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Today’s pangrams are BORROWING and BROWNING.
BORROWING is defined as the act of taking something with the intention of returning it. It is also defined as something that is adopted or taken from another source. It is also defined as in phonetics, the adoption of words from another language.
BROWNING is defined as the process of becoming brown in color. It is also defined as cooking food until it develops a brown surface. It is also defined as the surname of a notable person or the browning of metal through oxidation.
BOOR is defined as a rude or ill-mannered person. It is also defined as a person lacking refinement or good breeding.
BORING is defined as tedious or dull; not interesting. It is also defined as the process of drilling a hole through something.
BORN is defined as brought into existence by birth. It is also defined as having a specified natural talent or quality from birth.
BORON is defined as a chemical element with atomic number 5, used in various industrial applications.
BORROW is defined as to take something with the intention of returning it. It is also defined as to adopt or use an idea, word, or style from another source.
BRIBING is defined as the act of offering money or gifts to influence someone’s actions dishonestly.
BRIG is defined as a ship’s prison or detention area. It is also defined as a two-masted sailing vessel.
BRING is defined as to carry, convey, or cause something to come to a place. It is also defined as to cause something to happen or exist.
BRINGING is defined as the act of carrying or conveying something to a location. It is also defined as the act of causing something to happen or come into existence.
BRINING is defined as the process of soaking food in salt water to preserve or flavor it.
BRIO is defined as vigor, vivacity, or enthusiasm in performance or action.
BROW is defined as the forehead or the region above the eyes. It is also defined as the edge of a hill or cliff.
BROWN is defined as a dark color produced by mixing red, yellow, and black. It is also defined as to become or turn brown, especially through cooking or sun exposure.
GORGING is defined as eating or consuming something greedily or in large quantities. It is also defined as cutting a narrow, steep-sided ravine or valley.
GORGON is defined as in Greek mythology, a monstrous creature with snakes for hair whose gaze turns people to stone. It is also defined as a terrifying or repulsive person, especially a woman.
GORING is defined as piercing or wounding with horns or a sharp pointed object. It is also defined as sewing pieces of fabric together with a triangular or tapering piece.
GRIN is defined as to smile widely, showing the teeth. It is also defined as a wide smile showing the teeth.
GRINNING is defined as the act of smiling widely with the teeth showing.
GROG is defined as a drink made of spirits (usually rum) mixed with water. It is also defined as cheap or inferior liquor.
GROIN is defined as the area where the abdomen meets the thighs. It is also defined as the edge formed by the intersection of two vaulted surfaces in architecture.
GROW is defined as to increase in size or develop over time. It is also defined as to cultivate plants or crops.
GROWING is defined as the process of increasing in size, number, or intensity. It is also defined as the cultivation of plants.
GROWN is defined as having reached full size or maturity. It is also defined as cultivated or produced by growth.
IGNORING is defined as the act of deliberately disregarding or not paying attention to something. It is also defined as refusing to acknowledge the existence or validity of something.
INBORN is defined as present from birth; innate or natural. It is also defined as existing as a natural part of someone’s character from the beginning.
INGROWN is defined as growing abnormally into the skin or flesh, especially of a toenail. It is also defined as growing inward rather than outward.
IRON is defined as a metallic chemical element used to make steel and other alloys. It is also defined as a device with a flat heated surface used to press wrinkles out of fabric.
IRONING is defined as the process of pressing fabric with a hot iron to remove wrinkles.
NIGIRI is defined as a type of Japanese sushi consisting of rice topped with raw fish or other ingredients.
NOIR is defined as a genre of crime film or novel featuring cynical, morally ambiguous protagonists. It is also defined as a dark or black color; characteristic of film noir.
NORI is defined as a type of edible seaweed used in Japanese cuisine, often wrapped around sushi.
ORIGIN is defined as the point or place where something begins or is created. It is also defined as a person’s ancestry or family background.
RIBBING is defined as good-natured teasing or joking. It is also defined as a pattern of ribs or rib-like structures in fabric or knitting.
RIBBON is defined as a long, narrow strip of fabric used for decoration or tying. It is also defined as a strip or band of something resembling a ribbon in shape.
RIBBONING is defined as forming into or moving in ribbon-like strips or streams.
RIGGING is defined as the system of ropes, cables, and pulleys used to support and operate a ship’s sails. It is also defined as arranging or manipulating something dishonestly for a predetermined outcome.
RIGOR is defined as strictness, severity, or harshness in standards or approach. It is also defined as thorough and exact attention to detail.
RING is defined as a circular band, typically of metal, worn as jewelry. It is also defined as to produce a clear ringing sound or to cause a bell to sound.
RINGING is defined as the act of making a clear, resonant sound like a bell. It is also defined as a persistent sensation of sound in the ears; tinnitus.
ROBBING is defined as the act of taking property from someone by force or threat.
ROBIN is defined as a common songbird with a red or orange breast. It is also defined as a name derived from the bird, often used as a given name.
ROBING is defined as dressing in or putting on robes or formal clothing.
ROWING is defined as the act of propelling a boat through water using oars. It is also defined as engaging in the sport of competitive rowing.
WIRING is defined as a system of wires, especially electrical wires in a building or device. It is also defined as the act of installing wires or connecting with wire.
WORN is defined as damaged or deteriorated from use or age. It is also defined as tired or exhausted in appearance.
WRING is defined as to squeeze and twist something forcefully to extract liquid. It is also defined as to obtain something with difficulty or reluctance.
WRINGING is defined as the act of squeezing and twisting to extract liquid or moisture.
WRONG is defined as not correct or accurate; mistaken. It is also defined as morally or ethically improper; unjust or unethical.
WRONGING is defined as the act of treating someone unjustly or unfairly.
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