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Coin
(v) to devise a new word or phrase
Stock
(adj) a stereotypical and formulaic character in a novel or film
Currency
(n) general acceptance or use; prevalence
Bent
(n) a strong tendency
Court
(v) to attempt to gain favor or support of a person or group
Negotiate
(v) to successfully travel through, around, or over obstacle or terrain
Temper
(v) to soften; to moderate; to mitigate
Pedestrian
(adj) undistinguished; ordinary
Cavalier
(adj) having an arrogant attitude
Sanction
(n) an official approval or disapproval for an action
Compromise
(v) to reduce the quality or value of something; to jeopardize or place at risk
Channel
(v) to direct or guide along a desired course
Qualify
(v) to modify; to limit by adding exceptions or restricting conditions
Personification, Epitome; Paragon; Quintessence
(n) a perfect example; embodiment
Lambaste
(v) denounce; strongly criticize
Quiescent
(adj) marked by inactivity; in a state of quiet repose
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