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An act or deed, especially a brilliant or heroic one. See Synonyms at feat1.
(noun)
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To employ to the greatest possible advantage: exploit one's talents.
(verb-transitive)
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To make use of selfishly or unethically: a country that exploited peasant labor. See Synonyms at manipulate.
(verb-transitive)
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To advertise; promote.
(verb-transitive)
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