Vocabulary Flashcards

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tinder

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Dry, flammable material, such as wood or paper, used for lighting a fire.

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whirled

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To turn or spin around rapidly.

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devoured

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To eat something eagerly and in large amounts so that nothing is left.

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typhoon

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A tropical storm in the region of the Indian or western Pacific oceans.

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boom

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To grow quickly

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ventured

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To dare to do something or go somewhere that may be dangerous or unpleasant.

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spike

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A sharp increase in the magnitude or concentration of something.

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summit

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The highest point of a hill or mountain.

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bridle paths

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Paths or trails that are suitable for horseback riding.

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settlement

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A place, typically one that has been uninhabited, where people establish a community.