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fragment

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a small part broken or separated off something : small fragments of pottery, glass, and tiles.

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abuse

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1 the improper use of something : alcohol abuse | an abuse of public funds.
• unjust or corrupt practice : protection against fraud and abuse | human rights abuses.
2 cruel and violent treatment of a person or animal : a black eye and other signs of physical abuse.use

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audit

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an official inspection of an individual’s or organization’s accounts, typically by an independent body.

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burn out

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be completely consumed and thus no longer aflame : the candle in the saucer had burned out | figurative his political ambitions had burned themselves out. • cease to function as a result of excessive heat or friction : the clutch had burned out.

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brace

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prepare (someone or oneself) for something difficult or unpleasant : both stations are bracing themselves for job losses | police are braced for a traffic nightmare.

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interior

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the inland part of a country or region

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worse

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bad

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welfare

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the health, happiness, and fortunes of a person or group : they don’t give a damn about the welfare of their families.

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beat

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strike

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bland

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mild or insipid ( for food)

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insipid

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lacking flavor

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mild

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• (of food, drink, or tobacco) not sharp or strong in flavor : a mild Italian cheese.
(for food and drink)• (of weather) moderately warm, esp. less cold than expected : it is still mild enough to work outdoors.

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wing shooting

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the shooting of birds in flight.

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wine tasting

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an event at which people taste and compare a number of wines.

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damn

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condemn

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cutback

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an act or instance of reducing something, typically expenditures : cutbacks in defense spending.

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nominate

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1 propose or formally enter as a candidate for election or for an honor or award : the film was nominated for several Oscars.

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deserve

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do something or have or show qualities worthy of (reward or punishment) : the referee deserves a pat on the back for his bravery | [with infinitive ] people who park like that deserve to be towed away.

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crap

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1 something that is of extremely poor quality.
• nonsense.
• rubbish; junk.
2 excrement.
• [in sing. ] an act of defecation.
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obligation

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an act or course of action to which a person is morally or legally bound; a duty or commitment : he has enough cash to meet his present obligations | [with infinitive ] I have an obligation to look after her.

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injunction

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an authoritative warning or order.
• Law a judicial order that restrains a person from beginning or continuing an action threatening or invading the legal right of another, or that compels a person to carry out a certain act, e.g., to make restitution to an injured party.

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needle

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1 a very fine slender piece of polished metal with a point at one end and a hole or eye for thread at the other, used in sewing.

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thread

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1 a long, thin strand of cotton, nylon, or other fibers used in sewing or weaving.

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surrender

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cease resistance to an enemy or opponent and submit to their authority : over 140 rebels surrendered to the authorities.

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strike

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1 [ trans. ] hit forcibly and deliberately with one’s hand or a weapon or other implement : he raised his hand, as if to strike me | one man was struck on the head with a stick | [ intrans. ] Edgar struck out at her.

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venue

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the place where something happens, esp. an organized event such as a concert, conference, or sports event : the river could soon be the venue for a powerboat world championship event.

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sequester

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2 take legal possession of (assets) until a debt has been paid or other claims have been met : the power of courts to sequester the assets of unions.

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transparent

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(of a material or article) allowing light to pass through so that objects behind can be distinctly seen : transparent blue water.

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transparency

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1 the condition of being transparent : the transparency of ice.

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aloof

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• conspicuously uninvolved and uninterested, typically through distaste : he stayed aloof from the bickering.

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conscious

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aware

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deliberate

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done consciously and intentionally : a deliberate attempt to provoke conflict.

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ancestor

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a person, typically one more remote than a grandparent, from whom one is descended : my ancestor Admiral Anson circumnavigated the globe 250 years ago.

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alliance

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a union or association formed for mutual benefit, esp. between countries or organizations : a defensive alliance between Australia and New Zealand | divisions within the alliance.

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ally

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• ( the Allies) a group of nations taking military action together, in particular the countries that fought with the U.S. in World War I and World War II.

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womb

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a place of origination and development : the womb of evil.

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homicide |ˈhäməˌsīd; ˈhōmə-|

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the deliberate and unlawful killing of one person by another; murder : he was charged with homicide | two thirds of homicides in the county were drug-related.

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charge

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2 accuse (someone) of something, esp. an offense under law : they were charged with assault.

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funeral |ˈfyoōn(ə)rəl|

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the ceremonies honoring a dead person, typically involving burial or cremation.

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hasid

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1 a member of a strictly orthodox Jewish sect in Palestine in the 3rd and 2nd centuries bc that opposed Hellenizing influences on their faith and supported the Maccabean revolt.

