Of Mice and Men Vocabulary

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Pugnacious

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Eager or quick to argue, quarrel, or fight.

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Recumbent

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Lying down; in a position of rest or inactivity.

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Scoff

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To speak to someone or about something in a scornfully derisive or mocking way.

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Mimicking

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To imitate someone or something, often to entertain or ridicule.

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Gingerly

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In a careful or cautious manner.

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Bemused

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Puzzled, confused, or bewildered.

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Mollified

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To calm or soothe someone who is angry or upset.

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Anguished

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Experiencing or showing severe mental or physical pain or suffering.

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Ominous

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Giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen.

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Belittling

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To make someone or something seem less impressive or important.