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Prohibition

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making something illegal or impossible

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monologue

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A long speech

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Ardour

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Great enthusiasm or passion

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Drudgery

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Dull work

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Rebuke

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Expression or sharp disapproval or criticism of someome becaise of their behavior or actions

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Impertinent

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Not showing respect for another person

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Prudent

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Showing care for the future

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Plight

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A dangerous, difficult or unfortunate situation

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Inquity

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Immoral, obvious and unacceptable behaviour

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grossly

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in a very obvious and unacceptable manne

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Austere

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Severe or strict in a manner or attitude

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Melancholy

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feeling of pensive sadness, typically with no obvious cause.

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Pensive

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reflecting deep or serious thought.

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Nihilism

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the rejection of all religious and moral principles, in the belief that life is meaningless.

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Impotent

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unable to take effective action; helpless or powerless.

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