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Enemy

usgb/ˈenəmi/Volume
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Enemy implies strong feelings like hate, not just disapproval or disliking. SlideAfter the feud, he viewed his former friend as an enemy.
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An enemy isn't always openly aggressive; they can be secretly hostile. SlideShe smiled, but I knew she was my enemy.
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Can refer to a rival in sports, business, or competition, not just personal conflict. SlideIn the final match, our team faces its greatest enemy.
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