Context Clues

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devoid
Ronald hated the detention room because it was absolutely devoid of warmth and cheer

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entirely lacking or free from

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indiscriminate

You must not be indiscriminate when you are shopping for shoes. Carefully consider which shoes will be best for you before making your purchase.

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indecisive

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laden
Julia had a difficult time trudging up the snowy hill with her textbook laden book bag.

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heavily loaded 

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spontaneous
Brenda was trying to study for her chemistry final when she was overcome by the spontaneous urge to go on a bike ride, but the urge passed as suddenly as it came. 

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sudden urge

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forged
This magical sword is called Everest-Tooth because it was forged on the mountain from which its name is derived.

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Created

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Lofty
He wanted to climb the lofty coconut tree to retrieve the nourishing fruit, but he was too afraid of heights.

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Tall

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Arduous
John tried to catch his breath for a minute before he attempted the arduous climb up the peak of the mountain.

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difficult

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imperious
Though Kathy and I are both technically store clerks, Kathy is always trying to tell me what to do because of her imperious nature.

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bossy

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declined
I am disappointed that Kyle declined our offer to sit in the dunk tank.

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Disagreed upon

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brazen
Ms. Witherspoon was shocked that the snickering bill collector was brazen enough to rest his feet on the antique grand piano, with his shoes on of all things, while she ran to get her checkbook. 

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Confident