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12 Cards in this Set
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shinnied
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(verb) to climb by shinning
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ominous
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(adj.) Menacing, threatning of or being an omen, especially an evil one
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linotype
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(noun) A trademark used for a machine that sets type on a metal slug, operated by a keyboard
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ecclesiastical
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(adj.) of or relating to a church
Appropriate to a church or to use in church |
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succinct
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(adj.)characterized by clear, precise expression in a few words
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acquiescence
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(noun) passive assent or agreement without protest
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formidable
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(adj.) arrousing fear, dread , or alarm
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elucidate
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(verb) to make clear or plain, especially by explanation, clarify
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eccentricities
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(noun) deviation from the normal, expected, or established
The quality of being eccentric |
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Amiable
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(adj.) Friendly, likable, good-natured
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acrimonious
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(adj.) bitter and sharp in language or tone
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compacently
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(adj.) eager to plaese
self-satisfied, unconcerned |
