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14 Cards in this Set
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bewail
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To express deep regret or sorrow over
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destitute
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Without resources or possessions, especially the necessities of life.
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detract
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To take away, especially from the value, beauty, or importance of.
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emancipate
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To set free from slavery; to liberate.
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extol
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To praise highly.
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flamboyant
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Excessively showy; unrestrained.
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impetus
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A driving force; anything that causes an action.
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insuperable
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Incapable of being overcome or defeated.
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intermittent
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Not continuous; happening at intervals.
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maxim
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A general truth or rule of conduct; a short saying.
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obligatory
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required or demanded
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plumb
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1.To measure the depth of water.
2. To reach the deepest part of. 3. To understand by examining closely. |
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vagabond
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A person who wanders from place to place.
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visage
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A face, especially one that expresses feelings.
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