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compass

noun as in boundary, periphery

verb as in enclose

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hem in

verb as in achieve, get

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bring about

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Cemeteries are invaluable compasses, a theme that binds Enriquez’s essays, and “Somebody Is Walking on Your Grave” is an immersive testament to her genius.

From Los Angeles Times

Pan con tomate became a compass, pointing me deeper into Spain.

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It makes the whole project less overwhelming — more a compass than a straitjacket.

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That does a number on his moral compass.

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It’s as though their guiding compass is to stay ahead of audience expectations.

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