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Question
Look at the following set of words and mention what is common to them both in form and meaning.
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Snuffle |
snort |
sniffle |
snore |
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Solution
All the words given are different ways of breathing
Snuffle: To breathe noisily due to cold or because of crying
Snort: To breathe air out noisily through the nose to show anger
Sniffle: To breathe air from the nose in a way that makes a sound, especially while crying or on having cold
Snore: To breathe noisily through nose and mouth while sleeping
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