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proliferation
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a rapid increase in number (especially a rapid increase in the number of deadly weapons)(n)
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sceptical
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denying or questioning the tenets of especially a religion (adj)
tenet: a religious doctrine that is proclaimed as true without proof (n) |
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amenities
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things that make you comfortable and at ease (n)
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negligible
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so small as to be meaningless; insignificant(adj)
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alienation
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the action of alienating; the action of causing to become unfriendly (n)
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attain
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achieve
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detrimental
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harmful
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excessive
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too much
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to deprive
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take away
Next best to destroying an army is to deprive it of its freedom of action. |
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indifference
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unconcern
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Sceptical
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doubting that something is true or useful
e.g.Many experts remain sceptical about/of his claims. |
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Implement
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to put a plan or system into operation.
e.g.The changes to the national health system will be implemented next year. |
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Negligible
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too slight or small in amount to be of importance
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