Sadlier Vocabulary Workshop Level A Unit 12

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abduct (v.)

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to kidnap, carry off by force

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ambiguous (adj.)

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not clear; having two or more possible meanings

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balk (v.)

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to stop short and refuse to go on; to refuse abruptly; to prevent from happening

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balk (n.)

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(in baseball) an illegal motion made by a pitcher

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compact (adj.)

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closely and firmly packed together; small

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compact (v.)

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to squeeze together

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compact (n.)

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an agreement between parties; a small case containing a mirror and face powder; a small car

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confer (v.)

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to consult, talk over, exchange opinions; to present as a gift, favor, or honor

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earmark (v.)

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to set aside for a special purpose; to mark an animal's ear for identification

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earmark (n.)

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an identifying mark or feature