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accord

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give or grant someone (power , status , recognition).

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anarchy

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a state of disorder due to absence or nonrecognition of authority or other controlling systems.

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transition

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the process or a period of changing from one state or condition to another.

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durable

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able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; hard-wearing.

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elite

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a select group that is superior in terms of ability or qualities to the rest of a group or society.

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forfeit

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lose or be deprived of (property or a right or privilege) as a penalty for wrongdoing.

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deceptive

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giving an appearance or impression different from the true one.

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facilitate

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make (an action or process) easy or easier.

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gaunt

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(of a person) lean and haggard, especially because of suffering, hunger, or age.

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haggard

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looking exhausted and unwell, especially from fatigue, worry, or suffering.

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cache

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a collection of items of the same type stored in a hidden or inaccessible place.

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balmy

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(of the weather) pleasantly warm.

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abet

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encourage or assist (someone) to do something wrong, in particular, to commit a crime or other offense.

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eccentric

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(of a person or their behavior) unconventional and slightly strange.

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deface

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spoil the surface or appearance of (something), for example by drawing or writing on it.

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ultimate

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being or happening at the end of a process; final.

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ungainly

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(of a person or movement) awkward; clumsy.

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voracious

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wanting or devouring great quantities of food.

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wrangle

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a dispute or argument, typically one that is long and complicated.

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rubble

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waste or rough fragments of stone, brick, concrete, etc., especially as the debris from the demolition of buildings.

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renounce

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formally declare one’s abandonment of (a claim, right, or possession).

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sage

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an aromatic plant with grayish-green leaves that are used as a culinary herb, native to southern Europe and the Mediterranean.

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teem

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be full of or swarming with.

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swelter

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(of a person or the atmosphere at a particular time or place) be uncomfortably hot.

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jurisdiction

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the official power to make legal decisions and judgments.

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humane

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having or showing compassion or benevolence.

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pithy

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(of language or style) concise and forcefully expressive.

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pivotal

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of crucial importance in relation to the development or success of something else.

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pang

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a sudden sharp pain or painful emotion.

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lucrative

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producing a great deal of profit.

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exotic

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originating in or characteristic of a distant foreign country.

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agile

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able to move quickly and easily.

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crusade

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each of a series of medieval military expeditions made by Europeans to the Holy Land in the 11th, 12th, and 13th centuries.

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decree

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an official order issued by a legal authority.

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glut

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an excessively abundant supply of something.

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foster

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encourage or promote the development of (something, typically something regarded as good).

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foreboding

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fearful apprehension; a feeling that something bad will happen.

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shackle

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a pair of fetters connected together by a chain, used to fasten a prisoner’s wrists or ankles together.

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panorama

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an unbroken view of the whole region surrounding an observer.

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heritage

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property that is or may be inherited; an inheritance.

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imperative

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of vital importance; crucial.

42
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plausible

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(of an argument or statement) seeming reasonable or probable.

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surpass

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exceed; be greater than.

44
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tirade

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a long, angry speech of criticism or accusation.

45
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rational

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based on or in accordance with reason or logic.

46
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avid

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having or showing a keen interest in or enthusiasm for something.

47
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antics

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foolish, outrageous, or amusing behavior.

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dire

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(of a situation or event) extremely serious or urgent.

49
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formidable

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inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, intense, or capable.

50
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gullible

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easily persuaded to believe something; credulous.

51
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fallacy

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a mistaken belief, especially one based on unsound argument.

52
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component

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a part or element of a larger whole, especially a part of a machine or vehicle.

53
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advocate

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a person who publicly supports or recommends a particular cause or policy.

54
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deter

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discourage (someone) from doing something by instilling doubt or fear of the consequences.

55
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flustered

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agitated or confused.

56
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epoch

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a period of time in history or a person’s life, typically one marked by notable events or particular characteristics.

57
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barter

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exchange (goods or services) for other goods or services without using money.

58
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caption

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a title or brief explanation appended to an article, illustration, cartoon, or poster.

59
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doctrine

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a belief or set of beliefs held and taught by a Church, political party, or other group.

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bizarre

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very strange or unusual, especially so as to cause interest or amusement.

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serene

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calm, peaceful, and untroubled; tranquil.

62
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wage

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a fixed regular payment, typically paid on a daily or weekly basis, made by an employer to an employee, especially to a manual or unskilled worker.

63
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vilify

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speak or write about in an abusively disparaging manner.

64
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tycoon

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a wealthy, powerful person in business or industry.

65
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inventory

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a complete list of items such as property, goods in stock, or the contents of a building.

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luminous

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full of or shedding light; bright or shining, especially in the dark.

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irascible

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having or showing a tendency to be easily angered.

68
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memoir

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a historical account or biography written from personal knowledge or special sources.

69
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succumb

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fail to resist pressure, temptation, or some other negative force.

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muse

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a person or personified force who is the source of inspiration for a creative artist.

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rebuke

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express sharp disapproval or criticism of (someone) because of their behavior or actions.

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sleek

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make (the hair) smooth and glossy, typically by applying pressure or moisture to it.

72
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authority

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the power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience.

73
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convey

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transport or carry to a place.

74
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flair

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a special or instinctive aptitude or ability for doing something well.

75
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haven

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a harbor or port.

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hindrance

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an impeding, stopping, preventing, or the like.

77
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fortify

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to protect or strengthen against attack; surround or provide with defensive military works.

78
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exemplify

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to show or illustrate by example.

79
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grapple

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to show or illustrate by example.

80
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chastise

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to discipline, especially by corporal punishment.

81
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blase

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indifferent to or bored with life; unimpressed, as or as if from an excess of worldly pleasures.

82
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desist

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to cease, as from some action or proceeding; stop.

83
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deplore

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to regret deeply or strongly; lament

84
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sublime

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elevated or lofty in thought, language, etc

85
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encroach

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to advance beyond proper, established, or usual limits make gradual inroads

86
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disposition

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the predominant or prevailing tendency of one’s spirits natural mental and emotional outlook or mood characteristic attitude

87
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flair

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a natural talent, aptitude, or ability

88
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grope

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to feel about with the hands feel one’s way

89
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cite

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to quote (a passage, book, author, etc.), especially as an authority

90
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fend

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to ward off (often followed by off )

91
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gingerly

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with great care or caution; warily.

92
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dub

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to invest with any name, character, dignity, or title

93
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excerpt

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a passage or quotation taken or selected from a book, document, film, or the like; extract.

94
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convey

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to communicate; impart; make known

95
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ardent

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having, expressive of, or characterized by intense feeling

96
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bonanza

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a rich mass of ore, as found in mining.

97
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citadel

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a fortress that commands a city and is used in the control of the inhabitants and in defense during attack or siege.

98
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enigma

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a puzzling or inexplicable occurrence or situation

99
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assail

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to attack vigorously or violently

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