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Vocabulary Entry
hedged
|verb • adjective
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verb
To protect oneself from potential loss or to avoid making a definitive decision.
Example Sentences
"The investor hedged his bets by putting money into multiple projects."
"She hedged her response to avoid offending anyone."
"They decided to hedge against inflation by buying real estate."
A
adjective
Surrounded or enclosed, often in a way that signifies protection or security.
Example Sentences
"The hedged garden created a tranquil space away from the noise."
"Hedged properties are often considered more secure."
"They felt more secure in their hedged backyard."