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15 Cards in this Set
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redoubtable (adj)
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formidable (as an opponent)
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ensnare (v)
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catch in (as in a trap)
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licentious (adj)
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promiscuous and unprincipled in sexual matters
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apotheosis (adj)
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promotion to glory or deification. highest point or climax in sth.
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abstemious (adj)
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not self-indulgent when it comes to eating or drinking
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enervate (v)
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cause someone to feel drained of energy or vitality
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spunk (n)
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courage or determination
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chary (adj)
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cautious, wary
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hedge (v)
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avoid making a definite decision
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prevaricate (v)
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speak or act in an evasive way
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mealy-mouthed (adj)
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afraid to speak frankly or straightforwardly
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nefarious (adj)
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wicked or criminal
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unscathed
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without suffering any injuries or harm
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nettle
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irritate or annoy someone
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paltry
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(of an amount) small or meager
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