I am a "scrupulous" proofreader and never miss an error. What do we think "scrupulous" could mean?
adj. paying great attention to detail
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The critical teacher was quick to "censure" her students for even small mistakes. What do we think "censure" could mean?
v. to find fault with
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The civilians accused their leader of "fomenting" political unrest. What do we think "foment" could mean?
v. to stir up
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banana
Go to last place!
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seesaw
Swap points!
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Other team loses 10 points!
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Give points!
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In scientific research, "objectivity" is of utmost importance. What do you think "objectivity" could mean?
n. judgment based on observations instead of emotions or opinions
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As I began my speech, my feelings of nervousness quickly "abated." What do we think "abated" could mean?
v. to become less active, less intense, or less in amount
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Though he had never won any awards or even been published, he was "complacent" with his life as a poet. What do we think "complacent" could mean?
adj. satisfied, with no desire to change or improve
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Our "paramount" concern is the safety of our employees. What do we think "paramount" could mean?
adj. predominant, superior, most important
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boom
Lose 50 points!
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Double points!
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fairy
Take points!
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lifesaver
Give 20 points!
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Other team wins 10 points!
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Win 10 points!
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banana
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The "brevity" of their time together made it all the more romantic. What do we think "brevity" could mean?
n. the quality of being brief or terse
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The "feasibility" of her project was doubtful; sheâd have to go all the way to Antarctica and back before the school year ended. What do we think "feasibility" could mean?
n. the practicality or possibility of something
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Language "acquisition" is easier for kids than it is for adults. What do we think "acquisition" could mean?
n. the act of gaining a skill or possession of something
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The "culmination" of the performance was unforgettable. What do we think "culmination" could mean?
n. the final act or climax
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The politician's expensive campaign ultimately ended in "ignominious" defeat. What do we think "ignominious" could mean?
