Word of the DayWord of the Day · October 8, 2026
juxtapose
- JUK-stuh-pohz · verb
- To place two things side by side for contrasting effect.
- “The report juxtaposes urban and rural unemployment rates to highlight disparities.”
- Origin: From French 'juxtaposer' from Latin 'juxta' (beside) and French 'poser' (to place).
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