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long and thin; limited; slight

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SLENDER

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do better than; be greater than; excel

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SURPASS

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VAST

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VERY GREAT; ENORMOUS

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amount of room or space inside; largest amount that can be held by a container

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CAPACITY

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PENETRte

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get into or through

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exactly right as the result of care or pains

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ACCURATE

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go into; go through; penetrate

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PIERCE

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very careful; never taking chances

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CAUTIOUS

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THANKFUL; FEELING GARTITUDE

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GRATEFUL

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CONFIDENT

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FIRMLY BELIEVING; CERTAIN; SURE

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make or keep alive and well, with food; feed; develop an attitude

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NOURISH

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KEG

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small barrel, usually holding less than ten gallons

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HARSH

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rough to the touch, taste, eye, or ear; sharp

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QUANTITY

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AMOUNT

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OPT

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CHOSOOSE OR FVOR; SELECT

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very unsatisfactory; miserable

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WRETCHED

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keep away from; keep out of the way of

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AVOID`

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AWARE

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KNOWING / REALIZING

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WARY

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ONE ONE’S GUARD AGAINST DANGER OR TRICKERY; CAUTIOUS

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one who cannot break away from a habit or practice

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ADDICT

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APPEAL

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ATTRACTION; INTEREST

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a very sad or terrible happening; a sad play

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TRAGEDY

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glance

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to look at quickly; a quick look

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make (machinery) smooth and easy to work by putting on oil, grease, or a similar substance

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LUBRICATE

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RAVE

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TALK WILDLY

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HAVING GREAT MENTAL ABILITY

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INGENIOUS

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NOT WASTING MONEY OR TIME

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ECONOMICAL

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CARELESS; HEEDLESS; WILD

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RECKLESS

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TERRIBLE; FRIGHTFUL

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HORRID

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MANIPULATE

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handle or treat skillfully

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NIMBLE

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active and sure-footed; quick moving; light and quic

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estimate of the amount of money that can be spent for different purposes in a given time

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BUDGET

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person who goes on foot; walker

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pedestrian

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bad luck

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MISFORTUNE

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not believe; not be sure of; feel uncertain about; lack of certainty

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DOUBT

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refers to something that is simple, clear, and easy to understand or follow

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STARIGHTFORWARD

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it does not provide a definite or decisive result or outcome.

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Inconclusive

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Unbiased

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Unbiased means not having any preconceived opinions, preferences, or prejudices, and being fair and impartial

Unbiased can also refer to something that is not influenced by personal FEELINGS OR EXTERNAL FACTORS

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the process of coordinating or aligning different elements or activities to occur simultaneously or in a coordinated manner.

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Synchronization

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IT is a state of inactivity or dormancy in animals, during which their metabolic rate slows down to conserve energy, typically during the winter months

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Hibernation

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It is a statement or estimation about something that may happen in the future, based on knowledge, experience, or analysis.

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Prediction:

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MODERATION

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is the quality or state of being moderate, balanced, or within reasonable limits

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Repudiate:

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To refuse to accept or support something, or to state that something is not true: “He repudiated all accusations of wrongdoing

To refuse to be connected with or to accept responsibility for something: “The company repudiated the actions of its former CEO.”

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Proclaim:

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  1. To announce something publicly or officially, especially something important: “The president proclaimed a national day of mourning.”
  2. To state or declare something in a firm and emphatic manner: “She proclaimed her love for him in front of everyone.”
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Establishe:

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  1. [verb] to set up or create something, typically an organization, system, or rule. Example: The government established a committee to investigate the issue.
  2. [verb] to prove or demonstrate something to be true or valid. Example: The scientific study establishes a link between smoking and lung cancer
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IMPARTIAL

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  1. [adjective] treating all people and groups equally and without bias or favoritism. Example: The judge was praised for being impartial and delivering fair judgments.
  2. [adjective] not influenced by personal feelings, opinions, or prejudices. Example: The journalist strived to provide impartial reporting on the political situation.
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OFFHAND

