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abdicate |
to relinquish power or responsibilityformally
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abduct
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to carry off by force; kidnap
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abhor
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to regard with horror or loathing
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abnormal
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deviant
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abrasion |
1. the process of wearing down or rubbing away by means of friction 2. a scraped or worn area |
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abrupt
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unexpectedly sudden
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abscond |
to leave quickly and secretly and hide oneself, especially to avoid arrest or prosecution |
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absolve
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to pronounce clear of blame or guilt
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absorbing |
fully taking away one’s attention; extremely interesting |
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abstain |
to refrain from something by one’s own choice |
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averse
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opposed; reluctant
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avert
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to turn away
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avocation |
an activity engaged in, usually for enjoyment, in addition to one’s regular work or profession; hobby |
