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/eksiˈxente/

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Translation

demanding, strict

Word origin

From the present participle of Latin exigere ('to demand, drive out'), from ex ('out') plus agere ('to drive').

Origin
Latin
Root
exigere
English cognates
exigent, exact

Grammar

Masc pluralexigentes

Examples

deberes.

Our teacher is very strict about homework.

paladar cualquier .

She has a fussy palate and does not eat just anywhere.

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The new boss is demanding, but also fair.

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Why are you so demanding of yourself?

requiere mucha .

It is a demanding job that requires a lot of concentration.

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This word is part of lesson 95.