defy
Definitions
Verb
- Resist or confront with resistance
- Elude, especially in a baffling way
- Challenge
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Results:
Term
Definitions: 3
Fragments: 2
Sound Alikes: 0
Spelled Like: 20
Words that Follow: 0
Words that Precede: 0
Statistically Associated: 0
Consonant Matches: 6
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📰 This Word in the News:
Afghan musicians defy Taliban music ban to preserve centuries-old traditions
Oct 31, 2026 New Age BD
Oct 31, 2026 New Age BD
I Thought I Was Too Chesty to Wear a Bralette. The Defy Bra Proved Me Wrong.
Jul 31, 2026 The New York Times
Jul 31, 2026 The New York Times
Kotia villagers defy Odisha curbs, trek miles to vote in Andhra Pradesh rural body polls
Nov 5, 2026 The Times of India
Nov 5, 2026 The Times of India