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Perspire

usgb/pərˈspaɪər/Volume
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Perspire describes a natural body response, it's not a choice. SlideEven in the shade, he began to perspire during the workout.
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Heat and StressPlay
Primarily used when discussing heat or anxiety-induced sweating. SlideInterviews always make me nervous and perspire.
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Formality LevelPlay
More formal and less commonly used than 'sweat'. SlideHe preferred to say 'perspire' rather than 'sweat' in the meeting.