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Vocabulary Entry
slate
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A flat piece of material used for writing or drawing, or a term for a list of candidates or items.
Example Sentences
"The teacher handed out slate boards to the students."
"They reviewed the slate of candidates before the election."
"She wrote notes on a small slate during the meeting."
V
verb
To schedule or plan something, often used in the context of events or tasks.
Example Sentences
"We need to slate the meeting for next Wednesday."
"The team slates their projects well in advance."
"She was slated to present her findings at the conference."
A
adjective
Describing something that is a dark bluish-gray color, similar to slate rock.
Example Sentences
"The walls were painted a slate gray, giving the room a modern look."
"She wore a slate-colored dress to the event."
"The sky turned slate as the storm rolled in."