English Flashcards

Question

inbred

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existing from birth.

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unable to express one's ideas or feelings clearly or easily. "an inarticulate man of action"

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a solution or remedy for all difficulties or diseases.

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(of a person or their body) strongly and solidly built.

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a desire to hurt, annoy, or offend someone.

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the desire to harm someone; ill will.

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bad temper; spite. "he could vent his spleen on the institutions which had duped him"

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talk at length in a foolish or inconsequential way. "she began to prattle on about her visit to the dentist"

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the quality of having or showing good powers of judgement. "he is a man of some tactical shrewdness"

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strange or mysterious, especially in an unsettling way. "an uncanny feeling that she was being watched"

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changing frequently, especially as regards one's loyalties or affections. "celebs trying to appeal to an increasingly fickle public"

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(of an animal) not dangerous or frightened of people; domesticated. "the fish are so tame you have to push them away"

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the making of a long, high-pitched cry or sound. "dogs may exhibit signs of anxiety, such as whining, chewing, and excessive barking"

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talk or write persistently and tediously on (a particular topic). "I don't want to harp on about the past"

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(of a person) sit on something high or narrow. "Eve perched on the side of the armchair"

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a very strong wind. "I slept well despite the howling gales outside" an outburst of laughter. "she collapsed into gales of laughter"

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a short, stocky person, especially an athlete. "a feisty fireplug who played six seasons as a league catcher"

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a person or thing that is likely to cause harm; a threat or danger. "a new initiative aimed at beating the menace of drugs"

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a person who lives off others without giving anything in return. "no one gave me any handouts like these moochers expect"

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a woman's hairstyle in which the hair is turned back off the forehead in a roll. "she combed her hair into a high, curly pompadour"

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a holder for carrying a handgun or other firearm, typically made of leather and worn on a belt or under the arm.

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unpleasantly bright in colour, especially so as to create a harsh or unnatural effect. "lurid food colourings"

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immoral, sordid, and corrupt behaviour or activities. "political campaigns that are long on sleaze and short on substance"

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spend time making minor adjustments to one's hair, make-up, or clothes. "I spend hours primping in front of the mirror"

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intimidate (someone), typically into doing something, with stern or abusive words. "a witness is being browbeaten under cross-examination"

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(especially of a child) badly behaved; disobedient. "you've been a really naughty boy" mildly rude or indecent, typically because related to sex. "naughty goings-on"

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(of a sound) not loud because of being obstructed in some way; muted. "they heard the sounds of muffled voices"

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move lightly and quickly or hurriedly. "the girls skittered up the stairs"

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a drink consisting of rum, brandy, or other alcohol mixed with beaten egg, milk, and sugar.

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wound or pierce with a sting. "he was stung by a jellyfish"

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to support with evidence or authority

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a formal charge or accusation of a serious crime. "an indictment for conspiracy"

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a consideration or amount that diminishes or balances the effect of an opposite one. "widow's bereavement allowance is an offset against income"

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a form of decoration consisting of thin strips of shiny metal foil attached to a long piece of thread. "a room bedecked with tinsel and fairy lights"

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smoothness and elegance of movement.

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a hell of a (representing a non-standard pronunciation).

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a person with dark brown hair (typically used of a woman). "she's a gorgeous, green-eyed brunette"

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deliberately destroy, damage, or obstruct (something), especially for political or military advantage. "power lines from South Africa were sabotaged by rebel forces"

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full of strong emotion; passionate. "she felt an incandescent love for life"

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the restoration of friendly relations. "his reconciliation with your uncle"

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a person who believes that life is meaningless and rejects all religious and moral principles. "it is impossible to argue against a nihilist"

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fight or quarrel in a rough or noisy way. "he ended up brawling with a lout outside his house"

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a person who dislikes, despises, or is strongly prejudiced against women. "a bachelor and renowned misogynist"

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strong or aggressive masculine pride. "the exaggerated machismo displayed in the tango"§

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vigour or vivacity of style or performance. "she told her story with some brio"

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give intense pleasure or joy to.

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give strength or energy to.

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an overzealous or obsessive fan of a particular celebrity.

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prevent (something considered wrong or undesirable) from succeeding. "a brave policewoman foiled the armed robbery"

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a change of the form or nature of a thing or person into a completely different one. "her metamorphosis from aspiring unknown to internationally acclaimed author"

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extremely large or great. "a colossal amount of mail"

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assert or confess openly. "he avowed that he was no longer in perfect health"

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excessive pride in or admiration of one's own appearance or achievements. "it flattered his vanity to think I was in love with him" the quality of being worthless or futile. "the vanity of human wishes"

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deliberately cruel or violent.

