Vocabulary Flashcards

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louse

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lousy, unnpleasant

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affliction

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A state of pain, distress, or misery.

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censored

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Having had objectionable content removed or suppressed.

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bias

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A tendency to favor one thing over another, often in an unfair way.

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shrill

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Having a high-pitched and piercing sound.

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preferential

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Showing favoritism or giving advantage to one over others.

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gangplank

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A movable plank used as a ramp to board or disembark from a ship or boat.

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skirmish

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A minor or brief argument or conflict.

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precedent

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An earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide for future circumstances.

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notorious

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Famous or well-known, typically for some bad quality or deed.