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Vocabulary Entry
jonah
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A Hebrew prophet who is the subject of the biblical Book of Jonah.
Example Sentences
"Jonah was swallowed by a big fish."
"In religious studies, Jonah's story is often analyzed for its themes of redemption."
"Many people use the term 'Jonah' to describe someone who brings bad luck."
V
verb
To perform an act of evasion or avoidance.
Example Sentences
"He didn't want to jonah out of his responsibilities tonight."
"She tends to jonah when faced with difficult decisions."
"Don't jonah the task at hand; it's important for your team."