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to ply
01
to offer or supply something generously or abundantly, often in response to a request or need
Ditransitive: to ply sb with a resource
Examples
The generous community rallied together to ply the disaster-stricken area with essential supplies and support.
During the harsh winter, local charities worked tirelessly to ply the homeless population with warm clothing and hot meals.
02
to use a tool skillfully and diligently, often in a repetitive or continuous manner
Transitive: to ply a tool
Examples
The carpenter would ply his chisel, shaping the intricate details of the wooden sculpture with precision.
Artisans in the pottery workshop ply the potter's wheel to mold and shape clay into vessels.
03
to engage in a task or activity with focused effort and dedication
Transitive: to ply an activity or skill
Examples
Despite facing challenges, she continued to ply her trade as an artist.
The entrepreneur was determined to ply their business, putting in countless hours to build and grow the startup.
04
to travel along a specific path on a regular basis
Transitive: to ply a path
Examples
The bus would ply the city streets, stopping at designated locations to pick up and drop off passengers.
Fishermen would ply the river each morning, casting their nets in the hopes of a bountiful catch.
Ply
01
a layer of material, such as cloth, paper, or wood, especially one of several bonded layers
Examples
Plywood is made of multiple plies of wood glued together.
The book 's pages were composed of several plies of paper.
02
a strand or thread, often twisted with others to form yarn, rope, or cord; frequently used in combination
Examples
This rope is made of three plies twisted together.
The yarn is a two-ply cotton suitable for knitting.
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pliancy
pliant
plyer
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