Metamorphosis Flashcards

Vocabulary (11 cards)

1
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Wide in extent or scope.

e.g. She has a ___knowledge of history.

A

Broad

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2
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Not strong or harsh; gentle.

e.g. I prefer ___ cheese instead of spicy one.

A

Mild

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3
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A danger or risk.

e.g. Wet floors are a ___ in this area.

A

Hazard

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4
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To tremble suddenly from fear, cold, or disgust

e.g. He ____ when he heard the strange noise

A

shuddered

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5
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Breathing out slowly and loudly, often because of tiredness or sadness.

e.g. She kept ___ during the long meeting

A

Sighing

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6
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To walk slowly without lifting your feet properly

e.g. He ___after the long day of work.

A

Shuffle (away)

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7
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An uncomfortable feeling on the skin that makes you want to scratch

e.g. I have an ___ on my arm from the mosquito bite.

A

Itch

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8
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Showing signs of tiredness, tension, or difficulty.

e.g.He had a ___ smile during the interview.

A

Strained

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9
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Making a high-pitched, short sound, like a mouse or a shoe

e.g. The door kept ____ every time I opened it.

A

Squeaking

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10
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A state of wild excitement or uncontrolled activity.

e.g. The fans were in a ___ after the team scored.

A

Frenzi

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