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Shimsy

Noun:

• Sense 1: A small, thin piece of material used for leveling or supporting objects.
• Sense 2: The act of using shims.

Example Sentences:

1. I placed a shimsy under the wobbly table leg to keep it steady.
2. Before installing the window, he used shimsys to ensure a proper fit.
3. The cabinet installer employed shimsys to align the doors perfectly.

Adjective:

• Sense 1: Of or relating to something that is flimsy or delicate in nature.
• Sense 2: Having the quality of being shaky or unstable.

Example Sentences:

1. The fragile vase felt very shimsy in my hands.
2. The makeshift bridge was constructed using shimsy materials, making it unsafe.
3. Her excuses for being late seemed shimsy and unconvincing.

Verb:

• Sense 1: To use shims in order to level or stabilize something.

Example Sentences:

1. The carpenter expertly shimmed the door frame to eliminate any gaps.
2. We need to shim the table leg so it doesn't wobble.
3. The mechanic shimmed the engine mount to prevent vibrations.

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