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align
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To arrange in a line or so as to be parallel: align the tops of a row of pictures; aligned the car with the curb.
To adjust |
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bewildered
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To confuse or befuddle, especially with numerous conflicting situations, objects, or statements
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conviction
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The judgment of a jury or judge that a person is guilty of a crime as charged.
The state of being found or proved guilty: |
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dignity
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The quality or state of being worthy of esteem or respect.
Inherent nobility and worth: the dignity of honest labor. Poise and self-respect |
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obsessed
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To preoccupy the mind of excessively.
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passive
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Receiving or subjected to an action without responding or initiating an action in return
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preview
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An advance showing, as of a movie or art exhibition, to which a selected audience is invited before public presentation begins.
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speculation
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Contemplation or consideration of a subject; meditation.
A conclusion, opinion, or theory reached by conjecture. |
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status
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Position relative to that of others; standing: Her status is that of a guest.
High standing; prestige: a position of status in the community. |
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vary
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To make or cause changes in the characteristics or attributes of; modify or alter.
To give variety to; make diverse: vary one's diet. |
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assert
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To state or express positively; affirm: asserted his innocence.
To defend or maintain (one's rights, for example). |
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bias
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A line going diagonally across the grain of fabric: Cut the cloth on the bias.
A preference or an inclination, especially one that inhibits impartial judgment. An unfair act or policy stemming from prejudice. |
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comprehend
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To take in the meaning, nature, or importance of; grasp. See Synonyms at apprehend.
To take in as a part; include. |
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drab
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Of a dull grayish to yellowish brown.
Of a light olive brown or khaki color. A woman prostitute. A negligible amount: |
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hardy
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Being in robust and sturdy good health. See Synonyms at healthy.
Courageous; intrepid. |
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opportunity
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A favorable or advantageous circumstance or combination of circumstances.
A favorable or suitable occasion or time. A chance for progress or advancement. Synonyms: opportunity, occasion, opening, chance, break |
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perplexity
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The state of being perplexed or puzzled.
The state of being intricate or complicated: “ |
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sanctuary
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A sacred place, such as a church, temple, or mosque.
The holiest part of a sacred place, as the part of a Christian church around the altar. |
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versatile
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Capable of doing many things competently.
Having varied uses or serving many functions: “T |
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wily
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Full of wiles; cunning.
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