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tenet

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n. a shared principle or belief

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tentative

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adj. experimental; temporary; uncertain

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tenuous

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adj. flimsy; extremely thin

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terse

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adj. using not unnecessary words; succinct

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theology

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n. the study of god or religion

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tirade

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n. a prolonged, bitter speech

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torpor

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n. sluggishness; inactivity; apathy

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touchstone

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n. a standard; a test of authenticity or quality

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tout

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v. to praise highly; to brag publicly about

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transcend

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v. to go beyond or above; to surpass

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transgress

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v. to violate (a law); to sin

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transient

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adj. not staying for a long time; temporary

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trepidation

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n fear; apprehension; nervous trembling

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turpitude

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n. shameful wickedness; depravity

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