Peter the Great

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Cataracts:

A medical condition characterized by the clouding of the lens in the eye, leading to a decrease in vision.

Laborious:

Requiring considerable effort and time; involving hard work.

Proclaims:

To announce officially or publicly; to declare something in a formal manner.

Rasps:

To make a harsh, grating sound; can also refer to a tool used for shaping or smoothing surfaces.

Wheezes

: To breathe with a whistling or rattling sound, often due to a respiratory condition.

Shuddered:

To tremble or shake suddenly and violently, often in response to fear or disgust.

Attendance

: The act of being present at a place, often used in the context of schools or events.

Incapable

: Lacking the ability, qualifications, or strength to do something.

Unimaginable

: Impossible to comprehend or conceive; beyond what one can imagine.

Candor

: The quality of being open, honest, and straightforward in expression.

Eligible

: Having the right to do or obtain something; qualified to participate or be chosen.

Intention

: A plan or aim; a purpose behind an action.

Spouse:

A husband or wife; a partner in a marriage.

Atmosphere:

The pervading tone or mood of a place, situation, or creative work; can also refer to the layers of gases surrounding a planet.

Consistently

: In a way that does not change; regularly or uniformly over time.

Double-cross:

To betray someone who trusts you; to deceive or cheat.

Expectantly

: In a manner that shows anticipation or hope for something to happen.

Provoked:

Caused a reaction or emotion, typically anger or annoyance; instigated.

Misinformation:

False or inaccurate information that is spread, often unintentionally; can lead to misunderstandings or confusion.

Tragic:

Involving extreme distress or sorrow; often related to events that lead to suffering or disaster, typically in a dramatic or emotional context.