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10 Cards in this Set
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Imploringly
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In a pleading, begging manner
He asked me for his money very imploringly, as if he was to spend it that very moment. |
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Sullenly
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In a gloomy, silent, surly way
She sullenly walked down the corridor, seeming possibly unaware of her destination. |
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Hue
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Color, especially a tint or shade.
The blue car had a special blue hue, making it seem like the sky itself. |
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Subside
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To sink back or down, to get low.
The woman subsided; she was just handed a slip of paper telling that she had been fired. |
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Elude
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To escape understanding, baffle.
He somehow managed to elude the teacher, as his work was so un-comprehensive of her lessons. |
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Wistfully
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Longingly, wishful manner
He wistfully described exactly what he want for his near coming birthday, to his parents, and friends. |
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Doggedly
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In a stubborn on persistent way.
Ponyboy doggedly ran the length of the track, never stopping, even to catch his breath after 2 miles. |
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Conviction
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A strong belief
The man seemed so convicted to his choice; it was almost impossible to get him to change his mind just a little. |
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Detached
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Uninvolved, indifferent
He was completely detached with what happened at the store. |
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Racking
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Agonizing, tormenting
A racking pain went through his body as the first shot hit him. |
