English II Vocab Flashcard TFA

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Harmattan

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Dry, dusty wind on West African coast

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Improvident

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Not having foresight; spendthrift or thoughtless.

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Impending

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About to happen; forthcoming (threatening or significant event)

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Revered

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Deep respect or admiration for something.

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Ill-fated

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destined to fail or have bad luck

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Discerned

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Perceive or recognize (something)

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Suppressed

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Prevent development or expression; restrain.

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Imperious

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Assuming power without justification; arrogant and domineering.

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Emissary

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A person sent on a special mission, usually as a diplomatic representative.

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Interim

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the intervening time; interval