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absolute
The witness swore to tell the absolute truth. synonyms: pure, perfect; entire, whole, complete, unlimited; certain, sure |
adj. without flaws or imperfections; without limits; without doubt
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arena
The senator has been in the politicial arena ever since she was elected the president of her highschool class. synonyms: a stadium, theater, auditorium; field, scene |
n. an enclosed space used for sports or shows; a field of interest, activity, conflict, or debate
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compliment
Everyone likes to receive a compliment. The losing team compliment the winners on their victory. synonyms: n. congratulations; regards v.to flatter, applaud, salute |
n. a remark or action that shows admiratin, praise, or approval; (used in plural) good wishes
v. to give praise or admiration to |
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deliberate
A jury may deliberate for days before reaching a verdict. synonyms: v. to consider, debate, weigh; intentional; adj. thoughtful, purposeful |
v. to think about or discuss very carefully
adj. done or said on purpose; careful; at a slow pace |
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dense
A dense crowd blocked the entrance to the building. synonyms: compact, solid, crowded; dull-witted, thickheaded |
adj. close packed or together; thick; stupid
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dominant
The President is usually the dominant figure in his or her politicial party. synonyms: chief, main, first, foremost; commanding |
adj. above all others; leading or controlling; having the most power
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hazardous
Special containers are used for disposing of hasardous waste. synonyms: dangerous, perilous, risky, unsafe |
adj. involving risk or danger
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huddle
Campers may huddle around a fire on a cold night. The coaches held a brief huddle on the sidelines. synonyms: v. to bunch, cluster; to gather; n. a bunch, conference |
v. to crowd close together; to form a closely packed group; to get together to discuss something
n. a tightly packed group; a meeting or discussion; in football, a quick meeting of players on the field to plan the next play |
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necessity
Water is a necessity for life. synonyms: a requirement, essential, must; want |
n. something that cannot be avoided or done without; great need
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offend
Thoughtless behavior will offend most people. synonyms: to embarrass, displease, insult, upset, irritate,annoy wound |
v. to break a law or rule; to cause hurt feelings, anger, or injury
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regain
It takes time to regain your strength after an illness. synonyms: to recover |
v. to get back; to reach again
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thorough
The dentist gave me a thorough checkup. synonyms: exhaustive, extensive, total, full |
adj. carried out to completion; complete in ever detail; extremely careful or exact
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