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aperture

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an opening or hole

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cache

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a hiding or storage place, especially for food or valuables. anything hidden or stored in such a place

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combustible

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capable of catching fire or burning

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delegate

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a person appointed to act on behalf of others; a representative. to assign or entrust to another

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inclement

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stormy. harsh; not merciful

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indelible

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not able to be erased; permanent

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malady

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a sickness or unhealthy condition

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memoir

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an account based on the authors personal experiences

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paramount

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most important; chief

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rectify

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to correct or adjust

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requisite

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required; necessary. something that is required or necessary

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squeamish

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easily made to feel upset or sick to the stomach

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tract

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an area of land or water. a system or organs in the body that perform some functions together. a pamphlet, often expressing religious or political ideas, that seeks to persuade

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tribulation

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great trouble or suffering

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vignette

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a short sketch that provides a clear picture