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10 Cards in this Set
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transcend
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(verb) to rise above or go beyond; overpass; exceed
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piquancy
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(noun) The quality or state of having a pleasantly sharp taste or appetizing flavor; the quality or state of of being pleasantly stimulating or exciting to the mind
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nonchalance
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(noun) (of a person or manner) the quality or state of feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed; not displaying anxiety, interest, or enthusiasm
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disdain
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(noun) the feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect; contempt
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conciliate
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(verb) stop (someone) from being angry or discontented; placate; pacify
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capitulate
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(verb) cease to resist an opponent or an unwelcome offer; surrender
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admonition
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(noun) an act or action of admonishing; authoritative counsel or warning
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askance
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(adverb) with an attitude or look of suspicion or disapproval
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magnanimity
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(noun) the quality or state of being very generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or someone less powerful than you
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ennui
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(noun) a feeling of listlessness and dissatisfaction arising from a lack of occupation or excitement
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