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Current word list

Skill in deceiving others; clever trickery.
Established securely in a position.
Material suitable for a particular purpose, especially as food for a mill.
Refusing to compromise or agree; inflexible.
artifice ensconced grist intransigent

Story

The old detective, ensconced in his worn armchair, studied the case file. The suspect, a master of artifice, had woven a complex web of deceit. Every clue, every witness statement, seemed to lead to a dead end. The intransigent detective, however, refused to be deterred. He knew the truth was buried somewhere within the tangled mess. Each piece of information, no matter how insignificant, was grist for his analytical mind.

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Days turned into nights as he delved deeper into the case. He cross-examined witnesses, re-interviewed suspects, and meticulously analyzed every piece of evidence. The more he dug, the more intricate the puzzle became. Yet, the detective remained undeterred. His mind, a sharp instrument honed by years of experience, was relentless in its pursuit of the truth. He knew that beneath the layers of deception, the truth was waiting to be revealed. And he was determined to uncover it, no matter the cost.

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About this podcast

I've always wanted to expand my vocabulary, and for years I relied on spaced repetition flashcards like Anki to learn new words. However, I encountered two challenges. First, I'd use them consistently for a while, then lose the habit and have to restart. Second, while I could recall the words while studying, I never truly incorporated them into my everyday speech… [Continue Reading]