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excursion
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a short trip or outing to some place, usually for a special purpose and with the intention of a prompt return
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subterranean
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existing, situated, or operating below the surface of the earth; underground.
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intriguing
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) to arouse the curiosity or interest of by unusual, new, or otherwise fascinating or compelling qualities; appeal strongly to; captivate: The plan intrigues me, but I wonder if it will work.
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sheathing
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the act of a person who sheathes.
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ruefully
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causing sorrow or pity; pitiable; deplorable: a rueful plight.
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skulking
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To lie in hiding, as out of cowardice or bad conscience; lurk.
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quizzically
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odd, weird, or comical.
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reconnaissance
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the act of making) a study (of land, enemy troops etc) to obtain information, eg before a battle
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furrowed
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A long, narrow, shallow trench made in the ground by a plow
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qualms
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A sudden feeling of sickness, faintness, or nausea.
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