Refugee Vocabulary

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Gaunt

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Extremely thin from hunger or exhaustion.

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Promenade

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A public area on which people walk or stroll for pleasure.

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Condolences

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An expression of sympathy especially toward one suffering from grief or sorrow.

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Intimidate

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To fill with fear.

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Escorted

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Accompanied for protection.

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Bodega

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A small grocery store, especially in a Spanish-speaking neighborhood.

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Recoil

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To draw back in fear or surprise.

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Catatonic

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A state of unresponsiveness or immobility.

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Elation

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A feeling of great joy or pride.

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Sluicing

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To wash or pour water over something.