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23 Cards in this Set
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accent noun
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1. a style of pronunciation typical of people from a certain region or country
2. an emphasis on a particular syllable in a word |
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accent verb
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To focus attention on
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articulate adjective
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Skilled in expressing oneself clearly and effectively
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articulate verb
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To express clearly in words
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dialect noun
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A unique form of a language, spoken by people from a country, region, or social group
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diction noun
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Clearness of speech or pronunciation
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enunciate verb
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1. To pronounce, especially in a clear manner
2. To state or set forth clearly |
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hierarchy noun
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A group organized according to rank or status
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intelligible adjective
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Able to be understood
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peer noun
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A person who is equal to another in social standing or age
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stratify verb
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To separate into different levels or layers
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stress noun
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1. Emphasis in speaking or music
2. Tension; strain |
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stress verb
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To emphasize
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abet verb
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To encourage or assist, particularly in doing something wrong
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bestow verb
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To give or present, especially as a gift or an honor
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deliverance noun
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liberation; rescue from slavery, capture, or danger
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expedite verb
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1. To speed up or help the progress of
2. To do quickly and efficently |
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haven noun
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A place of refuge or saftey
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intercede verb
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1. To mediate or help in a problem between others
2. To plead for another |
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offset verb
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To make up for; to compensate for; to counteract
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pacify verb
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1. To calm anger
2. To establish peace; to end fighting or violence |
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refurbish verb
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To clean, renew, repair, or refresh
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sanctuary noun
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1. Any place of safety or protection
2. A holy place; a house of worship |
