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Comet |
A celestial object consisting of a nucleus of ice and dust and, when near the sun, a “tail” of gas and dust particles pointing away from the sun.
Some explanations for extinctions and evolution include strikes by asteroids or comets. |
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Bawdy |
Dealing with sexual matters in a comical way; humorously indecent.
Brothers and sisters should avoid one another in public and refrain from telling bawdy jokes or making sexual remarks in each other's presence. |
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Deft |
Neatly skilful and quick in one's movements. You have a deft hand with diplomacy. A deft piece of footwork |
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Reins |
A long, narrow strap attached at one end to a horse's bit, typically used in pairs to guide or check a horse while riding or driving.
You should give me the reins, I 'm a better rider than you. Check or guide (a horse) by pulling on its reins. He reined in his horse and waited for her |
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Allegiance |
Loyalty or commitment of a subordinate to a superior or of an individual to a group or cause.
Those wishing to receive citizenship must swear allegiance to the republic |
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Daresay |
To think very likely or almost certain; suppose. Used in the first person singular present tense:
I daresay you're wrong. Will they be late?—Yes, I daresay. |
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Rouse |
Bring out of sleep; awaken.
Rouse Bran, It is time for his lessons |
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Pact |
A formal agreement between individuals or parties.
If Robb Stark wants a pact with us, he should come himself. |
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Scullion |
A servant assigned the most menial kitchen tasks.
You wouldn't be a cook, you 'd pose as a scullion. |
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Insalubrious |
(especially of a climate or locality) not salubrious; unhealthy. Why, then, did Sir Harry abandon the Holy City for the insalubrious air of the Great Wen?
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