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Confounding conversation

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hash
to discuss or review something thoroughly.
surmise
vo
to think or infer without certain or strong evidence; conjecture; guess.
connote
to suggest certain meanings or ideas in addition to the explicit or primary meaning.
intone
vo
to utter with a particular tone or voice modulation.
inquire
to seek information by questioning; ask.
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instill
to infuse slowly or gradually into the mind or feelings; insinuate.
ascertain
to find out definitely; learn with certainty or assurance; determine.
mislead
vo
to lead or guide wrongly; lead astray.
harangue
a scolding or a long or intense verbal attack.
rebuke
vo
to express sharp, stern disapproval of; reprove; reprimand.

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