kishaushi

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Meaning

something that tempts or entices someone to do something, often against their better judgment.

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Often relates to moral or worldly temptation.

Examples

• Pesa nyingi zilikuwa kishawishi kikubwa kwake.The large sum of money was a great temptation for him.
• Alijizuia asiangukie kishawishi cha kuiba.He restrained himself from falling into the temptation to steal.
• Je, huoni hiki ni kishawishi tu?Don't you see this is just a temptation?
• Vishawishi vya mjini vilimfanya asahau malengo yake.The city's temptations made him forget his goals.

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