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ratify
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to approve formally
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ignominious
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causing public disgrace or shame
3
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procured
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obtain with care or effort
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eloquence
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fluent or persuasive speaking or writing
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morose
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sullen and ill-tempered
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taciturn
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having little to say
7
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frugal
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cautious with resources
8
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eminent
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highest ranking or status
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incumbent
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necessary for a duty or responsibility
10
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obstinate
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extremely stubborn
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cryptic
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having a meaning that is mysterious or obscure
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ensconce
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settle in a comfortable, safe place
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universal
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applying to all
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cynical
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believing that people are motivated by self-interest
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dissentient
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in opposition to a majority or official opinion
