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Traffic in downtown Wildgrove was congested while a television crew was shooting the pilot for a new series.

Select the definition of pilot that the sentence uses.

pilot \pahy-luht\ noun pl pilots 1. a person who controls an aircraft or ship: The pilot skillfully landed the plane on the runway. 2. an initial or experimental project or trial: The pilot program demonstrated that more thorough training is needed. 3. a tool or tool part that acts as a guide: The carpenter always uses a pilot to help drive the screw into the wood. — from Latin (pilotus)

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According to the terms of the promotion, we'll save ten percent at the resort if we book our room before July 1st.

Select the definition of promotion that the sentence uses.

promotion \pruh-moh-shuhn\ noun pl promotions 1. an advancement in rank or position: Mr. Huber received a promotion from assistant manager to manager. 2. support or encouragement: This organization is dedicated to the promotion of math and science education for girls. 3. something that is done to advertise or publicize a product: The fitness center is running a special promotion for new members. — from Latin (promovere)

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A dictionary entry can give you many kinds of information about a word. It usually includes a definition for each of a word's meanings, or senses.

safe \seyf\ adjective safer, safest 1. not in danger: We're safe as long as the lion stays in its cage. 2. harmless: It's safe to cross the street now. 3. providing protection or shelter: Let's find a safe spot to hide.

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The sentence uses the word promotion in the sense of 3. something that is done to advertise or publicize a product.

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