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providence
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The care, guardianship, and control exercised by a deity; divine direction
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temperance
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moderation and self-restraint, as in behavior or expression.
restraint in the use of or abstinence from alcoholic liquors. |
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abolitionism
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advocacy of the abolition of slavery
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thrash
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to beat with or as if with a flail, especially as a punishment.
to swing or strike in a manner suggesting the action of a flail. to move wildly or violently |
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contrived
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obviously planned or calculated; not spontaneous; labored
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skiff
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a light open boat propelled by oars, motor, or sail
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rapscallion
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a rascal; a scamp
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gaudy
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showy in a tasteless or vulgar way
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pensive
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deeply, often wistfully or dreamily thoughtful
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aristocracy
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a hereditary ruling class; nobility;
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phrenology
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the study of the shape and protuberances of the skull, based on the now discredited belief that they reveal character and mental capacity
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muse
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to be absorbed in one's thoughts; engage in meditation.
to consider or say thoughtfully |
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benefactor
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one that gives aid, especially financial aid
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pious
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having or exhibiting religious reverence; devout
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scoundrel
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a villain; a rogue
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ingenious
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marked by inventive skill and imagination.
having or arising from an inventive or cunning mind; clever |
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disposition
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one's usual mood; temperament.
A havitual inclination; a tendency |
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shirk
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to avoid or neglect (a duty or responsibility)
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impudent
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characterized by offensive boldness; insolent or impertinent
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insurrection
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the act or an instance of open revolt against civil authority or a constituted government
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