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affectation |
behavior, speech, or writing that is artificial and designed to impress. |
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alkaline |
having the properties of an alkali, or containing alkali; having a pH greater than 7. |
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auspices |
a divine or prophetic token. |
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boreal |
of the North or northern regions. |
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brogue |
a strong outdoor shoe with ornamental perforated patterns in the leather. |
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carnage |
the killing of a large number of people |
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clathrate |
a compound in which molecules of one component are physically trapped within the crystal structure of another. |
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cryptic |
having a meaning that is mysterious or obscure. |
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draconian |
(of laws or their application) excessively harsh and severe. |
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expatriate |
a person who lives outside their native country. |
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feckless |
lacking initiative or strength of character; irresponsible. |
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fez |
a flat-topped conical red hat with a black tassel on top, worn by men in some Muslim countries |
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fissionable |
(of an atom or element) able to undergo nuclear fission. |
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founder |
a person who manufactures articles of cast metal; the owner or operator of a foundry. |
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hegemony |
leadership or dominance, especially by one country or social group over others. |
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insolvency |
the state of being insolvent; inability to pay one's debts. |
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inviolable |
never to be broken, infringed, or dishonored. |
