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Words 8th graders should know
September 12, 2008(VS)
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8th Grade
09/12/2008

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Diversion
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Something that distracts the mind and relaxes or entertains
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Trivial
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of very little importance or value; insignificant
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Clearance
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a formal authorization permitting access to classified information, documents, etc.
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Compassionate
Definition
Sympathizing; tender; merciful
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Buoyancy
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the power to float or rise in a fluid
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assumption
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something assumed
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Optimism
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a state of mind in which one always hopes or expects that something good will happen
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clarification
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to make (an idea, statement, etc.) clear or intelligible
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Acrobatic
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having the good balance, agility, and coordination of an acrobat.
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anatomy
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the science of the structure of the (usually human) body, especially the study of the body by cutting up dead animal and human bodies
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Beverage
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a drink, especially tea, coffee, or other non-alcoholic drink
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Persistence
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the quality of being persistent
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Petition
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a formal request made to someone in authority and usually signed by a large number of people
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irresponsible
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not reliable, trustworthy or sensible; not responsible
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Vegetarian
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a person who does not eat meat of any kind
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shipment
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a load of goods sent by sea
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disdainful
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expressing extreme contempt
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panoramic
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of or like a panorama
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