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Obscurity
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1. The state of being unknown, inconspicuous, or unimportant
2. The quality of being difficult to understand Example: Some celebrities wish for only one thing: obscurity. |
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Revenue
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Income, esp. when of a company or organization and of a substantial nature
Example: The revenue was very high that year. |
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Rebate
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A partial refund to someone who has paid too much money for tax, rent, or a utility
Example: He bought the computer because it came with a rebate. |
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Oddity
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1. A strange or peculiar person, thing, or trait
2. The quality of being strange or peculiar Examples: She was considered an oddity in the group. |
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A long shot
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A venture or guess that has only the slightest chance of succeeding or being accurate
Example: It was a long shot, but they were going to give it their all. |
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Legerdemain
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1. Skillful use of one's hands when performing conjuring tricks
2. Deception; trickery Example: In a move some characterize as legerdemain, the House voted to use a rule that has only been used once in the past. |