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20 Cards in this Set
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Inundation
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An overwhelming amount.
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Cull
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To pick; choose
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Solace
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Comfort in sorrow, misfortune, or distress; consolation
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Dirge
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Funeral hymn or lament.
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Consort
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Companion or partner
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Beguile
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To deceive
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Abhor
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To detest; hate
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Beseech
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Implore; to request earnestly
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Augment
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To make something greater in size, extent, or quantity.
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Portentous
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Promising bad fortune.
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Transgression
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The exceeding of due bounds or limits
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Posterity
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Future generations
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Languish
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To be or become weak or feeble; lose strength or vigor.
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Discourse
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Verbal expression in speech or writing.
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Enmity
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Deep-seated, often mutual hatred.
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Impute
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To relate to a particular cause or source.
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Chide
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To scold mildly so as to correct or imporve; reprimand.
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Rancor
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Bitter, long lasting resentment; deep seated ill will.
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Lamentable
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Inspiring or deserving of lament or regret.
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Drudge
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To do hard, menial, or monotonous work.
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