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, of 利く

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Inflections of 利かせる

Common
きかせる
Meaning
    1. ①
      to bring out (the effect of); to put to good use; to make use of (e.g. threats); to use (e.g. intimidation); to take advantage of (e.g. one's influence); to season (with salt, etc.); to put in
      How about adding a little bit more salt?
    2. ②
      to use (tact, wit, etc.); to exercise; to display
      She showed a great deal of wit in handling the delicate question.
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Inflections of 効く

Common
きく
Meaning
    1. ①
      to be effective; to take effect; to be good (for)
      usu. 効く
      These pills act on the heart.
    2. ②
      to work; to function well
      usu. 利く for body senses, functions, etc.
      How dare you speak to me like that?
    3. ③
      to be possible (to do, use, etc.); to be able to
      My credit is good for 50,000 yen.
    4. ④
      to taste (alcohol); to try
      See also: 聞く (きく)
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Inflections of 利かす

きかす
Meaning
    1. ①
      to bring out (the effect of); to put to good use; to make use of (e.g. threats); to use (e.g. intimidation); to take advantage of (e.g. one's influence); to season (with salt, etc.); to put in
      He is singing with a lot of ornamentation.
    2. ②
      to use (tact, wit, etc.); to exercise; to display
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