Chapter 3: Definitions Flashcards

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Beckoned

A

Make a gesture with the hand arm of head to encourage someone to come nearer

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2
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Extenuating

A

Make (guilt or offense) seem less serious or more forgivable

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3
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Incredulous

A

Unwilling or unable to believe in something

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4
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Requisition

A

An official order laying claim tithe use of property or materials

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5
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Flotilla

A

A fleet of ships or boats

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6
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Interplanetary

A

Situated or traveling between planets

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7
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Legitimate

A

Conforming to the law or rules

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8
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Circumvented

A

Find a way around (an obstacle)

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9
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Unstinting

A

Given or giving without restraint

Unsparing

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10
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Anguished

A

Experiencing or expressing mental of physical pain or suffering

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