MULTIPLE MEANINGS Flashcards

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ARREST

A

to bring to a stop; halt

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GRAVITY

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a serious situation or problem

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PRECIPITATE

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a result or outcome of an action

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RELIEF

A

elevation of a land surface

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CHECK

A

to restrain; halt; hold back; contain

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FLAG

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to become weak, feeble, or spiritless; to lose interest

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DISCRIMINATING

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characterized by the ability to make fine distinctions; refined taste

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ECLIPSE

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overshadow; outshine; surpass

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COIN

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to devise a new word or phrase

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STOCK

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a stereotypical and formulaic character in a novel or film

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CURRENCY

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general acceptance or use, prevalence

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BENT

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a strong tendency; a leaning; an inclination

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COURT

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to attempt to gain the favor or support of a person or group

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NEGOTIATE

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to successfully travel through, around, or over an obstacle or terrain

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TEMPER

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to soften; moderate; MITIGATE

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PEDESTRIAN

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undistinguished; ordinary; conventional

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CAVALIER

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an arrogant attitude; a haughty disregard for others

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SANCTION

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an official approval/disproval for an action

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COMPROMISE

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to reduce the quality of value of something; to jeopardize or place at risk

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CHANNEL

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to direct or guide along a desired course