Writ
//ɹɪt//
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The word "writ" can be used as noun and verb.
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Holy Writ drop the writ handwrit prerogative writ proverbs should be writ in pairs underwrit writ large writ of assistance writ of attachment writ of execution writ of habeas corpus writ of inquiry writ of mandamus writ of privilege writ of prohibition writ of right writ of summons writ small writ-room
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