Tale of Despereaux Ch. 1-15

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scrabbling

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scratching or clawing about clumsily or frantically

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alas

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used to express sorrow; regret, or grief

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proclaimed

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Officially announced

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tribunal

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a court of justice

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speculation

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the forming of a theory or conjecture without firm evidence

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captivating

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capable of attracting and holding interest; charming

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heeded

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paid attention to; listened to and considered

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beleaguered

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troubled with many problems

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fervent

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eager; earnest

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perfidy

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faithlessness, treachery