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Taciturn

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(of a person) reserved or uncommunicative in speech; saying little.

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Dictum

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a formal pronouncement from an authoritative source.

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Begrudge

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envy (someone) the possession or enjoyment of (something).

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Hone

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refine or perfect (something) over a period of time.

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Omnious

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giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen; threatening; inauspicious.

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Predilection

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a preference or special liking for something; a bias in favor of something.

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Serene

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calm, peaceful, and untroubled; tranquil.

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