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function

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work or operate in a proper or particular way.

“The function of the dishwasher is to clean the dishes.”

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infected

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  1. affected with a disease-causing organism.
    “Rabies results from a bite by an infected dog.”
  2. (of air, water, etc.) contaminated with harmful organisms.
    “The cut became infected becasue it wasn’t cleaned well.”
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tension

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  1. the state of being stretched tight.
    “She pulled the rope tight and to make sure there was tension on it.”
  2. mental or emotional strain.
    “There was allot of tension in the room after Daddy and Mommy argued.”
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comprehension

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the action or capability of understanding something.

“Daddy asked me if I comprehended the new math lesson.”

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posture

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the position in which someone holds their body when standing or sitting.
“Mommy and Daddy always talk about our HUNCH posture.”

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fracture

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the cracking or breaking of a hard object or material.

“He fractured his arm when he fell on the hard concrete.”

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miniature

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a thing that is much smaller than normal, especially a small replica or model.
“The boxes you use for your buildings are minature houses.”

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alternative

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one of two or more available possibilities, other choice or choices
“The alternative to not managing yourself is to be managed by Mommy and Daddy. “

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collaborative

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produced or conducted by two or more parties working together.
“Mina and Nehal collaberate on their math work every day.”

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primitive

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having a quality or style that is extremely basic level

“The house was very primitive because it didn’t have an indoor bathroom, heating, or air conditioning.”

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