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Language - English
8th Grade
10/01/2015

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Term
Agile
Definition
able to move quickly and easily
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desolate
Definition
(of a place) deserted of people and in a state of bleak and dismal emptiness.
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stance
Definition
the way in which someone stands, especially when deliberately adopted (as in baseball, golf, and other sports); a person's posture.
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blase
Definition
unimpressed or indifferent to something because one has experienced or seen it so often before.
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heritage
Definition
property that is or may be inherited; an inheritance.
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pivotal
Definition
of crucial importance in relation to the development or success of something else.
"the alliance that played a pivotal role in the revolution"
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mien
Definition
a person's look or manner, especially one of a particular kind indicating their character or mood.
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audacious
Definition
showing a willingness to take surprisingly bold risks.
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crusade
Definition
lead or take part in an energetic and organized campaign concerning a social, political, or religious issue.
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dub
Definition
ive an unofficial name or nickname to (someone or something).
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era
Definition
a long and distinct period of history with a particular feature or characteristic.
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grapple
Definition
engage in a close fight or struggle without weapons; wrestle.
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legendary
Definition
of, described in, or based on legends.
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muse
Definition
(in Greek and Roman mythology) each of nine goddesses, the daughters of Zeus and Mnemosyne, who preside over the arts and sciences.
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muster
Definition
assemble (troops), especially for inspection or in preparation for battle.
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