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19 Cards in this Set
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Harried
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To persistenty carry out attacks
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Blithe
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Happy or Joyous
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Beguiled
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To distract the attention of
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Trundled
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To move slowly and heavily, in a smooth way
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Bridle
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To bring something under control
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Staunchly
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firm; loyal and committed in attitude
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Ramparts
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A defensive wall or fortification with a walkway
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Frieze
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A decorative band on a wall
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Lapis
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A bright, blue rock
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Suppliants
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A person making a humble plea
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Colonnade
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A row of columns
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Brusquely
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Abrupt in manner or speech; being sharp or harsh
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Herald
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An offical messenger bringing news
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Rapturous
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Feeling great plesure or enthusiasm
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Scudding
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To move fast in a straight line because or as if driven by the wind
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Wily
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Skilled at gaining an advantage, esp. deceitfully
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Guile
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Sly or cunning
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Raucous
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Making a disturbingly harsh and loud noise
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Vexed
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Annoyed, frustrated, or worried
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