27 Dec Flashcards
1
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exude
A
(with reference to moisture or a smell) discharge or be discharged slowly and steadily.
2
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nosedive
A
deteriorate suddenly and dramatically.
drop;sink
3
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thrall
A
the state of being in someone’s power, or of having great power over someone; power;clutches
4
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preclude
A
prevent
5
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unnerve
A
make (someone) lose courage or confidence.
6
Q
achilles heel
A
a weakness or vulnerable point.
7
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elicit
A
evoke or draw out (a reaction, answer, or fact) from someone.
8
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diminution
A
a reduction in the size, extent, or importance of something.
9
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conducive
A
making a certain situation or outcome likely or possible.
10
Q
coveted
A
greatly desired or envied.
11
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behemoth
A
a huge or monstrous creature.
