Vocab List 3

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Pyrrhic victory

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A victory that comes at such a significant cost to the victor that it is almost tantamount to defeat.

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Throng

Back

A large, densely packed crowd of people.

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Irate

Back

Feeling or characterized by great anger.

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Accost

Back

To approach and speak to someone boldly or aggressively.

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Felon

Back

A person who has been convicted of a serious crime.

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Defy

Back

To openly resist or refuse to obey.

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Conquest

Back

The act of conquering or gaining control over a place or people.

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Excuse

Back

A reason or explanation put forward to defend or justify a fault or offense.

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Uncommunicative

Back

Not inclined to talk or give information.

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Alert

Back

Quick to notice any unusual and potentially dangerous or difficult circumstances.