26th November 2022 Flashcards
1
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Honcho
A
Person who’s in charge
2
Q
Caustic
A
Harsh, corrosive (critical in a cruel way)
3
Q
Befuddled
A
Confused, perplexed, baffled
Unable to think clearly
4
Q
Orthodox
A
Traditional
5
Q
Outlandish
A
Strange/unusual
6
Q
Despondent
A
Hopeless.
Having no hope, expecting no improvement.
7
Q
Bon mot
A
Witty remark
8
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Cul-de-sac
A
A street that is closed at one end
9
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Incredulous
A
Unwilling or unable to believe
10
Q
Foraging
A
Gathering
11
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Idler
A
Idle, inactive or lazy person
12
Q
Shorter end of the stick
A
Inferior or losing end
13
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Crude
A
Simple and basic without much detail, skill etc
14
Q
Elusive
A
Difficult to find, catch, remember
15
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Debility
A
Physical weakness, especially as a result of illness
