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warden

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keeper; guard; person in charge of a prison

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` occupation; business; profession; trade

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VOCATION

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husband or wife

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SPOUSE

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REJECT

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refuse to take, use, believe, consider, grant, etc.

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an offender; criminal; behind time

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DELINQUENT

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JUST CONDUCT; FAIR DEALING

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JUSTICE

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take away from by force

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DEPRIVE

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ACKNOWLEDGE

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ADMIT TO BE TRUE

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UNSTABLE

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not firmly fixed; easily moved or overthrown

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PENALIZE

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declare punishable by law or rule; set a penalty for

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person who receives benefit

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beneficiary `

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a killing of one human being by another; murder

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HOMICIDE

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PRECAUTION

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measures taken beforehand; foresight

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EXHIBIT

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display; show

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PRIOR

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COMING BEFORE/EARLIER

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go on after having stopped; move forward

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PROCEED

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reasonable; reasonably expected

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LOGICAL

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FORBID

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order someone not to do something; make a rule against

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seldom; not often

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RARELY

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REPTILE

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a cold blooded animal that creeps or crawls; snakes, lizards, turtles, alligators, and crocodiles

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EXTRACT

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pull out or draw out, usually with some effort

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not complete; not total

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PARTIAL

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VALLANT

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BRAVE; COURAGEOUS

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HUG ONE ANOTHER; A HUG

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EMBRACE

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think about in order to decide

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CONSIDER

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show scorn or contempt by looks or words; a scornful look or remark

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SNEER

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savage; wild

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FIERCE

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give courage to; increase the confidence of

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ENCOURAGE

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dislike very much; hate

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DETEST

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SCOWL

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look angry by lowering the eyebrows; frown

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small animals that are troublesome or destructive; fleas, bedbugs, lice, rats, and mice are vermin

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VERMIN

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a small amount; little bit; something of little value

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TRIFLE

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something that stands for or represents something else

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SYMBOL

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the right to command or enforce obedience; power delegated to another; an author or volume that may be appealed to in support of an action or belief

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authority

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neutral

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on neither side of a quarrel or waR

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cry loud and long because of grief or pain

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WAIL

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Demand

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  1. [verb] to ask for something forcefully, claiming a right to it or expressing a need for it. Example: She demanded a refund for the faulty product she purchased.
  2. [noun] the desire or need for something, accompanied by the willingness to pay for it. Example: There is a high demand for organic food in the market
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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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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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Doubt`

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  1. [verb] to feel uncertain or unsure about something or someone. Example: I doubt whether he will arrive on time for the meeting.
  2. [noun] a feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction about something. Example: Despite her achievements, she always had a nagging doubt about her abilities.
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Speculate

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Speculate: 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.

  1. [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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Straightforward

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  1. Straightforward refers to something that is simple, clear, and easy to understand or follow. Example: The instructions for assembling the furniture were straightforward, and I had no trouble putting it together.
  2. Straightforward can also describe a person who is direct and honest in their behavior or communication. Example: I appreciate her straightforward approach to problem-solving
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Discernible

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  1. If something is discernible, it can be perceived, recognized, or understood, usually with some effort or careful observation. Example: Despite the poor lighting, there was a discernible outline of a figure in the distance.
  2. Discernible can also mean clear or distinguishable. Example: The difference in quality between the two products was discernible even to the untrained eye
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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.
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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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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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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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Inconclusive

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  1. If something is inconclusive, it does not provide a definite or decisive result or outcome. Example: The experiment yielded inconclusive results, requiring further investigation.
  2. Inconclusive can also mean not leading to a resolution or decision. Example: The meeting ended inconclusively, with no consensus reached among the participants.
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Unbiased

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  1. Unbiased means not having any preconceived opinions, preferences, or prejudices, and being fair and impartial. Example: The journalist reported the news in an unbiased manner, presenting multiple perspectives.
  2. 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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the quality or state of being moderate, balanced, or within reasonable limits.

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MODERATION

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

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HIBERNATION

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To refuse to accept or support something, or to state that something is not true

To refuse to be connected with or to accept responsibility for something

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Repudiate

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To announce something publicly or officially, especially something important

To state or declare something in a firm and emphatic manner

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PROCLAIM

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To predict or prophesy future events or outcomes

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FORETELL

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To publicly withdraw or take back a previously held belief, statement, or opinion, especially under pressure

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RECANT

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Not able to be predicted or anticipated; uncertain or erratic in behavior or outcome

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unpredictable

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To entrust or assign responsibility, authority, or power to another person or group

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Delegate

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To form or constitute something by combining various elements or parts

To create or write a piece of music, literature, or poetry

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compose

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To explain or understand the meaning of something, often through analysis or translation

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interpret

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Catastrophic

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Involving or causing great damage, suffering, or destruction

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Difficult to find, achieve, or capture due to being cleverly or evasively deceptive

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elusive

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To publicly or formally give up a claim, belief, or right.

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renounce

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To admit or acknowledge something is true or valid after initially denying or resisting it.

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concede

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To prove a statement, argument, or theory to be false or incorrect by providing evidence or logical reasoning

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refute

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waive

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To voluntarily relinquish or give up a right, claim, or privilege.

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About to happen or occur very soon, typically referring to something significant or important.

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imminent

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Sudden and unexpected, often involving an immediate change or shift.

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abrupt

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Replicable

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Capable of being replicated or reproduced; able to be repeated or copied.

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predetermined

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Decided or established in advance; prearranged or predestined.

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Representative of

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Typical or characteristic of a particular group, organization, or category

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In agreement or harmony with something; conforming to or matching.

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consistent with

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Existing but not yet developed, visible, apparent, or active

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latent

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Having the power to produce an effect or intended result.

A person who works for an organization, especially in an undercover or secret capacity.

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operative

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Overshadowed by

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  1. To cast a shadow over something, making it appear less significant, important, or prominent. Example: The success of the younger sibling often overshadowed the achievements of the older one.
  2. To be outshone or surpassed by someone or something else. Example: The actress’s performance was overshadowed by the spectacular special effects in the film.
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Nuanced

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  1. Having subtle differences or variations; characterized by delicate distinctions. Example: The professor’s nuanced analysis of the historical event shed light on the complex factors that influenced its outcome.
  2. Showing or requiring careful consideration; subtle or refined. Example: The artist’s nuanced brushstrokes brought out the intricate details of the painting, demonstrating her skill and attention to the smallest elements.
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Disorienting

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  1. (adjective) Causing confusion, disorientation, or a loss of sense of direction. Example: The disorienting maze of narrow streets made it difficult to navigate through the old town.
  2. (verb) Present participle of “disorient,” meaning to confuse or cause someone to lose their bearings. Example: The rotating room in the amusement park disoriented the riders as they struggled to find their balance.
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. Thin, weak, or flimsy; lacking substance or strength

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Tenuous

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. Not connected or applicable to the matter at hand; not relevant.

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irrelevant

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Existing or happening over a large area or among many people

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widespread

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