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Jabber

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talk excitedly; utter rapidly

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Jagged

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having rough, sharp points protruding

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Jejune

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insubstantial/dull/immature

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Jettison

A

throw or drop (something) from an aircraft or ship.

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Jibe

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gibe; make fun of

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Jocular

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fond of or characterized by joking; humorous or playful

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Judicious

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characterized by or using sound judgment; wise; prudent.

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Juxtaposition

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the fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect.

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Jamb

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a vertical side piece of a door or window frame

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Jeer

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laugh at with contempt and derision

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Jeopardy

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a source of danger

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Jest

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activity characterized by good humor

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Jovial

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full of or showing high-spirited merriment

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