The Pearl Ch. 2 Flashcards

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bulwark

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a strong support or protection

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unsubstantial

Back

lacking substance, firmness, or strength

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speculatively

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in a way that is based on guessing or on opinions that have been formed without knowing all the facts

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reluctant

Back

feeling or showing aversion, hesitation, or unwillingness

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deftly

Back

in a skillful or expert manner

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writhed

Back

twist or bend out of shape or position

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subsided

Back

to sink to a low or lower level