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

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diversion
Definition
the act of diverting or turning aside, as from a course or purpose
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assumption
Definition
something taken for granted
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beverage
Definition
any potable liquid, esp. one other than water, as tea, coffee, beer, or milk
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shipment
Definition
an act or instance of shipping freight or cargo.
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productively
Definition
having the power of producing; generative; creative
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trivial
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of very little importance or value; insignificant
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optimism
Definition
a disposition or tendency to look on the more favorable side of events or conditions and to expect the most favorable outcome.
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persistence
Definition
the continuance of an effect after its cause is removed.
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disdainful
Definition
full of or showing disdain; scornful.
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miscellaneous
Definition
consisting of members or elements of different kinds;
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clearance
Definition
the distance between two objects;
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clarification
Definition
to remove solid matter from (a liquid);
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clarification
Definition
to remove solid matter from (a liquid)
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petition
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a formally drawn request, often bearing the names of a number of those making the request
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panoramic
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an unobstructed and wide view of an extensive area in all directions.
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