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English noun: shoehorn

1. shoehorn (artifact) a device used for easing the foot into a shoe


Broader (hypernym)device


English verb: shoehorn

1. shoehorn (change) fit for a specific purpose even when not well suited


Pattern of useSomebody ----s something


Broader (hypernym)accommodate, adapt









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