The Rover Boys on Land and Sea Flashcards

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accompany

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to go or be with as a companion

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abrupt

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steeply inclined; sudden; curt

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admiration

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a feeling of pleasure, wonder, and approval

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ammis

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out of proper order; not in perfect shape

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anguish

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agonizing physical or mental pain

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anticipate

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to look forward to, especially with pleasure

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anticipate

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to look forward to, especially with pleasure

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attention

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concentration of the mental powers; close observation or listening

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beckon

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at attract because of an inviting appearance

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coarse

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consisting of large particles; not fine in texture; rough

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comical

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provoking mirth or amusement

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congratulate

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to express to another one’s pleasure in his good fortune of success

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delicious

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highly pleasing or agreeable to the sense, especially of taste and smell

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doughty

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marked by stouthearted courage

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eagerness

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having or exhibiting keen interest, intense desire, or impatient expectance

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employ

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to occupy the time, the attention, and the labor of; to keep busy or at work

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envelope - n.

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to enclose or encase completely

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hollow

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a cavity, gap, or space

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huddle

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to crowd together

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implement - n.

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a tool or an instrument used in doing work

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inevitable

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incapable of being avoided or escaped

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inhabitant

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one that lives in a certain place; a permanent resident

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mount

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to climb or ascend

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nestle

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to settle snugly and comfortably

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peculiarity
state of being unusual, odd, or distinct from all others
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penetrate
to enter or force a way into
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swerve
to turn or be turned away from a straight course
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tremble
to shake involuntarily; to vibrate or quiver
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unflagging
capable of prolonged, untiring effort
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urgent
compelling immediate action or attention; pressing
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wow
be a great success with