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15 Cards in this Set
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acute
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intence (sharp)
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adapt
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To make suitable to or fit for a specific use or situation.
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adept
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Very skilled
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adjourn
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To suspend until a later stated time.
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adversary
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An opponent; an enemy
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advisable
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Worthy of being recommended or suggested; prudent.
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advise
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To offer advice to; counsel.
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affirm
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To declare positively or firmly; maintain to be true
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aggression
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Hostile or destructive behavior or actions.
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alias
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An assumed name: The swindler worked under various aliases.
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allegiance
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Loyalty or the obligation of loyalty, as to a nation, sovereign, or cause
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allow
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To let do or happen; permit: We allow smoking only in restricted areas.
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ally
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To place in a friendly association, as by treaty: Italy allied itself with Germany during World War II.
To unite or connect in a personal relationship, as in friendship or marriage. |
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amend
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To change for the better; improve: amended the earlier proposal so as to make it more comprehensive.
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alliance
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A close association of nations or other groups, formed to advance common interests or causes: an alliance of labor unions opposing the bill.
A formal agreement establishing such an association, especially an international treaty of friendship. |