019 Flashcards by Jian Huang | Brainscape

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sceptical

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not convinced

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scintillating

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sparkling or stimulating

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secluded

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isolated away

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serene

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peaceful

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shrewd

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cunning/clever

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simultaneous

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happening at the same time

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demolish

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tear down or destroy

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hearty

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warm and friendly

healthy, lively and strong

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enforce

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force to obey (the law)

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primary

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first in time or order

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resign

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give up a job or right

abandon

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observant

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watchful, careful

quick to notice

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verdict

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decision of a jury of a trial

judgement

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qualification

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certificate

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contrast

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differ strikingly:

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career

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a job or profession

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strain

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struggle

fatiguing pressure

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efficient

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in the best way or reduce waste

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obsolete

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too old to not used

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remarkable

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extraordinary