June 5 Flashcards
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blurt
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(blɜrt)
v.t.
to utter suddenly and impulsively or inadvertently (usu. fol. by out).
2
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perspiration
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a salty, watery fluid secreted by the sweat glands of the skin; sweat.
3
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flagrant
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(ˈfleɪɡrənt) disgraceful; monstrous; obviously evil; shockingly evident: a flagrant miscarriage of justice
4
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defiance
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a bold resistance to authority or to any opposing force.
5
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gainsay
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To declare to be false; deny.
6
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sneer
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- A scornful facial expression characterized by a slight raising of one corner of the upper lip.
- A scornful tone or statement.
7
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ridge
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A ridge or a mountain ridge is a geographical feature consisting of a chain of mountains or hills that form a continuous elevated crest for an extended distance. The sides of the ridge slope away from the narrow top on either side.
