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15 Cards in this Set
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Depredations
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an act of attacting or plundering
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Mere
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a lake, pond, or arm of the sea.
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Hart
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an adult male deer
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Scud
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A formation of vapory clouds driven fast by the wind.
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Bulwalk
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a person, institution, or principle that acts as a defense.
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Screes
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a mass or small loose stones that form or cover a slope on a mountain.
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Tempered
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Imrpove the hardness and elasticity of (steel or other metal) by reheating an then cooling it.
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Sage
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having, showing, or indicating profound wisdom
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Fettle
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Condition
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Tender
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offer or present (something) formally
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Damascened
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(of a metal object) inlaid with gold or silver decorations.
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Venerable
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according a great deal or respect, especially because of age, wisdom, or character.
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Pariah
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an outcast
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Felicity
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intense happiness
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Overweening
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showing excessive confidence or pride.
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