List 10... Flashcards

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juxtaposition

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the fact of two things being seen or placed close together for contrasting effect.

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dichotomy

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a division or contrast between two things that are represented as being opposed or entirely different.

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tenacity

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the quality or fact of being able to grip something firmly; persistence.

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4
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ebullient

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cheerful and full of energy.

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elusive

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difficult to find, catch, or achieve.

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fervent

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having or displaying a passionate intensity.

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whimsical

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playfully quaint or fanciful, especially in an appealing and amusing way.

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benevolence

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the quality of being well-meaning; kindness.

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tranquility

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the quality or state of being calm and peaceful.

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nostalgia

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a sentimental longing for the past.

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