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a feeling of fear or anxiety about something that may happen. "the men set off in fear and trepidation"

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in low spirits from loss of hope or courage. "she grew more and more despondent"

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a short knife with a pointed and edged blade, used as a weapon.

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a single length of hair, straw, rope, or other material made up of three or more interlaced strands. "she wore her dark hair in plaits"

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leave (someone) without the means to move from somewhere.

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not easily upset or excited. "a placid, contented man"

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(especially of a person) unfortunate. "the hapless victims of the disaster"

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a belief or set of beliefs held and taught by a church political party , or other group

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(especially of a horse or dog) make (the ears) stand erect when on the alert. "the dog's ears were pricked"

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a talk on a religious or moral subject, especially one given during a church service and based on a passage from the Bible.

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quarrel noisily over a trivial matter. "the boys were squabbling over a ball"

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a complicated irregular network of passages or paths in which it is difficult to find one's way; a maze. "you lose yourself in a labyrinth of little streets"

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become less intense, violent, or severe. "I'll wait a few minutes until the storm subsides"

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the state of being famous or well known for some bad quality or deed. "the song has gained some notoriety in the press"

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(of a person) recovering from an illness or medical treatment. "a convalescent child"

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a long or rambling story, especially one that is implausible. "he never let reality get in the way of a good yarn"

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taking no account of other people's wishes or opinions; domineering. "a man with a reputation for an autocratic management style"

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occupation of a position of dominant power or influence. "the ascendancy of good over evil"

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voluntarily cease to keep or claim; give up. "he relinquished his managerial role to become chief executive"

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(of a person) pleasing or liked on account of having qualities or interests that are similar to one's own. "his need for some congenial company" "settled down to more congenial life of a country squire"

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a man of high social standing who owns and lives on an estate in a rural area, especially the chief landowner in such an area. "country squire"

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having or showing sharp powers of judgement; astute. "she was shrewd enough to guess the motive behind his gesture"

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a position of power or control over someone. "he had the whip hand over other members of the cabinet"

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in a way that expresses sorrow or regret, especially in a wry or humorous manner. "the actor ruefully remarked that you are only as good as your last film"

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an employee who does all kinds of work. "he was employed as the general factotum"

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have a liking for something. "his rivals didn't cotton to all the attention he was getting"

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shameless and undisguised. "a barefaced lie"

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(of a person) rather fat or of heavy build. "stout middle-aged men"

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a rough-surfaced woollen cloth, typically of mixed flecked colours, originally produced in Scotland

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a rough-surfaced woollen cloth, typically of mixed flecked colours, originally produced in Scotland

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(of a person's voice) loud and powerful. "a stentorian roar"

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express (something) in language of a specified style. "the assurances were couched in general terms"

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confine in a small space. "being cooped up indoors all day makes him fidgety"

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make small movements, especially of the hands and feet, through nervousness or impatience. "the audience began to fidget and whisper"

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(of a person or part of the body) gracefully thin. "her slender neck"

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of an orange-brown or yellowish-brown colour. "tawny eyes"

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encouraging or arousing interest or enthusiasm. "a rich and stimulating working environment"

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polite submission and respect. "he addressed her with the deference due to age"

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an act of talking or writing in an unrestrained or heartfelt way. "literary effusions"

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intended to gain approval or favour; sycophantic. "an ingratiating manner"

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excessively flattering or ingratiating; oily. "he seemed anxious to please but not in an unctuous way"

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the quality of talking fluently, readily, or incessantly; talkativeness. "her legendary volubility deserted her"

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extending or occurring between events. "in the intervening years there were several unsuccessful attempts to renovate and reopen the building"

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a strong desire to have or do something. "a hankering for family life"

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a man unduly concerned with looking stylish and fashionable. "his floppy handkerchiefs and antique cufflinks gave him the look of a dandy"

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deceive or trick. "staff were hoodwinked into thinking the cucumber was a sawn-off shotgun"

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physical strength and good health. "I was 79, but still full of vigour and vitality"

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(of hair) of a reddish-brown colour.

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in a very serious, gloomy, or depressing manner. ""It's not good," I replied grimly"

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an ugly, twisted expression on a person's face, typically expressing disgust, pain, or wry amusement. "she gave a grimace of pain"

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help or benefit. "no amount of struggle availed Charles"

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induce (someone) to do something through reasoning or argument. "it wasn't easy, but I persuaded him to do the right thing"

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beat or sound with a strong, regular rhythm; pulsate steadily. "the war drums throbbed"

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very loyal and committed in attitude. "a staunch supporter of the anti-nuclear lobby"

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dark or poorly lit, especially so as to appear depressing or frightening. "a gloomy corridor badly lit by oil lamps"

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summarize and state again the main points of. "he began to recapitulate his argument with care"

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evoke or draw out (a reaction, answer, or fact) from someone. "I tried to elicit a smile from Joanna"

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restore friendly relations between. "the king and the archbishop were publicly reconciled"

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a minor irritation that spoils the success or enjoyment of something.

