Of Mice And Men: #16-26 Flashcards

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aloof

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Not friendly or forthcoming; cool and distant

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bemused

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puzzled, confused, or bewildered

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fawn(ing)

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Displaying exaggerated flattery or affection; obsequious

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sullen(ness)

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Being bad-tempered and sulky; gloomy

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contemptuously

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Showing contempt; scornful

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crestfallen

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Sad and disappointed

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sluggish(ly)

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Slow-moving or inactive

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sulkily

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Morose, bad-tempered, and resentful; refusing to be cooperative or cheerful

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belligerent(ly)

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Hostile and aggressive

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monotonous

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Dull, tedious, and repetitious; lacking in variety and interest

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craftily

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Clever at achieving one’s aims by indirect or deceitful methods

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