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8 Cards in this Set
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Curb |
To control or limit sth,especially sth bad |
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Precarious |
Not safe or certain;dangeeous |
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Renovate |
Sth to repair and paint an old building,a piece of furniture,etc. So that it is in good condition |
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Sag(v.) |
1.to hang or bend down in the middle,specially because of weight or pressure 2.become weaker or fewer |
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Raspy |
(Of sb's voice) having a rough sound,as if the person has a sore throat |
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Tug |
To pull sth hard, often several times |
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Acrid |
Having a strong, bitter smell or taste that is unpleasent |
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Retort |
To reply quickly to a comment, in an angry, offended or humorous way |
