Lesson 7 Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
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beneficiary
A
the recipient of funds or other benefits
2
Q
decomposition
A
the organic phenomenon of rotting
3
Q
gloat
A
to brag
4
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initiative
A
readiness to embark on bold new ventures
5
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precedent
A
an example that is used to justify similar occurrences
6
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proliferate
A
grow rapidly
7
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relentless
A
not letting up on harshness
8
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solace
A
to comfort you
9
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trite
A
repeated too often
10
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wane
A
a gradual decline