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Tail vs. Tale
tail
Definition
the posterior part of the body of a vertebrate especially when elongated and extending beyond the trunk or main part of the body
Examples
the tail of the storm, The dog's wagging his tail.
tale
Definition
a story that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
Examples
his tale was interesting
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