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militated

 

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Verb militate has 1 sense
  1. militate - have force or influence; bring about an effect or change; "Politeness militated against this opinion being expressed"
    --1 is one way to
    influence, act upon, work
    Sample sentences:
    Somebody ----s something
    Something ----s something

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Militated

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense: To have a significant effect or influence against something

Description: When something militates against a particular outcome or action, it acts as an obstacle, counterforce, or impediment that makes it difficult for that outcome or action to occur.

Examples:

  1. The lack of funding militated against the success of the project.
  2. His inexperience militated against his chances of getting the promotion.
  3. The strict regulations militated against the company's growth.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense: To engage in warfare or combat

Description: When engaging in warfare or combat, individuals or groups militate against their adversaries by actively opposing, resisting, or fighting against them.

Examples:

  1. The rebel forces militated against the government troops.
  2. Throughout history, many nations militated against foreign invasions.
  3. The soldiers were prepared to militate against any threat to their homeland.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense: To have a significant effect or influence in favor of something

Description: In some contexts, militating can also imply an action or effort that supports or works favorably towards a desired outcome.

Examples:

  1. The data presented militated in favor of implementing the new strategy.
  2. The positive reviews from satisfied customers militated for the brand's success.
  3. The high demand for the product militated towards expanding production.

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