chapter 13 Flashcards

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ally

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a state formally cooperating with another for a military or other purpose, typically by treaty

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ample

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enough or more than enough; plentiful.

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3
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cheek

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either side of the face below the eye.

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4
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circulation

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movement to and fro or around something, especially that of fluid in a closed system.

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5
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convey

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transport or carry to a place.

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fine

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of high quality.

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7
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gallery

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a room or building for the display or sale of works of art.

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jaw

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each of the upper and lower bony structures in vertebrates forming the framework of the mouth and containing the teeth.

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necessity

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the fact of being required or indispensable.

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nervous

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easily agitated or alarmed; tending to be anxious; highly strung.

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numerous

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great in number; many.

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12
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perceive

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become aware or conscious of (something); come to realize or understand.

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13
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portrait

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a painting, drawing, photograph, or engraving of a person, especially one depicting only the face or head and shoulders.

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14
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reward

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a thing given in recognition of one’s service, effort, or achievement

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15
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superior

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higher in rank, status, or quality.

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16
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sweat

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moisture exuded through the pores of the skin, typically in profuse quantities as a reaction to heat, physical exertion, fever, or fear.

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tuck

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push, fold, or turn (the edges or ends of something, especially a garment or bedclothes) so as to hide them or hold them in place.