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Mr. Tom Posted 7 years ago
Vocabulary

Meaning of put-down

Hi

I am aware that the phrase "put-down" means a remark that is intended to make someone look stupid. Could you please tell me if these work naturally?

Enough of your put-downs.

She was passing one put-down after another.

Thanks,

Tom

PS: Any suitable synonym?

  

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"Put-down" is very casual. Use "insult" instead.

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  • "Put-down" is very casual.
  • Use "insult" instead.
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"Put-down" is very casual. Use "insult" instead.

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