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Question		Answer
subtleties start learning		Small, not immediately obvious details or distinctions. The subtleties of the installation rewarded viewers who looked closely.
quizzical start learning		Showing mild confusion or curiosity. The critic gave the sculpture a quizzical glance.
substance start learning		The essential quality or meaningful content of something. The exhibition had real substance beyond its striking visuals.
farce start learning		A ridiculous situation or absurd event. Some claimed the auction had become a farce rather than a celebration of art.
each to their own start learning		People have different preferences, and that is acceptable. Some love abstract art while others prefer realism; each to their own.
wacky start learning		Unusual in a funny or surprising way. The gallery displayed a wacky collection of neon sculptures.
pushing the boundaries start learning		Challenging accepted limits or conventions. The artist is pushing the boundaries of digital art.
overlooked start learning		Not noticed or not given enough attention. The overlooked painter later became influential.
showcasing start learning		Presenting something to highlight its best qualities. The museum is showcasing emerging contemporary artists.
resisting start learning		Refusing to accept or comply with something. The artwork is resisting traditional expectations.
embracing start learning		Accepting or welcoming enthusiastically. The curator is embracing experimental techniques.
associating start learning		Connecting one thing with another. Many visitors are associating the colors with urban life.
upbringing start learning		The way a person was raised. Her upbringing influenced her artistic vision.
subtle start learning		Delicate and not obvious. The painting uses subtle shifts in light.
casts start learning		Creates or throws. The sculpture casts dramatic shadows.
utterly flawless start learning		Completely perfect. Many critics called the restoration utterly flawless.
open an infinite can of worms start learning		To create endless complicated problems or debates. Questioning authorship could open an infinite can of worms in the art world.
boxing in start learning		Limiting someone's freedom or creativity. Strict rules are boxing in young artists.
magnetism start learning		A powerful attractive quality. The installation has a strange magnetism.
marginalize narratives start learning		To push certain stories or perspectives to the edge. The exhibition refuses to marginalize narratives from minority communities.
apt start learning		Suitable or appropriate. The title was apt for the thought-provoking exhibition.
to have a take on start learning		To have an opinion or interpretation. Every critic has a different take on the mural.
red herring start learning		Something that distracts from the main issue. The bright colors were a red herring hiding the deeper message.
embodiment start learning		A perfect example or representation. The sculpture is the embodiment of modern minimalism.
tedious start learning		Boring because it is too long or repetitive. The small talk became tedious after an hour.
rubbing shoulders with start learning		Meeting and spending time with important people. She enjoyed rubbing shoulders with famous chefs at the gala.
black-tie events start learning		Very formal social occasions. He often attends black-tie events for charity.
commiserated start learning		Expressed sympathy by sharing someone's disappointment. We commiserated after the cancelled reunion.
gourmet start learning		High-quality food prepared with skill. The party served gourmet dishes.
mingling start learning		Moving around and talking with different people. Guests were mingling before dinner.
engaging start learning		Interesting and pleasant. She is an engaging conversationalist.
peck start learning		A quick, light kiss. He greeted his grandmother with a peck on the cheek.
breezy start learning		Relaxed and easy-going. The conversation stayed breezy all evening.
in full swing start learning		At the busiest or most active stage. The celebration was in full swing by sunset.
social butterfly start learning		Someone who enjoys meeting many people. She's a social butterfly at every conference.
life and soul of the party start learning		The most lively and entertaining person. Tom was the life and soul of the party.
well-heeled start learning		Wealthy. The reception attracted well-heeled guests.
get-togethers start learning		Informal social meetings. We organize monthly get-togethers with friends.
letting their hair down start learning		Relaxing and enjoying themselves. Everyone was letting their hair down after the exams.
wallflower start learning		A shy person who avoids social interaction. He felt like a wallflower at the reception.
socialite start learning		A person well known in fashionable social circles. The socialite greeted everyone by name.
etiquette start learning		The accepted rules of polite behaviour. Good etiquette makes conversations smoother.
initiate start learning		To start something. She decided to initiate a conversation.
pleasantries start learning		Polite, friendly remarks. After exchanging pleasantries, they discussed travel.
rapport start learning		A good, trusting relationship. They built rapport within minutes.

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