Vocabulary Flashcards

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pier

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A structure built on posts extending from land into water, used as a landing place for ships.

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murmur

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A soft, indistinct sound made by a person or group of people speaking quietly or at a distance.

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research

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The systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions.

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peer

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A person of the same age, status, or ability as another specified person.

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twirl

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To spin quickly and lightly around, especially repeatedly.

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thirsty

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Feeling a need to drink something.

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volunteer

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A person who freely offers to take part in an enterprise or undertake a task.

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earth

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The planet on which we live; the world.

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burnt

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Damaged or blackened by burning.

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further

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A greater distance.