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02/08/2011

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Kidnap
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to steal, carry off, or abduct by force or fraud, especially for use as a hostage or to extract ransom.
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Hang
Definition
to fasten or attach (a thing) so that it is supported only from above or at a point near its own top; suspend.
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Surveillant
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Moraqb/ Exercising surveillance.
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Ironic
Definition
containing or exemplifying irony: an ironic novel; an ironic remark.
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Clear up
Definition
to make clear; explain; solve.
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Unconscientious
Definition
motanaqeat / not conscientious;
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Approaches
Definition
To come near or nearer, as in space or time: Spring approaches.
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Frostbite
Definition
extreme cold.
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Sheets
Definition
a large rectangular piece of cotton, linen, or other material used as an article of bedding, commonly spread in pairs so that one is immediately above and the other immediately below the sleeper.
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gloom
Definition
total or partial darkness; dimness.
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Jinx
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a person, thing, or influence supposed to bring bad luck.
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Mayors
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The head of government of a city, town, borough, or municipal corporation.
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Exploitation
Definition
use or utilization, especially for profit: the exploitation of newly discovered oil fields.
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Limber up
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-asta3ed -to make (something) limber (usually followed by up ): She tried to limber up her wits before the exam.
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Bootlicking
Definition
motamleq / to be a toady.
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wits
Definition
The natural ability to perceive and understand; intelligence.
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Chuckles
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to laugh softly or amusedly, usually with satisfaction: They chuckled at the child's efforts to walk.
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Parole
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the conditional release of a person from prison prior to the end of the maximum sentence imposed.< (modat el3qobah)
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Criminal
Definition
a person guilty or convicted of a crime.(modan)
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abruptly
Definition
sudden or unexpected: an abrupt departure. (ra7eel mofaje2)
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Pullout
Definition
An object designed to be pulled out.(ma5adah)
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cot
Definition
A narrow bed, especially one made of canvas on a collapsible frame.
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Cooped up
Definition
they live or are kept in a place which is too small, or which does not allow them much freedom (m7boos)
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plot
Definition
a. A small piece of ground, generally used for a specific purpose: a garden plot.
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Esoteric
Definition
batin . Inner
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ensure
Definition
to make sure or certain
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delicate
Definition
Easily broken or damaged.. soft
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sensibilities
Definition
1. The ability to feel or perceive.
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disturbed
Definition
tnz3ag , tt3b
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faint
Definition
5aft , feeling weak
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exhibit
Definition
to place on show: to exhibit paintings.
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take Pass on
Definition
afoot
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Frilly
Definition
mkshks
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Tutus
Definition
tanorah qaserah
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conscience
Definition
damer
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Occupation
Definition
any activity in which a person is engaged. ..activity , employment , job ..
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outfits
Definition
An outfit is a set of clothes.
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triumph
Definition
To be victorious or successful; win.
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Collaborative
Definition
To work together, especially in a joint intellectual effort.
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adorable
Definition
Delightful, lovable, and charming(sa7er)
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wardrobe
Definition
A wardrobe is a tall cupboard or cabinet in which you can hang your clothes.
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