Vocabulary Flashcards

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cripple

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To cause someone to become unable to move or walk properly.

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heckle

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To interrupt a speaker with aggressive or rude comments.

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jingle

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A light ringing sound, often associated with small bells.

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muffle

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To wrap or cover for warmth or to reduce sound.

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semicircle

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Half of a circle or a shape resembling this.

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sprinkle

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To scatter small drops or particles over a surface.

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startle

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To cause a person or animal to feel sudden shock or alarm.

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twinkle

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To shine with a flickering or sparkling light.

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whistle

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To make a high-pitched sound by forcing breath through a small opening.

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improbable

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Not likely to be true or to happen.