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peruse
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to read thoroughly &' carefully
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porous
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full of tiny holes, able to be penetrated by air or water
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promontory
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a high point of land extending into water
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prone
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lying face down; inclined, likely to
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qualm(s)
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a pang of conscience or doubt
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recourse
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a person or thing turned to for help or advice
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resuidue
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a remainder, that which remains when a part has been used up or removed
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solicitous
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showing concern or care
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staid
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serioud and dignified; quirt or subdued
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sustain
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to support nourish, keep up
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