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20 Cards in this Set
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Acquiscence |
(N) the reluctant acceptance of something without protest. |
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Ominous |
(ADJ) giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen; threatening; inauspicious. |
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Succinct |
(ADJ) (especially of something written or spoken) briefly and clearly expressed |
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Uncouth |
(ADJ) lacking good manners, refinement, or grace. |
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Impassive |
(ADJ) not feeling or showing emotion. |
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Akimbo |
(ADV) with hands on the hips and elbows turned outward. |
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Formidable |
(ADJ) inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, intense, or capable. |
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Subpoena |
(N) a writ ordering a person to attend a court |
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Dispel |
(V) make (a doubt, feeling, or belief) disappear |
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Unobtrusive |
(ADJ) not conspicuous or attracting attention. |
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Enunciate |
(V) say or pronounce clearly. |
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Squalor |
(N) a state of being extremely dirty and unpleasant, especially as a result of poverty or neglect. |
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Delectable |
(ADJ) (of food or drink) delicious. |
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Adamant |
(ADJ) ,refusing to be persuaded or to change one's mind. |
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Acquiatal |
(N) a judgment that a person is not guilty of the crime with which the person has been charged. |
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Recluse |
(N) a person who lives a solitary life and tends to avoid other people. |
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Brevity |
(N) concise and exact use of words in writing or speech. |
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Pinion |
(V) tie or hold the arms or legs of (someone). |
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Irascible |
(ADJ) having or showing a tendency to be easily angered. |
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Trudge |
(V) walk slowly and with heavy steps, typically because of exhaustion or harsh conditions. |
