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mortify
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/ˈmɔːtɪfaɪ/
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/ˈmɔrtɪfaɪ/
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Compare the meanings of “mortify” in “mortifying the flesh” and “He was mortified by his mistake.”
Explain why “was mortified” is passive here and how to use “mortify” in the active voice.
Distinguish “mortified” from “mortifying” and give an example of each.
Compare “mortify” with “embarrass,” “humiliate,” and “offend” in these contexts.
Give five natural collocations or phrases with “mortify” and translate them into Russian.
Write three B2-level sentences using “mortify,” including one about a social situation.
Make a short dialogue in which someone describes a mortifying experience and responds supportively.
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