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barrier
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something that blocks the way; an obstacle
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calculate
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to find out by using mathematics, reckon; to find out by reasoning, estimate
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compose
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to be or make up the parts of, form; to create or write; to calm or quiet one's mind
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considerable
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fairly large in size or extent; worth of attention
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deputy
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one chosen to help or take the place of another or to act in that person's absence
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industrious
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busy, working steadily
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jolt
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~to shake up roughly; to move along in a jerky or bumpy fashion
~a sudden bump or jerk; a shock or surprise |
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loot
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to rob by force or violence, especially during war on time of unrest
~valuable things that have been stolen or taken by force |
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rejoice
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to feel joy or great delight; to make joyful
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reliable
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deserving trust, dependable
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senseless
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lacking meaning, stupid or foolish; without use of the senses
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shrivel
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to shrink and wrinkle, especially from the heat, cold, or dryness
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