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Pierce

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Physical ActionPlay
Used when describing the action of creating a hole in a material object. SlideThe jeweler pierced a hole in the metal.
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Intentional ActPlay
Implies the act was done with purpose, often for inserting something. SlideHe pierced his ear to wear an earring.