Vocabulary Flashcard Review

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What does 'ludicrous' mean?

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Something that is absurd or ridiculous, often in a humorous way.

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Give an example of something ludicrous.

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A cat wearing a superhero cape and flying.

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What is a 'suspect'?

Back

A person who is believed to have committed a crime.

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What is a synonym for 'alibi'?

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Excuse.

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What does it mean to 'speculate'?

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To guess or make a prediction about something.

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In a crime investigation, what does a detective do?

Back

They gather clues and try to figure out who committed the crime.

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What is the opposite of 'speculate'?

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To prove something with facts.

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What does 'deception' mean?

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The act of deceiving or misleading someone.

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What is an 'allocation'?

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The process of distributing resources or duties.

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What does it mean to 'hesitate'?

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To pause before saying or doing something, often due to uncertainty.