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Dismal

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depressing; dreary.

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Dwindled

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diminish gradually in size, amount, or strength.

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Decreed

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order (something) by decree.

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Dissent

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hold or express opinions that are at variance with those previously, commonly, or officially expressed.

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Defer

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submit humbly to (a person or a person’s wishes or qualities).

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Denominations

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A religious denomination is a subgroup within a religion that operates under a common name, tradition, and identity.

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Decisive

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settling an issue; producing a definite result.

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Disdaining

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consider to be unworthy of one’s consideration.

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Deliberate

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engage in long and careful consideration.

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Dignity

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the state or quality of being worthy of honor or respect.

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