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Exitto examine a part of the body by touch, typically to detect any abnormalities
The doctor decided to palpate the patient's abdomen to check for any unusual masses or tenderness.
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to examine a part of the body by touch, typically to detect any abnormalities
The doctor decided to palpate the patient's abdomen to check for any unusual masses or tenderness.
to renounce or reject a belief, cause, or claim formally
After years of activism, she decided to abjure her past beliefs in favor of a more moderate approach.
to move in a turbulent fashion or to become deeply involved in something chaotic
As the storm raged outside, the papers on his desk began to welter in the gusty winds, creating a chaotic whirlwind of documents.
to predict or foretell future events
The ancient oracle vaticinated about the rise and fall of empires, capturing the imagination of generations.
to heal or form a scar on a wound
After several weeks, the wound began to cicatrize, leaving behind a faint scar that reminded her of the accident.