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15 Cards in this Set
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compel |
to force or drive, especially to a course of action |
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stymie |
a situation or problem presenting such difficulties as to discourage or defeat any attempt to deal with or resolve it |
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pensive |
expressing or revealing thoughtfulness, usually marked by some sadness |
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formidable |
causing fear, apprehensive, or dread |
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consort |
to associate; keep company |
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pilfer |
to steal (minor items), especially in small quantities |
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entourage |
a group of attendants or associates, as of a person of rank or importance |
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endowment |
a person's natural ability or talent |
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susceptible |
easily affected, influenced, or harmed by something |
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avid |
showing great enthusiasm or interest in |
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befuddle |
to confuse, as with glib statements or arguments |
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sapient |
having or showing great wisdom or judgment |
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berate |
to scold; rebuke |
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guise |
assumed appearance or mere semblance |
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decorum |
dignified propriety of behavior, speech, dress, etc. |