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expectant |ikˈspektənt|

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having or showing an excited feeling that something is about to happen, esp. something pleasant and interesting : an expectant conference crowd.
• [ attrib. ] (of a woman) pregnant : an expectant mother.

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declare

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reporting verb ] say something in a solemn and emphatic manner : [with clause ] Mao declared that his forces were henceforth to be known as the People’s Liberation Army | [with direct speech ] “I was under too much pressure,” he declared. See note at announce .

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solemn

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formal and dignified : a solemn procession.
• not cheerful or smiling; serious : Tim looked very solemn.
• characterized by deep sincerity : he swore a solemn oath to keep faith.

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kidnap

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take (someone) away illegally by force, typically to obtain a ransom.

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inmate

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prison

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eternity |iˈtərnitē|

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infinite or unending time : their love was sealed for eternity | this state of affairs has lasted for all eternity.

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heed

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pay attention to; take notice of : he should have heeded the warnings.

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mausoleum |ˌmôzəˈlēəm; ˌmôsə-|

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a building, esp. a large and stately one, housing a tomb or tombs.

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erratic |iˈratik|

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not even or regular in pattern or movement; unpredictable : her breathing was erratic.

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saint |sānt|

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1 a person acknowledged as holy or virtuous and typically regarded as being in heaven after death.

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controversial |ˌkäntrəˈvər sh əl; -ˈvərsēəl|

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giving rise or likely to give rise to public disagreement : years of wrangling over a controversial bypass.

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a dead body, esp. of a human being rather than an animal. See note at body .

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a dead body, esp. of a human being rather than an animal. See note at body .

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palatable

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(of food or drink) pleasant to taste : a very palatable local red wine.
• (of an action or proposal) acceptable or satisfactory : a device that made increased taxation more palatable.

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accomplished

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highly trained or skilled : an accomplished pianist.

• dated having a higher level of education than average and good social skills.

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accomplish

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achieve or complete successfully : the planes accomplished their mission.

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burnisher

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polish (something, esp. metal) by rubbing : highly burnished armor.
• figurative enhance or perfect (something such as a reputation or a skill).

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reputation |ˌrepyəˈtā sh ən|

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the beliefs or opinions that are generally held about someone or something : his reputation was tarnished by allegations that he had taken bribes.
• a widespread belief that someone or something has a particular habit or characteristic : his knowledge of his subject earned him a reputation as an expert.

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bribery

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the giving or offering of a bribe : he was convicted of racketeering and bribery | [as adj. ] a bribery scandal.

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bribe

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persuade (someone) to act in one’s favor, typically illegally or dishonestly, by a gift of money or other inducement : an undercover agent bribed the judge into giving a lenient sentence | [ trans. ] you weren’t willing to be good to your sister without being bribed with a lollipop. | [ intrans. ] he has no money to bribe with.

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bribery

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the giving or offering of a bribe : he was convicted of racketeering and bribery | [as adj. ] a bribery scandal.

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bribery

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the giving or offering of a bribe : he was convicted of racketeering and bribery | [as adj. ] a bribery scandal.

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bribe

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persuade (someone) to act in one’s favor, typically illegally or dishonestly, by a gift of money or other inducement : an undercover agent bribed the judge into giving a lenient sentence | [ trans. ] you weren’t willing to be good to your sister without being bribed with a lollipop. | [ intrans. ] he has no money to bribe with.

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bribe

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persuade (someone) to act in one’s favor, typically illegally or dishonestly, by a gift of money or other inducement : an undercover agent bribed the judge into giving a lenient sentence | [ trans. ] you weren’t willing to be good to your sister without being bribed with a lollipop. | [ intrans. ] he has no money to bribe with.

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fin

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a flattened appendage on various parts of the body of many aquatic vertebrates and some invertebrates, including fish and cetaceans, used for propelling, steering, and balancing.

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fin

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a flattened appendage on various parts of the body of many aquatic vertebrates and some invertebrates, including fish and cetaceans, used for propelling, steering, and balancing.

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termite

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a small, pale soft-bodied insect that lives in large colonies with several different castes, typically within a mound of cemented earth. Many kinds feed on wood and can be highly destructive to trees and timber.

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fanciful

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(of a person or their thoughts and ideas) overimaginative and unrealistic : a fanciful story about a pot of gold.

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permanent

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lasting or intended to last or remain unchanged indefinitely : a permanent ban on the dumping of radioactive waste at sea | damage was not thought to be permanent | some temporary workers did not want a permanent job.

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inconclusive

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not leading to a firm conclusion; not ending doubt or dispute : the medical evidence is inconclusive.

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