Wordly Wise Book 7 Lesson 7

Front

What does 'rapture' mean?

Back

Delight.

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What is the relationship between 'shear' and 'sheep'?

Back

To shear is to remove wool from a sheep.

Front

What does 'respite' mean?

Back

A break or rest, especially after a difficult task.

Front

What does 'beseech' mean?

Back

To beg or request earnestly.

Front

What does 'capitulate' mean?

Back

To surrender.

Front

What is a synonym for 'delight'?

Back

Joy.

Front

What does 'pluck' mean in the context of 'pluck a chicken'?

Back

To remove feathers from a chicken.

Front

What is an example of a situation where you might need a 'respite'?

Back

After finishing a 10K race.

Front

What is the opposite of 'beseech'?

Back

Command.

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What does it mean to 'capitulate' in a negotiation?

Back

To give in or agree to terms.