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to penetrate
01
to move through something, typically overcoming resistance
Transitive: to penetrate sth
02
to comprehend or grasp the meaning or significance of something
Transitive: to penetrate meaning of something
03
to become clear or fully understood
Intransitive
04
to insert a sexual organ into that of the sexual partner
Transitive: to penetrate sb
05
to spread or permeate deeply into something
Transitive: to penetrate a space
06
to gain unauthorized entry into an organization or system
Transitive: to penetrate an organization or system
penetrate
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penetr
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penetrating
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penetration
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penetration
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penetrative
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penetrative
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Example
The drill easily penetrated the hard surface, creating a hole.
With determination, he managed to penetrate the dense jungle.
The bullet was designed to penetrate armor for increased effectiveness.
The scent of roses penetrated the garden, attracting bees and butterflies.
The scent of pine trees penetrated the air, signaling their arrival in the forest.
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