Words To Know Flashcards

(17 cards)

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Economical (adj.)

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Careful about spending money or using resources

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Swindle (v.)

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To cheat out of money or property

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Singular (n.)

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The form of a word that is used to refer to one person or thing

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Alibi (n.)

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A claim of having been elsewhere when a crime was committed; a reason given to explain something

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Confederate (n.)

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A person, state, or country that joins with another for a common purpose; a partner in crime

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Negative (n.)

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A “no” expression; a photo image that reverses light and dark areas

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Reign (n.)

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The power or rule of a monarch; a monarch’s period of rule

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Frank (adj.)

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Honest in expressing thoughts and feelings

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Mutiny (n.)

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An open rebellion against authority

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Discharge (v.)

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To let go; to unload cargo or passengers; to fire off; to give off

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Reign (v.)

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To rule as a monarch; to be widespread

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Mutiny (v.)

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To rebel against those in charge

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Pursue (v.)

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To chase in order to catch; to strive to achieve; to carry out

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Negative (adj.)

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Saying “no”; not positive or helpful; less than zero

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Discharge (n.)

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A release or letting go; a firing off; a giving off; something given off

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Modify (v.)

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To change somewhat

17
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Swindle (n.)

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A scheme for cheating someone