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challenge
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a call to take part in a contest or competition, especially a duel. EX: he accepted the challenge”
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effort
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a vigorous or determined attempt. Ex:I made an effort to do the hard work.
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focus
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the center of interest or activity. Ex: I am very focused on my work.
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mindset
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the established set of attitudes held by someone. Ex: My teammate has an competitive mindset.
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perseverance
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persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success.
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strategy
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A way to do something. Ex: I had a good strategy to solve the word search.
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clarify
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To make it clear or easier to understand. Ex: I asked my teacher to clarify the meaning of the word touch.
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accord
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To give or grant, especially as being due or appropriate.
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contagious
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Capable of transmitting a disease. Ex: The girl had a contagious disease so she couldn’t come to school.
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caption
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A title, short explanation, or description accompanying an illustration or a photograph. Ex: I turned on the caption to the video because I couldn’t hear it well.
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bizarre
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Very strange or unusual, especially in a striking or shocking way. See Synonyms are fantastic. Ex: That stunt was bizarre.
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era
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A period of time marked by distinctive character, events,etc. Ex: I was born in the era where being yourself was cool.
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evolve
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To develop or achieve gradually: evolve a style of one’s own. Ex: The human species evolved.
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flustered
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To make agitated, excited, or confused: Shouts from the protesters flustered the speaker. Ex: I was flustered by my teacher’s comments and began to stumble over my words.
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haven
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A harbor or anchorage; a port, shelter.
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hover
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To remain floating, suspended, or fluttering in the air. Ex: I had my hand hovering over my keyboard ready to type the next word.
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Abet
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To urge, encourage, or help (a person): abetted the thief in robbing the bank.
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Adept
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Very skilled or accomplished. See Synonyms at proficient. Ex: The artist was very adept.
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Clad
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To sheathe or cover (a metal) with a metal.
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Exotic
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From another part of the world; foreign: exotic tropical plants in a greenhouse.
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fallacy
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a mistaken belief, especially one based on an unsound argument.
“the notion that the camera never lies is a fallacy”
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fend
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To ward off. Often used with off: fend off an attack.
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flair
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A natural talent or aptitude; a knack: a flair for interior decorating.
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gaunt
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Thin or emaciated: “Her smile took up ever more of her increasingly gaunt face” (Lindsey Crittenden). See Synonyms at lean.
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allot
To parcel out; distribute or apportion: allotting land to homesteaders; allot blame
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aloof
Emotionally reserved or indifferent: an aloof manner.
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amiss
Out of proper order: What is amiss?
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antics
A foolish or ludicrous act; a caper: The students' antics got them into trouble.
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ardent
Expressing or characterized by warmth of feeling; passionate: an ardent lover.
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assail
To attack violently, as with blows or military force; assault.
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awry
Away from the correct course; amiss: The last minute changes caused our plans to go awry
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balmy
Having the quality or fragrance of balm; soothing
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banter
To engage in banter: bantered with her colleagues during a coffee break.
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barter
To trade goods or services without the exchange of money.
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cache
An amount of goods or valuables, especially when kept in a concealed or hard-to-reach place: maintained a cache of food in case of emergencies.
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cite
To quote or refer to (a book or author, for example) as an authority or example in making an argument
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convey
To take or carry from one place to another; transport. See Synonyms at carry.
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crucial
Extremely significant or important: "Infancy ... is now understood as a crucial building block of human personality" (Anne Roiphe).
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concept
an abstract idea; a general notion.
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analogy
a comparison between two things, typically for the purpose of explanation or clarification.
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antics
foolish, outrageous, or amusing behavior
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confiscate
take or seize (someone's property) with authority.
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connoisseur
an expert judge in matters of taste.
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encroach
intrude on (a person's territory or a thing considered to be a right)
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endeavor
try hard to do or achieve something.
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enhance
intensify, increase, or further improve the quality, value, or extent of.
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epoch
a period of time in history or a person's life, typically one marked by notable events or particular characteristics.
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eventful
marked by interesting or exciting events
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exceptional
unusual; not typical
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excerpt
a short extract from a film, broadcast, or piece of music or writing.
