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Vocabulary Entry
shirk
|verb • noun
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V
verb
to avoid or evade a duty or responsibility
Example Sentences
"He decided to shirk his chores and play video games instead."
"Don't shirk your responsibilities; it's important to be accountable."
"She was criticized for shirking her duties at work."
N
noun
the act of avoiding or neglecting a duty
Example Sentences
"His shirk in completing the project led to its failure."
"The teacher noticed a pattern of shirk among some students."
"Shirk is not an option when it comes to teamwork."