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pragmatic

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dealing with problems in a sensible, practical way instead of strictly following a set of ideas

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thrifty

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using money carefully and wisely

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eccentric

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someone who behaves in a way that is unusual and different from what is usual or socially accepted

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karma

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the force that is produced by the things you do in your life and that will influence you in the future, according to the Hindu and Buddhist religions

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enigma

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a person, thing, or event that is strange or mysterious and difficult to understand or explain

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exemplary

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excellent and used as an example to follow; severe and used as a warning

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clairvoyant

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someone who claims they can see what will happen in the future

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chimera

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something especially an idea or home that is not really possible and can never exist; an imaginary creature that breathes fire and has a lion’s head, a goat’s body, and snake’s tail

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vicarious

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experienced by watching, hearing, or reading about someone else doing something rather than by doing it yourself

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utopia

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an imaginary perfect world where everyone is happy

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discreet

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careful about what you say or do so that you do not upset or embarrass people, especially by keeping a secret

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elusive

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difficult to find or not often seen

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hypothetical

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based on a situation that is not real but that might happen

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oblivious

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not knowing about or not noticing something that is happening around you

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solemn

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very serious in behavior and style

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steadfast

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giving strong loyal support to another person, organization, or belief

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parochial

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only interested in the things that affect you and your local area and not interested in more important matters

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pious

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having strong religious beliefs and showing this in a way you behave

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cryptic

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deliberately mysterious or having a secret meaning

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esoteric

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known and understood by only a few people who have special knowledge about something

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frugal

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careful only to buy what is necessary; a small meal with plain food

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diligent

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someone who works hard and carefully; carefully and thoroughly done

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prudent

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sensible and careful especially by trying to avoid unnecessary risks

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scrupulous

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careful to be honest and fair, and making sure that every detail is correct