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ossify v	help, file
To transform from a softer substance into bone. To become inflexible and rigid in habits or opinions. To grow formulaic and permanent.
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2

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spoilsport n	help, file
Someone who puts an end to harmless fun.
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3

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forensic adj	help, file
Relating to the use of science and technology in a court of law. (dated) Relating to, or appropriate for courts of law. (archaic) Relating to, or used in debate or argument.
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4

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wane v	help, file
To progressively loses its splendor, ardor, power, etc. (of light) To dim or diminish in strength. (of the Moon) To decrease in visible surface during its phases.
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sempiternal adj	help, file
Seemingly everlasting or eternal.
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debacle n	help, file
An event or enterprise that ends suddenly and disastrously. (ecology) A breaking up of a natural dam by a river and the ensuing rush of water.
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cavort v	help, file
To move about carelessly or boisterously.
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8

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fisticuffs n	help, file
(informal) An impromptu fight with the fists, usually between only two people. (sports, dated) Bare-knuckled boxing.
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apropos adj	help, file
Of an appropriate or pertinent nature.
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ventriloquist n	help, file
Someone, especially an entertainer, who practices ventriloquism.
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realm n	help, file
A sphere of real or imaginary influence. The domain of a certain abstraction. (formal or law) A territory or state, as ruled by a specific power.
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tare v	help, file
(economics and law) To take into account the weight of the container. (science) To set a zero value on an instrument.
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discus n	help, file
A round plate-like object that is thrown for sport. The athletics sport of discus throwing. A discus fish.
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unabashed adj	help, file
Not disconcerted or embarrassed. Not concealed or disguised, or not eliciting shame.
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15

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bide n	help, file
(dialectal) To bear; to endure; to tolerate. (archaic) To dwell or reside in a location; to abide. (archaic) To wait; to be in expectation.
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indubitably adv	help, file
In a manner that leaves no possibility of doubt; undoubtedly.
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complicit adj	help, file
Involved in or compliant with some behavior, especially of a questionable nature.
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18

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postulate v	help, file
To assume as a truthful or accurate premise. (Christianity, historical) To appoint or request one's appointment to an ecclesiastical office.
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kitsch adj	help, file
Considered of questionable aesthetic value; excessively sentimental, overdone or vulgar.
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20

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sack v	help, file
To plunder or pillage, especially after capture. (informal) To fire or remove someone from their job. (American football) To tackle the offensive quarterback before he is able to throw a pass. (slang) To hit a person, usually male, in the groin.
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between a rock and a hard place adv	help, file
Having the choice between two unpleasant or distasteful options.
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22

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peruse v	help, file
To examine or consider with care. To read completely. (informal) To look over casually; to skim.
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23

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yarmulke n	help, file
A skullcap worn by religious Jewish males.
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24

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obtund v	help, file
(medicine) To reduce the edge or effects of; to mitigate; to dull.
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25

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taupe adj	help, file
Of a dark brownish-gray colour.
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anomaly n	help, file
Something that is strange or unusual. (sciences and computing) Something that diverges from what is expected of it. (sciences) Any event that is out of the ordinary.
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expiate v	help, file
To atone or make reparation for. To make amends or pay the penalty for.
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refractory adj	help, file
Obstinate and unruly; strongly opposed to something. Not affected by great heat. (medicine) Difficult to treat. (biology) Incapable of registering a reaction or stimulus.
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parlance n	help, file
A certain way of speaking, of using words. (archaic) Speech, discussion or debate.
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consummate v	help, file
To bring to completion; to accomplish. To make (a marriage) complete by engaging in first sexual intercourse.
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