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Vestiges

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A trace of something that is disappearing or no longer exists

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Antipathy

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Deep seated feelings of dislike; aversion

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Clamor

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A loud and confused noise
A group of ppl shouting loudly and insistently

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Abject

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Sunk to or existing in a low condition
Cast down in spirit

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Vehemently

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Adj- in a forceful, passionate, or intense manner; boldly

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Flippant

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Adj- not showing a serious or respectful attitude; frivolous

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Eminence

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Noun- Fame or recognized superiority; especially professionally

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Rebuke

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Express sharp disapproval or criticism of someone because of their behaviors or actions

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Desecrate

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Verb -to treat a sacred place or thing with violent disrespect

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Revelry

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Noisy partying or merrymaking

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Dogma

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Something held as an established opinion

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Ardor

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Extreme vigor or intensity

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Marauding

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Raid; pillage

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Clemency

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Noun- to show mercy

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Disconcerting

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Adj- causing one to feel unsettled

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Askance

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Adverb - with a look of suspicion or disapproval

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Benevolent

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Adj- well meaning and kindly

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Retinue

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A group of helpers, supporters, or followers

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Abhor

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Verb- Regard with disgust or hatred

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Recluse

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Hermit

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Boon

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Noun- a thing that is helpful

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Recompense

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Verb- to make amends to someone for harm or loss

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Blight

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Noun- a thing that spoils or damages something

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Willowing

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something that spreads out far in multiple directions

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Writhe

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Twist, contort, unpleasant feeling

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Sinew

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the parts of a structure, system, or thing that give it strength or BIND it together.

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Acrid

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having an irritatingly strong and unpleasant taste or smell

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