Cask of Amontillado Flashcards

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Precluded (v)

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made impossible in advance; prevented

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Impunity (n)

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freedom from punishment or harm

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Retribution (n)

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punishment

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Immolation (n)

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destruction

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Connoisseurship (n)

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expert knowledge

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Impose (v)

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(used with upon): Take advantage of

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Recoiling (v)

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moving backward, as in fear

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Endeavored (v)

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Tried

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Obstinate (adj)

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Stubborn

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Succession (n)

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series.