The Language Of Care And Restraint Flashcards by shao li | Brainscape

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Assuage

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To make something unpleasant less intense

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Curtail

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To cut back

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Equanimity

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Evenness of temper

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Fastidious

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Showing great attention to detail

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Impassive

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Unemotional and calm

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Parsimony

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Extreme reluctance to spend money

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Reticent

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Unwilling to speak or express ones feelings

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Succinct

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Expressed clearly and concisely

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Temperance

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Self control with regards to consumption

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Ameliorate

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To make a situation better

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