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. a journey undertaken by a group of people with a particular purpose, especially that of exploration, research, or war. "an expedition to the jungles of the Orinoco"

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1.holy place 2.a private place from which most people are excluded. "he ushered her into his sanctum and gave her something to drink"

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confer or present (an honour, right, or gift). "the office was bestowed on him by the monarch of this realm"

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hold out or put forward (something) to someone for acceptance. "she proffered a glass of wine"

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attractively unusual or old-fashioned. "quaint country cottages"

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impossible to understand; perplexing. "the crime is a baffling mystery for the police"

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a woman's dressing room, bedroom

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the structure formed by the uprights and handrail at the side of a staircase. "he vaulted the banister"

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feeling or appearing troubled or nervous. "there's no point getting agitated"

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remain in existence; last. "these cities have endured through time"

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deserving or causing public disgrace or shame. "the party risked ignominious defeat"

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send off to a destination or for a purpose. "he dispatched messages back to base"

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extremely wet; soaked. "he was wringing with sweat"

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produce (a sigh). "he heaved a euphoric sigh of relief"

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a sudden, violent, irregular movement of the body, caused by involuntary contraction of muscles and associated especially with brain disorders such as epilepsy, the presence of certain toxins or other agents in the blood, or fever in children.

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walk with long, decisive steps in a specified direction. "he strode across the road"

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causing great horror or fear. "one of the most ghastly crimes ever committed"

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in a way that lacks strength or force. "I smiled feebly" in a way that fails to convince or impress. "he feebly attempted to defend the challenge"

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uttered with difficulty, as if from a constricted throat. "he let out a strangled gasp"

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make (suffering, deficiency, or a problem) less severe. "he couldn't prevent her pain, only alleviate it"

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(of a place) full of activity. "the bustling little town"

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(of a group of people) come or go together or in large numbers. "the girls trooped in for dinner" (of a lone person) walk at a slow or steady pace. "Caroline trooped wearily home from work"

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suppose that something is true without having evidence to confirm it. "he surmised that something must be wrong"

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make or become wider, larger, or more open. "her eyes dilated with horror"

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unable to be explained or accounted for. "for some inexplicable reason her mind went completely blank"

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in keeping with good taste and propriety; polite and restrained. "Charlotte gave David a decorous kiss"

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a judicial inquiry to ascertain the facts relating to an incident.

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raise (a difficult subject) for discussion. "he broached the subject he had been avoiding all evening"

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cautiously or suspiciously reluctant to do something. "she had been chary of telling the whole truth"

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approach and address (someone) boldly or aggressively. "reporters accosted him in the street"

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a sense of disgust and loathing. "news of the attack will be met with sorrow and revulsion"

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showing great skill and flair. "she dressed with consummate elegance"

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unlock; remove the bars from (a gate or door) "she unbarred the gate"

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using or containing suggestion rather than explicit mention. "allusive references to the body"

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an expression designed to call something to mind without mentioning it explicitly; an indirect or passing reference. "an allusion to Shakespeare"

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expressing the opinion that something is of little worth; derogatory. "disparaging remarks about council houses"

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a beautiful or innocent-looking child. plural noun: cherubs "a wistful cherub of eighteen months, photographed at her playgroup"

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feel or show fear or apprehension. "she quailed at his heartless word

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serious and immediate danger. "you could well place us both in peril"

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deserving strong condemnation; completely unacceptable. "children living in deplorable conditions"

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destroy utterly; wipe out. "the memory was so painful that he obliterated it from his mind"

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patient self-control; restraint and tolerance. "his unfailing courtesy and forbearance under great provocation"

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a structure of wood, marble, or stone above and around a fireplace.

