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ward off; make an effort to resist; keep off; prevent from entering


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n. Syn. flavor
quality produced by the sensation of taste; a variety of tastes attributed to an object


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n.
fine powdery foodstuff; soft, fine powder


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v. Syn. vex
cause to be uneasy; wear away


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n. Syn. abrasion; scraping
clash in opinion; rubbing against; conflict


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n. Syn. margin; periphery
margin; periphery; decorative border of hanging threads, cords, or strips, often attached to a separate band


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v. Syn. yawn
open the mouth wide; yawn from sleepiness, weariness, or dullness


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v. Syn. infer; deduce
reach conclusion; become systemic and spread throughout the body


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n. Syn. enchantment
air of compelling charm, romance, and excitement, especially when delusively alluring; magic spell


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v. Syn. slide; slip
slide; move in a smooth, effortless manner


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