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15 Cards in this Set
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Blandish
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(Often plural) Taht which is intended to oax or persuade, such as flattery; an allurement.
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Deprecate
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1.To criticize or express disapproval of.
2. To represent as of little value. |
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Discomfit
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To make uneasy by confusing ot embarrassing a person.
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Meteoric
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Coming into exstence swiftly, suddenly, brightly, like a meteor.
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Overbearing
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Acting in an arrogant, domineering way.
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Precoious
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Showing exceptionally early development of abilities.
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Proffer
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To offer for acceptance or consideration.
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Remonstrate
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To say in protest; to raise an objection.
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Rift
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1. A split or crack.
2. A break in friendly relations. |
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Solicitous
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Showing interest and care; concerned.
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Succinct
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Expressed clearly and in few words; concise.
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Sylvan
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Having to do with trees or wooded areas.
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Trepidation
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Apprehension; dread.
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Untoward
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Not favorable;unlucky.
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Virtuoso
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A person with great skill in soem art, especially music.
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