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a false reason or motive put forth to hide the real one; an excuse.
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pretext
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a person, group, or thing that is blamed for the mistakes or crimes of others.
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scapegoat
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worthy of respect by reason of age and dignity, character or position.
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venerable
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to force oneself on another; to place a burden, tax, etc. on or upon.
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impose
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the observance of set forms or rites, as in worship.
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ritual
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any deliberate harm or damage done to any cause, effort, etc.
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sabotage
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the merciless killings of a large number of human being; a large-scale slaughter of animals.
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massacre
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a person who flees from his home or country to seek refuge elsewhere, as in a time of war, persecution, etc.
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refugee
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knotty and twisted.
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gnarled
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an effect produced on the mind or senses; a vague notion or feeling.
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impression
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