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to inflate
01
to make something full by air or gas
Transitive: to inflate an expandable object
02
to increase something significantly or excessively
Transitive: to inflate a price
03
to expand or become swollen with air or gas
Intransitive
04
to make something seem more impressive or important than it actually is
Transitive: to inflate a fact
05
to increase the supply of currency or credit in an economy, leading to a rise in prices of goods and services
Transitive: to inflate the economy or a currency
inflate
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inflatable
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inflatable
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inflated
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inflated
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inflater
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inflater
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Example
Before the party, she inflated dozens of colorful balloons to decorate the room.
He inflated the balloon by blowing air into it until it reached its maximum size.
The swimmer inflated the life jacket before entering the water, ensuring buoyancy and safety.
To prepare for the camping trip, she inflated the air mattress to provide a comfortable sleeping surface.
The air compressor was used to inflate the inflatable bounce house for the children's birthday party.
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