peripheral
adjectiveAt the edge or less central to the main subject.
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Clear all filtersAt the edge or less central to the main subject.
A greater amount, number, weight, or influence than the alternatives.
Greater amount or influence
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To increase or spread rapidly.
So clear or strong that it is readily perceived; literally, able to be touched.
Readily perceived
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An imitation that exaggerates distinctive features for comic or critical effect.
Readily allowing behavior or choices, often with few restrictions.
Deliberately contrary to what is expected or reasonable; also contrary in an unexpected way.
Deliberately contrary
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Presenting another person's words, ideas, or work as one's own without proper acknowledgment.
An excessive abundance or very large amount.
Exaggeratedly self-important or ceremonious.
Inflated self-importance
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The people living in a particular place or country.
The people of future generations.
Unstable, insecure, or exposed to danger or failure.
Unstable or insecure
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To cause something to happen suddenly or sooner than expected.
Something that comes before another thing and signals or contributes to its development.
To make someone or something more likely to respond or develop in a particular way.
Influenced by a preconceived opinion that lacks a fair basis.
Planned or considered in advance, especially before a wrongful act.
A false appearance, claim, or show of something.
To prove stronger or more successful, or to be generally present.
Win or prove stronger
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Most widespread, influential, or commonly accepted at the time.
Very deep, intense, or showing considerable understanding.
Deep in thought or effect
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Produced or offered in large amounts.
An abundance or lavish supply of something.
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