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​(A proofreader's note regarding “loath” and “loathe”)

Though “loath” and “loathe” may sound the same,
When played, their meanings part,
For one will serve as adjective,
The other, verb at heart.

While “loath” describes reluctance mere,
The “e” of “loathe” extends
Its meaning to extremity:
“To feel dislike intense.”

When “loath” and “loathe” for share appear,
Decipher whether verb;
The latter word may then be clear
Or hint at room for curb.