Unit #2 Vocabulary Flashcards

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accost

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to approach in an aggressive way

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brackish

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salty or unpleasant to drink

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gambit

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an opening move that involves risk or sacrifice

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incendiary

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tending to stir up rebellion or tending to start fires

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overt

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open; not hidden; expressed; easily recognized

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sacrilege

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disrespecting something sacred

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talisman

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object that serves as a charm or has magical powers

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animadversion

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strong criticism

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celerity

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quickness or speed

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halcyon

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peaceful or calm