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12 Cards in this Set
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Perlis |
the dangers or difficulties that arise from a particular situation or activity. |
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Desirous |
having or characterized by desire. |
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Placidly |
in a quiet and tranquil manner |
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maligned |
speak about (someone) in a spitefully critical manner. |
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presumptuous |
(of a person or their behavior) failing to observe the limits of what is permitted or appropriate. |
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amiably |
having or displaying a friendly and pleasant manner. |
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Torrent |
a strong and fast-moving stream of water or other liquid. |
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doggedly |
the attitude of a person who wants to do or get something and will not stop trying : stubborn and determined |
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talisman |
an object, typically an inscribed ring or stone, that is thought to have magic powers and to bring good luck |
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Grimace |
an ugly, twisted expression on a person's face, typically expressing disgust, pain, ie a scary clown smile. |
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Fate |
a life is already determined at birth by some higher force such as God, all of the events are set in a certain order. |
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Free will |
each life must carve their own path, making choices about the direction of their lives, good or bad. |