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| make |
(informal) to be accepted as a member by showing that one has the necessary skills. [1/11 definitions] |
| margin |
an extra amount allowed in case more than expected is necessary. [1/3 definitions] |
| mutilate |
to destroy by cutting or tearing off a necessary part. [1/2 definitions] |
| need |
the lack of something that is necessary or essential. [2/6 definitions] |
| overhaul |
to go over carefully, taking apart as necessary and making all needed repairs. [1/3 definitions] |
| protein |
a substance that is made up of nitrogen, carbon, oxygen, hydrogen, and possibly other elements. Proteins are found in all living things and are a necessary part of life processes. |
| protoplasm |
a substance that is like a jelly and is a necessary part of plant and animal cells. |
| provide |
to supply necessary items such as money (often followed by "for"). [1/4 definitions] |
| requirement |
something that is needed or necessary. [1/2 definitions] |
| shy1 |
falling short of a necessary amount or number. [1/4 definitions] |
| simple |
consisting of few parts or things, or consisting only of things that are necessary. [1/3 definitions] |
| strategic |
important or necessary for achieving success in a war or other large undertaking. [1/2 definitions] |
| surplus |
more than what is necessary; extra. [1/2 definitions] |
| underweight |
lower in weight than is normal, desired, or necessary. |
| vital |
necessary to life. [2/4 definitions] |
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