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20 Cards in this Set
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undermine v.
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To subvert in an underhand way.
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grindstone n.
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A flat circular stone, used for sharpening tools.
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epic n.
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A poem celebrating in formal verse the mythical achievements of great personages, heroes, etc.
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unbecoming adj.
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Unsuited to the wearer, place, or surroundings.
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quarrelsome adj.
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Irascible.
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vortex n.
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A mass of rotating or whirling fluid, especially when sucked spirally toward the center.
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ulterior adj.
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Not so pertinent as something else to the matter spoken of.
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abeyance n.
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A state of suspension or temporary inaction.
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antiphony n.
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An anthem or other composition sung responsively.
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Scriptural adj.
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Pertaining to, contained in, or warranted by the Holy Scriptures.
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minion n.
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A servile favorite.
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levity n.
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Frivolity.
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obviate v.
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To clear away or provide for, as an objection or difficulty.
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bowler n.
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In cricket, the player who delivers the ball.
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flippant adj.
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Having a light, pert, trifling disposition.
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peccable adj.
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Capable of sinning.
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sapiential adj.
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Possessing wisdom.
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momentum n.
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An impetus.
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proscenium n.
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That part of the stage between the curtain and the orchestra.
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abrogate v.
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To abolish, repeal.
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