TTTC Part 2

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firmly held belief

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conviction: A strong belief or opinion that is held firmly.

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a false display of feelings or intentions

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pretense: An attempt to make something that is not the case appear true.

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not showing emotion

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impassive: Not feeling or showing emotion.

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reluctant acceptance without protest

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acquiescence: The act of accepting something reluctantly but without protest.

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people of high social class

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gentry: A social class that is above the common people, often landowners.

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the act of maneuvering or skillful movement

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maneuver: A movement or series of moves requiring skill and care.

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to discredit or harm someone's reputation

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discredit: To harm the good reputation of someone or something.

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a state of being monotonous or lacking in variety

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monotonous: Dull, tedious, and repetitious; lacking in variety and interest.

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to accept something without objection

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acquiesce: To agree or express agreement.

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a belief that is not based on evidence

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conviction: A firmly held belief that may not be supported by evidence.