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  Academic Words Level 2 - 4 - Spelling Practices
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n. one that is turned or applied to for aid or security; resort for help or protection; access or admittance


Spelling Word: recourse
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n. result of improving something; the process of removing impurities


Spelling Word: refinement
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n. machines in which food can be stored at low temperatures


Spelling Word: refrigerator
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n. fulfillment or gratification of a desire, need, or appetite; source or means of gratification


Spelling Word: satisfaction
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v. frighten; alarm; strike with sudden fear


Spelling Word: scare
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a. timid; bashful; easily startled; distrustful


Spelling Word: shy
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n. a petitioner who seeks contributions or trade or votes; chief law officer of a city, town, or government department


Spelling Word: solicitor
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n. a plant having large flower heads with dark disk florets and showy yellow rays


Spelling Word: sunflower
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n. daily event of the sun sinking below the horizon


Spelling Word: sunset
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n. moderate weather; suitable for outdoor activities; the rays of the sun


Spelling Word: sunshine