A Wrinkle in Time Ch. 6 Vocab

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seethe

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of a liquid bubble up as a result of being boiled

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writhe

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continual twisting, squirming movements

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Anticlimax

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Disappointing end to an exciting series of events

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Chiding

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Scold or rebuke

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eon

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indefinite, very long period of time; often exaggerated

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Radiantly

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Shining or glowing brightly

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Malignant

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Very virulent or infectious disease

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propitious

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favorable; good chance of success

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furtive

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secretive; avoiding notice due to guilt or trouble

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stifle

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suffocate; unable to breathe properly