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words 8th graders should know
september 12,2008 rbb
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8th Grade
09/12/2008

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trivial
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of very little importance or value; insignificant
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clearance
Definition
the act of clearing.
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diversion
Definition
the act of diverting or turning aside, as from a course or purpose
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compassionate
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having or showing compassion
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buoyancy
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the power to float or rise in a fluid; relative lightness
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assumption
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something taken for granted; a supposition
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assumption
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something taken for granted; a supposition
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optimism
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a disposition or tendency to look on the more favorable side of events or conditions and to expect the most favorable outcome
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clarification
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to make (an idea, statement, etc.) clear or intelligible; to free from ambiguity.
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acrobatic
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of, pertaining to, or like an acrobat or acrobatics.
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anatomy
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the science dealing with the structure of animals and plants.
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beverage
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any potable liquid, esp. one other than water, as tea, coffee, beer, or milk
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persistence
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the act or fact of persisting.
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petition
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a formally drawn request, often bearing the names of a number of those making the request, that is addressed to a person or group of persons in authority or power, soliciting some favor, right, mercy, or other benefit
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irresponsible
Definition
said, done, or characterized by a lack of a sense of responsibility
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vegetarian
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a person who does not eat or does not believe in eating meat, fish, fowl, or, in some cases, any food derived from animals, as eggs or cheese, but subsists on vegetables, fruits, nuts, grain, etc.
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shipment
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an act or instance of shipping freight or cargo.
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disdainful
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full of or showing disdain; scornful.
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panoramic
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an unobstructed and wide view of an extensive area in all directions.
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memorandum
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a short note designating something to be remembered, esp. something to be done or acted upon in the future; reminder
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dominant
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ruling, governing, or controlling; having or exerting authority or influence
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productively
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having the power of producing; generative; creative
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miscellaneous
Definition
consisting of members or elements of different kinds; of mixed character
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enamel
Definition
a glassy substance, usually opaque, applied by fusion to the surface of metal, pottery, etc., as an ornament or for protection.
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conscientious
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controlled by or done according to conscience; scrupulous
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