Unit 1 Flashcards

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Definition of celebrity?

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a well-known person; someone who is famous; fame

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Definitions of counsel?

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opinions or ideas given for a plan of action; a talk that leads to a decision; a lawyer

to give advice or an opinion; to offer help

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Definition of demonstrate?

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to clearly explain, show or prove with examples, models, or experiments; to gather in public to support an opinion or cause

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Definition of drowsy?

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ready to fall asleep, sleepy

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Definitions of essential?

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of the highest importance, necessary

something necessary or very important

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Definition of hardship?

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something that causes suffering or difficulty; a condition that is hard to bear

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Definitions of haul?

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to move by pulling, dragging, or carting, sometimes in a vehicle; to apply force to transport something

the amount taken or won at one time

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Definitions of humble?

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low in rank or position; plain, not proud or grand

to take away one’s spirit, power, fame, or independence

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Definitions of pledge?

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something, such as money, that is promised for a good cause; a promise to fulfill an agreement

to promise

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Definition of sincere?

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without pretending; with honesty and real feeling

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Definitions of stampede?

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a wild rush of animals or people, usually when frightened

to run away or cause to scatter in a wild manner, often in panic; to rush forward together as a crowd

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Definition of suitable?

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just right or appropriate; well matched

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