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Abil Posted 12 years ago
Grammar
Fleece
The officer has fleeced each family who submitted the application of Rupees 600, the sources said.
Is the verb fleece is appropriate in the above sentence? What other alternatives can be used? Thanks.
Is the verb fleece is appropriate in the above sentence? What other alternatives can be used? Thanks.
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To fleece means to overcharge, cheat or swindle someone. If this is what you wish to say, the verb fleece is appropriate. Overcharged, cheated or swindled are possible alternatives.
- To fleece means to overcharge, cheat or swindle someone.
- If this is what you wish to say, the verb fleece is appropriate.
- Overcharged, cheated or swindled are possible alternatives.
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To fleece means to overcharge, cheat or swindle someone. If this is what you wish to say, the verb fleece is appropriate. Overcharged, cheated or swindled are possible alternatives.
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