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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:  June 13, 2012

Maneuver

Belittle

Acclaim

Maneuver

A planned and regulated movement of troops.
An act or instance of chaning the direction of a moving vehicle.
An adroit move, skillful proceeding.

Jack was able to maneuver in and out traffic like he was an expert driver. 

Belittle

To regard or portray as less impressive or less important than appearances indicate.
Depreciate; disparage.

Joe always feels that Jacqueline makes an intentional effort to belittle his performance at work.

Acclaim

To welcome or salute with shouts of joy and approval.
To announce or proclaim with enthusiastic approval.

The city will welcome home the champions and acclaim them heroes of the community.