Monkey's Paw Vocabulary Flashcards

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Talisman

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an object, typically an inscribed ring or stone, that is thought to have magic powers and to bring good luck.

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Peril

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serious and immediate danger.

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Condole

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to express sympathy with a person who is suffering sorrow, misfortune, or grief.

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Grimace

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an ugly, twisted expression on a person's face, typically expressing disgust, pain, or wry amusement.

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Credulity

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a tendency to be too ready to believe that something is real or true.

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Compensation

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something given or received as an equivalent for services, debt, loss, injury, suffering.

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Resignation

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an act of retiring or giving up a position.