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COAL

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a combustible black or dark brown rock consisting chiefly of carbonized plant matter, found mainly in underground seams and used as fuel.

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pedestrian

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a person who is walking, especially in an area where vehicles go
Example: The death rate for pedestrians hit by cars is unacceptably high

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groceries

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the food and other items that you buy in a food store or supermarket
Example: My wife wrote a check to pay for groceries.

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scam

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an illegal plan for making money, especially one that involves tricking people
Example: an insurance scam

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belongings

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the things that a person owns, especially those that can be carried
Example: I put a few personal belongings in a bag and left the house for the last time

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patron

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a person or group that supports an activity or organization, especially by giving money
Example: The Princess Royal is a well-known patron of several charities

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attorney

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a lawyer

Example: a defense attorney

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Fool

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a person who behaves in a silly way without thinking

Example: You fool, you missed your chance!

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