Bricks Flashcards

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Grand

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magnificent and imposing in appearance, size, or style.

“a grand country house”

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Slave

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work excessively hard.

“after slaving away for fourteen years all he gets is two thousand”

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Conservatory

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a room with a glass roof and walls, attached to a house at one side and used as a sun lounge or for growing delicate plants.

“keep plant cuttings in a frost-free conservatory or greenhouse”

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Soar

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fly or rise high in the air.

“the bird spread its wings and soared into the air”

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Splendid

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magnificent; very impressive.

“a splendid view of Windsor Castle”

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Sway

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move or cause to move slowly or rhythmically backwards and forwards or from side to side.

“he swayed slightly on his feet”

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