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12 Cards in this Set
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portentous
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adj-ominous, evil, (sign or omen)
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assuage
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verb-to lesson, calm, satisfy
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contingency(ies)
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noun-depends on change or uncertain conditions
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inexorable
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adj-not capable of being persuaded by entreaty; relentless, inflexible, can't be changed, unyielding
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insouciant
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noun-lighthearted unconcern, indifference, disinterest, happy-go-lucky, laid back
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duplicitous
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adj-marked by duplicity; devious, sneaky, shifty, two-faced, backstabbing
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sanguine
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adj-sturdy, cheerful, confident, optimistic
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sylvan
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adj-of or in the woods
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inveigle
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verb-to win over by wiles, to aquire by ingenuity or flattery; entice, trick, talking someone into something
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angst
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noun-a feeling of anxiety, apprehension, or insecurity
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salubrious
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adj-favorable to or promoting health or well-being; healthful
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soporific
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adj-causing or tending to cause sleep; tending to dull awareness or alertness
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