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20 Cards in this Set
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escalate
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v-to elevate; to increase in intensity
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heterogeneous
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adj-composed of different kinds, diverse
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feign
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v-to pretend
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incredulous
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adj-disbelieving, skeptical
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horde
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n-a vast number (as of people)
-a throng |
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prognosis
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n-a forecast of the probable course and outcome of a disease of situation
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monologue
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n-a speech by one actor; a long talk by one person
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drudgery
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n-work that is hard and tiresome
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inscribe
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v-to write or engrave; to enter a name on a list
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envoy
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n-a representative or messenger (as of a government)
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candid
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adj-frank, sincere; impartial; unposed
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grievous
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adj-causing sorrow or pain; serious
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expedient
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n-a means to an end;
adj-advantageous, useful |
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flair
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n-a natural quality, talent or skill; a distinctive style
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impel
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v-to force, drive forward
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cubicle
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n-a small room or compartment
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rasping
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adj-with a harsh, grating sound;
n-a harsh sound |
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scuttle
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v-to sink a ship by cutting holes in it;to get rid of something in a decisive way;
v-to run hastily, scurry |
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auxiliary
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adj-giving assistance or support;
n-a helper, aid |
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repugnant
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adj-offensive, disagreeable, distasteful
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