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avail
help or benefit.
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advocate
a person who actively supports or promotes the interests of another person, group, or cause
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agile
a project management and software development approach that emphasizes iterative delivery, collaboration, and adaptability to change
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anarchy
a state of disorder due to absence or nonrecognition of authority or other controlling systems.
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apprehend
arrest (someone) for a crime.
"a warrant was issued but he has not been apprehended
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articulate
(of a person or a person's words) having or showing the ability to speak fluently and coherently.
"an articulate account of their experiences"
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assimilate
take in (information, ideas, or culture) and understand fully.
"Marie tried to assimilate the week's events"
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atrocity
an extremely wicked or cruel act, typically one involving physical violence or injury.
"war atrocities
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attribute
regard something as being caused by (someone or something).
"he attributed the firm's success to the efforts of the managing director
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audacious
showing a willingness to take surprisingly bold risks.
"a series of audacious takeovers"
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augment
make (something) greater by adding to it; increase.
"he augmented his summer income by painting houses
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authority
the power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience.
"he had absolute authority over his subordinates"
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blase
unimpressed or indifferent to something because one has experienced or seen it so often before.
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avid
having or showing a keen interest in or enthusiasm for something.
"an avid reader of science fiction"
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benign
gentle and kindly.
"his benign but firm manner
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bonanza
a situation or event that creates a sudden increase in wealth, good fortune, or profits.
"a bonanza year for the computer industry
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bountiful
large in quantity; abundant.
"the ocean provided a bountiful supply of fresh food"
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chastise
rebuke or reprimand severely.
"he chastised his colleagues for their laziness"
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citadel
a fortress, typically on high ground, protecting or dominating a city.
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commemorate
recall and show respect for (someone or something).
"a wreath-laying ceremony to commemorate the war dead"
celebrate (an event, a person, or a situation) by doing or building something.
"it was a night commemorated in a song"
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component
a part or element of a larger whole, especially a part of a machine or vehicle.
"stereo components"
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conscientious
(of a person) wishing to do what is right, especially to do one's work or duty well and thoroughly.
"a conscientious and hardworking clerk"
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conservative
verse to change or innovation and holding traditional values
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conventional
based on or in accordance with what is generally done or believed.
"a conventional morality had dictated behavior"
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crusade
each of a series of medieval military expeditions made by Europeans to the Holy Land in the 11th, 12th, and 13th centuries.
"the fanaticism engendered by the Crusades"
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culminate
reach a climax or point of highest development.
"the tensions and disorders which culminated in World War II
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deceptive
giving an appearance or impression different from the true one; misleading.
"he put the question with deceptive casualness"
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decipher
convert (a text written in code, or a coded signal) into normal language.
"keys allow people to decipher coded messages"
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decree
an official order issued by a legal authority.
"the decree guaranteed freedom of assembly
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deface
spoil the surface or appearance of (something), for example by drawing or writing on it.
"he defaced library books"
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defect
a shortcoming, imperfection, or lack.
"genetic defects"
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deplore
feel or express strong disapproval of (something).
"we deplore this act of violence"
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deploy
move (troops or equipment) into position for military action.
"forces were deployed at strategic locations"
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desist
cease; abstain.
"each pledged to desist from acts of sabotage
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deter
discourage (someone) from doing something by instilling doubt or fear of the consequences.
"only a health problem would deter him from seeking re-election"
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desolate
(of a place) deserted of people and in a state of bleak and dismal emptiness.
"a desolate moor"
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dialect
a particular form of a language which is peculiar to a specific region or social group.
"this novel is written in the dialect of Trinidad"
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dire
(of a situation or event) extremely serious or urgent.
"dire consequences
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discern
perceive or recognize (something).
"I can discern no difference between the two policies"
distinguish (someone or something) with difficulty by sight or with the other senses.
"she could faintly discern the shape of a skull"
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disdain
the feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect; contempt.
"her upper lip curled in disdain
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disgruntled
angry or dissatisfied.
