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n.
a sort of theatrical representation by dancers


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v. Syn. dispel
drive out; drive away; compel to depart; dispel


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n.
property of not supporting life, no children or unable to have children; defect of emotion, sensibility, or fervency


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v. Syn. whip; strike; defeat
whip; strike; defeat; hit repeatedly


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n. Syn. prejudice; preference
preference or inclination, especially one that inhibits impartial judgment; influence in unfair way


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v. Syn. contract; cohere; stick
tie, or confine with a cord, band, or chain; make fast; contract; cohere or stick together


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a.
of a white or pale color; without color; empty; void


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v.
become rosy or reddish; turn red, as if in embarrassment or shame


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n. Syn. lumber; plank
a committee having supervisory powers; a flat piece of material designed for a special purpose


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