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Something that closes something securely; Any of various aquatic carnivorous mammals found chiefly in the Northern Hemisphere and having a sleek, torpedo-shaped body and limbs that are paddle-shaped.

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  • A prompt, generous letter of thanks can seal a commitment which otherwise might disappear when the going gets rough.
  • seal is an acronym for Sea Air and Land
  • seal the windows
  • A coat of seal
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  • "Ceil" is to put in a lining or a ceiling, "ciel" is a blue color, "seal" means either a symbol of authenticity or to close or finalize, while "seel" means to close a falcon's eyes.
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