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stiffed
UK
/stɪft/
US
/stɪft/
stiffed
Past Simple
stiffed
Past Simple
stiffed
Past Participle
stiffing
Gerund
UK
/stɪf/
US
/stɪf/
Informal verb meaning to cheat by not paying or to snub; requires full verb paradigm.
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The waiter was stiffed by a table that left without leaving a tip.
I tried to greet her, but she stiffed me and walked away.
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The detective found the stiff in the alleyway, covered with a sheet.
Despite his reputation as a stiff, he surprised everyone by dancing at the party.
He was such a stiff at the meeting, hardly contributing to the discussion.
The restaurant owner was frustrated after another stiff left without paying for their meal.
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The cardboard was too stiff to fold without creasing.
His manner was stiff and unapproachable during the meeting.
The competition was stiff, with many talented participants.
After the long hike, her legs felt stiff and sore.
He fixed himself a stiff gin and tonic after the long day.
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They were charging stiff for even the simplest repairs.