Unit 1 Flashcards

1
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v. To become weaker; to decrease

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abate

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2
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v. To admit the existence of

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acknowledge

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3
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n. A person who acts or does business for another.

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Agent

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4
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n. 1. The right to give orders, make decisions, or take action

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Authority

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5
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v. To express recognition or thanks for

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Acknowledge

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6
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n. Something that brings about a result

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Agent

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7
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n. An expert source of information

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Authority

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8
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v. To ruin or destroy completely

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Devastate

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9
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n. The rapid spreading of a disease to many people at a time

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Epidemic

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10
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n. A number that is not exact; a careful guess

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estimate

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