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  1. [adverb] without previous thought or preparation; casually or spontaneously. Example: He answered the question offhand without consulting any references.
  2. [adjective] showing a casual or indifferent attitude; lacking consideration or thought. Example: Her offhand remarks offended some of the audience members.
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Speculate:

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  1. [verb] to consider or discuss something based on incomplete information or uncertain evidence. Example: The journalists speculated about the outcome of the election based on early poll results.
  2. [verb] to engage in investment or financial trading with the hope of making a profit but with a risk of loss. Example: Some investors speculate on the stock market to earn quick profits
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Mandatory:

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  1. [adjective] required by law or rules; obligatory. Example: Wearing a seatbelt is mandatory while driving a car.
  2. [adjective] necessary or essential. Example: Attendance at the meeting is mandatory for all employees.
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Circumvent:

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  1. [verb] to find a way to avoid or bypass something, especially a rule or restriction. Example: They found a loophole to circumvent the tax regulations.
  2. [verb] to overcome or defeat an obstacle or difficulty cleverly. Example: The athlete’s agility helped her circumvent the opponent’s defense
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Eclipse:

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  1. [noun] an event in which one celestial object passes in front of another, blocking its light. Example: The solar eclipse was a spectacular sight that drew crowds of spectators.
  2. [verb] to overshadow or surpass something or someone in importance or fame. Example: The new superstar quickly eclipsed the achievements of the previous record holder
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Fabricate:

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  1. [verb] to invent or create something, typically with deceitful intent. Example: The witness admitted to fabricating the story to protect the real culprit.
  2. [verb] to construct or manufacture something using various materials. Example: The carpenter fabricated a beautiful wooden table
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Compose:

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  1. To create or write a piece of music, literature, or poetry: “The musician composed a beautiful symphony for the orchestra.”
  2. To form or constitute something by combining various elements or parts: “The painting was composed of bold colors and abstract shapes.”
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Elusive

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  1. Difficult to find, achieve, or capture due to being cleverly or evasively deceptive. Example: The rare bird proved to be elusive, as birdwatchers searched for days without catching a glimpse of it.
  2. Hard to remember or recall; slipping from memory. Example: The elusive details of the dream left her with a sense of unease but an inability to fully grasp what had happened.
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Refute:

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Refute: 1. To prove a statement, argument, or theory to be false or incorrect by providing evidence or logical reasoning. Example: The scientist presented a compelling study that refuted the previously accepted hypothesis.

  1. To deny or reject the validity or truthfulness of something. Example: The author published a book specifically to refute the widespread misconceptions about climate change.
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Concede:

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  1. To admit or acknowledge something is true or valid after initially denying or resisting it. Example: After a long debate, the politician finally conceded that his opponent’s argument had merit.
  2. To yield or surrender in a contest, competition, or conflict. Example: Realizing their defeat was inevitable, the team decided to concede the match to their formidable opponents
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Waive:

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  1. To voluntarily relinquish or give up a right, claim, or privilege. Example: The athlete decided to waive his appearance fee for the charity event, choosing to contribute his time for a worthy cause.
  2. To refrain from insisting on or demanding something. Example: The teacher waived the homework assignment for the day due to the unexpected school closure.
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Abrupt:

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  1. Sudden and unexpected, often involving an immediate change or shift. Example: The abrupt change in weather caught everyone by surprise, as the sunny skies turned into a heavy thunderstorm within minutes.
  2. Rudely curt or brusque in manner or speech. Example: The supervisor’s abrupt response to the employee’s question left a negative impression on the team.
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Imminent:

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  1. About to happen or occur very soon, typically referring to something significant or important. Example: The storm clouds gathered, and it was clear that a thunderstorm was imminent.
  2. Likely to occur at any moment; impending. Example: The negotiators were on the verge of reaching an agreement, and a breakthrough seemed imminent.