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Reading Selection #14
Gulliver's Travels (Jan. 22nd-Jan. 25th)
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Literature
8th Grade
01/23/2012

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conjecture
Definition
arrive at a conclusion through guesswork; guess; suppose
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excessive
Definition
beyond what is usual, proper, or necessary; too great; extreme
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inclined
Definition
having an inclination (leaning) or tendency; disposed
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offend
Definition
cause pain to; hurt; displease
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shrill
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having a high-pitched sound; piercing
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uneasiness
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state of being uneasy (restless); feeling of worry; anxiety; disquiet
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utmost
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greatest possible; of the greatest or highest degree
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venture
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proceed despite danger; dare to go; dare
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violent
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acting or done with extreme force; fierce; furious
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wrench
Definition
pull with a sudden twisting motion; twist violently
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