Chapter 4 Vocabulary Flashcards

(11 cards)

1
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Gasps

A

To take in breath suddenly

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2
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Abated

A

To lessen or decrease

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3
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Hoarse

A

Scratchy voice

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4
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Keening

A

Sharp pain

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5
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Clammy

A

Cold, sticky moisture

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6
Q

Remnants

A

The remainder of something

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7
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Hordes

A

An unorganized crowd, swarm, or large amount

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8
Q

Frustration

A

Dissatisfaction, unsolved problem, to make someone feel helpless/ discouraged

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9
Q

Agony

A

Pain in body and/ or mind

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10
Q

Squint

A

Partially closed/ opened eyes

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11
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Hummocks

A

Low mound of the earth that’s smaller than a hill

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