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The closing off of an area to prevent entrance or exit; an obstruction that prevents passage or progress
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To set up a blockade against.
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The blockade of the harbor kept all ships from entering or leaving the port. |
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adjective
Not capable of being ruined or eliminated.
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indestructibility noun
Example
The massive stone pillars used as supports for the front of the building seemed indestructible.
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adjective
a. Inclined or disposed toward war; warlike.
b. Military in style.
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The army band was well known for its performances of martial music.
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adjective
Having unlimited power; authority, or force.
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omnipotence noun
omnipotently adverb
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Ancient Romans considered their emperors omnipotent.
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adjective
Full of strength and health; sturdy; powerfully built.
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robustly adverb
robustness noun
Example
People who climb the mountains of Tibet must have bodies robust enough to tolerate great cold.
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noun
a. Firmness of character or purpose.
b. resistance to change; changelessness.
c. Reliability and dependability.
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stablilize verb
stable adjective
Example
After decreasing for many years, the African elephant population is achieving stability.
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adjective
a. characterized b firmness, steadfastness, or loyalty.
b. Strong and substantial.
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staunchly adverb
staunchness noun
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The judge was a staunch defender of equal rights.
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adjective
Displaying bravery, courage, and boldness.
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valiantly adverb
valor noun
Example
The soldier was rewarded for his valiant action in battle.
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adjective
Capable of being wounded or hurt; open to attack or difficult to defend.
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vulnerability noun
vulnerably adverb
Example
In football, running backs are particularly vulnerable to injury.
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verb
to resist something successfully by using force; endure.
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The sand caste could not withstand the force of the powerful waves.
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