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15 Cards in this Set
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Orifice |
Mouth; opening |
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Orthography |
Correct spelling |
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Paleontology |
A science dealing with prehistoric life through study of fossils |
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Palliate |
To ease; lessen; soothe |
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Panache |
Self-confidence; a showy manner |
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Pandemic |
General; widespread |
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Panegyric |
An expression of praise |
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Paradigm |
A model, an example |
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Parochial |
Local; narrow; limited |
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Parody |
A work that imitates another in a ridiculous manner |
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Paroxysm |
A sudden outburst; a fit |
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Patent |
Evident or obvious |
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Peccadillo |
A minor misdeed or misbehavior |
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Pecuniary |
Pertaining to money; financial |
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Pedantic |
Tending to show off one's learning |
