The People Could fly Flashcards
1
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Baling
A
abandon a commitment, obligation, or activity.
2
Q
croon
A
hum or sing in a soft, low voice, especially in a sentimental manner.
3
Q
misery
A
a state or feeling of great distress or discomfort of mind or body.
4
Q
shed
A
a simple roofed structure, typically made of wood or metal, used as a storage space, a shelter for animals, or a workshop.
5
Q
trembled
A
shake involuntarily, typically as a result of anxiety, excitement, or frailty.
6
Q
overseer
A
a person who supervises others, especially workers.
7
Q
seize
A
take hold of suddenly and forcibly.
8
Q
holler
A
a loud cry or shout.
9
Q
plantation
A
an estate on which crops such as coffee, sugar, and tobacco are cultivated by resident labor.
10
Q
scorn
A
the feeling or belief that someone or something is worthless or despicable; contempt.