"judges receive letters from disgruntled members of the public"
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dispatch
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send off to a destination or for a purpose.
"he dispatched messages back to base"
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disposition
a person's inherent qualities of mind and character.
"your sunny disposition has a way of rubbing off on those around you
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doctrine
a belief or set of beliefs held and taught by a Church, political party, or other group.
"the doctrine of predestination"
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dub
give an unofficial name or nickname to (someone or something).
"the media dubbed anorexia “the slimming disease.”"
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durable
able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; hard-wearing.
"porcelain enamel is strong and durable
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eccentric
(of a person or their behavior) unconventional and slightly strange.
"my favorite aunt is very eccentric"
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embargo
an official ban on trade or other commercial activity with a particular country.
"an embargo on grain sales"
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embark
go on board a ship or aircraft.
"he embarked for India in 1817"
begin (a course of action).
"she embarked on a new career"
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enigma
a person or thing that is mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to understand.
"Madeleine was still an enigma to him"
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excerpt
a short extract from a film, broadcast, or piece of music or writing.
"she read out excerpts from an article in the Times"
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excruciating
intensely painful.
"excruciating back pain. mentally agonizing; very embarrassing, awkward, or tedious.
"excruciating boredom
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exemplify
be a typical example of.
"rock bands that best exemplify the spirit of the age"
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facilitate
make (an action or process) easy or easier.
"schools were located on the same campus to facilitate the sharing of resources"
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fastidious
very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail.
"he chooses his words with fastidious care"
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ferret
a domesticated polecat kept as a pet or used, especially in Europe, for catching rabbits. It is typically albino or brown.
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foreboding
fearful apprehension; a feeling that something bad will happen.
"with a sense of foreboding she read the note"
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forfeit
lose or be deprived of (property or a right or privilege) as a penalty for wrongdoing.
"those unable to meet their taxes were liable to forfeit their property"
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formidable
inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, intense, or capable.
"a formidable opponent"
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fortify
provide (a place) with defensive works as protection against attack.
"the enclave has been heavily fortified in recent years"
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foster
ncourage or promote the development of (something, typically something regarded as good).
"the teacher's task is to foster learning"
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gingerly
in a careful or cautious manner.
"Jackson sat down very gingerly"
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glut
an excessively abundant supply of something.
"there is a glut of cars on the market"
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grapple
engage in a close fight or struggle without weapons; wrestle.
"passersby grappled with the man after the knife attack"
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grope
To search for something by feeling with your hands when you can’t see well.
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gullible
easily persuaded to believe something; credulous.
"an attempt to persuade a gullible public to spend their money"
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haggard
looking exhausted and unwell, especially from fatigue, worry, or suffering.
"I trailed on behind, haggard and disheveled
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hindrance
a thing that provides resistance, delay, or obstruction to something or someone.
"a hindrance to the development process
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humane
having or showing compassion or benevolence.
"regulations ensuring the humane treatment of animals"
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Imperative
of vital importance; crucial.
"immediate action was imperative"
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Inaugurate
begin or introduce (a system, policy, or period).
"he inaugurated a new policy of trade and exploration"
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Incense
a gum, spice, or other substance that is burned for the sweet smell it produces.
"the sharp lingering sweetness of incense"
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Indifferent
having no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned.
"most workers were indifferent to foreign affairs"
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Infinite
limitless or endless in space, extent, or size; impossible to measure or calculate.
"the infinite mercy of God"
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Instill
gradually but firmly establish (an idea or attitude, especially a desirable one) in a person's mind.
"how do we instill a sense of rightness in today's youth?"
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Institute
a society or organization having a particular object or common factor, especially a scientific, educational, or social one.
"a research institute"
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Intervene
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come between so as to prevent or alter a result or course of events.
"he acted outside his authority when he intervened in the dispute"
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Intricate
very complicated or detailed.
"an intricate network of canals"
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Inventive
(of a person) having the ability to create or design new things or to think originally.
"she is the most inventive painter around"
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Inventory
a complete list of items such as property, goods in stock, or the contents of a building.
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