Vocabulary Flashcards

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captivate

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to attract and hold the attention of someone by being interesting, pretty, etc.

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precipitation

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water that falls to the ground as rain, snow, hail, sleet, etc.

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capitulate

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to stop fighting an enemy or opponent; to admit that an enemy or opponent has won

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manual

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doing or involving hard physical work; of or relating to using hands

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manipulate

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to move or control something with your hands or by using a machine

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manuscript

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the original copy of a play, book, piece of music, etc.

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maneuver

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clever or skillful action or movement

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pedestrian

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a person who is walking in a city, along a road, etc.

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impede

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to slow the movement, progress, or action of someone or something

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pedestal

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the base of a column or other tall object; used to describe the position of someone who is admired.