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Furtive |
Attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble. |
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Lapels |
The part of the front of a coat, jacket, etc., which us folded over towards each shoulder. |
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Futile |
Useless. |
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Immaculate |
Pure, spotless; perfectly clean and tidy. |
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Malacca Stick |
The stem of a rattan palm. |
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Boorish |
A rude person |
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Inquisitive |
Seeking knowledge; inquiring |
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Pedlar |
A travelling sellar of small items, especially carried in a pack. A person who sells drugs illegally. |
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Colloquial |
Belonging to or property to ordinary or familiar conversation. Dialect. |
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Wearily |
In a tired manner. |
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Reminiscence |
The recalling of one's past experiences or events, especially with enjoyment. |
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Grope |
Feel about or search blindly or uncertainty with the hands. |
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Quivering |
Tremble or vibrate slightly. |
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Unamiable |
Unfriendly and not pleasant. |
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Fiendishly |
An evil spirit, a devil, to be cruel or unpleasant. |