Action Words, 1 Flashcards
1
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conserve
A
to protect from loss; to avoid waste; to save; to preserve
2
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determine
A
to decide or settle, for example, a question or argument; to find out; to resolve
3
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amplify
A
to make larger or more powerful;m to increase; to enlarge
4
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encompass
A
to form a circle or ring around; to surround;to enclose
5
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accommodate
A
to do a service or favor for; to oblige; to assist
6
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capitlate
A
to surrender; to give in
7
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contemplate
A
to look at thoughtfully; to consider; to ponder
8
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ratify
A
to give sanction to; to confirm; to approve
9
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prescribe
A
to set down as a rule or direction to be followed; to order, especially the use of a medicine; to direct
10
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prevail
A
to gain mastery over; to be greater in strength or influence; to triumph