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self satisfied (you don’t think you need to
change anything)
The complacent student refused to change one word in his essay. |
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living at the same time; modern
Mrs. Williams and Mrs. Kenney are contemporaries.
The contemporary furniture looks funny in my Victorian house. |
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wordy, lengthy talker
The verbose girl would not let anyone else have a turn speaking. |
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having a clear understanding
I was never a very perceptive math student. |
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to support, to speak in support of
In sixth grade it is time to begin advocating for you. |
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doubtful, questioning
It is difficult to have skeptical friends who question everything. |
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necessary
It is vital to learn these words in order to do well on the test. |
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leaning toward (in action or thought)
I am inclined to believe that we all need more writing practice. |
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well written or said, expressive
The eloquent speech gave me chills because it was beautiful. |
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to discourage from happening
We now have legislation to deter people from bullying. |
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