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22 Cards in this Set
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lithe
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limber, pliant, supple
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enthralled
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captivated, thrilled
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staunch(ly)
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firm, true
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zeal
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enthusiasm, devotion to a cause
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languish
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to become weak, to lose strength
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disembark
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to go ashore, leave a vehicle (boat)
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ruthless
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lacking mercy or pity
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dupe (n&v)
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someone who is easily misled, to mislead
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foreboding
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sense of upcoming misfortunes
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supplication
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prayer or humble request
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pyre
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wood used for burning a dead body
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august
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dignified
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intrepid
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brave, fearless
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loathsome
loathe |
repulsive, disgusting, revolting
to feel disgust, hate, dislike strongly |
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ignominious
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deserving shame, dishonorable, disgraceful
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invoke
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to call on, ask for help, appeal to
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regalia
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fancy dress, ceremonial outfit
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ruddy
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reddish
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resplendent
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shining brightly, dazzling
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odious
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detestable, offensive, hateful
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interloper
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intruder, trespasser
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sardonic
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mocking, biting, sneering, sarcastic
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