Anneal and Contract

Anneal

Anneal verb - Bring to a desired consistency, texture, or hardness by a process of gradually heating and cooling.
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Contract and anneal are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Contract" instead a verb "Anneal".

Contract

Contract verb - To become affected with (a disease or disorder).

Anneal and contract are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Anneal" instead a verb "Contract".

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