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Words For Today:  May 17, 2012


Transact

Cajole

Subordinate

Transact

To carry on or conduct business or activities to a conclusion or settlement.

Larry visited the County Commissioner's Office today to transact his business license. 

Cajole

To persuade by flattery or promises.
To coax.

John does his best to cajole me to join him in his business pursuits. 

Subordinate

Placed in or belonging to a lower order or rank.
Of less importance.
Subservient or inferior.

Reviewing the chain of comman, Connie recognized that she was subordinate to her friend, Nancy.