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Vocab

assuage / “a churning pain inside me. I did not know how to assuage it”

make (an unpleasant feeling) less intense

melamine / “blue melamine top”

A crystalline substance that is known for its high nitrogen content, similar to protein. It is commonly found in products like melamine dinnerware, melamine board, and melamine foam. These products are favored for their durability, heat resistance, and aesthetic appeal.

bluebottles/ “bluebottles laying eggs”

known for laying eggs in various decaying organic matter, like dead animals, feces, or garbage

ambulant/ “ambulant bag of blood and bones”

able to walk around; not confined to bed

augured/ “ the day had not augured well from the start”

the day started with bad signs// referring to an omen or a sign of how things will turn out in the future