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ten, tend, tenu
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13
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01/10/2005

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Term
voluntary avoidance of certain pleasures, especially foods or drinks
Definition
abstinence
Term
My ______ from dessert has helped me lose weight.
Definition
abstinence
Term
observant; considerate
Definition
attentive
Term
The nurse was very ______ to the elderly patient's needs
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attentive
Term
to reduce in strength or force
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attenuate
Term
quarrelsome
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contentious
Term
The ___ young man loves to debate any controversial issue.
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contentious
Term
The ratification of the contract is ___ on a salary increase.
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contngent
Term
to espand; to become bloated
Definition
distend
Term
Eating a seven-course meal may ___ distend your stomache
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distend
Term
The attorney tried to _____ his client's actions.
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Extenuate
Term
dependent on something else
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contingent
Term
to reduce the serousness or importance of, especially by providing excuses
Definition
extenuate
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