TEWWG Vocab Test Flashcards

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Quell the anger, agitation, or excitement of

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Pacify

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A surprising and previously unknown fact, especially one that is made known in a dramatic way

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Revelation

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An opinion or conclusion formed on the basis of incomplete information

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Conjecture

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3
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Walk in a slow, relaxed manner, without hurry or effort

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Saunter

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4
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A short, half suppressed laugh

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Titter

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5
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Expresses confidence or boldness

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Temerity

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Proper behavior

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Decorum

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The behavior of a coquette; Flirtatious manner

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Conquetry

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Eager a quick to argue, quarrel or fight

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Pugnacious

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9
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Having or fond of unnecessary show

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Ostentatious

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A close friend or associate to help secrets are confided or with whom private matters and problems are discussed

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Confidants

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Lowly and something degrading

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Menial

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Vigorous or bitter conflict, discord, or antagonism

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Strife

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13
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Incapable of producing any results; ineffective

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Futile

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To move or act in a carefree, frolic some manner; behave in a free, hearty, gay, or jovial away

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Rollick

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15
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(Of a liquid) bubble up as a result of being boiled

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Seethe

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Special honor or respect shown publicly

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Homage

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Very ugly or comically distorted figure, creature, or image

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Grotesque(s)

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(Of the air or weather) hot and humid

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Sultry

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And acutely disturbed state of mind that occurs in fever, intoxication, and other disorders and is characterized by on their restlessness, illusions, and incoherence of thought and speech

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Delirium