English 1 Flashcards

1
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careful consideration of what will be necessary or may happen in the future.

A

forethought

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2
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an item or thing that is thought of or added later.

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afterthought

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3
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(of a person) avoiding work; lazy.

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idle

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4
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(of a person) in a very unhappy or unfortunate state.

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wretched

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5
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cry out suddenly, especially in surprise, anger, or pain.

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exclaimed

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6
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permission for something to happen or agreement to do something.

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consent

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7
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spongy white tissue lining the rind of an orange, lemon, and other citrus fruits.

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pith

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8
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without being affected by the particular factor mentioned.

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in spite of

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9
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tame (an animal) and keep it as a pet or for farm produce

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domesticate

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10
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success or the state of success, especially financial or material success.

A

prosperity

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11
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to irritate; annoy; provoke

A

vex

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12
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the ordering or requesting of someone to do something.

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bidding

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13
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to grant or give someone an honor, right, or gift.

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bestowed

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14
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a small ornamental box or chest for holding jewels, letters, or other valuable objects.

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casket

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15
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a feeling of deep distress caused by loss, disappointment, or other misfortune suffered by oneself or others.

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sorrow

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16
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a claw, especially one belonging to a bird of prey.

A

talons

17
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feel or express sincere regret or remorse about one’s wrongdoing or sin.

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repent

18
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a girl or young woman, especially an unmarried one.

A

maiden

19
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an external form, appearance, or manner of presentation, typically concealing the true nature of something.

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guise

20
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kill (a person or animal) in a violent way.

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slew