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10 Cards in this Set
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transient
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temporary, fleeting, lasting a short time
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scrutinize
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observe carefully; examine or inspect closely and thoroughly
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pretentious
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pompous; self-important; trying to impress by affecting greater importance than is possessed
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novice
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a person new to or inexperienced in a field or situation; a beginner
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mundane
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ordinary; common; lacking interest or excitement; dull
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emulate
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to follow an example; to match or surpass by imitation
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congregation
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a group of people, animals, or things
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asylum
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a place of retreat and security; a place of refuge and protection; sanctuary
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digress
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to speak or write about something that is different from the main subject being discussed
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inevitable
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unavoidable; certain; sure to happen
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