“Vices” or “Vises”

vices / vises are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term.

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vices v·AY·s·ah·z

nouna specific form of evildoing.

vises

nouna holding device attached to a workbench; has two jaws to hold workpiece firmly in place.

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“vices”

…were among the more common vices recorded.
…it as "a really good video.
…paradise" relatively unaffected by the vices of civilization and also free…
…treatment of their serfs, and vices of the clergy.
…was fond of all the vices which the beau monde call…
New Vices
…a vehicle to explore the vices of drinking, commenting on the…
According to Vices Ezra Marcus, vaporwave was one…

“vises”

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