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15 Cards in this Set
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accompany
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v. 1.To go along with; to be together.
2. To play musical instrument for or with. |
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beneficial
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adj. Being of use; helpful; favorable.
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captive
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n. One that is held prisoner.
adj. Unable to escape or get away. captivity (n.) The state of being held against one's will; loss of freedom. |
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convenient
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adj. Suitable for one's needs; making life easier or more comfortable.
convenience (n) Anything that makes life easier or more comfortable. |
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ecstasy
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n. A strong feeling of emotion, especially joy.
estatic (adj) Full of or causing ecstasy. |
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expanse
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n. A wide open area or surface; a stretch
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expedition
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n. 1. A long journey by a group to explore or do battle.
2. A group that makes such a journey. |
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inept
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adj. 1. Clumsily or awkwardly expressed; not suitable for the occasion
2. Lacking in skill or ability. |
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interpret
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v. 1. To translate into another language.
2. To explain the meaning of. 3. To understand in one's own way. |
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invaluable
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adj. Too valuable to measure; priceless.
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linger
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v. To be slow in leaving or going away.
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retrieve
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v. 1. To get back; to recover.
2. To find and bring back. |
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skirmish
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n. A minor fight or battle.
v. To take part in such a fight. |
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supplement
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n. Something added to make up for something.
v. To add to. |
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territory
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n. 1. A particular area of land.
2. A land area under control of a particular group or government |
