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pried

/praɪd/ verb · British & US
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What does pried mean?

verb

past tense of 'pry', to force or lever something open, or to obtain information by asking indirect questions.

Example

"She pried open the stuck drawer with a screwdriver."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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