13-15 Flashcards

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without previous thought or preparation; casually or spontaneously.

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offhand

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persistent

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continuing to exist, endure, or pursue despite obstacles or setbacks.

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increase in size; enlarge; swell

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expand

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make different; change; vary

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alter

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ripe/ full grown or developed

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mature

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worthy of respect; holy

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sacred

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change; alter*; bring up to date

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revise

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pledge

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promise

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happening by chance; not planned or expected; not calling attention to itself

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casual

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pursue

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follow; proceed alon

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unanimous

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in complete agreement

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fortunate

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having good luck; lucky

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pioneer (p

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one who goes first or prepares a way for others

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innovative

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having new ideas

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person having the worst of any struggle; one who is expected to lose

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underdog

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confused completely; puzzled

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bewildered

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push with force

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thrust

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turning or swinging round and round; spinning

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a noisy quarrel or fight

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an exact copy; make an exact copy of; repeat
exactly

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person who is on the other side of a fight, game, or discussion; person fighting, struggling or speaking against another

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evil/wicked/savage

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acting or done with strong, rough force

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coarse and savage; like a brute; cruel

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person who wants and tries to get the same thing as another; one who tries to equal or do better than another
rival
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unruly
hard to rule
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person who prepares a publication; one who corrects a manuscript and helps to improve it
editor
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misty; smoky; unclear
hazy
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a flash or beam of light
gleam
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vessel
a ship; a hollow container; tube containing body fluid
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move from one place to another
migrate
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one who writes for, edits, manages, or produces a newspaper or magazine
journalist
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starvation; great shortage
famine
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revive
bring back or come back to life or consciousnes
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commence
begin; start
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observant
quick to notice/ wachful
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recognize as being, or show to be, a certain person or thing; prove to be the same
identify
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Proponent of
1. A person who actively supports or advocates for a particular idea, cause, or belief. Example: "She is a passionate proponent of renewable energy sources." 2. Someone who argues in favor of something; a supporter or promoter. Example: "He is a vocal proponent of free speech and civil liberties."
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beneficiary
1. a person or organization that receives money, advantages, or other benefits as a result of a will, insurance policy, or similar arrangement. Example: The younger sister was named the beneficiary of her late father's estate, receiving a substantial inheritance. 2. a person or group that benefits or gains an advantage from a particular situation or action. Example: The local community became the beneficiary of the new park, enjoying its recreational facilities and green spaces.
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Supplement to
1. An additional or extra component or part that enhances or complements something else. Example: "The textbook comes with a supplement to provide further explanations and exercises." 2. Something that is added to complete or enhance a deficiency or inadequacy. Example: "Vitamin C is often taken as a dietary supplement to boost the immune system."
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buttress
1. a structure, often made of stone or brick, built against a wall to support or reinforce it. Example: The ancient castle had large buttresses along its exterior walls, providing stability and strength. 2. to support, strengthen, or reinforce an idea, argument, or belief.
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reciprocate
1. to respond to a gesture or action by making a corresponding gesture or action in return, often of the same kind or intensity. Example: When someone compliments you, it's polite to reciprocate by giving them a compliment in return. 2. to give or feel in return; to exchange mutual feelings or actions. Example: After receiving a generous gift from her friend, she wanted to reciprocate the kindness by taking her out for dinner.
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distraction
1. something that prevents someone from giving their full attention to something else, often diverting their focus or causing a loss of concentration. Example: The constant noise from construction outside became a major distraction, making it difficult for the students to concentrate on their studies. 2. an enjoyable diversion or amusement that provides entertainment and momentarily diverts attention from daily concerns. Example: Playing video games can be a fun distraction after a long day of work, allowing one to relax and unwind