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Eavesdrop

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To listen to the private conversation of others

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Egregious

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Well beyond the bounds of what is right or proper: outrageous.

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Ember

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A glowing piece of burning wood or coal.

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Emerge

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To become visible or known.

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Engross

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To occupy the complete attention of someone; absorb.

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Exasperation

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A state of anger, impatience, or great irritation.

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Exhilarate

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To cause someone to feel very happy’ elate.

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Falter

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To proceed or continue in an unsteady or weakening manner.

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Foresight

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The ability to imagine what is likely to happen in the future.

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Fragrance

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A sweat or pleasant odor; a scent.

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Furtive

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  1. Done or acting in a way that is intended not to be noticed; sneaky. 2. Giving the appearance of not wanting to be noticed, especially in showing nervousness.
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Grueling

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Physically or mentally exhausting.

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Gusto

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Great enjoyment; zest.

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Habitation

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A place in which to live; a residence.

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Hasten

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  1. To move or act swiftly; hurry. 2. To cause something to happen more quickly than it would otherwise.
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Havoc

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Very great destruction or disorder.

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Headway

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Progress toward a destination or a goal.

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Ignite

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  1. To cause something to start burning. 2. To begin to burn; catch fire.
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Illuminate

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To provide with light or cast light on someone or something.

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Impending

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About to occur.

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Imperious

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Arrogant; overbearing; domineering.