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How to pronounce “defy”

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Pronunciation guide for defy

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of defy with real speech in context.
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Real speech example
What You Miss When You Focus on the AverageThese so-called "miracle cases" often defy scientific understanding
Definition summary
(transitive) To challenge (someone) or brave (a hazard or opposition).

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How to pronounce defy

What You Miss When You Focus on the Average

These so-called "miracle cases" often defy scientific understanding

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “defy”

Meaning

  • [Verb]
  • (transitive) To challenge (someone) or brave (a hazard or opposition).
  • (transitive) To refuse to obey.
  • To not conform to or follow a pattern, set of rules or expectations.
  • (transitive, obsolete) To renounce or dissolve all bonds of affiance, faith, or obligation with; to reject, refuse, or renounce.
  • [Noun]
  • (obsolete) A challenge.

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