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15 Cards in this Set
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sallow (adj)
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a sickly & yellowish hue and complexion
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chide (v)
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to scold mildly, to show dissaproval
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rancor (n)
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bitter &long lasting resentment
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clemency (n)
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disposition to show mercy
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bandy (v)
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giving & receiving words in a livey discussion
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firmament (n)
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the expanse of heavens, the sky
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consort (n & v)
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n-husband/wife, companion
v-to keep company |
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intrepid (adj)
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fearless, resolutely courageous
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malapropism (n)
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a ludacris mis-use of a word
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effrontery (n)
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superbold,brazen boldness
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lament (n & v)
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v-to express grief
n-an expression of greif |
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copse (n)
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a thickett of small trees
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ebb (n & v)
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v-to fall back/away
n-a period of decline |
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minion (n)
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subordinate official
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absolve (v)
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to pronounce clear of guilt, blame, and/or requirements
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