The Sign of the Beaver Ch. 1-6 Vocabulary

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Ruefully

Back

Feeling, showing, or causing regret or sorrow.

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Hobble

Back

To walk with trouble or in an awkward manner; limp.

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Endure

Back

To bear up under or function in spite of.

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Expedition

Back

A journey taken for a reason.

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Coax

Back

Obtain by patient, gentle persuasion.

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Shambles

Back

A state of total disorder; a mess.

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Daubed

Back

To cover or smear with a sticky substance.

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Defiance

Back

Open resistance; bold disobedience.

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Hemlock

Back

A poisonous plant used historically for executions.

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Regret

Back

A feeling of sadness or disappointment over something that has happened.