Vocabulary • Ch 21 - Tuck Everlasting • Context Clues

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Meaning of 'soothed'

Back

To make someone feel calm and relaxed

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Meaning of 'babbling'

Back

Making random sounds before speaking clearly

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Meaning of 'anxiously'

Back

Feeling worried or nervous about something

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Meaning of 'precious'

Back

Something very valuable or important

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Insistent

Back

Not giving up easily, demanding attention or action

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Throbbed: Definition

Back

To beat or pulse with pain

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Meaning of 'pulsing' in music context

Back

Beating or throbbing in a rhythmic pattern

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Crouched: Definition

Back

Bend down low with knees bent

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Acrid smell

Back

Strong, unpleasant smell or taste

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'Open-and-shut' meaning

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An easy and obvious decision or solution