1.2 Flashcards

1
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to roam

A

move about or travel aimlessly, or without a purpose

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2
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to suffer

A

experience or be subjected to (something bad or unpleasant)

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3
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fever

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to be sick with a high temperature

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4
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tortoise

A

a large turtle

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5
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recital

A

the performance of a program of music

Ex: Jenny had her first piano recital yesterday!

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6
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to applaud

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to clap

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7
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delighted

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feeling or showing great pleasure

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8
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miniature

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something of a much smaller size than normal

Ex: The children dressed up as miniature adults.

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9
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to appreciate

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recognize the full worth of

Ex: I appreciate all the help you’ve given me.

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10
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senior home / retirement home / nursing home

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housing facility intended for the elderly

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11
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to drool

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drop saliva uncontrollably from the mouth

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12
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shrewd

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having or showing sharp powers of judgment

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13
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sharp-witted

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quick to notice and understand things

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14
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radiant

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sending out light; shining or glowing brightly

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15
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dilemma

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a difficult situation or problem

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16
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linear

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arranged in or extending along a straight or nearly straight line

17
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shady

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1) situated in or full of shade

2) suspicious, questionable

18
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jealous

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feeling or showing envy of someone or their achievements and advantages