suspicious or distrustful of others without reasonable justification. It is also defined as characterized by irrational fears of persecution or harm. It is also defined as relating to a mental state marked by delusions of grandeur or persecution.
RAINDROP is defined as a single drop of water falling from a cloud during rainfall.
ADORN is defined as to decorate or embellish something with ornaments or accessories. It is also defined as to make something more attractive or beautiful.
AIRDROP is defined as the delivery of supplies, equipment, or personnel by dropping them from an aircraft. It is also defined as to deliver something by dropping it from an aircraft.
ANDIRON is defined as a metal support, typically one of a pair, used to hold logs in a fireplace.
ANDROID is defined as a humanoid robot or artificial being designed to resemble a human.
ARDOR is defined as intense passion, enthusiasm, or fervent devotion. It is also defined as strong emotional intensity or zeal.
ARID is defined as having little or no rainfall; extremely dry. It is also defined as lacking liveliness, interest, or imagination; dull.
DARN is defined as to mend a hole in fabric by sewing with interlaced stitches. It is also defined as a mild exclamation used as a substitute for a stronger curse word. It is also defined as the hole or damage being mended in fabric.
DINAR is defined as a monetary unit used in various Middle Eastern and North African countries.
DINO is defined as informal short form for dinosaur.
DODO is defined as an extinct flightless bird from Mauritius. It is also defined as a stupid or foolish person.
DONOR is defined as a person who gives or donates something, especially blood or organs. It is also defined as an entity that provides resources, funds, or assistance.
DOODAD is defined as a small gadget or object whose name is forgotten or unknown.
DOOR is defined as a movable barrier used to open or close an entrance to a room or building. It is also defined as an opportunity or means of access to something.
DORADO is defined as a large, golden marine fish highly prized by sport fishermen. It is also defined as spanish word for golden, often used in place names like El Dorado.
DRAIN is defined as to cause liquid to flow out or be removed from something. It is also defined as to exhaust or deplete physical, mental, or financial resources. It is also defined as a pipe or channel through which liquid is carried away.
DRIP is defined as to fall or let fall in small drops. It is also defined as a drop of liquid or the sound of something dripping. It is also defined as an intravenous tube used to deliver medication or fluids into the body.
DROID is defined as informal short form for android or robot.
DROOP is defined as to bend or hang down limply or weakly. It is also defined as to become sad, tired, or dispirited.
DROP is defined as to fall or let something fall from a height. It is also defined as a small amount of liquid that forms a sphere. It is also defined as to discontinue or abandon something.
INDOOR is defined as located, designed, or used inside a building rather than outdoors.
INROAD is defined as an advance, incursion, or invasion into a territory or domain. It is also defined as a gradual encroachment or reduction in something’s size or effectiveness.
NADA is defined as spanish word meaning nothing; used in English to mean zero or nothing at all.
NADIR is defined as the lowest point or most unsuccessful time in something’s development. It is also defined as the point on the celestial sphere directly below an observer.
NAIAD is defined as in Greek mythology, a water nymph associated with freshwater bodies like rivers and springs.
NONPAID is defined as not remunerated; performed or given without payment.
ODOR is defined as a smell, typically one that is unpleasant or distinctive. It is also defined as a particular scent or fragrance.
OPIOID is defined as a drug or chemical compound that binds to opioid receptors and produces morphine-like effects. It is also defined as a synthetic or natural substance used for pain relief and potentially leading to addiction.
ORDAIN is defined as to formally invest someone with religious authority, especially as a priest or minister. It is also defined as to issue an official decree or command.
PAID is defined as having received payment for work or services rendered. It is also defined as past tense of pay; having given money in exchange for goods or services.
PANDA is defined as a large black and white bear native to China, feeding primarily on bamboo.
PANDAN is defined as a tropical plant with aromatic leaves used in Southeast Asian cooking and desserts.
PARADROP is defined as to drop personnel or supplies from an aircraft using parachutes; an airdrop by parachute.
PARDON is defined as to forgive or excuse someone for an offense. It is also defined as an official release from punishment for a crime, granted by an authority. It is also defined as a polite expression used when asking someone to repeat themselves or to excuse an interruption.
PODIA is defined as plural of podium; raised platforms or lecterns from which speakers address audiences.
POND is defined as a small body of water that is man-made or naturally occurring.
PROD is defined as to poke or push something with a pointed object. It is also defined as to urge or encourage someone to take action. It is also defined as a pointed stick or tool used for poking.
RADAR is defined as a system for detecting objects using radio waves that bounce off their surfaces. It is also defined as an ability to notice or detect something, especially intuitively.
RADIAN is defined as a unit of angle measurement in which one radian equals the angle subtended by an arc equal in length to the radius.
RADII is defined as plural of radius; the plural form of a line from the center of a circle to its circumference. It is also defined as multiple radial bones in the forearm of vertebrates.
RADIO is defined as a device for receiving transmitted electromagnetic signals and converting them into sound. It is also defined as the transmission of sound or signals using radio waves. It is also defined as to communicate with someone using a radio transmitter.
RADON is defined as a colorless, odorless radioactive gas that is a decay product of uranium.
RAID is defined as a sudden attack or incursion into enemy territory. It is also defined as an unexpected visit or search by law enforcement or officials. It is also defined as to make a sudden attack on or into.
RAND is defined as the currency of South Africa. It is also defined as a border or edge, especially of a leather shoe or hide.
RANDO is defined as informal term for a random or unknown person.
RAPID is defined as occurring or moving with great speed; fast. It is also defined as a fast-moving section of a river where water rushes over rocks or obstacles.
RIND is defined as a tough outer skin or layer of a fruit, cheese, or other food. It is also defined as bark or outer layer of a tree.
ROAD is defined as a paved or unpaved way or route for vehicles and pedestrians. It is also defined as a path or course taken toward achieving a goal or destination.
RONDO is defined as a musical form in which a principal theme alternates with contrasting sections.
ROOD is defined as a crucifix, especially one positioned above the entrance to a choir in a medieval church. It is also defined as a unit of area equal to one quarter of an acre. It is also defined as an old unit of length.
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