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Words To Go is a blog for folks looking to expand and improve their everyday vocabulary.  Each day, three new words are featured with their definitions and examples of their use. 

Make a commitment to use these words both conversationally and in the written word.


Words For Today:  April 13, 2012


Unleased

Anecdote

Desperate


Unleased

To release from.
Set loose to pursue or run at will.

George unleased the hounds as the horns sounded. 

Anecdote

A short account of a particular incident or event.
Brief, obscure historical or biographical account.

He often used an anecdote to convey a point in his presentation.

Desperate

Reckless or dangerous because of despair or urgency.
Having an urgent need. 
Leaving little or no hope.

Cynthia was desperate for help but found it difficult to ask.