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protract
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v-to draw out or lengthen in time or space
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probe
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v-to examine, investigate thoroughly; n-an investigation; a device used to explore or examine
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liberality
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n-generosity, generous act; breadth of mind or outlook
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combatant
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n-a fighter, adj-engaged in fighting
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harangue
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v-to deliver a loud, ranting speech; n-a loud speech
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harry
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v-to make a destructive raid on; to torment, harass
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actuate
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v-to move to action; to impel
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brunt
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n-the main impact, force, or burden
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abase
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v-to lower in esteem, degrade; to humble
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quarry
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n-a place from which stone is taken; something that is hunted or pursued; v-to cut or take from (or as if from)a quarry
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dormant
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adj-inactive; in a state of suspension; sleeping
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boorish
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adj-rude, unrefined; clumsy
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dublous
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adj-causing uncertainty or suspicion; in a doubtful or uncertain state of mind, hesitant
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avert
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v-to turn aside, turn away; to prevent, avoid
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plaintiff
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n-one who begins a lawsuit
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spurn
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v-to refuse with scorn, disdain
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legion
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n-a large military force; any large group or number; adj-many,numerous
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knave
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n-a tricky, deceitful, or unprincipled fellow
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subterfuge
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n-an excuse or trick for escaping or hiding something
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impenitent
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adj-not feeling remorse or sorrow for errors or offenses
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