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spin quickly and lightly round, especially repeatedly. "she twirled in delight to show off her new dress"

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discourage (someone) from doing something by instilling doubt or fear of the consequences. "only a health problem would deter him from seeking re-election"

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causing or involving great suffering, fear, or unhappiness; extremely bad or serious. "there's been a dreadful accident" (of a person) unwell or troubled. "I feel dreadful—I hate myself"

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(especially of a young person) big and strong. "they had three strapping sons"

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morbidly interested in death or disaster. "she told the story with ghoulish relish"

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great enjoyment. "she swigged a mouthful of wine with relish"

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a person's facial features or expression, especially when regarded as indicative of character or ethnic origin. "friends began to notice a change in his physiognomy"

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accept something reluctantly but without protest. "Sara acquiesced in his decision"

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involve (something) as a necessary or inevitable part or consequence. "a situation which entails considerable risks"

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in a serious or solemn manner. "the guard nodded gravely"

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outward behaviour or bearing. "his happy demeanour"

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deprived of a close relation or friend through their death. "bereaved families"

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difficult to interpret or understand; inscrutable. "Hughes will forever remain a sphinxlike enigma"

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impossible to understand or interpret. "Guy looked blankly inscrutable"

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tiredness or inactivity, especially when pleasurable. "her whole being was pervaded by a dreamy languor"

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fill (something) up again. "he replenished Justin's glass with mineral water"

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the customary code of polite behaviour in society or among members of a particular profession or group. "the rules of etiquette are changing"

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interject (a remark) in a conversation. "‘I dare say,’ interpolated her employer"

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unable to be upset or excited; calm. "an imperturbable tranquillity" composed

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say something indistinctly and quietly, making it difficult for others to hear. "he mumbled something she didn't catch"

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in an active, quick, or energetic way. "she walked briskly into the building"

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make (something) clear; explain. "work such as theirs will help to elucidate this matter"

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free (someone or something) from a constraint or difficulty. "he was trying to extricate himself from official duties"

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try hard to do or achieve something. "he is endeavouring to help the Third World"

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. (of writing) very lengthy and detailed. "we all scribbled down voluminous notes"

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a thing that serves to cover, conceal, or disguise. "a veil of mist and snow lay over the landscape"

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a sudden sharp pain or painful emotion. "Lindsey experienced a sharp pang of guilt"

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express to (someone) one's disapproval of or disappointment in their actions. "critics reproached him for his failure to tackle the deficiency"

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cause (an event or situation, typically one that is undesirable) to happen suddenly, unexpectedly, or prematurely. "the incident precipitated a political crisis"

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a title or form of address used of or to an unmarried French-speaking woman, corresponding to Miss. "Mademoiselle Rossignol"

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(of words or a speaker) fluent but insincere and shallow. "the glib phrases soon roll off the tongue"

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stupid person.

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stare with one's mouth open wide in amazement or wonder. "he gaped at Sharp in silence"

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not revealing one's thoughts or feelings readily. "she was extremely reticent about her personal affairs"

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look or gaze in a lascivious or unpleasant way. "bystanders were leering at the nude painting"

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playful or humorous. "a jocose allusion"

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a belief held without proof or certain knowledge; an assumption or hypothesis. "they were working on the supposition that his death was murder"

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evoke or draw out (a reaction, answer, or fact) from someone. "I tried to elicit a smile from Joanna"

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rude and disrespectful behaviour. "she was sacked for insolence"

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expressing disapproval; disapproving. "he sniffed in a deprecating way"

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disorder or disarrange (someone's hair), typically by running one's hands through it. "the father laughs and jovially ruffles his son's hair"

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shine brightly, especially with reflected light. "light gleamed on the china cats"

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1. suggest or hint (something bad) in an indirect and unpleasant way. "he was insinuating that I had no self-control"

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foolish or silly behaviour. "the tomfoolery of MPs at question time"

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a strap or rope placed around the head of a horse or other animal, used for leading or tethering it.

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astonish or deeply shock. "I was staggered to find it was six o'clock"

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you have an idea or plan which you have not told anyone about. to have/keep a secret method, trick, etc., that one can use when it is needed.

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a person's forehead. "he wiped his brow"

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smile broadly. "Dennis appeared, grinning cheerfully"

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having knowledge or awareness. "statesmen must be cognizant of the political boundaries within which they work"

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most noticeable or important. "it succinctly covered all the salient points of the case"

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bend one's head or body forwards and downwards. "he stooped down and reached towards the coin" lower one's moral standards so far as to do something reprehensible. "Craig wouldn't stoop to thieving"

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the action or practice of deceiving someone by concealing or misrepresenting the truth. "a web of deceit"

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deceit used in order to achieve one's goal. "he had to use subterfuge and bluff on many occasions"

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having or showing keen mental discernment and good judgement; wise or shrewd. "they were sagacious enough to avoid any outright confrontation"

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the ability to judge well. "an astonishing lack of discernment"

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optimistic or positive, especially in an apparently bad or difficult situation. "he is sanguine about prospects for the global economy"

