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Extant

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still in existance even if many vanished,

ex: Despite many bookstores closing, experts predict that some form of book dealing will still be extant
generations from now.

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Ambivalent

A

mixed or conflicting emotions about something.

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Sedulous

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(of a person or action) showing dedication and diligence

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auspicious

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favourable

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Equivocate

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speak vaguely, usually
with the intention to mislead or deceive. The related word unequivocal also can be confusing.

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Enervate

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to sap the energy from.

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Contentious

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causing or likely to cause an argument; controversial, involving heated argument:

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