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25 Cards in this Set
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Arbor |
(n.) A leafy shaded recess (nook) formed by tree branches, shrubs, etc.; A latticework shelter intertwined with climbing vines and flowers.
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Harbor |
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Aspiration
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(n.) A damaging or derogatory remark or criticism; slander
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a- = not + pep rally ___________ |
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Broach
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(v.) To mention or suggest for the first time
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coach |
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Brooch
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(n.) A clasp or ornament having a pin at the back for passing through the clothing and a catch for securing the point of the pin.
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holey |
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Chivalric
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(adj.) Pertaining to chivalry; chivalrous (chivalry: courteous behavior especially towards women).
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come on... |
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Exonerate
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(v.) to clear, as of an accusation; free from guilt or blame; exculpate (pardon, absolve, acquit) |
Exit |
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Forestall
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(v.) to prevent, hinder, or thwart (prevent) by action in advance. |
4 sight |
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Haberdasher
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(n.) A retail dealer in men's furnishings, as shirts, ties, gloves, socks, and hats. |
Has dashing |
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Hair shirt
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(n.) A garment of course haircloth, worn next to the skin as a penance (used as an atonement); A self-imposed punishment, suffering, sacrifice, or penance. |
oww... |
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Patsy
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(n.) A person who is easily swindled, deceived, coerced, persuaded; A sucker
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Patrick Star |
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Peevish
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(adj.) Cross, querulous, or fretful, as from vexation or discontent: showing annoyance, irritation, or a bad mood. |
Peeves=>HP=> prof. Quirrell |
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Resolute
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(adj.) Firmly resolved or determined; set in purpose or opinion. |
Resol |
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Robust
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(adj.) Strong and healthy; hardy; vigorous.
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most Evil Villeins |
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Roué
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(n.) A dissolute (immoral) and licentious (sexually unrestrained); (man; a rake).
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Rue angering them |
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Rove
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(v.) to wander about without definite destination; to move hither and thither at random, especially over a wide area. |
Drove an RV |
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Scoff
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(v.) to speak derisively (to ridicule); mock; jeer. |
"yeah, right." |
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Self-effacing
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(adj.) The act or fact of keeping oneself in the background, to be humble. |
self |
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Settee
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(n.) A seat for two or more persons, having a back and usually arms, and often upholstered. |
se- |
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Solicitude
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(n.) the state of being anxious or concerned. |
-licit- Death the Kid's reaction |
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Somber
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(adj.) Gloomily dark; shadowy; dimly lighted; depressing or dismal. |
Sad |
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Staunch
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(adj.) Loyal, firm, and dependable; steadfast in principle. |
a _________ Republican |
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Stolid
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(adj.) Not easily stirred or moved mentally; unemotional; impasses. |
Solid |
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Trellis
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(n.) a frame or structure of latticework; latest lattice; A framework of this kind used as a support for growing vines or plants. |
look up a pic |
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Unabashed
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(adj.) Not ashamed or apologetic; boldly certain one's position. |
not feeling 'bashed' |
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Wry
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(adj.) Produced by a distortion or lopsidedness of the facial features; abnormally bent or turned to one side; twisted; crooked; having a dry or cynical humor. |
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