Flay and Wax

Flay

Flay verb - To criticize (someone) severely or angrily especially for personal failings.
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Synonyms for Flay

Wax and flay are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Wax" instead a verb "Flay".

Wax

Wax verb - To coat (something) with a slippery substance in order to reduce friction.

Flay and wax are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Flay" instead a verb "Wax".

Nearby Words: waxed, waxy, waxing, waxen, waxwork

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ships flay ships wax ships
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