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Wordabulary

establish

Pronunciation
Verb A2 Elementary

Quick answer

To set something up so it becomes permanent or accepted, or to prove a fact.

"The company was established over a century ago by two brothers."

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Which word fits the gap? "The company was _____ over a century ago by two brothers."

Answer: establish

In your own words, what does "establish" mean?

To set something up so it becomes permanent or accepted, or to prove a fact.

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