10/4 voacb Flashcards

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inevitable

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not to be avoided; sure to happen

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incandescent

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heated to high temp that it gives out light; white hot; shining brightly

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dubious

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filled with or being in doubt

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furtive

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done quickly and with stealth to avoid being noticed

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reciprocally

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in return

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rejuvenate

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make young or vigorous again

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lethargy

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drowsy; dullness

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impotent

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not having power; helpless

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waned

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lose size; become smaller gradually

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implicit

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meant but not clearly expressed or stated

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ignoble

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without honor; disgraceful

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plaintive

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expressive or sorrowful; mournful

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zenith

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point in the heavens directly overhead

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14
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cajoled

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persuade by pleasant words; flattery

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incantation

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a series of words said as a magic spell or charm

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intercession

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the action of intervening on behalf of another

17
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vespers

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a service of evening prayer in other churches

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jardiniere

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an ornamental pot or stand for the display of growing plants

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obstinate

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refusing to change ones opinion or course of action

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cavorted

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jump or dance around excitedly