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Spring 2013 SALP 823A-01 20882
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Graduate
02/05/2013

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Eat into
Definition
Use up profit, resources, time, etc.
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Overhaul
Definition
take something apart in order to examine it and repair it if necessary
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Role
Definition
the duty or use that someone or something usually has or is expected to have
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Bullish
Definition
aggressively confident and self-assertive
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Quest
Definition
a long or arduous search for something
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Curb
Definition
Restrain
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Nomination
Definition
To suggest someone for a position
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Prominent
Definition
Very noticeable and very important
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Intrigue
Definition
To interest someone
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Precipitously
Definition
Suddenly and quickly
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Hub
Definition
The central part of something, esp. of a wheel, or a center of activity
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Allegations
Definition
A statement, made without giving proof, that someone has done something wrong or illegal
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Ligament
Definition
Any of the strong strips of tissue in the body that connect various bones together, that limit movements in joints, and that support muscles and other tissue
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Concussion
Definition
A usually temporary injury to the brain caused by a fall or hit on the head or by violent shaking
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Reluctant
Definition
Not wanting to do something and therefore slow to do it
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Tilt
Definition
to cause something to move into a sloping or uneven position, or to be in this position
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Rebel
Definition
a person who refuses to accept the government’s power and uses force to oppose it, or a person who opposes authority and thinks or behaves differently
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Ding
Definition
Dent (something) - a reduction in amount or size
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Curfew
Definition
a rule that some or all people must stay off the streets during particular hours, used esp. to maintain peace during a period of violence
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Avert
Definition
to prevent something bad from happening; avoid
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Proxy
Definition
the function or power of somebody authorized to act for another person
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Shake-up
Definition
A thorough change in a business, a department, etc.
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Thorny
Definition
Full of difficulties, complexities, or controversial points
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Defer
Definition
to put something off until a later time
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Tricky
Definition
Deceptive, uncertain, or difficult to deal with or handle
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Optimism
Definition
Hopefulness, confidence, a tendency to expect the best
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Wrap
Definition
Enclose or cover something up
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Tap
Definition
Give a position to someone
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Namesake
Definition
A person or thing named the same as another
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Gathers steam
Definition
move or progress at increasing speed.
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Controversial
Definition
causing or likely to cause disagreement
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Savvy
Definition
practical knowledge and ability
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Acumen
Definition
the ability to make quick, accurate judgments
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Bolster
Definition
to support (something). or make (something)stronger
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Tacit
Definition
understood or implied without being stated:
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Turf
Definition
an area regarded as someone’s personal territory; one’s home ground; a person’s sphere of influence or activity
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In the wake of
Definition
used to refer to the aftermath or consequences of something:
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Penchant for
Definition
a strong or habitual liking for something or tendency to do something
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Dynamic
Definition
having a lot of ideas and enthusiasm; constant change, activity or progress
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Speculation
Definition
the forming of a theory or conjecture without firm evidence
OR
investment in stocks , property, or other ventures in the hope of gain but with the risk of loss
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Rankled
Definition
caused annoyance or resentment that persists
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Whopping
Definition
something that is much bigger than the usual size
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Heyday
Definition
a period of great success, popularity, or power
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Stepping down from the helm
Definition
If someone is at the helm of a group or organization, they control it; withdraw or resign from an important position or office:
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Unveil
Definition
show or announce publicly for the first time
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Detrimental
Definition
tending to cause harm
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