Deck 11 Flashcards

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1
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PRECIPITATE

A

to cause, prematurely

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2
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RELIEF

A

A geographic term that refers to the elevation of a land surface

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3
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CHECK

A

to restrain, halt, hold back

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4
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FLAG

A

to become weak, feeble

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5
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DISCRIMINATING

A

Characterized by the ability to make fine distinctions;

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6
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ECLIPSE

A

Overshadow, outshine, surpass

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7
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COIN

A

to create a new word or phrase

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8
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STOCK

A

a stereotypical and formulaic character in a novel or film

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9
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CURRENCY

A

general acceptance or use; prevalence;

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10
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BENT

A

a strong tendency; a leaning; an inclination

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11
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COURT

A

to attempt to gain the favor or support of a person or group

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12
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NEGOTIATE

A

to successfully travel through, around, or over an obstacle or terrain;

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13
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TEMPER

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to soften, moderate

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14
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PEDESTRIAN

A

undistinguished, ordinary, banal

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15
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CAVALIER

A

an arrogant attitude

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16
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SANCTION

A

An official approval OR disapproval for an action

17
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COMPROMISE

A

to reduce the quality or value of something;

18
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CHANNEL

A

to direct or guide along a desired course;

19
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LAMBASTE

A

Denounce; strongly criticize;

20
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QUIESCENT

A

Marked by inactivity; a state of quiet repose;