hackers vocab day 10 sentences

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modified

Many software settings can be ___________ to improve the performance of a computer.

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initially

Ben ___________ supported Roger's plan, but later opposed it.

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critical

Air traffic controllers must make ___________ decisions every day that affect the lives of many people.

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critical

The patient's adverse reaction to the medicine caused his heart rate to drop to a ___________ level.

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luminous

The ___________ object that appeared over Europe in AD 1066 was Halley's Comet.

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facilitate

Freedom of information laws ___________ access to government documents for researchers.

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refinements

For 14 years, Alfred Wegener made numerous ___________ to his theory of continental drift.

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attributes

The prime minister's ability to speak eloquently is considered one of his greatest ___________.

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attributed

The world's increase in energy use can be ___________ to the population growth.

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belch

Volcanoes can ___________ toxic fumes without warning.

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underrate

Many parents ___________ the importance of playing with their children.

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immense

The ___________ statue of the Greek goddess Athena attracted many tourists to the Acropolis.

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virtue

According to legend, King Arthur was both a great warrior and a man of ___________.

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virtue

A ___________ shared by all great leaders is the ability to motivate others.

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bustling

During the summer, the sidewalks and shops near the veach are ___________ with people.

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distinct

Each region of Italy maintains its own ___________ traditions.

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distinct

There was a ___________ difference in the twins' personalities.

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thriving

Our town used to be very small, but it has grown into a ___________ community.

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obvious

It was ___________ that Fred didn't understand what Wilma meant.

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exceptional

The Ancient Greek Olympians displayed an ___________ amount of strength and endurance.

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cumbersome

Although the cultivator looks ___________, it is actually easy to use.

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boon

Due to so many people purchasing gifts, the Christmas season is always a ___________ to retail stores.

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optimum

Machines achieve ___________ performance when they are properly maintained and regularly used.

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uniformly

If the paint is not spread ___________ on the wall, there will be variations in color when it dries.

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unleash

We took our dogs to the fenced park so that we could ___________ them and let them run free

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acquired

Some people ___________ great wealth by investing in the stock market.

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enigma

Even today, the origin of Egypt's great pyramids is an ___________.

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steadfast

It is the president's ___________ belief that Congress needs more women.

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dainty

At the wedding, the decorations included thousands of ___________ flowers.

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anomalies

Modern airplanes are safe, so crashes are ___________.

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splendid

The Palace of Versailles is a ___________ example of French architecture.

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rapport

The friendly teacher had a strong ___________ with his students.

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question

Some people ___________ the educational value of certain testing methods, such as multiple-choice exams.

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scattered

The man ___________ grass seeds all over the lawn.

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escalated

The demonstration quickly ___________ when a protestor threw a glass bottle at the police.

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temporary

The pill caused a few ___________ side effects.

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attest

Three witnesses signed the will to ___________ its authenticity.

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fortify

To prepare for war, the general had his men ___________ the walls of the fort.

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remove

A plastic surgeon can ___________ scars using a laser.

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end

The ___________ of the project is to increase agricultural yields in Sub-Saharan Africa.

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plentiful

Fish and plankton are ___________ in the sea.

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make it

Despite the traffic congestion downtown, all the fans managed to ___________ on time for the concert.

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devastated

The logging industry has ___________ many tropical rainforests in South America.

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eminently

The city's new subway system is ___________ practical.

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subtraction

Many teachers opposed the ___________ of funds for art and music.

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As a rule of thumb

___________, people should visit the dentist for a check-up every six months.

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blurred

The new political party ___________ the lines between conservatives and liberals.

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relayed

In the 19th century, new reports were ___________ by telegram.

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expandable

The dining room table is ___________ to accommodate dinner guests.

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scrupulous

The police officer was praised for his ___________ performance of duties.

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scrupulous

A ___________ real estate agrent does not charge clients excessive fees.

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Approximately

___________ 25 percent of the world's electricity is used by the US alone.

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paradoxical

Einstein though that using violence to restore peace was ___________.

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source

Located in central Africa, Lake Victoria is the ___________ of the Nile River.

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adhere

The glue that covers a stamp's back allows it to ___________ to an envelope.

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available

Books were ___________ to the masses for the first time with the invention of Gutenberg's printing press.

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get rid of

Meditation has become a popular way for people to ___________ stress.

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repel

The high walls of Medieval castles made it easy to ___________ attackers.

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maximize

Manufacturers set prices for their products that will ___________ their potential profits.

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outermost

Neptune is the ___________ planet in the solar system.

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bind

For hygiene reasons, restaurant employees with long hair must ___________ it before they start work.

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visible

The symptoms of the life-threatening disease may not be ___________ for several years after infection.