Unit 12 Vocabulary Gr. 6

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abduct

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(v) to kidnap, carry off by force

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ambiguous

Back 2

(adj) not clear; having two or more possible meanings

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balk

Back 3

(v) to stop short and refuse to go on; to refuse abruptly; to prevent from happening;

(n) (in baseball) an illegal motion made by a pitcher

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compact

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(adj) closely and firmly packed together; small;

(v) to squeeze together

(n) an agreement between parties; a small case containing a mirror and face powder; a small car

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confer

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(v) to consult, talk over, exchange opinions; to present as a gift, favor, or honor

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earmark

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(v) to set aside for a special purpose; to mark an animal's ear for identification;

(n) an identifying mark or feature

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frigid

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(adj) extremely cold; lacking in warmth or feeling

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implement

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(n) an instrument, tool;

(v) to put into effect

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incalculable

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(adj) too great to be counted; unpredictable, uncertain

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indisputable

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(adj) beyond question or argument, definitely true

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intensive

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(adj) thorough, deep; showing great effort; concentrated

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maneuver

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(n) a planned movement; a skillful plan; a scheme;

(v) to perform or carry out such a planned movement

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sabotage

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(n) an action taken to destroy something or to prevent it from working properly;

(v) to take such destructive action

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scant

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(adj) not enough; barely enough; marked by a small or insufficient amount

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stealthy

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(adj) done in a way so as not to be seen or observed;

sneaky, underhanded

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strapping

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(adj) tall, strong, and healthy

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strident

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(adj) harsh, shrill; unpleasant sounding

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thrive

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(v) to grow vigorously; to grow in wealth and possessions

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titanic

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(adj) of enormous size, strength, power, or scope

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valiant

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(adj) possessing or acting with bravery or boldness