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n. Syn. pouch
pouch or pouch-like structure in a plant or an animal, sometimes filled with fluid


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v. Syn. rescue
save from loss or destruction; rescue of a ship; save for further use


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n.
condition or quality of being sane; soundness of health of body or mind, especially of the mind


Spelling Word: sanity
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n. Syn. jumble; mix
unceremonious and disorganized struggle; rushing about hastily in an undignified way


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n. Syn. faction
separate religious body; faction united by common interests or beliefs


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n.
thought prompted by passion or feeling; feeling toward or respecting; disposition prompting to action or expression


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n.
protective covering for a knife or sword; dress suitable for formal occasions


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n.
small signboard outside the office; coarse beach gravel of small water; worn stones and pebbles


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v. Syn. feign; imitate
make a pretence of; reproduce someone's behavior or looks


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v. Syn. arouse; inspire
bring about; arouse; inspire; activate


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