Week 16 Flashcards

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Numismatist

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Coin collector

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Nepotism

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Favoritism by a boss shown towards a relative, esp. In hiring for a job

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Obeisance

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A bow or similar gesture expressing deep respect

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Obsequy

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A funeral rite or ceremony

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Obtrude

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To force oneself upon others unasked your unwanted; to push out.

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Ogre

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Monster; hideous being

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Opiate

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A narcotic; anything causing sleep or bringing relief.

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Oscillate

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To swing or move back and forth like a pendulum

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Ostentatious

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Marked by a conspicuous showy, or pretentious display aaa

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Oust

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To drive out; expel; dispossess

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Pacify

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To calm down

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Paean

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Song of praise or joy

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Pall

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Something that covers or conceals

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Pallid

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Pale; faint in color

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Palpable

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Obvious; capable of being touched or felt

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