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grieves

The correct spelling is grieves.

How to pronounce grieves

verb

IPA: /ɡɹiːvz/

Say it like: Gree-ves

The correct spelling is grieves. To cause sorrow or distress to. For example: "to grieve one's fate"

Usage Examples

to grieve one's fate

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To cause sorrow or distress to.
  2. 2.To feel very sad about; to mourn; to sorrow for.
  3. 3.To experience grief.
  4. 4.To harm.
  5. 5.To submit or file a grievance (about).

noun

  1. 1.A governor of a town or province.
  2. 2.A manager or steward, e.g. of a farm.

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