chapters 1-12 Flashcards

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pulsate

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to expand and contract rhythmically, as the heart

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formidable

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causing fear, apprehension, or dread

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obligated

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to bind or oblige morally or legally

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reproachfully

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to find fault with; blame; censure

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resolute

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firmly resolved or determined

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dire

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causing or involving great fear of suffering

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adrenaline

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increasing rates of blood circulation, increases stress

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7
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banish

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send away from a country or place

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grandeur

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splendor and impressiveness in apperance

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impassive

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not feeling or showing emotion

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10
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jaunty

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having or expressing a lively, cheerful, and self confident manner

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11
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abide

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accept or act in accordance with

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12
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abundant

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existing in large quantities

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13
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engulf

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sweep over (something) so as to surround or cover

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14
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grotesque

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comically or repulsively ugly or distorted

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