SAT Flashcards

1
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nonchalant

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(adj.) giving off a sense of calmness and coolness

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2
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in lieu of

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(prep.) in place of; substitute

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3
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bravado

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(n.) a bold act meant to show off

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4
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preamble

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(n.) an introduction to a text

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5
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tantalize

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(v.) to torment someone with something they want without ever giving it to them

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6
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platonic

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(adj.) describes a close relationship that has no romantic or sexual basis

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7
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predicament

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(n.) a difficult situation that isn’t easy to escape

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8
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impetuous

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(adj.) acting without forethought; reckless

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9
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prudent

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(adj.) careful and thoughtful

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10
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appease

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(v.) to make less angry by giving your opponent something they want

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