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to make easier to endure; lesssen; mitigate
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alleviate
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Aspirin does not get a the causes but it may help __________ pain temporarily.
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unselfish consideration for others
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altruism
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Although cynics may not believe it, some people do act from ________________ rather than personal glorification.
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to give; to present as a gift
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bestow
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It is customary to ______________ best wishes on newlyweds.
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humankind
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humanity
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Acts that are individually kind extend to all _______________ as well.
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a beggar; one who asks for charity
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mendicant
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On Skid Row, a tourist may be stopped by a _________ carrying a sign saying, "Spare change for a meal."
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disquiet; state of being disturbed, upset or confused
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perturbation
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He registered little ___________ at the sharp questioning from the prosecuting attorney.
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multicolored
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polychormatic
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A school classroom should be _____________ rather than the usual simple brown tone.
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comfort; relief from grief or anxiety
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solace
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Although it may be cold comfort, defeated politicians can find some _______________ in that they have tried what others talk about.
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the condition of being under the power of another; lack of freedom; enslaved
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subjugation
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The ______________ of minorities is one characteristics of fascism.
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help; aid
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succor
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Knights of old in trouble occasionally sought _____________ even from their enemies.
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