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a person or thing that is the centre of attention or admiration. "Kirk was the cynosure of all eyes"

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make (someone) unable to think or feel properly. "the offence of administering drugs to a woman with intent to stupefy her"

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be indebted or grateful. "if you can give me a few minutes of your time I'll be much obliged"

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: a false discovery, illusion, or deliberate hoax

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subject (someone) to hostility and ill-treatment, especially because of their ethnicity, religion, or sexual orientation or their political beliefs. "his followers were persecuted by the authorities"

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a desire to hurt, annoy, or offend someone. "he'd think I was saying it out of spite"

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speak about (someone) in a spitefully critical manner. "don't you dare malign her in my presence"

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threatening harm; menacing. "Bill shot a baleful glance in her direction"

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sad and disappointed. "he came back empty-handed and crestfallen"

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be quick to do something. "he hastened to refute the assertion"

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express strong disapproval or disagreement. "he found Fox expostulating with a young man"

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free (someone) from a criminal charge by a verdict of not guilty. "she was acquitted on all counts"

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clear (someone) of blame or suspicion. "hospital staff were vindicated by the inquest verdict"

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friendly and cheerful. "our genial host"

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an allusive or oblique remark or hint, typically a suggestive or disparaging one. "she's always making sly innuendoes"

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keen interest or enthusiasm. "he read detective stories with avidity"

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a length of thread or yarn, loosely coiled and knotted.

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diligent and hard-working. "an industrious people striving to make their country prosperous"

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a hammer with a large, usually wooden head.

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a person who helps another commit a crime. "an accomplice in the murder"

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the action of digging up something buried, especially a corpse. "the exhumation of bodies was ordered following protests by the villagers"

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simulated or pretended; insincere. "her eyes widened with feigned shock"

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to try very hard to get something you want

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free (someone) from a criminal charge by a verdict of not guilty. "she was acquitted on all counts"

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a person who gives money or other help to a person or cause. "a low-interest loan from a benefactor allowed them to build a floor for the exhibition hall"

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recklessly extravagant or wasteful in the use of resources. "profligate consumers of energy"

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not able to be doubted, questioned, or criticized; entirely trustworthy. "an unimpeachable witness"

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with great effort and determination. "he strenuously denied any wrongdoing"

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admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering. "she was resolute and unswerving"

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in spite of (opposition or difficulty). "the firm has expanded its building contracting division in the teeth of recession"

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eager or quick to argue, quarrel, or fight. "his public statements became increasingly pugnacious"

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strong disapproval, typically on moral grounds. "she braved her mother's disapprobation and slipped out to enjoy herself"

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the quality of having a friendly and cheerful manner. "he was endowed with geniality and good humour"

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the ability to produce a desired or intended result. "there is little information on the efficacy of this treatment" effectiveness , success

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a large, imposing building.

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(with reference to a car horn, siren, etc.) make or cause to make a hoot. "a car horn hooted, frightening her"

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a feeling of smug or uncritical satisfaction with oneself or one's achievements. "the figures are better, but there are no grounds for complacency"

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complete freedom to act as one wishes. "the architect given carte blanche to design the store"

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assemble and arrange (a group of people, especially troops) in order. "the general marshalled his troops"

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a strong feeling that something is about to happen, especially something unpleasant. "he had a premonition of imminent disaster"

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1. a trace or remnant of something that is disappearing or no longer exists. "the last vestiges of colonialism"

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a measure or condition that keeps someone or something under control. "decisions are made within the financial restraints of the budget"

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deriving ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources. "universities offering an eclectic mix of courses"

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(of a person's voice) sounding rough and harsh, typically as the result of a sore throat or of shouting. "a hoarse whisper"

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the action or process of distributing things or people over a wide area. "some seeds rely on birds for dispersion"

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too powerful to be defeated or overcome. "an invincible warrior"

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reservation or deliverance from harm, ruin, or loss. "they try to sell it to us as economic salvation"

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a right or privilege exclusive to a particular individual or class. "in some countries, higher education is predominantly the prerogative of the rich" entitlement , right, privelege

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the freedom to decide what should be done in a particular situation. "local authorities should use their discretion in setting the charges"

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without intention; accidentally. "his name had been inadvertently omitted from the list"

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causing horror or disgust "the town was shaken by a series of grisly crimes"

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(of a man's facial features) strongly and clearly defined. "the chiselled features of a male model"

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clearly visible. "he was very thin, with a conspicuous Adam's apple"

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the technique or practice of responding to an accusation or difficult question by making a counter-accusation or raising a different issue. "all too often, well-intentioned debate descends into whataboutery"

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