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delve
verb
to carry on intensive and thorough research for data, information, or the like; investigate.
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- First recorded before 900.
- Comes via the Middle English word delven from Old English delfan.
- Has an archaic sense of “to dig.”
EXAMPLES OF DELVE
- The author’s new book will delve into the complexities of human emotions and relationships.
- The detective decided to delve deeper into the mysterious disappearance of the valuable painting.
irenic
adjective
tending to promote peace or reconciliation; peaceful or conciliatory.
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- First recorded in 1860–65.
- Comes from the Greek word eirēnikós, equivalent to eirḗn(ē), “peace.”
- Related to the name “Irene.”
EXAMPLES OF IRENIC
- As tensions rose between the feuding families, they longed for an irenic resolution to their dispute.
- Her irenic approach to conflict resolution often diffused tense situations in the office.
stratum
noun
one of a number of portions or divisions likened to layers or levels.
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- First recorded 1590–1600.
- Comes from the Latin word strātum, which means literally “a cover.”
- Strātum comes from the past participle of sternere, “to spread, strew.”
EXAMPLES OF STRATUM
- The novel delves into the protagonist’s psyche, uncovering hidden strata of emotions and motivations.
- The artist’s work often explores the complexities of human existence by depicting different strata of society in her paintings.
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