infusion
Pronunciation
Noun
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The act of adding a new quality or element to something, or a drink made by soaking something in hot water.
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Which word fits the gap? "The company needed an _____ of cash to survive the year."
Answer: infusion
In your own words, what does "infusion" mean?
The act of adding a new quality or element to something, or a drink made by soaking something in hot water.
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