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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

mire

/maɪər/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does mire mean?

noun, verb

A wetland area with soft ground that sinks underfoot, or to cause someone or something to become stuck or trapped in a difficult situation. To cause someone or something to become stuck or trapped in a difficult situation.

Example

"The hikers became mired in the swamp, unable to move forward."

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