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Vocab Unit 8

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    Unit 8 Vocabulary in Context
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  • We proclaim loyalty to our country when we recite the Pledge of Allegiance.
    to declare publicly or officially; to announce
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  • The vice president was called upon to be the president’s proxy at the funeral of the foreign leader.
    a person who is given the power or authority to do something (such as to vote) for someone else; a written permission allowing one person to act in another’s pl
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  • I was rankled by my brother’s refusal to knock on my door before entering.
    to cause anger, irritation, or bitterness (with the suggestion that the pain grows worse with time)
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  • A few scavengers such as catfish and other bottom feeders will help to keep a fish tank clean.
    a person who collects or removes usable items from waste materials; an animal that feeds on garbage or dead bodies.
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  • Good hosts never stint on food and drink for the guests who attend their parties.
    to use or give something in limited amounts
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  • A stint as the guest host of a popular show may be a big career break for a young comedian.
    a fixed share of work or duty; a period of activity
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  • Jennifer tried to make Fred laugh but he continued his stoical expression.
    self-controlled, not showing feeling in response to pleasure or pain.
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  • After the votes were counted, the politicians thanked their unflagging supporters for their votes.
    working very hard with a lot of energy for a long time; never seeming to get tired
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