Of Mice and Men Vocab #2

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Inclined to quarrel or fight

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Pugnacious

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To beat violently or sharply; to attack with harsh words

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Lash

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To take on a load; to load oppressively

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Laden

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To twist, bend, or draw out of shape

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Contort

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With great care or caution; reluctant; timid.

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Gingerly

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Ominous

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Indicating future threat

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Derogatory

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Disparaging; intentionally offensive

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Plaintive

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Expressing sorrow; mournful

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Apprehensive

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Uneasy or fearful about something that might happen.

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Derision

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Ridicule; mockery; scorn