Vocabulary Flashcard chapters 1-4

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What is a ledger?

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An account book or digital file of final entry.

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What does 'welling' describe in the sentence 'The words were welling up inside her'?

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The action of the words building up inside her.

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Which sentence uses the word 'pungent' correctly?

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The pungent smell of garlic filled the kitchen.

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What does 'threadbare' describe in the sentence 'His old jacket was so threadbare it had holes in the elbows'?

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The condition of the jacket.

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What does the word 'surefooted' mean?

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Not likely to stumble, slip, or fall.

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What is the meaning of 'pungent'?

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Having a strong, sharp smell or taste.

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What does 'threadbare' mean?

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Worn out and thin, often referring to fabric.

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What is a synonym for 'surefooted'?

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Steady.

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What does 'welling up' imply in emotional context?

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Building up feelings that may lead to an outburst.

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What is the opposite of 'pungent'?

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Odorless.