A Christmas Carol Vocabulary

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Astonish

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to amaze or surprise.

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Compulsion

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a strong desire to do something; an irresistible driving force.

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Void

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total emptiness.

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Destitute

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Without the basic necessities of life.

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Gratitude

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thankful appreciation.

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Audible

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able to be heard.

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Implore

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to beg someone earnestly or desperately to do something.

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Obliged

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to be required to do something.

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Rail

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to complain or protest strongly.

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Odious

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extremely unpleasant; repulsive.