LOTF CH2 Flashcards

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gesticulated

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use gestures, especially dramatic ones, instead of speaking or to emphasize one’s words

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induced

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bring about or give rise to

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exasperation

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a feeling of intense irritation or annoyance.

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conspiratorial

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relating to or suggestive of a secret plan made by a group of people to do something unlawful or harmful.

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errant

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erring or straying from the proper course or standards

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ebullience

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the quality of being cheerful and full of energy; exuberance.

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Swathes

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A strip or belt, or a long area of something

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Officious

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assertive of authority in an annoyingly domineering way, especially with regard to petty or trivial matters

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assented

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Agreed to

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recrimination

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an accusation in response to one from someone else

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Discard

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Throw away

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hinder

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create difficulties for (someone or something), resulting in delay or obstruction.

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