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to make calm, soothe; to relieve, satisfy (verb)
A snack of fresh fruit should appease your hunger until mealtime. |
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late, tardy ( adjective)
Although I should have written sooner, I hope you will accept my belated thank you for the gift. |
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causing great misfortune (adjective)
In 1906, a calamitous earthquake leveled much of San Francisco. |
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to quote; to mention; to summon to appear in court (verb)
Be sure to cite you sources when you write a research paper. |
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in line with accepted ideas or standards (adjective)
Many people have rather conventional taste in clothing.
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to lure into a trap (verb)
a person/thing used to lure into a trap (noun)
The Pied Piper decoyed all the children away from the town.
Painted wooden decoys are prized by collectors of folk art. |
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to dig; to search deeply into (verb)
Scholars continue to delve into all aspects of the Civil War. |
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to follow in order; come immediately after
When an airplane crashes, investigations can be expected to ensue. |
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heroic courage; respect and courtesy (noun)
The Medal of Honor is awarded to those who perform acts of gallantry in combat. |
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to make known; to tell; to give; to pass something on (verb)
All over the world, elders impart the traditions of their culture to the younger generations.
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using/showing good judgment, wise, sensible (adjective)
Cautious and judicious people consider all their options before making an important decision. |
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to bring about an agreement between persons/groups; act as a go-between (berb)
occupying a middle position, acting through a intermediary (adjective)
A neutral third party often mediate contract talks.
The name of the mediate star in Orion's Belt is Alnilam. |
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the setting, surroundings, environment (noun)
An authentic milieu is an essential ingredient in a good historical novel. |
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strange, freakish, weird; exceeding reasonable limits (adjective)
Imaginative and outlandish outfits are popular attire at a costume party. |
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domineering, bullying, overpowering (adjective)
An overbearing person has a strong need to be in charge. |
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high-spirited, lively, bold (adjective)
Most adults are willing to tolerate a certain amount of pert behavior in children.
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a peculiar way of acting; a sudden twist or turn (noun)
A writer my be famous for creating characters who are full of interesting quirks. |
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to feast, entertain, agreeably (verb)
Most people are eager to regale their friends with stories of their vacation adventures. |
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lazy, lacking ambition/energy (adjective)
How can anyone lead a shiftless life when there are so many interesting things to learn and see? |
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a stain/spot; a mark of corruption/dishonor (noun)
to stain or contaminate (verb)
The taint of bribery can put an end to a career.
When toxic chemical taint lakes, may fish die. |
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