The sniper pre - reading vocabulary Flashcards

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spasmodically (adv)

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is spurts and firs; with spasm

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ascetic (adj)

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practicing great self - denial; the practice of rigorous self - discipline

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parapet (n)

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a low wall along the edge of a roof or balcony

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paroxysm (n)

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a sudden uncontrollable attack

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silhouetted (v)

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project on a background, such as a screen, like a silhoette

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gibber (v)

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speak rapidly and unintelligibly through fear or shock

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oath (n)

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  1. a solemn promise, often invoking a divine witness, regarding one’s future action or behavior
  2. a profane or offensive expression used to express anger or other strong emotions
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