H Flashcards

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Heredity

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Huhredity

the passing on of physical or mental characteristics genetically from one generation to another.

a person’s ancestry.

the inheritance of a title, office, or right

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Heaven

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Brain

a place regarded in various religions as the abode of God (or the gods) and the angels, and of the good after death, often traditionally depicted as being above the sky.

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Hasten

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be quick to do something.

move or travel hurriedly.

cause (something) to happen sooner than it otherwise would.

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Humph

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used to express slightly scornful doubt or dissatisfaction

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Help

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Psychologically, physiologically, and socially fulfill

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Helpful

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Psychologically, physiologically, and socially, fulfilling

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House of representatives

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Representation based on population

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Holarchy

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holons exist at multiple levels of organization, forming a hierarchy where each holon is both an autonomous entity and a component of a larger holon

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Hog cranker

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Masturbation, usually in a more aggressive manner

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Hurtle

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move or cause to move at a great speed, typically in a wildly uncontrolled manner.

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Hangover

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Alcohol withdrawal

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Hope

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Trust in the future evoking a driving force that sustains one through difficulties and motivates one to take action, allowing one to transform pain into growth and despair into inspiration as a result of something.

Possibility of a bright future according to something

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Have

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Be with

Need

Done it

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How

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In what manner

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Harridan

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a strict, bossy, or belligerent old woman.

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Hierarchical

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of the nature of a hierarchy; arranged in order of rank.

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Hypothesis

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a supposition or proposed explanation made on the basis of limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation.

a proposition made as a basis for reasoning, without any assumption of its truth.

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Harmony

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the combination of simultaneously sounded musical notes to produce chords and chord progressions having a pleasing effect.

the quality of forming a pleasing and consistent whole.

agreement or concord.

an arrangement of the four Gospels, or of any parallel narratives, which presents a single continuous narrative text.

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Hypergamous

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marrying or dating someone of a higher social class or status.

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Hypergamy

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the act or practice of a person dating or marrying a spouse of higher social status or sexual capital than themselves

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Hoax

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a humorous or malicious deception.

deceive with a hoax.

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Hedge

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a fence or boundary formed by closely growing bushes or shrubs.

a contract entered into or asset held as a protection against possible financial loss.

a word or phrase used to allow for additional possibilities or to avoid commitment, for example, etc., often, usually, or sometimes.

surround or bound with a hedge.

enclose something

limit or qualify (something) by conditions or exceptions.

avoid making a definite decision, statement, or commitment.

protect oneself against loss on (a bet or investment) by making balancing or compensating transactions.

Hedge one’s bets: avoid committing oneself when faced with a difficult choice.

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Heretic

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a person believing in or practicing religious heresy.

a person holding an opinion at odds with what is generally accepted.

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Humid

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marked by a relatively high level of water vapor in the atmosphere.

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Halt
bring or come to an abrupt stop. used as a military command to bring marching soldiers to a stop.
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Heckle
interrupt (a public speaker) with derisive or aggressive comments or abuse. dress (flax or hemp) to split and straighten the fibers for spinning. a heckling comment.
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Heave
lift or haul (a heavy thing) with great effort. pull, raise, or move (a boat or ship) by hauling on a rope or ropes. throw (something heavy). produce (a sigh). rise and fall rhythmically or spasmodically. make an effort to vomit; retch. an act of heaving, especially a strong pull. a sideways displacement in a fault. a case of retching or vomiting. a disease of horses, with labored breathing Heave to: (of a boat or ship) come to a stop, especially by turning across the wind leaving the headsail backed
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Heap
a disorderly collection of objects placed haphazardly on top of each other. an amount of a particular loose substance. a large amount or number of. a disorderly or dilapidated place or vehicle. put (objects or a loose substance) in a heap. load something copiously with. form a heap. direct a great deal of praise, abuse, criticism, etc. at (someone or something). give someone or something (a great deal of praise, abuse, criticism, etc.). At the top of the heap: (of a person) at the highest point of a society or organization. At the bottom of the heap: (of a person) at the lowest point of a society or organization. In a heap: with the body completely limp.
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Hearth
the floor of a fireplace. the area in front of a fireplace. used as a symbol of one's home. the base or lower part of a furnace, where molten metal collects.
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Heed
pay attention to; take notice of. careful attention.
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Hitch
move (something) into a different position with a jerk. travel by hitchhiking. obtain (a ride) by hitchhiking. fasten or tether with a rope. harness (a draft animal or team). a temporary interruption or problem. a knot used for fastening a rope to another rope or something else. a device for attaching one thing to another, especially the tow bar of a motor vehicle. an act of hitchhiking. a period of service. Get hitched: marry. hitch one's wagon to a star: try to succeed by forming a relationship with someone who is already successful.
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Hypodermic
relating to the region immediately beneath the skin. (of a needle or syringe) used to inject a drug or other substance beneath the skin. (of a drug or other substance or its application) injected beneath the skin. a hypodermic syringe or injection.
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Hideously
in an extremely ugly manner. in an extremely unpleasant manner.
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Hyperfocus
highly focused attention that lasts a long time
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Hyper alert
to be extremely or excessively alert, or to be quick to see, understand, and act.
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Heroine
a woman admired or idealized for her courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities. the chief female character in a book, play, or movie, who is typically identified with good qualities, and with whom the reader is expected to sympathize. (in mythology and folklore) a woman of superhuman qualities and often semidivine origin, in particular one whose deeds were the subject of ancient Greek myths.
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Humility
XThe control of prideful impulses
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Hindsight
understanding of a situation or event only after it has happened or developed.
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Huckster
a person who uses aggressive or flashy methods to sell or promote something, often with a negative connotation suggesting dishonesty or trickery
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Hyperlexia
a condition characterized by advanced reading skills, often appearing early in childhood, alongside difficulties in understanding language and social skills
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Heliocentric
having or representing the sun as the center, as in the accepted astronomical model of the solar system. measured from or considered in relation to the center of the sun.
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Hedonism
the pursuit of pleasure; sensual self-indulgence. the ethical theory that pleasure (in the sense of the satisfaction of desires) is the highest good and proper aim of human life.
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Humpty Dumpty
a fat, rotund person. a person or thing that once overthrown cannot be restored.
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Homage
special honor or respect shown publicly. formal public acknowledgment of feudal allegiance.
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Hydroxycut
Hydroxycut is a brand of dietary supplements marketed as weight loss aids, often containing ingredients like caffeine and green coffee extract, and has been recalled multiple times due to safety concerns, including liver and kidney problems
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High jinks
boisterous fun
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Haggard
looking exhausted and unwell, especially from fatigue, worry, or suffering. (of a hawk) caught for training as a wild adult of more than twelve months. a haggard hawk.
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Hypnagogic
relating to the state immediately before falling asleep.
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Hag
a witch, especially one in the form of an ugly old woman (often used as a term of disparagement for a woman). short for hagfish.
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Hark
listen Hark at: used to draw attention to someone who has said or done something considered to be foolish or silly Hark back: mention or remember something from the past Hark bark: evoke an older style or genre
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Have substance
to possess real importance, meaning, or significance
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Hustle
force (someone) to move hurriedly or unceremoniously in a specified direction. working hard to achieve a goal, often with a relentless and persistent approach, and sometimes with a side hustle or extra job push roughly; jostle. hurry; bustle. obtain by forceful action or persuasion coerce or pressure someone into doing or choosing something. sell aggressively. obtain by illicit action; swindle; cheat. engage in prostitution. busy movement and activity. busy movement and activity. hustle one's ass: move or act quickly. hustle one's butt: move or act quickly