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sank

The correct spelling is sank.

How to pronounce sank

/sæŋk/
verb

IPA: /sæŋk/

Say it like: San-k

The correct spelling is sank. (heading, physical) To move or be moved into something. For example: "I have sunk thousands of pounds into this project."

Usage Examples

I have sunk thousands of pounds into this project.

to sink the national debt

Definition

verb

  1. 1.(heading, physical) To move or be moved into something.
  2. 2.(heading, social) To diminish or be diminished.
  3. 3.To conceal and appropriate.
  4. 4.To keep out of sight; to suppress; to ignore.
  5. 5.To pay absolutely.

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