Ch. 20 Flashcards

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discreet

A

careful and circumspect in one’s speech or actions, esp. in order to avoid causing offense or to gain an advantage

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distaff side

A

reference to Eleanour Roosevelt

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fraud

A

wrongful or criminal deception intended to result in financial or personal gain

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unmitigated temerity

A

absolute and total rashness, recklessness, or boldness

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duty

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responsibility

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