Ivy Global, Deck 04 (061-080) Flashcards

1
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resolute

A

determined, dedicated, committed (to doing something)

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2
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emphatic

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firm, forceful, insistent

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3
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endeavor

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(1) (v.) to attempt, strive

(2) (n.) an attempt

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4
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endure

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to withstand, persevere, put up with

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5
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withstand

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to endure, put up with, resist

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6
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resilient

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bouncing back, tough, hardy, able to withstand

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7
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robust

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strong; long-lasting

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8
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pragmatic

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practical, results-oriented

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9
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fret

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to worry non-stop

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10
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adversity

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hardship, a difficult situation

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11
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plight

A

an unfortunate situation

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12
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predicament

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a difficult situation

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13
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rigor

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(1) being thorough

(2) toughness, difficulty

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14
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strenuous

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requiring a lot of energy or effort

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15
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toil

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to work extremely hard or constantly.

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16
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tedious

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boring

17
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trek

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a long hike, a long journey

18
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grimace

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a face made when in pain

19
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wince

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to flinch in fear or pain

20
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daunting

A

intimidating