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Noun. A great mass of ice, earth, or snow mixed with rocks sliding down a mountain. |
avalanche |
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Noun. A heavy snowstorm with strong winds. |
blizzard |
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Verb. To invite others to take part in a contest. |
challenge |
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Verb. To get the better of. |
conquer |
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Noun. A deep, narrow opening in rock caused by a split or crack. |
crevice |
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Adj. Unwisely bold or daring. |
foolhardy |
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Verb. To tempt or attract with the promise of something good. |
lure |
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Noun. A temporary and usually less strong replacement. |
makeshift |
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Noun. One who looks at things in the most positive way; a cheerful, hopeful person. |
optimist |
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Adj. Earlier; happening before. |
previous |
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Noun. The path that must be followed to get to a place. |
route |
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Noun. The highest part; the top. |
summit |
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Adj. Short and to the point. |
terse |
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Verb. To block or defeat the plans or efforts of. |
thwart |
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Adj. Running straight up and down; upright. |
vertical |
