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15 Cards in this Set
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Acute
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Serious and sudden
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Durable
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Able to withstand wear, decay, or certain tough conditions; long-lasting
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Eavesdrop
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To listen secretly to private conversations
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Ethical
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1.Pertaining to accepted standards or behavior
2. Conforming to accepted standards of behavior |
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Fjord
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A narrow inlet of the sea between tall cliffs or steep banks
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Gaudy
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Tastelessly showy
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Nominal
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1.Existing in name only
2. Insignificantly small; token |
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Nurture
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To nurish; to help grow or develop
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Pommel
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1.To strike; to beat
2.a knob on the handle of a sword or weapon |
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Quibble
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To evade the main point by arguing over petty details
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Rampart
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A defensive structure or embankment
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Respite
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A short rest or period of relief; delay
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Rite
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A customary or religious ceremonial act
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Seismic
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Pertaining to earthquakes or vibrations of the earth
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Terrestrial
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Of or pertaining to solid land
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