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Perspiration

usgb/ˌpɜːrspəˈreɪʃn/Volume
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Understand 'perspiration' signifies a bodily function, but isn't used for all kinds of excretion. SlideAfter running, her shirt was soaked with perspiration.
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'Perspiration' can indicate stress or anxiety; it's not just from heat or illness. SlideBefore the speech, he felt nervous and perspiration appeared on his palms.
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Non-Literal UsePlay
Sometimes used to describe any type of moisture, like condensation on a glass. SlideThere was a ring of perspiration around the cold soda bottle.
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