Not this week Flashcards

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PANTOMIME

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a dramatic entertainment, originating in Roman mime, in which performers express meaning through gestures accompanied by music.

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STAMINA

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the ability to sustain prolonged physical or mental effort

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INGENIOUS

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(of a person) clever, original, and inventive

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INGRAINED

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of a habit, belief, or attitude) firmly fixed or established; difficult to change

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AFFIRM

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state as a fact; assert strongly and publicly

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DOUSE

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pour a liquid over; drench

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MANEUVER

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a movement or series of moves requiring skill and care

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ADHERE

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stick fast to (a surface or substance)

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MANIPULATE

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handle or control (a tool, mechanism, etc.), typically in a skillful manner.

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SMUG

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having or showing an excessive pride in oneself or one’s achievements

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BILLOW

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a large undulating mass of something, typically cloud, smoke, or steam.

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INTENSIVE

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concentrated on a single area or subject or into a short time; very thorough or vigorous

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DENS

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condenser
condenses
condensed
denseness
densities

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