Vocabulary Unit 1 Set A Flashcards
1
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Bonanza
A
A rich mass of ore in a mine; something very valuable, profitable, or rewarding; a source of wealth or prosperity; a very large amount; sudden profit or gain
2
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Churlish
A
Lacking politeness or good manners; lacking sensitivity; difficult to work with or deal with; rude
3
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Collaborate
A
To work with
4
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Excerpt
A
A passage taken from a book, article, ect.; to take such a passage; to quote
5
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Grope
A
To feel about hesitantly with the hands; to search blindly and uncertainly
6
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Jostle
A
To make Or force With one’s way by pushing or elbowing; to bump
7
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Laggard
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A person who moves slowly or falls behind
8
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Plaudits
A
Applause
9
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Revert
A
To return
10
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Vigil
A
A watch, especially at night; any period of time of watchful attention
