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probation:

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a period of review, typically as a trial period (usually for beginners or those being disciplined)

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239 probare, probatum

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to prove, test

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240 proximus

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nearest

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approximate:

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nearly correct

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241 pugil, pugnare

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boxer, to fight

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repugnant:

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causing strong distaste or dislike (think: repellant)

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242 purgare

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to clean

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purge:

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to clear or rid of something, usually unwanted and usually suddenly and violently

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243 putare

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to think, estimate

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repute:

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reputation or character associated with someone or something

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244 quaerere, quaesitus

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to ask, seek

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inquisition:

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a period of intense questioning

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245 radius

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ray

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radiate:

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going out from (or toward) a central point in straight lines

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246 radix

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root

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eradicate:

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to get rid of completely

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247 rapere

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to seize

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surreptitious:

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done secretly or stealthily

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248 ratus

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fixed by calculation

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ration:

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a provision allotted for one day (e.g. water rations…)