July 19 Flashcards
1
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countenance
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n
1. the face, esp when considered as expressing a person’s character or mood: a pleasant countenance.
vb (tr)
5. to tolerate; endure
2
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tarry
A
(ˈtærɪ)
vb, -ries, -rying or -ried
1. (intr) to delay in coming or going; linger
3
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rite
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religious ceremony; ceremonial act: marriage rite
4
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wry
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(raɪ) 1. twisted, contorted, or askew 3. drily humorous; sardonic
5
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exacerbate
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intensify; worsen; inflame; increase the severity of: Her response only exacerbated the situation.
