19-end Flashcards

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phrenology

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study of the head

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haughty

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arrogant

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histrionic

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overly theatrical

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benefactor

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someone who gives to others

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languish

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lack vitality, tired

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passel

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large group

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pallet

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crude bed of straw

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harrow

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farm implement with long teeth to tear up the soil

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candid

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frank, honest

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disposition

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inclination

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elocution

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public speaking

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venture

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take a risk

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13
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bogus

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fake

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14
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meek

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quiet, humble

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dainty

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delicate, small

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petrified

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scared

17
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insurrection

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rebellion

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addled

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confused

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desperadoes

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criminals

20
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mesmerism

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hypnotism