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Flashcards in MARCH 22 Deck (12)
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1
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“the coffin was lowered into the grave”

A

a hole dug in the ground to receive a coffin or dead body, typically marked by a stone or mound.

2
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“the story had been conclusively debunked”

A

n a decisive way that has the effect of proving a case.

3
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“he raged at the futility of it all”

A

feel or express violent uncontrollable anger.

4
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“they were held hostage by armed rebels”

A

a person seized or held as security for the fulfilment of a condition.

5
Q

“the officer decided to stop and subsequently made an arrest”

A

after a particular thing has happened; afterwards.

6
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“to escape the fighting, his family fled from their village”

A

run away from a place or situation of danger.

7
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“he began to retrace his steps to the station car park”

A

go back over (the same route that one has just taken).

8
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“no prudent money manager would authorize a loan without first knowing its purpose”

A

acting with or showing care and thought for the future.

9
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“the officials were very circumspect in their statements”

A

wary and unwilling to take risks.

10
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“health authorities should foster good practice by disseminating information”

A

spread (something, especially information) widely.

11
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“a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for help”

A

very worried and upset.

12
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“the newspaper was duped into publishing an untrue story”

A

deceive; trick.