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N. The main or most important point or feature.

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Crux

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Adj. well spoken; clear

V. To speak clearly and distinctly

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Articulate

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N. Scattered remnants; rubble

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Debris

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V. To condemn or disapprove openly

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Decry

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Adj. famous; prominent

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Eminent (think emmy awards)

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V. To torment continually; to irritate

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Harass

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N. An atmosphere or setting

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Milieu

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Adj. happening at a convenient time; favorable

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Opportune

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V. To decline to accept or allow

N. Discarded items; trash

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Refuse

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Adj. doubting; disbelieving

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Skeptical

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N. One who inheritd, will inherit, or is next-in-line for a position or title

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Successor

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Adj. miserable; gloomy; somber

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Sullen

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V. 1. To tint. 2. To affect slightly

N. A small amount of an added color or characteristic

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Tinge

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Adj. of little importance

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Trival

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Adj. maintained poorly; untidy

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Unkempt

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