Parrots Over Puerto Rico Vocabulary

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What does 'jab' mean?

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To poke or thrust quickly, often with a sharp object or part of the body.

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What does 'toil' mean?

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To work extremely hard and with great effort.

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What is 'captivity'?

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The state of being kept in a confined space or being unable to escape.

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What is a 'merchant'?

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A person or company involved in wholesale trade, especially one dealing with foreign countries.

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What does 'aggressive' mean?

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Ready or likely to attack or confront; characterized by or resulting from aggression.

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What is a 'fort'?

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A fortified building or military stronghold.

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What does 'flight' refer to?

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The act of flying; the movement of an object through the air.

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Give an example of 'toil' in a sentence.

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The farmers had to toil in the fields from dawn until dusk.

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How can 'jab' be used in a sentence?

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He gave his friend a playful jab in the ribs.

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What is the significance of 'merchant' ships in trade?

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Merchant ships are essential for transporting goods and products across different regions.