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


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v.
gather something together over time; scratch repeatedly


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a.
consisting of or divided into sections; separating into sections


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n.
unanticipated or sudden check in progress; change from better to worse; obstacle, delay, or disadvantage


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n.
jaunty; showy


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a.
having a site, situation, or location; being in a relative position; permanently fixed; placed; located


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a. Syn. slim; thin
having little width in proportion to height or length; long and thin


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a. Syn. isolated; alone; unaccompanied
isolated; existing, living, or going without others; alone; unaccompanied


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a. Syn. excellent; independent
having supreme rank or power; self governing; excellent; independent


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n. Syn. duration; distance
duration; distance; cover; extent or measure of space between two points


Spelling Word: span