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12 Cards in this Set
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Liaison |
A person who helps two parties communicate. |
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Envoy |
A messenger, usually on a diplomatic mission. |
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Sans |
Typically a facetious way of saying "without." |
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Filial |
Relating to the obligations of a son or daughter. |
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Droll |
Odd and therefore amusing. |
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Faux pas |
An act or comment with embarrassing social consequences. |
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In lieu of |
In place of, substitute. |
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Enfant terrible |
A person whose commentary or behavior is aimed to shock. |
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Tête-à-tête |
A private conversation between two people. |
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Savoir vivre |
A familiarity and ease with polite society. |
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Savoir faire |
The skill of saying and doing just the right thing in social situations. |
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Esprit de corps |
The spirit of belongingness and pride of a tightly knit group. |
