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20 Cards in this Set
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Shrivel
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[v] lose momentum, will, or desire; become insignificant or ineffectual
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Burlesque
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[n] an absurd or comically exaggerated imitation of something; a parody
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Mar
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[v] impair the quality or appearance of
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Parable
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[n] a simple story used to illustrate a moral or spiritual lesson, as told by Jesus in the Gospels
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Exude
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[v] (of a person) display (an emotion or quality) strongly and openly
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Vaudeville
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[n] a type of entertainment
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Serene
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[adj] calm, peaceful, and untroubled
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Commend
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[v] 1. praise formally or officially
2. recommend |
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Resuscitate
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[v] revive (someone) from unconsciousness or apparent death;
make (something) active or vigorous again |
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Assimilate
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[v] take in and understand fully (information or ideas)
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Coherent
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[adj] (of an argument, theory, or policy) logical and consistent;
(of a person) able to speak clearly and logically |
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Obliterate
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[v] destroy utterly; wipe out
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Succumb to
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[v] die from the effect of a disease or injury
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Vestment
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[n] a garment, especially a ceremonial or official robe
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Tremor
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[n] an involuntary quivering movement
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Quiver
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[v] tremble or shake with a slight rapid motion
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Agnostic
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[n] a person who believes that nothing is known or can be known of the existence or nature of God
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Disposition
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[n] an inclination or tendency
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Covenant
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[n] an agreement
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Autonomy
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[n] the right or condition of self-government;
freedom from external control or influence; independence |
