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30 Cards in this Set
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commodious
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spacious, roomy, capacious
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allure
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to entice with something desirable; tempt
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gloat
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to brag greatly
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pique
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irritation, resentment stemming from wounded pride; also to arouse curiosity.
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philantrophy
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love of mankind
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misantrophy
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someone who hates mankind
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languish
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to become feeble or weak
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cloister
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a tranquil, secluded place
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edifice
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a building
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paradox
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a statement that seems true but at the same time is false
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prowess
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exceptional skill & bravery
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phobia
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a persistent, illogical fear
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legacy
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a bequest
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generalize
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to form a general conclusion
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insouciant
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calm & carefree, lighthearted
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somber
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depressing, gloomy, dark
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callous
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unfeeling, insensitive; having calluses
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sundry
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various, several, miscellaneous
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dearth
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scarcity; lack
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revere
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to regard with great devotion or respect
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masticate
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to chew
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gazebo
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an outdoor structure with a roof and open sides
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abhor
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to hate very much
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callow
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immature & inexperienced
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plight
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a condition of situation, especially a distressing one
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archaic
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belonging to an earlier time
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euphonious
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pleasing to the ear
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lethargy
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laziness, tiredness
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orthodox
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conventional
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fawn
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exhibit affection
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