inflicts

present tense third-person singular of inflict

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Verb
  • Printing money is politically expedient, but imposes a hidden cost on savers.
    Dave Birnbaum, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
  • By rejecting the shame society imposes on survivors, Gisèle has inspired others to speak out and demand change.
    Chloe Laws, Glamour, 19 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Its mission is helping solar scientists better understand the sun, whose magnetized material creates solar wind in the solar system.
    Jamie Carter, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Decluttering creates space for focus and innovation.
    Maha Abouelenein, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Reporting Deadline Which brings us back to the role of the individual.
    Roger Trapp, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • That brings her and partner Curtis (Gershwyn Eustache) into conflict with the wealthy and powerful ruling family of Kingston, with a possible connection to the London case that led to Millie's ouster from the Yard.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
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