E-Plex 6th Grade Vocab Flashcard

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Flourish

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To grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way, especially as the result of a particularly favorable environment.

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Nub

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The central point or heart of a matter; the crux.

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Quench

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To satisfy (thirst); to extinguish (a fire).

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Swerve

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To change direction suddenly.

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Capsize

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To overturn (a boat).

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Prudent

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Acting with or showing care and thought for the future.

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Example of 'Flourish' in a sentence

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The plants began to flourish after the rain.

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Example of 'Nub' in a sentence

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The nub of the argument was that everyone should be treated equally.

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Example of 'Quench' in a sentence

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The firefighters worked hard to quench the flames.

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Example of 'Swerve' in a sentence

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The car had to swerve to avoid hitting the dog.