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No. 14,166 in German

giftet

"Giftet" is the third-person singular or informal second-person singular of "giften," meaning "to poison" or "acts spitefully" depending on context.

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  • Der Streit zwischen den Nachbarn giftet seit Jahren.

    The argument between the neighbors has been toxic for years.

    Usage of 'giftet' as related to a situation generating poison or toxicity.

  • Die Schlange giftet und droht mit einem Angriff.

    The snake poisons and threatens to attack.

    Representation of actual poisoning act, 'giftet' refers to the snake being venomous.

  • Der wütende Mann giftet Worte der Kritik in den Raum.

    The angry man spits words of criticism into the room.

    Metaphorical use of 'giftet' to describe uttering harmful or destructive comments.

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