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Vocab 4 Green
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English
10th Grade
02/02/2010

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Term
cessation (n)`
Definition
a bringing or coming to an end; a halt
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commence (v)
Definition
To begin
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deter (v)
Definition
to prevent to discourage from acting, by means of fear or doubt
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hamper (v)
Definition
to prevent from moving freely or making progress; to limit
Term
hamper (n)
Definition
a large basket, usually with a cover
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obstruction (n)
Definition
something that blocks or gets in the way; an obstacle
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preclude (v)
Definition
to make impossible or unlikely; to prevent
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procrastinate (v)
Definition
to delay; to put off doing something
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scuttle (v)
Definition
to run or move with short, hurried movements; to scurry
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subside (v)
Definition
to sink to a lower or more normal level; to become less active or intense
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thwart (v)
Definition
to prevent from taking place; frustrate; block
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