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agitation

(n.) a violent stirring or movement; noisey confusion, excitement a stirring up of public enthusiasm.

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blurt

(v.) to say suddenly or without thinking.

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chronological

(adj.) arranged in order of time of occurence.

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countenance

(n.) a face, facial expression; (v.) to tolerate or approve.

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diminish

(v.) to make or become smaller, reduce in size.

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enchant

(v.) to please greatly; to charm, put under a magic spell.

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fluctuate

(v.) to change continually; to move up and down.

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foster

(v.) to bring up, give care to; to promote, encourage; (adj.) in the same family but not related by birth.

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grovel

(v.) to humble oneself, act in a fearful and servile way; to lie face downward; to indulge in something base or unworthy.

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handicraft

(n.) work done by hand; a trade requiring hand skill.

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hilarious

(adj.) extremely funny, causing loud amusement.

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ignite

(v.) to set on fire, cause to burn; to heat up, excite.

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magnitude

(n.) the great size or importance of something.

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massive

(adj.) large and heavy; great in size or scope.

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maternal

(adj.) of or like a mother.

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pall

(v.) to lose in interest, attraction, or effectiveness; to become tiresome; (n.) a dark covering, something that conceals.

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reputable

(adj.) well thought of, having a good reputation.

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revere

(v.) to love and respect deeply, honor greatly.

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saga

(n.) a narrative of heroic exploits; a long, detailed account.

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stodgy

(adj.) dull, boring; old

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