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uncork [ʌnˈkɔːk] vb (tr)
1. to draw the cork from (a bottle, etc.) 2. to release or unleash (emotions, etc.) ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms Translations How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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They implored him not to uncork the bottle, since they and all their people were firm friends of the white men, and would always remain so; but, should the small-pox be once let out, it would run like wildfire throughout the country, sweeping off the good as well as the bad; and surely he would not be so unjust as to punish his friends for crimes committed by his enemies. "AU REVOIR," said the Musketeer, making a sign to Grimaud to uncork the bottle he had just brought. Then take a two-ounce bottle of chloroform, uncork it, and slip it under the edge of the box. |
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