Hard TOEFL Words - Group 2

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n. background; setting


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ad. In or toward the area behind the performing space in a theater, especially the area comprising the dressing rooms


Spelling Word: backstage
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n. a sort of theatrical representation by dancers


Spelling Word: ballet
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n. a vigorous blow; a conspicuous success


Spelling Word: bang
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n. body of water partially enclosed by land but with a wide mouth; reddish-brown animal, especially a horse having a black tail


Spelling Word: bay
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n. sharp cutting edge of a knife; sword or knife; swords-man


Spelling Word: blade
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n. a burst of fire, a flame


Spelling Word: blaze
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n. boom; rich mine, vein, or pocket of ore; sudden opportunity to make money


Spelling Word: bonanza
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n. air that is inhaled and exhaled in respiration


Spelling Word: breath
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n. cleverness; magnificence


Spelling Word: brilliance