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ropes plural
the characteristic peculiarities and technicalities of something
- needs a mentor who will show her the ropes of running a catering business
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ropes plural
the specific practical details of something
- still learning the ropes of her new job
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rope
verbSynonyms & Antonyms of rope (Entry 2 of 2)
as in strap, wire
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“Rope.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rope. Accessed 24 Jul. 2021.
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