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20 Cards in this Set
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harry
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(v.) to make a destructive raid on; to torment; harass
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dormant
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(adj.) inactive; in a state of suspension; sleeping
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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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brunt
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(n.) the main impact, force, or burden
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impenitent
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(adj.) not feeling remorse or soorow for errors or offenses
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combatant
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(n.) a fighter, (adj.) engaged in fighting
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abase
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(v.) to 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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actuate
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(v.) to move to action; to impel
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subterfuge
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(n.) an excuse or trick for escaping or hiding something
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avert
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(v.) to turn aside; turn away; to prevent, avoid
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protract
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(v.) to draw out or lengthen in time or space
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knave
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(n.) a tricky, deceitful, or unprincipled fellow
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dubious
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(adj.) causing uncertainty or suspicion; in a doubtful or uncertain state of mind; hesitant
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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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plaintiff
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(n.) one who begins a lawsuit
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harangue
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(v.) to deliver a loud, ranting speech; (n.) a loud speech
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spurn
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(v.) to refuse with scorn, disdain
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boorish
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(adj.) rude, unrefined; clumsy
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