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absurd |
Inconsistent with reason or accepted ideas, ridiculous |
To think the man would ever fly seemed absurd before the 1900s |
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balk |
Stop short, refusing to move or act |
Christians should not balk at God's commands |
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bluntly |
Rudely or abruptly, without tact |
The doctor spoke bluntly because he was serious about her filling the prescribed diet |
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egotism |
Conceit, self-exaltation |
There os no room for egotism in the life of a Christian |
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elocution |
The art of public speaking |
Emily, who is on the debate team, has shown definite talent in elocution |
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extricate |
Set free, disentangle |
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Silhouette |
Shaded outline |
The silhouette of the palm tree could be seen against the setting sun |
