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Vocabulary Entry
prim
|adjective • verb • noun
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A
adjective
Stiffly formal and respectful in manner or appearance.
Example Sentences
"She wore a prim dress to the formal event."
"His prim response made it clear he disapproved of the casual atmosphere."
"The prim woman refused to join in the laughter, preferring to maintain her composure."
V
verb
To make neat or tidy, often referring to hair or clothing.
Example Sentences
"She primmed her hair before the important meeting."
"He took a moment to prim the edges of his jacket."
"The gardener primmed the hedges to keep them looking sharp."
N
noun
A small, delicate flower or plant.
Example Sentences
"The garden was filled with beautiful prims in a variety of colors."
"She admired the prims blooming in the spring sunshine."
"They decided to plant prims along the walkway for added color."