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Dwarf

/dwˈɔrf/
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(noun) Any member of a race of beings from (especially Scandinavian and other Germanic) folklore, usually depicted as having some sort of supernatural powers and being skilled in crafting and metalworking, often as short with long beards, and sometimes as clashing with elves.

The populations of China and India dwarf those of every other nation.
I was a dwarf compared with my hostesses.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The populations of China and India ____ those of every other nation.

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