Vocabulary Flashcards

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Peculiar

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Odd, strange, or unusual

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Luxury

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Something very pleasant but not necessary; a way of living that is full of great pleasure and comfort

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Vivid

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Bright and strong

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Reservoir

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A place where water is collected and stored

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Elation

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A feeling or condition of happiness, pride, or elevated spirits

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Silhouettes

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Any dark figure seen against a light background, so that details are hard to see

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Linger

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To remain or be slow to leave

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Illiterate

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Not able to read or write

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Rhythm

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Movement marked by the regular repetition of sounds

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Ordeal

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A painful, difficult experience, or test of one’s character.